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Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid
- San Francisco, CA
- Mermaid Entertainment
- Travels up to 200 miles
- $215 and up

Book a truly magical experience for your next event! Mermaids truly make a splash at any occaison
Treasures await those who believe in magic.
Our “high fantasy sea nymph” look truly sparkles at those upscale poolside events.
Learn about the wonders of the deep with our Ocean Explorer Chest! Perfect for curious guppies!
Nymphia posing for a shot in Half Moon Bay
Stories of adventure and magic await you!
Make your events magical with the sight of a real mermaid!
Hear the mythical tales of the sea! Now offering virtual story times and live sessions.
Whether on land or sea, Nymphia makes a splash
Our costuming and accessory pieces are always of the highest quality
Overview
Serving the scenic coastlines of California's Bay Area and beyond, Nymphia: Mermaid of the Nautilus is an entertainment experience that needs to be seen to be believed. Combining the realms of children's entertainment as well as a flair for the theatrical, we provide high-quality mermaid entertainment to charm both the young as well as the young at heart.
*Live Appearances will be postponed until the shelter-in-place clears. We are currently open to booking live virtual one-on-one sing alongs / story times and personalized greeting videos. Inquire about pricing for virtual entertainment within.
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5 Reviews

Entertaining and professional. Good fun for my son’s 5th birthday.
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Response from Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid:
Thank you so much for your praise Kathryn! We had a blast getting to visit Luca for his party! Marco says that Captain PeePee sends his regards!
Nymphia is a fantastic performer, professional and on time. She added an otherworldly element to the event and I would book again in a heart beat!
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Response from Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid:
Thank you so much for the fantastic review Ellery! <3 It was such an honor to get to meet you as well as be a part of this absolutely stellar event you put together! You should be very proud and I hope our next mermaid adventure will happen soon :)

Everyone needs to know how amazing Nymphia the mermaid is amazing! She is so welcoming to the children. She immediately gets them involved with her story’s and singing. She goes out of her way to make sure children and adults are enjoying every part of her show. My kids loved the treasure she brought for them. She brought story time, singing, and mer facts to life at the party. The children all took pictures with her and enjoyed her very much. I highly suggest Nymphia for parties. She truly made my daughters day even more special. I will definitely be using her again.
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Response from Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid:
Send Autumn lots of mermaid hugs for her belated birthday. I can’t wait to swim on down to LA again very soon :)

We booked Nymphia for my (mermaid obsessed) daughter's 5th after seeing her first at the festival of sail this year. I had been impressed then with how she always stayed in character even while I was asking about her availability and services.
For our event she was very communicative beforehand, letting me know what to expect. She worked with us to do a stealth entry and exit so that the kids would not see her out of costume. She looked very convincing, and one of the 5 year olds who had been told by friends that mermaids weren't real turned to her mom upon seeing her and said "See, I told you mermaids were real!".
My daughter was entranced by her. Nypmphia sat with her telling her stories and answering all of her questions. She did a lovely story time, sang some songs, and deftly fielded all kinds of questions (you have to think fast on your feet, er fins, when a kiddo asks you if you have a cell phone!).
All in all it was a wonderful experience, and I would highly recommend Nymphia for your next birthday party!
Mermaid Entertainment
Response from Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid:
It was absolutely amazing to get to celebrate with Nyssa for her 5th birthday :) Send her lots of mermaid hugs ❤️

