Eastern Curlew / Hair and Makeup Service

Stage & Performance — Mobile Hair and Makeup

$170.00

Performing, competing or having your photos taken in Sydney? Our women-only artists come to wherever you are getting ready: your home, hotel room, Airbnb, dance centre or venue dressing room. Sweat-resistant, camera-ready hair and makeup using Estée Lauder, MAC, Dior and Tom Ford, built to hold under bright lights and in front of the camera.

Women-only hair and makeup artists, women's services only
We come to your home, hotel, Airbnb, dance centre or venue dressing room
Free travel within 10 km of Sydney CBD, then $1 per km beyond that
Dance recitals, eisteddfods, competitions and showcases
Singers, musicians, pageants and live performances
Photoshoot-ready makeup for portraits and professional photos
Sweat-resistant, long-wear finish that holds under stage lighting
Group bookings for dance troupes and casts
Book online with a 25% deposit (excluding GST)

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What It Is

Mobile hair and makeup for live performance and photo work, delivered to wherever you are getting ready in Sydney: your home, hotel room, Airbnb, dance centre or venue dressing room.

Whether you are on stage for a dance recital, concert or showcase, or in front of the camera for a photoshoot, our women-only artists deliver bold, durable, camera-ready hair and makeup that withstands stage lighting, heat, movement and close-up HD cameras.

We offer women's services only.

Who it's For

This service is for women who need long-wear, high-impact hair and makeup:

Dancers and dance students, including recitals, eisteddfods and competitions
Singers, musicians and live performers
Pageant contestants and presenters
Women booking makeup for a photoshoot or professional photos
Dance troupes and groups getting ready together

We come to your home, hotel, Airbnb, dance centre or venue dressing room.

How to book

Step 1: Submit your details. Send your show date, venue, call time, number of performers and the stage look you need through our online booking form.

Step 2: Match and plan. We review your call sheet, pair you with a performance specialist and coordinate timing so prep runs smoothly.

Step 3: Pay your deposit. Secure your date with a 25% deposit (excluding GST). The balance is paid to your artist on the day.

Step 4: Your artist comes to you. Your women-only artist arrives at your dressing room or venue fully equipped with professional lighting, tools and sweat-proof products to get you show-ready.

Public holidays: A 25% surcharge applies on public holidays and the night before a public holiday, including Christmas Eve (24 December). It is paid directly to your artist on the day. Please book early for the Christmas period.

Occasions We Cover

Dance Recitals & Performances

Bold, high-definition stage makeup and performance hair for dance recitals and shows, done at your home, hotel, Airbnb or venue dressing room. Designed to read clearly from the back row and hold through every number.

Singing & Live Music

Long-lasting, sweat-resistant makeup for singers and live performers. Polished, camera-ready and built to hold through every set, whether you get ready at home, in a hotel or backstage.

Competitions, Showcases & Photoshoots

Precision makeup for dance competitions, eisteddfods and showcases, plus photo-ready glam for photoshoots. Dramatic definition for judges, audiences and photography, with a finish that lasts all day.

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REAL RESULTS REAL PEOPLE

★★★★★

I loved my hair and make up and received so many compliments on the day! I'm so grateful for your skill.

Anna

★★★★★

Eastern Curlew Artists are simply beautiful! They are incredibly patient, kind, and have an amazing attention to detail. I would absolutely recommend their service to my friends and family and look forward to using them again.

Emma

★★★★★

Eastern Curlew Artists are an absolute pleasure to work with! They are professional, always on-time, and truly manage to bring your vision together for both hair and makeup. You'll feel completely at ease with them, and receive so many compliments about your look. Thank you again, Eastern Curlew - if I ever find myself back in Sydney, I'll be booking you!

Lora

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Eastern Curlew Artists provide a great experience! Even with a very early start and rain, they were there on time to do my make up and hair. The result was a beautiful, light, and natural makeup which lasted the whole day. So glad I found them!

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Frequently asked questions

How is stage makeup different from regular party makeup?

Stage makeup uses higher pigment concentrations, dramatic contouring, and ultra-durable setting techniques so feature definition isn't washed out by bright stage lights or ruined by sweat.

Will the makeup hold up during intense dancing or under hot stage lights?

Yes. We utilize humidity-resistant, transfer-proof, and sweat-resistant formulas from pro lines like Estée Lauder Double Wear and MAC to ensure total durability.

Can mobile artists travel directly to our venue's dressing room or green room?

Yes. Our artists bring portable ring lights, chairs, and full setup gear directly to your theater dressing room, backstage area, hotel, or home.

How far in advance should I book for a stage production or dance ensemble?

For large casts or dance troupes, booking 2 to 4 weeks in advance is recommended to coordinate multi-artist schedules for your call times.

Are the products safe for sensitive skin during multi-day runs?

Yes. We incorporate prep products like d’Alba and skin-friendly lines like Clinique and Guerlain to protect and soothe the skin barrier during consecutive show days.

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Stage & Performance — Mobile Hair and Makeup