Themes and Shows
Below are some of our most popular themed shows, but don’t forget if you don’t see what you want ring us and book a complimentary meeting with one of our Creative Directors.
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The James Blond Show
Its the glamour event of the season. The worlds richest people are gathered to add even more to their stash. And you’ve been invited to be there to mingle with the “In Crowd”.
A charming host, a huge diamond and the sexiest spy ever. Will you be chosen as a Bond Girl? Have you got what it takes to be an international spy? Will you be able to stop any super villains and their evil plans?
Get shaken and stirred by the best in the the business. His name is Blond, James Blond!
…”It was a fabulous evening. The actors were great – they had me in stitches.”…Ingrid Minett
The Great Boating Challenge
The America’s Cup may be lost but New Zealand still is a a great boating nation. Building your own boat and race it (indoors) under the watchful eye of the commodore. mayhem as the old competitive spirit kicks in as your guests are split into teams and race their boats for international syndicates.
Did you eyes get misty when we won the America’s Cup? Did you bawl like a baby when we lost it? Recapture the glory days with this wonderful event. Teams representing different countries build and decorate their “boat” nominate their Boat’s name and their Captain. Then they race them under the watchful eye of the Race Commodore.
…”We have been delighted with the response and positive feedback we have received from those who attended”… Barbara Strong-MacKinnon, Auckland City Event Organiser
Married to the Mob
The Linguini Family is desperate for their eldest grandchild, to get married. Only problem is every time they get to the alter, the fiance’ gets whacked.
By the end of the night some lucky person will say, “I do”. Capiche?
Dress up in your Mafia best, prizes awarded. Tony, the wedding singer, is an additional entertainment option.
…”the group said they hadn’t laughed so much for ages and it certainly was a memorable night for them”…Dianne Gordon, Langtons on Lincoln
Whose Show is it Anyway?
If you have seen the TV programme ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’ you will love this show! Based on the TV show. We present 1 hour of daring, risque improvisation created by a line-up of 4 talented performers. Our MC controls the mayhem and scoring. A musician is optional and would add the finishing touch.
Ideal for your more informal adult gathering or function where work is the last thing on your mind.
…”thank you for a great evening. Everybody who was there thoroughly enjoyed themselves and I have to say that many a person was laughing so hard that the tears were flowing”…Richard Harris, Aventine
Murder on the High Seas
Guests are invited, even on dry land, to come aboard teh boat to meet the Captain, the Entertainment Officer and the rest of the crew. Guests get to play fun roles (no costumes necessary) and cruise the high seas as a mystery unfolds.
Seasickness pills not included.
…”thank you so much for the fabulous show you put on for us on Friday. Our team were absolutely blown away by the whole evening. You have certainly given us some magical memories”…Julie Hiko, Sovereign
The Great Little Quiz Show
Strain your brain with multiple teasers.
Who are the masterminds in your organisation? Who’s the king of trivia? Over dinner Tables are pitted one against the other in a rapid-fire series of questions which cover a multitude of topics. Not just questions but Pictionary and Charade type activities can be incorporated.
It’ll all finish with the Specialist round where the deadwood have been eliminated and the supreme minds are challenged. We can incorporate questions that are geared towards your companies’ business.
…”The night was a huge hit and the guests thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it…We couldn’t have done it without you”…Kylie, Curtiss & Spence Communications
Indiana Bones and the Lost Treasure
Outdoors, a themed scavenger hunt with events along the way. Auckland Zoo is the perfect venue as your guests get to meet the English Archaeologist, The Snake Man and, of course, Indy himself. Who will find the treasure? BBQ is perfect to accompany
Indy greets the guests and divides them into Teams to compete with each other to find the Lost Treasure. Walk around beautiful grounds, meet the Snake God and learn the Dance of Defiance, find the Barbie Doll of Ra, play a quick game of cricket and all while toasting her Majesty.
A wonderful evening of real atmosphere and surprises.
…”thank you for bringing it all together, keeping me together and raising the standard of our event”…Charmaine Staples, Foodservices
The Sporting World Cup
Choose any sport and spend a night with Quizzes, Shoot outs and Games.
Your Coach will keep you on your toes – Cricket, Rugby, Soccer, Netball. You choose – and we’ll make sure you have a rocking good time. All indoors and pretty silly, you may have to putt over the great Porridge Trap or Scrum with the Blues. Howzat? Are you ashamed you love soccer? How about polo? Or Bowls. Whatever sports you love we’ll theme your social event to match it. “Expert” Sports people and Coaches will conduct a night of friendly competition themed round any sporting event from the Olympics to tiddlywinks.
Survival on treasure Island
Meet your Survivor host and Castaway assistant left on the Island from the first Radio “Survivor” tried out unsuccessfully in 1994. tables are given names (The Titanic Band, The Treasure Troves, The Pacific Pirates, etc.) and become teams who compete with each other to stay in the race.
Over the night the Show Host encourages your guests to carry out a number of tasks like Decorate your emergency beacon. Or the Limerick Competition. The Tribal Dance and Chant or The Fishing Competition and The Auction – where each table has chocolate coins or tokens and bids for useful objects, Matches, Wine, Get Back into Contest For Free Token, etc. and, last but not least, the ever popular Rat Pie Eating Contest.
Golf – The World Challenge
An indoor challenge for your dinner event. Your guests will putt for points, get advice from expert caddies and meet “world famous golfers”. If you love golf but can’t get to the course, we’ll bring the course to you.
We construct an indoor Golf Challenge for any event. It can be a small, simple course – mind out for the porridge trap! – or it can have elaborately themed holes. We’ll work to your budget. Your “pro” golfers are Scottish players who never quite made it onto the international scene they encourage guests to play, keep score and run a golf quiz while entertaining with quips and stories of great golfers they have known. Great for conference or staff parties. Tiger who?
Conducted Walks with Doris Crusher and Family
The loud and eccentric Crusher family are intrepid Safari types who will take the children round the zoo and introduce them to their favourite animals.
One actor Guide to every fifteen children is desirable. 90 minute show.
Story Time with Gypsy Rosa
Rosa will not only tell stories but she will read palms and tarot for the kids (and adults if desired). taking the children to the central lawn she will settle them down for an entertaining session.
Part of this will also be telling the children what they can do in the future to help the planet. At least a one hour show.
Location: Auckland Zoo