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IT’S SHOWTIME
WOW THE CROWDS
We round up some of the county’s favourite wedding entertainment options
Planning your wedding entertainment can be one of the most tricky elements to organise. How to keep guests of all ages happy all day long is something that keeps many a bride- and groom-to-be awake at night. But don’t worry just read on, as here we’ve gathered together our top crowd-pleasing ideas with help from some of Sussex’s finest entertainers.
DECO DECADENCE
Specialists in vintage entertainment, The Gatsby Girls offer fabulous flapper dancers, a swingin’ jazz band and a dazzling vocal trio. While staying true to the style, magnificence, glitz and glamour of the 1920s their entertainment packages and performances can be completely tailored to suit your special day operating in sync with every element you’ve planned. Having worked together for many a moon, these performers produce flawless shows with seamless scheduling, so all you need to do is sit back and enjoy.
The Gatsby Girls can also help to create your first dance. Working with you every step of the way, they’ll put together a simple 1920s Charleston routine for you to perform, leaving your guests in awe of your talents and with memories they’ll never forget. Want to take it one step further with a flash mob? No problem! Have your bridal party surprise everyone with their moves, the troupe can help with that too.
You won’t want to miss www.thegatsbygirls.com
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THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT
Entertainment provider Toast, based in Chichester, West Sussex, takes a quality over quantity approach with its hand-picked roster of acts. The team can help to build your big-day entertainment package for your ceremony, afternoon drinks reception and wedding breakfast, and have helped thousands of couples celebrate since 2007.
You can rest assured in the knowledge that the Toast team’s many years of work in the music, wedding and events industries mean they’ve probably been there and done it. “Providing amazing experiences through live performance is our forté,” says director Nathan Evans. These folks will go out of their way to offer you a superhero level of service via a blend of present-day efficiency and old-fashioned conversation. Crucially, they provide transparent information throughout when it comes to pricing, so there’ll be no confusion or budget stress. “Tell us when and where and we’ll make it happen,” Nathan explains.
To find out how Toast can help you head over to www.toastlive.co.uk
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SET THE TONE
All Things Strings offers a musical backdrop for your big day using a variety of instruments. The team can supply solo violinists, violin duos and string quartets all adept at performing a wide range of melodic styles perfect for any part of your wedding.
There’s a ceremony package available, which includes music for your guests’ arrival, a song to walk down the aisle to, music while you’re signing the register and an exit tune. Plus, there are plenty of wonderful options to create the ideal ambience for your drinks reception and wedding breakfast. All Things Strings can even offer an electric violinist with PA and light show who can play in the evening before everyone hits the dancefloor. The possibilities are practically endless!
For further information see www.allthingsstrings.co.uk
FLOOR-FILLING FUN
An award-winning DJ, Brian Mole will help you celebrate with a dancefloor full of friends and family who can’t wait to tell others how much fun they had at your wedding! He tells us, “Great music and weddings are more than a job for me, they’re my passion.”
Brian provides sound, lighting and a choice of DJ booths to suit your theme, including a super-cool VW split-screen Campervan option that’s proven oh-so popular with previous clients. Some of his couples even book him to provide ceremony music too – a man of many talents he also offers a master of ceremonies service.
“My top tip is to make sure you meet the DJ for your big day face-toface, not just the business owner. For something as important as a wedding, it’s essential to feel confident in the person who’ll actually be playing your music choices,” Brian explains.
For more, check out https://dancemix.co.uk
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IT TAKES TWO
Brighton-based guitarist Duncan and vocalist Lizzy are collectively known as D&L Acoustic. Both polished, professional, self-contained acts, they can create the perfect ambience for your big day and offer packages to suit all stages of proceedings, from ceremony to early-evening.
Lizzy and Duncan have vast experience in the music industry as performers, teachers, composers and session musicians so you can feel confident that you’re in safe hands. They’ve performed at some of the best-loved wedding venues the length and breadth of the country, as well as at some of the UK’s most iconic buildings such as London’s Gherkin and O2 arena.
Duncan is also available to book as a solo finger-style guitarist playing a wide variety of instrumental arrangements of well-known songs, ranging from 1950s classics to modern-day chart hits. So, whether you’re interested in solo guitar, acoustic duo or a combination to suit your celebrations, Duncan and Lizzy have top-quality equipment to provide the best sound whatever the setup or audience size, while their impressive repertoire means there’s something for everyone. Have a chat with them, they’re always willing to personalise their sets around your requirements and will love to learn your special requests.
Discover more at www.duncanhowlettguitarist.co.uk and www.dlacousticduo.co.uk
GET THE PARTY STARTED
If you’re looking for the ultimate covers band check out The Deloreans. They’ll rock your wedding, taking you on an epic, electric, musical journey through the decades from 1950s to the present day. Never failing to get toes tapping and tail-feathers shaking, they bring their own blend inimitable energy, personality and professionalism. With powerful vocals, a tight band and their own mash-ups and medleys, The Deloreans have filled dancefloors since 2007, performing in a wide range of venues including Shepherd’s Bush Empire and Wiston House in Sussex supporting Bjorn Again.
The band can provide anything from a four- to ninepiece ensemble to suit and offer a range of daytime music options too, ideal for your ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast.
Check out www.thedeloreansband.com
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JUMP AROUND
Ace Inflatables is a bouncy castle hire company based in Newick, East Sussex. From 100ft assault courses for adults all the way down to soft play and little tots’ bouncy castles for the youngest guests, there’s something super-fun for everyone.
Let’s face it, who doesn’t love a good party? The team have supplied many of their inflatables for wedding receptions, among the most popular are the aforementioned assault course (we wouldn’t mind a go on that ourselves), gladiator duel, white bouncy castle, and princess bounce and slide. Not forgetting the nine-hole mini golf – the perfect way to entertain guests during the drinks reception.
Bookings can be made directly via the website and are secured with a 10 per cent booking fee. Check out www.aceinflatables.com
THE LITTLE’UNS
If there’s one section of your guest list you’ll want to keep suitably entertained throughout it’ll be the mini ones. That’s where a wedding crèche service becomes your new BFF. Providing oodles of games and a safe space to play, they’ll ensure the children are happy as Larry, leaving their parents worry-free and able to live their best lives on the dancefloor.
