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| Clowns Musicians Burlesque Street Entertainment | Magicians Balloon Modellers Facepainters Children's Entertainers | | Aerialists Falling Apart (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast A stunning, seven minute highly-skilled comedy duo trapeze act. A dynamic display of total trust, physical strength and no clear idea of what is happening. The perfect piece for creating audible gasps. | Barren Carrousel Based in Belfast The last remaining members of this 27th generation circus family will dazzle you with death defying aerial feats! Ravishing Ruby Too Shoes has devoted her life to perfecting her art and setting impossibly high standards that only she can achieve. Her daughter Tulip, a child prodigy, desperately attempts to live up to her mother's expectations, only to be upstaged by her two left feet. Prepare to be amazed by their bandwagon of circus antics. Beautiful duo aerial hoop and trapeze routine from the gorgeous Barren Carrousel girls. Be amazed as they perform feats of incredible dexterity and grace - all suspended far above the ground! | The Escape (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast Houndini is dead and David Copperfield is too expensive. Meet Kenneth Fall, Ireland's most inexpensive and still alive escape artist. Hanging 20 metres above the safety of the ground from the end of a burning rope. A death defying comedy of implausible consequences. | Knot Smart (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast Knot Smart - circus, comedy, entertainment. "Give a fool enough rope and he will hang himself". A deeply superficial gawk at the tragic soul of a man on a quest to recreate love. | Dreamweaver (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast An aerial performance weaved in silk and flesh - utter magic. Featuring Tina from the award-winning Tumble Circus, it displays inspirational strength and effortless grace. Beauty and peril drop, descend and cling, a visual treat of modern circus skill. Performed as solo act, duo or group. | Lady Hambo (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast Let this good time girl whisk you away to the romantic setting of the Music Hall. Weaving her way high above the crowd, in an effortless display of grace and strength. A synchronized duet is also available. | Whirlwind (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast An astounding circus act, either solo or as a synchronised duet, the fabulous performers spin precariously at peak velocity. A mind-blowing feat of strength and agility. This act will have you on the edge of your seat. | Rag Dolls (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast Watch out! A tattered pair of patchwork rag dolls have escaped from the toy box! They come to life, with limbs locked and hanging by a thread in this beautiful, double acrobatics, hand-balancing or aerial silks routine. |
| Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Variety Acts Up Above (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast Witness a beautiful disaster in mid-air. Extreme circus skill, inventive humor and exhausting talent. Slapstick acrobatics, hazardous aerial and flying hula hoop all performed around a 7m high free standing trapeze rig. Tina Machina and Kenevil invite you on a cultural car crash of circus street theatre. Circus theatre... from the wrong side of feelgood. "This is the sort of act the insurance industry should have banned by now." The Guardian. "Turning the circus tradition upside down." Irish Times. | Rag Dolls (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast Watch out! A tattered pair of patchwork rag dolls have escaped from the toy box! They come to life, with limbs locked and hanging by a thread in this beautiful, double acrobatics, hand-balancing or aerial silks routine. | Mr H Based in Belfast Befuddled gentleman Hilario Spilachi is in town and ready to bring you his amazing feats of balance and object manipulation. From stupendous skills with cigar boxes, to death-defying balancing on a stack of chairs - or even awesome acrobatics with a partner, Mr H is perfect for any occasion. | Acro Disaster (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast All the strength and beauty of a young Swedish goose, the good timing of a sundial at midnight and the athletic grace of a world dart's champion. A brilliantly funny ten-minute high-skilled acrobatic circus slapstick adventure. | Ruby and Tulip (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast The last remaining members of this 27th generation circus family will dazzle you with back cracking contortions! Ravishing Ruby Too Shoes has devoted her life to