Corporate Entertainment
Just some of the happy bunnies that we have looked after , not forgetting HRH ( hiyah Lizzie!) and the Princes' too ,
a professional service , a "can do" approach and unflappable fun. Please contact us for your package quotation
Testimonials
A little bit of sunshine descended on Margam Park this Bank Holiday, those mad fools from Pick "N" Mix Circus certainly know how to get a crowd going, great fun and bravery going on all around .
"The South Wales Echo"
" You've a sure hand with that whip! Thank Goodness! Mr Terry Wogan
Hi Pete,
The Ball ( for Balfour Beatty ) was a very successful night thanks, raised over £165K for NCH! Pick ‘N’ Mix were fantastic fun, the table magicians were amazing.Take Care
Sam Balfour Beatty
Thank you so much for all your efforts Fion and Charlie had the best birthday possible, fantastic entertainment, the parents are all talking about the show. Well Done ! Donna D Shirenewton
Just a line to thank you for that fantastic party, the kids are all talking about it, can't wait til the next one .
Regards Ted Bishop Chelsea
FANTASTIC! what an evening , a special thanks to Peter for his extra special efforts , the guests loved it.
Julian 1st Call Events
Hi RussellA SUPERB evening of entertainment !, every guest had a ball, your performers were just fantastic , many many thanks.
Katie KDM Events
What the Stars said
" You've a sure hand with that whip! Thank Goodness! Mr Terry Wogan
" Superb! I nearly wet myself ! Unique act and you beat the Germans ! Fantastic
Ms Charlotte Church The Charlotte Church Show
" Unbelievable , do that again !! Chris Evans
Stunning! that Giraffe is just so much fun ! Jenny Agutter ( Yep! that Jenny Agutter !!!! )
Fantastic ! ! Kylie took me all the way home Mr Rolph Harris ( Yep THAT Rolph Harris!!!)
You freaked me out with those characters , I haven't laughed so much since Brighton! Fat Boy Slim .
" I've never been so scared in my life!! NUTS TV presenter John Hallcombe .
Media comments :
FANTASTIC ! again, you were superb, the organisation and presentation were first class, and your original ideas just kept the event bubbling
Emma, Media Wales Event Team .
Whatever the event we are here to help, whether you are searching for a venue or struggling with the logistics, our event management experience, industry contacts and original ideas will lift the event to the top of the tree.
This is Athens only 6 Star Hotel where we staged a fire show and after party
entertainment for Creek Shipping millionaires .It was so posh they arrived by
yacht !!!
We
did the first Cornbury and last year too, it grows and grows
Show Specifications and Event Guide This page is to assist you in ensuring that the show will fit the venue you have in mind.
Legal bit
All our performers have Public Liability insurance/ Equity Membership and all acts will have been Risk Assessed, copies of which are available on confirmation . Please let us know if you need to see the CRB's as legally no copies can be sent prior to the event and must be checked to your satisfaction on the day. All electrical equipment is PAT tested and fire fighting equipment is included for all fire shows.
Circus Shows
We don't need a Big Top and we can bring our own "Little Top" with us, but it's always nice when we perform in them, a solo show needs a minimum stage area of approximately 5 metres by 3 metres with audience seated on the floor. Lighting doesn't have to be special but we need to be able to see! We bring self powered PAT tested mini Radio PA systems and music when required. For larger audiences 200 + we will want to patch our radio mike system into the resident PA system. We can supply Big Tops, party marquees, workshop tents and gazebo's if required.
Whip Shows
For a full on whip cracking demo and show we need ROOM...... A 5 metre ceiling height and 10 metre square performance area are minimum, although we do have and use shorter whips (ask Peter about the Terry Wogan and Fremantle Show!) if necessary, although it limits the tricks/ stunts and running time
Fire Shows
Where appropriate we utilise our own music, where original scores are to be used, rehearsal times and cost have to be vectored in. A site visit is always preferred to ensure a performance "fit" can be made and to allow for proper risk assessments to be carried out. Site visit costs are chargeable from the event organisers
Outside area with a 5 metre cordoned off safety space between the performers and the audience,. if fire whips are included this space will double the performance space needs to be at least 10 metres from any inflammable structure, substance or shrubbery including the stage area or any scenery
We bring fire extinguishers, fire blankets and first aid equipment to all our shows. Some ground scorching will occur. Ensure you have the land lord/ owners, local councils permission BEFORE booking a fire show.
Workshops
You need at least a hall the size of a badminton court for 15 students and preferable two courts for 25 , more preferably., especially if unicycling or whips are required. Mini workshops can be pared down if required . We can supply workshop shelters, marquees and party tents if required.
Walkabout Entertainment
Ensure you have the local authorities permission for any parade before we start! For some characters that have limited vision or are on tall stilts , we will supply a "minder" or you will need to supply a "designated safety steward" to ensure their safety on the streets. Please let us know if you are unable to provide so that we can arrange cover.
Bookings abroad
Exotic venues have a certain appeal! We enjoyed Athens so much and our shows in Hong Kong got cancelled because of the SARS scare, Get us out there, provide accommodation/food and we will go :-)
The event organiser will cover all travel costs including airport parking charges and transfer costs, excess luggage charges for equipment and performance costumes, hotel accommodation food. Health insurance/ treatment and repatriation costs must be covered in non EU countries.
Fuel :( Fire Shows) _ the equivalent of Premier paraffin to be supplied by the organiser on site, Sufficient to be supplied for rehearsal and shows. (allow 2 litres per performer per show) ( Have you tried shipping paraffin ?)
Fire equipment :- To save transport costs, please supply on site 2 * 2 Kg CO2 and 2 standard Dry powder extinguishers plus 2 single bed sized wool blankets, metal buckets and a nearby water supply will be required.
Economy long haul flights are generally unacceptable,
All work visas must be arranged by the sponsor, where special visa or immunization costs are applicable i.e. India etc they are payable to PNC before application.
DISCLAIMER
This information is offered in good faith and as a guide only. It cannot be considered indicative of the requirements or advice for any other performers.Copyright : Pick "N" Mix Circus all rights reserved. Thank You
Unicycle hockey, a mad mans sport! If your interested in learning how to ride one of these amazing contraptions or get involved in one of the most world's most physically demanding sports, please contact Russell.
How it all started, Russ unicycling along the 10 metre sea
wall at Porthcawl many years ago, he taught himself and has gone on to teach
hundreds the secret of this dark art.
Each week, Russ plays unicycle Hockey with a great group from Cardiff that are growing and growing in size, they also compete , if you'd liket o learn how to ride a unicycle and/or play this crazy game, please get in touch with Russ on 01446 740520
Whipcracking
Has been a sport since the Australian Ox Drivers, Italian shepherds and Slovakian Pig herders got bored on the long haul.
Target cutting, one and two handed and musical routines, these formidable tools are things of beauty.
Inspired by Max Faulkner and John Leach, Pete had some part to play in the growth of the sport in the UK having ran the first ever National Whipcracking Conventions, he is only too happy to pass on the skills needed to enjoy this rewarding and spectacular sport. For further information, advice about whip purchase or just to chat ,drop Peter an email on the address below
Fire Whips! Mmmmmmmm
If you can't see exactly what you are after, please still contact us as we are happy to create bespoke characters , acts and costumes on commission or we have many friends that we can recommend and arrange for your event.
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on 44 (0)1446 740520 or mobile 44 (0)7774 448741
Russell
or 44 (0)1446 747176 or mobile 44 (0)7875 826773 Peter
Base address : 103 Broad Street, Barry ,Vale of Glamorgan ,CF62 7AH South Wales., UK