Entertaining Performances and Acts Recommended for Men That Will Liven Up the Party

breakdancing

[Breakdancing] I tried to see if I could learn the windmill in just one day!!

What do you think of when you hear JO1, BE:FIRST, INI, Da-iCE, and DISH//? The answer is: they’re all male dance-vocal groups.

Right now, these dance-vocal groups are hugely popular in Japan, rivaling those in Korea.

Inspired by their success, many kids are actually taking dance lessons.

So, beginners are more than welcome! Let’s all put on a breakdance performance together! With guidance from experienced dancers, I’m sure we can come up with a routine that really hypes up the crowd.

Have the advanced parts handled by experienced members, the simpler sections by beginners, and finish with everyone together—that classic pattern is sure to get the audience excited!

Magic

Ponchi’s serious 11 magic tricks in a row—how many did you see through?

Magic is a popular act for livening up parties.

Table magic using playing cards or coins is easy to prepare and practice, so it’s something you can try casually.

Performing close to the audience lets you see their astonished expressions up close, which is part of the charm.

If you include a surprise element, the whole venue is sure to light up with smiles! Just be sure to prepare thoroughly in advance so you don’t slip up during the actual performance.

Captivate everyone with a memorable show that blends astonishment and laughter.

two-person robe (Nininbaori): a comedic act where two people share one kimono-like garment, with the rear person acting as the arms for the front person

If you don’t laugh, I’ll prostrate myself in apology [MY finished with a two-person haori skit].

A form of entertainment enjoyed since the early days of television, and still seen on TV even in the Reiwa era, the uniquely Japanese two-person act known as “Ninin-Bayashi” (literally, “two-person haori”).

Even if the act feels overdone and familiar, it’s still hilarious when performed by a big, burly guy! Whether it’s hard-to-eat soba noodles, ketchup-laden omurice, or piping-hot oden, every bite becomes a highlight.

Machami—Masami Hisamoto’s—solo version, the “one-person Ninin-Bayashi,” is also a riot, so if you’re confident, definitely give it a try!

Catching a live blade with bare hands

The truth behind catching a blade with bare hands? Revealing the trick and explaining concepts like weaponless disarming!

The common manga trope of catching a live blade even while blindfolded seems impossible for an ordinary person, but what’s the truth? There’s a similar technique in Yagyū Shinkage-ryū, and it appears that the stage-show version evolved from that.

You often see this “catching a live blade” bit in comedy sketches too—if you pull it off, the crowd goes wild, and if you fail, it still gets laughs, so it’s perfect for anyone looking to hype up the mood.

Since it’s heavy on performance elements, it’s especially recommended for guys with a background in theater!

Group gymnastics

[Since 6th Grade] When 22-year-old adults tried a two-person move from group gymnastics, we captured a terrifying scene

Are you familiar with Big Smalln, a comedy trio affiliated with the Manzai Association? Their act is one of a kind: a short man, a tall man, and an average-sized person perform a show that progresses like group gymnastics.

So, how about men who are confident in their physical strength trying some acrobatic formations? Perform nostalgic basics like assisted handstands, the cactus, and the Babel tower—just like you showed at elementary school sports days! With three people, you can even perform the Kabuto and the Mammoth.

Please be careful to avoid injuries.

balloon art

Five-Petaled Flower Balloon [Balloon Art Kanesan]

When you think of the most common thing you see at event spaces in department stores or malls on holidays…

yes, balloon art.

There are always lots of little kids gathered around the balloon art performers, and they whip up dogs and airplanes in just a few minutes and hand them out one after another.

I think it really works as entertainment, too.

These days there are people who teach on video sites, so it’s definitely something you can learn.

A style where two men, like a manzai duo, banter while working together to make a single piece would probably go over well, too.

Cheerleading

[Cheerleaders Performance Video] Waseda Earth Appreciation Festival 2025 — Okuma Auditorium Performance

Have you heard of the “Cheerimans,” formed from Team B of Waseda University’s cheerleading squad? As the name suggests, it’s a team of suit-wearing salarymen performing cheer routines.

In fact, they’re so skilled they’ve even appeared on overseas audition shows.

How about practicing by imitating their performances and showcasing it at a welcome party? Even if big stunts are tough, sharp dance moves and synchronized routines can surprise and move the audience.

You might even inspire people to say, “I want to join next year’s welcome party too!”

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