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African Drumming offers dynamic live entertainment for corporate events of every size.

From short stage acts to interactive team sessions, our drummers and dancers create experiences that energise the room and bring people together.

Tailored corporate entertainment for any group size

From intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate events, we create live entertainment that fits your vision. Whether you’d like a solo drummer, a full ensemble, or an interactive segment that gets everyone involved, each performance is designed to match your event’s tone and energy.

Our performers are handpicked — from traditional West African drummers and dancers to Latin percussionists, fire twirlers, and marching bands. We deliver dynamic entertainment for staff celebrations, product launches, gala dinners, and client events across Australia and beyond.

Drum & dance ensembles

Our ensembles will fill your events with the fun and energetic spirit of West Africa.
Each show is carefully tailored to your audience – from powerful stage performances to roving percussion that brings the room to life.
You can combine drumming with traditional dance or other percussion styles to create a truly dynamic experience.

Don’t quite need a full band?
Choose your own combination of performers from our superb team of musicians and dancers.

If you’d like to make it interactive, we can include drums and shakers for your guests to play along. The shared rhythm quickly breaks the ice. It’s an experience people talk about long after the event.

Popular BANDS & ENSEMBLES

Check out some standout ensembles from across Australia.

Afro Big Band

5 – 8 Piece
Offering infectiously groovy dance music and high energy stage shows, this versatile and experienced ensemble performs beautiful, driving percussion that can be formatted to include a dance spectacular. Ideal for big events that demand a high impact performance.

Perfect For:
Stage shows, festivals, high profile events.

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Agogo

3 Piece
An ambient African ensemble with lead djembe, bass drums, melodic instruments and song.
Their sweet music captures the uplifting spirit of West Africa and is a favourite when a more gentle melody is required.

Perfect For:
Roving performances, formal functions, smaller events, weddings.

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Kora Ensemble

The beautiful sounds of the kora are perfect for any type of event, whether you are looking for a serene ambiance or energetic rhythms for dancing.

When played in traditional styles, it can resemble flamenco and delta blues guitar techniques.

Perfect for:
Formal functions, stage shows, festivals, parties and weddings.

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Rhythms of Fire

Add a spectacular visual element with a fire show choreographed to the energetic rhythms of West Africa.
The standard outfit is 1 fire artist with 2 drummers. We can tailor an ensemble to suit your event.

Perfect For:
High impact events, indoors or outdoors.

Casablanca Drumming

Up to 8 dancers
From the Middle East: Evocative, hypnotic and sensual – Authentic belly dance driven by the pulsating rhythms of the Middle East

Solo and group shows available.

Perfect for: Roving performances, formal functions, stage shows, festivals, smaller events, weddings.

Samba La Mama

It’s Carnivale time, Ladies and Gentlemen!
Samba La Mama combine pulsating live percussion with fully costumed exotic dancers.
It’s a feast for the eyes and ears as we take you to a high voltage Latin American street Carnival.

Drummers and dancers available individually or as a combined performance.

Perfect for: Roving and stage performances, formal functions, festivals and parades, corporate events, weddings.

See what our clients have to say

“An amazing, high-energy performance that set the tone for an incredible day, keeping everyone engaged and uplifted.”

Eshan, Melbourne University

“Everyone loved the entertainment and the drumming very much. The performers were excellent!”

Chelsea, University of Technology Sydney

“The performances across the day were high energy, and engaging and really made our event this year.”

Katie, City of Melton

“The team of performers were absolutely amazing at our Corporate Event for the team at World Vision. Great energy!”

Claire, World Vision

“We loved the performance at our Christmas Party – it was a lot of fun and extremely well received by our team!”

Rachel, Intrepid Travel

“Everyone LOVED the African Drumming and the interactive entertainment helped bring everyone together for a great cause!”

Marg, Payton Foundation

“Absolutely loved the drumming activity and entertainment for our 800 attendees! It was one of the highlights of the conference.”

Kelsey, Coles Express and Viva

“ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! Exactly what was needed. Your level of customer service creating a surprise was exceptional.”

Sarah D, HR Crowd

FAQs

What types of corporate events do you perform at?

Our African drum and dance performances bring great energy to all kinds of corporate events, from conferences and gala dinners to product launches, award nights, and team days.

Each show is shaped around your audience and setting. You might choose a solo performer, a full ensemble with dancers, or add an interactive drumming segment that gets everyone involved. With years of experience at events across Australia, New Zealand, and Bali, our team knows how to create something uplifting and memorable for every occasion.

Can you tailor the entertainment to our brand or theme?

Absolutely. We can adjust everything from music and costumes to stage presentation and messaging, ensuring the performance reflects your company’s goals, values, or event theme.

How long does a typical corporate drumming performance run?

Most performances run between 20 and 40 minutes, though we can adapt the length to suit your schedule. High-energy sets work well as an opener or feature act, while background and roving options can run over longer call-outs.

Do you bring your own drums and sound equipment?

We supply all instruments.
For large venues or outdoor spaces, we’ll coordinate with your AV team to confirm if microphones or amplification are required. You’ll know exactly what’s needed in advance.

Do you travel interstate or to regional areas?

Yes. Our performers regularly travel across Australia, and we also offer our corporate drum and dance performances in New Zealand and Bali.
Travel and accommodation costs may apply depending on the location, though with teams based in multiple regions, local options are often available.

How large an audience can you cater for?

We’ve performed for intimate groups and large-scale events with 800 participants or more.
Performances can be adapted to suit any venue or crowd size.

Can you combine different acts for one event?

We’ve performed for intimate groups and large-scale events with 800 participants or more.
Performances can be adapted to suit any venue size or crowd.

Can everyone take part in the drumming?

Yes, with a little planning. We can supply drums for every participant – even for groups of several hundred.
It’s a unique, lively, and memorable way to engage the crowd.

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