Planning a corporate event or special occasion? The right entertainment can create an unforgettable experience, and nothing is as unforgettable as Las Vegas Style Cirque Entertainment! Engaging circus and cirque performances keep guests captivated and inspired, while lackluster entertainment options can lead to a dull atmosphere. With this guide, you can easily discover a variety of circus-themed entertainment ideas, grouped for quick reference. Many don't realize that the performers who grace the stage of Las Vegas and Cirque du Soileil shows are often available for hire for private and one off events! Let’s ensure your event stands out and remains memorable for all involved. Here is a comprehensive list of some classical cirque entertainment options as well as unique and exciting new acrobatic presentations:
EVENT ENTERTAINMENT IDEAS:
1) AERIAL ACTS
Aerial entertainment encompasses a diverse array of stunning performances and specialized apparatuses (Aerial Equipment). There are hundreds of unique aerial apparatuses on the market with new and creative ideas being invented every! Below are some classic presentations as well as & unique aerial acts that can be a perfect addition to a special occasion, wedding, or corporate event.
Aerial Silks
Dazzle your guests with breathtaking aerial silk performances, where acrobats climb, twist, and drop gracefully from long flowing fabrics, creating a mesmerizing blend of strength and elegance.
Aerial Hoop (Lyra)
Suspended high above the crowd, aerial hoop performers captivate with graceful spins, daring balances, and fluid choreography inside a suspended metal ring. A perfect addition to any special event or corporate function.
Aerial Rope
Also known as Corde Lisse, this
act showcases jaw-dropping aerial artistry as performers execute dynamic climbs, wraps, and controlled drops on a single hanging rope.
Aerial Straps Duo
A powerful and intimate display of strength, trust, and precision, this aerial act features two artists performing breathtaking acrobatics and synchronized maneuvers while suspended on aerial straps.
Aerial Moon
A fusion of acrobatics and elegance. Suspended from a crescent-shaped apparatus, these skilled aerialists captivate guests with graceful movements and breathtaking poses. Perfect for corporate events, galas, and upscale celebrations, Aerial Moon acts create a dazzling focal point that leaves a lasting impression.
Aerial Star
Make your event shine with the Aerial Star, unique star-shaped apparatus, comes with the option to incorporate fire effects for an extra dramatic flair. Ideal for corporate events, luxury galas, and grand celebrations, this act guarantees a visually stunning experience that captivates any audience.
LED Aerial Chandelier
A stunning fusion of artistry and technology. Suspended from a glowing chandelier, a performer can showcase an act on multiple apparatuses or interact with guests. This dazzling act pairs perfectly with aerial champagne service or bottle presentations. The Chandelier can even be programmed to showcase a logo, making it a perfect fit for brand activation's and corporate events.
LED Aerial Hoop
Illuminate your event with an Aerial LED Hoop Performer, a mesmerizing act that combines dynamic aerial acrobatics with cutting-edge LED technology. Whether dressed in a radiant LED costume or a classic/ themed outfit, this act adds a high-tech, immersive spectacle that leaves a lasting impression.
Aerial Piano
Elevate live music to new heights with an Aerial Piano Performer, a breathtaking fusion of music and acrobatics. Suspended high above the audience, a skilled pianist delivers a live performance while integrating graceful aerial movements, creating a stunning multi-sensory experience. Ideal for luxury galas, corporate events, and high-end productions, this act transforms live music into a gravity-defying spectacle that captivates and inspires.
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
Aerial Acts will require rigging, there are a number of safe & standardized rigging options available including; free standing rigs, truss build outs, motors and flying winches. Many venues already have aerial friendly rigging points installed and any professional aerial provider should be able to offer a number of solutions to meet your needs if not.
To see a more comprehensive list of amazing aerial options available for events and special occasions, check out: Amazing and Unique Aerial Acts and Apparatuses blog
2) Balancing Acts
BALANCE ACTS cover an extensive list of unique presentations and apparatuses (the type of equipment the performer uses). Here are some amazing balance acts that can be a great fit for a special occasion, wedding or corporate event. These acts tend to be self contained, not requiring extensive set up or tear down.
