Now that lockdown has ended and all coronavirus restrictions have been lifted, we can finally think about parties, events and live entertainment. So, as it’s been a while since anybody has been able to do it, here is our guide to booking live entertainment post-Covid.
Live Entertainment Post-Covid
The first thing that needs to be said is an important point. Acts up and down the country are likely to be very busy over the coming months. So, if you want to secure your first-choice act for your booking, you will need to book early. That said, before you can decide who your first-choice act might be, you need to think carefully about what type of act would best suit your event.
Match the Act to the Event
The purpose of the event you are organising should influence your choice of live entertainment post-Covid booking. A themed-party, product launch, corporate event, or Christmas Party to thank staff for their hard work during the year, could all have quite different looks as events. This means the live entertainment you choose might be quite different too.
If you’re planning a 1920s period party, a disco/pop act isn’t really going to fit the bill. Only an authentic jazz band will really do. Similarly, if you want to wow and impress guests, a daredevil circus act would be just the ticket. A caricaturist could be a lot of fun, mingling with guests at a wedding – less so for journalists at a product launch.
The bottom line is this – you need to match the act to the event.
Of course, if the main aim of the live act is simply to entertain, a live band or singer could be the sensible choice.
The devil is in the detail… and the planning
If you are thinking of booking live entertainment post-Covid, you need to get the logistics right. Putting on live entertainment takes a bit of organisation. Chances are, if you are hiring a venue, there will be an events team at the venue. They will be able to take care of most things for you. Remember to consider the needs of the live act too. They don’t just magic themselves out of the air and appear on stage for you. They will need some space to set up and soundcheck. They will also need to have an idea of the itinerary and running order. They need to know when they are needed.
Let the entertainment agency take the strain
There is a lot to consider when booking live entertainment for an event. But don’t let that put you off! Just let the entertainment agency take the strain for you. It’s what they are there for. They can cover all the essentials and the logistics.
Silk Street is the home of outstanding events entertainment in the UK. Not only do we have a portfolio bursting with great acts, we also have the pedigree and track record of excellent feedback from clients that speaks for itself.
To browse our acts, or to make an enquiry about a booking, contact us about live entertainment.
