Discover top public speakers and motivational speakers to inspire and engage your guests. Book the perfect speaker for your event today < Back Jacqui Carpede ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Gauteng Jacqui Carpede is a recording artist, actress, dancer, and MC/Speaker who is making waves within the entertainment industry. Jacqui became renowned when she entered an SABC1 reality show called Coca Cola Popstars in 2004. Having teamed up with Mariechan Luiters and Liesl Penniken, the trio placed second in the competition. They then went on to form the group “Jamali” that became extremely popular and the self-titled debut album was certified for gold within weeks. The Jamali album rapidly became platinum with hit singles like “Greatest Love”, “Love me for me” and “Dalile”. The trio recorded 4 albums and was nominated six times at the South African Music Awards and won an award for “Best urban pop” in 2008. Growing up to the humble beginnings in the township of Eldorado Park, Jacqui always dreamt of a successful career in music. BACKGROUND Jacqui Carpede began dancing and singing at the age of 7 years old, her confidence at such a young ageallowed her to enter her first singing competition called “Reach for the Stars‟ or “Keur ryk na die sterre”. At age 14 Jacqui entered the Jam ALLEY “Be a Megastar Competition‟ in 1997. As a runner up she believes she actually won the best prize which was to go on tour with all the local SONY artists at the time. In 2003 the tenacious songstress sneaked into a closed audition where they were looking for aperformer to sing at a beautiful holiday resort in Turkey for 6 months, she landed the job however thatwas not the only accomplishment for her this was also the first time she would travel overseas. Jacqui continued to sharpen her skills and pursue her dreams of becoming a commercial performimgartist by doing cabaret shows and musical theatre. Living in South Africa amongst many cultures has influenced Jacqui to be bilingual in a variety oflanguages such as: English, Afrikaans, Sotho and Zulu. THE JACQUI COLLECTION 2015, the year that Jacqui launched her dress line, “The Jacqui Collection”. This clothing line focuses onone of a kind designed evening dresses, matric dance dresses, wedding dresses, bridesmaid’s dresses aswell as cocktail dresses for the urban fashionista. Jacqui Carpede is known for her fashion statements and she aims to share her style with her fans. PREVIOUSLY PERFORMED FOR •The late Nelson Mandela •Oprah •Mary J Blige •Tyler Perry •Patti Labelle •Babyface •India Arie •Akon •Snoop Dogg

Looking to hire an event MC? Book a skilled event MC to engage, entertain, and ensure your event runs smoothly. Connect with Elegant Experience < Back Eugene Khoza Gauteng Born and bred in Pretoria, Eugene has advanced in the world of local comedy and can now be found performing all over the country. His growing ethnic fan base has been accredited to his multilingual delivery and his understanding of cultures and being able to engage them all on a humorous level. It is his comedic nature that took him from performing open spots to hosting the popular Horror Café Comedy Night for a year. His rise in the comedy ranks began when he made the semi-finals of M-Net's Laugh Out Loud comedy competition and in the same year won the Ricoffy Comedy Challenge. Those achievements led to him being put on the line-up for Arts Alive 2007 as well as two of the country’s biggest comedy shows: Blacks Only and the Heavyweight Comedy Jam. This led to him co-hosting a show on YFM. He has also done various interviews and appearances on television. Eugene also performs at numerous corporate functions, live shows and club gigs all over the country. Beginning on 10 June 2008, he was the co-host (with Fezile Makhanya and Eugene Khoza) of the SABC1 magazine show Countdown 2010, which aimed to keep South Africans informed and involved in the preparation for the largest sports event ever held on the African continent - the 2010 Soccer World Cup. ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Email Phone Submit Last Name Company Event deails

Experience authentic African entertainment. Hire African entertainers to bring vibrant performances and cultural flair to your event < Back Interactive Gumboot Dancing ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Gauteng Gumboot dancing developed in Johannesburg's gold mines, down within the shafts. To distract themselves from the long perilous hours beneath the ground and to operate as a team, the miners used the noises of stepping together, smacking their boots, clapping their hands, and dancing together to create a gumboot dance pattern. Each delegate is dressed in an overall and a pair of gumboots with bottle top shakers, in genuine miners' style. Our trained facilitators will teach you a few fundamental dance steps that will establish a ""gumboot dance routine,"" and your delegates will be dancing as a team within minutes. TESTIMONIALS "The staff loved it, thank you!" - THE PREPAID COMPANY." I just wanted to thank you! Thank you a million times over." - AUDITOR GENERAL'S OFFICE "We had a wonderful evening, and we're still talking about it." - THE BLUE BARN "It was a lot of fun. It was an occasion that will not be easily forgotten." - TELEMEDICINE

Award Dinners // Bah Mitzvahs // Bat Mitzvahs // Birthdays // Branding Activations // Corporate Events // Family Days // Golf Days // Ladies Days // Launches // Private Parties // Weddings // Year End Functions Out of gallery < Back Ballet Dancers ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Nationwide Classical, elegant and impressive, a ballet dancer can add sophistication and romance to an event. If you need one dancer or an ensemble we can provide you with the best ballet dancers South Africa has to offer. Let us create a scene out of Swan Lake to capture your guests.

