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Bring some culture to your event…

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We appreciate that although many people want their wedding to be a loud, all singing and all dancing affair that gets people off their seats and having a great time, the simple truth is that some venues have a sound limiter, so that amplifier will have to be turned right down. But rather turning it down, why not get rid of it completely? Grandma won’t complain about the noise and in some cases, the musicians can mingle with your guests creating a more immersive and enjoyable atmosphere (not that it’s not enjoyable already – it is your wedding after all).

How about you hire entertainment like an experience pop quartet who can deliver the pop classics exactly how you need them? They will work well as both background music and providing a party atmosphere and will have your Auntie screaming ‘Come on Eileen’ at the top of her lungs. Within the sound limits of the venue, obviously

A pop group are exactly the kind of band that makes venues smile. No amplifier needed, a bit more quirky than what they see normally and some brilliant tunes to get everybody dancing at your wedding! From Britney Spears to Muse via Beethoven and Frank Sinatra, they really have it all. If you can find a better band comprising a violin, a guitar and an accordion then we’ll eat our wedding hat.

You could find that an A Capella group would be an idea choice for your entertainment, with their soulful voices in perfect harmony at your very special event.

Make it classy; make it memorable and get bring some ‘culture’ to your event.

Engage in the idea…

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Your engagement is a promise to marriage as well as the period of time between the proposal and your marriage. During your engagement you are said to be affianced, betrothed, engaged to be married, or simply engaged. Future brides and bridegrooms are often referred to as fiancées or fiancés respectively (from the French word fiancé).

Long engagements were once common in formal arranged marriages and it was not uncommon for parents betrothing children to arrange such many years before the engaged couple were old enough to marry. .

Engagement parties.

Some engagements are announced at an engagement party, traditionally hosted by the bride’s parents. These parties are given in the family’s usual style of entertainment. Traditionally, engagement parties were normal parties at which a surprise announcement of the engagement was made by the father of the bride to his guests. Therefore, it is not a traditional gift-giving occasion, as none of the guests were supposed to be aware of the engagement until after their arrival.

In modern times, engagement parties often celebrate a previously publicized engagement.

Because it’s often the case that many guests don’t know each other very well, it’s important to ensure you have plenty of ‘ice breakers’. When two families are coming together for the first time it can be a nerve racking experience and so the more you can put guests at ease the better.

Think about a magician or a caricaturist or maybe even a pianist to play light background music whilst guests arrive & chat.

If you have space then try a jazz band who could play up tempo lively music to keep spirits high and feet tapping whilst you great guests and show off your engagement ring!

Ensure the drinks are flowing throughout the party and in no time the two families will be getting to know each other and soaking up the party atmosphere.

Party themes…

If you got engaged in an interesting location, you might like to theme your engagement party to suit. Hawaiian or beach themes are relatively easy to put together, as are New York, Las Vegas, Mexican, Australian themes etc.

No party is complete without live music so if your budget can stretch to a party function band it will be a sound investment towards ensuring the success of your big night.

It’s important to consider the age range of the guests who will be attending your party as grandparents, although actually some of the ‘most-likely-to-dance’ members of the party might not be quite so keen on hard rock or gangsta rap.

Hire your very own ‘sell out performance’

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You know that sinking feeling when you just miss out on tickets to see your favourite musicians? It is a sad and sometimes frustrating moment – However Red Masque directory have a solution that could work out cheaper than using those extortionate touting websites.

How often have you eagerly anticipated seeing your favourite band or artist live onstage, only to discover that tour tickets sold out in nanoseconds on the one morning you had a meeting at the Slough office?

Or have you calculated that with the combined cost of decent tickets which don’t have a restricted view or are so far back you need binoculars, travel costs, parking, over-priced drinks, programmes and inevitable late night burger at 1am, you’ll be pushing £200 each?

Luckily, there is an answer – book a Tribute band instead. For the cost of you and five mates attending a major gig), you can hire a superb tribute band or act that play all your favourite tracks, not just the ones nobody wants to hear from their new album. And there are lots of tribute acts for hire to choose from too!

