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Davidson, NC 
Historical Character
41 miles from Shelby Travis Bowman is an author, film producer, and 7th generation descendant of "Hercules of the Revolution" and stands 6'6” just like his famous ancestor.…
Gibsonville, NC
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
125 miles from Shelby A charming element and a fantastic vibe for any event; Omar is a Fire dancer, Tarot reader, Fantasy character actor, Stunt performer, Conversationalist, model and…
Buford, GA
Historical Character
162 miles from Shelby "Conversations with Mark Twain" is a critically acclaimed show starring national touring actor Kurt H. Sutton. This is the most entertaining and fun Mark…
Decatur, GA
Princess Party / Historical Character
189 miles from Shelby 
46 Verified Bookings Maria S. said “Guest loved Jasmine and aladdin”
Atlanta, GA
Historical Character
194 miles from Shelby
2 Verified Bookings David P. said “Dan McMichael of Revolutionary Days if truly a remarkable performer, storyteller and historian! His program as the great Revolutionary War General and…”
Atlanta, GA
Historical Character
194 miles from Shelby My service is that of a solo historical impersonator of HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN- the greatest female heroine of the 19th century- Underground Railroad conductor, civil…
Murfreesboro, TN
Historical Character
276 miles from Shelby
6 Verified Bookings Jeb B. said “I hosted Mr. McMahan’s Lincoln portrayal for my residents at The Villages of Murfreesboro Senior Living Facility. Not only was I blown away by his performance…”
Huntsville, AL
Santa Claus / Historical Character
288 miles from Shelby
8 Verified Bookings Tammy S. said “We enjoyed having Santa Craig Cringle with us for our holiday party. He was extremely professional, arrived early, stayed later and the kids and adults…”
Culpeper, VA
Bartender / Historical Character
294 miles from Shelby
27 Verified Bookings Sonya L. said “My client's main contract is with NASA.... I needed an astronaut stat.... and District Talent delivered! They were there on time and event performed…”
Williamsburg, VA
Historical Character
302 miles from Shelby Dr. Benjamin Franklin has appeared at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, and other museums; at schools and special events. He is happy to speak on any…
Pendleton, KY
Look-Alike / Historical Character
302 miles from Shelby Beau has 30 plus years stage experience in community, semi-professional, and professional theatre. Beau has over 100 celebrity and political impressions to his…
Lancaster, OH
Historical Character
311 miles from Shelby I am a professional first person portrayer of George Washington. I travel across the United Stares keeping the history of the “Father of Our Country” alive.
Mount Vernon, VA
Leadership/Success Speaker / Historical Character
341 miles from Shelby
5 Verified Bookings Mindy C. said “James was a true delight to work with. As George Washington, James attended a wedding reception to read and present a Proclamation for the newlywed couple.…”
Jacksonville, FL
Historical Character
343 miles from Shelby Shakespeare performer and impersonator. One-person Shakespeare show and talkback for schools. Acting Shakespeare workshops.
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
348 miles from Shelby
5 Verified Bookings Ben L. said “Bill and Cresha came to my 8th grade social studies class to perform a Civil War demonstration. Bill dressed as a private in the Union army, in an authentic…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 247 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #242 in popularity out of 541 categories on GigSalad
186 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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