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variety artist

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performance artist

variety artist

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Code

2659.2.6

Description

Variety artists are multi-disciplinary artists who master in at least two of the following disciplines: comedy, dance, singing, circus arts, object manipulation and illusionism. They perform solo or collectively, may appear in music variety shows, cabaret, musicals and other entertainment events. Their artistic performance is characterised by the blending of arts, styles and disciplines.  

Alternative Labels

burlesque artist

burlesque performer

entertainer

escape artist

fantasist

hypnotist

illusionist

lookalike artist

magical performer

magician

mime artist

musical hall artist

musician

pantomime actor

sword swallower

variety artist

variety arts perfomer

variety performer

ventriloquist

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

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