Robbie finished the UK leg of his tour in early July at the O2, so unless you can afford the cost of tickets PLUS air travel to Australia, you won’t be able to see him live this year! Instead, book a Robbie Williams tribute act for all those hits like ‘Angels” and “Rock DJ”. If you prefer his swing albums, why not book a Rat Pack tribute act, who perform all the great hits Robbie covers in his swing shows, such as “Ain’t That a Kick in the Head”, “Mr Bojangles” and “My Way

Want tickets? You Should Be So Lucky! Kicking off with shows in Liverpool, Kylie embarks on an arena tour of the UK in September, and already its standing room only or those pricey “packages” for almost every night. So, why not book a Kylie tribute instead and have a superb night with 100% pop diva fun for friends and family, without the travel and hassle

Recreate the magic that’ll never happen again with tribute bands for some of the world’s most famous artists and bands. Tribute bands play all the hits you love, have all the moves, the costumes, the style.  It’s a great way to enjoy the bands you loved as they were in the hey-day, and without the senior citizen bus passes. Tribute bands for hire are terrific as fundraising concerts and events, as well as party entertainment. See our Tribute Bands on the Red Masque directory and you won’t look back…

A few ideas for your wedding

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Make the most of the sunshine and delight your guests with the best in British summertime entertainment for your wedding day and evening party. Let the fun begin!

Turn your wedding into a traditional fete on the lawn, with lots of activities for all ages, and a slap-up tea on vintage china in the marquee instead of a formal sit-down meal. Everyone loves those retro fete games and side stalls, such as a coconut shy, tin can bash, skittles, hoopla, giant table football and two childhood favourites made large, a games and a giant scalectrix. Give your fete a contemporary twist with a roving street magician ready to thrill anyone with card tricks and logic-defying illusions anytime, any-place, no table required.


Fantastic feats of dexterity that seem to defy gravity, from traditional club jugglers to comedy jugglers who’ll play around with everything from eggs to bowling balls! Skilled caricaturists can create hand-drawn, unique portraits of you or your guest in under five minutes, one-of-a-kind souvenirs of a very special day. Expand your guest lists with everyone you’ve ever wanted at your party with our lookalikes, from David Beckham to Marylyn Munroe to Brad Pitt.

Keep the little ones amused for hours with the help of professional children’s entertainers. Kids can twist and turn with balloon modellers, fall about laughing with a clown, get artistic with face painters. Warning; adults always want to join in too!

Forget high priced tickets for muddy fields and distant views of so-so bands bring the festival to your wedding instead. Set up a stage or two, pop up a beer tent and start booking your acts. The famous festival mixes its music, so you can hear an up and coming bad one set, then opera the next! Do the same; mix rock and jazz, acoustic and electro, DJs, opera singers and solo sax. Remember, that gospel choir who performed at the ceremony and the function band you’ve booked for the evening would probably love to be part of your festival too!

Bring a sense of theatre to your festival with unusual acts, such as stilt walkers, living statues, mime artists, themed walkabout and more. OK, we know the weather is even more unpredictable than the best man’s speech, so choose wedding entertainment that works just as well in your venue as outside on the lawns, such as micro-illusion magicians, caricaturists or a small jazz band.


Create a lovely atmosphere during your meal with gentle background music from an expert and experienced pianist, guitarist, harpist, or even a Capella group depending on the size of your room. There are plenty of moments in a wedding meal where you can surprise your guests with unexpected entertainment. Roving magicians can work the tables to bridge the gap between taking your seats and the starter being served, for example. Singing waiters have been around for years but they never fail to amuse, delight and entertain, as your waiters suddenly develop a passion for performance along with magnificent voices!

Your guests are arriving for the evening, ready to celebrate your special day and have a really great time. So, give them an evening they’ll be talking about for years! Wow them from the first moment they arrive with living statue, as costumed artists meet and greet your guests from the centre of a table and hand them the first drink of the evening! Surprising and practical too!

Will Lady Luck smile on your guests when they play in your very own casino complete with slots and showgirls? The money may be fake, but the enjoyment is 100% pure gold.

Cocktail bartenders will conjure up incredible cocktails for your guests. Expect flying bottles, swirling shakers, exotic ingredients and a taste sensation in every glass. Photo booths bring out the teenager in everyone, so get in there and banish those passport photo horrors to history! Hire some paparazzi desperate to take your guests’ photos, and get the latest scoop. Give your guests a taste of celebrity fame when the pics get posted online to a private micro-site, to view and buy if they wish. Turn your venue into a comedy club with classic stand-up by tomorrow’s stars, or today’s big names. If you’ve got the budget, we’ve got the best comedians to hire.

