ENTERTAINMENT & PROGRAMMING

Q: What types of entertainment do you provide for events?

Anything but boring. From live music, DJs, roving performers, and circus acts to cultural showcases and family-friendly fun, we create entertainment that surprises, excites, and connects. We also design custom activations and experiences that push boundaries and make your event unforgettable.

Q: Can you book live bands and performers?

Yes. We work with both local and national talent and take care of everything, from booking and contracts to logistics and artist management, so you get the perfect acts without the stress.

Q: Do you handle stage setup and audio-visual equipment?

Yes. We can manage the full production, including staging, sound, lighting, and crew, so your performers look and sound their absolute best. We also believe the right technical production can be a show within itself, our in house creative technical director is here to help you reach the highest impact possible.

Q: Can you arrange DJs and sound systems?

Absolutely. Whether you're after a headline DJ to get the crowd dancing or background live music vibes to set the mood, we can arrange both the talent and the sound systems to match your event style.

Q: Do you provide entertainment for different event sizes?

Yes. From intimate gatherings to large-scale festivals and corporate productions, we scale entertainment to suit your audience and venue - always with maximum impact.

Q: Can you coordinate multiple entertainment acts?

Yes - and we love doing it. We handle scheduling, stage management, and artist liaison so multiple acts flow seamlessly, keeping your audience engaged from start to finish.

Q: What entertainment options work best for corporate events?

We tailor our programming to your audience, curating acts that will leave the greatest impact for them and your event. Whether it's live music, cultural showcases, interactive experiences, or something completely unexpected, we design entertainment that stands out from the standard corporate formula.

Entertainment That Elevates Every Event

EVENT ENTERTAINMENT & PROGRAMMING

Your Event, Elevated by the Right Talent

Entertainment is more than simply an add-on; it is the core of a genuinely memorable event. Whether you’re looking for a show-stopping headlining act, local cultural performers, or an engaging speaker lineup, our team will select and provide entertainment that connects with your audience and enriches every aspect of your event.

Fruitbowl keep on the cutting edge of new and engaging programming to ensure you never get bored. Every performance is carefully chosen to complement your vision, audience, and budget, giving your event the wow factor it deserves.

Our Entertainment & Programming services include:

Talent Sourcing & Booking
Headline Artists, Cultural Acts, Roving Performers & DJs
Kids Entertainment & Family Programming
Speakers, MCs & Panel Moderators
Scheduling & Run Sheet Development
Artist Liaison & Contract Negotiation
Travel, Accommodation & Rider Management
Stage Management & Technical Cue Integration

We work nationally, providing bespoke programming solutions for local governments, festivals, conferences, corporate customers, and community events all around Australia.

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COMPREHENSIVE ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES

Entertainment that hits the right note

We specialise in entertainment programming for:

Corporate Events & Conferences – From Melbourne CBD boardrooms to large- scale conference venues such as MCEC, Crown Palladium and The Glasshouse.
Cultural Celebrations – Programming multicultural festivals across Melbourne’s diverse communities including Lunar New Year, Glendi, Diwali and major council-run celebrations.
Seasonal Activations & Placemaking – Creating atmosphere for Melbourne’s most-loved seasonal moments including Christmas activations, public-space entertainment, twilight markets and summer series events.
Gala Dinners & Awards Nights – Designing premium entertainment experiences for Melbourne-based awards nights, charity galas and black-tie corporate functions.

These specialisations reflect our deep understanding of Event Programming in Melbourne, paired with decades of experience curating talent for high-profile business, community and government events.

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Why Choose Fruitbowl for Event Entertainment in Melbourne?

Experience-led planning, handpicked talent, and flawless execution.

Choosing the right entertainment partner can transform your event from good to unforgettable. Fruitbowl brings more than 28 years of entertainment industry experience to every project, offering trusted Event Entertainment in Melbourne solutions that are seamless, creative and professionally delivered.

What sets us apart:

Out the box thinking – ensuring unique and exciting programming for your event
A vast network of Melbourne-based and national talent across all genres
Full-service entertainment design, booking and management
Proven track record delivering entertainment for major councils, universities, corporate brands and large-scale public events
Deep knowledge of Melbourne venues, staging requirements and technical specifications
End-to-end production integration through our sister company, Nextgen AV
Transparent processes, strong supplier relationships and reliable, consistent delivery

When you work with Fruitbowl, you gain an entertainment partner who understands the creative, cultural and logistical layers of Entertainment Services in Melbourne.

Our Entertainment Booking and Management Process

Simple, reliable, and expertly managed from start to finish.

Our structured approach ensures every element of your entertainment program is carefully planned, managed and executed.

Initial Consultation & Brief Development – Understanding your event, audience, vision and budget.
Talent Research & Recommendations – Tailored shortlists curated by our programming specialists.
Availability Checks & Booking Confirmation – Managing communication with artists, agents and managers.
Contract Negotiation & Technical Requirements – Ensuring clarity around deliverables and logistical needs.
Travel, Accommodation & Rider Management – Coordinating all performer logistics.
Rehearsal & Sound Check Scheduling – Integrating smoothly with your run sheet and technical plan.
On-Site Show Management – Artist liaison, stage management and technical cue delivery.
Post-Event Feedback & Review – Continuous improvement and future planning.

This process ensures every aspect of your Entertainment Services in Melbourne experience is streamlined and stress-free.

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Success Stories and Featured Entertainment

Real events, standout performances, and proven results.

Our entertainment programs have featured at some of Melbourne’s most recognised events, festivals and public activations.

From high-energy roving performers to cultural headliners, corporate showcases and family entertainment zones, we deliver tailored programming that captures attention and elevates the guest experience.

Featured examples include:

Firelight Festival – We engaged and worked with artists to create a huge fire sculpture to be the centrepiece of the event, accompanied by a choreographed fire display.
Oakleigh Glendi – We have worked with international greek headline acts multiple years in a row, bringing in record crowds and people from all over Melbourne to this beloved event.
Premier’s Multicultural Gala Dinner – We coordinated a stage program for the evening celebrating dozens of unique cultures, as well as a teas and coffees of the world activation in the foyer for people to engage with different cultures offerings and celebrate what connects us.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of entertainment do you provide for events?

A full range including live music, cultural acts, DJs, roving performers, kids entertainment, speakers, MCs and more.

Can you book live bands and performers?

Yes — we source and book bands, duos, soloists, headline acts and specialty performers.

Do you handle stage setup and audio-visual equipment?

Yes — through our in-house AV team we coordinate all staging, audio and technical cue integration.

Can you arrange DJs and sound systems?

Absolutely. We provide full DJ packages including equipment, playlists and technical support.

Do you provide entertainment for different event sizes?

Yes — from intimate corporate luncheons to 30,000+ attendee festivals.

Can you coordinate multiple entertainment acts?

Yes — we manage complex multi-stage programming and back-to-back performance schedules.

What entertainment options work best for corporate events?

Typically MCs, keynote speakers, live bands, roving entertainers, specialty performers and event-hosting talent. If you’re ready for something out the box and exciting, Fruitbowl can also bring on some of our teams most creative ideas, tailored to your event and the energy you are aiming to create.

Get Started with Our Entertainment Experts

Whether you’re planning a corporate gala, festival, community celebration or conference, our team is ready to bring your entertainment vision to life.

Speak with our programming specialists today to explore Event Entertainment in Melbourne options that align with your goals, budget and audience experience.