Having a party? Birthdays, Anniversaries, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Bar-Mitzvahs and even funerals – or just having friends round for dinner, booking a magician is a great way to entertain your party guests (what the excuse for a party!)
Suitable for Private Parties and Corporate Events
As a full time professional magician I have developed a style of close-up magic and mind-reading that can be enjoyed by all ages. Although magic and mind reading is primarily geared towards adults, I realise that at family functions there can be younger guests, so I ensure that my repertoire includes some great tricks so they can get involved.
Although I say by saying I am a magician for “adult parties” may sound a little odd, I can confirm that it isn’t rude or offensive, neither is full of “story” tricks, cheesy one-liners heard a million times before, or tediously counting out piles of cards. My pockets are not home to sponge bunny-rabbits or plastic props from a magic set. 😉
The reason I say it is geared towards adults is because it is intellectually stimulating for your guests – where they can get involved with mind-reading and enter the world of psychological suggestion, and appreciate the finesse of seeing professional sleight of hand that has taken years and years to perfect.
I don’t just call myself a “Close Up Magician”, but entertain at parties with a combination of sleight of hand, memory feats, psychological reading and hypnotic suggestion. I won’t say that it makes the party, but it can play a big part in making it a success by giving your guests an amazing and magical experience.
I have been a full time professional magician since 2006. That means that over the years I have entertained at hundreds of parties. Many of those have been birthday parties for a whole range of ages, from first birthday parties (entertaining the adults, not the children!) to 90th birthdays, and every landmark age in between.
Some of Robert’s favourite age groups to entertain are those have their 18th, 21st and 25th birthday celebrations. Robert’s style of sleight of hand magic and mind-reading is something this age group can relate to and gets great reactions.
By far the most popular party that I help celebrate is 40th birthday parties. These are great fun (and I have been to some that have transcended beyond fun and have gone into their own league of craziness – it’s just a pity I can’t show the pictures on my website!) and the magic always goes down really, really well
This doesn’t mean my magic isn’t so suitable for those who are older. I have performed at 70th, 80th and 90th birthday celebrations, and with my style I can also perform of the more classic magic that many guests may remember from their youth. Of course, at these parties, dinners and lunches there are still a wide range of ages, but I have performed material for those that do have difficulty seeing and hearing. (In fact, one of the best reactions I had was performing magic for a lady who had lost her sight, of course she couldn’t watch things like card tricks, but I could still get her involved in a way that she could she experience the magic happening – something she thought she would never experience again.)
As yet I haven’t performed at a 100th birthday celebration, but I fully expect that I will one day!
Because birthday parties (and lunches, dinners and family gatherings) can bring together family and friends that may not know each other, booking myself to entertain your guests with close-up magic is a great way to get everyone to interact with each other. As I circulate around I make a point to get people’s names, remember them and then use their names when I come back to them later. For guests whose memory is not so good and find themselves on a table with another guest who’s name they can’t remember this can be priceless!
Close-up magic and mind-reading is not only good for keeping your guests entertained by giving them the opportunity to experience something they may not have seen before, but it also gets your guests directly involved in making the magic happen. This is entertaining at the time for them, but it also gives them something to talk about afterwards. This can be later on in the day, when they are back to work on Monday (“You won’t believe what I saw at a party on Saturday…”), and also a memory to reminisce about when family and friends get together again in the future.
Some Random Reviews
- Helen M.
Booked Rob for my wedding… OMG to say he was a hit is an understatement! All the guests loved him, so much in fact they wouldn’t let him leave! Rob was honestly one of the highlights of the event, and...read moreBooked Rob for my wedding… OMG to say he was a hit is an understatement! All the guests loved him, so much in fact they wouldn’t let him leave! Rob was honestly one of the highlights of the event, and my friends are still talking about him now, and it’s been a week! Thankyou so much Rob, I wish I had booked you for longer.read less - Helen M. - 07 Sep 2023
- Maxine D.
Throughout our event all you could see was everyone’s amazed faces and wow reactions! We couldn’t have asked for a better magician and mind reader, Robert blew us away! All the guests will have their own unique memories of the...read moreThroughout our event all you could see was everyone’s amazed faces and wow reactions! We couldn’t have asked for a better magician and mind reader, Robert blew us away! All the guests will have their own unique memories of the engagement party and we couldn’t recommend Robert enough for any event! Thank you so much! Maxine, Sharn and Daniel xread less - Maxine D. - 04 Jun 2023
- Ben L.
Magician, Mind Reader...and so much more. Robert excelled at fitting into the anniversary event with ease! Close up magic was unbelievable.. Mind Reading... scarily clever! I will be using him again for other events. 5 STARs are not enough. - Ben L. - 08 Jun 2023
- Simon N.