Looking to hire an event MC? Book a skilled event MC to engage, entertain, and ensure your event runs smoothly. Connect with Elegant Experience < Back Ewan Strydom Western Cape Expresso presenter Ewan Strydom.Ewan grew up in Gauteng before relocating to Cape Town in 2001. He is a Qualified Personal Fitness Trainer who has made it his mission to motivate and inspire people to change their lifestyles and ultimately become healthier and achieve higher levels of fitness. He has been modelling for the past ten years, spending four years modelling abroad before returning to SA. Ewan appeared on the Men’s Health cover in 2008 and that same year took part in the Men’s Health Look competition that subsequently launched his TV career. Today we’ll be talking to Ewan about recently becoming a dad for the second time. ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Email Phone Submit Last Name Company Event deails

Looking to hire an event MC? Book a skilled event MC to engage, entertain, and ensure your event runs smoothly. Connect with Elegant Experience < Back Liezel van der Westhuizen Liezel van der Westhuizen has the ability to energize, inspire, be astute, as well as skillfully bring success to events, radio and television programs, and entrepreneurial trips all over the world. It is hard to believe that it was only a few years ago when Liezel was "discovered" by the programmanager for Jacaranda FM after he heard in- store as an Announcer at Makro. At the time, Liezel was also successfully multitasking as a Music Manager for TUKSFM and studying towards her Masters Degree in Business Communication Management. The award-winning Liezel van der Westhuizen, who became well-known after an excellent performance on MNET Idols, has enthralled audiences all around the world for years using her skills as a global Motivational Speaker and Corporate Coach and specializing in Communications, Personal Branding ; LinkedIn and Speaker Training. Her passion for education and communication is unmistakable. To start with, her acquisition of three degrees namely: Human Resources Management (BCom), a B.Com Honours and a Master’s degree in Business Communications is impressive. These degrees have been invaluable in laying the groundwork for what can only be described as a rewarding and fulfilling career. Levelling up on her experience, she’s also adept at reputation management as reflected in her successful work with clients like Lenny Kravitz, Atomic Kitten, Backstreet Boys ; Danny K; Watershed and Mandoza and glowing recommendations as the Public Relations Manager for Virgin Records. Her relaxed smile, incomparable work ethic, and impeccable style have also added to making her one of the most sought-after talents, both locally and internationally . Liezel has successfully emceed at more than 1 000events across South Africa and Internationally. These include popular eventing destinations such as Indonesia, United Kingdom, Italy; Romania;, Thailand, Hong Kong and the Seychelles. Blue chip clients, sporting franchises, tourism boards, and even thriving financial institutions have willingly picked Liezel to Emcee at international conferences, including one in Romania recently!Her style and contagious enthusiasm are above reproach, and the events benefit as a result. Her inspiration has ensured that she towers above the competition. Liezel is constantly sought after to do Motivational Talks and to deliver Keynote Addresses. Through these talks she successfully motivates and inspires, using topics like ‘Beating the Bully’, ‘Empowering Women’ ‘Finding your inner strength’ and ‘Personal Brand Personified’. With a microphone in her orbit, Liezel can motivate others through dance and even fitness! She’s a history-maker as the second woman in the world to present Idols, and she has subsequently become a familiar face on the popular reality show in season five and six. On radio she lights a fire of inspiration to get her listeners to try something new through her daily FITNESS GUIDE on 94.5KFM as well as a daily Fitness & Health Feature on Cape Talk and Talk Radio 702. Away from the microphones and cameras, Liezel also enjoys a variety of sporting challenges and often uses them to give support to various fitness-related community programs . Liezel was the first person to cycle a bicycle powered by social media to raise funds for Velokhaya. In line with her drive for good education for all, she’s been passionately involved with this Cape Town-based nonprofit charity, situated in Khayelitsha. Velokhaya uses a range of holistic, education-based cycling programs, to uplift local children. Furthermore, in 2018 she became the first woman to pilot a visually impaired athlete across the Himalayas on a tandem bicycle to raise funds for Operation Smile and One Sight. Liezel also completed the Robben Island SUP crossing on a Stand-Up Paddle board - having already competed in the FREEDOM paddle around Robben Island on an S3 surf ski the previous month. In 2022 Liezel swam from Robben Island to Bloubergstrand (7.5km) to raise funds for SEA RESCUE SA. Added to this she has completed several other tough sporting challenges namely;Ironman Triathlons, the Dusi Canoe Marathon and the Midmar mile, thereby creating an impressive list of outdoor adventures in her life time. You want someone beloved to catapult your event, show, or business and brand, to new heights? Stop searching !! This towering personality is the perfect pick! Liezel is a well-loved personality in the South African radio and television media space and has established herself as a macro influencer with over 155 000 social media followers across various platforms, including LINKEDIN, TIK TOK; TWITTER, FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM. Liezel is fondly known to friends and fans alike as ‘ The Giraffe’ , a moniker she has worked into the name of her personal blog, Giraffe in the City . What many people may not know, is that the nickname was originally meant to be an insult . “In 2010, designer Craig Jacobs called me ‘a giraffe’ in his Sunday Times society column when - on this specific occasion - I wore a pair of killer heels, which added a few extra centimetres to my already excessive length,” Liezel explains. She embraced the name instead of letting the insult hurt her. She’s continued to use it to her advantage and now coaches and speaks about how to tower over the competition in various industries. With so much going for her, Liezel keeps pushing herself to seize every opportunity that comes her way while at the same time she helps to improve lives and bring joy to the people she encounters each day of her life. ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Email Phone Submit Last Name Company Event deails

