40th birthday entertainment quiz
Turning 40 means a soundtrack of 90s and 00s pop, boy bands and big anthems. Answer five questions to find your act.
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A boy band or Robbie tribute
The ultimate singalong for hen parties and 40th birthdays.
Acts to look at: Take That Tribute, Robbie Williams Tribute, Gary Barlow Tribute.
A live function band
Nothing fills a dance floor like a live band. Check space, power and any sound limiter first.
Acts to look at: Fresh Grooves, The Pedal Tones, Maxed Out.
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A diva tribute
Big voices and big ballads, from Celine and Whitney-style power vocals to modern divas.
Acts to look at: Celine Dion Tribute, Adele Tribute, Beyonce Tribute.
A party band
Party specialists who keep the whole room on its feet with singalong hits.
Acts to look at: Black Lace, Beardsmith, The New Triple X.
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A tribute act
A tribute gives the night a theme and a set list everyone knows. Pick an artist your guests love and let the show do the rest.
Acts to look at: Elvis Tribute, ABBA Fernando, Robbie Williams Tribute.
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An acoustic or vocal duo
A duo gives you live music with a small footprint: ideal for smaller rooms, ceremonies, drinks receptions and venues with sound limits.
Acts to look at: Becky & Josh, Seventh Heaven, Scandal.
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A Rat Pack or swing act
Crooners and swing classics for an elegant, grown-up evening.
Acts to look at: Rat Pack Tribute, Michael Buble Tribute, Alex Slater.
A vocal comedian
Part singer, part stand-up: a vocal comedian covers singalongs and laughs in one act, which is perfect for clubs and parties.
Acts to look at: Craig Harper, Ricky K, Chris Britten.
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A magic mirror photo booth
An interactive photo booth that draws a crowd and gives guests photos to keep.
Acts to look at: Magic Mirror Hire.
A children's entertainer
Games, magic, a disco and prizes, pitched for the age group. Ideal when most guests are under 12.
Acts to look at: Sparky Marky, Jo Jo Siwa Tribute.
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A piano or guitar vocalist
Real live accompaniment that can change with the room, from quiet background to singalong.
Acts to look at: Adam Press, Nigel Passey, Phil James.
A magician
Close-up and comedy magic breaks the ice while guests mingle or between courses.
Acts to look at: The Magic Guy.
A female vocalist
A versatile female vocalist can move from gentle sets to floor-fillers and adapt to the room as the night goes on.
Acts to look at: Lisa Pearson, Carrie Michaels, Stacey Leadbeatter.
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A male vocalist or showman
A male vocalist or showman mixes great songs with personality and patter, and reads the room well.
Acts to look at: Alex Slater, Simon Young, Joseph O'Brien.
A vocal harmony group
A harmony trio or group delivers a polished show with choreography and themed sets, without the space a band needs.
Acts to look at: Girl Project, The Livertones, Angelettes.
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A comedian or after-dinner speaker
A comedian suits a seated audience after dinner. Brief them on the crowd and agree how clean the material should be.
Acts to look at: Jack Ryan, Billy Pearce, Jo Little.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best tribute for a 40th?
Usually a 90s or 00s artist they loved as a teenager.
Can the act dedicate a song?
Yes. Let us know when you book.
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