Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Event Entertainment Solutions
Founded in 2005 by industry veterans Daniel Tusia and Louise Creighton, Applause Entertainment has established itself as Australia's premier provider of bespoke event entertainment solutions. Our expertise spans corporate events, private celebrations, and national experiential marketing campaigns, delivering unforgettable experiences through a curated network of performers and creative professionals. With over 40 years combined experience in the events industry, we combine artistic flair with operational precision to create tailored entertainment concepts that exceed client expectations. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through our ability to adapt to evolving client needs while maintaining rigorous quality standards across all 8 Australian states and territories.Backed by partnerships with leading national brands and a proven track record in managing complex multi-state activations, we provide end-to-end event solutions supported by dedicated project management and comprehensive compliance frameworks. Our team's deep industry knowledge ensures every event achieves maximum audience engagement through carefully curated entertainment experiences that align with brand objectives and event themes.
Services
Event Management
Themed Entertainment
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Experiential Marketing
Murder Mystery Nights
Character Performers
Team Building Activities
National Campaigns
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20 years' experience delivering successful events nationwide
- Personalised entertainment curation by industry experts
- Extensive network of professional performers and suppliers
- Nationwide service across all Australian states/territories
- Proven track record with major national brands
What people say
Unforgettable experiences
Professional performers
Creative themes
Seamless execution
High engagement
Services
Corporate Event Management
Our corporate event specialists create engaging experiences for conferences, product launches, and team-building functions. We combine creative entertainment with logistical expertise to deliver branded experiences that align with business objectives. Clients benefit from our established supplier network and 20 years' experience managing high-profile corporate functions nationwide.
Themed Entertainment
We design immersive themed environments ranging from 1920s speakeasies to futuristic sci-fi experiences. Our themed packages include character performers, set design, and customised activities that transform venues into captivating environments. Each theme can be adapted for corporate or private settings with scalable production elements.
Murder Mystery Nights
Our interactive murder mystery productions feature professional actors and custom scripts tailored to client preferences. Available as standalone events or additions to larger functions, these experiences encourage guest participation through role-playing and clue-solving activities. We offer both traditional dinner theatre formats and modern team-based variations.
National Campaigns
We execute multi-city marketing campaigns for major brands with consistent quality control across locations. Our services include staff training, compliance management, and centralised reporting for national retail promotions and product launches. Clients benefit from our established logistics network and local supplier partnerships.
Character Performers
Our diverse performer roster includes costumed characters, impersonators, and specialty acts suitable for events of all sizes. From historical figures to contemporary pop culture characters, our performers engage audiences through interactive experiences. All acts come with appropriate safety certifications and performance equipment.
People
Daniel Tusia
Creative Director
With 30+ years in performing arts and event management, Daniel combines creative vision with business strategy. He oversees all creative productions and performer development programs.
Louise Creighton
National Projects Manager
A 25-year events industry veteran specialising in national retail campaigns. Louise manages large-scale activations and maintains key client relationships with major Australian brands.
Joshua Service
Entertainment Consultant
20-year entertainment industry specialist known for innovative event concepts. He curates unique performer combinations and develops custom entertainment solutions for high-profile clients.
Questions
What types of events does Applause Entertainment specialise in?
We specialise in corporate events, private parties, and national experiential marketing campaigns. Our expertise includes themed entertainment, murder mystery nights, team building activities, and brand activation events across Australia.
Do you provide services outside major cities?
Yes, we service all Australian states and territories including regional areas. Our national network allows us to deliver consistent quality entertainment experiences in both metropolitan and remote locations.
How far in advance should I book entertainment?
We recommend booking 3-6 months in advance for major events, though we can accommodate shorter timelines depending on availability. Early booking ensures better performer selection and cost efficiency.
Can you customise entertainment for specific themes?
Yes, our creative team specialises in custom theme development. We can adapt existing concepts or create entirely new themes tailored to your brand identity and event objectives.
What's included in your event management service?
Our comprehensive service includes entertainment curation, logistics coordination, on-site management, technical production, and post-event reporting. We handle all aspects to ensure seamless execution.
Are your performers professionally trained?
All our performers are professional artists with industry experience. We maintain rigorous quality standards and provide necessary safety certifications for all entertainment offerings.
Reviews (5)
Marketing CUDesign
Jan 24, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Applause Entertainment went above and beyond to help us when our booking with a different company was cancelled on the same day as our event. It ended up being a fantastic night and everyone thoroughly enjoyed playing along. We are beyond grateful for Applause for their quick thinking and fantastic murder mystery. 10/10!
Applause Entertainment went above and beyond to help us when our booking with a different company was cancelled on the same day as our event. It ended up being a fantastic night and everyone thoroughly enjoyed playing along. We are beyond grateful for Applause for their quick thinking and fantastic murder mystery. 10/10!
Gulsah Tankir
Jan 16, 2022
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We used Applause Entertainment for our work Christmas Party. We unfortunately had left our Christmas Party to the last minute due to Covid. We had 3 amazing entertainers and they made our night! Our singer, our magician and caricaturist were nothing but brilliant. We use Applause Entertainment for all of our functions and will definitely continue to do so. Daniel you are fantastic to deal with. Thank you for putting together your fantastic performers within a day. Once again thank you to you and your team! Cannot wait to book in our next performers for our next event with you.
K. Y.
Jan 06, 2022
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We hired a Santa for our Christmas event at the Melbourne Zoo through Applause last minute (two days before the event)! They were very helpful and prompt in communication (via email and call to confirm the arrangement). Santa who appeared on site was a delight! He kids loved him, he was telling them stories, involving and interacting with the children while handing out presents (which we organised). He was prompt (early) to the organised time. Thank you so much!
Rubes K.
Nov 06, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
From start to finish, applause were amazing with helping me organise my friends bachelorette event! Drag queen bingo was an absolute hit and we all had so much fun, Id highly recommend booking them for an event if you want both seamless correspondence and amazing entertainment
From start to finish, applause were amazing with helping me organise my friends bachelorette event! Drag queen bingo was an absolute hit and we all had so much fun, Id highly recommend booking them for an event if you want both seamless correspondence and amazing entertainment
Rebecca Harrison
Oct 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
Cannot fault the service we received from the Applause Entertainment team. The set up process was easy, and the event itself was beyond expectations. Thank you to Charlotte who ran our event. She was professional and hilarious, ensuring we all had an amazing evening.
Cannot fault the service we received from the Applause Entertainment team. The set up process was easy, and the event itself was beyond expectations. Thank you to Charlotte who ran our event. She was professional and hilarious, ensuring we all had an amazing evening.
