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“Britton is a charismatic performer who appears genuinely thrilled to share how simple his seemingly death-defying acts really are. ”
— Chicago Reader
“A fast-paced and funny look at life as a fire-eater.”
— Chicago Tribune

FreakShow & Tell?

At 16 years old, I began seeing sideshow acts and started performing in a circus. I learned various skills and performed about 12 times a day, 7 days a week. It was a wonderful and exhausting practice.

In my early 20s, I decided to continue my education. I went to college and earned an Applied Sciences degree. This training is nothing special, but it feeds my love of science and makes me ask, "How does that work?"

The acts I have chosen for you this evening are the creme de la creme, the very best and most interesting experiments I've had the pleasure of learning and performing.

“I highly recommend putting aside your preconceived notions about freak shows so that you can enjoy a very entertaining evening that’s ripped from the history pages.”
— April A. Taylor, Author
FreakShow & Tell at TedX
“Fire eating, glass walking and hundreds of thousands of volts of electricity collide with comedy and storytelling in this one-of-a-kind show.”
— Variety Guide

One of the world's most unique fire eaters. Thom Britton blends stand-up comedy, storytelling and danger into an act that is 10,000 years old and brand new - at the same time.

But, the show isn't just fire eating!

Over 100,000 volts of electricity, nails, chainsaws and broken glass are playthings for Thom Britton in FreakShow & Tell. 

News Clips

“What makes Thom very special, is that he wants to explain it all to you.”
— College of Curiosity
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Chicago Reader

“Britton is a charismatic performer who appears genuinely thrilled to share how simple his seemingly death-defying acts really are. His explanations are peppered with jokes and carnival flair, making even the dullest details memorable and entertaining.”

“Britton has traded classic sideshow glitz for a lab coat and a personable demeanor.”
— Chicago Reader
“He’ll eat fire, walk on glass, absorb a million volts for your amusement.”
— Chicago Sun-Times
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Yelp Official Blog

A show unlike any other — part lecture, part story and part physics lesson, Thom Britton had everyone on the edge of their seats. The best part? Getting a lesson on how to eat fire!

“A completely unique sideshow act full of fire-eating, glass-walking, chainsaws, electricity and much much more!”
— Chicago Painted Red
“His one-man show breaks circus acts — such as fire swallowing — down to bare bones physics.”
— DNA info
“a fast-paced and funny look at life as a fire-eater.”
— Chicago Tribune
“You helped inspire thousands...”
— The Museum of Science and Industry
“That is unbelievable!”
— Good Day Chicago
“You Need Nerves of Steel and a Bit of Science to Eat Fire ”
— Gizmodo
“His tireless work ethic, unusual background and eclectic collection of passions translate to the stage as a truly novel and subversive experience.”
— Performance Revue (podcast)

Where has FreakShow & Tell been performed?

 

Theaters:

  • The Lyric Opera House, Chicago

  • Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

  • Cornservatory Theater, Chicago

  • The Lincoln Loft, Chicago

  • The No Exit Theater, Chicago

  • The Den Theater, Chicago

  • Work/Play Theater, Birmingham

  • The Emerald Theater, Detroit

  • True Brew Theater, New Orleans

  • Space Club HQ, Chicago

  • Nebbia Gallery, Chicago

  • The WIP Theater, Chicago

  • Mary-Arrchie Theatre, Chicago

  • Goose Island Theater, Chicago

  • The Arlee Theater, Illinois

  • Prop Theater, Chicago

  • Time Community Theater, Oshkosh

  • PARC Theater, Michigan

Science Centers

  • Ontario Science Centre, Toronto

  • Arizona Science Center, Arizona

  • Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

  • International Museum of Surgical Science, Chicago

Clubs:

  • Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Detroit

  • The Rockin’ Horse, Baton Rouge

  • The Other Place, Traverse City

  • Richoux’s Comedy Club, Baton Rouge

  • The Lincoln Lodge, Chicago

  • The Baton Show Lounge, Chicago

Festivals:

  • City Stages, Birmingham

  • 99X Fest, Atlanta

  • Sloss Fright Furnace, Birmingham

  • Abbey Hoffman Died For Our Sins, Chicago

  • Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, Phoenix

Appeared with:

  • Penn & Teller

  • Green Day

  • Mighty Mighty Bosstones

  • Lincoln Park

  • Disturbed

  • Incubus

  • Stone Temple Pilots

Colleges:

  • Norwich University

  • West Virgina Tech

  • Gannon University

  • Central Mich. University

  • Eastern Kentucky University

  • Sussex County Comm College

  • Hartwick College

  • Thompkins – Cortland Comm college

  • Elgin Comm College

  • Salem International University

  • Univ VA Wise

  • Pikeville College

  • Western Kentucky University

  • Muskingham College

  • Edison Comm College

  • Urbana College

  • Transylvania University

  • Wayne State University

  • Hocking College

  • Concord College

  • St. Boneventure University

  • Hilbert College

  • Rutgers College

  • Cartret College

  • Central Mich. University

  • Eastern Kentucky University

  • Sussex County Comm. College

  • UNC Pembroke

  • Longwood University

  • Clemson University

  • Alfred University

  • SUNY Delhi

  • SUNY Cobleskill

  • Kutztown University

  • Albion College

  • Indiana University

  • Lake Erie College

  • College of DuPage

  • Aurora University

  • Hiram College

  • Arizona State University

  • SUNY Oneonta

  • Monroe College

  • Alfred State University

  • Herkimer Comm. College

  • Eastern Il University

  • Chattanooga State University

  • Abraham Baldwin College

  • Univ. of W. Florida

  • Catonsville Comm. College

PLUS a ton more that I can't remember. 

Returning in 2025…

Magic VS Science

18 and over only - adult language and concepts. Not for children.

Jacob Mayfield is a mind reader. Thom Britton (FreakShow & Tell) is a science nerd! They have joined forces and combined shows for an evening’s event.

6pm Doors Open at the Theater.
Come on in, pick your seat in the theater and grab some snacks!

7pm SHOWTIME!
The show starts with FreakShow & Tell, A scientific look at: Fire Eating, Tesla Coils and Glass Walking. Thom Britton (FreakShow & Tell) explains the science behind some of the most amazing feats ever witnessed.

Then Jacob will join Thom onstage to demonstrate a place where science and mind reading overlap! A little combo-trick to bridge the gap.

Now Jacob Mayfield takes over - reading your mind, predicting the future and showing you the potential of the human mind only dreamt of in sci-fi.

And then… a FINALE! Another combo-trick to finish the show with both Thom and Jacob performing together on stage. New material AND classics from both performers in ONE SHOW!

8:30pm Show’s over.. almost.
Join us in the lobby for a little Q&A and a free gift for you from both of the performers! Have some more snacks - we won’t judge you.

9pm Go home!
Get out of here with souvenirs and memories you will never forget.

WHAT A SHOW!