Close-up and cabaret magician for weddings, parties and corporate events
Paul the Magician
Magic, comedy and variety from a Yorkshire-based entertainer who keeps guests laughing, talking and genuinely amazed.
Magic and variety that fits around your event
Paul is a Yorkshire-based magician and variety entertainer with more than 20 years of professional experience, performing close-up magic and a family-friendly cabaret show at weddings, parties and corporate events across the UK and overseas.
His close-up magic works best in the moments where people are already together: drinks receptions, photo sessions, wedding breakfasts, networking and evening parties. The magic happens right in their hands using cards, coins, rope and borrowed objects, so the reactions are genuine rather than staged.
When you need a stage slot, Paul also performs a full one-man cabaret show that blends sleight of hand, comedy, audience participation and daring stunts, suitable for audiences of all ages.
Watch Paul in action
The first clip is from Paul’s family cabaret show; the second shows his close-up magic and the reactions it gets up close.
Family cabaret show
A taste of Paul’s one-man stage show: magic, comedy, audience participation and a few daring surprises.
Close-up magic
Interactive mix and mingle magic that happens inches away, in your guests’ own hands.
A natural fit for weddings and receptions
Paul keeps the day feeling lively without taking attention away from the occasion. He moves between small groups, entertains tables between courses and creates memorable moments while photographs are being taken.
- Drinks receptions and photo sessions
- Wedding breakfasts and table magic
- Evening entertainment and guest arrivals
- Personal magic with cards, coins and borrowed items
A full stage and cabaret show
When you need a stage act, Paul delivers a one-man cabaret show packed with sleight of hand, comedy and audience participation, along with daring stunts including sword swallowing, a skill only around 100 people in the world perform.
He has toured the show across Scotland, England and Wales, including more than 200 shows in a single year for Haven Holidays, and has performed everywhere from intimate venues to large stages, in the UK and abroad.
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“From first communication to the quality of performance on our wedding day, Paul was absolutely magnificent! He had us all in complete wonderment. We’d recommend him to anyone looking to add some sparkle to their event; he made our wedding!”
Laura Jones, Wedding★★★★★
“We booked Paul for a pre-meal walkaround at my father-in-law’s 80th birthday party. He was fantastic with everyone and made sure he got around every group. People are still talking about him days later. Professional and personable, a great act I would recommend.”
Jeff Hewitt, 80th Birthday Party★★★★★
“I had a 50th ball and a surprise wedding reception, and Paul was there to entertain my guests with his table magic. They weren’t disappointed. I left them bewildered and amazed. I would definitely recommend him to anyone. Thanks Paul.”
Lisa Cooper, Verified review★★★★★
Recent shows and bookings
Paul performs regularly at weddings, parties and corporate events across the UK. Recent work includes touring England, Scotland and Wales for Haven Holidays, performing at Club Tropicana in Skegness, and hotel and resort engagements in Cyprus.
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