About Us
About Jollypop
Jollypop was founded on the belief that character entertainment should be truly magical. From beautiful costumes straight out of a fairy tale to talented professional performers to bring those characters to life, we have always believed that our clients deserve nothing but the absolute best.
Specialising in high end event entertainment, Jollypop began with two friends sharing a dream. Now solely directed by experienced performer Kate, the company has built up an impressive portfolio of clients and an excellent reputation for delivering experiences to remember!
At Jollypop, we pride ourselves on being able to offer both quality and quantity. From our Deluxe Character Party options to Themed Party options, there really is something for everyone and all delivered at an unmatched quality. Each of our Deluxe Character Parties even includes a Royal Attendant, trained by Fairy Godmother to handle the practical elements of your booking with us, allowing our characters to provide a truly unforgettable experience from start to finish. From interactive story times written especially by Fairy Godmother, and stunning vocal performances from our trained singers to carefully themed games bound to have your little ones jumping for joy- Jollypop is the perfect choice for a truly special occasion.
Meet the Jollypop cast - our performers are ready to make your little one’s dreams come true.
Kate
Director and Entertainer
Kate is a professionally trained soprano singer, with a passion for musical theatre and all things princess. She has industry experience panning from singing on a West End stage, to touring pantomime work and children's theatre to working on movie premieres. Her recording work also includes being in the original cast recordings of 'Unfolding Tales the musical' and 'Legends of Arahma' with composer Joe Purdue. Pursuing a life long performing dream Kate is also now co founding local theatre company "Looking Glass Theatre", having successfully produced productions of Disney's Little Mermaid and Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Before taking on Jollypop as a full time career Kate worked in education, supporting children with additional needs, something she is very passionate about. She has been working as a children's entertainer for over a decade and has loved using all of her experience to build Jollypop into a company she could not be prouder of.
Kate says: "Jollypop from it's very beginning was all about providing the highest quality. We're very passionate about making dreams come true for your little ones!"
Drew
Entertainer
Drew began his performance career when he took a National Diploma in performing arts and achieved a Triple Distinction. He then went on to University to study Dance Performance and Teaching. Drew trained at Carol May's Dance Academy and gained a wealth of experience teaching dance for a creative theatre company. Drew has worked professionally for The Lowry as the Regional Coordinator of Dance for Lancashire and became the Youth Dance Ambassador for Northwest Dance. He has since gained experience in children's entertainment with Planet Rock for Blackpool Pleasure Beach and as a member of Team Nick working with children for Nickelodeon and rubbing shoulders with the likes of Dora The Explorer and SpongeBob SquarePants. Since moving to the local area, Drew has made good friends with the famous mascot for Reading Football Club alongside working for the BBC for Children In Need and getting to know Pudsey Bear. Drew is excited to be a part of the Jollypop team and is thrilled to be able to bring some of his favourite characters to life.
Glyn
Entertainer
Glyn has, and always will, love performing. It is hardwired in his DNA. He studied Theatre and Creative Writing, has experience of being a director, writer and editor and has worked in a variety of mediums spanning from stage to screen: being on location for films and documentaries. Glyn has a huge passion for musical theatre and is usually found singing or dancing wherever he goes. Glyn teaches Performing Arts in a secondary school and sixth form and loves to share his passion with the younger generations. In his spare time, Glyn performs as part of a musical theatre group. He is also no stranger to character performance as he has had lots of experience working as a children’s entertainer with holiday clubs and children’s parties as well as being a children's Drama, Dance and Singing teacher for Youth Theatre Schools and running immersive children’s storytelling after school clubs. Glyn is excited to be part of Jollypop to live out his dream roles and spark magic for children!
Tia
Entertainer
Tia loves making magical moment come to life here at Jollypop!
She has had a huge love for performing from childhood, and taking part in both school and community theatre productions. Tia trained in Musical Theatre at The University of Chichester and since graduating has been lucky enogh to work across Europe for companies such as Legoland, The BBC, Butlins, Cadbury World and more.
Here's to making dreams a reality!
Harriet
Entertainer
Harriet is a recent graduate from Bird College where she trained in Musical Theatre and Dance. Her love for performing began at a young age and appeared in the West End cast of Billy Elliot the musical. She has worked with many industry professionals during her training and finished her final year playing the lead role ‘Jo March’ in Little Women. As well as performing, Harriet is doing her tap teaching qualification and holds dance and musical theatre workshops for aspiring young performers. She is so excited to be joining the Jollypop team and is looking forward to creating magical princess moments to events and parties.
