How many sets do I need?
Set format matters as much as the act. Answer five questions about your timetable and we will suggest a format.
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One 60-minute show
A single hour-long show suits a headline slot, a surprise or a shorter event. A DJ or playlist can cover the rest of the night.
Acts to look at: Madonna Tribute, Peter Kay Tribute, Katy Perry Tribute.
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Two 45-minute sets
The most common format for evening parties: one set after the meal, a break for food or cake, then a second set to finish.
Acts to look at: Kim B, Maxed Out, Joseph O'Brien.
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Three 30-minute spots
Short spots fit around food, games, speeches or children with short attention spans. Several acts list a 3 × 30-minute option.
Acts to look at: Jo Jo Siwa Tribute, Simon Young, Boy George Tribute.
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How set formats work
Most act profiles on our site list their formats: commonly 2 × 45 minutes, 1 × 60 minutes and sometimes 3 × 30 minutes. Set length is time performing, not time on site. Read wedding band set times explained and wedding venue curfews explained.
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Frequently asked questions
Can we mix formats?
Often. Ask the act what is possible.
What happens in the breaks?
Many acts play background music between sets.
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