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Nikki Talis
- New York City, NY
- Fire Eater
- Travels up to 500 miles
- Contact for rates
Overview
Nikki Talis is a professional fire eater, breather, dancer and model. A gogo dancer turned sideshow performer, her skill sets include bed of nails stunts, broken glasswalking and acts mixed with a touch of burlesque. Let her heat up your event with some fire eating, intrigue you with some classic sideshow spectacle or add some ambiance with bodypaint modeling.
She is the CoFounder of Circo Draconum- a sideshow, burlesque and variety show with her partner Alexander Spitfire. Together they offer solo performances, and even sizzling unique fire duets! Showcasing performers with skillsets ranging from sword swallowing to contortion to bellydance, Circo Draconum is also available for hire.
41 Reviews
Nikki and Alex were exactly what we needed to make our Caribbean Carnival party pop! The different props and tricks are still being talked about two weeks later! The communication between myself and Nikki was excellent and she was very helpful through out the duration of planning for their arrival. I would absolutely book with them again.
Omg!! When you have your event make it a must to book Nikki and her crew they did a fantastic/amazing job for my daughter’s 18th birthday party. She even helped me put things together and in order prior to the event. She’s amazing and She’s a very very sweet person. Everyone at the party loved it all
Nicki and Alex were so responsive, accommodating and professional, its a rare find in any industry! they answered all of our questions, provided all paperwork and were incredibly pleasant leading up to the event, for which they also brought other performers (stilt walker/juggler and hoop dancer). They looked smashing and blew everyone away (all ages!) with their multiple riveting and high energy fire performances. I recommend them highly and cant wait for another opportunity to see them perform again. Thanks to them and to Gig Salad for the intro!
Circus Entertainment, Fire Performer, Stunt Performer, Fire Eater
Response from Nikki Talis:
We're so glad you enjoyed the show and that the costuming was to your liking! It was a pleasure working with you and appreciate your feedback and attention to detail! It was a beautiful party and we are so glad to have been able to be a part of it. Thanks for the delicious food and awesome snuggies! Can't wait to try out more at your restaurants! Mazel Tov again to you, your family and Jake!
Nikki and Alex wowed our guests with their fire "works". Nikki was very haute and personable. I would recommend them to others.
We booked Michael, a world class juggler, for our community program. This was actually the second time we had him, and he was incredibly entertaining. Perfect for kids and adults, I highly recommend.
Great show
Easy to communicate with
Punctual
Highly recommend
Corporate Entertainment
Have you ever experienced your neighbors and children's friends talking about your event weeks later ? Well that is what I am experiencing now !!! I threw my twin daughter's 15th birthday party in my backyard and Maggie was the entertainer for the evening. My ooh my, hands down with no regrets she did an outstanding job greeting the guest and even dancing the whole time she was there . Maggie is such an awesome entertainer ,her aura was pleasant her interreaction was natural. I will definitely recommend their services to anyone. And I will definitely be using them again for my daughter's sweet 16 birthday party next year!!
He was amazing. Did activities with the kids. Highly recommend.
Stilt Walker
Great service, quick response, the juggler was amazing
Juggler
Our face painter did a very high quality work, unique and well thought. All parents were impressed. The whole team is efficient, courteous and professional; the customer service is great as well. I highly recommend them. And thank you for helping to make this party a beautiful event!
Face Painter
They were very very professional showed up early totally prepared gave an amazing performance worked so very well with the children my daughter enjoyed her fifth birthday it was truly an amazing event thank you guys so much for helping me make this day unforgettable for her everyone felt truly like we were at a circus the performers were so detailed and on point I think you guys very very much I really appreciate it and I look forward to doing business with you in the future
Circus Entertainment, Juggler, LED Performer, Stilt Walker, Fire Eater
This was a great time and everyone enjoyed it. Seeing a firebreather, fireeater, firedancer perform was an unexpected experience for the attendees. They were safe, fun and exciting. If you have not had a fire experience, this is one you will want to have. We had this as part of our going away party for a close friend who was leaving NYC and it was worth it.
Fire Dancer, Fire Performer, Fire Eater
Was amazing and entertaining!!!
A definite rehire.
Was a absolute pleasure dealing with Nikki and her entertainment provided was too notch!
Circus Entertainment, Stilt Walker
Was amazing and accommodated all of our needs!
Fire Dancer, Fire Performer
Alex and his team were very entertaining. They were professional and did a great job. My guests love the fire performance. Will definitely use them again.
Fire Performer
The juggler was coming to do more of a side act and not a main act show. He had a solid and simple show.
Juggler
We absolutely loved having this duo of stilt walkers at the Halloween Spooktacular for our elementary school event. We will repeat for sure! Thank you!