As Co-founder of the OB Merpod, it is extremely important for me to find performers that are not only dedicated to their craft, but also committed to being professional and enthusiastic. I had the pleasure of meeting Mermaid Nymphia at the Escondido Renaissance Faire last year. I was immediately blown away by her grace, amazing singing voice and ability to engage guests of all ages at the event. We were nothing short of honored when she accepted the invitation to join our group.
The OB Merpod is an organization that provides mermaid and pirate performers for events all over Southern California. In the last two years Mermaid Nymphia has joined us at several events hosting thousands of visitors. Her costuming and ability to transform is simply amazing! The magic she brings is sure to leave you with memories that will last a lifetime. I highly recommend hiring her to add that special something to your occasion.
Mermaid Entertainment
Response from Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid:
It's truly an honor to work alongside the OB Merpod for their events! Can't wait to see what more mermaid adventures will come to pass <3
Booking Info
Price Range: $215 and up
Gig Length: 45 - 480 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Specialty Performer's Insurance (SIA) Performer's Insurance is purchased on an individual basis dependent on the event.
What to Expect
Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid brings waves of fun and enchantment for guests of all ages! We offer a variety of services that are perfectly tailored to any sort of event and we make sure to work alongside our clients to personalize every detail to make sure you are fully satisfied. With our services, you are not only ensuring that you are getting the highest quality but are also giving back to our ocean environments. With each event booked with us, a 10% donation is made in your honor to help preserve some of our undersea environments for years to come.
*Virtual services currently available due to the wake of the COVID_19 pandemic! We are proud to feature virtual storytime sessions, sing alongs, and personalized video greetings. Inquire within about all entertainment options.
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Children's Parties & Birthdays
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Our most popular packages and perfect for any birthday bash! Watch your little minnow be stunned and amazed by the sight of a real swimming mermaid right in their own pool! From aquatic games and activities to fun sing-alongs, glitter tattoos and mer-mazing glitter makeovers, to ocean conservation & story time shows designed to teach children about the wonders of our oceanic world. We are sure to make a splash and create something magical to inspire your little guppy's imagination! Our children's party packages also feature some fun gift options and special customizable surprises that are sure to have them spellbound!
Our mermaid can also perform on land as well as in the water! Inquire about our beachy clam-shell set up for land events, her sparkly seafoam dress when traveling on land, as well as our rather mischevious pirate Marco Silvani who would love to accompany! Marco comes with his own special brand of pirate-themed fun and can entertain with sword fighting, pirate games and more.
For the first time! Our very own Little Mermaid packages will be applied to any children's party package per request! Have The Little Mermaid herself swim down from her ocean home to pay your little one a visit and indulge in some fun games, interactive story time and sing along featuring some familiar tunes from her iconic story! As an added bonus, our Little Mermaid visits come pre-packaged a with a special one of a kind gift basket that is perfectly themed!
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Ambiance & Live Shows
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Looking for a mystical addition to a corporate event or function? Hiring a mermaid performer adds the perfect nautical & luxurious flair to any corporate event, poolside party or nightlife event. We range from simple ambiance entertainment to live shows both in and out of the water. Nymphia is an other-worldly performer and creates a magical atmosphere for your guests and would be more than happy to interact with any guest. Be warned, however, she may take you to the depths if you're not careful.
* Don't forget to inquire about her pirate companion Marco Vincenzo Silvani to accompany Nymphia and add an additional nautical character to your ambiance.
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Beach Appearances
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Want the fun of having a mermaid but not looking to splurge on a large party? This simply sweet visit is just the right touch of whimsy to any beach vacation or magical surprise. Meet a mermaid in her natural habitat and have your little mermaid or merman be spellbound and surprised by the magic she brings. To keep our visits special, we also offer one of our gift baskets included with the price. (These appearances are very limited and will only take place within the summer months from May to September)
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Seasonal Appearances
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From spooky sirens in October to whimsically festive mermaids for December and beyond. Our seasonal opportunities provide a fun yet festive way to bring mermaid magic to your holiday celebrations. We tailor our entertainment to fit your holiday needs. Check back on our booking page to see what opportunities will open up this season.
Seasonal appearances will change based on time of year! Our Seasonal Appearance listing is updated depending on major holidays and events!
About
Mermaid Nymphia had always been fascinated about the ocean and the mythology of merpeople for many years. Having grown up in San Diego, a place known for its rather scenic beach life and home of both Sea World and the Scripps Institute of Oceanography. A place where Nymphia called home for most of her life. It wasn't until after leaving art school in Los Angeles with the aspiration of becoming a costume designer, did the idea of becoming a professional mermaid seemed like a possibility. She felt drawn to the idea of professional mermaiding because as Nymphia herself puts it, it combines all of her passions, including costume design, aquatics, storytelling and theater, as well as working alongside children. With a little bit of imagination as well as encouragement from rather business-savvy family members, Nymphia's story was just about the begin.
Since her initial idea of performing, Nymphia has been delivering mer-formances for about 3 years now, servicing her home seas of San Diego, Los Angeles, and the Bay Area in San Fransisco. Nymphia has made a name for herself performing alongside the sea-sisters of the OB Merpod, Dark Tide Productions LLC, The California Mermaid Convention, and Pacific Coast Mermaids of San Diego, performing for renaissance faires, maritime festivals, and large scale public events alongside the Maritime Museum of San Diego. She has also made frequent appearances on the shorelines of Venice Beach, meeting the locals and tourists who call the beach their paradise.
With bigger hopes in mind, Nymphia hopes to spread the idea of not only conserving and protecting our ocean species., but to also spread the idea of acceptance and love. As a mermaid of trans-identity, Nymphia wishes to show whoever she meets that anyone can accomplish their dreams, regardless of skin color, gender orientation, sexuality, and religion. She hopes that the idea of mermaiding can be a safe haven as well as revolutionizing the passion into something exciting, fun as well as something that can be easily experienced by all.
Additional Booking Notes
Nymphia will usually arrive at events about an hour or an hour and a half early to provide set up time and costuming. Our mermaid's signature tails are created out of film & SFX quality, medical grade silicone and it does take a little bit of preparation to slip in and out of the tail itself. Some of our set pieces may take some inflation as well, primarily our clamshell set.
Nymphia will almost always arrive with an assistant or lovingly named "mer-wrangler," or her pirate companion Marco Vincenzo Silvani at the events she is booked for. Mostly to assist in maintaining a smooth performance throughout.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
September 15, 2019 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Children's Birthday Party |
July 13, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | California Mermaid Convention 2019 |
April 28, 2019 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Bay Club Mermaid Class |
October 25, 2018–October 26, 2018 • 8:30pm - 12:30am | Cocktail Party |
October 13, 2018 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Children's Birthday Party |
October 05, 2018–October 07, 2018 • 11:00am - 10:00pm | Gay Days Anaheim ( w/ Dark Tide Productions) |
September 15, 2018–September 16, 2018 • 10:00am - 4:00pm | Oceanside Harbor Days & Pirate Village |
June 29, 2018 • 10:00am - 5:00pm | Long Beach Pirate Invasion |
June 09, 2018 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Children's Birthday Party |
December 02, 2017 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Children's Birthday Party |
Influences & Inspiration
Nymphia: The Nautilus Mermaid was the culmination of a lot of different influences, from princess party entertainment to almost "Disney" styled atmospheric and character performance. Our upcoming live shows feature heavily on dance and synchronized swimming shows made famous by the amazingly talented Weekie Wachee Mermaids of Hernando County Florida.
The core and heart of what we do is heavily inspired by the magic of nautical myth and legend but is presented in a way that is both educational as well. We hope to inspire both children as well as adults to become our next generation of "Children of the Sea" who preserve and protect our oceanic environments.
Setup Requirements
Mer-Wrangler/ Assistant (In the event if merwrangler is not present)
Inflatable Clam Shell (Provided)
Sea Life Decor & Set (Provided)
Bluetooth Speaker (Provided)
Pool Access ( For Aquatic Parties & Live Shows Only)
Assorted Nautical Decor (Provided)
Changing Area (Away from the party guests preferably)