The Uncanny Carnival
“Buy one ticket get 10 shows!”
Step right up and witness the impossible! The Uncanny Carnival brings the mysterious world of the 1920s 10-in-One sideshow to life with dazzling skill, hilarious gags, and jaw-dropping feats. From astonishing escapes to peculiar oddities, every act is its own mini-show — tied together by our charming Ringmaster who promises marvels beyond belief (with a wink and a grin). Whether on stage or roaming through your carnival-themed event, this production immerses your guests in a spectacle of wonder, laughter, and vintage circus flair.
★ Flexible format: a 60–75 min show OR split into 3–4 shorter sets.
★ Combines comedy, circus skills, and theatrical oddities.
★ Engages guests both from the stage and up-close in tents.
★ Family-friendly entertainment with something for all ages.
★ Built to scale for festivals, community events, and corporate carnivals.
★ Creates a vintage carnival atmosphere impossible to forget.
★ Performance Space: A clear, flat area at least 26’ wide x 20’ deep, with 20’ height clearance for aerial acts.
★ Backstage: An additional 20′ wide and 15′ deep of space for backspace staging area.
★ Power: Standard venue power is preferred. We can also bring our own battery bank to power the DJ setup if required.
★ Access: Direct loading access to the performance area for tents, staging, and props.
★ Audience Area: Safe space in front of the stage, with room for seating or standing guests.
What Our Clients Say
We had the 10-in-One show as an atmospheric show at our First flip Stampede Breakfast to entertain the lineup as people were waiting for breakfast. Our guests had an amazing time, and lots of laughs, our event lasted 3 hours and they were able to loop the show for the new guests that were constantly arriving throughout the event, loved it!
Completely blown away, was packed with entertainment and laughs throughout the entire show. This really helped create the carnival atmosphere we were going for at our event. The characters, the decor, everything was beautiful and very well presented.
Thank you again for putting on an amazing show for our event last weekend! I hope you all are well rested by now. It was great to have you guys here and we’ll definitely be in touch again in the future!
See It In Action
One Ticket. Ten Wonders. Endless Astonishment.
The Uncanny Carnival is built to amaze, amuse, and astonish. Each act lasts 2–5 minutes, flowing seamlessly from one marvel to the next with the Ringmaster’s comic flair keeping the audience hooked. Whether your guests are seated for a full stage performance or wandering through an immersive carnival setup, every encounter feels like discovering a hidden attraction at a vintage fair.
Meet the Crew
Meet the curiosities, marvels, and wonders of the Uncanny Carnival:
★ Eludeau the Escape Artist – slips free from straitjackets with daring skill.
★ The Human Blockhead – hammering nails where they don’t belong.
★ The Man Eating Chicken – a terrifying monster… or is it?
★ The Impenetrable Girl – from walking on glass to bed-of-nails stunts.
★ The Headless Woman – a living marvel who speaks without a body.
★ The Floating Guru – levitating and spouting nonsensical wisdom.
★ The Strongman – bending steel, lifting humans, and raw feats of power.
★ The Human Bird – our aerial acrobat who soars gracefully in the sky.
★ The Bearded Lady – a voice as stunning as her unusual look.
★ Plus other unforgettable characters like the World’s Tallest Man, the Human Plant, and the magical Snake Oil Show.
Show Photos
Step inside the world of the Uncanny Carnival through our photo gallery. From daring escapes to bizarre oddities, each snapshot captures the wonder, laughter, and spectacle of this vintage sideshow come to life. See the performers, the stage, and the incredible characters that will leave your guests wide-eyed with amazement.
Show Posters
To amplify excitement, we provide vintage-style sideshow posters for each act. Placed around your venue, they spark curiosity and encourage guests to gather early, building anticipation before the show begins. Think old-world carnival banners reimagined for today’s audiences.
FAQs
The full stage show runs 60–75 minutes, or we can present it as three to four mini-shows (15–20 minutes each) throughout your event.
The Uncanny Carnival requires a clear, flat area of 26’ wide by 40’ deep to accommodate the stage, backdrop, tents, and aerial rig (20’ high). The show is designed to be set up on grass fields or pavement. Full technical details are available in our Tech Rider.
The show is family-friendly, suitable for all ages, but crafted to keep both adults and children entertained.
Yes, a full audio system setup is included. We just need access to power, and if power isn’t available, then we can provide a battery bank.
The show features a cast of 5-6 multi-talented performers, with each artist playing multiple characters throughout the production. Plus at least 1 Backstage Crew to assist Artists and operate DJ equipment.
Yes! The Uncanny Carnival was designed for fields, fairgrounds, and paved outdoor areas, as well as indoor theatres and community halls.
We typically need 3–4 hours to set up the stage, tents, and aerial rig, and about 2 hours to pack down after the show.
Absolutely. We can adjust the runtime, feature-specific acts, or add carnival games and themed décor to fit your event’s needs. If you’ve booked one of our performers separately (like a stilt walker or magician), we can also weave them into the Uncanny Carnival as part of the show — for example, our World’s Tallest Man has appeared in the production and then continued roaming the grounds, and our magician has performed both on stage and later with close-up magic. This flexibility ensures your guests experience both the big spectacle and personal interactions throughout the event.
Yes, TriXtan Entertainment carries full liability insurance. All acts are performed by trained professionals with safety procedures in place.