Cabaret Bands for Hire

Hire Cabaret Bands in the UK

Cabaret covers some of the most varied and theatrical acts on the directory, so no two are quite the same. It runs from traditional cabaret, a singer with a small jazz ensemble, to singing waiters who surprise guests from among the venue staff, and vintage vocal trios singing close-harmony classics. Because the acts differ so much, watch each one on video, read the reviews and ask plenty of questions when you plan.

What makes cabaret different

Cabaret is usually an interactive experience, with plenty of back and forth between the performer and the audience, and it often mixes in comedy, dancing or other routines. A traditional act might sing jazz standards and groovier numbers like the Peggy Lee classic Fever, while a full cabaret evening tends to have a single compere or host tying the night together. It suits events with a strong theme, so encourage guests to get involved.

Booking a cabaret act

Most venues ask acts for public liability insurance and proof that their equipment has been PAT tested for electrical safety, so check both with the act and your venue. Talk through the running order too, as a cabaret act often works best as a featured spot rather than continuous background music.

How much does it cost to hire a cabaret band?

The average price is £972, and because the acts vary so much, from a solo singer to a full show, it is worth comparing quotes for the kind of act you want. See current prices for every act using the price comparison section on this page, or browse related jazz bands.