perfecting her art and setting impossibly high standards that only she can achieve. Her daughter Tulip, a child prodigy, desperately attempts to live up to her mother's expectations, only to be upstaged by her two left feet. Prepare to be amazed by their bandwagon of circus antics. | The Balloonatic Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England The Balloonatic is the Playful Buffoon with a Giant Balloon! This quirky and loveable character inflates and climbs inside a giant balloon in what has been described as a celebration of silliness. Laugh out loud at his original comedy routine that has been seen on TV screens, festivals, stages and at major events on four continents. A crowd-pleasing favourite with audiences all over the world. | The Great Mefiesto Based in Belfast The Great Mefiesto will baffle crowds with tricks of balance, entertain the audience with feats of equilibristic manipulation, and make them marvel at his daring attempt at physical dexterity. The show includes a 6-foot unicycle, fire eating and juggling with children, audience participation, many other manipulation skills and sometimes even origami. | Heidi Hoopla (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast With more bends and curves than the road to Limavady, Heidi Hoopla presents her tricky, yet sophisticated, display of hula hooping. This brilliant show will have your guests grinning from ear to ear. | Spinal Gap (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast A spellbinding, contemporary contortion act to really amaze your audience. An act which pushes the human body to beyond its limits! | Belinda Bubbles' Bathtime (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast Roll up, roll up to watch this beautiful, theatrical contortion act. Step back in time to see Vaudeville's finest Belinda Bubbles. She literally folds herself in half for a bath and powders her nose with her toes as she is sweetly serenaded by her sister Serena. | Violet Vixens (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast Bendiness meets burlesque as these lovely twins entwine themselves for your viewing pleasure. This amazing acrobatic act will make you gasp and giggle. | Marcel So What Based in Dublin Marcel is one of the most fabulous silent clowns operating in Ireland. A wonderful mix of old-style mime and mimicry, he is a master of his art, appearing at countless festivals across the country over the years. He appeals to adults and children alike with his zany facial expressions, funny postures and innocent bumbling. Highly interactive with his audiences, he can adapt to most environments, from taking on the 'challenging' role of St Patrick in the Dublin St Patrick's Day parades, to creating mischief at the Dublin horse show (where he has been known to break the hearts of the ladies!). | Steve Mischief Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, EnglandSteve Mischief has taken street theatre and public spectacle all over the world. His particular brand of entertainment encourages active participation and sees him in great demand as a compere and host. His family-friendly, yet mischievous character combines comedy, circus skills and sideshow with quirky tricks and a healthy knowledge for interesting trivial factoids. Physical skills include whip-cracking, clowning, object manipulation and fire handling. | Damian Mills Based in BelfastDamian Mills is a Latin percussionist, teacher and DJ. He has performed, taught and DJ'd in festivals around the world and is an expert on carnival drumming. He is Northern Ireland's top Samba professional and is known throughout the world in this genre. He has an extensive music collection and has DJ'd in top venues throughout Ireland. Also known as "Bongo Fury", he is a club and session percussionist who has supported DJ's like Quantic, Firehouse Skank, Homespun Soundsystem, Fabio and Domu. | | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Stilt Walkers Stumblebumm Based in Belfast The wonderfully eccentric and conversational Stumblebumm is a lovely character whose oversized image is based on one of Ireland's legendary fairy folk. This bumbling old fool will charm his way around your town, wooing the ladies with his songs and chitter chatter and confronting the men folk with his banter and wit. | Myles Long Based in Ireland One of the most entertaining stiltwalking act around. Amazing juggling and interactive comedy routines. Great fun for kids and adults. Perfect for corporate launches and anywhere you want to create an attraction. | | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Jugglers Johnny d'Juggler Based in Ireland Hilarious comedy juggling show. For the first time in 'your town', with an