Supper Freak Immersive Dining Event

Supper Freak is an immersive dining experience co-founded by Bobby Dean and inspired by the rich world of funk and soul music. The aim is to create a night where guests don’t just enjoy a meal — they’re transported into a vibrant, theatrical atmosphere. Party Up is the resident house band for their run of shows, and their energy has become a defining part of the Supper Freak identity.

Bobby has booked the band for multiple events and says, “They regularly blow our audience away and are always among the most commented-on elements of the entire night. They know all the classics, deliver them with real authenticity, and have always been flexible in adapting their sets to the specific needs and rhythms of our show.” Their ability to shift between background groove, high-energy party anthems and theatrical moments has made them essential to the experience.

Party Up are truly an integral part of the immersive world that Supper Freak attempts to create. The evening blends live sound, performance, theatre and dining, all designed to transport guests straight to Harlem, 1974 — a place of glittering dancefloors, soulful melodies and the unmistakable feel of a funk-hued celebration. The band’s presence brings the musical heartbeat of the era alive.

Supper Freak is held at the iconic Bloomsbury Ballroom in Central London. The venue’s stunning art-deco surroundings, combined with its accessibility for ticketed guests, make it the ideal backdrop for an experience rooted in glamour and nostalgia. Bobby says, “Our favourite part is always the Soul Train Dance Off finale! It’s the moment when the whole room comes alive, and Party Up absolutely nail that uplifting, feel-good energy every single time.”

Bobby first came across Party Up through a Google search for soul bands in London and instantly felt they had the right vibe. He enthusiastically recommends both the band and Function Central: “Function Central is a really helpful agency, and the band are great value. Most importantly, Party Up are a band with the perfect repertoire and consistently excellent reviews.”

His advice to other event organisers? “Look around extensively — watch videos for as many party bands as possible, compare setlists and really pay attention to reviews. When you find a band like Party Up, who can deliver both quality and atmosphere, it makes all the difference to the night.”