We booked Robert for our wedding at Southend Barns at the end of August, having previously meet him at a garden party in 2021. We kept him as a surprise for our guests and he certainly didn't disappoint! He was...read moreWe booked Robert for our wedding at Southend Barns at the end of August, having previously meet him at a garden party in 2021. We kept him as a surprise for our guests and he certainly didn't disappoint! He was absolutely brilliant entertaining our guests during the reception and the meal, some were so blown away by his tricks that they actually had to google it to find out how he did it! I can't recommend Robert Highly enough! Thank you!read less - Simon N. - 07 Sep 2023
- Katie m.
Robert was absolutely amazing ourselves and all our guests was amazed by his talent.We would highly recommend him. - Katie m. - 15 Aug 2023
- ABIGAIL T.
As a wedding planner communication with suppliers is key and I like to have confidence that the people I am working with will go out of their way to make the event extra special. Robert did just this, moving through...read moreAs a wedding planner communication with suppliers is key and I like to have confidence that the people I am working with will go out of their way to make the event extra special. Robert did just this, moving through the guests and leaving laughter (and confusion) behind him. The Bride and Groom were incredibly pleased that they had decided to include Robert in their wedding day team!read less - ABIGAIL T. - 16 Sep 2023
- Jessica B.
We booked Robert for an after-work social event and he was FANTASTIC! From the close-up magic to the mind-reading cabaret, he amazed everyone and really got the full team involved. Robert was great to work with in the run up...read moreWe booked Robert for an after-work social event and he was FANTASTIC! From the close-up magic to the mind-reading cabaret, he amazed everyone and really got the full team involved. Robert was great to work with in the run up to the event, and we couldn't recommend him more. Thank you Robert for such a great evening and for leaving our minds completed boggled!read less - Jessica B. - 12 Jun 2023
- Daisy C.
Robert is a true entertainer. I have had the privilege of working alongside him on a couple of events where the client/venue has hired each of us separately to provide their entertainment. He is a true gent and has a...read moreRobert is a true entertainer. I have had the privilege of working alongside him on a couple of events where the client/venue has hired each of us separately to provide their entertainment. He is a true gent and has a way with his audience members to capture their attention, keep them engaged and of course blow them away with his skills and talents! It is so amazing to watch him work the room, hear the laughter and gasps, and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a magician for their wedding or event. As a fellow supplier, it is truly my pleasure to work with another entertainer so passionate and enthusiastic about his art.read less - Daisy C. - 16 Aug 2023
- Ian J.
Absolutely fantastic. Many, many thanks for making my special day even more magical for my guests. How you coped with the challenging participants to your mind reading act was very clever. - Ian J. - 29 Aug 2023
- James I.
Robert attended my wife's 40th birthday and was amazing, all of the guests were amazed by his magic and where talking about it long after he finished. Thank you Robert for making the day even more special - James I. - 20 Aug 2023
- Lilian Y.
We booked Robert for our wedding and he was incredible. He kept our guests entertained and they were all impressed with his tricks. Would highly recommend him and would not hesitate booking him again for another event! - Lilian Y. - 13 Jul 2023
- Rebecca C.
I booked Robert for the Thames Valley Triathletes Awards Dinner evening. It was a new thing for us to do and we weren't disappointed. Everyone absolutely loved it and were totally amazed. I cannot recommend highly enough. Robert was brilliant. - Rebecca C. - 20 Oct 2023
- Grace D.
Absolutely amazing! Robert was at our wedding recently and a week on people from the wedding are still talking about his tricks! - Grace D. - 29 Jun 2023
- Laura H.
Robert came to my daughter's wedding reception last night. He was amazing doing his close magic tricks around the tables and later mingling with the all our guests. People didn't stop talking about the tricks he performed. Just brilliant. Highly...read moreRobert came to my daughter's wedding reception last night. He was amazing doing his close magic tricks around the tables and later mingling with the all our guests. People didn't stop talking about the tricks he performed. Just brilliant. Highly recommend. Thanks Robert, excellent entertainment!read less - Laura H. - 26 Oct 2023
- Carol B.
I booked Robert for the Surrey Ambulance Retirement Association reunion this year. He was very professional, mingling with ease amongst our guests and blowing them away with his skills. Everyone was amazed and were still talking about him...read moreI booked Robert for the Surrey Ambulance Retirement Association reunion this year. He was very professional, mingling with ease amongst our guests and blowing them away with his skills. Everyone was amazed and were still talking about him and his magic the rest of the weekend. We would love to have you back Robert!read less - Carol B. - 08 Nov 2023
- Donna P.