all-new show and no expense spared - miss him at your peril - taking his life into his own hands with amazing dexterity, witty banter and lots of oranges. Family show. Bring your own children!! | Mr H Based in Belfast Befuddled gentleman Hilario Spilachi is in town and ready to bring you his amazing feats of balance and object manipulation. From stupendous skills with cigar boxes, to death-defying balancing on a stack of chairs - or even awesome acrobatics with a partner, Mr H is perfect for any occasion. | Juggling the Three Rs Based in Ireland This is a highly entertaining and educational show for primary school audiences. "Juggling the Three Rs" focuses on the environmental message of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle and teaches about water and energy conservation. Johnny D'Juggler amazes and engages the audience with musical juggling pieces, audience participation and flying rubber chickens! This environmentally themed educational show, is performed by an expert performer and communicator. This is a 45min to 60 min indoor show perfect as a treat or reward for pupils during the school year. | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Clowns Jitterbug Jackson Based in Belfast Jitterbug Jackson is the latest alter-ego of renowned performer Hugh Brown, who has thrilled and engaged audiences across the globe for the last 14 years. In his new solo spectacle, many shall witness this most versatile of street raconteurs in a boogie woogie whirlwind of a show, sure to bring a smile to even the most sceptical of folk. Jitterbug will jive to and juggle with all manner of props and paraphernalia. A lucky volunteer will even enjoy the blindfold ladder/balance egg challenge (not quite as messy or dangerous as it sounds!!) The show climaxes with the amazing sight of everyone delighting in a session of Jitterbugaerobics. A must see for people of all shapes and sizes! | Marcel So What Based in Dublin Marcel is one of the most fabulous silent clowns operating in Ireland. A wonderful mix of old-style mime and mimicry, he is a master of his art, appearing at countless festivals across the country over the years. He appeals to adults and children alike with his zany facial expressions, funny postures and innocent bumbling. Highly interactive with his audiences, he can adapt to most environments, from taking on the 'challenging' role of St Patrick in the Dublin St Patrick's Day parades, to creating mischief at the Dublin horse show (where he has been known to break the hearts of the ladies!). | The Balloonatic Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England The Balloonatic is the Playful Buffoon with a Giant Balloon! This quirky and loveable character inflates and climbs inside a giant balloon in what has been described as a celebration of silliness. Laugh out loud at his original comedy routine that has been seen on TV screens, festivals, stages and at major events on four continents. A crowd-pleasing favourite with audiences all over the world. | Rusty and Shuggie Based in BelfastThe Rusty and Shuggie show is a wonderful physical comedy double act, performed without the use of any language, accompanied by a wonderful musical soundtrack. It involves fantastic traditional circus skills presented using everyday objects and props. In its essence, this is a show which looks through the eyes of two loveable slapstick clowns as they deal in their own dramatic style with friendship, temptation, romance, love, loss, tragedy and redemption. This is a show for all the family, and a must see for all lovers of the absurd. |
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| Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Musicians Will Hawkins (guitarist) Based in Belfast "Will Hawkins represents some of the best of Northern Ireland new music talent, a breathtaking technique and musicianship, a creative imagination and flexibility and a competent and professional manner, coupled with the talent to bring original and very unique compositions to life for the audience. "He is also a very easy person to work with on all levels and a genuinely lovely guy." Rebecca Caines Castlereagh Arts Officer | Beat 'n' Drum Based in Belfast Beat'n'Drum are Ireland's most colourful and fun samba band. The house band of Belfast's Beat Initiative, Beat'n'Drum are a very experienced drumming ensemble renowned for their energy, costume and skill, playing in festivals and parades across Europe. Recent performances have taken them to the Electric Picnic, Notting Hill Carnival, Bologna Par Tot parade and Zinneke Parade in Bruxelles. Trained samba dancers can also be supplied. | The Gathering Drum Based in Belfast The Gathering Drum is a rhythm event