OMG moments for corporate events, weddings, and parties across London and Greater London. Close-up magic and comedy so cosmopolitan you could sip it from a Martini glass - backed by 28 years of making every event the best night out your guests have had in years.
Performed at events for BBC · Shell · British Airways · Halfords · KPMG · Audi · John Lewis · Cadbury · Barratt Homes
Hey! I'm Close-Up Chris
I've spent 28 years perfecting the art of making people laugh whilst surreptitiously stealing their thoughts, their wallet, and their watch. From Mayfair boardrooms to Shoreditch rooftops, I'm the close-up magician for hire that London keeps rebooking.
Think of me as the Swiss Army knife of magicians - sleight of hand, mind reading, pickpocketing, comedy. Whether it's a corporate gala at The Shard or a birthday party in Richmond, I'll give your guests OMG moments they'll be talking about for weeks. Not a cowboy in sight.
See it in action
This is what happens when you let a close-up magician loose on your London event. Watch the reactions - the gasps, the laughs, the "how did you do that" faces. That's what 28 years of performing looks like.
No stage. No setup. Just me, your guests, and a few impossible moments they'll be talking about for weeks.
Check my availability →Something Different
Want something your London guests have never seen before? The Close-Up Corner is the UK's first dedicated magic booth - a backdrop, LED lights, and a magic table where small groups experience an intimate close-up show just for them.
It creates a focal point that draws crowds like a magnet. Perfect for corporate drinks receptions, product launches, and private parties where you want a talking point that lasts all night.
Find out more →Everything you need to know about hiring a magician in London.
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