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Derbyshire, East Midlands

Venetian Masquerade Themed Entertainment in Ilkeston

Masked statues, mystery and old-world glamour for a masquerade ball. Available for Ilkeston, 7 miles west of Nottingham, and every postcode in Derbyshire.

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Popular for Charity balls, Gala dinners, New year parties, Black-tie events

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  • Champagne walkers
  • Aerialists
  • Fire shows
  • Giant martini glass
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  • Mermaids
  • LED performers
  • Jazz & swing
  • Gatsby nights
  • Winter wonderland

Venetian Masquerade entertainment in Ilkeston at a glance

Booking masquerade themed entertainment in Ilkeston

WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, 7 miles west of Nottingham, covering the DE7, DE75 and NG16 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club for up to 1200 guests.

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County
Derbyshire
Postcodes
DE7, DE75, NG16
Location
7 miles west of Nottingham
Venues on our list nearby
12
Largest nearby venue
Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club, up to 1200 guests

Ilkeston venues and masquerade entertainment

Our venue list around Ilkeston includes 8 event venues, 2 country houses and 1 hotel, with Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club the biggest at up to 1200 guests. That range matters when you book masquerade entertainment: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.

Ilkeston is 7 miles west of Nottingham, and we book masquerade entertainment into every part of East Midlands, from Eastwood, Kimberley and Nuthall outwards.

A tip for Ilkeston bookings: low, warm lighting and candles make masked performers look their best.

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The line-up

Acts in our masquerade package

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

How the night flows

A typical Masquerade line-up

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

  1. 1

    Masked statues in the entrance hall

  2. 2

    Hosts handing out masks to arriving guests

  3. 3

    Live music through dinner

  4. 4

    An aerial or dance moment after the speeches

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 masquerade event in Ilkeston: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, 7 miles west of Nottingham, covering the DE7, DE75 and NG16 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club for up to 1200 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

  • Derbyshire

    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 masquerade package?

A masquerade ball is all about mystery: masked living statues, elegant hosts, live music and dramatic costumes that make guests feel like they have stepped into Venice.

It suits gala dinners, charity balls, new year parties and black-tie events.

Where it works best

  • The welcome

    Masked statues in the entrance hall

  • The reception

    Hosts handing out masks to arriving guests

  • Through the evening

    Live music through dinner

  • The headline moment

    An aerial or dance moment after the speeches

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Masks at the door

    Hosts handing out masks gets everyone into the theme straight away.

  2. 2

    Unmask at midnight

    A timed unmasking with the performers is a great new year moment.

  3. 3

    Go dramatic with lighting

    Low, warm lighting and candles make masked performers look their best.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Ilkeston can host a large event?

On our list, Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club (up to 1200 guests), East Midlands Conference Centre (up to 1000 guests), Pride Park – Derby County F.C (up to 1000 guests) and Goosedale (up to 1000 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan masquerade themed entertainment around the space.

Do venues around Ilkeston 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 masquerade themed entertainment cost in Ilkeston?

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 Ilkeston is 7 miles west of Nottingham. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Ilkeston do you cover?

All of DE7, DE75 and NG16, including Eastwood, Kimberley, Nuthall, Selston, Heanor and West Hallam, plus the rest of Derbyshire and nearby Beeston, Long Eaton, Belper and Derby.

Do you supply masks for guests?

We can arrange hosts to hand out masks. Tell us your numbers and style when you enquire.

Is masquerade only for black tie?

No. It works for black tie, but also for themed parties and birthdays with a more relaxed dress code.

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 Ilkeston

Venetian Masquerade entertainment across Ilkeston and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • DE7
  • DE75
  • NG16

We book venetian masquerade entertainment in Ilkeston and every address in the DE7, DE75 and NG16 postcode districts, including Eastwood, Kimberley, Nuthall, Selston, Heanor, West Hallam, Smalley and Shipley. We also travel across Derbyshire and the rest of East Midlands.

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Venues near Ilkeston

12 venues on our list are in or near Ilkeston, mostly event venues, country houses 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.

  • Eastwood Hall

    Hotel up to 400NG16 3SS

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  • Locko Park Estate

    Estate up to 500DE21 7BW

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  • The Nottinghamshire Golf & Country Club

    Country House up to 250NG8 4BH

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  • East Midlands Conference Centre

    Event Venue up to 1000NG7 2RJ

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  • Osmaston Park

    Country House up to 250DE72 3EP

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  • Pride Park – Derby County F.C

    Event Venue up to 1000DE24 8XL

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  • The Derby Conference Centre

    Event Venue up to 650DE1 1TJ

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  • The Empire Conference & Banqueting

    Event Venue up to 800DE1 1DL

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  • Goosedale

    Event Venue up to 1000NG6 8UJ

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  • Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club

    Event Venue up to 1200NG2 3HJ

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  • The City Ground – Nottingham Forest F.C

    Event Venue up to 800NG2 4AD

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  • The County Ground – Nottingham County Cricket Ground

    Event Venue up to 1000NG2 1GT

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