Quick Change Artists drive from UK to Sweden to fulfill Paper Conference Event!

The International Quick Change Artists have just returned after a very long road trip to Sweden! Since the volcanic eruption and the problems with the flights occurring close to this last event the costume change artists - Keelan and Charlotte decided it would be safer to make alternative travel arrangements in order to ensure they made it to the Paper Conference in time for their performance at the gala dinner.

Keelan and Charlotte set off from the UK on Friday night to catch the overnight ferry from Harwich to Hoek of Holland, then drove from Holland to Gothenburg, North Sweden on Saturday totally 13 hours drive. The event was held on Monday night in the SAS Radisson Hotel combined with the dinner in an old style restaurant come theatre which was 200 years old. The Quick Change Artists performed after the main course for the guests and the theme of "Change" was one that was very happy to be taken on after much controversy surrounding the recent paper strikes in Sweden. The delegates enjoyed the show and expressed their amazement when the Quick Change Artists got to meet some of them after the event.

Shortly after the Quick Change Performance, Keelan and Charlotte headed back onto the road in order to catch the Tuesday overnight ferry back to the UK.

Despite the extremely long road trip, when it should have been a very short flight, the Quick Change Artists appreciated a change from the normal "airport routine" and got to drive across 4 different countries and saw the more scenic route of them all!

Hocus Pocus - Cairo Magic Show featuring Quick Change Artists - April 10

Keelan and Charlotte the Costume Change Artists were delighted to be invited back to Cairo to perform for Events Plus in their second Magic Show in Cairo. The Quick Change Artists performed at the first ever magic show in Cairo organised by the same company last April which was a fabulous show and the Quick Change Artists met some legends of magic.

The second Magic Show was scheduled to be held in December, and the Quick Change Act were disappointed when they were informed that the show had been cancelled due to the Swine Flu outbreak. Government regulations had banned all large scale public events to reduce the risk of the infection spreading. Keelan and Charlotte were informed that the show would be postponed until 2010.

Thankfully when the dates had been decided for the shows in 2010 – Keelan and Charlotte were not already booked like some of the other acts that were due to appear in the show who were forced to pull out of the show. The Cairo Magic Show was sponsored by Mobinil and of the 6 shows the Quick Change Artists were performing in, 2 of these were booked out by clients and employees of the Mobile Phone network. The other 3 shows were open to the public through ticket sales and the sixth show was a charity event that was held for 1500 Egyptian orphans who were invited to come and watch the show for free.

The Egyptian crowd are very appreciative audience and responded well to all of the acts. The Quick Change Artists were closing the show with their spectacular Costume Change Act. Opening the show was German Magician – Tim Marc, followed by Comedy Magician – Michael Finney, then expert manipulator Danny Cole from the USA, then Scottish Dark Comedian Magicians – Barry and Stuart. The entire cast of entertainers were a wonderful group and everyone had a fabulous time.

The Cairo Magic Show was really well marketed and there were TV and Radio Adverts and large bill boards all over Cairo advertising the show.

Overall a very successful production show which hopefully will continue to bring the magic to Cairo, Egypt next year as well!

Quick Change for Cricket Team - India – Mumbai – April 10

A very quick and last minute trip came up for International Costume Change Artists Keelan and Charlotte, as they were invited only several days prior to the event to perform at a prestigious event in Mumbai. They did not know who they were performing for until they reached Mumbai earlier this month. Upon arrival they were told they would be performing for the Indian Cricket Team. Seeing as Cricket is India’s number one sport it was the equivalent of performing of the England Football team!

The event was held in a 5* Hotel in the centre of Mumbai and the Dress Change Artists were the only International Act but did get to perform alongside one of India’s most talented musicians. It was a real honor for the British Quick Change Artists to perform for the Indian Cricket Team, who they got to meet after the performance. They were a fantastic crowd and the event was a private one sponsored by a telecommunications network. The Quick Change Artists stayed one night in Mumbai before jetting back to London to catch their next flight to Cairo.

Quick Change for Trade Shows - Leipzig – Germany – March 10

Quick Change Artists had a brief but eventful trip to Germany this month. Keelan and Charlotte were booked to perform for the final night farewell dinner of a technology trade show event held at the Convention Centre in Leipzig.

The show went down very well considering complications with the luggage arriving extremely late from Berlin and putting the show in jeopardy. After all the stress it was worth while in the end as the 2000 strong crowd erupted with applause during the performance showing their appreciation for the amazing fast costume change act.

Quick Change Artists Return to India – March 10

Returning to India for the second time in March – Costume Change Act – Keelan and Charlotte were booked to perform at another 2 private birthday functions. The events were spectacular – the venues were decked out from floor to ceiling with decorations and the shows were comprised of many Indian artists. The Quick Change Artists were the only International act to appear at either of the private parties so felt privileged to perform for the guests.

Quick Change in New York City – March 10

Keelan and Charlotte – International Quick Change Artists were very excited to be heading to the other side of the pond and perform in New York City. One of the few places they had not been before. They took a couple of extra days to explore the city after they performed their incredible Quick Change Act for a private event held for a Sweet 16^th Birthday Party.

The event was held in a nightclub and was a total surprise for the birthday girl who had no idea about the party. The Quick Change Artists were joined by an American singer and some stars from Broadway to entertain the 150 teenage guests.

The Costume Change Artists had an amazing time in the USA and hope to be heading out there again soon!

International Quick Change at Shree Cement India – Feb 10

Quick Change Artists – Keelan and Charlotte return to India yet again, to perform for one of the largest cement companies in India. Shree Cement were holding 2 private events for their clients and invited employees. The first of the two events was held at the cement plant itself and 20,000 employees were invited to watch the spectacular event. The show was comprised of 3 international acts, as well as Bollywood singers and Dancers and the winners of India’s Got Talent. The Quick Change Artists were excited to perform for such a large crowd – the equivalent of a music concert. Their amazing costume change show was very well received by the large crowd.

The second show was a much more intimate affair – being held in a 300 seat theatre. This show was mainly for the clients of Shree Cement and was invited guests. Keelan and Charlotte had a great time performing in India and got to meet some other International artists while out there. The trip co-insided with the Indian festival of colours. The quick change act which is full of bright colours and changing costumes was a perfect warm up for the eve of the colours festival and very well received by the theatre crowd.

Costume Change Performance at Equate 2009 – Kuwait – Feb 10

Whilst on their fleeting trip to Kuwait – Keelan and Charlotte – amazing Quick Change Artists were able to squeeze in a second performance of their super fast dress change act at the annual “Equate” Awards. The awards are given to employees of the company celebrating their performance, achievements and excellence for 2009! As part of the entertainment schedule The Quick Change Artists were invited to perform for the 800 guests attending the event in the Mariott Hotel, Kuwait City.

Both the audience and the clients were ecstatic with the costume change performances given by Keelan Leyser and Charlotte Marie.