Booking Costumed Characters

Enter the wonderful world of make-believe when you hire costumed characters to entertain at your next event. Just imagine the thrill your child will experience when she opens her eyes and sees her favorite princess standing right in front of her. Oh... the squeals will be heard for miles around! Close your eyes, make a wish and - poof - a fairy appears to make the party complete. But costumed characters aren't just for little girls. Boys get in on the fun, too. Professionals donning character costumes make your little man's day by showing up as Barney, Elmo, Shrek, or many other favorite superheroes. With the addition of face painting, dancing, prizes and unique props, these entertainers are sure to be the life of the party. From children's parties to festivals to carnivals, a costumed character is an excellent way to get the attention of every kid in the place.

Tips For Booking A Costumed Character

Hiring the right costumed character can be challenging, but GigMasters makes it fun and easy! Here are five helpful tips for booking the perfect costumed character for your special event:

1. Listen to audio and watch video of as many costumed characters as you can. costumed characters are plentiful on GigMasters, and the typical costumed character has multiple audio and video samples available on their GigMasters press kits.

2. Thoroughly read client feedback. Many GigMasters clients who have hired a costumed character have left useful feedback about their experiences.

3. Book early. A great costumed character might need to be booked 3 to 6 months in advance.

4. Get a contract and read it carefully. Most professional costumed characters will also require a deposit in order to secure them.

5. Follow up with your costumed character as often as you need to. Don't be shy about making sure your costumed character knows exactly what type of entertainment you want!

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Costumed Characters

Don't want to rent a character costume and play superhero yourself? Leave it to the pros! You can sit back and enjoy the party while an authentic-looking Elmo, Barney, Shrek, and more impress your kids. Search our database now for an available costumed character in your local area.

For Canadian performers click here. Where are you looking for Costumed Characters? Use the links below to begin your search!

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