They typically appear in 45-minute sets with short breaks in between, or in hour-long sessions depending on the booking. For multi-hour events, breaks are scheduled discreetly to maintain the illusion. The performance is especially effective when paired with ambient lighting or themed music, creating a striking presence for photo ops and dramatic entrances.

Since these are painted costumes, they’re designed for dry spaces, but they can be positioned near water features like fountains or pools — as long as there’s no risk of slipping or splashing on the costume. Just ask us about placement recommendations!

Absolutely! Our Merpeople can be positioned on a custom platform, clamshell seat, faux rock, or elevated pedestal to enhance their visual impact. We also offer a basic silver half-barrel podium as a standard setup. For a more dramatic effect, you can upgrade to our aerial anchor display, which allows them to be suspended from the [...]

Yes — in subtle and magical ways. While they maintain the illusion of a living statue, they may blink, shift, gesture slowly, or hold eye contact for a surreal, immersive moment.

Due to their realistic mermaid fins, our Merpeople cannot walk while in costume. If they need to arrive or leave mid-event, they’ll require assistance — typically a team member or cart to transport them between the green room and performance area. They will also need a private space to change before and after their appearance.