It’s been an amazing day, so why not finish it with a stunning fireworks display, custom-made to your venue and requirements, and with your choice of sound track or even live music. We hope we’ve given you food for thought, so when you book your wedding think of Red Masque entertainment – it really couldn’t be simpler.

At your service

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An entertainment directory is known for offering unique services at wedding receptions, meetings, corporate events and other special gatherings. We at Red Masque usually have well groomed artists who may be musicians, comedians, and singers and so on. They can thrill your guests at any event. There’s a lot to gain from us. Here are some of the benefits:

Red Masque will help you filter available options. You can get several options when thinking of hiring bands, singers, musicians, comedians and other artists. You may be confused especially when you don’t know any of the artists in person. You can save yourself the trouble by ensuring that Red Masque only advertises the very best party and event entertainment for hire and whatever choice you make will always be the right one.

We understand exactly what you want. You are able to contact various artists of your choosing and meet if you so wish to choose suitable music or songs for your event.

You can save enough time and energy when you engage a good entertainment directory In most cases, we have taken care of the brain work you would have carried out, and have the best unique and highly acclaimed artists in the business.

With a reliable entertainment directory you can get suitable price for hiring a band. You can also get the right price for other artists you may want to hire.

To locate us, you have to come online; which is the first step. There are several agencies offering unique services on the internet, but you need to consider some factors when looking for the right agency. You have to compare several agencies before making your choice. You can ask the manager some questions. Or you can also arrange a private interview with each artist. This will help you make the right choice.

Party preparation

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Fireworks aren’t exclusive to bonfire night anymore; they are used to celebrate all sorts of celebrations or functions. Many weddings now organise a display of fireworks congratulating the new bride and groom and for a special event like this it can be the icing on the cake at the end of the evening. 

Young and old alike love fireworks, you can choose for the noisy option or keep it beautifully quiet and graceful the choice is yours. Find the best firework specialists available for hire in the UK today. From traditional firework displays designed to your requirements to firewriting and driveway spark showers. Add some sparkle to a wedding day or corporate event with brethtaking shows tailor made for you.

Ice sculptures can be another unique feature at your special event. If you were having a grand affair, ice sculptures ooze opulence and are very different. From ice sculptures to table pieces and vodka luges to objects frozen in ice, there’s a whole lot of things you can do with some frozen h2o. Creative, innovative and dynamic works of art that can be designed specifically with your event in mind. Whether it be your company logo or something intricate and beautiful, they guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. 

If you need a great Marquee for your event then you have come to the right place. Red Masque has the most elegant Marquees for hire and the best promotional staff that can entertain your guests or wait on them. Let the party come to you with marquees to hire for your weddings, parties and corporate events. A great range of top quality marquees and themed tents with all the necessary equipment including a selection of furniture and decorations. 

Here at Red Masque we also have the best fantasy photo and booths advertised, you had better be quick though as they are hot property at the moment. With different props and costumes for your guests to put on and just generally making a fool of themselves.  It’s a brilliant icebreaker at an office party or at a birthday party or wedding, a great souvenir of your special day. What could be more special than Uncle Ernie being captured wearing a ladies wig and huge glasses.

If you only wanted the most professional then rest assured that your event will run smoother by booking from a reputable entertainment directory which only advertises the very best.

Outdoor Entertainment

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The smell of candyfloss and the sound of people having fun on fairground rides and taking their chances on the fun and game stalls. Does this sound familiar? Does it take you back to the summer? Why not plan the perfect summer party for your friend this year and recreate your own Fairground by hiring some rides? Why are we saying this in the middle of winter? Because planning the ultimate fairground experience takes time. Yes you could hire a ghost train, dodgems or even the waltzer. If you have the time and the venue then you can hire all of these great rides for friends, family or colleagues and have the best summer party imaginable.

It will be a wonderful experience for all of your guests and you would have exclusivity to all the rides, now that’s got to be worth considering? Stalls and games can also be hired, your own ‘hook the duck’ game or stalls filled with the smell of candy floss or toffee apples. To book if very easy simply find the rides, stalls or game hirers you would like at your event and fill out an online form.  

It may be only the start of the year but summer is fast approaching and we all love a garden party where we can get outside in the fresh air ‘weather permiting of course’ – but when the suns out we can get some outdoor ‘toys’ to play with. We are talking here about Giant games, bouncy castles or even bucking broncos.

