Tyne and Wear, North East

Burlesque & Cabaret for Hire in Sunderland

Glamorous, tasteful cabaret and burlesque performances pitched to your audience, from a classy teaser to a full cabaret set. Booked across Sunderland and Tyne and Wear, including South Shields and Gateshead.

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Burlesque & Cabaret in Sunderland at a glance

Booking burlesque and cabaret acts in Sunderland

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Tyne and Wear
Postcodes: DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4 +2
Location: 10 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
Venues on our list nearby: 1
Largest nearby venue: Rainton Meadows Arena, up to 1500 guests

Booking burlesque and cabaret acts for a Sunderland event

Our Sunderland venue list covers 1 event venue and 1 hotel, and Rainton Meadows Arena can hold up to 1500 guests. We plan burlesque and cabaret acts around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Sunderland itself and the DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3 and SR4 postcode districts, including Houghton-le-Spring, Penshaw, Shiney Row and Fence Houses, as well as nearby South Shields, Gateshead, Peterlee and Durham.

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 Sunderland: 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 Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, 10 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering the DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR7 postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Rainton Meadows Arena for up to 1500 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
Tyne and Wear
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

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

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
Short sets work best
One or two short sets keep energy high without stopping the night.
3
Brief us on the audience
We tailor every routine and costume to who is in the room.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Sunderland can host a large event?

On our list, Rainton Meadows Arena (up to 1500 guests) and Newcastle Marriott Hotel MetroCentre (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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland?

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 Sunderland is 10 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Sunderland do you cover?

All of DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR7, including Houghton-le-Spring, Penshaw, Shiney Row, Fence Houses, Newbottle and Seaham, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear and nearby South Shields, Gateshead, Peterlee and Durham.

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 Sunderland

Burlesque & Cabaret across Sunderland and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book burlesque & cabaret in Sunderland and every address in the DH4, DH5, SR1, SR2, SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR7 postcode districts, including Houghton-le-Spring, Penshaw, Shiney Row, Fence Houses, Newbottle, Seaham, Murton and Hetton-le-Hole. We also travel across Tyne and Wear and the rest of North East.

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Venues near Sunderland

2 venues on our list are in or near Sunderland, 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.