Discover the perfect live band for your event. Our talented music bands will elevate your occasion, ensuring an unforgettable experience < Back Ginger & Beard ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit event details Gauteng Alida Senegal and Simon Vermooten make up the acoustic duo Ginger and Beard. Ginger and Beard are a Johannesburg-based event musical entertainment company. Ginger and Beard perform jazz standards, old rock, folk, and pop songs, among other things. As an acoustic duo, we hope to create a lovely vibe by performing an exceptionally versatile presentation. Alida and Simon have been professionally performing music for nearly 10 years, and it is naturally one of their biggest joys. We want to keep improving as artists and learning along the way. TESTIMONIALS "Ginger and Beard were extremely professional and provided exceptional service." We hired them to perform for our annual Charity Banquet, and they well exceeded our expectations. We would welcome them back for our future event." Hotel Elliot Mountain Shadows - Eastern Cape

Find exceptional musicians for hire! Explore our musicians bookings to find the perfect talent that will elevate your event to the next level < Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Miquel Pregueiro Gauteng South African based Portuguese/Spanish singer, songwriter, Miguel Pregueiro is focused on bringing the Latin flavour to South Africa with his music. Former full-time soccer player turned musician, he graduated top of his class from AFDA Johannesburg where he specialised in Music Performance. Miguel’s music can be described as Latin Pop but is working to move into a more Reggaeton sound.While he predominantly sings in English, he also adds Spanish and Portuguese to his music. He has a large repertoire of music that he can perform depending on the audience. He performs solo, with a two-piece as well as his four-piece band.He has recently been featured on platforms such as Trendz TV show, Jacaranda FM, Mix FM, Good Hope FM, News 24, Yahoo UK, Expresso Morning Show and many others here in South Africa.Internationally, he has been fortunate enough to be featured on RTP where they covered a story of Miguel and his musical journey here in South Africa.His debut single, “Vámonos”, was released on the 15 th of June and hit the airwaves here in South Africa but also radio stations in Venezuela, Spain, Canada and many others! His latest single “Tacos & Tequila” hit the digital waves on the 16th of November! TESTIMONIALS “The Idea Lab Team recently had the enormous pleasure of working with Miguel and his Band on a Corporate Event for one of our Key Accounts. I can honestly say that Miguel is a sensational and refreshing breath of fresh air in an industry filled with far too many performers that allow ego, complacency and disregard to reign – He is not only exceptionally talented and vocally proficient but boasts a killer smile and engaging personality to boot that had our clients – both female and male – enthralled, engaged and on that dance floor eating out of the palm of his hand. His Band are one of the tightest I have heard in a while and their professional approach, unassuming demeanour and willingness to deliver beyond expectation are rare traits. The Lab Rats look forward to working with Miguel more often in the coming months.” – Idea Lab

Book a talented comedian to entertain at your event. Enjoy professional comedy acts that bring laughter and energy to any audience. Reach out < Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details South African Tenors Gauteng Simangaliso Thango, Sandile Sikhosana and Luvuyo Situmane are the three members of The South African Tenors. In 2018 they collectively participated in a talent show on SKAI TV called ‘ELLADA EHEIS TALENTO’ which translates into “Greece Got Talent”. During their summer tour in Greece titled “A Tribute to the Three Tenors”, they were noticed by a television producer who decided to invite the singers to do an audition for the show. The trio has performed for several private clients in Europe and also had the pleasure to be invited by South African embassies for performances in Europe after their big break in the competition. Simangaliso Thango Simangaliso was born and bred in a small town called Kwa-Nongoma and later moved to Richards Bay where he formally began his musical journey in a school choir. Simangaliso further went on studying music at the Tshwane University of Technology where he graduated Cum Laude for his Bachelor of Music. He also holds an Honours Degree in Arts, Culture & Heritage Management from Witwatersrand University. Simangaliso is currently reading for his MA (Master of Arts) degree in Cultural Policy under the supervision of Ms Avril Joffe. Sandile Sikhosana Sandile Sikhosana was born in Ladysmith, Kwazulu Natal and started singing at the age of ten. He went to study performers’ diploma in opera at the University of Cape Town under Professor Kamal Khan and Mr Patrick Tikolo. He has been involved in several productions at UCT Opera School and Cape Town opera from 2009-2015. Sandile has been touring all over Europe with the Cape Town Opera’s ‘African Angels’. In 2016 Sandile made his international debut as a tenor at the Dubai Opera House and Hong Kong cultural centre performing therole of Makhanda in an opera called Mandela trilogy. He is currently freelancing with an entertainment company based in Athens, Greece called Remarc International. Luvuyo Situmane Luvuyo was born in Butterworth and grew up in Komga, Eastern Cape in South Africa. Professionally an electrical engineer, Luvuyo went through intensive classical vocal training under the instructions of Mrs Gwyneth Loyd and Mkhululi Milisi(both University of Forthare) and has been part of the East Cape Opera Company. He has partaken in various choirs since his early learning and although music has always shaped and defined his youth, his notable achievements began in 2014. He performed with the Cape Town Opera as part of the ADHO member in Arts Cape Theatre, doing Credo the work of Bongani Ndodana. He then began with his journey in opera music with the University of Stuttgart Orchestra, a guest ensemble to the University of Forthare Music Department and Nelson Mandela Metro University, in which he performed the role of Alfred in Johan Strauss’s opera, Die Fledermaus. TESTIMONIALS “Amazing voices that go directly to the heart” (Regula Spuehler) “These guys are fabulous, such talent great voices” ( Charles Fridsma- Casta Diva CEO) ” Watched the South African Tenors tonight, amazing voices real heartfelt singing” (Jane Goodman) Your content has been submitted

