Summer garden parties are all about sunshine, laughter and laid-back fun. Whether you’re hosting a family get-together, a corporate barbeque or a community fête, here are five ways I can bring a little magic to your next outdoor event.

I saw some brilliant acts, funny, clever, quirky, bold, (and one terrible show I won't mention) and came away inspired (and a bit sweaty, it was warm in those rooms). This isn't a full review, just a quick shoutout to a few performers who made me laugh, think, or feel something magical. If you get the chance to see any of them in future, go.