The Festival of Eventing Taking place at CENTURY CITY CONFERENCE CENTRE from 8-9 AUGUST 2025. Welcome to Elegant Experience, the exclusive entertainment curator for this year’s Festival of Eventing, proudly hosted at the prestigious Century City Conference Centre. From captivating live music and theatrical showcases to immersive roaming acts and refined pop-up performances, our handpicked line-up is designed to elevate every moment. Whether you're exploring the main foyer discovering hidden gems in intimate corners, or joining us for standout main stage moments, Elegant Experience is bringing the venue to life with curated magic. Explore the full programme, what's on, where it’s happening, and who’s performing right here. Visit Festival of Eventing website Day 1 Friday 8 August 2025 Time 07:00 - 08:30 Registration Act Archway Dress Julian Bach 09:00 - 09:10 Opening Ceremony Danielle Bitton Location Main Entrance Demo Stage Hall B Conference Stage Ithemba Youth choir Mo Magic 10:20 - 10:35 Mo Magic & Danielle Bitton Hall B Conference Stage Tales of Triumph and Tenacity 11:40 – 12:10 Snack and Strech Expo Demo + Interactive Activation 12:10-12:55 Masterclass Circles 12:55 – 13:55 Expo Demo + Interactive Activation Carol Thorns & The Red Rose Gown MultiBall Screen Mo Magic in Sustainability Circle: Zero Waste Planning Mo Magic as MC Shaza LUNCH Sarah Jane & Angelo Thomas Byron Olivato Moneek Pixel Poi 17:00 – 18:30 Sunset Connect & Collaboate Organic Lounge Mo Magic up close and roaming Foyer Area Foyer Area Demo Stage Demo Stage Demo Stage Demo Stage Demo Stage Demo Stage & Foyer Area Demo Stage Foyer Area Day 2 Saturday 9 August 2025 Time 07:00 - 08:30 Registration 08:00 - 09:00 Act Location Sunrise Connect & Collaborate and Registration Wellbeing Masterclass with Katja Ratcliffe & Robyn Henderson Parolabianca Afrotopia Massage & Relax Room TBA Foyer / Main Entrance Demo Stage Foyer Area 10:30 – 11:00 Connect & Collaborate Snack & Stretch 11:00-12:30 Masterclass Circles Voxy Spiral Dream Clinton Hourquebie & Mo Magic speaking @ MC and Speaker Management Demo Stage Demo Stage Hall B Conference Stage 12:30 – 13:30 Connect & Collaborate Festival Feast Mo Magic as MC Afrotopia Larah Eksteen The Stellatones Kirstin Walters Fireside Chat 14:00-15:00 15:00 Brooke Greenhill & Mo Magic speaking @ ‘Beyond the venue’ Arias Anonymous & Kirstin Walters Demo Stage Demo Stage Demo Stage Demo Stage Demo Stage Hall B Conference Stage Hall B Conference Stage 15:00-16:30 The Adventurers Send Off & Toas DJ Stefanos Demo Stage We’d love to connect with you! Visit Elegant Experience at Stand 7 in the main foyer or catch us in action at the Demo Stage. Come say hello and chat with one of our team—we’re here to bring your next event vision to life.

Indian Magician // Magician // Virtual Entertainment // virtual events < Back Mayank Shekhar - Magician (India) ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in First Name Email Phone Submit Select a date Last Name Company Event details International Visual Magic | Workshops | Customized Acts | Interactive illusions Mayank Shekhar is a close-up magician based in India. He has been shocking people with his magic tricks for 7 years performing all around the globe. He is a magic consultant and has worked with big celebrities of Bollywood such as Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan, and much more. He is also a globally recognized Magic Designer / Magic Creator and has published many of his works on International Platforms.

