Fire Shows
Fire Pixie is available for all types of events and many types of venues. We love performing for many different audiences, from huge arena shows to backyard luaus and birthday parties, to weddings and corporate events to festivals theme parks in the San Francisco Bay Area and around the world. See a partial list of our previous clients.
A Fire Pixie show consists of 1 - 6 performers and at least one dedicated fire safety person. We also bring along our high-powered PA sound system to ensure that your audience's experience is the best we can make it. Our costumes and our choreography are unparalleled, and our dances are filled with emotion and magic - your audience will not soon forget your event.
We do both indoor and outdoor shows. Fire Pixie is insured up to $2MM worth of damages, and we are knowledgeable about fire permits (when needed) and safety regulations.
Fire Safety
Fire Pixie is committed to providing our audience with the safest possible performance experience. Our performers and safety crew undergo rigorous training in the proper inspection, use and containment of equipment and fuels, and train in safety scenarios.
Our dedicated safety crew travels with us to every show and are all experienced in extinguishing several different types of flame - from the fire tools themselves, to the performers, to any flame that leaves the performers' immediate control.
Fire Pixie's equipment is made of the highest quality materials available and we perform inspections before and after every use. We flame retard our costumes and to use predominately natural fibers in their construction. For fuel, we use a mixture of white gas (Coleman) and liquid paraffin (lamp oil). Additionally, our fuel is stored in accordance with the codes and regulations specified by local fire departments and venues.
Fire Permits
For most shows on private property or for many outdoor shows, you do not need a fire permit. Fire Permits are sometimes necessary for fire shows on commercial or public property.
We are familiar with permitting processes and will help you obtain any necessary permits for public shows. The regulations for event fire permits in each city are slightly different. Contact your local fire department to find out regulations for your area.
To give you an idea of what to expect, here are the necessary steps for obtaining a permit in San Francisco:
- Provide the Fire Department with a plot plan illustrating the performance area (including the 4 walls, ceiling and floor)
- Provide the Fire Department with a plot plan illustrating the location of the fire performer, safety perimeter line, and the audience
- Provide proof of Insurance (1 Million dollars) each time you apply for a fire permit
- The insurance form also needs to list the City and County of San Francisco and it's employees as additional insured.
- Complete the permit application form and render permit fee at 698 2nd Street, cross street Townsend Street. (Hours: M-F: 8 - 11 am, 1 - 5 pm )
- Have fire tools inspected (in person) by the Fire Deparment
- Pay $165 to acquire your permit
- Provide information regarding event location, date, time; type of fire devices, fuel (containment, storage, transport), and safety details.