Isle of Wight, South East

Burlesque & Cabaret for Hire in Cowes

Glamorous, tasteful cabaret and burlesque performances pitched to your audience, from a classy teaser to a full cabaret set. Available for Cowes, 73 miles south-west of central London, and every postcode in Isle of Wight.

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Burlesque & Cabaret in Cowes at a glance

Booking burlesque and cabaret acts in Cowes

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Isle of Wight
Postcodes: PO31, PO32
Location: 73 miles south-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby: 1
Largest nearby venue: Southampton Guildhall, up to 600 guests

Cowes venues and burlesque and cabaret acts

Within reach of Cowes there are 2 event venues and 1 hotel on our list, including 3 that can take 400 guests or more. Tell us which one you've booked and we'll suggest how burlesque and cabaret acts fit the room.

Bookings from Newport, Ryde and Fareham and the rest of Isle of Wight are just as easy. Travel for burlesque and cabaret acts is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Cowes: brief us on the audience. We tailor every routine and costume to who is in the room.

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Burlesque & Cabaret in a themed package

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How it works

Booking is easy

1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking burlesque and cabaret acts in Cowes: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books burlesque and cabaret acts in Cowes, Isle of Wight, 73 miles south-west of central London, covering the PO31 and PO32 postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Southampton Guildhall for up to 600 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Isle of Wight
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day

What is a cabaret act at an event?

Cabaret and burlesque performers bring old-school glamour: feathers, sparkle, live vocals and theatrical routines. At events they are tasteful and fun, pitched to your audience.

Cabaret works well in Parisian, Gatsby and under-the-sea themes, and as a short set between courses at a dinner.

Where it works best

Under-the-sea
Themed cabaret in a treasure chest or shell.
Private parties
Milestone birthdays with a theme.
Christmas parties
A glamorous show moment.
Between courses
A short set to lift a dinner.
Gatsby nights
Roaring twenties glamour.
Parisian themes
The cabaret heart of the night.

Tips from our team

1
Short sets work best
One or two short sets keep energy high without stopping the night.
2
Plan the music
Cabaret usually brings its own tracks. We agree the cue with your DJ or AV team.
3
Brief us on the audience
We tailor every routine and costume to who is in the room.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Cowes can host a large event?

On our list, Southampton Guildhall (up to 600 guests), Portsmouth Guildhall (up to 496 guests) and Grand Harbour Hotel (up to 400 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan burlesque and cabaret acts around the space.

Do venues around Cowes have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do burlesque and cabaret acts cost in Cowes?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Cowes is 73 miles south-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Cowes do you cover?

All of PO31 and PO32, including Isle of Wight, East Cowes and Whippingham, plus the rest of Isle of Wight and nearby Newport, Ryde, Fareham and Portsmouth.

Is burlesque suitable for a work event?

Yes, when it is pitched right. We brief the performers on your audience and keep it glamorous and tasteful.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

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Local to Cowes

Burlesque & Cabaret across Cowes and nearby

Postcodes we cover

PO31
PO32

We book burlesque & cabaret in Cowes and every address in the PO31 and PO32 postcode districts, including Isle of Wight, East Cowes and Whippingham. We also travel across Isle of Wight and the rest of South East.

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Venues near Cowes

3 venues on our list are in or near Cowes, mostly event venues and hotels. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.