Whatever your event Life & Soul International can provide a Total
Entertainment Solution to your choice of Entertainer. If you have an entertainer
in mind or if you are looking for ideas then we can help. Please note
that we have chosen not to list any 'celebrities' on this page as we are
sure that if you have heard of them you know what they do.
'If you've heard of them, you probably know what they do'. That's
not a bad thing. If you know who you want to book then call us now and
we'll be happy to help with your booking. If like so many others you are
looking for inspiration then keep reading. If you still haven't found
what you're looking for then please call us.
MAGICIANS
Alan Vandome
Alan
Vandome is half Japanese. This oriental background influences Alan's magic
with an engaging eastern style that audiences love. Alan is a world-class
magician with over 25 years' experience. Multi-award winning and a member
of the Inner Magic Circle, his magical career has taken him around the
world. Relax in the knowledge that your audience are having a great time
with a highly experienced entertainer.
Sean Heydon
He's
young, good looking, talented and he's taking the country by storm. Sean
Heydon as created a form of entertainment so powerful you have to see
it to believe it. He combines magic, mind reading and a cheeky smile to
leave audiences breathless and gagging for more. Sean has performed his
magic from the National Space Centre to the Orient Express and from BBC
Radio to London's West End. His magic is uniquely tailored to incorporate
your key executives, clients, management and guests. Their minds are read,
funny bones tickled, psyches' hypnotised and of course, they will participate
in, and witness state of the art magical entertainment.
DANCERSFrom Stage Performers to Pole Performers and the Podiums
in between. We only book the very best at the most competitive prices.
Just some of the different types of dancers we can provide are:
- Stage Dancers
- Podium Dancers
- Belly
Dancers
- Limbo Dancers
- Traditional
International Dancers
- Theme Dancers
- Latin,
Ballroom, Jazz, Tap & Ballet Dancers
- Pole Dancers
SINGERS
Firefly
Firefly
are the hottest new thing to hit the live entertainment scene. Performing
huge hits from the likes of Oasis, Snow Patrol, Amy Winehouse, Bryan Adams,
4 Non Blondes, Jamiriquai, Alanis Morrissette and Kelly Clarkson, these
lovley ladies showcase the rare combination of supereb vocals and harmonies
with great looks!
For more information please see our page labelled Bands.
Thank you.
COMEDIANSHow do you know that you are going to pick the correct
comedian for your event, venue or party? Let us help you to find the right
person for you audience. As well as the big name stars in the comedy world
Here are some of the Comedians that we thought you might want to know about.
Rod Beech
Rod
has been described as the Martini man of comedy (able to perform any place,
any occasion, anywhere). As a full equity member Rod places a great deal
of emphasis on providing a professional performance that is reflected not
only in his stage appearance but also in the quality of his material which
is often drawn from life's experiences, topical events down to the expert
delivery of quick witted one liners. Please note that as the perceived world
of comedy has evolved so Rod's act has evolved with it. However rest assured
he covers any given situation with the required material. This can be seen
from his reviews and testimonials both here and on his web site.
Jimmy Darch
The
Stand Up, After Dinner and Cabaret Comedian and Presenter. A charismatic
performer who grabs the audience from the word go and doesn't let them up
for air. Available in a variety of formats, this guy is hilarious!. Described
as a "headline act on a mission!" and Delivering the goods every single
time, Jim is "Spit your beer out funny" Mr L Edmonson. "There is no mistaking
his approach of attack and sharp wit!" THE STAGE. He is one versatile artiste
whether performing to an all male pro football team, a family audience on
holiday, a military engagement or a group of politicians, pitching his wit
with pristine precision is what sets this comedian apart. His humour is
natural and as a family and business man himself, he is able to read his
audience in an instant choose his comedy style to compliment and deliver
the punchline with a sharp left hook! Few people have the natural ability
to see the funny side of every situation, with a quick mind and a sharp
tongue he is able to put that humour into word in an instant.
Jennie Robin
There
is no mistaking that Robin is in the house, "grabbing the audience from
the word go with her warm yet commanding stage presence, Robin sings with
polished vocal dexterity, and certainly knows how to handle a crowd." THE
STAGE. "A superb breath of fresh air. Different, original and crowd pleasing"
MIC World wide Entertainment. This show is best suited to a mixed audience
families including children. Its content is a mix of comedy and up beat
vocals, parodies, audience participation and more.
Mike Jerome
Comedian/funny
man and all round entertainer Mike Jerome first introduced the character
"The International Toy Boy" in 1986. But he recalls as far back as 1959
while living at home he joined his first band "The Kentucky Kids" which
featured none other than Brian Connelly who later went on to form the world
famous band "The Sweet". In 1970 he went on and became a world famous redcoat,
it was in his years with Billy Butlin and after becoming Pontin's entertainer
of the year that Mike decided to embark on his now well acclaimed solo career.
