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Irvine, CA 
Santa Claus / Historical Character
7 miles from Newport Beach 
207 Verified Bookings Ian D. said “We hosted a Christmas party and were fortunate to have Santa as a guest. Communication booking, planning and leading up to the event could not have been…”
Long Beach, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
18 miles from Newport Beach
77 Verified Bookings Richard R. said “Santa is so real, you would swear he just flew in... kids and adults alike loved this Santa!”
Los Angeles, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
35 miles from Newport Beach
45 Verified Bookings Sarah F. said “Santa Ed was amazing, he arrived early and looked amazing. It was for a kids Santa Party at my work. The kids loved him. He was kind and sweet”
Los Angeles, CA
Historical Character
35 miles from Newport Beach We're a crew of Scoundrels, Gamblers, Bunko Artists and Con Men, presenting Authentic Old West games of chance and skill. We're perfect for Wild West…
Pasadena, CA
Classical Ensemble / Historical Character
39 miles from Newport Beach Jeffrey M. said “We had a very import event celebrating the 150 Year Anniversary of Ventura County at my Oxnard Historic Farm Park. I contacted Chuck Jacks and he put…”
Venice, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
40 miles from Newport Beach
68 Verified Bookings Stephanie W. said “Santa Joseph was wonderful with our kids, we cannot wait to have him back next year for our Christmas Party! Thank you for bringing the Christmas magic!”
Highland, CA
Historical Character
54 miles from Newport Beach
1 Verified Booking presentation, "Into the mind of George Washington"
Las Vegas, NV
Burlesque Entertainment / Historical Character
237 miles from Newport Beach
8 Verified Bookings Jenn E. said “The showgirls that worked our wedding reception were beautiful and wonderful! They engaged with all of the guests and made our Las Vegas wedding reception…”
Las Vegas, NV
Donald Trump Impersonator / Historical Character
237 miles from Newport Beach
2 Verified Bookings Michael D. said “We've hired John several times to play Trump and his other awesome character portrayals. He doesn't just impersonate the character, he masters…”
Denver, CO
Singing Telegram / Historical Character
831 miles from Newport Beach
37 Verified Bookings Sue M. said “Amy was punctual, funny and entertaining. She was able to weave many stories into a very cute poem tailored to the birthday girl. Would definitely recommend…”
Spokane, WA
Historical Character
971 miles from Newport Beach I am a Mark Twain tribute artist and history enthusiast, able to interact with audiences and answer questions in character as Twain, as well as provide a one-hour…
Vashon, WA
Historical Character
984 miles from Newport Beach
1 Verified Booking I play Albert Einstein in movies, commercials, trade shows and events of all kind. Folks of all ages happily line up for selfies with "Albert Einstein. Print…
Yukon, OK
Santa Claus / Historical Character
1153 miles from Newport Beach
38 Verified Bookings Rick W. said “Yukon Santa was absolutely great! Read stories, was humorous, held and hugged kids, and allowed lots of time for pics. Whole family thought he was fantastic!…”
Weatherford, TX
Actor / Historical Character
1164 miles from Newport Beach An actor and historical re-enactor, providing historical presentations for schools, libraries and any other function requiring a real look at history -- focusing…
Fort Worth, TX
Wedding Officiant / Historical Character
1191 miles from Newport Beach
9 Verified Bookings Kayelee C. said “He was well spoken, great energy and was just all around a highlight to our wedding”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 248 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #241 in popularity out of 542 categories on GigSalad
185 Historical Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
From request to booking, it takes 1 days (on average) to hire a Historical Character
Hiring a historical character can bring charm and intrigue to corporate events, school assemblies, weddings, birthday parties, and more. Characters like George Washington or Albert Einstein make history feel alive, adding a memorable, entertaining twist to any gathering. Find the perfect historical impersonator on GigSalad to give your guests an experience they won’t forget!
The cost to hire a historical character varies based on location, the character’s popularity, and the length and type of performance. For instance, a quick meet-and-greet with Abraham Lincoln might cost less than a full hour-long reenactment or speech, complete with historical attire and immersive storytelling. Reach out to the historical characters above to get a personalized quote for your event.
As you browse for your ideal historical figure, review profiles, watch videos of past performances, and read past client feedback to ensure you’re booking a character who’s both authentic and engaging. Communicate important event details—like timing, venue space, and any special requests—so they can deliver the perfect performance for your audience.
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