Entertainment Blog
Musician Hire: How to Choose the Right Live Ensemble
Musician hire can mean anything from a solo guitarist welcoming guests to a jazz trio playing through dinner or a full band getting everyone dancing. The trick is finding musicians who suit the atmosphere you’re after. Will your guests be chatting over drinks,...
How to Plan a Live Entertainment Calendar for Your Pub, Club or Hotel
Want to attract more people to your pub, club or hotel and give regulars a reason to keep coming back? A well-planned live entertainment calendar can help you choose the right performers for the right nights, from relaxed Sunday sessions to lively Friday evenings. But...
Tribute Band vs Cover Band: Which Is Right for Your Event?
A tribute band usually focuses on one artist or group, while a cover band typically performs songs by several artists. The tribute band vs cover band decision comes down to repertoire, presentation and what your guests will enjoy. Both perform other artists’ music, so...
Retirement Party Ideas for a Send-Off Worth Celebrating
A retirement party celebrates someone’s working life with the people who matter to them. The best retirement party ideas might start with their favourite Friday lunch, a hobby they love or a one-night-only gig in their honour. Before making plans, we’d agree on three...
What Is a Floor Show? Choosing a Feature Performance for Your Event
A floor show is a scheduled feature performance that guests pause to watch together, such as a dance production, musical showcase or circus act. It has a clear beginning and finish and may use a stage or another suitable performance area, depending on the act and...
Grand Opening Entertainment Ideas for Shops, Showrooms and Venues
Grand opening entertainment is the live music, hosting and performances arranged to celebrate the opening or reopening of business premises. The right grand opening entertainment ideas depend on whether visitors are dropping in, attending a scheduled ceremony or...
Trade Show Entertainment Ideas That Attract Visitors to Your Stand
Exhibiting at a trade show is a chance to meet potential clients, demonstrate your products and build relationships face to face. With visitors moving between stands, the challenge is giving them a reason to stop and discover what your business offers. The right trade...
How to Plan a Sales Kick-Off Event: Agenda, Speakers and Entertainment
A sales kick-off event brings a company’s sales team together to prepare for a new sales period, communicate priorities and recognise achievements. Often shortened to SKO, it combines business updates, learning and team discussion. To plan a sales kick-off: Define the...
10 Conference Entertainment Ideas for Australian Corporate Events
Conference entertainment is live music, performance or hosted interaction chosen for specific parts of a corporate conference. These 10 conference entertainment ideas cover arrivals, openings, networking, dinners and closing functions. Unlike a standalone party, the...
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