The ESA Excellence Awards aren’t just about recognising the best examples of sponsorship and activation across Europe. They’re also the perfect excuse for our industry to let their collective hair down, meet up with old and new friends and enjoy a great evening of entertainment. And what a line up we’ve got for the 2015 Awards!!
Pierre Novellie
Pierre Novellie was born in Johannesburg in South Africa but moved to the Isle of Man when he was a boy. He is one of the best up-and-coming comedians in the United Kingdom – he’s been a panellist on BBC Radio 4’s The Rest is History; he was a guest on the‘Joke Thieves’ pilot for BBC Two; he opened for Gary Delaney on his latest tour, and has written for television on Adam Buxton’s Shed of Christmas.
Pierre’s 2015 Edinburgh show, Pierre Novellie is Anxious Peter, saw The Scotsman, Chortle, The List and Broadway Baby (among others) all giving it 4 stars.
DJ Philly
DJ Philly is one of London’s highest profile professional female DJs and has performed at a multitude of top London clubs including Ministry of Sound, ChinaWhite and Fabric, as well as countless high profile events, fashion parties and high-end hotels around the globe.
Some well known faces DJ Philly has performed for include Alison Goldfrapp, Johnny Depp, Sienna Miller, Josh Hartnett, the Black Eyed Peas, Alexander McQueen, George Michael and Orlando Bloom.
Jazz Vegas
Jasz Vegas holds a varied and impressive skill set and recognizes that the real magic is in the eyes and the memories of the people that she performs to. This allows her to focus on creating the most incredible moments with everyday objects like cards, coins and bank notes.
Brazilian Dance Troupe
Brazilian Dance Troupe are a London based group of professional Brazilian dancers. They specialise in Samba and Brazilian dance styles including Brazilian Axé, Capoeira, Afro Brazilian Dance and Baile Funk. Brazilian Dance Troupe have performed stunning Brazilian dance shows for many high profile clients, including Take That and The BRIT Awards, and have also recently won the top prize of Brazillian Dance Performers of the Year 2015 at the prestigious Latin UK Awards.
Yann R
Yann is a digital and close-up magician based in Paris and London. He is one of the worlds most creative magicians and performs modern and innovative close-up and digital magic with bespoke tricks and routines, and will amaze you with his iPad magic!
The London String Quartet
Made up of 4 highly skilled, classically trained musicians with a wealth of performance experience both at home and abroad, The London String Quartet have played in a huge variety of different musical settings and prestigious venues such as The Royal Albert and Royal Festival Halls. Their repertoire spans across a variety of genres from classical favorites to the latest chart hits.