Council Inspectors

Staged closure fun

What the Council Inspectors do

Two actors arrive as stern inspectors with fake paperwork and a serious tone. They read a mock notice, tell the venue it must close, and raise the temperature in the room. Guests worry for a moment, then the inspectors break character and burst into song for a hilarious reveal.

We keep the tone playful, never mean. The act is great with venue staff who like to join in, and it works for both formal and casual receptions. We adapt lines and music to suit the crowd and the event’s mood.

Working with venue staff

We brief the venue team so they can play along when needed. Sometimes a manager acts surprised, sometimes staff help with a prop or keep the timing right. This teamwork makes the ruse feel real and gives a bigger payoff when the music starts.

We make sure staff aren’t blindsided and that meal service and safety aren’t affected. The result is a smooth surprise that feels like part of the evening, not a disruption.

When to pick this routine

Choose Council Inspectors if you want a playful, slightly dramatic build-up with a big comedic reveal. It’s great for venues with staff willing to join the joke and for guests who enjoy a short, theatrical moment.

If you’re after a formal-to-funny flip that ends in a sing-along, this is a reliable pick. We’ll tailor the script to your crowd and help you decide the best moment in your schedule.

Our Services

We create surprise performances that fit weddings, corporate nights and private parties. Pick from a range of undercover routines or ask us to build a custom surprise that matches your theme and crowd.

Police Routine

A mock police call turns into a full surprise performance that shocks and then delights your guests. Click below to learn more about timing and how we plan the reveal.

Council Inspectors

Two faux inspectors declare the venue closed, then flip into a musical finish that has everyone laughing. Click below to see how we stage the courtroom-style reveal.

Arguing Chefs

Two chefs argue about the food, causing gasps until the spat ends in a surprise song and big laughs. Click below to find out how we keep this routine safe and funny.

Workmen

Two ‘workmen’ disrupt the room with ladders and measuring, then flip into a show-stopping song. Click below to learn how we plan the distraction and reveal.

Unruly Guests

Two ‘unruly guests’ cause awkward laughs before turning the chaos into a show-stopping song. Click below to see how we stage the act and handle meals for undercover performers.

Wedding Crashers

Two faux crashers wander in, make a scene, then flip into a surprise musical set that lifts the room. Click below to learn how we make the entrance feel real but harmless.