Hand Balancing
Hand balancing is a discipline that combines strength, control, and flexibility, where an artist performs handstands and controlled movements on the ground or atop specialized handstand canes. Some performers focus on pure strength-based balancing, while others incorporate fluid, dance-like transitions or even contortion elements.
Chair Stacking
Chair stacking is a dynamic balancing act where a performer skillfully balances atop a tower of stacked chairs, sometimes reaching 20 feet or higher. The act requires exceptional strength, focus, and precision, as each chair is carefully placed to create an increasingly unstable structure. This act is often seen at corporate events, circus productions, and theatrical performances, offering a visually striking and suspenseful experience.
Hand to Hand
A partner acrobatics act where two performers work together to create impressive balances, lifts, and counterweight-based shapes. Male, female and mixed duos are available, executing dynamic holds, inversions, and transitions. Depending on the style, performances can range from slow and elegant to fast-paced and dynamic. This act is commonly featured at corporate events, theatrical productions, and luxury galas, showcasing strength, trust, and precision.
Tight Wire
Tight wire is a balance-based acrobatic act performed on a tightly stretched wire. This act can be performed at various heights and performers often dance or juggling elements. Tight wire differs from high wire, which is performed at much greater heights, and slack wire, which has more movement and requires different balancing techniques.
Ball Walker
Ball (aka rolling globe) Walker is an acrobatic artist who expertly walks, balances, and performs on a giant acrylic ball. This versatile act can be tailored to suit any theme, from classic gymnastic displays to whimsical juggling jesters. For a truly unique experience, opt for costumed characters like mirror-clad performers or LED hula hoop artists.
Rolla Bolla
This performance showcases a a master of balance and agility who delivers jaw-dropping acts on stacked boards and cylinders. This dynamic performance combines incredible skill and focus, as the performer defies gravity with daring tricks and stunts. Perfect for festivals, corporate events, or special occasions.
Wheel of Life
Formerly known as "The Wheel of Death". this is a high-adrenaline circus act where a performer navigates a giant rotating metal wheel, often reaching heights of 20 feet or more. The act involves running, jumping, and even blindfolded stunts, all while the wheel spins at varying speeds. This gravity-defying performance requires exceptional balance, strength, and precision, making it a thrilling highlight for circus productions, corporate events, and large-scale entertainment showcases.
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
Many balance act performers offer multiple acts, make sure you are optimizing your entertainment budget by asking what additional acts or services they may be able to offer. Balance acts can also have ceiling height restrictions, make sure your venue has high enough ceilings for the performance you are interested in!
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3) Contortion ACTS
CONTORTION ARTISTS display extreme flexibility, bending their bodies into unusual positions. There are many types of contortion performers, coming in all shapes, sizes and genders. Some of our favorite event entertainment options are the following:
Solo Contortion - A mesmerizing display of extreme flexibility and balance, solo contortionists can captivate guests with their fluid, gravity-defying movements.
Mongolian Group Contortion - Mongolia has a rich cultural history deeply rooted in performance arts, with contortion (Uran Nugaralt) being a revered tradition dating back centuries, often performed in royal courts and traveling circuses as a display of discipline, strength, and artistry. This breathtaking act features multiple contortionists seamlessly moving in sync to create stunning, sculptural formations.
Mirror Ball Contortion: A dazzling fusion of light and movement, this act features a contortionist performing atop a giant mirror ball, casting stunning light patterns throughout the venue. Works great for elegant high-end ambiance, or fun disco party themes.
Bow and Arrow Contortion: Defying limits of human flexibility, this act features a contortionist executing an extreme back bend while shooting an arrow with their feet! A thrilling highlight for corporate events, luxury weddings, and VIP experiences.
