Essex, East of England

Burlesque & Cabaret for Hire in Southend-on-Sea

Planning an event in Southend-on-Sea? 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 Southend-on-Sea at a glance

Booking burlesque and cabaret acts in Southend-on-Sea

WowActs books burlesque and cabaret acts in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, 36 miles east of central London, covering the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6 and SS8 and nearby postcode districts.

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Essex
Postcodes: SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5 +3
Location: 36 miles east of central London

Planning burlesque and cabaret acts in Southend-on-Sea

Southend-on-Sea sits in Essex, 36 miles east of central London. 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 Southend-on-Sea itself and the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4 and SS5 postcode districts, including Leigh-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Rayleigh and Rochford, as well as nearby Burnham-on-Crouch, Minster, Basildon and Maldon.

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 Southend-on-Sea: 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex, 36 miles east of central London, covering the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6 and SS8 and nearby postcode districts. 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
Essex
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

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

Tips from our team

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

Frequently asked questions

Do venues around Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea?

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 Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Southend-on-Sea do you cover?

All of SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6, SS8 and SS9, including Leigh-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Rayleigh, Rochford, Shoeburyness and Great Wakering, plus the rest of Essex and nearby Burnham-on-Crouch, Minster, Basildon and Maldon.

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.

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Burlesque & Cabaret across Southend-on-Sea and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book burlesque & cabaret in Southend-on-Sea and every address in the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6, SS8 and SS9 postcode districts, including Leigh-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Rayleigh, Rochford, Shoeburyness, Great Wakering, Ashingdon and Canewdon. We also travel across Essex and the rest of East of England.

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Venues near Southend-on-Sea

We cover every venue in and around Southend-on-Sea, 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.