Street performance or
busking is the act of performing in public places for
gratuities, though "busking" is particularly associated with singing or playing music. In many countries the rewards are generally in the form of money but other gratuities such as food, drink or gifts may be given. Street performance is practiced all over the world by men, women and children and dates back to
antiquity. People engaging in this practice are called
street performers or
buskers.