Magician in St Austell for christenings and Cornish family parties
Not a kids' show with everyone cross-legged on the carpet. Magic that wanders round the whole party, from the high chair to the head of the table.
A magician in St Austell at a christening or family party has a slightly unusual job. Half the room is under ten and the other half has seen every trick going, or thinks they have. The magic has to land with both, often in the same group, and without anybody being made to sit still for half an hour.
That's why Lewis Joss works close-up. He's a Member of The Magic Circle, he's done TV work with Debbie McGee and the late Paul Daniels, and he's performed at hundreds of events, from private parties to cruise ships. Clients over the years have included Toys "R" Us and Thomson Holidays, but family parties are where he started.
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Questions parents usually ask
- Baby friendly Quiet, conversational magic that won't wake anyone or need the room hushed. If the baby needs a nap, he'll work in another room.
- No sitting in rows He goes to the guests, so nobody has to gather round or stop eating.
- Children can help Little ones get to join in, and the shy ones can just watch.
- Home or hotel Your magician in St Austell needs no space, so a living room works as well as a function room.
- Weddings and work too The same close-up style suits a wedding reception or an office Christmas party.
What a magician in St Austell brings to a christening
Picture a christening lunch. The service is done, everyone's arrived at the hotel or the house, and there's a lull while food comes out and photos are taken. The new parents are juggling a baby and a hundred hellos. Lewis starts in that lull, going from group to group so guests have something to do besides wait. A magician in St Austell who starts there turns the waiting into part of the fun.
He keeps it calm. There's no music, no bangs and nothing that needs the lights turned down, so a sleeping baby can stay asleep. If someone needs a feed or a change, he carries on elsewhere and comes back later so the parents still get their own moment.
The children tend to become his assistants. They hold the cards, blow on the coin and shout the magic word, and the shy ones can watch from behind a parent's leg until they're ready. Grandparents get it slowly and right in front of them, and they can stay in their chairs. Teenagers, who usually pretend to be bored, get the quicker stuff and tend to be the first to ask how it's done.
First birthdays work on the same lines. The birthday boy or girl won't follow a trick at that age, but the cousins, aunts and grandparents certainly will, and the photos of everyone's faces are worth having. Naming days and family reunions fit the same pattern too. At a reunion, he gives cousins who haven't seen each other in years something to gather round.
There's more on magic for parties and family occasions, including how he handles a room full of mixed ages.
Cornish weddings, from drinks to the dance floor
Weddings are really big family parties, and Lewis covers plenty of them. The drinks reception is the favourite slot: you're off having photos, guests are left with a glass, and a wedding magician in St Austell moving among them keeps the mood up and gets both families talking.
At the wedding breakfast he goes round the tables between courses, and steps well aside before the speeches. He'll keep an eye on the kids' table too, because a long meal can test the patience of a six year old. And if the weather drives the drinks indoors, he simply comes inside with everyone.
Some couples keep him for the evening, when guests arrive who only know the couple. A few tricks near the bar get them chatting before the first dance. The day guests, who've been sat at tables all afternoon, enjoy the pick-me-up too.
Small weddings suit close-up magic very well. With a modest guest list, he has time to stay with each group a little longer, and the magic becomes part of the conversation rather than a turn. Bigger weddings simply need a longer booking so a wedding magician can get round every table before the toasts.
Give your venue and photographer his timings so everyone works to one plan. Read more on the wedding magician page.
Around St Austell and across Cornwall
If you've been searching for magicians in Cornwall, Lewis travels across the county, so a magician in St Austell will come to you, wherever the party's being held. A christening lunch might be at a hotel such as Carlyon Bay Hotel, Porth Avallen Hotel or The Cornwall Hotel, and a wedding at Trevalsa Court. Lots of family parties simply happen at home.
He also covers Truro, Bodmin and Newquay, so relatives coming from different ends of the county isn't a problem. Booking a magician in St Austell for a party elsewhere in Cornwall works exactly the same way.
Staff parties and work dinners
Lewis also works company events: Christmas parties, awards evenings, client dinners and team nights out. The start of any work do is a bit stiff, with people sticking to their own department. Mingling magic at the welcome drinks gets colleagues talking, then he works the tables once the meal begins.
He steers clear of speeches and awards, finishing the tables beforehand, and can pick up again at the bar afterwards. At a launch or client night, he can make your logo or product the final reveal of a trick. Your organiser just needs to let him know when the microphone comes out.
Small teams are welcome. A dozen colleagues round a restaurant table is a lovely setting, as nobody misses a thing and there's no rush. A magician in St Austell doesn't need a function room or a stage, which makes a team meal out easy to arrange.
He's comfortable with every kind of work crowd, whether that's directors and clients at a formal dinner or the whole shop floor letting their hair down at Christmas. Reading the room is half the job, and it's what he's done at hundreds of events.
December Fridays get booked up early, so ask as soon as your date is set. There's more on the corporate entertainment page.
Your questions
Is a magician in St Austell suitable for a christening full of toddlers?
Yes. Lewis keeps it gentle and lets the little ones join in. If a child gets a bit overwhelmed, he simply moves on and comes back later. A magician in St Austell working a christening also makes sure older siblings get to help, which they love.
When should he start at a christening?
Usually just after the service, as people arrive at the venue. That's the slow stretch while food is put out and photos are taken. If the service runs late, he'll simply start when the first guests arrive.
Will the grandparents enjoy it?
They're often the most baffled people in the room. The magic happens inches from their hands and they can stay seated. He takes it at a comfortable pace so they catch every moment. Great grandparents included.
Can a magician in St Austell do the wedding drinks and dinner?
Yes. Most couples pick the drinks reception, the wedding breakfast or both. Timings are agreed with you and the venue beforehand. He'll also keep an eye on the children's table during the meal.
Do you do works Christmas parties?
Yes. Mingling at the drinks and table magic during dinner, finishing before any speeches. If you're booking a magician in St Austell for December, ask early, as the Friday nights go first.
How long do families tend to book him for?
It depends on the number of guests and how the day runs. Tell us both and Lewis will suggest a sensible length. For a christening, the hour or so after the service is often enough; a big wedding needs longer.
Christening or party coming up in St Austell?
Send over the date, where everyone's gathering and roughly how many are coming. We'll tell you whether Lewis is available to be your magician in St Austell. A venue isn't essential when you first get in touch; the date is the main thing.
What people say about Lewis
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…
We had Lewis perform at our Christmas party and he was fantastic. His interaction with people was great and the close up magic he performed had people in amazement. Would highly recommend
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!