Also called: Fire Dancer, Fire Eater, Fire Spinner
Spins, juggles, and even 'breathes' fire in shows at festivals, luaus, and events.
A fire performer soaks poi or staffs in fuel, follows strict safety checks with a spotter, and performs a choreographed routine to music at a festival.
Approximate. Novelty performers are usually self-employed and paid per show or contract; income ranges from side-gig money to six figures for headliners.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. Self-taught with mentors; safety training essential.
Ways in: Self-taught. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Dance, Circus Arts.
Growing slowly. Small niche.
Low risk for 10 years. Live fire spinning and breathing at events stays human performance with real safety skills.
Classes: Physical education, Chemistry, Dance, Theater.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-2099.
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