Bubble Contortionist - Bubble Contortion is a unique performance act where a contortionist showcases flexibility and balance inside a clear inflatable acrylic sphere. The sphere can either float on water (Aqua-sphere) or roll across a stage or event space, creating a mesmerizing, ethereal effect. Some performances feature slow, controlled movements that emphasize grace and fluidity, while others incorporate dynamic acrobatic poses.
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
Contortionists come in all shapes, sizes and genders. Your event may benefit from culturally specific contortionists, as many countries and regions have their own long standing history and culture around the art, African, Mongolian, and Eastern European contortionists all have distinct looks styles and presentations.
4) SHAPE & LIGHTS ACTS
Cyr Wheel
The Cyr Wheel is an impressive choice for special event entertainment, offering captivating acrobatic displays that mesmerize audiences. This ground-based apparatus requires minimal setup and teardown. Cyr Wheel artists execute a variety of stunning maneuvers, blending strength and artistry to create a dynamic performance that tells a story through movement.
LED Cyr Wheel:
This exciting variation of the traditional cyr wheel combines the artistic grace of the cyr wheel with technology that creates mesmerizing colors and shapes. The wheel can even be programmed to show a logo or specific image, making it a great choice for brand activation's and corporate events.
Aerial Spiral
The "Aerial Spiral" embodies captivating movement and grace, making it a perfect highlight for event entertainment. This unique and whimsical concept enhances any celebration. It symbolizes freedom and exploration, inviting guests to experience the beauty of dynamic performances art. It is also a great choice for champagne pours and bottle service!
Diamond
Introducing the Diamond apparatus, a stunning diamond-shaped performance platform that elevates entertainment to new heights. This versatile apparatus can be performed in the air or on the ground! Additionally traditional metal or LED display options are available, making it a great option for a variety of event themes.
Moon
The Moon Apparatus is a striking and versatile entertainment option that brings a touch of celestial elegance to any event. This crescent-shaped structure can be performed as either an aerial act or a ground-based routine.
LED Cube
The LED Cube is a visually stunning performance that combines cutting-edge technology with high-energy acrobatics. This dynamic apparatus can also be performed as both an aerial act or as a ground-based act, showcasing intricate manipulations and impressive strength moves.
Aerial Disco Ball - This stunning act combines elegance and excitement. With an aerialist suspended beneath a shimmering giant disco ball. Perfect for weddings, corporate events, or parties, this act can also include aerial champagne services, making it a glamorous and interactive experience your guests will never forget.
Water Bowl - This unique act features an acrobatic performer executing graceful balances, dynamic dives, and fluid movements on and around a giant water-filled bowl. Some performers incorporate contortion, hand balancing, or dance, while themed variations, such as a mermaid performance, add an extra layer of visual storytelling. This act is especially popular for luxury events, poolside performances, and immersive themed experiences, offering a captivating combination of strength, elegance, and water artistry.
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
Most performance options can be offered as single song acts (choreographed specifically to a specific song) or longer form ambiance sets. Ambiance sets can fill more time, but may lack the show stopping wow factor of a fully choreographed act. Many performers offer multiple act or apparatus options, which can offer your event variety and fill additional time. To take it one step further, a well organized group of performers can offer multiple acts and ambiance sets, often at a discounted price as less people are required.
To learn more about how to optimize your entertainment options, check out Acro Factory Entertainment's Custom Event Entertainment Packages
5) Fire ACTS
FIRE ENTERTAINERS specialize in dynamic performances using flaming props, combining skill, precision, and visual impact. Acts may include fire dancers, fire breathers, fire jugglers, and fire eaters, each showcasing different techniques with controlled flames. Whether performed as a solo act or part of a larger production, fire entertainment adds an exciting element to corporate events, festivals, and themed performances.
Polynesian FirE (Fire Knife)
Polynesian Fire Dancing, also known as Fire Knife Dancing (Siva Afi), is a traditional Samoan performance that blends warrior-style movements, rapid spins, and daring fire tricks. This act is often seen at cultural festivals, corporate events, and themed luaus, offering an energetic and visually striking display of Polynesian heritage and skill.
