Tate west
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
23 reviews
Ali C.
October 18, 2025Tate 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, 2025Tate 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
Marion W.
July 26, 2025Will hire her again!!!
Tate was awesome. She did a wonderful job interacting with the children and the community at large. I hope she is available next year for our Community Fun Day. AWESOME !!
Hired as: Juggler, Stilt Walker, Variety Entertainer
Kris H.
July 21, 2025Phenomenal performers, made memories for years to come
We hired Tate West and two other performers to provide juggling, still walking, and variety entertainment for our church's circus-themed VBS. To say the performance was a huge success would be an understatement. They fully interacted with every kid and family as they arrived, providing wonderful memories that we will never forget. I highly recommend her for any event! Thank you Tate West!
Hired as: Balancing Act, Children’s Party Entertainment, Circus Entertainment, Interactive Performer, Juggler, Stilt Walker, Variety Entertainer
Buffy N.
May 25, 2025Great Juggler and Entertainer
Hired Tate to do a juggling demonstration and coach the grandkids on how to juggle. Everyone loved it! Tate was a very patient coach and really engaging.
Hired as: Circus Entertainment, Juggler
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.
Past booked events
October 2025
16
Thursday
Product Promotion
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Joliet, IL
September 2025
13
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Bloomingdale, IL
07
Sunday
Festival
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Deerfield, IL
06
Saturday
House Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Tinley Park, IL
August 2025
23
Saturday
Retirement Community Event
10:00am - 2:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
08
Friday
Nonprofit Event
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Island Lake, IL
July 2025
26
Saturday
Personal Occasion
3:00pm - 3:45pm
•
Chicago, IL
20
Sunday
Festival
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
02
Wednesday
Nonprofit Event
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Aurora, IL
May 2025
25
Sunday
Birthday Party
3:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Minooka, IL
24
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
Calumet Park, IL
12
Monday
Nonprofit Event
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Frankfort, IL
April 2025
26
Saturday
Fundraiser
11:00am - 12:30pm
•
Aurora, IL
17
Thursday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Naperville, IL
March 2025
13
Thursday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Highland Park, IL
February 2025
13
Thursday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Downers Grove, IL
December 2024
19
Thursday
Nonprofit Event
6:30pm - 6:45pm
•
Oak Park, IL
November 2024
03
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
October 2024
26
Saturday
Festival
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
19
Saturday
Prom/After Prom Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Highland Park, IL
12
Saturday
Halloween Party
12:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Wilmington, IL
05
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Elmwood Park, IL
September 2024
22
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Berkeley, IL
07
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
July 2024
26
Friday
Camp Event
11:00am - 1:00pm
•
Western Springs, IL
20
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
04
Thursday
Parade
9:00am - 11:00am
•
Union Grove, WI
June 2024
19
Wednesday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
08
Saturday
Product Promotion
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Michigan City, IN
08
Saturday
Cultural Event
11:30am - 11:45am
•
Chicago, IL
May 2024
18
Saturday
Anniversary Party
11:00am - 1:00pm
•
Muskegon, MI
April 2024
12
Friday
Nightclub Event
11:30pm - 11:45pm
•
Chicago, IL
March 2024
23
Saturday
Teen Birthday Party
5:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Waukegan, IL
08
Friday
Fundraiser
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Lake Forest, IL
03
Sunday
School Assembly
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Oswego, IL
February 2024
07
Wednesday
Personal Occasion
8:30pm - 8:45pm
•
Chicago, IL
January 2024
20
Saturday
Birthday Party
11:00pm - 11:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
18
Thursday
Fundraiser
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Des Plaines, IL
December 2023
20
Wednesday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Oak Park, IL
November 2023
08
Wednesday
Surprise
9:00am - 9:15am
•
Orland Park, IL
03
Friday
Festival
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
October 2023
28
Saturday
Cocktail Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
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