Street Performers

Street performance is basically performing or entertaining in a public area in return for cash and in some instances performers also accept gratuity in kind like food and drinks. The performances are usually able to attract some passersby and especially tourists like me who are ever ready to shoot some photos to remember by.

The type of performance one can do is so wide ranging. Music is very common and so are street art, dance, mime, statues, fortune telling, comedy, magic tricks and even peddling.

In tough times, more people resort to showing off their skills and creativity on the street. It is a decent means of earning a living. Poor weather would mean that performers are not able to set up 'shop' for this business that is so dependent on the presence of a generous audience to help put food on the table and pay the rent.

Of course some performers are merely using the public arena to hone their live skills. I hear there are some who have become celebrities through busking.

The snapshots are all my own. These were taken during my travels in Spain and Germany.

Best wishes to all immensely fortunate Steemians on the way to attend Steemfest at Krakow. Have a productive meet and stay safe!