Magician in Selby for christening teas and reunions
Lewis caught the magic bug at six, when his grandad showed him a few tricks. It seems fitting that family parties are still some of his favourite bookings.
There's a reason a magician in Selby goes down so well at a christening or a family party. Every generation is in the room, from babies to great grandparents, and close-up magic is one of the few things that delights all of them at once without anyone having to sit in rows and watch a show.
Lewis Joss learned his first tricks from his grandad, asked for magic sets every Christmas after that, and practised on whichever relatives would sit still. These days he's a Member of The Magic Circle and one half of Jay & Joss from Britain's Got Talent, but he still loves a room full of aunties, cousins and toddlers.
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Christenings, naming days and reunions with a magician in Selby
After a christening, everyone heads off for food and a drink, and there's that slightly stilted first half hour. Godparents who've never met, the vicar being polite, little ones getting restless. Lewis wanders into the middle of it with a pack of cards and a few coins, and the room loosens up quickly.
He moves from cluster to cluster, never staying too long in one spot. A coin vanishes from a nephew's palm and turns up in his shoe. A card picked by Nana ends up folded inside a sealed envelope that's been on the table the whole time. Then he's off to the next group, leaving them all talking.
With babies in the room, he keeps things calm. Nothing loud, nothing that goes bang, nothing that might upset a sleeping newborn. The grown-ups get the sharper, more puzzling routines, while the youngest ones get gentle, colourful moments they can hold.
Family reunions and milestone birthdays follow the same pattern. Relatives who haven't seen each other in years can feel awkward for the first few minutes, and a trick that needs two people to work together is a quick way past that. At a seventieth or a ruby anniversary, whoever you're celebrating can even star in a routine of their own. A magician in Selby gives everyone a shared story for the drive home.
If there's a toast or a short speech planned, let him know when. He'll be out of the way well before it starts. The party magician page has more on how he handles a family crowd.
When the family party is a wedding
Weddings are really just very big family parties with better outfits. Once the ceremony is over, the couple vanish for photos and guests from both sides are left mingling with a glass of fizz. That's the slot most couples want covered, and it's where Lewis is at his best.
He drifts between groups, starting with anyone who looks a bit spare. The colleague who only knows the groom, the new girlfriend, the uncle who's travelled up for the day. A few minutes of magic and they've got something to talk about with the people stood next to them.
During the wedding breakfast he visits the tables between courses, keeping well clear of the speeches. A wedding magician in Selby can also welcome the evening crowd at the bar, which helps late arrivals feel part of things straight away. Read more about wedding magic with Lewis.
Venues don't need to do anything special. He works standing or seated, inside or out on the terrace, and if rain sends everyone indoors he simply follows them. All he needs is your running order, so he knows when to step back.
Children at weddings often get forgotten once the meal is over and the adults settle in. Lewis makes a point of finding the page boys and bridesmaids, and he'll keep them giggling while the grown-ups chat. Older relatives get the same care, and nobody has to get up out of their chair.
Staff Christmas parties around North Yorkshire
Businesses book a magician in Selby for their Christmas do and summer party too. At a work event, people cling to their own department. Close-up magic breaks that up without anyone being singled out or asked to play a party game.
Lewis mingles while people arrive, then works the tables once the meal's served. If there's an awards bit or the MD wants a few words, he stops and carries on afterwards. It works for a small team in a pub function room as well as a large hotel dinner.
Big birthdays at work count too, like a retirement do or a director's fiftieth thrown by the team. There are usually a few speeches and a gift, and partners who don't know anyone. A magician in Selby can warm the room up before the formal bit and help everyone mix afterwards.
Client evenings and product launches suit it as well. Tell him what you're promoting and he can build a trick round it. There's more detail on the corporate entertainment page.
December dates go quickly, so if your party is booked, check the diary early. Let us know your headcount and the layout of the room, whether it's one long table, lots of rounds or a standing buffet, so Lewis can plan how long it'll take to reach everyone and which route round the room makes sense.
Things families like about a magician in Selby
- Calm round little ones Quiet, close-up moments near babies, with the cleverer stuff saved for the grown-ups.
- Nobody left out He visits every group in turn, including the relatives who'd rather stay seated.
- Hosts can relax While you're cutting the cake and pouring the tea, the rest of the room is being entertained.
- No room needed A function room, a conservatory or a back garden all work, as there's nothing to set up.
- Weddings and work parties too Roaming magic for drinks receptions and table magic at dinner.
Golf clubs, hotels and front rooms round Selby
Lewis travels throughout North Yorkshire, so a magician in Selby can come to whichever venue you've chosen. A christening lunch or anniversary meal round here could be at a hotel such as Kellington Manor, in the clubhouse at Selby Golf Club or Drax Golf Club, or simply at home.
He also covers York, Goole and Pontefract, so if your family is spread about a bit and the party ends up in a different town, just tell us where.
In your enquiry, mention the date, the start time and roughly how many adults and children are coming. Lewis will confirm he's free to be your magician in Selby and suggest when he should arrive.
A few quick answers
We're having the christening tea at the golf club. Would a magician in Selby suit it?
It's a lovely fit. Lewis keeps things gentle round babies, involves the older children and saves the real head-scratchers for the adults. Parents get a bit of breathing space too. Tell us roughly how many children are coming so he can plan for them.
Our grandparents will be seated all afternoon. Will they miss out?
Not at all. He brings the magic to them, at their table or in their armchair, and slows down so they can follow every step.
Can he perform at a party in our house?
Yes. Close-up magic happens in people's hands, so a living room, kitchen or garden is plenty. Let us know where the food will be so he can work round it. Garden parties are fine as well, and if the weather turns he'll follow everyone inside.
Do you do weddings in North Yorkshire?
Lewis does. Most couples book him for the drinks reception and the wedding breakfast, and he plans round your photographer and the speeches. Some keep him on into the evening as well, to welcome guests arriving for the party.
Will a magician in Selby come to our office Christmas party?
Gladly. He'll mingle over drinks and visit tables during dinner, and he'll work round any awards or speeches. Book early for December.
Thirty relatives or a hundred: how long will a magician in Selby need?
It comes down to numbers. A christening for thirty needs much less time than a wedding for a hundred and fifty. Tell us your headcount and he'll suggest what reaches everyone.
Family celebration on the horizon?
Send us the date, the venue and a rough guest list. We'll check the diary and let you know if Lewis can be your magician in Selby for the day.
What people say about Lewis
Lewis (the magician) arrived early and even took the time to introduce himself to us and was very friendly and approachable. He went around each table and showed the guests tricks and blew them away. It was so nice to hear the laughter and claps coming from each table. He also got me (the bride)…
Lewis absolutely transformed our event and made it a day to remember! He managed to capture everyone's attention and engage with all ages. I really didn't expect such a huge impact, but let's just say that my guests are still talking about how amazing he is a month later! Thank you Lewis for making my…
Jamie and Lewis certainly worked their magic on our companies 50th Anniversary event on Saturday. They mesmerized everyone and left people in awe. We have had so many positive comments. We would definitely recommend them. Thank you so much!