When you want to create a truly unforgettable event, you need something with that ‘wow factor’. Something that will have your guests doing a double take. Not believing what they’ve walked into.
Aerial silks, lyra, and pole artistry offer that exact jaw-dropping, luxury aesthetic. However, many event organizers and corporate planners quickly hit a roadblock. They assume that to host an aerialist, the venue needs appropriate rigging – not necessarily true.
If you are planning an event in Newcastle, the Hunter Valley, or Lake Macquarie, you can skip the logistical headache entirely. An artist on a stage pole with or without the lollipop attachment is your answer. Zero ceiling attachments required.
Here is everything you need to know about how this setup works and how it can elevate your next function.
The Logistics: What Planners Need to Know
The beauty of a freestanding stage and rig is its simplicity. It allows you to transform a standard function room into a dynamic performance space amongst your guests.
To bring this setup to your Newcastle event, the space only needs to meet two simple requirements:
• The Ceiling Clearance: A minimum ceiling height of 3.3 metres.
• The Footprint: A flat, stable, and level floor space of roughly 3×3 metres gives the base a perfectly secure foundation.
Because the unit is entirely self-supporting, it takes up minimal floor real estate while maximizing the vertical space in the room. It can be set up easily before your guests arrive and packed down without leaving a single trace behind.
Ambient Performance & Feature Acts
Depending on the timeline of your evening, a freestanding setup can be utilized in two distinct ways:
• Ambient “Living Decor” (The Lollipop Lyra): By attaching a circular hoop (lyra) to the top of the pole, it becomes a “lollipop”. This is the ultimate option for cocktail hours or guest arrivals. The performance is ambient and continuous, acting as a mesmerizing visual backdrop while guests mingle, sip champagne, and take photos.
• The 3–5 Minute Feature Act: If you need a high-energy moment to break up corporate presentations, open the dance floor, or kick off an awards night, a dedicated feature act is perfect. This is a choreographed, high-skill routine set to a specific track that commands 100% of the room’s attention.
What if the Venue Does Have Rigging?
If you happen to book a venue with existing, certified overhead rigging points; such as certain spaces within the NEX, the Newcastle City Hall, or repurposed industrial venues in Wickham and Carrington, then we can take things even higher.
With certified venue rigging, the options expand to traditional silks and aerial hoops, allowing for sweeping, high-altitude drops and dynamics. But if those points aren’t available, your guests won’t miss out on a thing. The freestanding pole and lollipop setup delivers the exact same elite athletic artistry on a localized level.
Let’s Customise Your Event
From sleek, high-end corporate branding to vintage Great Gatsby glamour, the costuming and performance style can be seamlessly tailored to match your event’s theme.
Not sure if your chosen Newcastle venue fits the bill? Let’s figure it out together. Send through the venue name or a quick photo of the space, and we can map out exactly how to bring stunning, high-flying entertainment to your guests.