Tate west

Chicago, IL

$150 and up

Circus Entertainment

Travels up to 120 miles

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Uncle Sam stilts

Tate and Tony

Stilt scarecrow

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Overview

I bring circus pizazz to any event with a variety of acts and entertainment. i offer unicycle, juggling, stilts, aerials, and more.
My background is in circus arts but i offer many stilt and strolling characters like Statue of Liberty, living tree, and an elf.
I have experience with parties (adults or kids), strolling entertainment, parades, corporate events, workshops and more!

Reviews

26 reviews

Talana B.

May 30, 2026

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Cherry on top

I recently booked Tate and her friend for my circus themed birthday party and they did not disappoint!!! They pulled out all stops and entertained my guests every second of the hour. If you want low maintenance performers with high quality performances book with Tate. Affordable, patient, accommodating, and extremely entertaining! I would book again and again!

Hired as: Circus Entertainment, Interactive Performer, Juggler, Stilt Walker, Variety Entertainer

Emma S.

April 26, 2026

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A skilled & professional delight!

Tate and Tony were amazing! Entertaining, engaging, friendly, kind, and so organized and professional. I highly recommend them and would absolutely hire them again, especially for events with kids, because they were so excellent at engaging with little ones. But they were truly fun for all ages and a breeze to work with :)

Hired as: Circus Entertainment, Interactive Performer, Juggler, Stilt Walker, Variety Entertainer

David S.

February 21, 2026

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Great Job!

Tate was a huge hit with everyone at the party!!!

Hired as: Balancing Act, Circus Entertainment, Juggler

Ali C.

October 18, 2025

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Tate was Great!

Tate was amazing! She was interactive with customers, kept in character the whole time, and was a great performer. Would hire her again any time.

Thanks Tate!

Hired as: Stilt Walker

Kevin F.

September 8, 2025

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Tate West Made Our Event Unforgettable

We had the pleasure of having Tate West perform at our synagogue’s Big Top Bash, the kickoff to our Sunday School year, and she was absolutely incredible. Tate amazed everyone with her skills on stilts, the unicycle, and plate spinning, and what really stood out was how interactive she was with the kids. She handed out plates for them to try spinning themselves and guided them through it with patience and energy.

Tate is not only extremely talented, but she’s also engaging, personable, and professional. We had booked her for an hour, but she generously stayed a bit longer because the kids were having such a great time. While she wowed us with stilts, unicycle, and plates, she also does juggling, globe walking, and other circus acts we didn’t even have time to experience.

Both kids and adults were captivated. She was truly the highlight of the morning. On top of her talent, Tate is beautiful, easy to work with, and has excellent communication and social skills. I would wholeheartedly recommend her for any event.

Hired as: Balancing Act, Children’s Party Entertainment, Circus Entertainment, Interactive Performer, Stilt Walker, Variety Entertainer

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Booking information

Price range: $150 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - Commercial general liability (includes fire and aerial)

What to expect

I do a variety of things. From performing 3-6 minute acts, strolling, workshops, stilt walking, etc. If you come to me with a request we can work together to set expectations specific to your event.

About

I have been performing and teaching for 10 years. I can unicycle, juggle, do aerials and a bunch more. I love what i do and seeing the awe on peoples faces when i perform. I also love interacting with people and teaching circus arts as well. I have a wide range of experience; from working with toddlers to adults, from big groups to one on one, from slow ambient to upbeat parades. I am excited to make your event special!

Additional booking notes

Requirements depend on apparatus/skill requested.

Services offered

Circus Entertainment Children’s Party Entertainment Tightrope Walker Juggler Stilt Walker Acrobat Holiday Entertainment Aerialist Variety Entertainer Balancing Act Sideshow Interactive Performer LED Performer

Upcoming booked events

June 2026

13

Saturday

Bridal Shower

3:00pm - 4:30pm

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Chicago, IL

Past booked events

May 2026

23

Saturday

Festival

2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Chicago, IL

02

Wednesday

26

Saturday

Fundraiser

11:00am - 12:30pm

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Aurora, IL

22

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

2:30pm - 3:30pm

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Berkeley, IL

07

Saturday

19

Wednesday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 8:30pm

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Chicago, IL

08

Saturday

Product Promotion

12:00pm - 2:00pm

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Michigan City, IN

07

Wednesday

20

Wednesday

28

Saturday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Lake Bluff, IL

Set list

I can be lenient on what music i perform to.

Influences and inspiration

My first trainer was a ringling brothers clown so i am definitely influenced by traditional circus but I attended a circus school in Germany where i really worked on my contemporary style. I also started my circus journey through social circus as a youth which influenced my love for teaching social and emotional learning through circus arts.

Setup requirements

Requirements depend of apparatus/skill requested

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