Award Dinners // Birthdays // Branding Activations // Corporate Events // Family Days // Golf Days // Ladies Days // Launches // Private Parties // Weddings // Year End Functions < Back DJ SHAWNY B ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Gauteng Shawn Bickerton aka DJ SHAWNY B is one of South Africa’s most versatile and in demand DJ’s. He has played in over 150 clubs around the country and has maintained residencies in some of the most prestigious venues to date. DJ SHAWNY B Has played alongside some of the hottest local and international DJs at some of the trendiest and sought after events. He has also had the opportunity to assist in the opening of some of the most expensive nightclubs. DJ SHAWNY B gets booked occasionally to play for local and international celebrities and has in the past been booked to play for the likes of Sir Richard Branson, Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsey, Dr Robert Rey (Dr 90210), Will I Am (Black Eyed Peas), WBA Boxing Champ Lennox Lewis and many more A list celebrities. 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Plan unforgettable theme parties with our expert planners. Book creative, tailored theme party services for a memorable experience < Back James Bond Show ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Gauteng Our James Bond themed Show is filled with Glitz & Glamour; with a license to thrill. Providing unrivaled Bond themed entertainment with our tribute to agent 007. Craig Urbani, dressed in a tuxedo & surrounded by the stunning cast: 60’s catsuits, gold sequinned dresses & dinner jackets perform a powerfully choreographed production. Featuring two amazing vocalists: Stars of stage and screen Craig Urbani & Hayley Francis. Backed by our stunning dancers & live band. This classic show totally captures the elements of the highly successful Bond Movies, sultry dancers, magnetic theme music and loads of action! Filled with all the iconic themed hit songs. “For Your Eyes Only” “Die Another Day”, “Live And Let Die” and “GoldenEye” are amongst the selection in this musical roller coaster ride that will leave you and your company wanting more and more. SONG LIST: BOND INTRO. NOBODY DOES IT BETTER SKYFALL LIVE AND LET DIE FOR YOUR EYES ONLY DANCERS– FIRE HAVE YOU MET MISS JONES THUNDERBALL GOLDEN EYE LIVING DAYLIGHTS DIE ANOTHER DAY VIEW TO A KILL NO TIME TO DIE OUR LEAD SINGERS: Craig Urbani is renowned as one of South Africa’s most versatile performers. A brilliant singer & performer. Leading theatre, TV and recording artist. Hayley Francis has a long and successful career, singing in bands and musical stage productions. She has featured in shows, such as The Best of Girl Talk directed by Richard Loring, DreamGirls, Motown Goldand Sisters in Song. She is a true treasure. Once the show is complete our band will open the dance floor and continue the party for the evening – playing all the hits from 60’s Rock ‘n Roll to the latest Radio Chart Toppers.

Discover the perfect live band for your event. Our talented music bands will elevate your occasion, ensuring an unforgettable experience < Back Andre and the Swingers ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit event details Western Cape Andre and the Swingers is a South African live entertainment band known for their lively performances of swing standards and popular songs. They mesmerise audiences with calming tunes and a pleasant presentation fit for any occasion, led by the much-loved singer/actor Andre Terblanche. They will leave you wanting more for weddings, corporate events, private occasions, venue & hotel residencies, or birthday parties!