Fire Breather
Fire breathing is a dramatic performance art where a skilled entertainer expels a plume of fire from their mouth, creating a breathtaking visual effect. This act requires precise technique and control to produce towering flames and intricate fire patterns.
Fire Belly Dancer
A Fire Belly Dancer combines the fluid movements of traditional belly dance with the mesmerizing element of fire. Performers use handheld fire props, such as palm torches, fire fans, or even fire swords, to enhance their movements with rhythmic flames. This act blends grace, control, and fire artistry, making it a unique choice for luxury events, themed parties, and cultural performances.
Fire Illusionist (Pyro-mancer)
This unique fire performance incorporates a variety of fire manipulation techniques, illusions and story telling to create an unforgettable experience that is sure to leave your guests in awe.
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Aerial Fire
Many aerial apparatuses can have fire added to them to create an exciting spectacle, for a full list of aerial fire performances please contact us.
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
While fire can bring extra flare to an event, it is important to hire experienced professional fire performers who hold the proper licensing for your area. Often permits for fire performers at a specific venue must be pulled weeks in advance of an event. Be sure to speak with your event organizer or entertainers to make sure they have the proper insurance, permits and safety protocols in place.
6) Juggling & OBJECTS
Jugglers are versatile entertainers who manipulate objects with precision and rhythm, performing a variety of techniques suited for different event styles. Traditional jugglers use balls, clubs, or rings, while specialty acts incorporate unique elements like:
LED juggling (Lights)
fire juggling
contact juggling (where objects appear to glide effortlessly across the body).
knife juggling,
hat juggling
bounce juggling, where objects rebound off surfaces in complex patterns.
Danger juggling (Chainsaws, swords glassbottles)
Ball Juggling
A Ball Juggler performs the most classic form of juggling, skillfully tossing and catching multiple balls in seamless patterns. This act can range from simple three-ball tricks to complex multi-ball routines incorporating speed, rhythm, and coordination. Ball juggling is a timeless entertainment choice for corporate events, festivals, and stage performances, offering a visually engaging and universally appealing display of dexterity.
Diabolo
The Diabolo Juggler, also known as a Chinese Yo-Yo performer, manipulates a spinning spool balanced on a string, creating intricate tricks and high-speed tosses. Performers can execute gravity-defying throws, dynamic catches, and even multiple-diabolo routines, adding layers of complexity.
Danger Juggler
A Danger Juggler takes traditional juggling to the extreme by performing with fire torches, knives, chainsaws, and other high-risk props. These skilled entertainers combine expert precision with daring stunts, often incorporating audience interaction or comedic elements to enhance the thrill factor. Whether juggling flaming torches in the dark, razor-sharp knives, or even roaring chainsaws, this act is designed to captivate and excite.
LED Poi Spinner
This performance features two illuminated balls attached to ropes, creating mesmerizing light trails and dynamic movement patterns. Modern LED poi technology allows for customized programming, enabling performers to display logos, images, and intricate designs, making this act especially popular for corporate events, brand activations, and nightlife entertainment.
Hula Hoop Artist
This dynamic presentation features intricate tricks and dynamic choreography using one or multiple hoops. This act can range from high-energy, fast-paced hoop dancing to multi-hoop manipulation, where the performer spins multiple hoops around different parts of the body simultaneously. Some variations include LED hula hoops for glowing light effects or fire hula hoops for an added element of danger.
Cube Spinner
A dynamic act where a performer skillfully manipulates a large metal cube, spinning, tossing, and balancing it with precision. The act can be performed with a traditional metal cube or enhanced with LED lighting, creating glowing geometric patterns in motion. Cube spinning blends elements of juggling, dance, and object manipulation, making it a unique addition to corporate events, stage productions, and futuristic-themed performances.
LED Hula Hoop
This performance combines movement and technology to create a visually striking performance using programmable, illuminated hoops. Advanced LED hula hoops can be customized to display logos, images, and intricate light patterns, making them ideal for corporate events, brand activations, and futuristic-themed performances. Whether performed as a solo act or incorporated into a larger production, LED hula hooping adds a high-tech, dynamic visual element to any event.
