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Debonair Entertainment is a boutique aerial production house. Under the direction of Steven Watson, one of Australia’s most established performers and visionaries, Debonair provides innovative aerial design and creative solutions with unique shows for corporate and special events. By uniting specialty acts and aerial artists, Debonair nurtures and sculpts each show to compliment the event. Combining a network of elite aerialists with quality production, results in stand out performances, which leave a lasting impression. We work to customise an event through concept development, theming, costume design and styling as well as custom designed music. All these production elements come together resulting in a never seen before performance.
STEVEN WATSON Steven brings more than 15 years performance experience and has worked in almost all facets of production from the early stages of show creation through to opening night. With an international career spanning across dance, choreography, fashion and circus he has worked with some of the most influential stage choreographers of the time including Eartha Robinson, Karen Bruce and Meryl Tankard. He has also worked on all three seasons of Australia’s ‘So You Think You Can Dance’, where he was also invited to guest on the UK show, assisting on three routines with the top 20 dancers. In more recent years Steven’s focus has been on aerial performance from his Sydney base. In 2009, he won the Australian Pole Dance Championships (men’s division) and in 2011 was a semi-finalist in Australia’s Got Talent as part of aerial duo Belle Air. As both performer and creative director of Belle Air Steven cemented his position as an aerial choreographer focusing heavily on uniting high level skill with narrative story telling. Steven believes that many people underestimate the importance of connecting with an audience - whether it’s abstract or narrative - so for him the communication of that journey is of paramount importance. Years of dance, adagio, choreography and production experience fuse with his need for artistry and athleticism to deliver thrilling, never-seen-before aerial sequences.
Technical Requirements for Debonair Ri gging Point: Secure point for aerialists to work from, rated to hold 1.5 tonne & must be installed by a qualified and registered rigger. A single rigging point minimum with a height of 6 meters for Aerial Hoop or 8 Meters for Trapeze is needed, however, a double hoop act can be performed with five (5) metres of height. The rigging point does not need to be above the stage however it will need to be close by, with a direct path without obstacles for the performers to travel to it. Usually a rigger is required to be present during the performance however this can depend on the format of the show. (This can be discussed further at time of booking). Note: The equipment carried by Debonair is: the aerial apparatus, swivel, and carabineers to connect to the point. Space: A clear performance space of at least three (3) metres wide and three (3) metres deep is required. This must be clear of band equipment, lecterns, leads etc. Safety: All shows require an acro safety mat to be supplied. Sound: A PA system to suit the size of the venue with Sound Operator is required. Music will be supplied on CD or Ipod. Lightin g: Programmable lights with effects are best, however, the minimum requirements are: • Colour changeable lights able to hit the height of the aerial apparatus • Colour changeable lights for stage (best colours are purple, pink, aqua, blue, amber, green) • Follow spot with Operator is highly desirable however not essential. • Smoke effects are desirable however not essential. Techni cal Rehearsals and Sound Check: Independent of rigging installation, a one (1) hour slot for stage time is required with Operators present. This needs to be scheduled to begin at least two (2) hours before guests arrive. Qualif ied rigger: We can suggest riggers if needed however the venue must supply a scissor lift for access points. Dressing room: Debonair requires a clean dressing room close to bathroom facilities with good lighting & mirrors for makeup, table and chairs for 2 people and bottled water provided.
Debonair Pricing
Double Act: $3360 (Jeep Management Booking Fee inclusive)
Solo Act: $1800 (Jeep Management Booking Fee inclusive) Additional costs: • •
$200 per act to choreograph new routine (For example: If client requires specific theme/music) $200 per costume if clients selects one not already in Belle Air stock Travel and Freight Costs:
• Interstate Travel: Flights are required if performance is outside of Sydney. The Client will need to allow for Return Economy airfares from Sydney to the closest airport to the venue. • Accommodation: if an overnight stay is necessary, one hotel room per performer is required in a 4 star minimum establishment within a short distance of the performance venue. • Transfers: these are also required when traveling interstate allowing for travel between airport, hotel and the performance venue. • Freight /Excess baggage for equipment: the client must also cover this cost.
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