Event DJ Feature
Groove DJs at Goblins Masque: Fantasy Ball (Auckland)
This June, I’m stepping behind the decks as the official DJ for Goblins Masque — an immersive fantasy masquerade celebrating the 40th anniversary of the cult classic Labyrinth.
When
Saturday 27 June 2026
Gates: 7:00pm · Ball begins: 8:00pm
Where
St Matthew-in-the-City
Auckland
Entry
R18
ID checked · Fantasy costume required
Looking for a DJ who can match a theme without losing the dance floor? That’s my lane.
The night in a nutshell
Goblins Masque transforms a gothic cathedral space into a mischievous, candlelit realm — a place to roam, pose, explore, and then lose yourself on the main dance floor.
- Labyrinth-inspired environments and iconic photo moments
- Themed photo booths (including the Goblin Throne)
- Live entertainers bringing goblin chaos and fantasy charm
- A roaming photographer capturing the magic as it unfolds
- Cash bar, supper, and a full-night party energy
My soundtrack for Goblins Masque
Expect dance-floor favourites from the 1970s through to now, threaded with cult-movie moments and nods to Labyrinth — the kind of set that lets the theme breathe while still hitting hard when it’s time to move.
How I build the night
- Warm-up & wonder: stylish, immersive energy while you arrive and explore
- Lift-off: singalongs, throwbacks, and floor-fillers that pull everyone in
- Peak-hour party: confident mixing, big hooks, and relentless momentum
- Signature moments: timed musical “story beats” that the whole room feels
Iconic Labyrinth moment
“As the World Falls Down” is scheduled for 10:00pm and 11:45pm — a perfect, goosebump reset before we surge back into the party.
(Times are per the official event running plan.)
Why book Groove DJs for themed events?
Fantasy balls, masquerades, corporate themes, gala nights — they all need the same thing: a DJ who can respect the atmosphere and keep the room dancing. I read the crowd quickly, mix cleanly, and keep transitions moving so the energy never collapses.
Theme-aware programming
Music that supports the world you’ve built — without becoming background noise.
Dance floor control
Structured energy arcs: build, release, peak, breathe, repeat. No random zig-zags.
Pro production mindset
Reliable gear, clean audio, and tight coordination with MCs, performers, and schedules.
Optional add-ons
Sound, lighting, haze/atmospherics, and AV support available depending on venue needs.
Want this kind of energy at your event?
Tell me your theme, your crowd, and your “must-play / never-play” list — and I’ll build a night that feels designed, not generic.