I discussed in a previous article what you should be aware of when hiring a magician for your wedding. In writing that article I assumed you had already decided that a magician is what you wanted, the help I gave was in finding the right one.

Now, being a full time professional magician obviously makes me a little biased when discussing why a magician is a good idea since I’ve experienced first hand what a difference it can make; however, I will still give what I feel are a few negatives in hiring a magician later in this article.

Let’s start by noting that throughout your special day you will be the centre of attention, and your mind will not always be on the welfare of your wedding party, especially during the photos which can be known to go on for a couple of hours. This is where a magician can add that extra dimension to your guests wedding experience and give YOU peace of mind knowing that they are in safe hands.

A magician can be extremely versatile, slotting in with ease during any part of the day and not disrupting the flow of the event.

Popular times when a magician can wow your guests are:

During the photos

Since the formal wedding photographs only involve selected groups at a time, most of your guests will be standing around waiting or engaging in small talk with family and old friends. This is a perfect time for a magician to provide them with an unforgettable experience while at the same time helping to break the ice between different groups of guests.

During the wedding breakfast

Hiring a magician to perform at each table between courses, commonly termed table-hopping, is another popular choice thus helping to raise the atmosphere in the room as you and your guests applaud, laugh and cheer. Your wedding day will feel that little bit more special.

Magic during the evening reception

This can occur immediately following the wedding breakfast and before the evening guests have arrived, or when everything is in full flow and all are present. Either way, people do tend to be more relaxed after all the formalities are over, especially the best man (!!) and a magician can mingle with your guests and amaze and enthrall with close up magic. Some magicians would even offer a show or a short routine tailored for the wedding couple to make them feel special in front of all their guests; this can be an very memorable experience for everyone.

So, that’s the pros in hiring a magician, what about the cons.

Firstly, the cost. Hiring a decent professional close up is not cheap and would usually set you back in the region of five hundred pounds for a couple of hours. If you have the budget, then do it.

Secondly, it will take you time find the right magician. I cannot stress enough how important it is that you put the effort in, if not, another downside is that you will likely spend the duration of the time he is performing wondering if he is entertaining your guests to the standard you expect on your big day. Trust me, you do not need any more stress. Yes, it will take time which you may not have, but it is essential. See my article “5 things to be aware of when booking a magician for your wedding” to make this process a lot easier.

So, to wrap up, if you have the budget and time to find the right person for the job, you will not regret hiring a magician for your wedding. You will likely hear your guests talking about “that magician” or “that trick” for years to come which will surely bring a smile to your face.

Andrew is a full time professional magician based in the UK providing quality wedding magician. For more information on his services, please visit wedding magician

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