Stilt Walker
Nikki was a pleasure to work with! Always checking up a few days befoehand and after the show as well. Highly recommend.
Sideshow
Nikki put on a great show for my daughters 21st Birthday! Sexy, spicy and HOT!!! I highly recommend!!!
Performer arrived promptly on time, set up quickly, and delivered a spectacular performance that lasted longer than expected! The performer was extremely professional and had a ton of fun with us. I couldn’t recommend more!
Sword Swallower
Response from Nikki Talis:
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review! We're so glad you had such a fun experience! Hope to celebrate more special events with you soon!
Very nice and entertaining. I hired her for my son’s 1st birthday and even the adults had a great time with her. She included the kids and adults in her entertainment. Very fun, would definitely use their services again.
Our experience with Nikki Talis was incredible throughout the entire process. We booked her for a school picnic and she had suggestions that were spot on for our wide range of ages if guests. Nikki was extremely patient and thorough while we were sorting through our entertainment options. She communicated frequently leading up to the event and of course on the day of. The entertainment arrived early and were an absolute smash! The kids were mesmerized by the balloon show and the juggler was the perfect compliment to our laid back event. He engaged with everyone and there was nothing but positive feedback! I would about recommend using Nikki for any event. I certainly will be contacting her again!
Balloon Twister, Circus Entertainment, Juggler
Response from Nikki Talis:
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review! My team and I are so happy you and your guests enjoyed the entertainment! It was a pleasure organizing and working with you for this occassion and look forward to putting together more fun events with you in the future! Thanks again!
We were very excited to have a belly dancer show for the first time. First, she arrived late. She was supposed to arrive at 6:30 (30min it’s prior to show time) and arrived at 7:10pm. She did not notify me that she would be arriving late or that she was on her way. No one contacted me before the day to touch base or confirm, I had to reach out to them. The actual dancing was a disappointment. While everyone enjoyed the entertainment, she did not dance in a way that was worth $300. She took out a sword that she was meant to balance on various parts of her body but it kept falling. The only fun part was seeing my guests get up and dance next to her. I would not book again.
Belly Dancer
Response from Nikki Talis:
Thank you for taking the time to bring up your feedback about our entertainer and service. I truly apologize that things were not perfect for your special event as you expected. I was in contact with my performer leading up to the event and most certainly should have also let you know that we were still on board. There's no excuse for her being late and it is unacceptable. We have not had a complaint with her before and your event most certainly should not have been the exception. All of us aim to be there 30 minutes prior, so again, I do apologize she began her performance 10 minutes later than promised. We take great pride in being punctual, professional and entertaining and I will relate this to my team and try our best to adjust where we may have been at fault. I will follow up with my performer to take appropriate action and you shortly if you are willing to discuss this further, in the meantime please accept my sincerity, and wishes that your birthday was otherwise memorable and amazing.
WE had a great experience with Nikki Talis and our performer Maggie. She was so great and awesome addition to our event. Nikki was very communicative and easy to work with for booking.
Stilt Walker
Nikki and her network are unmatched. She not only made my booking experience as seamless as possible (with fairly short notice), she personally paid a visit to ensure all performances were executed at the highest standard. Highly recommend! Truly, a one stop shop for any event. You will not be disappointed.
Balloon Twister, Belly Dancer, Circus Entertainment, Juggler
Response from Nikki Talis:
We really appreciate you taking the time to write a review and are so happy you enjoyed our acts! Thanks so much and Happy Birthday!!!
Dealing with Nikki was a pleasure, the price was resonable, and the guests really enjoyed the performance. Nikki and her staff worked with us before and during the event to make sure everything was interesting and safe.
Circus Entertainment, Variety Entertainer, Variety Show, Fire Eater
First and foremost Nikki is amazing and so were her entertainers.
She was very easy to talk too, professional, and punctual. I will not hesitate to utilize her and her team for future entertainment and parties.
A+++++
1920s Era Entertainment, Face Painter, Juggler
Enough words cannot be said about the performance my organization and audience experienced. Michael the Amazing is exactly that. The excitement, the energy, and the difficulty was over the top. We cannot thank you enough. It was very easy to communicate with Nikki. She is very professional and thorough. Thank you for everything. Highly recommendable for any event.
Juggler
Very good with the kids, very entertaining and he's all around a sweet guy! Would hire him again in a minute!!
Juggler
I had Nikki and the crew perform at my daughter's 5th birthday party and it was a 10-star performance. The crew was very polite and understanding. Nothing but amazing and I will definitely book again!!! And so should you.
Nikki Talis made my birthday party so special her grace as well as her phenomenal Fire performance was absolutely amazing!!
Thank you Nikki
Fire Performer, Fire Eater
Nikki provided 2 performers who arrived early and did a great job overall. Both were excellent at their crafts and were professional and polite. I would recommend Nikki to anyone preparing for an event.
