Knotty Bits
Sideshow in Grand Rapids, MI
Why hire Knotty Bits?
Knotty Bits, LLC presents variety entertainment, Circus and Sideshow, bringing you world renowned acts that are both fun and professional. Whether you’re looking to serve a crowd of thousands or boast a smaller, more exclusive guest list, we tailor our acts to your needs providing personal customer service. Our years of experience and expertise in event industry goes to work for YOU. With “WOW” entertainment you can be sure you’ll receive excellent attendance at your function and impress your guests. We will leave them smiling and astounded.
Full length shows, individual acts or roaming / atmospheric entertainment available.
Something New
Knotty Bits provided just the right amount of sideshow atmosphere to our recent event. They provided us with two shows that offered different aspects each time. They worked the crows and provided light humor that was appropriate around young children. We definetaly want to bring them back for a more adult show next time!
Hired by: Amy
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Organization: The Mylestone Project
Event Date: May 18th, 2012
Event: Festival in Battle Creek, Michigan
Services provided: Contortionist, Fire Eater, Sideshow
Wonderful Addition to Naper Settlement's Village of Fear!
I was thrilled when Knotty Bits agreed to come back to Naper Settlement's All Hallows Eve: Village of Fear event this October! There stunt show was a great addition to our Spook-Tacular stage! Many of our guests thoroughly enjoyed their performance. Between the walking on glass and fire breathing, many of guests couldn't take their eyes off the performances! Thank you sharing your show with us!
Hired by: Lauren V.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Organization: Naper Settlement
Event Date: October 21st, 2011
Event: Halloween Party in Naperville, Illinois
Services provided: Fire Eater, Sideshow
About
Knotty Bits travels nationally and internationally to bring top notch entertainment where ever you are. Our shows provide all the necessary equipment, costuming and insurance. We carry 5M liability policy and provide you with a Certificate of Named Additional Insured.
We have an impeccable reputation for our safety and work closely with your local fire marshal and venue owner to ensure compliance and safety of your guests. Our fire performers are members of the North American Fire Arts Association(NAFAA)and have extensive training in fire safety, fire management and first aid.
Our shows and acts are customized to fit your needs. They are adjusted to be appropriate for audiences of any size, age or theme. Book an individual act or a full stage show. We can adjust to fit your time frames from as little as 5 minutes up to an hour. Custom costuming and music available.
Great for Galas, Festivals, Corporate, Promotions, Concerts, Casinos, Conventions, Trade Shows, Company Retreats, Fundraisers, School Events, Parties, Weddings, Night Clubs
Looking for something not listed? Contact us and if we cannot provide what you are looking for we will help you find someone who can!
Personnel
Gwyd the Unusual: Principal Performer
Sylver Fyre: Principal Performer
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 5 - 600 minutes
Audiences should expect to have a good time!
Stage/Setup Requirements:
Please inquire for our technical rider.
Additional Notes:
Minimum requirements vary from act to act. Please inquire for our technical rider. If you know your space specs let us know and we can work with you to find the right act for the space. We can work with your sound system or bring our own.
Aerial acts can work with your trusses or supports or we can bring our free standing rig that can be adjusted from 25 feet to 14 feet.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
Our shows and acts are customized to fit YOUR needs. They are adjusted to be appropriate for audiences of any size, age or theme. Book an individual act or a full stage show.
Typically in one show you might see:
• Aerial Acrobatic Artistry
• Fire Eating
• Glasswalking
• The Human Blockhead and Pain Proof Stunts
• Target Bullwhip
• Bed Of Nails or Bed of Machetes
• Human Cutting Board
• Precision Blade Handling
• Snake Charming
• Martini Glass Balancing
• The Box of Extreme Discomfort
• COMEDY and audience participation!
Don't need an entire stage show but are looking for something to accent your event? Try our menu of roaming or atmospheric entertainment!
• Flying aerialists
• Fire performers
• Flag/Ribbon poi spinners
• Balloon twisters
• Stilt walkers
• Jugglers
• Contortionists
• Belly dancers
• Snake Charmers
• Hula Hoopers
• Con men and swindlers
• Escape artists
• Thing in a box (Strange wonder of the world)
• Close up magicians
• Fortune tellers (gypsy and 1920's style)
• Professor Unusual and Tulip (puppet)
• Giant puppets
• Ninjas
• Court Jester or Mardi Gras Jester
• Spray paint artist
• Caricaturists
Ask about our Special Promotional Stunts that can help bring media attention to your company or marketing event!
Looking for something not listed? Contact us and if we cannot provide what you are looking for we will help you find someone who can!
Whether you’re preparing for a corporate event, festival, fundraiser, private party, wedding, convention, concert, or promotional event, we will provide truly unusual entertainment, something your guests have never seen before, that will ensure your party is the event of the year.
Experience
2006: 65 gigs
2007: 110 gigs
2008: 150 gigs
2009: 150 gigs
2010: 165 gigs
2011: 160 gigs
2012: 194 gigs
Available for Your
Awards Night, Bachelor Party, Bachelorette Party, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party, Bar/Lounge, Birthday Party, Bridal Shower, Casino, Casting Call, Christmas Party, Club/Nightclub, Concert Venue, Convention, Corporate Event, Cruise, Ethnic Celebration, Fair, Fundraiser, Graduation, Grand Opening, Halloween Party, Hotel, Launch Party, Parade, Private Party, Prom, Quinceañera, Restaurant, Retreat, Reunion, Sporting Event, Sweet 16 Party, Trade Show, Wedding Reception, Workshop
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