Magicians in Kent

Magic Circle Magician Marc Lemezma will make your event absolutely amazing. With magical expertise spanning over 20 years and 8,000 performances, you will experience the very best in magic for all ages.
Read on to see what detailed information you need to ask for when hiring a magician for your event.

What do you need to know from an organiser in order to provide a comprehensive quote?

When you're arranging a party or event, your head will be full of ideas and questions about what you want and what will work. My job is to help make that process as straightforward for you by giving as much advice and information as possible. To help that happen, knowing what your event is for, where it will be (which town is usually enough to quote), what kind of venue (at home, the garden, hotel or hall) the age group and a rough idea of the numbers you expect. If you have any theme in mind, or perhaps a special request of some sort, that is useful to know as well. Have you seen something at a party you loved or was there something you didn't like at all? Sharing as much as you can, helps me make the right suggestions for you!

What advice would you give to a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

The world of magic is a little mysterious, but there are some things you should be checking with your prospective supplier of wizardry! Most importantly are they professional and do they act like a professional? Do they respond politely and with appropriate responses to your questions. Are they a member of a recognised association such as The Magic Circle or perhaps Equity? Public Liability Insurance is a must. Many venues will demand that your entertainer has cover, usually £5 Million or more is required. Ask to see example Ts&Cs or contracts. Many operate without them, and that leaves everybody exposed if there is a problem. For those entertaining children, ask yourself "do they look child-friendly." There is a lot of confusion regarding DBS certificates, which are in most case NOT required, other than a basic check. For those using animals in their show ask to see their licence. These are issued by the local authority, and help ensure the animals are appropriately cared for. Most of all check the reviews, look on here and on their website and Facebook too.

Please tell us a little bit about how and why you started the business.

A long, long time ago, a magician came to a school in Kent to perform a show. Seven-year-old Marc enthusiastically put up his hand when the entertainer asked for a volunteer. The magic finger of fate pointed this way, and Marc was in love with magic from that moment. Some 20 years ago, after a boring career in IT, I decided to follow my passion and become a full-time professional magician. Since then I haven't looked back and have performed over 8,000 magic shows of all types. One day I could be at a wedding, the next a kiddies party. Then it might be a company event and then next Buckingham Palace (I have performed for Her Majesty!). What I truly enjoy and never tire of is seeing astonishment, joy and laughter on the faces of my audience. Sometimes that takes some neat sleight-of-hand to achieve, other times it just takes a balloon dog and a silly gag. I have a simple philosophy, which is to regard every single performance as the most important, my favourite. When you get to watch me perform, you'll see me having fun. But behind it all, I take every aspect of running my business very seriously, because I know that means I'm doing my best for you.

Please tell us about a booking you've had through Add to Event, how did it go? Would you recommend us to others?

I'm very new to Add to Event, just a couple of weeks at the time of writing this. I was initially a little sceptical but in that time have managed to get several jobs and have even recommended ATE to some of my other customers when I've been unable to help. The booker of my first job was delighted to find me. She had decided at the last minute to have a party and having seen me previously, wanted to call me, but had lost my details. When I replied to her request she was so happy she snapped me up and confirmed immediately. The party itself was such fun, twin girls one shy the other more gregarious. Both had a great time along with their family and friends. Perfect!