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Find exceptional musicians for hire! Explore our musicians bookings to find the perfect talent that will elevate your event to the next level < Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Kirsten Watkins Gauteng Kirsten is perfect to add a relaxed ambience to dinners and coctails. Light jazz and the tunes of Norah Jones and Katie Melua are her favourite melodies to perform. Her vocals are complimented by her accompaniment on the piano and she also offers the well-known standards on the alto saxophone to add versatility to her repertoire. She has been in the industry for over 15 years and continues to leave clients happy with the quality she offers.Kirsten’s repertoire encompasses mellow jazz, well-known classics, ballads, contemporary music and popular hits.The tunes of Norah Jones and Katie Melua are my personal favourites.Kirsten can also work with several musicians and create any mood from a relaxed ambience to a party atmosphere. Kirsten can happily customize an entertainment package for you to make your occasion the success you deserve! TESTIMONIALS// “Thank you so very much. You guys were absolutely awesome! We could not have wished to have had anyone better.” DRD Gold “Thank you very, very much for your contribution to our function last night. It was a great success. We will definitely make use of your services again.” Linprop Realty “Thank you for sharing in our special day and for the most beautiful music we could have wished for. We were absolutely blown away by your talent and we will tell everyone we know about your special gift.” Wedding Client

Explore unique virtual entertainment options for your virtual events. Engage and delight audiences with an innovative online experience < Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Chris Forrest Gauteng Chris Forrest has been on the forefront of the South African Comedy scene since the late nineties. His unique dry sense of humour, quick wit and intelligent comedy has made him one of the country’s most popular comedians and ensured that audiences are left in stitches wherever he goes. Equally at home MCing an evening or just doing a spot, Chris started out at the “Funny Farm” at what was then called the Randburg Waterfront, and has since gone on to perform on every worthwhile comedy club, showcase or fes7val in the country including South Africa’s premier comedy show: The 466 64 “It’s No Joke” comedy show as one of South Africa’s top 10 comics, he’s also a regular on the Heavyweight Comedy Jam, The BlacksOnly Show and the King Size Comedy Show. International festivals include:The Edinburgh Festival, The Lyric Theatre in London, not to mention on major festivals in Ghana, Botswana and Swaziland (really). In 2013 he hosted the prestigious Comics Choice Awards.

Discover the perfect live band for your event. Our talented music bands will elevate your occasion, ensuring an unforgettable experience < Back Cherry Pill ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit event details Gauteng Cherry Pill is a South African band that writes and performs fine-crafted original music with a sumptuous feel. Kristel, the lead female vocalist, also adds rich and lyrical string sections to the music as a professionally educated violinist. Rory contributes male backing vocals and finger-style guitar, drawing on his jazz, blues, and rock influences. The soothing voices will relax you, the soaring strings will inspire you, and the powerful guitar will delight you.Cherry Pill's work is refined and skilled, but they also enjoy performing it with passion and emotion. A fan once said of our music, "Your performances are artistic, sublime, and there was talk of you long after you left!" We are absolutely enjoying the CDs, and you are now a regular visitor to our home.

Discover exciting team building activities in Johannesburg. Boost morale and teamwork with engaging, customised team experiences < Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in First Name Email Phone Submit Select a date Last Name Company Event details Ethics & Generation Gap Workshop Gauteng Grow Team Grow Ethics & the Generation Gap For years we have considered the subject of Ethics to be one that is clear: honesty, integrity, transparency. Cut and dry almost. But then along came the Millennials with a whole new way of viewing the world. And as with most things, just when acclimatisation has taken place, along comes a brand new generation: Gen Z. Where does all this leave us in terms of Ethics? How do we get along when we don't agree on certain key issues? Is it possible for these generations to work side by side, even harmoniously? This workshop takes a walk on the wild side ... and investigates these generations and the impact it has on our Ethics. Come along for the ride with Kristy Suttner & Thulani Ndzotyana as they take you on an interactive and engaging journey. As well being a talented actress and performer, Kristy Suttner is an experienced corporate facilitator, coach and corporate strategist who has spent a large part of her career in the boardroom. Kristy’s client base includes Nando’s, UNICEF, Coca-Cola and many parastatals, banks and mines in SA and abroad. Thulani Ndzoytana is a talented all-rounder: agent, businesswoman, model and facilitator. She is the founder of the Stride Institute, a leading development institution, specializing in confidence building and public speaking sessions.

