Magician in Sudbury for family gatherings
Aunties, toddlers, godparents and a grandad who claims he's seen every trick going. Lewis Joss has something for each of them.
The nice thing about having a magician in Sudbury at a family do is that nobody has to sit in rows and watch. Lewis Joss comes to the guests instead, one small group at a time, with a few minutes of sleight of hand done right under their noses. Then he moves along and the group he's just left starts trying to work it out.
Family audiences are where it all began for him. His grandad showed him some tricks when he was six, relatives became his first audience, and he went on to join The Magic Circle. These days he's also a member of Equity, he's appeared in TV adverts for Channel 5's revival of Minder with Shane Richie, and in 2024 he reached Britain's Got Talent with Jay & Joss.
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Christenings, reunions and first birthdays with a magician in Sudbury
A christening usually means a service, then lunch or afternoon tea with both sides of the family. The godparents might know only the parents, the grandparents might not have seen some of the cousins since the wedding, and the children are restless after sitting through the church bit. Lewis starts as people arrive at the party, which takes the stiffness out of those first few minutes.
With little ones he uses tricks they can join in with. A sponge ball that multiplies in their hand, a coin that turns up in somebody's shoe, a magic word that only works when they shout it. Then he turns to the grown-ups with something cleverer, often using a borrowed ring or a phone, and the table is talking about it long after he's gone.
Family reunions and first birthday parties follow the same pattern. Mixed ages, people catching up, and a host who can't be in five places at once. A magician in Sudbury keeps the quieter corners busy while you sort the food and say hello to everyone. You get to enjoy your own party for a change.
There's no stage, no music and no setting up, so he's just as at home in a garden or a kitchen as in a hired room. And because it's quiet, a sleeping baby in the corner won't be disturbed. If a nap is under way, he'll simply work at the other end of the room.
For a sit-down meal, he visits the tables between courses and gets out of the way when food arrives. For a buffet, he catches people in the queue and as they find a seat. More on family occasions on the party magician page.
Getting married? A wedding magician in Sudbury
Weddings bring families together on an even bigger scale, and the same close-up style works beautifully. Most couples book Lewis for the drinks reception, when they're away with the photographer and guests have time to fill. He works his way round in small groups so nobody is left standing alone.
At the wedding breakfast he goes table to table between courses, and he's well clear before the speeches start. In the evening he can help new arrivals settle in, which is useful when the evening crowd don't know many of the day guests.
A wedding magician in Sudbury is especially welcome if there are lots of children coming. Page boys and flower girls get bored during photos, and a bit of magic aimed at them gives their parents a breather. Find out more on the wedding magician page.
Small weddings are lovely for this kind of magic. If there are only thirty of you around a long table in a hotel dining room, he can linger, get to know people and tailor the tricks to them. Older relatives who'd never get up to dance get something just for them, right at their seat.
Before the day, send him your running order and a quick note about any guests who'd love to be involved, or who'd prefer to just watch.
Christmas meals and work parties for Sudbury teams
Staff parties have the same awkward start as a family do, only with name badges. Colleagues stick to their own team at the welcome drinks, and the new starters hover by the door. A magician in Sudbury moving round the room pulls those groups together without anyone being made to play a game.
Lewis has performed at the Royal Air Force Club in London and on cruise ships, and his clients have included Toys "R" Us and the Ministry of Defence. So a formal company dinner and a relaxed team lunch are both comfortable ground. He'll mingle at the drinks, visit the tables over the meal and step aside for any speeches or awards.
Timing at a Christmas meal is handled the same way as at a christening. He watches for the food, waits for the boss to finish any thank yous, and makes sure every table gets a turn. Getting a magician in Sudbury for the first couple of hours suits teams where some colleagues drive or leave early, as nobody misses out.
For client evenings or launches, he can build a company name or product into a routine if you ask in good time. Take a look at the corporate entertainment page for more on work bookings.
Why it suits a family crowd
- No sitting in rows The magic comes to each group, so toddlers and grandparents alike get a front-row view.
- Baby friendly Quiet, no loud music, and he'll steer clear of anyone napping.
- Pitched to the ages present Join-in tricks for children, real puzzlers for the adults.
- Fits any space Garden, kitchen, hotel room or village hall, he needs nothing set up.
- Also weddings and work Drinks receptions, wedding breakfasts and Christmas dinners run the same way.
Venues for family occasions around Sudbury
Lewis travels across Suffolk and the Babergh district, so having a magician in Sudbury at a hotel, a golf club or your own home is easy to arrange. A christening lunch could be at a hotel like The Mill Hotel or the George and Dragon Hotel, and a family party in the clubhouse at Newton Green Golf Course. Wherever it is, close-up magic adapts to the room.
He also covers the surrounding towns. If the party is a little further away, see the pages for Colchester, Bury St Edmunds and Haverhill. Nothing changes from one town to the next, so choose the venue that's easiest for your family to get to.
Good to know
Is a magician in Sudbury a good fit for a christening lunch?
Yes. Christenings bring together a wide spread of ages, and Lewis adapts every trick to the people watching. Children love joining in and the adults are left scratching their heads. He'll keep it gentle, so even the shyest little ones are happy to watch.
What age do children need to be to enjoy it?
Toddlers enjoy the bright, visual tricks, and by school age they're keen to help. Teenagers tend to be the toughest crowd, which is exactly why he enjoys them. A mixed group of all ages is honestly the most fun to perform for.
Can a magician in Sudbury perform at our house or garden?
Yes. He needs no stage, power or space cleared, so a home party is ideal. Just let us know roughly how many guests and when the food will be out.
We're also planning a wedding next year. Is that something Lewis covers?
Definitely. Couples usually start with the drinks reception and often add the wedding breakfast or the evening do. Lewis plans everything around your photos and speeches. With plenty of children coming, he'll make sure they get their own moment too.
Can we book a magician in Sudbury for the office Christmas meal?
Of course. He's a great icebreaker at a staff party, and he'll step back for any speeches or awards. December books up quickly, so ask early. He's just as happy with a team of ten as with a room of two hundred.
How much notice does a magician in Sudbury need?
The sooner the better, especially for summer weekends and December. But it's always worth asking, even if your party is only a few weeks away.
Family party on the horizon?
Pop us a message with the date, where it's being held and roughly how many are coming. We'll look at the diary and get straight back to you about a magician in Sudbury.
What people say about Lewis
Lewis performed at my recent party. He has a lovely personality, is very entertaining, very competent ,and very well received by all.
Jamie for Fine Entertainments arranged Lewis to perform at our wedding. We cannot thank him enough for the performances he gave us and our wedding guests. Made the effort to learn everyone's name, was great with the kids aswell. Such a nice guy and an incredible magician. We were all blown away. Absolute highlight of…
The entertainment provided by Jamie and Lewis at our event was absolutely fantastic. I received nothing but positive feedback from our guests. For some guests, it was the highlight of the event! Both the close up magic and stage show was enjoyable and high quality. The souvenirs were a brilliant touch and I’m glad that…