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 Barry Hilton Gauteng Thirty years of touring, six children, two ex-wives, a new wife, six DVD’s, two movies, Vegas, Cleese, Connolly, Monkhouse, millions of air miles and a Lifetime Achiever statue on his mantelpiece…. If Barry Hilton isn’t the quintessential South African comedy giant, no one is. Forged in the fire of the global comedy circuit from London to Hong Kong, this versatile and dynamic comedy icon works the room with magnetic charm and infectious ease. His deft timing and tap-dancing mind leave any crowd thrilled that they came, regardless of their own background. After what can only be described as one of the most successful careers in South African stand-up history, Hilton shows no sign of slowing down. In 2013 he became the first South African to perform at the prestigious Harrah's Improv at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, headlining four shows. 2014 saw the “cousin”, as he is known to a whole nation, do a tour of the UK, open the Hong Kong 2014 Comedy Festival, and slot in some thumping gigs in Singapore and Macau. He more than impressed the famously critical crowd in London’s Clapham Grand and his hilarious performances in Dubai saw him shortlisted alongside John Cleese for the Best Comedy Act in Dubai’s Timeout Nightlife Awards 2013. Not bad for a former electrician who just couldn’t help himself from seeing the funny side. Given the huge scale of his achievements and punishing schedule, Hilton doesn’t seem to age, instead his life experience just provides more fuel for his unique world-view. This seasoned raconteur recently shot the lights out with a sold-out 4200-seat arena show – something no other local comic has ever achieved. In true Barry fashion, he followed that up with a phenomenal sold-out two-hour performance at the iconic Sydney Opera House. Hilton describes this performance as a career highlight, while ex-patriot South Africans and Australians alike gave rave reviews, including the accolades: “Stellar…” “… first-class” and “thoroughly entertaining…”With sets that are never vulgar, malicious nor mean of spirit, but always funny – Barry is known to several generations as a gentleman comic and a master craftsman with flawless timing, an unpredictable hairline and a gaze that doesn’t miss a thing. Many people may not believe that their favourite funnyman is also a fine dramatic actor – he’s cuthis teeth on some meaty film roles, like Lenny, in “Finding Lenny” where his soulful blend of humourand deep empathy make for meaningful scenes. Corporate entertainer, award-winning stand-up comic, movie star, motivational speaker and actor, talk show host and the face of Savanna Cider and Roman’s Pizza. There is little ground left in the media that Barry hasn’t conquered. His genuinely funny bones, his uncanny ability to gauge a crowd, his firm stance on working clean, and his unflinching work ethic make Barry Hilton an institution that has stood the testament of time and continues to impress as he breaks new ground and makes ‘em laugh all over the world.

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 Billy Monama Gauteng Guitarist, Composer and Bandleader. Mokopane, Mahwelereng in the Northern Province of South Africa is where Billy Monama was born. From such humble surroundings he inherited a rich musical culture that combined traditional ethnic sounds with those from western jazz styles. In 1997 Monama was drawn to a guitar belonging to a neighbour. Largely self-taught, Monama immediately showed signs of natural talent on guitar. Billy Monama has also developed a great sense of melody by composing very catchy tunes without compromising on depth. He admits to being influenced by non-musical surroundings which then inform his music. Monama may have strong Jazz influences but is pushing boundaries all the time, incorporating many different musical cultures. To label him a Jazz musician would be to limit his world. Billy sees himself as part of the new generation of South African musicians that want to take music of the African continent to greater heights. Musicians that have a strong understanding of the local sound yet have global aspirations.

< Back Mo Vawda ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Kwazulu Natal Mo Vawda is a national stand-up comedian with over 10 years of experience on the biggest stages in South Africa and he’s performed with various South African comedic heavyweights. A man of many talents, Mo is a film director of multiple international short films, a scriptwriter on feature films, sitcoms, series and short skits and an actor in multiple short films & skits including a feature film and a new series filmed for “The Talent. He’s also the writer, director and actor of a YouTube series called "Shop Boys". A popular figure in media circles, Mo is a presenter for the SABC for the past 2.5 years. An academic by profession, Mo is a lecturer at UKZN and researcher on multiple projects and he’s the marketing director for BBG International and DigiboyZ.

