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Similar to the living statue, it is a performer who stays immobile for extended periods, enacting a statue to startle or amuse passersby when they move slightly or unexpectedly.

A performance art involving the acting out of a story through body motions, without use of speech. Example: A mime trapped in an invisible box.

A magician who performs magic tricks in public places for passersby. Example: A close-up card magician drawing a crowd on a city sidewalk.

A performer who poses as a statue and may use realistic makeup or costumes to mimic historical figures, fantastical beings, or famous artworks.

Another term for a chalk artist, often creating large, impressive artworks on the ground that engage the public as they walk by. Example: Pavement artists drawing famous historical scenes.

A type of street theater designed to deliver a social or political message through impromptu, provocative performances. Example: A flash mob to raise awareness for an environmental cause.

The skill of manipulating objects for entertainment by tossing and catching or balancing them. Example: A performer juggling clubs, balls, or flaming torches.

A type of busking performance that typically gathers a large crowd into a circle. Examples: street magic shows, fire twirling, large acrobatic acts.

An individual who interrupts or harasses the performer or the audience. Example: Someone who shouts at a musician or tries to disrupt the flow of the performance.

A street artist who stands still, often painted or dressed to look like a statue, as part of their performance. Example: A person painted in silver to resemble a medieval knight.

The act of manipulating fire-based props, such as fire staffs or poi, during a performance. Example: Fire spinners performing to music at night for dramatic effect.

The script or speech given by buskers at the end of their performance to encourage tips. Example: A juggler reminding the crowd that their donations keep the show running.

The location where a busker performs. Example: The steps of a museum, a busy street corner, or a city square.

The practice of collecting money from the audience at the end of a performance. Example: A performer walks around with a hat or open case for audience members to drop donations into.

The performance of extraordinary feats of balance, agility, and motor coordination. Example: Tumbling, contortionists, or partner acrobatics in public spaces.

A busking act designed for people who are on the move, so they watch the performance as they walk by. Examples: Statues, small music ensembles, solo instrumentalists.

The act of performing in public places for voluntary donations. Examples include street musicians, magicians, and living statues.

A form of theater that is performed on the street or in public places. Examples: Improvised skits, short plays, interactive theater.

The shaping of special modeling balloons into sculptures, often animals or flowers. Example: A busker creating a balloon animal for a child.