Lee Carroll
Lee
is known throughout the business as The Secret Star, it's also appropriately
the title of his DVD. In cabaret or after dinner there is never a dull moment
when he is around. Network TV appearances include THE COMEDIANS for Granada
TV where he was a regular in the 92' series, RUN WITH THE BALL, a sporting
game show which he devised & hosted, as well as guest spots on THE STAND
UP SHOW, BBC'S PEBBLE MILL (3 TIMES), FUNKY BUNKER, BUSHELL ON THE BOX and
his very own special for SKY 1, STAND & DELIVER, Lee often warms up the
TV studio audiences for DEAL OR NO DEAL and the C5's IN THE GRID WITH LES
DENNIS. Lee started 2007 as opening comic on the MV Van Gogh's inaugural
world cruise, and ongoing Caribbean cruises on P&O's Oceana, As well as
Fred Olsen lines and Thomson's, a naturally funny man Lee is always topical
and up to date and a must for any comedy event whether its Corporate, theatre
tours or after dinner. Theatre tours Include, Everly Bros, Gene Pitney,
Chuck Berry, Pat Boone, Commodores Freddie Starr and more.
David St John
Probably
one of the most versatile entertainers in the U.K. today! Based near Birmingham
and working across the UK offering fast-moving stand-up comedy plus impressions,
vocals and always adapting his act to suit the type of venue. David's stage
act is a good mix suitable for all age groups, including topical gags straight
out of the morning papers! With prior information he can also 'personalise'
some of the comedy e.g. company product/services plus mentioning any 'characters'
in the audience (diplomatically of course!). David has worked for most of
the top leisure companies including Butlins, Warners, Haven, Thomson, Airtours
etc, and is the ultimate professional - on and offstage. Also, he is the
perfect choice as Comedian/Compere/Host for any type of show, running a
very smooth night and adapting to any situation! David is an accomplished
after dinner speaker with suitable comedy as well as talking about his varied
background - his TV quiz show experiences are very popular as well as fielding
fun trivia 'challenges' from the audience.
Jack Dooley
Jack
Dooly, in a nutshell, a very funny man, an excellent voice, and many years
in the entertainment industry. Jack discovered his flair for comedy many
moons ago, he went on to create this zany, sharp witted, energetic and very funny
character we know today as Jack Dooly. With his added ability to deliver
superb vocals, and carrying the best in sound and lighting equipment, it
soon becomes clear why he has become one of Wales' most sort after popular
entertainers.
Mark Rough
Mark
Rough has developed a large and loyal following since his move from the
national comedy circuit to the mainstream arena. With over 4000 shows to
his name, he is noted for his quick fire delivery and 100% original material
he sits perfectly in any event from social evening, sportsman's dinner to
corporate entertainment. Mark has performed all over the world including
seasons in Dubai, Cyprus, Spain and the Far East. A regular on many BBC
TV and Sky TV programmes he has just released his first live DVD "Have You
Ever had It Blue?" to critical acclaim. Booking Mark Rough isn't a risk..he's
a 100% funny!
AFTER DINNER SPEAKERS
From celebrity speakers to naturally talented people, Life & Soul International
can book to your budget.
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CELEBRITIES OR LOOK-ALIKES
Do you have a Celebrity that you would like to attend your Event or Party?
Life & Soul International can make that happen for you. Just let us
know who you would like to book and let us do the rest for you.
If your budget does not allow for this, and let's be honest not everyone's
budget does, then why not use a Look-a-Like.
In this day and age there are at least a dozen Look-a-Likes for Every Celebrity
so to list them all would take for ever. Just decide what celebrity you
would like at your event and let us find the best Look-a-Like for you.
SPECIALITY ACTS
Gary
Skyner is Merseyside and Liverpool's No1 Comedian and an accomplished motivational
and after dinner speaker. His Achievements are numerous and none more so
than his determination and success in overcoming his disability and achieving
the unthinkable in his life and career. His story is one of triumph, intrigue,
sorrow and success but from an early age, irrespective of what other people
thought were his disabilities, he continually proved those people wrong
and he continually achieved the unthinkable and even today he still strives
to better myself and improve the person that is him.
Don't
believe Jim Naylor when he tells you that his life as one of the country's
most successful quick-draw caricature artists is a bed of roses. Even though
he has recently worked at the beautiful Blackheath Golf Club, the historic
Assembly Rooms in Bath, on board the sumptuous Silver Sturgeon, on Brighton
Pier, at Ascot and on the magnificent Monkey Island, for Jim life has both
it's UPS (for instance working on the 17th floor Penthouse Suite of New
Zealand House which commands the best possible view of central London) and
DOWNS (deep down in the capitals sewers!) Naylor was booked by Metro Rod
to "draw a crowd" to their stand for three days at Olympia. They
have already rebooked him for the next year and between times employed him
to entertain a group partaking of a Sewer Walk at the Thames Water Bow Deport.
The photograph shows our intrepid artist being lowered into the sewer system
to soak up the atmosphere for himself! In the coming few weeks Jim will
be performing on the aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious before driving up
to the Silverstone Circuit to entertain guests at the British Grand Prix
- not with his driving you understand, but with his pen. He then flies off
for a job on the Isle of Man returning to take part in a fly-on-the-wall
TV documentary and a Medieval Ball working in full fancy dress. Jim now
offers an additional service to clients - a masterclass workshop. Using
his vast experience as a teacher, he outlines the history of caricature
with examples and demonstrates his skills "talking through" his
methods as he draws. In no timehe has everyone drawing portraits of those
around them with great hoots of laughter. The session finishes with a Question
and Answer opportunity before each person is sent off clutching their drawings
and a keepsake specially prepared by Jim.
