The Three Waiters
The Three Waiters are not ‘waiters’ at all but actors and professional singers. Their extensive repertoire easily spans the musical stages of Opera and Musical Theatre, moving effortlessly from Puccini to Phantom, Wagner to Lloyd Webber, La Boheme to Les Miserables or Elvis to Evita (well…..almost!)

In a very short period of time, The Three Waiters have become a much sought after act for the Corporate stage. Those in event management will have experienced the agony of trying to dream up new and exciting ways to make their event the one that sticks in everyone’s minds. As fully trained singers, The Three Waiters can make your event fun and memorable whilst introducing that added element of sophistication.

Typical client feedback:

“You boys were absolutely terrific.”
Prime Minister John Howard

“Oh you guys were awesome.”
Michael Klim Australian Olympic Swimmer

“Thank you for the brilliant performance...it was the highlight of the afternoon.”
Alan Jones Radio 2UE

How The Show Works
Sophisticated, spontaneous and loads of fun, The Three Waiters involves three talented opera singers posing as ”real” waiters at an event before unleashing a dynamic performance a la The Three Tenors. Be it a small dinner party or huge extravaganza, the user friendly nature of the show has allowed The Three Waiters to play over 1500 shows throughout 30 countries around the globe.

Alfredo poses as the Banquet Captain. He is well mannered and meticulous. He dresses in his own black suit or alternatively wears the attire suitable to the venue. The other two performers are dressed exactly as the other waiters. The three performers infiltrate as “real” waiters from the commencement of the event upt to the time of performance. This could mean serving, topping off drinks and generally being seen.

(The Three Waiters is not a “wacky waiters” show. The performers don’t rip up, or spill drinks or food. It is essential that the performers are seen to be “real” waiters so as to give no clue of what is about to come.)

Performance
There are two short announcements (40 seconds duration) made by Alfredo to establish his character leading up to the commencement of the actual show.

Announcement #1:  During the appetizer (or thereabouts)

Announcement #2:  Before the entrée is laid
It is at this time Alfredo sings a huge operatic note prompting thunderous applause. He bows and announces that a guest offered him $50 to do so. He thanks the guest and leaves the stage.

The Show Commences:   Once Entrée has been laid
and drinks have been topped off, Jean-Marc, a French waiter, makes his way to the stage and politely announces that another guest has offered him $100. He proceeds to sing a full aria… in Italian. Alfredo is Italian. He is not very happy…

The plot thickens as Alfredo and Jean-Marc challenge each others vocal abilities. Just as they agree to sing something together, a third waiter bursts onto the scene. He’s American. The show evolves into a dynamic vocal trio and only at the finale are their true identities revealed.

Important
-Much of the show is performed amongst the audience. For safety reasons, all service must cease during the show. The venue staff must be informed of this.

-The duration of the show is around 25 minutes.

-Appropriate music and announcements will be supplied before and after the show between the hours of 7 – 10 p.m. by and experienced DJ/MC.

Sound Quality
Much of the show is performed amongst the audience with a small percentage on stage. Critical to the performance is an even “concert hall” effect. A minimum of 4 speakers is required for any audience over 50 people irrespective of their power output. It is imperative that speakers be placed evenly around the room so as an even sound can come from wherever the performers move. Speakers placed at one end of the room will not create the desired effect regardless of their output. A reverb effect is also needed to help create the concert hall ambience. Three hand held wireless microphones (Shure Beta 87 or SM 58 or similar quality) are needed with a PA system suitable to the venue size and suitable to amplify three strong male voices.