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Black-Tie Events

Gala Dinner
Entertainment

Sophisticated entertainment for charity galas, corporate dinners, and black-tie events. From live music and DJs to casino tables and themed décor.

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Gala Dinner Entertainment

Sophisticated entertainment that elevates your gala from a dinner to an unforgettable experience.

Live Music & DJs

Jazz quartets, string ensembles, and live bands for drinks reception. Professional DJs for the after-dinner party.

Casino Entertainment

Professional casino tables with trained croupiers. Roulette, blackjack, and poker for an exciting post-dinner experience.

Theming & Décor

Transform any venue with themed décor, LED furniture, centrepieces, lighting design, and atmospheric styling.

Catering Coordination

Work with your venue or our catering partners to deliver exceptional dining experiences, from canapés to five-course menus.

Photo & Video

Professional photography, magic mirror photobooths, and videography to capture every moment of your gala.

Full Event Management

End-to-end coordination including venue sourcing, table plans, entertainment scheduling, and on-the-night management.

What's Included

Venue sourcing & site visits
Table plan & seating coordination
Entertainment scheduling & run sheets
Professional lighting & sound
Themed décor & centrepieces
Photography & videography
On-the-night event coordinator
Full setup & breakdown

Gala Dinner Packages

From elegant entertainment to full black-tie production.

Classic

From £2,000

  • Professional DJ
  • Lighting design
  • Photobooth
  • Event coordination
  • Setup & breakdown
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Prestige

From £4,500

  • Everything in Classic
  • Live music (drinks reception)
  • Casino tables
  • Themed décor
  • Photography
  • Table plan coordination
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Black Tie

Custom

  • Everything in Prestige
  • Full venue theming
  • Multiple live acts
  • Videography
  • Complete event management
  • Bespoke entertainment
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What Our Clients Say

Our charity gala raised more than ever. The casino tables and live band created the perfect atmosphere for a generous crowd.

Victoria Palmer

Fundraising Director, Charity, London

Forte handled everything for our annual dinner — from the jazz quartet to the after-party DJ. Absolutely seamless.

Richard Hayes

Managing Partner, Law Firm, Oxford

The theming was stunning. Our guests couldn't believe the transformation. Forte made our vision a reality.

Catherine Brooks

Events Manager, Corporate, Birmingham

Gala Dinner FAQs

What entertainment works best for a gala dinner?
We typically recommend live music during the drinks reception and dinner, followed by a DJ and optional casino tables for the after-dinner entertainment. We tailor the entertainment flow to your schedule.
Can you theme the entire venue?
Absolutely. From table centrepieces and LED furniture to full venue transformations with draping, lighting, and scenic design. We handle everything.
Do you work with charity events?
Yes — we have extensive experience with charity galas and fundraising dinners. We can incorporate auction entertainment, pledge moments, and fundraising elements.
What size events can you handle?
From intimate dinners of 40 guests to large-scale galas of 500+. We scale our production and staffing to match your event size.
Can you coordinate with our venue?
Of course. We work closely with venue teams on logistics, timings, power requirements, and load-in schedules to ensure a smooth event.
How far in advance should we book?
For gala dinners, we recommend 8-12 weeks, especially during the busy Christmas season. Simpler entertainment packages can be arranged in 4-6 weeks.

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