project established by Joe Loughlin. Using the medium of world hand drums and percussion instruments, he creates high energy rhythm events that are great fun and memorable for the right reasons. It is completely interactive. Each participant will be given a hand drum or percussion instrument and simply put, they get going! The music is made "in the moment" with the help and guidance of the facilitator. There are no wrong notes, just a great event that's ideal for all group sizes, from 5 to 500! | Red Drum Based in BelfastRed Drum is a three piece performance percussion group. Three percussionists with backgrounds in electronica, street theatre and design, the trio represent cutting edge performance along the lines of The Blue Man group and Stomp. Experienced performers with a wide variety of costumes, they create sounds with a visual element and can tailor to any environment in a creative and imaginative way. Perfect for street performances, club gigs, events and festival performances. | The Jahm Band Based in BelfastThe Jahm Band are a psychedelic jazz/rock/funk fusion extravanganza who have been playing in bars, festivals and fields around Ireland for the past seven years. "I expect this band to set the trend for those discovering the threads of the fusion of jazz with other musical forms in this part of the world!" Linley Hamilton, Radio Ulster | Team Fresh Based in Belfast/PortrushTeam Fresh are an infectious traditional Irish punk rock & hip hop group, hailing from Belfast and the North Antrim coast. Social conscience commentary meets funk punk rock. "One of the most original bands from these shores we've seen in a while, they've put a unique and distinctly Norn-Irish spin on those hip hop/funk/rock beats." ATL
| Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Burlesque Birds of Paradise (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast Straight from an 80's time warp, this wacky duo will whip you into a frenzy as they frolic, flip and freak out. An outstanding doubles contortion act. | Violet Vixens (Barren Carrousel) Based in Belfast This amazing acrobatic and contortion act will make you gasp and giggle. Another fabulous contortion act from the Barren Carrousel girls. | | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Street Entertainment UpAbove (Tumble Circus) Based in Belfast Witness a beautiful disaster in mid-air. Extreme circus skill, inventive humor and exhausting talent. Slapstick acrobatics, hazardous aerial and flying hula hoop all performed around a 7m high free standing trapeze rig. Tina Machina and Kenevil invite you on a cultural car crash of circus street theatre. Circus theatre... from the wrong side of feelgood. "This is the sort of act the insurance industry should have banned by now." The Guardian. "Turning the circus tradition upside down." Irish Times. | Barren Carrousel Based in Belfast The last remaining members of this 27th generation circus family will dazzle you with death defying aerial feats! Ravishing Ruby Too Shoes has devoted her life to perfecting her art and setting impossibly high standards that only she can achieve. Her daughter Tulip, a child prodigy, desperately attempts to live up to her mother's expectations, only to be upstaged by her two left feet. Prepare to be amazed by their bandwagon of circus antics. Beautiful duo aerial hoop and trapeze routine from the gorgeous Barren Carrousel girls. Be amazed as they perform feats of incredible dexterity and grace - all suspended far above the ground! | The Balloonatic Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England The Balloonatic is the Playful Buffoon with a Giant Balloon! This quirky and loveable character inflates and climbs inside a giant balloon in what has been described as a celebration of silliness. Laugh out loud at his original comedy routine that has been seen on TV screens, festivals, stages and at major events on four continents. A crowd-pleasing favourite with audiences all over the world. | Cannonball (The Fanzinis) Based in IrelandGuido and Ronaldo Fanzini, inspired by the mountains of Venice and the canals of the Italian Alps, present their new show Cannonball Circus. With no expense spared, with no concern for their safety, they laugh in the face of danger. Haha, indeed. They have ripped up the budget to bring you an amazing variety of acts - dancing ladies, a motorbike wall of death, the flying trapeze, and the world famous Moroccan chicken throwers. But wait, what's this? Ronaldo has spent the entire budget on a gargantuan cannon! There is no money left for the acts! The show must go on, but what will they do...? | Rusty and Shuggie Based in BelfastThe Rusty and Shuggie show is a wonderful physical