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Essex, East of England

Gatsby Themed Entertainment in Basildon

Gatsby entertainment for corporate events, parties and weddings in Basildon (SS7, SS11, SS12) and the rest of Essex.

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Popular for Christmas parties, Awards and gala dinners, Milestone birthdays, Weddings

Gatsby martini: giant martini glass, gatsby theme
  • Living statues
  • Stilt walkers
  • Champagne walkers
  • Aerialists
  • Fire shows
  • Giant martini glass
  • Can-can
  • Mermaids
  • LED performers
  • Jazz & swing
  • Gatsby nights
  • Winter wonderland

Gatsby & 1920s entertainment in Basildon at a glance

Booking Gatsby themed entertainment in Basildon

WowActs books Gatsby themed entertainment in Basildon, Essex, 25 miles east of central London, covering the SS7, SS11, SS12, SS13, SS14, SS15, SS16 and SS17 postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Orsett Hall for up to 350 guests.

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County
Essex
Postcodes
SS7, SS11, SS12, SS13, SS14, SS15 +2
Location
25 miles east of central London
Venues on our list nearby
1
Largest nearby venue
Orsett Hall, up to 350 guests

Gatsby & 1920s in Basildon: what to know

Our Basildon venue list covers 1 hotel and 1 estate, and Orsett Hall can hold up to 350 guests. We plan Gatsby entertainment around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Basildon itself and the SS7, SS11, SS12, SS13, SS14 and SS15 postcode districts, including Thundersley, South Benfleet, Hadleigh and Daws Heath, as well as nearby Billericay, Brentwood, Grays and Upminster.

Keep the music in period. Jazz standards through dinner, then let the DJ take over with electro swing.

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The line-up

Acts in our Gatsby package

Pick one showpiece or mix several. Every act is styled to the theme.

How the night flows

A typical Gatsby line-up

Every event is different. This is a starting point we tailor to your venue, timings and budget.

  1. 1

    Hosts or hostesses to greet guests at the door

  2. 2

    Stilt walkers or champagne walkers during the drinks reception

  3. 3

    A jazz singer or band through drinks and dinner

  4. 4

    A giant champagne glass show as the headline moment

  5. 5

    Charleston dancers to open the dance floor

How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 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. 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. 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

Planning a Gatsby event in Basildon: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books Gatsby themed entertainment in Basildon, Essex, 25 miles east of central London, covering the SS7, SS11, SS12, SS13, SS14, SS15, SS16 and SS17 postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Orsett Hall for up to 350 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

  • 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 in a Gatsby package?

A Gatsby night works because everyone knows the look: feathers, pearls, sharp suits, art deco gold and a room full of fizz. Our Gatsby performers bring that world in with them, from the moment guests arrive to the last dance.

Pick a single showpiece, like stilt walkers or a giant champagne glass, or build a full package with hosts, a jazz singer, Charleston dancers and roaming characters who stay in character all night.

Where it works best

  • The welcome

    Hosts or hostesses to greet guests at the door

  • The reception

    Stilt walkers or champagne walkers during the drinks reception

  • Through the evening

    A jazz singer or band through drinks and dinner

  • The headline moment

    A giant champagne glass show as the headline moment

  • The finale

    Charleston dancers to open the dance floor

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Keep the music in period

    Jazz standards through dinner, then let the DJ take over with electro swing.

  2. 2

    Teach the Charleston

    A short dance lesson from the dancers gets even the shyest guests up and laughing.

  3. 3

    Make the arrival the moment

    Hostesses with feathered fans and a stilt walker at the entrance set the tone before anyone reaches the bar.

Frequently asked questions

How big are the event venues around Basildon?

The venues on our list near Basildon hold up to 350 guests, with Orsett Hall the largest. For bigger events, organisers often look further across Essex. We cover them all.

Do venues around Basildon 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 Gatsby themed entertainment cost in Basildon?

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 Basildon is 25 miles east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Basildon do you cover?

All of SS7, SS11, SS12, SS13, SS14, SS15, SS16 and SS17, including Thundersley, South Benfleet, Hadleigh, Daws Heath, Stanford-le-Hope and Thurrock, plus the rest of Essex and nearby Billericay, Brentwood, Grays and Upminster.

What is included in a Gatsby entertainment package?

There is no fixed package. Most clients mix a welcome act (hosts or stilt walkers), a showpiece (champagne glass or champagne walkers), live jazz and dancers. We suggest a line-up that fits your venue, timings and budget.

Can the performers serve drinks?

Yes. Champagne walkers and some hosts can serve welcome drinks or canapés, working with your venue's bar and catering team.

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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Local to Basildon

Gatsby & 1920s entertainment across Basildon and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • SS7
  • SS11
  • SS12
  • SS13
  • SS14
  • SS15
  • SS16
  • SS17

We book gatsby & 1920s entertainment in Basildon and every address in the SS7, SS11, SS12, SS13, SS14, SS15, SS16 and SS17 postcode districts, including Thundersley, South Benfleet, Hadleigh, Daws Heath, Stanford-le-Hope, Thurrock, Horndon on the Hill and Linford. We also travel across Essex and the rest of East of England.

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Venues near Basildon

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

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