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
Juggling and object manipulation can be a great option for longer form ambiance entertainment, many jugglers and shape spinners offer multiple apparatuses and can fill more time than some other more physically demanding acts. Be sure to ask if your performer can offer additional performance options if you are looking to fill time at your event!
7) ACRO AND TUMBLING
ACRO & TUMBLING ACTS transform traditional gymnastics and acrobatics into a visually captivating performance art for live entertainment. These acts incorporate flips, handstands, balances, and tumbling passes, often performed on stage, on specialized apparatuses, or in group formations. Variations include solo hand balancers, duo acrobatics, power tumbling, parkour-inspired movement, and circus-style acrobatics, each showcasing strength, precision, and artistry.
Rhythmic Gymnast
This performer combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and object manipulation, using props such as ribbons, hoops, balls, clubs, and ropes to create fluid and visually stunning routines. This act blends grace, flexibility, and precise coordination, making it a unique performance style suited for corporate events, luxury galas, and stage productions. Whether performed as a solo act or part of a larger ensemble, rhythmic gymnastics brings an elegant and dynamic visual element to live entertainment
Adagio/ Human Statue/ Body Balance
Adagio, Human Statue, and Body Balance Acts showcase the art of strength, control, and precision through slow, controlled movements and intricate partner balances. This performance features two or more performers executing elegant lifts, balances, and counter weighted holds, emphasizing grace, strength and coordination..
High Bar Act
The High Bar Act is a high-energy gymnastics performance where an acrobat executes dynamic swings, release moves, and gravity-defying flips on a suspended horizontal bar. This act requires exceptional strength, timing, and aerial awareness, as performers launch themselves high into the air before re-grasping the bar with precision. The high bar act delivers an exciting display of power, control, and aerial agility.
Trampoline and Tramp Wall
These dynamic performers showcase high-energy aerial stunts with precise acrobatics, creating a visually dynamic performance.
Trampoline performers execute flips, twists, and rebounding maneuvers, using the trampoline’s height to perform gravity-defying tricks.
Tramp Wall acts feature athletes running up a vertical and using momentum to perform parkour-inspired moves in midair. with a trampoline below
Russian Bar
The Russian Bar is a dynamic acrobatic act where a flyer performs flips, twists, and aerial stunts while balancing on a flexible bar supported by two bases. The bar acts as a springboard, allowing the flyer to reach impressive heights before landing with precision. This act requires exceptional coordination, timing, and trust between performers, making it a visually striking addition to circus productions, corporate events, and large-scale entertainment showcases.
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
When booking Tumbling and Acro acts, several logistical factors should be considered to ensure a safe and successful performance:
Ceiling Height & Spacing – Many tumbling and acrobatic acts require significant overhead clearance for flips and aerial maneuvers. Ensure the venue has sufficient ceiling height and unobstructed space.
Floor Footprint – Gymnastics acts often require a flat, stable performance surface with enough room for run-ups, tumbling passes, or acrobatic landings. Mats or specialized flooring may be needed for safety.
Rigging Considerations – Some acts, such as high bar, may require rigging points or anchoring systems. Confirm whether your venue can accommodate these needs.
Licensing & Liability Insurance – Gymnastics and tumbling acts involve high-risk movements. It is essential to work with licensed, insured professionals who carry proper liability coverage to protect both performers and event organizers.
Carefully planning for these factors will ensure a smooth, safe, and visually impressive performance.
Final Thoughts
Choosing the right entertainment for your corporate event or special occasion is vital to creating a memorable experience. By exploring the diverse categories outlined, from balance acts to fire performers, you can select options that align with your event’s theme and audience. Focus on creating a fun atmosphere that encourages networking and connection.
With thoughtful planning and creativity, your event will leave a lasting impression. Guests will talk about their experience long after the night ends. To book any of the entertainment options above please contact us at info@acrofactory.com or visit www.acrofactory.com
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