We had Robert to amuse our guests at our multi- generational party on Saturday. We knew he would be good but he was AMAZING. So friendly but always professional. He totally blew our minds with his close up magic. I...read moreWe had Robert to amuse our guests at our multi- generational party on Saturday. We knew he would be good but he was AMAZING. So friendly but always professional. He totally blew our minds with his close up magic. I would highly recommend him for any event. He tailored everything to suit all ages (we had guests ranging in age from 2-90). Thankyou Robert for being such an essential part of our party. We hope to see you again sometime. Best wishes from Trudy, Donna, the Powell crew and all of our guests.read less - Donna P. - 14 Nov 2023
- Hayley T.
Rob and Grant were absolutely amazing, All the guests were gobsmacked on how they did their magic. So many people coming up to me during the night saying how good they were and how entertaining they were. I would definitely...read moreRob and Grant were absolutely amazing, All the guests were gobsmacked on how they did their magic. So many people coming up to me during the night saying how good they were and how entertaining they were. I would definitely book them again and would highly recommend that anyone looking for a Magician book them.read less - Hayley T. - 05 Jul 2023
- Ebonny L.
We just wanted to thank you so much for coming in to do the magic with our students and staff. They all really enjoyed it! - Ebonny L. - 03 Jul 2023
- Beckie T.
When planning a wedding, it’s difficult to think of things which would be entertaining for all of the various types of guests you have coming… & then I found Robert. I first found his videos (which were a genuine reflection...read moreWhen planning a wedding, it’s difficult to think of things which would be entertaining for all of the various types of guests you have coming… & then I found Robert. I first found his videos (which were a genuine reflection on his abilities without giving anything away so it was still a surprise on the day) & then after making contact with him, I knew he would be the perfect addition to our day. He was so reliable, good at communicating with us in the run-up, punctual on the day (apart from actually leaving when he was due to as I’m sure I saw him doing “just one more trick” a good while after he was meant to go), he mingled perfectly, built up an amazing rapport with all of our guests, and he was generally just the most wonderful entertainment for everybody there. I had so many comments and compliments on him throughout the day & I cannot recommend him enough! Thank you Robert for adding just a bit more magic to a magical day!read less - Beckie T. - 18 Sep 2023
- Catriona P.
It was a pleasure to liaise with Robert. Myself and all my guests thoroughly enjoyed his close up magic and I would highly recommend him. - Catriona P. - 12 Nov 2023
- Alex B.
I had the pleasure of working alongside Robert at a recent wedding I was photographing. Robert was, without a doubt, the best magician I have seen at a wedding. He kept both the bride and groom and their guests entertained...read moreI had the pleasure of working alongside Robert at a recent wedding I was photographing. Robert was, without a doubt, the best magician I have seen at a wedding. He kept both the bride and groom and their guests entertained with his mind-blowing magic. Robert is a super talented magician who has a gift for making people laugh and smile. His tricks are clever and original, and he has a way of making everyone feel involved. I would definitely recommend Robert to anyone looking for a magician to entertain their guests at a wedding or special event.read less - Alex B. - 28 Jul 2023
- Kerryn A.
We first saw Robert at a good friend's wedding where he was their toastmaster too - which was different from what I'd seen before and he was outstanding at both. his mindreading is what still staggers me!! We enjoyed him...read moreWe first saw Robert at a good friend's wedding where he was their toastmaster too - which was different from what I'd seen before and he was outstanding at both. his mindreading is what still staggers me!! We enjoyed him so much that we booked him for our own wedding just last week. He was sensational. Loads of great feedback from our guests and tons of shocks and wows on the day too. I his website and his videos (though they show his ability) to me do not do him justice so I'll certainly be sharing any images or footage with him once I get any back from our wedding photographers - who were also outstanding so should have some good stuff for me to post here once I get it back from them. Thank you Robert for such a great day !! It truly was our best day ever Kerryn and Max 🙂read less - Kerryn A. - 17 Oct 2023
- Mark F.
Robert performed a range of amazing tricks at our 50th Wedding Anniversary lunch. Robert worked his way round the room involving all our guests in his tricks and helped make the event a day to remember. - Mark F. - 06 Sep 2023
- Gary B.
Should be on television, absolutely top of his profession, great entertainer, a must have for any event - Gary B. - 27 Jun 2023
- j w.
We were all in awe ranging from 12-year-olds to 90, captivated by Roberts’ charismatic character. Rationally we knew he was deluding us, but no one knew how. What we saw in his tricks and in his seemingly reading of the...read moreWe were all in awe ranging from 12-year-olds to 90, captivated by Roberts’ charismatic character. Rationally we knew he was deluding us, but no one knew how. What we saw in his tricks and in his seemingly reading of the mind was nothing less than unbelievable, and yet it had to be believed because we witnessed it! And as he ‘performed’ as a magician, Robert entertained us by his wit and quick humour. I wish I could think of an early event to invite Robert back again.read less - j w. - 16 Sep 2023
- Steve P.