Stilt Walker, Variety Entertainer
Nikki coordinated having two performers come out to our company event in NYC. They were extremely professional and so fun to have! Definitely recommend Nikki if you are looking to host a seamless and entertaining event!
Juggler, Magician
I came to Nikki with an unusual request. After being turned down from multiple entertainers, I was sure to receive another no.
Not this time, Nikki was very open to making any accommodations for this special event ! Nikki sent a stilt walker and a hooper. The two did an amazing job !! My family and I are beyond appreciative of the amazing performance we received.
Phenomenal event that will go in the books !!!
BOOK WITH HER!! You will not regret it :)
I hired Nikki to spice up my birthday party. She did a fire routine with an umbrella she set on fire! It had sparklers in it and everything. Really wild stuff.
Then she did a really sexy fire strip tease for me. She used the fire to burn off her clothing. She was so close to me I could feel the heat from the fire. Then at the end she had Happy Birthday banners hidden under her bra. Really creative and sexy act. 10/10 would hire again.
Fire Eater
They were extremely professional and extremely entertaining. Nikki contacted me before the party so they could set up a show exactly how I wanted it! They are amazingly talented and all of my guests are still bragging about their performance. I would highly recommend Nikki for anyone’s party! You will not be disappointed! Thank you again Nikki! Hope to have you at our future events!
Fire Eater
We had an amazing time with Nikki and her partner. They performed outside at our daughters Bat Mitzvah and were stunning. It was a mesmerizing and the children and the adults could not take their eyes away from the duo. We plan to have them again at a night show. They took pictures with guests afterwards and were personable and kind to everyone. We loved their visual artistry and costumes. Bravo Nikki - Aliyah will remember her amazing day!
Fire Dancer, Fire Performer
Response from Nikki Talis:
Thanks for taking the time to write a review Anyika! It was a gorgeous event and such a momentous occasion, thanks for letting us help celebrate it! Glad your party enjoyed it and hope to be able to show you a night version when you're ready!
Nikki was so easy to communicate with through the entire process. She helped put together a great performer that met all the needs for our event. I would highly suggest using their services for your next party or event.
Nicki and Alex were so responsive, accommodating and professional, its a rare find in any industry! they answered all of our questions, provided all paperwork and were incredibly pleasant leading up to the event, for which they also brought other performers (stilt walker/juggler and hoop dancer). They looked smashing and blew everyone away (all ages!) with their multiple riveting and high energy fire performances. I recommend them highly and cant wait for another opportunity to see them perform again. Thanks to them and to Gig Salad for the intro!
Circus Entertainment, Fire Performer, Stunt Performer, Fire Eater
Thanks for a great show. The performers were professional and made our party something to remember. Who can resist a fire breather and a flaming pumpkin? We will be reaching out again for next year.
Fire Performer, Sideshow, Stunt Performer, Fire Eater
Response from Nikki Talis:
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review for Circo Draconum! We're glad you enjoyed it, and we're looking forward to helping you celebrate again whenever you need something unique and explosive! Happy Holidays!
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 5 - 45 minutes
Languages: English, Russian, Spanish
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Specialty Insurance Company
What to Expect
Nikki Talis specializes in fire eating, breathing, and fire dancing. She also performs sideshow feats such as bed of nails stunts (sometimes with cinderblock smash), broken glass walking,which often includes audience participation if you are looking for something more interactive.
Nikki offers anything from a choreographed act(s) to background ambiance to a full on show with other performers. Her shows last anywhere from 5 minutes to 1 hour and more, depending on what you're looking for. It can be straight through or split up into sets. Let her know what you are looking for and what your vision is, and she will try her best to make it into a reality.
If you want something more than just an act or ambiance set, then a Circo Draconum show will satisfy that craving for excitement. Usually 4 performers will put on a 1-2 hour spectacle. The amount of performers and show duration is up to you. Performers' skillsets' range anywhere from sideshow, fire, bellydance, contortion, aerial, sword swallowing, human pincushion, led, hooping, ribbon dance, and more.
About
Nikki Talis and Circo Draconum have been featured on Vocativ, (link hidden) and F.I.R.E. Arts Magazine. They produce one of the only FDNY sanctioned all fire shows in NYC, Draco's Inferno.
