Street Performer

Take it to the streets – literally! A very entertaining and interesting career choice. A street performer is someone who provides on the spot work or entertainment to paying customers. You might have seen them at fairs, festivals or amusement parks giving henna tattoos, face painting or caricatures to the delight of fair goers or passerby’s. If you have ever passed someone playing an instrument while onlookers toss coins and cash into their instrument case, you have witnessed a street performer.

If you have a talent that you can perform on the spot such as balloon animals, magic tricks or juggling that is entertaining to others then you too can be a street performer. You don’t need any special degrees or training to perform. All you need is a talent, an outgoing friendly personality and a permit. Yes a permit or license.

In order to be legal you will need to apply to the local government of the town you wish to do business in for a permit and or license. There you will find out what restrictions may be imposed on a street performer. Some types of performances or materials may be banned or require special approvals so be sure to do your homework and ask questions. You should also register with the state and federal governments to really keep things legit as a business owner so don’t skirt the issue – a street performer is a business owner in the field of entertainment.

Once you have your license/permit you are ready for action. Make sure comply with all town regulations in order to stay in business. Now find your talent and share it with the world!