Carnival Freak Show

A theatre company specializing in classic carnival sideshow acts, freak shows, burlesque, variety, and vaudeville! Established in 2001, this group features over 20 incredible performers, including The World’s Youngest Professional Knife Thrower (he’s only 10 years old, with a dynamic act alongside his 8-year-old sister) and offers over 40 diverse acts.

This company has established itself as a headline performer, show opener, and grounds act, catering to virtually every type of event and venue: from fairs and festivals, to amusement parks and haunted attractions, tattoo shows and biker rallies, theaters and nightclubs, colleges and universities, concerts, historical events, private parties, public spectacles, corporate events, trade shows and more! Equally at home in the boardroom as the biker bar, with audiences both sophisticated and lively.

Filled with captivating performers, stunning visuals, and a sense of humor that keeps the audience engaged. Like a voice from a bygone era, the show emerges straight from America’s mythology. It is a dark vaudevillian spectacle that keeps spectators returning for more.

This company offers over 40 acts, featuring performers including:

‘Fakir’ - sword swallowing, bed of nails, and pincushion;
The more extreme mystic arts of mind over matter as first seen in the Far East, must be seen to be believed! Great for tattoo conventions and Halloween haunt events.

Western Arts/Pirate - knife throwing, bullwhip cracking, and sword fighting;
Whether interested in adventure on the high plains or high seas, visit those thrilling days of yesteryear with our highly skilled practitioners of these historic arts.

Magicians/Illusionists - close-up magic, card and coin tricks, and big box illusions;
From simple sleight-of-hand to mind-boggling deception, in numinous robes or wearing a tuxedo, our practitioners of the necromantic arts will amaze and astound!

Circus - Acrobats, Aerialists, and Contortionists;
Amazing technical skills from under the big top, with strength, balance, and incredible physical control both in the air and on the ground.

Cirque-type Acts - Fire-dancers, Stilt Walkers, and Jugglers;
Atmospheric, entertaining, and impressive up close or from a distance, the specialized skills of these colorful performers bring something special to any event.

Burlesque Performers - lovely ladies, exotic dances and wild costumes;
Provocative and entertaining, nothing garners more attention to a stage, booth, or event like pretty girls in show-stopping outfits! All ages event? No problem – our dancers can perform with appropriate attire.

Talkers – Masters of Ceremonies, Keynote Speakers, and Pitchmen (and women);
The right talker can help any event run more smoothly, warm an audience up to a new product or service, or get a point across to the rapt attention of passersby. We have the perfect talker for you, no matter what your needs.

Carnival Stunts - blockhead, light bulb eating, and fire-eating;
All the classic acts once seen on circus and carnival sideshows across the country, each one calculated to shock and astonish.

Human Anomalies – Little people, Giants, Genetic Freaks;
Meet those who are not like others in the flesh! We have the connections to provide you with true genetic anomalies like Lobster Boy, Wolf Boy, giants, or little people; self-made anomalies like tattooed individuals; or we can even create gaffed (fake) anomalies like a bearded lady or conjoined twins.