We had Robert do a couple of hours at our wedding in July (ended up being slightly longer as our guests wouldn't let him leave!) and it was fantastic. Really adds an extra dimension to the day and gets everyone...read moreWe had Robert do a couple of hours at our wedding in July (ended up being slightly longer as our guests wouldn't let him leave!) and it was fantastic. Really adds an extra dimension to the day and gets everyone chatting and laughing away. He was accommodating with regards to timings, made sure that the bride and groom got to experience some of the magic, and the kids loved it. Would recommend!read less - Steve P. - 08 Aug 2023
Christmas Party Magic
Christmas is a fantastic time, with lots of parties and hospitality events. This is a great way to say ‘thank you’ to your staff for the hard work they’ve been putting in for the last year, and to thank your clients for the business they have put your way. You want to make your Christmas party the highlight of the year.
A Christmas party can range from small one table of guests in a restaurant or small venue, through to the entire workforce of hundreds (plus partners!) attending a venue that has been specifically hired and decorated for that very purpose. The magic can be performed up close, on stage (as an after-dinner show), or a combination of both
Annoyingly it is easy for the office party to become a little stale, especially as what was once the highlight of the company’s event calendar is repeated year after year. For some it can be a little awkward, this can be because people are forced to socialise with workmates out of the usual office context, or if your staff go out regularly it could become just another office outing (but with turkey and crackers!)
Christmas Party Magician
Close-up magic and mind reading is a great way to help enliven the party and create talking points. This may be at the start of the evening when I will mix around performing close-up magic to the small groups that form at a drinks reception.
Another option is to have the magic performed around the tables. When performing around the tables I try to liaise with the venue’s front of house staff to find out when they will be serving food, and what order they will be serving the tables. Using this information I ensure that I am not interrupting your guests meals, and limit how much the magic is interrupted by the waiting staff. This gives the evening a good flow, and your guests aren’t feeling like they are waiting between the courses and forced to make their own entertainment.
This can sometimes be an awkward point in the evening as your guests may have run out of conversation (or worse still, be talking shop!) until the disco kicks in. The magic stops the conversation drying up, and gives them something to keep talking about afterwards.
New Year’s Eve Parties
I can also be booked to entertain at your New Year’s Eve celebrations. After all the festivities through-out December you really need to add something to your party, otherwise it can be just another Christmas party, with the only real difference being everyone sings “Auld Lang Syne” at midnight!
As a full time professional magician December is a very busy month and I often takes bookings for some dates over a year in advance. It is actually common for some of my regular clients to book the date of next year’s party – whilst I’m there performing at this year’s. And of course, there is only one New Year’s Eve a year!
Don’t leave it too late and miss out. Please do contact me whatever time of year it is to add some magic to your Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Booking Robert to entertain at your anniversary celebrations is a great way to give your party a touch of magic and give your guests something they weren’t expecting. I have often been booked for anniversary parties, and it goes down really well with all the guests.
Magic at your Anniversary Party
Wedding Anniversary Magic
Typically at an anniversary party the guests will often be close friends and family, and many will know each other and will be expecting an informal gathering and a chance to catch up with each other. However, there are also two sides of the family, and it’s also very likely that the last time some of the people would have been in the same room together would have been back on your wedding day! The addition of some close-up magic gives the party a dimension your guests were not expecting. This ensures they remember your party with style.
Although Golden (50th) wedding anniversary parties are the most popular, followed by Ruby (40th) anniversaries; over recent years I have noticed a growing trend in couples celebrating their wedding for a second time. Often this is because there were restrictions (perhaps financial, or certain people may not have been able to attend) at the original wedding, and are now in the position to celebrate the wedding in the way they couldn’t.
From celebrating your first anniversary to your fiftieth (and beyond!) booking me ensures that everyone, of all age groups, are entertained and makes your happy occasion all the more memorable.
Anniversary Party
Funerals
Yes, I have performed at a funeral (well, technically the wake – performing at the funeral itself what just be odd).
People say they they want their funeral to be a celebration, they don’t want their friends and family feeling sad and crying , and they want everyone to attend to laugh and reminisce. And what ends up happening? That’s right, a couple of trays of sandwiches with guests standing in small groups making polite conversation, usually looking for the first person to leave so they can follow suit.
Needless to say it can takes a little while for the attendees to warm up to the idea of being entertained at the wake, but soon everyone will laughing and having fun, and everyone will leave with a smile on their face – even if they do have a tear in their eye. What a lovely way to end the day.