Discover the perfect live band for your event. Our talented music bands will elevate your occasion, ensuring an unforgettable experience < Back 4 am ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit event details Gauteng 4am is a dynamic, energetic melting pot of popular melodies and colourful, colourful performances that gets the party started. Their melodious vibes are guaranteed to get you captivated in seconds, incorporating elements of Indie, Folk, Pop, African vibes, rock, and even a little of reggae to finish it off. 4am also like putting their own spin on old and new cover songs that everyone knows and enjoys. What distinguishes the band is mainly its participatory live performance, which focuses on fan engagement and simply having a good time on stage. 4am takes great pride in making their shows unforgettable. 4am are annual SA Festivals favourites, performing on the biggest stages at Oppikoppi, Splashy Fen, Up The Creek, Winterfest at Afriski, Wine Not Festival, Oktoberfest PTA, and many others. Over the years, 4am has shared the stage with prominent South African singers as well as internationals. The band's dynamic, catchy style and contagious performances have led to appearances on stages at numerous successful events over the years, including corporate parties, private celebrations, beer festivals, gin festivals, markets, and so on. 4am has also had extensive radio play on all major South African radio stations, including 5fm, 94.7, Jacaranda, East Coast Radio, KFM, Mixfm, Smile FM, 2 Oceans Vibe, Tuks FM, Pukfm, and others. "Red Sand" and "African Skies" from the 2019 EP are still getting airplay. Previous singles such as "Sirens," "Burn," and "Dust n Dimes" have all enjoyed similar radio success.

< Back Urban Stomp Experience Gauteng ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in First Name Email Phone Submit Select a date Last Name Company Event details Our incredible professional Elegant Entertainment dancers will blow you away with a ‘STOMP’ styled routine that they will teach to your delegates! The mix of a great high energy dance number and the fusion of fun interactive Hip Hop moves will really get your guests foot-stomping and clapping for more! Teaching your teams that one person’s rhythm combined when working as a group will make for one explosive performance of urban drum beats and dance and they’ll never forget creating together! TESTIMONIALS “Such a pleasure working with you. You guys brought so much value and dimension to today’s events and I couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you for all your efforts. I really appreciate you going above and beyond. We’ll definitely be in touch soon.” – Matt, Mela Events

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 Dave Levinsohn Gauteng Dave Levinsohn’s comedy style has been described as ‘off the wall’ and off the cuff. Having started as the host at the Coffee Lounge Comedy club in ‘97, he has become one of South Africa’s most bankable comedy acts. The ex-Art Director made a wise move; graphic design’s loss is comedy’s gain. He loves making people laugh. He has performed at the Vodacom International Comedy Festival, the Cape Town International and the Smirnoff Comedy Festival and is one of the first SA stand ups to be invited to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2012 with Loyiso Gola. He has graced the small screen in many commercials, some of which have gone on to win awards and have become viral successes. He co-presented the first series of SABC 3’s ‘Going Nowhere Slowly’ and was a head writer on MNet’s Late Night With Trevor Noah (2010). ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Email Phone Submit Last Name Company Event deails

Explore unique virtual entertainment options for your virtual events. Engage and delight audiences with an innovative online experience < Back ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Stuart Taylor Gauteng With a performance career that spans more than 25 years, Stuart Taylor, with his unique blend of stand-up comedy and magic is by far one of SA’s top entertainment acts. He has been performing magic since his teens when he studied this art at the College of Magic in Cape Town. Stuart went on to become the reigning SA National Comedy Magic Champion, a title he held for 3 years. He has been performing stand-up comedy for the last 20 years and is a veteran of the varied comedy venues across South Africa. Stuart Taylor became a household name as the host of SABC 3’s hit travel show, Going Nowhere Slowly. A magician turned comedian; he has long since swopped his offbeat travels for entertaining local and international audiences with his stand-up comedy shows (with an occasional touch of magic). Internationally, he has performed to critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Berlin International Comedy Festival, New Zealand International Comedy Festival and the Montreaux Comedy festival in Switzerland. Locally, he has performed throughout most of SA. Stuart has written, produced and performed 9 one-man shows that have toured across South Africa. His most noted and famed shows include ‘Techni-Coloured’, ‘Learner Husband’ & ‘Money’s Too Tight to Mention’. Some of these solo performances have scooped various awards including the prestigious Ovation Award and Overall Best Comedy award at the National Arts Festival, and the Show Time Award for best solo performance. The success of ‘Learner Husband’ led Stuart to write the best selling comedy book: ‘Learner Husband – A handy guide for avoiding collisions with your wife’ which was launched in 2013 with a major national campaign. Stuart’s TV credits include but is not limited to: • two Comedy Central specials (Live at Parker’s), as well as • his one-man show, ‘Money’s Too Tight to Mention’ being aired on said channel .• A 6-part documentary ‘Diary of a touring comic’ (which he had written, produced, and directed) was showcased on Mzansi Magic .• ‘Evita Live & Dangerous’, Barry Hilton’s ‘Funny you should say that’, SABC’s ‘Comedy Showcase’, MNET’s ‘Laugh out Loud ’• In addition, he has also appeared in various magazines and chat shows over the span of his career. In 2017, audiences saw Stuart starring in his first feature film, Finders Keepers, a comedy-drama directed and produced by Maynard Kraak.