comedy double act, performed without the use of any language, accompanied by a wonderful musical soundtrack. It involves fantastic traditional circus skills presented using everyday objects and props. In its essence, this is a show which looks through the eyes of two loveable slapstick clowns as they deal in their own dramatic style with friendship, temptation, romance, love, loss, tragedy and redemption. This is a show for all the family, and a must see for all lovers of the absurd. | The Grundy Brothers Based in BelfastThis charming show draws inspiration from 19th and early 20th century vaudeville style shows. Gasp in amazement as they perform feats of equilibristic manipulation. Gape with wonder as the be-hatted gentlemen escape from straight jackets and smash flaming concrete slabs on themselves whilst lying on a bed of nails. Gaze with open mouths as they eat and juggle fire. Groan as they display their unique linguistic acrobatics - (that's tell jokes). | Jitterbug Jackson Based in BelfastJitterbug Jackson is the latest alter-ego of renowned performer, Hugh Brown, who has thrilled and engaged audiences across the globe for the last 14 years. In a brand new solo spectacle, many shall witness this most versatile of street raconteurs in a boogie woogie whirlwind of a show, sure to bring a smile to even the most sceptical of folk. Jitterbug will jive to and juggle with all manner of props and paraphernalia. A lucky volunteer will even enjoy the blindfold ladder/balance egg challenge (not quite as messy or dangerous as it sounds!!) The show climaxes with the amazing sight of everyone delighting in a session of Jitterbugaerobics. A must see for people of all shapes and sizes! | Myles Long Based in IrelandThe most entertaining stiltwalking/juggling acts around. Amazing juggling and interactive comedy routines. Great fun for kids and adults. Perfect for corporate launches and anywhere you want to create an attraction. | Grounded (Tumble Circus) Based in BelfastOne suitcase, six clubs and 40 minutes of circus, slapstick, and comedy. Incredibly talented, stunningly technical and very, very stupid. | Ruby and Tulip (The Barren Carrousel) Based in BelfastThe last remaining members of this 27th generation circus family will dazzle you with back cracking contortions! Ravishing Ruby Too Shoes has devoted her life to perfecting her art and setting impossibly high standards that only she can achieve. Her daughter Tulip, a child prodigy, desperately attempts to live up to her mother's expectations, only to be upstaged by her two left feet. Prepare to be amazed by their bandwagon of circus antics.. | Steve Mischief Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, EnglandSteve Mischief has taken street theatre and public spectacle all over the world. His particular brand of entertainment encourages active participation and sees him in great demand as a compere and host. His family-friendly, yet mischievous character combines comedy, circus skills and sideshow with quirky tricks and a healthy knowledge for interesting trivial factoids. Physical skills include whip-cracking, clowning, object manipulation, fire handling and his world-renowned act 'The Balloonatic'. | Deathwish (The Fanzinis) Based in BelfastGather round, gather round to witness the jaw-dropping antics of these devilishly handsome Italian Kerrymen. Are they stupid or brave beyond belief? It really doesn't matter as they present 45 mins of fantastic comedy and pure fun in their spoof danger, comedy circus show, Deathwish. The Italian Fanzinis are distinguished by their unusual hairdos, one a monster afro, the other bald as an egg. The language of death-defying stunts and so-what magic is used at every turn, giving a comic edge to all the carry-on. Skill is effortlessly blended with slapstick, with the audence at the heart of the performance. Do not miss these heroes of the Irish circus scene. | Johnny d'Juggler Based in IrelandHilarious comedy juggling show. For the first time in 'your town', with an all-new show and no expense spared - miss him at your peril - taking his life into his own hands with amazing dexterity, witty banter and lots of oranges. Family show. Bring your own children!! | Beat 'n'Drum Based in BelfastBeat'n'Drum are Ireland's most colourful and fun samba band. The house band of Belfast's Beat Initiative, Beat'n'Drum are a very experienced drumming ensemble renowned for their energy, costume and skill, playing in festivals and parades across Europe. Recent performances have taken them to the Electric Picnic, Notting Hill Carnival, Bologna Par Tot parade and Zinneke Parade in Bruxelles. Trained samba dancers can also be supplied. | The Gathering Drum Based in BelfastThe