Living Decor That’s Impossible to Ignore
Most entertainment fills a room with motion and noise. A living statue does the opposite — it goes so quiet and so still that guests stop registering it as a person at all. That stillness is deceptively hard. Our performers train to hold a pose for long stretches, control their breathing so the costume doesn’t give them away, and read the room for the right second to break character. Done well, a guest swears they were looking at a sculpture right up until it winked.
The finish sells the illusion: full metallic body paint and costuming in bronze, silver, gold, or a custom palette built for your event. We’ve been staging statues at Cincinnati events for more than two decades, and the roster runs deep — far more characters than we keep photographed. If the figure you’re picturing doesn’t exist yet, describe it and we’ll build it.
What’s To Expect With a Living Statue
A Striking Presence
Full body paint and detailed costuming — bronze, silver, gold, or a custom finish — turn a performer into a showpiece. It’s the kind of polished, photographable detail that signals an event was put together with care.
A Custom Build, If You Want One
Brand colors, a historical figure, a themed character to match your décor — custom statues are routine for us. Give us the concept and lead time and we’ll create it.
Flexible Staging
A statue needs almost nothing: a few square feet and a spot to be seen. No power, no sound, no sprawling footprint — which is why they slot into tight, elegant rooms other acts can’t.
Our Most Popular Living Statues
From close-up stuff happening six inches from someone’s nose to a full comedy set on a stage, here’s where our magicians get requested most.
I’ve Got a Secret
Fabulous Feud
Name the Right Price
Fast-Paced Trivia
60 Second Challenge
Additional Game Shows:
Built for Every Event
Galas, Openings & Brand Activations
A statue at the door sets a tone the moment guests arrive, and because it’s silent and self-contained, it never competes with the program inside. The character can also be skinned to a sponsor or brand — a logo color, a product theme — which turns ambiance into marketing.
Masquerades & Themed Festivals
Venetian balls, Halloween events, fantasy festivals: this is the statue’s home turf. Drop two or three into the crowd and the theme stops being decoration and starts interacting back.
Weddings & Milestone Celebrations
For couples chasing something beyond a standard reception, a statue works as a living photo backdrop and a talking point that guests bring up for months afterward.
What Our Clients Say
“
Brandie, Casper, and the Monkey Man were so amazing to work with. Brandie was my contact through the whole planning process and was so attentive and responsive to all of our needs. Our first time event was a huge success, and we look forward to working with them again in the future!
Calvin Frazier
Cincinnati Circus Client
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It was a huge success and everyone had a great time. I got much feedback that it was one of the most fun events we have had. Thank you for making it happen for us.
Collette Wagner
Kings Island
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I highly recommend the Cincinnati Circus Company. When I called to book, a real person answered the phone, quickly looked us up, made great recommendations for new fun activities for our mostly young crowd, and sent out our contract on the same day.
Stephanie Kaleba
Cincinnati Circus Client
Living Statues — Frequently Asked Questions
A live performer in full metallic body paint and costume — bronze, silver, gold, or a custom finish — posed as a striking figure at your event. Staged at an entrance or set throughout the room, they read as elegant, eye-catching décor with a presence no prop can match.
They work in timed sets with breaks between, rather than standing motionless for hours straight. We’ll build a schedule around your event’s run time and the number of statues you book.
Yes, and it’s one of the most common requests. We can build to your brand, event theme, a holiday, or an era — bring the concept and enough lead time and we’ll sculpt the look.
Very little. A few square feet, a visible spot, and that’s it — no electrical, no audio, no large setup. They fit rooms and corners most acts can’t.
Anywhere atmosphere matters more than spectacle: galas, masquerades, festivals, weddings, museum and gallery openings, patriotic ceremonies, upscale corporate events.
Call (513) 921-5454 on a weekday between 8am and 5pm, or send a message through the site and we’ll reply the same day.
Explore More Entertainment
Danger Show
Death-defying stunts, high-flying aerial acts, and audience participation that keeps crowds on the edge of their seats.
Comedy Magic Shows
Part comedy, part mind-bending — shows that leave your guests laughing, stunned, and talking about it for weeks.
Classic Circus Show
Cincinnati’s original one-ring big circus show — fully produced grandstand entertainment for fairs, festivals, corporate events, and more.
Hypnosis & Mind Reading
Part comedy, part mind-bending — shows that leave your guests laughing, stunned, and talking about it for weeks.
Aerial Shows
Interactive, fully hosted murder mystery events that turn your guests into the stars of the show.
Ready to Bring The Statues To Your Party?
Book a Living Statue for Your Next Event!
Tell us about your event and we’ll put together a custom proposal — including the right number of artists for your crowd size and timeline.
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Office Hours
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
Contact Information
(513) 921-5454
info@cincinnaticircus.com