Award Dinners // Bachelorette Parties // Bah Mitzvahs // Bat Mitzvahs // Birthdays // Branding Activations // Corporate Events // Family Days // Golf Days // Kitchen Teas // Ladies Days // Launches // Private Parties // Weddings // Year End Functions < Back Craft Beer Trucks and Beer Pong ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Gauteng King Pong mobile rental service for small to large scale events with a unique difference that all our drinks are dispensed by the Bottoms Up dispenser. Allowing us to dispense drinks a lot faster as well as more efficiently. We are able to supply a large range of craft beers, craft Gin & Tonics, Cocktails and other mixed drinks as well as beer pong tables and other fun drinking games. We are also able to provide bespoke customised magnets that provide unique branding or promotional opportunities with the assistance of our talented and creative branding/marketing team. These will be the biggest billboard in your venue! King Pong can offer you a whole host of mobile bar options. These options include the following: Mobile bar cart : 2 tap up to 6 taps Event Trailer : 6 built in taps, It sits about 3 meters tall and 4.5 meters long. We’ve wrapped in a dark ‘wooden cabin’ vinyl….needless to say its hard to miss Beer Pong tables : with or without a built-in dispenser Jockey Box : cooler box with built-in tap Pair this with our bierfest girls .

< Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details The Universe on Stage Gauteng & Western Cape At The Universe on Stage, our mission is simple - to captivate and inspire. Dr. Luca Pontiggia (speaker, PhD physicist and data scientist) and Yasheen Modi (pianist, composer, and actuary) collaborate to craft powerful and moving talks that explore the universe - its vast and intricate beauty, the genius behind its exploration, and our place in it. Regardless of our different backgrounds or expertise, we share a common connection to the cosmos, and a deeper connection and understanding can encourage us to shift our perspective and achieve what we never thought possible. Introducing "A Cinematic TED Talk Concerto," our innovative form of live entertainment that seamlessly combines spoken word, music, visuals, and scientific insights into a unique performance that entertains and engages the hearts and minds of any audience. Rooted in science and an original score, our presentations will inspire curiosity and a desire to explore and understand more about ourselves and our place in the Universe. Testimonials: Hylton Kallner (CEO Discovery LTD ) : " Thought-provoking, moving and inspiring. The Universe on Stage simultaneously immerses the audience in the wonders of our universe and entertains with stunning visuals and score. You’ll be amazed by this symphony of science. " Gareth Cliff (Cliff central) : " I saw Universe on Stage and I was absolutely blown away by the care and attention to detail given to what is first of all an amazing story told by Luca, but also by the music by Yash which I find spell-binding. I think the whole thing makes for a very immersive experience and I would highly recommend it to anyone who has yet to see their performances ." Tyra Mouron (Science teacher): " The Universe on Stage masterfully combines truth and beauty that fills the heart with wonder at the magnificence of the galaxy we live in. The interaction between Luca’s speaking and Yash’s piano playing reflect the very dance between the truths of the universe and the sheer beauty of it all. My students loved it! I think the production sparked the perfect amount of curiosity and awe ."

