Nottinghamshire, East Midlands

Burlesque & Cabaret for Hire in Retford

Planning an event in Retford? Glamorous, tasteful cabaret and burlesque performances pitched to your audience, from a classy teaser to a full cabaret set.

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Burlesque & Cabaret in Retford at a glance

Booking burlesque and cabaret acts in Retford

WowActs books burlesque and cabaret acts in Retford, Nottinghamshire, 23 miles east of Sheffield, covering the DN22 postcode district.

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Nottinghamshire
Postcodes: DN22
Location: 23 miles east of Sheffield

Planning burlesque and cabaret acts in Retford

Retford sits in Nottinghamshire, 23 miles east of Sheffield. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan burlesque and cabaret acts around the space, the timings and the guests.

We cover Retford itself and the DN22 postcode district, including Bassetlaw, Ranskill and North Leverton with Habblesthorpe, as well as nearby Bawtry, Worksop, New Ollerton and Gainsborough.

Plan the music. Cabaret usually brings its own tracks. We agree the cue with your DJ or AV team.

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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 Retford: 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 Retford, Nottinghamshire, 23 miles east of Sheffield, covering the DN22 postcode district. 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
Nottinghamshire
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

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

Tips from our team

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

Frequently asked questions

Do venues around Retford 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 Retford?

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 Retford is 23 miles east of Sheffield. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Retford do you cover?

All of DN22, including Bassetlaw, Ranskill and North Leverton with Habblesthorpe, plus the rest of Nottinghamshire and nearby Bawtry, Worksop, New Ollerton and Gainsborough.

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?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Burlesque & Cabaret across Retford and nearby

Postcodes we cover

DN22

We book burlesque & cabaret in Retford and every address in the DN22 postcode district, including Bassetlaw, Ranskill and North Leverton with Habblesthorpe. We also travel across Nottinghamshire and the rest of East Midlands.

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Venues near Retford

We cover every venue in and around Retford, from hotels, conference centres and country houses to marquees, offices and private homes. Tell us where your event is and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers.