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Venetian Masquerade Themed Entertainment in Kensington
Planning an event in Kensington? Masked statues, mystery and old-world glamour for a masquerade ball. We regularly work in hotels and event venues like the ones around Kensington.
Popular for Charity balls, Gala dinners, New year parties, Black-tie events

- Living statues
- Stilt walkers
- Champagne walkers
- Aerialists
- Fire shows
- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
- Mermaids
- LED performers
- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Venetian Masquerade entertainment in Kensington at a glance
Booking masquerade themed entertainment in Kensington
WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in Kensington, Central London, 4 miles west of central London, covering the W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Novotel Hammersmith for up to 900 guests.
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- County
- Central London
- Postcodes
- W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 +1
- Location
- 4 miles west of central London
- Venues on our list nearby
- 12
- Largest nearby venue
- Novotel Hammersmith, up to 900 guests
Planning masquerade entertainment in Kensington
Our Kensington venue list covers 8 hotels and 4 event venues, and Novotel Hammersmith can hold up to 900 guests. We plan masquerade entertainment around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.
We cover Kensington itself and the W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10 and W11 postcode districts, including Hampstead, Acton and Hammersmith, as well as nearby Hammersmith, Chiswick, Chelsea and Marylebone.
Unmask at midnight. A timed unmasking with the performers is a great new year moment.
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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.

Living Statues in Kensington
Still, silent and stunning, until they move

Hosts & Hostesses in Kensington
Themed meet-and-greet and guest hosting

Jazz Singers & Bands in Kensington
Swing, jazz and roaring twenties vocals

Aerial Performers in Kensington
Hoop, silks and freestanding aerial rigs

Stilt Walkers in Kensington
Towering costumed characters that own the room

Themed Dancers in Kensington
Charleston, showgirls and choreographed sets

Fortune Tellers in Kensington
Tarot and palm readings for fun

Face & Body Painters in Kensington
Glitter, gems and themed face art
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.
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Masked statues in the entrance hall
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Hosts handing out masks to arriving guests
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Live music through dinner
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An aerial or dance moment after the speeches
How it works
Booking is easy
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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.
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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.
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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 Kensington: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in Kensington, Central London, 4 miles west of central London, covering the W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Novotel Hammersmith for up to 900 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
Central London
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
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Unmask at midnight
A timed unmasking with the performers is a great new year moment.
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Go dramatic with lighting
Low, warm lighting and candles make masked performers look their best.
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Masks at the door
Hosts handing out masks gets everyone into the theme straight away.
Frequently asked questions
Which venues near Kensington can host a large event?
On our list, Novotel Hammersmith (up to 900 guests), Royal Lancaster London (up to 900 guests), ILEC Conference Centre – Earls Court (up to 800 guests) and Natural History Museum (up to 500 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 Kensington 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 Kensington?
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 Kensington is 4 miles west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Kensington do you cover?
All of W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12, including Hampstead, Acton and Hammersmith, plus the rest of Central London and nearby Hammersmith, Chiswick, Chelsea and Marylebone.
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.
Local to Kensington
Venetian Masquerade entertainment across Kensington and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- W2
- W8
- W9
- NW6
- W10
- W11
- W12
We book venetian masquerade entertainment in Kensington and every address in the W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12 postcode districts, including Hampstead, Acton and Hammersmith. We also travel across Central London and the rest of London.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Kensington
12 venues on our list are in or near Kensington, mostly hotels and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
Copthorne Tara Hotel Kensington
Hotel up to 240W8 5SR
Shanon, Liffey
View on mapNovotel Hammersmith
Hotel up to 900W6 8DR
Champagne Suite
View on mapMarriott Kensington
Hotel up to 140SW5 0TH
Veneto Suite
View on mapHilton Paddington Hotel
Hotel up to 280W2 1EE
Great Western Room
View on mapRoyal Lancaster London
Hotel up to 900W2 2TY
Westbourne Suite, Nine Kings Suite
View on mapMillennium Gloucester Hotel
Hotel up to 400SW7 4LH
Conservatory, Cromwell, Orchard, Sentosa, Grand Ballroom
View on mapILEC Conference Centre – Earls Court
Event Venue up to 800SW6 1UD
London Suite
View on mapNatural History Museum
Event Venue up to 500SW7 5BD
Hintze Hall
View on mapvoco London
Hotel up to 350W2 1JU
View on mapLord’s Cricket Ground
Event Venue up to 400NW8 8QN
Thomas Lord Suite
View on mapThe V&A Museum
Event Venue up to 400SW7 2ND
Ballroom
View on mapThe Landmark London
Hotel up to 400NW1 6JQ
Marble Ballroom, Grand Ballroom
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Gatsby & 1920s in Kensington
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.

Parisian Cabaret in Kensington
Can-can, cabaret and French chic, from a single act to a full night in Paris.

Circus Showman in Kensington
Ringmasters, aerial, contortion and big-top spectacle for a night of pure showmanship.

Under the Sea in Kensington
Mermaids, sea creatures, aerial and burlesque for an underwater world your guests walk into.
Plan your masquerade event in Kensington
Tell us your date, venue and guest numbers. We'll suggest a line-up and send one clear quote.