What Services Do Close-Up Magic Entertainers Include?

At ✨Close-Up Chris✨, our close-up magic packages include mix-and-mingle magic, table magic, and specialised post-dinner entertainment, all performed by vetted, full-time professionals. Essentially, we provide everything you need to transform a standard gathering into an event that people actually remember, without resorting to a ‘fun’ quiz or forced team-building exercises.

You’re looking for entertainment that makes an impact. We get it. A magician’s package isn’t just a list of tricks; it’s a toolkit designed to solve event problems. Whether it’s breaking the ice at a corporate function, keeping guests entertained during a wedding breakfast, or drawing a crowd at a trade show, the right services make all the difference. Let’s pull back the curtain on what you should expect from a professional close-up magic entertainer.

A professional magician’s package should be more than a one-trick pony. The goal is to provide flexible entertainment that adapts to the flow of your event. At ✨Close-Up Chris✨, our core services are designed to cover every phase, from the initial drinks reception to the final part of the evening. This typically includes a combination of walkaround magic, seated performances, and sometimes even a dedicated stage show to cap things off.

Mix-and-Mingle Magic: Your Secret Social Lubricant

This is the classic walkaround performance, and it’s popular for a reason. Our magician moves among your guests during a standing reception or cocktail hour, performing incredible feats of sleight of hand for small groups. It’s personal, interactive, and the perfect antidote to awkward silences. Forget clumsy ice-breaker games; this is how you get people talking.

Mix-and-mingle magic is ideal for weddings, corporate networking events, and private parties. It creates pockets of energy throughout the room, allowing people from different circles to share a shared experience and bond over it. It’s an engine of social interaction, disguised as mind-bending entertainment.

Table Magic: Dinner and a Show, Up Close

Once your guests are seated for a meal, the entertainment shouldn’t stop. Table magic keeps the energy flowing between courses, which is often when lulls occur. Our table magician will visit each table to perform a short, intimate show. This isn’t about interrupting dinner; it’s about enhancing it.

This format ensures everyone gets a front-row seat to the impossible. It’s a fantastic way to entertain guests at gala dinners, award nights, and wedding breakfasts. The gasps and applause from one table build anticipation at the next, creating a ripple effect of excitement across the entire venue.

Post-Dinner Entertainment: More Than Just Card Tricks

While close-up magic is our speciality, some events call for a grander finale. For larger gatherings, we can offer a cabaret or stage show. This is a more formal performance where the magician entertains the entire room at once. It’s a great way to round off the evening after dinner and coffee.

These shows often combine comedy, mind-reading, and larger-scale illusions that are visible to everyone. It’s the perfect way to bring all your guests together for one last shared moment of astonishment before the night ends.

Specialised Acts: Because ‘Standard’ is Boring

Your event is unique, so why settle for entertainment that’s just… ordinary? Our packages go beyond standard card tricks to include a lineup of specialist acts, guaranteed to leave your guests questioning reality (and double-checking their pockets).

First up: Mind Readers. Forget the birthday card trick—our mind-reading maestros pull thoughts right out of your guests’ heads. They reveal impossible-to-know details, predict choices, and generally make everyone suspicious of their own poker face. It’s modern magic that really gets into your guests’ heads (don’t worry, no actual brain surgery required).

Next: Pickpockets. Nothing spices up an event like the realisation you’re missing your watch… only to have it handed back to you with a grin and the kind of showmanship you’d pay ransom for. Our pickpocket entertainers specialise in harmless mischief—removing ties, wallets, and egos (temporarily), all delivered with a wink and no actual thievery.

Want more? For corporate clients seeking a touch of brand wizardry, we weave branded magic and company messaging directly into our routines. That means your event gets a powerful marketing twist, not just cheap laughs.

Bottom line: If you want entertainment that’s anything but generic, ✨Close-Up Chris✨ is your get-out-of-bland-free card.

The Close-Up Corner: The UK’s First (and Only) Magic Booth

Looking for entertainment that actually stands out? Enter The Close-Up Corner—our show-stealing magic booth and, frankly, the only one of its kind in the country. This isn’t your standard walkaround act; we set up an impressive, self-contained hub where guests can choose when to step into the action. It’s a theatre-like experience smack in the middle of your event, with pro lighting, a luxe backdrop, and jaw-dropping magic so close you’ll wonder why you ever bothered with the usual entertainment staples.

Perfect for those who prefer their magic with a side of “did you see that?!”, The Close-Up Corner draws in crowds, creates a real buzz, and leaves people talking about your event for months (for once, in a good way). If you want something no one else can offer—well, you’ve just found it.

Want to max out your event originality? We also have the amazing Crooked Croupier with a similar set-up.

The Close-Up Chris Difference: We’re Not Hobbyists

So, what separates Close-Up Chris from the rest? To start, we’re not a booking agency staffed with part-timers. We are a curated team of the UK’s finest full-time professional magicians. Chris personally vets each performer for their skill, charisma, and professionalism. You’re not just hiring a magician; you’re investing in guaranteed quality. We’re magicians who walk the walk AND talk the talk. With hundreds of events under our belt, we’re well-positioned to offer the best option for you.

What Services Do Close-Up Magic Entertainers Include?

Choosing the right entertainment shouldn’t feel like a gamble. You need professionals who can deliver a sophisticated and astonishing experience that reflects well on you. With a team of the UK’s best magicians and exclusive formats like The Close-Up Corner, at ✨Close-Up Chris & Co✨., we provide an unmatched service.

Stop wondering if your guests will have a good time. It’s time to book entertainment that guarantees it.

Ready to make your event unforgettable? Contact us today to discuss a package that’s right for you.

About ✨ Close-Up Chris✨

The UK’s best close-up magician available for parties, weddings and corporate events.