Discover the perfect live band for your event. Our talented music bands will elevate your occasion, ensuring an unforgettable experience < Back Manteca Kwazulu Natal ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in booking Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit event details Kwazulu Natal Manteca was born in the practise rooms of the UKZN Music Department in 2009 as an extra elective lesson on Authentic Latin Rhythms. Our debut performance was at the UKZN Centre for Jazz's annual Jazz Jol. The band then ventured off-campus and into KZN's filthy dance venues to inject some cultural authenticity into the local music and salsa dance scene. Manteca has developed over the years, changing between a 13-piece and an 8-piece lineup comprising a culturally diverse array of artists with a passion for the highly rhythmically charged art form of Afro Caribbean music (which itself is a combination of European classical and African musical traditions). The band has performed at numerous corporate, cultural, and sporting events throughout KZN and Gauteng, including performances for Nedbank, StandardBank, Unilever, Tysons Property, The Comrades Marathon Green Mile, The EFF's tribute to Castro, and a well-received scripted and choreographed show at the Rhumbelow Theatre. Manteca's worldview and identity are all about fusion and harmony. In our music and our eclectic band lineup, we reflect a blending of cultural identities. In movement and rhythm, our music brings all peoples together. We enjoy integrating and collaborating with different artistic and expressive disciplines such as Visual Art, Dance, Architecture, and Fashion, and have even inspired a series of 'Manteca Shirts' by renowned South African Fashion Designer Karen Monk-Klijnstra.We perform a heady combination of Salsa, Kizomba, Bachata, Rhumba, ChaCha Afro and Latin Jazz styles, as well as some traditional repertoire, popular radio melodies in the Afro-Latino vein, and a few well-loved South African favourites that really get the crowd going. The band is also writing and arranging original music for the local festival scene. The band consists with On male vocals, Dr. Raul Vazques (Cuba), Nosihe Zulu (South Africa) on female vocals, On percussion, Jose Chemane (Mozambique), Daniel Sheldon on Trumpet/Flugel Horn (Zimbabwe), Avikar Maney (Canada) performs on Alto Sax/Flute. Keyboards and guitar by Avinash Maney (Canada). Bassist Monks Legette (SA) and Tenor saxophonist Johan van der Molen (Netherlands). Look for a Gig near you and bring your dance shoes.

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 Craig Hawks-HIIT Workout Trainer Nationwide Qualified Crossfit and personal trainer, Craig has been doing online workouts during lockdown to help get you fit. From beginners to advanced, Craig will tailor your workouts to get you off the sofa and out from behind your home desk to get you active and moving again. Anyone can do these exercises and have fun at the same time!

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 Dr Vumi Msweli Kwazulu Natal Dr Vumile Msweli, she is an MC, philanthropist, entrepreneur, speaker and executive whose career in human capital stretches nearly two decades—from steering service strategy in financial services and ICT to leading multi-skilled operations teams across the Middle East and Africa. As founder and CEO of Hesed Consulting, she has built a human capital powerhouse in Rwanda, Botswana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and the United States—translating bold visions into tangible results. Her voice resonates on stages from TEDx to the African Union, UK Parliament House of Lords and the Women’s Economic Forum. She amplifies critical conversations as a columnist in The Guardian, Business Day and on networks like SAFM, KayaFM and Arise TV. She nurtures future leaders in the classrooms of GIBS, Henley Business School Africa and the African Leadership University. At the Hesed Africa Foundation, Dr Vumile and her team powers flagship events such as the Africa Career Summit and Career Expo, equipping thousands with the tools to write their own success stories. ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Email Phone Submit Last Name Company Event deails

Award Dinners // Bah Mitzvahs // Bat Mitzvahs // Birthdays // Branding Activations // Corporate Events // Family Days // Golf Days // Ladies Days // Launches // Private Parties // Weddings // Year End Functions < Back Daniele Pascal as Edith Piaf ARTIST ENQUIRY I am interested in Select a date First Name Last Name Email Company Phone Submit Event details Western Cape Daniele Pascal has received several theatre awards and service accolades. She is renowned for her interpretation of the music of Edith Piaf, Jacques Brel, Leonard Cohen and the French Cafe Song genre. Daniele has popularized the French chanson to new levels with her unique and intimate approach and nowhere is the French tradition better expressed than in her repertoire. Daniele has been compared to Edith Piaf and is affectionately known as “Piaf” amongst her fans and corporate clients. Her style is elegant, classic and sophisticated.”