She has performed and curated shows all over the east coast at venues, events and companies such as the French Consulate, FUNKO POP, Junior League at Pelham, Bizzare Bar, Mehanata, Botanic Lab, R-Bar, Hell's Kitchen Lounge, the Slipper Room, Coney Island USA Sideshows by the Seashore, Le Souk, Bloodmanor, Buschwick Burlesque, Sharkbite Sideshow, Scarlit Artesque, Deadflower's Smokin Gun Revue, Workbook's Creative Carnival, Cash Cabaret, Standard Toykraft, Tommy's Tattoo Convention, Wildwood Beach Bash Tattoo Convention, Woofstock and Circus of Dreams.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
December 07, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
October 25, 2024 • 9:00pm - 9:30pm | Halloween Party |
October 19, 2024–October 20, 2024 • 11:00pm - 1:00am | Concert |
October 05, 2024 • 9:00pm - 10:00pm | House Party |
September 02, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Corporate Event |
June 19, 2024 • 9:00pm - 9:30pm | House Party |
May 26, 2024 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
April 12, 2024 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
February 17, 2024 • 8:00pm - 8:45pm | Nonprofit Event |
December 21, 2023 • 8:30pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event |
November 24, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
October 29, 2023 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Halloween Party |
October 22, 2023 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
October 02, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Festival |
August 26, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
July 14, 2023 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Holiday Party |
July 02, 2023 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
June 18, 2023 • 12:30pm - 5:30pm | Product Promotion |
June 11, 2023 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
June 10, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
June 03, 2023 • 8:30pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 03, 2023 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Fair |
May 21, 2023 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
May 17, 2023 • 11:00pm - 11:30pm | House Party |
March 07, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
March 07, 2023 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
February 03, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Dinner Party |
January 26, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Corporate Event |
January 14, 2023 • 10:00pm - 10:30pm | Birthday Party |
December 18, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Holiday Party |
December 18, 2022 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Holiday Party |
December 10, 2022 • 9:00pm - 9:45pm | Birthday Party |
November 17, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Birthday Party |
November 12, 2022 • 10:00pm - 10:15pm | School Assembly |
October 30, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
October 29, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Festival |
October 22, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | House Party |
October 15, 2022 • 8:15pm - 9:15pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
October 10, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 07, 2022 • 6:00am - 9:00am | Personal Occasion |
October 06, 2022 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
September 17, 2022 • 9:00pm - 9:15pm | Birthday Party |
September 05, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Holiday Party |
September 04, 2022 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
September 03, 2022 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Festival |
August 26, 2022 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Camp Event |
August 23, 2022 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Camp Event |
August 07, 2022 • 9:00pm - 9:15pm | Birthday Party |
August 06, 2022 • 9:00pm - 9:30pm | Surprise |
July 30, 2022 • 9:30pm - 10:30pm | Birthday Party |
July 30, 2022 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Bridal Shower |
July 30, 2022 • 11:30am - 3:30pm | Bridal Shower |
July 29, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Reception |
July 17, 2022 • 12:00am - 12:30am | Birthday Party |
July 15, 2022–July 16, 2022 • 11:30pm - 12:00am | Birthday Party |
July 09, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Camp Event |
June 26, 2022 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Birthday Party |
June 25, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
June 19, 2022 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Personal Occasion |
June 18, 2022 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
June 11, 2022 • 9:30pm - 10:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
June 04, 2022 • 7:00pm - 7:45pm | Birthday Party |
June 04, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
May 21, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
May 14, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
May 13, 2022 • 9:00pm - 11:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 07, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
April 30, 2022 • 6:30pm - 10:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
March 17, 2022 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Religious Celebration |
March 13, 2022 • 11:00am - 11:45am | Christmas Party |
February 19, 2022 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm | Nonprofit Event |
December 04, 2021 • 6:30pm - 6:45pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
December 01, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Nonprofit Event |
October 30, 2021 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Halloween Party |
October 23, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Baby Shower |
October 23, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Festival |
October 23, 2021 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Festival |
September 25, 2021 • 9:00pm - 9:15pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
September 12, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
September 02, 2021 • 10:00pm - 10:15pm | Birthday Party |
August 22, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
August 21, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Quinceañera |
August 20, 2021 • 10:30pm - 10:45pm | Wedding Reception |
August 15, 2021 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Birthday Party |
August 14, 2021 • 8:30pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
July 31, 2021 • 9:00pm - 9:45pm | Teen Birthday Party |
July 17, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
July 15, 2021 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
June 26, 2021 • 9:00pm - 9:45pm | Birthday Party |
June 26, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Birthday Party |
June 09, 2021 • 9:00pm - 10:00pm | House Party |
April 27, 2021 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Surprise |
November 07, 2020 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party |
October 31, 2020 • 8:00pm - 9:30pm | Wedding Reception |
October 24, 2020 • 8:30pm - 8:45pm | House Party |
October 17, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
October 10, 2020 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
September 12, 2020 • 9:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
October 24, 2015 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Holiday Party (Halloween) |
October 17, 2015–October 18, 2015 • 8:00pm - 1:00am | Birthday (Adult) |
October 09, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | New York |
October 02, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Tommy's Tattoo Convention CT |