How to Book Specialty Acts (Fire, Aerial) Through One Agency Contract
Need a high-impact act fast? Click Request Audition and our Festival & Mega-Event casting desk will short-list insured fire artists and certified aerialists within 24 hours—visas, permits and risk assessments included. I believe it’s the safest way to wow your crowd without drowning in paperwork.
Why a Single Contract Beats Multiple Freelance Deals
I think the biggest hidden cost in specialty entertainment is administrative drag: separate NDAs, insurance riders and tax forms for every performer. A turnkey agreement shifts that load to the agency, leaving production managers free to focus on staging and sponsor deliverables.
Three-Step Workflow From Inquiry to Showtime
| Stage | Your Team Supplies | Rising Stars Delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Concept & Budget (Day 0-5) | Theme, run-time, stage dimensions | Curated act menu with pricing tiers; preliminary risk rating |
| Compliance & Casting (Day 6-20) | Local fire or aerial permit guidelines | Video auditions, insurance certificates, visa/ATA carnet roadmap |
| Rehearsal & Deployment (Day 21-60) | Final cue sheet, rigging points, pyro zone map | Contract issue, travel & freight, onsite safety briefing, standby alternates |
Typical timeline: 60 days from brief to opening night. Parallel visa processing shaves two weeks off the old multi-vendor model.
Cost Benchmarks (One-Night Performance, Ex-Europe)
| Act Type | Artist Fee | Typical Add-Ons Included |
|---|---|---|
| Solo Fire Spinner | €1 800 | 3 × 10 min sets, 1 tech |
| Duo Aerial Silks | €3 500 | 2 × 8 min shows, rigging coach |
| Large-Scale Fire & Drum Troupe (6 performers) | €7 500 | 20 min finale, propane, SFX assistant |
Booking through one agency usually trims freight and permit consultancy by 15 – 20 % because we consolidate carnets and insurance under a master policy.
Professional Insight: Insurance First, Art Second
“No pyrotechnic rehearsal, no show—full stop,” notes our compliance director. I believe locking the insurance rider before artists are flown in eliminates 90 % of last-minute cancellations. Our underwriter requires a 5 m exclusion zone and flame-retardant stage drapes; we provide the specification sheet on contract signature.
HR Checklist
- Confirm local permit lead times (some cities need 30 days).
- Share latest stage drawings—especially load limits for aerial points.
- Approve artist nationality list for visa viability.
- Allocate rehearsal slot ≥4 hours for pyro safety run-through.
- Nominate a single show-caller—split authority slows cue approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should we inquire?
We think 90 days is ideal; 60 works if visa nationals match your country’s waiver list.
Can fire and aerial acts share the same contract?
Yes—our turnkey agreement covers mixed-genre line-ups under one insurance umbrella.
What if weather cancels an outdoor fire show?
Our contracts include a no-fault reschedule or indoor LED-poi substitute at 50 % of the original fee.
Extend Your Entertainment Line-Up
Explore the full range of performers on our Turnkey Auditions hub—from roaming LED percussion to mapping drones—all secured with a single signature.
Ready to Ignite Your Event?
Click Request Audition and receive a contract-ready shortlist of certified fire artists and aerialists within 24 hours—complete with visas, permits and safety docs. I believe one contract, zero headaches is the best way to keep your audience—and your legal team—thrilled.
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