Victorian Side Show
Book our incredible and genuine Victoriana circus sideshow for the most authentic steampunk performance you'll ever experience. This Victorian act faithfully recreates a freak show from the late 1800s with their bizarre collection of curiosities.
The history of this sideshow is truly fascinating. Collected by a soldier who served in the Indian sector of the British Empire, the artifacts were eventually stored away, only to be discovered and lovingly restored by their current owner and curator. Not only is this living history act impressive, fun, and engaging, but it is also a real Victorian sideshow! With a strong Victorian flavor, this is a steampunk act that outshines all others.
The collection of curious artifacts was discovered in 2009 and has an extraordinary history. Rather than preserving the pieces like a museum, the curators have built a replica Victoriana circus sideshow case to display the curios at festivals, parties, weddings, corporate events, museums, and much more.
Costumed in authentic Victorian design, this act looks, sounds, and behaves like a freak show, transporting you back 120-some years to the exciting and macabre age of Victorian England. The portable case containing the Victoriana artifacts from antiquity is a vibrant read with beautifully ornate woodwork and brass work, replicating the opulence of the time.
While the curiosities are truly amazing, perhaps the most standout parts of this act are the performances given by the curator and other performers. What could easily be a static display is instead a hugely dynamic, engaging, and interactive event. Not afraid to be vaudevillian or theatrical, the performers have developed funny and curious characters who genuinely feel like the circus folk of Victorian England, touring their wagon around the country.
The Victorian act not only provides the performers and curiosity box but also a range of promotional material to drive foot traffic. Even the least curious person cannot resist being drawn in by the mystery, oddness, and fun that this act exudes like no other.
To book this brilliant Victoriana act, contact our dedicated entertainment specialists today.
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