< Back Vintage Cirque Gauteng ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in First Name Email Phone Submit Select a date Last Name Company Event details Be captivated and inspired by our vintage cirque theme. You’ll be swept up into the rafters with our mesmerizing Aerial Silk & Trapeze Acts whilst erupting in unbelievable laughter at our wonderful roaming magician and be awestruck by the sheer power of our gravity defying strength acts!

Discover top public speakers and motivational speakers to inspire and engage your guests. Book the perfect speaker for your event today < Back Joey Evans ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Gauteng Joey's life journey is a tribute to the power of the human spirit and the ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. In addition to learning to walk again after being paralysed, he went on to accomplish his childhood dream of racing his motorbike in the Dakar Rally, the toughest, most gruelling off-road race in the world. As a sought after international speaker, Joey uses his personal experiences not only to inspire audiences to overcome adversity but to equip them with key insights to apply when facing their own challenges. Lying paralysed in the hospital, Joey made the difficult decision to not let the situation define him or his future. He not only committed to achieving the best recovery possible but also to continue chasing his racing dream. The next 10 years would be filled with devastating setbacks and personal triumphs that would forge a new mindset that carried him to eventually stand on the start line of the Dakar Rally. However, earning his place on that start line was just the beginning. The unimaginable events that he endured during the 9000km race across South America tested him far beyond what even he could have imagined. The catastrophic event of his bike being crushed by a two-ton rally car on the second last day, suddenly leaving him stranded, alone and considered out of the race, set the stage for an epic final chapter. Since finishing the Dakar Joey has continued to live his passion for adventure. He’s raced 1000’s of kilometres through the deserts of North Africa and ridden in over 32 countries on 6 continents. As a best selling author and international keynote speaker Joey weaves heartfelt emotion, witty humour and gripping adventure to leave audiences with a new perspective on their own challenges and the renewed drive to chase their own goals and dreams.

Discover the perfect live band for your event. Our talented music bands will elevate your occasion, ensuring an unforgettable experience < Back Havana Gas ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit event details Gauteng The best option for a successful event is Havana Gas. To have a good time. To put on a dance. To create music. To eat. To ingest. To relax. To be glad. Most notably, for the carefree environment created by playing their favourite music... from the Rat Pack to the Rap Pack. The four-piece band is comprised of Oscar Toorn (vocals) and Merlin Michaels (drums). Excellent stage presence, and as a person of colour, an excellent fit for corporate employment. Dougie on vocals/guitar and bass/sax. They are popular in top locations such as Sun City, Summerplace, Sandton Sun, Joburg Country Club, and Oakfield Farm in Dubai, Singapore, and South Africa. Modern Amapiano tracks in a variety of genres that go down well.A trio option is also available. The band can perform at your next dinner dance, wedding reception, birthday celebration, corporate event, convention, product launch, cocktail party, business lunch, barmitzvah, or farewell goodbye!

Looking to hire an event MC? Book a skilled event MC to engage, entertain, and ensure your event runs smoothly. Connect with Elegant Experience < Back Dalin Oliver Western Cape Dalin Oliver is an award winning South African comedian as well as an award nominated radio sports broadcaster and podcaster. Oliver’s currently on a five-city tour of Australia where his clean cut and energetic brand of comedy is leaving locals in Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Gold Coast begging for more. Oliver is a former high school mathematics and history teacher who ditched the chalk board for a microphone and the stage. This laughter specialist has been building a reputation for himself as one of the most bankable comedians and MCs in the country. Teaching’s loss is comedy’s gain. A true all-rounder who wears many hats. He's Host of The Late Late Tackle - the newest talk show on the block with three-time Rugby World Cup Champions, the Springboks and is also a DSTV Content Creator Awards Podcast of the Year nominee. Career highlights include five one person shows, sell out success around the country and being part of the award-winning ensemble stand-up comedy show, Day Zero: The Water Shortage Tour, which was performed in Toronto Canada as well. You can enjoy his finest work on Showmax, DSTV, Comedy Central Africa and in cinemas nationwide. Signing fresh from university, he’s been capturing locals with his humour & colourful delivery on South Africa's hottest Urban radio station, Good Hope FM, as the weekday breakfast show sports presenter. Another feather in his cap is his Comics Choice Award nominated weekly comedy show, Happy Hour - a first of its kind for the radio station. When the dynamic performer is not on stage or on-air, he can be found in the sports arena, rocking the mic on or off camera - having worked at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, Netball World Cup, Red Bull Box Cart Race and alongside the Proteas, DHL Stormers and Springboks family. From South Africa to the world, Thanks for being an amazing human. ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Email Phone Submit Last Name Company Event deails