Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Balloon Entertainment Experts in Milwaukee
Founded in 1991, Half Twisted- Half Knot- Half Knot has evolved into Wisconsin's premier balloon entertainment company. Our journey began with Peter John Lindsay's passion for magic and escape artistry, which gradually expanded to focus on innovative balloon twisting after discovering its unique appeal during performances in London. Over three decades, we've perfected the art of combining comedy, magic, and balloon artistry to create unforgettable experiences for events of all sizes. Our team holds multiple international balloon competition awards and has pioneered techniques like LED-integrated balloon displays and hand-rolled balloon 'paintings' that have gained global recognition. We maintain rigorous quality standards through continuous skill development and by incorporating cutting-edge materials like squeakers and illuminated elements into our designs. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our 7-12 month booking lead times, reflecting both demand and our dedication to delivering meticulously crafted performances. We serve clients across five states while maintaining strong local roots in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin.
Services
Balloon Twisting
Family Shows
Magic Comedy
Balloon Decorations
Event Entertainment
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of professional balloon entertainment experience since 1991
- Our team holds multiple international balloon competition awards
- We pioneered LED-integrated balloon displays and hand-rolled balloon 'paintings'
- We serve five states while maintaining local expertise in Wisconsin markets
- Our shows feature unique comedy-balloon hybrid performances not found elsewhere
Services
Balloon Twisting
Transform ordinary events into magical experiences through expert balloon twisting artistry. Our performers create intricate animals, characters, and custom designs using vibrant, high-quality balloons. Each creation incorporates interactive elements like squeakers and LED lights for added entertainment value. Perfect for weddings, corporate events, and birthday parties across Wisconsin and surrounding states.
Family Shows
Engaging family-friendly performances combining comedy, magic, and balloon artistry. Our shows feature audience participation, surprise elements, and the popular giant six-foot balloon wrestling act. Designed for all ages, these interactive experiences create lasting memories at festivals, community events, and private celebrations throughout the Midwest.
Magic Comedy
Hilarious magic performances blending sleight-of-hand illusions with family-appropriate comedy. This 60-minute show requires no balloons, making it ideal for schools and libraries. Featuring audience volunteers and interactive tricks, it delivers clean entertainment perfect for educational settings and family gatherings across Wisconsin and Illinois.
Balloon Decorations
Custom balloon decorations including arches, centerpieces, and themed displays. Our designs incorporate unique elements like LED lighting and multi-balloon structures. While not our primary focus, we create select decorative pieces for special events when scheduling permits, with examples available in our online portfolio.
Event Entertainment
Full-service event entertainment solutions featuring balloon twisting stations, interactive magic, and comedy performances. Available in multiple package options for festivals, corporate functions, and private parties. Our high-energy entertainers keep crowds engaged with personalized balloon creations and surprise elements throughout your event.
People
Peter John Lindsay
Owner/Performer
Professional entertainer since 1991 with expertise in balloon artistry, magic, and comedy. Pioneer of LED-integrated balloon displays and hand-rolled balloon 'paintings'. Holds multiple international balloon competition awards. Creator of Wisconsin's first giant balloon wrestling act.
Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
We entertain at birthdays, festivals, corporate events, school functions, and private parties. Our balloon magic adapts to any venue size from intimate gatherings to large festivals across five states.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 7-12 months ahead, especially for summer and October events. Popular weekends often fill quickly, though we occasionally accommodate last-minute requests with 6+ months notice.
Do you offer balloon decorations?
Yes, we create custom balloon displays including arches and centerpieces. Our decorative services are limited due to our focus on entertainment, but we'll help with special requests when scheduling permits.
Are your shows appropriate for all ages?
All our performances are family-friendly with content suitable for children and adults. Our comedy-balloon hybrid shows feature clean humor and interactive elements that engage audiences of all ages.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Wisconsin including Milwaukee, Appleton, and Madison. Our service area extends to northern Illinois, southern Michigan, and select locations in Iowa and Indiana for major events.
Reviews (3)
Dan McWrath
Apr 29, 2012
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I was at a birthday party today with all 6 year old children. He managed to keep them entertained and do some amazing balloons.
Henry McWilliams
Jan 29, 2012
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We have seen Peter John at several events from shopping mall appearances, at our corporate event and then at our home for a private party. He never runs out of balloon designs or jokes for our kids.
Chris Harrison
Oct 31, 2011
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My kids loved his balloons and all of the adults stood around and laughed when the balloon guy interacted with the kids. Tons of fun. We will hire him again for our next event.