Sensible Pencil
One
of Britain's best 'live' caricaturists, Chrissy specialises in quick,
witty & wickedly accurate on-the-spot caricatures at Parties, Weddings
&
Corporate functions. If you want to commission a caricature for a gift or
stationery, or a cartoon for publication purposes, you've also come to the
right place! Our nationally published cartoonist has specialised in the
art
of caricature since 1999. Enjoy!
Pole Performers
Whether
to keep fit, surprise someone special or to add something different to a
hen party... pole dancing with Pole Performers is fun, exciting and a real
confidence boost! We have a range of courses available from absolute beginners
to advanced at studios across the UK. Our classes are friendly and welcoming
with both of us being professionally trained dancers and instructors in
a range of styles and methods. Our website will give you all the information
you need to consider joining Pole Performers, but feel free to contact us
if you have any questions. See you soon.
Jack Stephens
Jack
Stephens is an entertainer of consummate skill; more than just a magician,
Jack brings real variety to his live performances. His close-up magic entertainment
has kept him in constant demand at conferences and presentations all around
the country. Allied Dunbar, Marconi, Renault, Hilton Hotels, Nuclear Electric,
Grosvenor House Hotel, B & Q, Whitbread, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Nationwide,
O2, Hewlett Packard, Sainbury's, Vodafone, Securicor, Forte Post House Hotels,
Audi, General Electrics, SEAT, Goodyear, British Oxygen, Anglia, Holiday
Inn, Little Chef and Travelodge all feature among many of the largest commercial
organisations in the country who have found Jack's skill and superb presentation
a real delight, guaranteeing him return bookings time after time! Jack has
also appeared at functions for the RAF, Army and Navy; he has performed
his magic at Wilton House, The Hurlingham Club, Marlborough College, Bowood
House, the House Of Commons, Wolves FC, The Barbican Centre, Hampstead Heath,
Longleat, Center Parcs, Yves St. Laurent & The Natural History Museum
- he even entertained the royal family in the United Arab Emirates! A highlight
of Jack's career was having the honour of performing his close-up magic
for her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at a private lunch party. Jack has also
appeared on the bill with Jimmy Tarbuck, Craig Charles and Simon May and
has entertained such personalities as Duncan Goodhew, Lord Bath, Gareth
Chilcott, Ken Livingstone, Michael Ancram, George Baker, Nina Myskow, Micheal
Buerk and numerous others. Just for good measure, Jack has also made television
appearances on House Of Elliott, Casualty, Trainer, The Word, The Choir
and Pride & Prejudice. He also recently appeared on the BBC show 'Flog
It!' peforming some card magic to the host Paul Martin. When it comes to
entertaining children, Jack supports his magic with his unique presentations
of puppetry, balloon modelling, singing to his own guitar accompaniment,
games, origami and lots of audience participation. Children are enthralled
by this diverse combination of entertainment and Jack's performance has
ensured great parties attended by the children of celebrities such as Bob
Geldof, Christopher Reeve, Jools Holland, Stuart Pearce, Kim Cotton, Barry
Gibb, Annie Lennox and many others. Jack is a member of the Magic Circle,
The International Brotherhood of Magicians and Equity, and is available
now to entertain for you.
Amber Dextrous
A
professional drag queen for more than 8 years, Amber has delighted audiences
throughout the length and breadth of the UK and has recently returned from
a successful season of shows in Gran Canaria. A live act with catchy upbeat
songs and slating put downs makes her a seasoned favourite on the UK gay
and straight cabaret circuit. TV Credits include Casualty, Holby City and
the Priscilla Queen of the Desert DVD
Ian Close - Saxophonist
Ian
has played saxophone professionally for twenty years, with a three year
gap for study at U.C.S. After graduating from U.C.S. with a BA (Hons) degree
in music, Ian has played with and toured all over Europe with artists/musicians
as diverse as: SANDI THOM / THE BLOCKHEADS / THE GORDON HASKELL BAND /WINSTON
BLISSETT/ THE HAMISH STUART BAND / RALPH SALMINS / IAN THOMAS / GARY WALLIS/
CHRISSIE HYNDE / NIGEL PLANER / ROBBIE MCINTOSH / TONY O'MALLEY / JIM DIAMOND
/ SNAKE DAVIS / TONY HATCH / ADAM PHILLIPS / LYNDON CONNAH /EZIO /BERNIE
MARSDEN... He has live TV and radio performances including Gordon Haskell
(Des O'Connor Show/TVP2-Poland) and Norah Jones/Gordon Haskell (Berlin).
Has sessioned on many radio/TV jingles and has seen his handiwork playlisted
on numerous radio stations including BBC Radio 2. Ian has most recently
been playing live shows with The Blockheads and is featured on the new album
by Sandi Thom, who achieved a UK and Europe wide no1 during late 2006.
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