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Between the dream of grandeur and the need for visibility, stilt walkers are essential characters in the performing arts. On a spiritual level, they represent our desire to transcend ourselves and reach closer to the sky; on a practical level, their origins can simply be found on the theater stages of Ancient Greece. Actors there often wore high shoes to make themselves more visible to the audience. And that is precisely where the interest in stilt walkers lies: they are visible to your audience, and much more.
Where to use stilt walkers?
It is quite simple: if you find a venue with a ceiling height that can accommodate people 2 to 4 meters tall, they don’t need anything more. We often encounter them outdoors during parades or demonstrations, but they can also perform very well in banquet halls or performance venues.
Regarding the width of the venues, it all depends on the type of show you wish to organize. They can move along a street or remain more or less static and offer interesting performances. They can participate in a complex event or even constitute the main attraction of the show.
Why use stilt walkers during an event?
To return to the introduction, stilt walkers offer two major advantages: they are (very) visible and they make a strong impression on the audience, whether young or old. Stilt walkers easily attract attention and quickly become the center of events. Perched high on their stilts, they can occupy the space and take the time to compose complex acts, whether alone or in a group.
In fact, there are many types of stilt walkers that can integrate into all kinds of events. Multicolored stilt walkers will delight children (and their parents), ethnic stilt walkers will participate in multicultural events, musical stilt walkers can dance to various music… And for the highlight of the show, some even offer circus acts, such as juggling, Pixel Poï, or even fire breathing!
That being said, stilt walkers often offer an extra touch that makes all the difference. Most of them are artists who engage with the public; they do not hesitate to interact with both children and adults. Thus, they offer truly interactive shows that hit the mark every time, especially by combining their visibility with their mobility. Indeed, let us not forget that stull walkers are capable of moving: they can easily wander through the crowd and interact with spectators far from the starting point of the performance.
Stilt walkers for high-end events
Whether for a wedding party or a corporate event, we particularly recommend white stilt walkers. As their name suggests, they are dressed in a bright white costume that provides them with incomparable grace and solemnity. There is nothing like it to impress guests at a formal ceremony or to wow potential business partners with style.
But do not believe that white stilt walkers are there solely for decoration. Possessing a sense of self-deprecation, they are perfectly capable of setting the mood and ensuring the show, especially if there are several of them. At Eklabul, we advise always employing at least two to allow them to interact and create more interesting animations.
On our dedicated stilt walker page, you will find further information regarding stilt walkers. For our stilt walker parade shows, at Eklabul we focus on professionalism and on respecting the client’s needs and desires. Thus, we can guarantee a spectacular success for your event.