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Ashley Anne & The Carnations

Gatsby & Speakeasy Events

Bring the Roaring Twenties to Life

Hot jazz, champagne sparkle, and era-true style — Ashley Anne & The Carnations transform Gatsby parties and speakeasy nights into fully realized worlds your guests will never forget.

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Ashley Anne in a beaded flapper gown and feathered headpiece with The Carnations in black tie at an ornate vintage bar

The Difference Between a Theme and a Time Machine

Anyone can hang Art Deco decorations. What makes a Gatsby party unforgettable is the moment guests walk in and the room actually sounds like 1926 — hot jazz played live, a singer in beads and feathers, horns catching the candlelight.

This is our signature theme. We bring era-true repertoire from the 1920s and '30s, authentic wardrobe, and the showmanship to make a speakeasy, Art Deco gala, or Roaring Twenties birthday feel like a scene from the film — elegant, immersive, and never costume-party thin.

Era-True Hot Jazz

Charleston-ready numbers, early swing, and torch songs from the actual 1920s–30s songbook — not modern covers in a headband.

Flapper-Era Wardrobe

Beaded gowns, feathered headpieces, and black tie that photograph like a still from a Golden Age set.

Venue Transformation

The band becomes the room's centerpiece — a live focal point that turns decor into a world.

Dance-Friendly Swing

Guests don't need to know the Charleston — we keep the floor moving with swing anyone can dance to.

Art Deco & Historic Venues

We love a landmark: historic ballrooms, vintage theaters, and speakeasy-style lounges are where this show shines brightest.

Corporate & Private

From brand launches with a Twenties concept to milestone birthdays, the experience scales to the occasion.

Past venue credits include Disney's Club 33, The Hollywood Roosevelt, Vibrato Grill Jazz, The Cicada Club, Spago Beverly Hills, Disneyland, and Carnegie Hall — with regular appearances aboard The Queen Mary in Long Beach.

Bring the Roaring Twenties to Life

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Can guests dance to the music?

Please do! Our swing, Rat Pack, and 1950s sets are built for dancing, and we read the room to keep the floor moving all night.

Do you perform Gatsby and 1920s themes?

Yes — Gatsby and speakeasy events are a signature. We bring era-true hot jazz, flapper-era wardrobe, and Art Deco styling that make a Roaring Twenties theme feel fully realized rather than costume-party thin.

How do we get a quote?

Send an inquiry with your date, venue or city, guest count, and the atmosphere you're imagining — elegant background, lively dance set, or a full vintage theme. We'll reply promptly with availability and a proposal tailored to your event.

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Your Speakeasy Awaits

Tell us your venue and vision — we'll bring the Twenties, fully roaring.

Bring the Roaring Twenties to Life