Ian Marchant can perform stage shows, street shows and walkabout entertainment in a variety of settings. Having performed in cabaret, aboard cruise ships, at gala dinners and private parties he can adapt his show to (almost) any situation.
His stage shows are full of high skill, comedy and unique feats and turns. Using everyday objects such as hats, walking sticks, newspaper, crockery, hats and spoons Mr Ian Marchant will perform a variety of Vaudevillian skills to amaze and amuse. This can be done in two ways either as a patter stand up style act or a silent act to music. Shows can be any length up to 30 minutes.
Mr Ian Marchant's walkabout is a roaming well -dressed man, with many different short shows, routines and tricks all in one bag. You choose what you want to be entertained with from the items on offer then sit back relax and enjoy what unfolds in front of your eyes. The best bit you don't even have to move Mr Ian Marchant will bring the show to you. Perfect as an ice breaker at any event, works indoors and outdoors, you can expect lots of skill, fun, audience participation and above all lots of laughter.
“Dressed for Dinner” is a madcap silent variety spectacular Mr Ian Marchant will perform unique turns with many different everyday objects. He will demonstrate classic vaudevillian feats of skill, mime, physical comedy and there will be plenty of audience participation, all wrapped up in a dinner suit, bow tie and a smart pair of shoes.
Hats will be juggled, tablecloths will be pulled, crockery will be caught, walking sticks will be balanced, spoons will be flipped, nothing and nobody is safe from being used in this show. This silent show is perfect for all ages and situations and can be performed almost anywhere. Originally devised as an outdoor performance “Dressed for Dinner” has now been adapted for indoor performance.
Spinning nine plates at once Mr Ian Marchant will have you on the edge of your seat with excitement. This fast-paced routine is perfect for any occasions be it an after-dinner cabaret, a gala performance, a TV show or a conference. If the plate spinning is not enough for you don’t fret as there will be many other clever feats and tricks are performed along the way.
Alongside this act being highly entertaining, it can also be used to get across a message. Many times, this act has been used in a business setting to illustrate the ideas of having lots to do, looking after many projects at once or dealing with lots of variables…. basically, how to keep all the plates spinning and not let them drop!
The skill can also be performed as a static installation and has been used in the past at tradeshows and events to get people interested in stands and products.
Mr Ian Marchant is one of only a handful of performers to still be performing Plate Spinning today and is one of the most sought-after in the UK
