Manchester Magician

Searching for a magician Manchester audiences actually remember? Book Close-Up Chris for a sharp blend of comedy tricks, mind-reading, and jaw-dropping close-up magic—raising the bar at corporate events, weddings, and private parties all over Manchester.

✨Close-Up Chris✨
✨Close-Up Chris✨
✨Close-Up Chris✨

Greater Manchester Magician

Manchester Magician. M6, M62 and bosh – if you’re after a Professional Magician in Manchester, search no more!

 

Do you need to hire first-class event magicians for weddingspartiesrestaurants, or trade shows? With over 25 years of experience and currently ranked 1st among UK magicians (FreeIndex Review Site), I guarantee that your next event in Greater Manchester will be more memorable with expert sleight of hand, pickpocketing, mind reading, and comedy!

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What are the benefits of hiring a Magician?

Stunning miracles

It’s a perfect icebreaker to get your guests talking! Great for those guests who may not be familiar with each other.

Something different

Close-up magic defies explanation – It’ll be the talking point of your event!

Fantastic photo opportunities

hire a Professional Magician and you can be sure of fantastic reactions for you to capture and look back on fondly.

Manchester venues I’ve recently performed at:

Over my 25 years of experience, I’ve performed at the most exclusive venues across this cosmopolitan city of Greater Manchester, including:

 

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✨Close-Up Chris✨

Wedding Magician Manchester

Weddings are great fun. There’s romance, booze and pretty dresses! But, they can be long days, and this is where you need the perfect wedding entertainment in the form of a close-up wedding Magician. Hiring a quality entertainer can go a long way in preventing those dreaded lulls at your wedding.

 

When to introduce your Wedding Magician:

 

The Drinks ReceptionWhile the Bride and Groom are having their photos taken, this is a great time to introduce a little fun to the proceedings. Let me mix with your guests, bringing fun, amazement, and laughs to the party. Not only am I the perfect icebreaker, but I’ll also provide amazing opportunities for your wedding photographer to capture.

 

The Evening Reception: After the speeches and wedding breakfast, this is another spot where your guests will appreciate a little entertainment. Have me work my magic around your existing guests, providing a much-needed pick-me-up, PLUS I’ll generate a party atmosphere for your evening guests. In my experience, hiring a magician for this period offers a real boost for your special day.

 

Ready to hire a 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧? Get in touch.

Corporate Magician in Manchester

Hire Corporate Magicians.

Yeah, I’m a corporate magician too!

You see, magic is a perfect fit for business! Whether it’s hospitality, crowd building at a tradeshow, or entertainment at your award night, Close-up magic can bring energy, atmosphere, and fun to your corporate event.

I can supply:

 

  • Mix and mingle magic
  • Table Magic
  • A static show using my Close-Up Corner format – see this page
  • Multiple event magicians for large functions to help spread the magic

Beyond Manchester’s best magicians, I also collaborate with a fantastic network of suppliers. This includes everything from engaging casino tables and talented caricaturists to comedic waiters, skilled silhouettists, dynamic jugglers, creative balloon twisters, and captivating stilt walkers.

Let me help you make your next Manchester event truly unforgettable!

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Manchester Party Magician

I’m also a Party Magician in Manchester!

I’ve been told I’m quite the party animal so it makes sense to invite me to your next shindig. Together we can make it the party of the year!

 

Hiring a Close-up Magician for your next birthday party can provide:

 

  • Wonderful icebreaking, party-starting moments
  • A lively atmosphere
  • Common talking points
  • Long-lasting memories of a great time

 



See Close-Up Chris performing around Manchester (map)

And who wouldn’t want all that? You want your party to be remembered for all the right reasons, and in hiring me, you’ve just found the ace up your sleeve!

 

And there’s more…

I have a brilliant format to offer at your house party – THE ROOM OF MYSTERY

This is, without a doubt, the best way to present your party entertainment in a fun and unique manner.

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Greater Manchester magician

Whatever the event, I guarantee to make a lasting impression! Close-up Magic (done well) is entertainment like no other.

It’s:

  • Interactive,
  • Fun
  • Provides a focal point and a common talking ground for unfamiliar guests

Bookings are super simple – get in touch for your quote and check availability.

Want more?

Here’s a blog post on nine reasons to include magic at your next event

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Manchester Magician FAQ

Who is the best magician in Manchester

Well, this is embarrassing. However, I’d like to nominate ✨Close-Up Chris✨.

I second that.

Cheers.

All joking aside, there are many top magicians in Manchester; however, if you’re after some cliche-free entertainment that’s modern and darn right hilarious, get in touch.

How much do you charge?

Sure – let’s talk cash. As a rough guide, when looking for magician hire Manchester, expect to pay from £500+. See this post for a detailed review of how much close-up magicians charge. 

Are you a wedding magician?

Just a bit! Weddings are so much fun, but they’re often long days that require some love and care for your guests. A cool magician like me can interact with your guests during the drinks reception, wedding breakfast and evening reception to ensure the fun never stops at your wedding!

Are you interested? I thought you would be, so I guess you’d like to know how much the best wedding magician in Manchester costs.

My packages start from £595. Get in touch to receive your wedding brochure.

Do you perform at Christmas Parties

You know it! A magician’s busiest period is often during the Christmas holidays because they make for great ice-breaking moments. Do you want to make an Xmas booking?

Do you offer corporate services?

You’re good at this!

Corporate events can be stuffy old things, can’t they – who wants to talk shop after a gruelling 9-5 pm? That’s why a magician from Manchester can help with your drinks reception, Christmas party, gala evenings, award nights, company celebrations and much more.

We’re as versatile as a Swiss-army knife and half as dangerous!