Of course, the type of event that you are hosting will heavily influence what kind of entertainment you should opt for, though one thing is for certain; entertainment in one form or another is essential for pulling off a truly successful event. In this post we are going to explore a few different ideas to give you some inspiration on what to choose for yours. 

1 – Master of Ceremony

Nothing quite completes an event than a charismatic master of ceremony who can adapt to any type of situation, ie, whether to crack a few witty jokes or keep the tone corporate and professional. An experienced master of ceremony can really make the difference between a boring event and one that keeps your guests on the edge of their seats!

2 – Singer / Band

If there’s one thing that can successfully bring people together its our love of music! Just be mindful of the genre that you choose depending on who will be attending your event – simply put, know your audience. The safest bet if you really want to engage with everyone is by opting for an experienced cover band who can play all of the ‘classic crowd pleasers’!

3 – Magician / Illusionist / Hypnotist

If you do opt for this, perhaps try someone with more up their sleeve than the ol’ white rabbit and top hat trick! Derren Brown might be a little out of your price range, though if you want to impress a corporate crowd you’ll need someone of a high calibre who can incorporate many of these arts into one act.

4 – Comedian

They say that laughter is the best medicine. It’s also a great way to keep an audience engaged in what could otherwise be quite a boring event. If you want your event to be memorable, then hire a quality comedian who can engage with your crowd and get everybody laughing together!

5 – Shadow Performers

If you’re unfamiliar, Shadow performing is a fresh and exciting form of entertainment which fuses quality dancing, gymnastics and lighting in what is a visually stunning experience. This is a tasteful choice which can include some great music – a great way to pull off a truly memorable event.

6 – VJ

Rather than just opt for your typical ‘DJ DAZ’, why not hire someone who incorporates stunning visual effects into their set? Anyone who can find the perfect blend of modern electronic music and visual art will be able to transform your event into something truly spectacular.

7 – Clown

Just kidding!

7 – Dancers / Break Dancers

There’s nothing quite as impressive as a host of professional dancers, whether contemporary, break dancing or ballet! Again, know your audience and find the appropriate fit for your event. Either way, you can’t really go wrong with a quality dance performance.

Summary

Spoiled for choice? Or perhaps you haven’t found anything that you like in this list? Whatever the case, a reputable events management company will be able to assist you. They’ll have significant experience with hosting all manner of events and may be able to come up with some suggestions for what type of entertainment will work best for your event based on past experience.

It might not be what you’d have first rolled with, however if you choose a truly brilliant events management company with a proven track record, it might be worth taking a chance and trying something a little different!