Gathering Drum is a rhythm event project established by Joe Loughlin. Using the medium of world hand drums and percussion instruments, they create high energy rhythm events that are great fun and memorable for the right reasons. It is completely interactive. Each participant will be given a hand drum or percussion instrument and simply put, they get going! The music is made "in the moment" with the help and guidance of the facilitator. There are no wrong notes, just a great event that's ideal for all group sizes, from 5 to 500! | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Magicians FizzWizzPop Based in Belfast Belfast-based FizzWizzPop Children's Entertainment offer a wide variety of children's entertainment for families, schools, community groups and various events across Northern Ireland. Their entertainment packages include Magic Shows, Balloon Modelling and Face Painting. FizzWizzPop guarantees to transform any event into a mad, colourful and magical experience! www.fizzwizzpop.com | | | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Balloon Modellers FizzWizzPop Based in Belfast Belfast-based FizzWizzPop Children's Entertainment offer a wide variety of children's entertainment for families, schools, community groups and various events across Northern Ireland. Their entertainment packages include Magic Shows, Balloon Modelling and Face Painting. FizzWizzPop guarantees to transform any event into a mad, colourful and magical experience! www.fizzwizzpop.com | Red Funcky Bucket Based in Belfast Red Funky Bucket are a successful and professional, fun, friendly and reliable children (and adult) entertainers based in Belfast. We specialise in themed children's parties, weddings, corporate events, and fun days. We can include entertainment such as face & body painting, balloon modelling, bouncy castles,magicians, caricaturists, discos, party games, balloon drops and more. www.redfunkybucket.co.uk | | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Facepainters Facetastic Based in Larne Brenda from Facetastic is one of Northern Ireland's most experienced face painters - and is the resident face painter at Carnfunnock Country Park in Larne. Brenda is also a member of, and accredited by, FACE (the Face Painting Association). www.facetastic.com | FizzWizzPop Based in Belfast Belfast-based FizzWizzPop Children's Entertainment offer a wide variety of children's entertainment for families, schools, community groups and various events across Northern Ireland. Their entertainment packages include Magic Shows, Balloon Modelling and Face Painting. FizzWizzPop guarantees to transform any event into a mad, colourful and magical experience! www.fizzwizzpop.com | Red Funky Bucket Based in Belfast Red Funky Bucket are a successful and professional, fun, friendly and reliable children (and adult) entertainers based in Belfast. We specialise in themed children's parties, weddings, corporate events, and fun days. We can include entertainment such as face & body painting, balloon modelling, bouncy castles,magicians, caricaturists, discos, party games, balloon drops and more. www.redfunkybucket.co.uk | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | Children's Entertainers FizzWizzPop Based in Belfast Belfast-based FizzWizzPop Children's Entertainment offer a wide variety of children's entertainment for families, schools, community groups and various events across Northern Ireland. Their entertainment packages include Magic Shows, Balloon Modelling and Face Painting. FizzWizzPop guarantees to transform any event into a mad, colourful and magical experience! www.fizzwizzpop.com | Red Funky Bucket Based in Belfast Red Funky Bucket are a successful and professional, fun, friendly and reliable children (and adult) entertainers based in Belfast. We specialise in themed children's parties, weddings, corporate events, and fun days. We can include entertainment such as face & body painting, balloon modelling, bouncy castles,magicians, caricaturists, discos, party games, balloon drops and more. www.redfunkybucket.co.uk | The Gathering Drum Based in Belfast The Gathering Drum have years of experience in making children's entertainment maximum fun! Through using rhythm games with music, percussion, drums and sound effects, this is just the thing for parties, celebrations and festivals with a focus on young people! www.thegatheringdrum.com | Back to Carnival Menu >> | | We often get requests from people looking for a range of acts to make their event extra special - so, we thought we'd offer some here. But please note, FirePoise is not connected to, and so cannot vouch for, any of the above companies. Please contact them directly through their website | | |