Entertainer/Lane Character/Roaming Character
About the event
About the application
?? ENTERTAINERS & PERFORMERS WANTED — ATHENS, TN ??
The gates are opening... and Raven’s Harvest needs its characters.
NVRMORE Entertainment & Festivals is seeking performers, entertainers, actors & roaming characters for:
? RAVENS & ROSES: RAVEN’S HARVEST ?
? The Barrel Room • Athens, TN
? October 16–18, 2026
We're building a full Victorian • Steampunk • Gothic • Pirate • Viking inspired festival experience — and we're looking for the wonderfully talented, unusual, dramatic and slightly unhinged people who can help us bring it to life. ?
? Actors & Character Performers
?☠️ Pirates, Vikings & Historical/Fantasy Characters
? Musicians & Musical Acts
? Specialty & Variety Performers
? Magicians & Street Performers
⚔️ Demonstration & Performance Groups
? Roaming Entertainment
? And those gloriously strange acts that don't fit neatly into a box
Raven’s Harvest comes alive all weekend — and gets a little darker when the sun goes down.
? Masked Ball
? Zombie Walk
? Scare Zones after 6 PM
? Daily Trick-or-Treating
Whether you command a stage, roam the grounds interacting with guests, perform as part of a troupe, or have an act that makes people stop and say “WHAT THE HELL IS THAT?! I need to see it.” — we want to hear from you.
?️ FREE General Admission • VIP Experiences Available
⏰ Friday 1–9 PM • Saturday 11 AM–9 PM • Sunday 11 AM–6 PM
Raven’s Harvest isn't just something guests attend. It's a world we're creating for the weekend.
Think you belong in it?
? Entertainment applications opening soon — link coming shortly.
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Terms & Conditions
RAVEN'S & ROSES
ENTERTAINER & CHARACTER APPLICATION TERMS & CONDITIONS
By submitting an application, applicants acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions:
APPLICATION & ACCEPTANCE
• Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.
• NVRMORE Entertainment & Festivals reserves the right to approve or deny any application at its sole discretion.
• Accepted participants will receive confirmation and event details prior to the event.
EVENT THEME
• Raven's & Roses is inspired by Victorian elegance, steampunk adventure, pirate culture, Viking exploration, gothic romance, historical fantasy, and old-world storytelling.
• Themed participation is encouraged but not required.
• Preference may be given to performers and characters whose acts complement the atmosphere and guest experience of the event.
• Characters based on copyrighted film, television, comic, anime, or video game properties are not permitted without appropriate licensing.
CONDUCT & PROFESSIONALISM
• All participants are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respectfully toward guests, vendors, sponsors, staff, volunteers, and fellow participants.
• Harassment, discrimination, aggressive behavior, intoxication, or disruptive conduct will not be tolerated.
• Participants may be removed from the event without compensation for violations of event policies.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT
• Raven's & Roses is a family-friendly event.
• Costumes, performances, language, props, and guest interactions must remain appropriate for a general audience.
• Event management reserves the right to require modifications to costumes, props, performances, or displays deemed inappropriate.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
• Participants must comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
• No live weapons are permitted.
• Prop weapons must be peace-bonded or otherwise approved by event management.
• Fire, pyrotechnics, smoke effects, open flames, or hazardous materials are prohibited unless approved in writing by event management.
• Participants are responsible for the safe operation and supervision of any approved props or equipment.
PERFORMANCE & PARTICIPATION
• Accepted performers and characters agree to participate during their approved schedule and designated performance periods.
• Roaming characters should remain active and engaged with guests while maintaining awareness of pedestrian traffic, vendor operations, and public safety.
• Event management reserves the right to modify schedules, locations, or performance assignments as needed.
LOAD-IN, PARKING & SETUP
• Participants must follow all load-in, parking, setup, and breakdown instructions provided by event management.
• Vehicles must be moved to designated parking areas prior to event opening unless otherwise authorized.
• Participants are responsible for their own equipment, costumes, displays, and personal belongings.
WEATHER POLICY
• Raven's & Roses is a rain-or-shine event.
• Participants should be prepared for changing weather conditions.
• No refunds, guarantees, or compensation will be provided due to weather-related impacts, attendance fluctuations, or circumstances beyond event management's control.
PHOTOGRAPHY & MEDIA RELEASE
• By participating, applicants grant NVRMORE Entertainment & Festivals permission to photograph, film, and use images or recordings of their participation for promotional, marketing, advertising, social media, and future event purposes without additional compensation.
LIABILITY
• Participants assume all risks associated with participation in the event.
• Participants are responsible for any injury, loss, theft, or damage to their persons, costumes, equipment, displays, or property.
• NVRMORE Entertainment & Festivals, LLC, its staff, volunteers, sponsors, venue partners, and affiliates shall not be held liable for injury, loss, theft, damage, delays, weather-related impacts, or other circumstances beyond their control.
EVENT MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
• Event management reserves the right to interpret and enforce all event rules and policies.
• Failure to comply with event policies may result in removal from the event and ineligibility for future participation.
Submission of an application constitutes acknowledgement and acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.
Questions on the application
User information
- First name
- Last name
- Gender
- Birthday
- Address
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- If Other discribe what you do
- How many performers are in your group?
- Please describe your space requirements.
- Please discribe
- Please provide additional details.
- Please provide additional details.
- Please provide additional details.
- Please provide additional details.
- Please provide additional details.
- Does your event insurance cover these activities?
- Does your event insurance cover these activities?
- Does your event insurance cover these activities?
- Does your event insurance cover these activities?
- Does your event insurance cover these activities?
- Do you have a set specified Rate
- Stage Name / Character Name (if applicable)
- Which best describes your participation?
- Please describe your character, act, performance, or entertainment offering
- How does your character or performance fit the Raven's & Roses atmosphere?
- Will you be performing on a schedule, roaming the grounds, or both?
- How many years have you been performing in public events?
- What makes your character, performance, or entertainment offering a good fit for Raven's & Roses?
- List any festivals, fairs, conventions, or events where you have previously performed.
- Upload at least 3 photos of your costume, character, performance, or previous appearances.
- Provide links to videos, social media pages, or websites showcasing your work (if available).
- Do you require a designated performance area?
- Will you bring any props, displays, sets, or equipment?
- Will your performance include any of the following?
- Which days are you available?
- Are you interested in:
- Are you willing to interact with guests for photos and conversation while in character?
- Is there anything else you would like us to know?
- Required Agreement
- I understand this application once submitted is a contract between NVRMORE Entertainment & Festivals LLC and myself
