As the festive season arrives, so do the office Christmas parties. It’s the night of the year when everyone let’s their hair down (some always a little more than others! ) and stories from the year are told long into the night.

To celebrate the end of the year we wanted to pull together and highlight the top talent being booked for Christmas parties around the country that have been assisted by acta.

Creating a dream lineup for future functions that will help you and your colleagues party the year away and make your Christmas soiree the talk of the town.

Creating a Festive Atmosphere with Roving Talent: FX Entertainment

Melbourne-based FX Entertainment Australia (FXE) has been successfully servicing the event and entertainment industry right around Australia for 19 years. FXE offer a wide range of carefully assembled set-themed dance shows and roving costumed dancers globally.

With cast members knowing the industry inside and out, they have been selected based on their skill level, experience, professionalism, and attitude. With FXE’s dedication to leaving a lasting reputation, guests are guaranteed to be blown away with roving entertainment greeting them as they arrive at a party.

Make an Enquiry – FX ENTERTAINMENT

Provoking Laughter with a Hilarious MC: Nazeem Hussain

Investing in a Master of Ceremonies (MC) is crucial to help keep an event on track. Choosing a comedian to MC for your event is an ingenious decision that adds a light-hearted and warm touch to the overall experience with one-liners and hilarious crowd work breaking up the usually monotonous presentation of awards.

Our pick – look no further than Nazeem Hussain.

Nazeem’s Netflix stand-up comedy special "Public Frenemy" showcased his ability to blend astute social commentary with side-splitting humour. Not only a talented comedian but also a sought-after host and presenter, Nazeem can bring his infectious charm and comedic prowess to any event. With a unique ability to captivate audiences, infusing events with humour that transcends traditional hosting, Nazeem and other comedians alike bring an infectious energy, creating an energetic vibe at any event.

Make an Enquiry - NAZEEM HUSSAIN

A Mind-Blowing Stage Show: Phoenix The Mentalist

For the next entertainer, we’ve thought a little outside the box, because let’s face it, we’ve all been to a Christmas party that just dragged on.

To break up the evening, we highly recommend a stage show performance. In between various awards, speeches and guest speakers including a magician, Illusionist or mentalist in the run sheet is an addition that will keep guests excited and engaged.

Australia's "rock star of mindreading" Phoenix is the most unique and exciting act in the world of corporate entertainment in the country. With a performance bio that speaks for itself, including consulting for major blockbuster Hollywood movies, shows around the globe and frequent appearances on TV & radio shows.

Whether you’ve previously seen Phoenix's work or not, you're in for a treat! Adding value to his performances, Phoenix incorporates high-level AV production to ensure no one in the audience misses a beat. This is a show like no other out there. The stunts are amazing, and Phoenix's comical yet professional persona is guaranteed to win over audiences of all ages.

Make an Enquiry – PHOENIX

Elevating Energy Levels: The Groove Academy

So, it’s that time of the night. Everyone's got their awards, the CEO’s thanked John and Meredith for their 20 years of service and it’s time to hit the dancefloor.

To get the party started, look no further than one of Australia’s most sought-after party bands, The Groove Academy.

Teaming a veteran DJ with a talented collective of Sydney’s finest musicians and vocalists, Groove Academy has been one of Australia’s most in-demand acts since forming in 2007. Whether performing as a DJ/singer duo or an exhilarating multi-piece band, they’re a regular feature at some of the country’s most exclusive gala dinners, awards nights, media events and private parties.

The group’s crowd-rocking recipe is simple but effective as they deliver a seamless blend of dance floor anthems and pop hits both past and present – some sounding like carbon replicas of the originals and others given a contemporary live re-work.

Make an Enquiry – THE GROOVE ACADEMY

Dance Till Dawn: DJ Lavida

With the dancefloor well and truly warmed, you’ve just got to have a standout DJ to keep all guests dancing until the late hours of the evening.

DJ Lavida is a talented Sydney-based events DJ with excellent technical ability and an uncanny knack for reading the room. A self-confessed ‘musical chameleon’, Lavida is creative, highly experienced and will play all the hits you want to hear - be it from the 80s, 90s, 00s or now.

Her great energy and charisma have seen her perform at many high-profile events over the years, including The Australian Open, F1 Grand Prix + many more. As a highly reputable and experienced talent, DJ Lavida will certainly read the room and will ensure to play your must-have songs, to keep yourself and party attendees dancing the night away!

Make an Enquiry – LAVIDA

So that’s it! Our pick of the bunch, cream of the crop, a stellar group of entertainment, that individually have been helping companies celebrate multiple end-of-year events.

Wishing everyone Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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