These games are fun for all the family to enjoy, corporate guests or for charity to raise awareness and make some money towards your cause. A giant noughts and crosses may take more than a few adults to participate and is always a great hit. When it comes to our selection of bouncy castles there are so many shapes and sizes to choose from, all types can be hired, from children’s to adults, all catered for the specific weight required when ‘bouncing’.

Find the best bucking broncos available for hire in the UK today. A great variety of rodeo rides including rodeo bulls, flying carpets, surf boards and many more. The bucking bronco or rodeo bull has always been a firm favourite when it comes to hired fun for parties but now with so many options available you can surprise your guests with something a different.

Our directory provides a full profile for each listing with descriptions, photo galleries, price guides, reviews, videos, audio and more…

 

Party Machines

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Themed walkabouts have never been so popular. If you want to attract some attention at your launch party or corporate event then why not hire some great Themed walkabout artists to engage with your crowd and be a talking point for guests whilst redirecting them to the events theme.

You could hire a Robot to be fully interactive with your crowd. Bring the party to life with amazing robot acts that will delight your guests. From giant LED-clad robots putting on a show stopping performance to robot waiters serving your guest, having one of these robot acts as a walkabout or meet and greet accessory to your party is a guaranteed crowd pleaser every time. Walkabout robots today are extremely intelligent and will be very entertaining and engaging to young and old alike.

Arcade games are fantastically good fun and with anything from a single pinball machine up to a full seaside style arcade of games and simulators. They are guaranteed to make any event or party truly memorable. Arcade games are a great way to keep young and old amused for many hours.  If you need to hire arcade games for your event then look no further. Think of Pac-man, donkey Kong, space invaders or even outrun. Amaze your friends and guest with these timeless arcade games at your party or event.

Bubble, smoke and snow machines not only add ambience to any event but can be hired for smaller parties. You would imagine smoke machines in nightclubs or snow machines for a movie set but they can be hired for your own personal event large or small – they are all great effects, just let your imagination run wild. 

Bring the special effects to your event with some added wow factor. Whether it’s a corporate even, private party or wedding of the year, it’s the little things that make all the difference. These simple and effective additions are a perfect choice for any occasion. We all know that children love bubbles above anything else, what better way to attract children then to hire a bubble machine. Maybe you are opening a new toy shop or just want them for a birthday surprise.

Added entertainment

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Are you in need of a bit of added entertainment and excitement for your upcoming event? Do you love to see acts that keep you at the edge of your seat and want to keep your guests entertained? Why not hire a few acts that will do just that from the fantastic selection available here at Red Masque…

Dare to be different, make it a night to remember and one that your guests will be talking about for months to come. Why not provide your guests with the ultimate party entertainment and hire a Fire act or Knife thrower to keep the guests on the edge of their seats. These performers are nail biting and the ultimate in entertainment if you’re after something to get the party off to a memorable start. 

Maybe you want to be ahead of the rest and want to hire some high wire fun with top tightrope walkers or stilt walkers to draw in the crowds. You could be launching a new product and need some jaw dropping entertainment to get the attention of your clients. These awesome performers could be just the key. A stilt walker promoting at your event is far more unusual than your average Joe Blogs handing out leaflets.

Be more creative and hire some entertainment that’s guaranteed to be an extraordinary and a crowd drawing experience. All of the entertainers featured on Red Masque are professional and expert in their field and can discuss all your needs and requirements with you directly once you contact them. Just fill out an online form or give them a call and your act will be in contact it couldn’t be simpler!!

 

Human canvas

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A great body paint artist works wonders, they are able to create some dramatic features on the face or on the body. Body art can cover anything from full body painting to transformations including tailor-made outfits for the ultimate wow factor. These unique artists are fantastic accessories for any event are make guaranteed head turners no matter what the occasion.

It could be a simple Children’s party where face painting is a must for all 5 or 6 year olds (or older) to look like characters out of Frozen. Face painting is fantastic entertainment not just for children but adults too, offering nothing less than the highest level of professionalism with designs that are striking, imaginative, and well executed. Choose from a vast range of designs, reproduce company logos, design your own or work to a theme. Face painting is guaranteed creative fun for all ages.

Henna is another art but more traditional in the Asian society mostly used in Wedding ceremonies, but Henna can be used on the whole body to create a more dramatic look. Art with the ‘wow factor’ from the traditional to the contemporary. Henna artistry and designs will take your breath away. The tattoos are temporary, fun and painless and are the ideal party reminder as they last for a few days after the event.