Minimum Approximately 2m x 2m (6.5ft x 6.5ft) clear space.
1 x power socket (more preferable)
Dressing room preferable
Load-in/Setup Time: 1 hour before performance
Soft drinks
Travel is charged from Thomas's home address
Travel time supplement is £10 per hour (if total travel time is over 2h)

Yes, completely self contained. I bring a PA system to all gigs as well as a simple lighting rig.

Exact address and any specific directions to find the venue. Instructions for accessing the performance area, including:
Parking availability (e.g., free or paid parking, proximity to the venue). Designated loading/unloading areas for equipment. Stage Information: Size and layout of the stage or performance area. Is there a raised stage, or is the performance area floor-level? Power Availability: Number and location of power outlets. Equipment: Is there a house PA system, mixer, and monitors available? Sound Limiters: Is there a sound limiter? If so: What is the decibel (dB) limit? What happens if the limit is exceeded (e.g., power cut-off)?

Yes, very happy to play music from Spotify before, after and between sets. Happy to choose the music for you or let the you choose the music.

I have to say The Newcastle Arena on 4th February 2024 - because, on stage in front of thousands of people, my fiancée and singing duo partner proposed! (And I said yes).

My Diva Show celebrates a range of my favourite "Girl Power" artists who have all inspired me! I sometimes feature THREE songs by Shania Twain - I grew up wishing I could be her! Alan's Morissette always energises me - that's why I do a tribute to her. Sophie Ellis-Bexter's "Murder on the Dancefloor" is probably the song most people comment on how similar I sound.

I've come at gigging from a Theatre background - with a degree at Goldsmiths University and teaching drama and performing arts to college students in the South East. I really wanted to take the professional theatre experience and condense it down into a show that is suitable to perform in any venue. So, whether its my Diva Show, my Tribute to Alanis Morissette, or a cabaret "Songs from the Stage and Screen" set - there is always a focus not just on vocal performance, but on movement, audience interaction and that engaging live experience. I've performed and taught across the UK at many weddings, parties and events - as a soloist, duo and fronting a band.

Honestly, there are a handful of small, local pubs that I just adore. I always get such a warm reception and they appreciate me being there every time - it's magical. But I can't deny, it is always special putting the soundtrack to someone's Wedding or special Birthday!

A celebration of the best Divas out there - those still performing and those who have hung up their microphones. The perfect blend of big bold and beautiful, with soulful sensitive and sincere. Lots to dance to, lots of sing-along moments!

Load-in/Setup Time: 1 hour before performance
Load-out/Pack Down Time: 40 mins
Performance times are usually 2 x 45 minutes
Extra charges may apply when time of return is midnight to 2am.

I’m happy to play outside but I ask for shade, a flat level surface and a power supply close to the performance area. If there is no power, I have a battery powered PA system which I can bring. This must be requested in advance.

I can learn specific songs before the event but I usually limit this to 5 songs and they must give me at least 2 weeks notice. The clients are welcome to pick a set list from my repertoire or let me use my wealth of experience to choose the music for them.

Here's a testimonial from a recent client: "We've had Diva Jo perform at our cocktail bar and bistro 6 times this year! Each time she has been nothing short of outstanding. I'm known as a chef for my attention for detail and insistence on quality - she is one of the most professional people I've ever met and her singing is simply amazing. She can read a crowd and creates the perfect atmosphere in any venue. All our customers absolutely love her and highly praise her." - One Down, Redcar (2024)