I don’t remember many of my younger birthday parties. However, my 6th and 7th were different to the others as we had a professional party magician called “Tony’s Magic”. It’s strange how these are so vivid they feel like they were only last year. Yet sometimes I struggle to remember what happened last week.
Tony’s Magic inspired me to think a little differently.
Why do party magicians create memories that last?
The birthday parties you can remember as a child were the ones that were a little bit different. The ones that were just party games and disco music blended into the next party. Yet the ones that I won’t forget were the parties that were different. I’ll never forget the birthday party where we watched “The Adventures of Baron Munchausen“, WOW that was boring!
Children’s magicians know what works at a children’s party. They’ve done this many times before. Usually, their magic shows are great fun for children and adults. Generally, the birthday child is brought into the magic show and helps perform some magic tricks. This interactivity turns the magic show into a performance that the friends of your child feel part of.
Having a magician at a child’s party is great for photos! During a Children’s magic show there is plenty of funny moments. Moments that kids will be laughing at. Whether it involves a squirt of water, rude noise, floppy wand, animal interaction or some other unique magic routine. Your kids will be laughing. And when there is laughter they are happy. And we remember the moments when we are happy. Make sure your camera is ready!
Selecting the birthday child to perform magic.
So, back to my birthday party. “Uncle Tony”, he wasn’t any relative at all, in fact, he was picked out of the Yellow Pages and he lived in Hexham! Tony, knew it was my birthday, so he selected me to help him perform some amazing magic. Not having performed magic before I didn’t know what to expect.
All my friends were about to be entertained as I was handed a gun (I’m talking about 36 years ago, it was acceptable!). “On the count of 3, I want you to shoot the gun at the fish”! Without a photograph, this sounds ridiculous. A flag popped out of the gun reading bang! The next gun collapsed when the trigger was pulled. Finally, a gun that made a fantastic banging noise, made the fish explode. The fish had a body that was made from balloons. From the belly of the fish fell a deep sea diver. All pulled together in an elaborate story, that only children’s magicians can get away with telling!
I also noticed it wasn’t just my mates being entertained. Their parents and some extra guests were standing in the back of the room too.
Party magicians are for both the children and the parents!
Let’s when it comes to themed parties a children’s entertainer will entertain the children. How many adults appreciate the puppets in puppet shows? Younger-age kids will enjoy party games, prizes and balloon modelling.
A magic party can be fun for all ages. Turn your next party into an inclusive event. Think about the age range of the guests. A young audience may be more easily entertained by simple tricks and games, while an older audience may appreciate more complex illusions. And remember to take into account the interests of the birthday child! Choose a performer who can customize their show to fit the theme of the party and capture the imagination of the guest of honour.
What is the right type of venue for a Children’s party Magician?
Any parent who has ever planned a birthday party for a child knows that finding the right entertainment is essential. After all, a party is only as good as its entertainment! When it comes to choosing a children’s party magician, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Consider the size of the venue. A small space will be more intimate and allow for more one-on-one interaction with the guests, while a larger space will allow for more grandiose illusions.
For me, it was in our front room at home. The entertainment stage was in the bay window. All the children had to sit on the floor, while the adults grabbed the sofas. Now kids parties are held all over the place. A Church hall, outdoor events, school events and sports halls. It can be more stress-free if your party is organised away from the home.
How much is a professional party magician?
One of the most common questions asked on the internet is how much are party magicians? And it’s the most awkward question to answer. There are so many variables in the question.
Are you after a party package? Is the party near to where the magician is based? It’s not unusual to see a children’s magician travel over an hour to a party. Does the magician do Balloon modelling as well as comedy magic? Do you want the children to leave with a menagerie of balloons? How much experience does your chosen party magician have? Are they CRB checked? Do you want a 1-hour magic show?
There aren’t many magicians that will openly quote their prices on their website. This is because their party package is bespoke to your requirements (sort of mentioned above).
Should you Hire Children’s Magicians near you?
The same rule applies to most children’s entertainers, wedding entertainment and other special events. The further the magician has to travel to the birthday party, the more likely there will be a travelling charge.
So if you are trying to keep your budget tighter, choosing a local magician would be financially beneficial. The 4-hour drive from the West Midlands to Newcastle upon Tyne would have to be paid for somehow!
Find the Perfect choice of entertainment for your little ones party.
Hire A Magician, has a huge choice of amazing magicians from around the country. Simply select your area and filter the magicians down to children’s magicians. Work your way through the option until you find your ideal party magician. Email, ring or text them for a quote and availability.