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Vashon, WA 
Historical Character
237 miles from Springfield 
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…
Spokane, WA
Historical Character
367 miles from Springfield 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…
Las Vegas, NV
Burlesque Entertainment / Historical Character
685 miles from Springfield
8 Verified Bookings Scott F. said “Thank you very much for the showgirls at our wedding! We used them for our entrance and couldn't have been more thrilled. The ladies were on time…”
Las Vegas, NV
Donald Trump Impersonator / Historical Character
685 miles from Springfield
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…”
Pasadena, CA
Classical Ensemble / Historical Character
732 miles from Springfield 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…”
Los Angeles, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
736 miles from Springfield
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…”
Los Angeles, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
736 miles from Springfield
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
736 miles from Springfield 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…
Venice, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
737 miles from Springfield
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
753 miles from Springfield
1 Verified Booking presentation, "Into the mind of George Washington"
Long Beach, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
756 miles from Springfield
77 Verified Bookings Richard R. said “Santa is so real, you would swear he just flew in... kids and adults alike loved this Santa!”
Denver, CO
Singing Telegram / Historical Character
972 miles from Springfield
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…”
Yukon, OK
Santa Claus / Historical Character
1458 miles from Springfield
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!…”
Minneapolis, MN
Environmentalist / Historical Character
1460 miles from Springfield
1 Verified Booking Jennifer M. said “My fianceé is a huge admirer of Theodore Roosevelt, so I thought it would be great to have Teddy Roosevelt Live come to the rehearsal dinner for our wedding.…”
Des Moines, IA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
1492 miles from Springfield Melissa B. said “The Bawdy Buccaneers are a sure crowd pleaser. They will have you laughing until your inners hurt. Love these guys!!”
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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.
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