Magician FAQ | Hiring a Wedding & Event Magician
If you're considering hiring a professional magician for your wedding, corporate event or private party, you may have a few questions. Below are some of the most common questions about booking Matthew Garrett, an award-winning close-up magician based in Northamptonshire and performing across the UK.
How do I hire Matthew Garrett?
Booking is simple. You can call directly on 07966 403086, email info@professionalmagic.com, or complete the
online enquiry form.
Matthew will discuss your event, check availability and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.
Matthew will discuss your event, check availability and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.
Is Matthew Garrett a member of The Magic Circle?
Yes. Matthew is a full member of The Magic Circle and has achieved its highest level of membership:
Member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star.
Of The Magic Circle’s more than 1,700 members worldwide, fewer than 200 have attained this prestigious level.
He has over 20 years of professional experience performing at weddings, corporate events and private parties.
He has over 20 years of professional experience performing at weddings, corporate events and private parties.
Is Matthew insured?
Yes. Matthew holds £10 million Public Liability Insurance through Equity,
providing the level of cover required by many professional venues, hotels and corporate clients.
Documentation can be supplied to your venue on request.
Is Matthew reliable?
Absolutely. Much of Matthew’s work comes from repeat bookings, recommendations and referrals.
Every booking is confirmed in writing, with the details agreed in advance.
Matthew arrives in good time, professionally presented and fully prepared for your event.
How far will Matthew travel?
Matthew is based in Northamptonshire and regularly performs across Northamptonshire,
Bedford, Bedfordshire, Cambridge, London and the surrounding areas, as well as throughout the UK
and internationally.
Any applicable travel costs are agreed in advance.
Any applicable travel costs are agreed in advance.
How much does it cost to hire a magician?
The cost of hiring a professional magician depends on the type of event, location,
performance style and length of time required.
Matthew offers options ranging from close-up magic through to stage performances and complete wedding hosting and magic packages. Get in touch with your date, venue and approximate timings for an accurate quote.
Matthew offers options ranging from close-up magic through to stage performances and complete wedding hosting and magic packages. Get in touch with your date, venue and approximate timings for an accurate quote.
What is close-up magic, and what is the difference between close-up, walk-around and table magic?
Close-up magic is the broad term for magic performed at close quarters,
right in front of your guests.
Walk-around magic involves Matthew mingling from group to group without the need for a table, making it particularly suited to drinks receptions, parties and standing events.
Table magic is performed from table to table, typically between courses during a meal or wedding breakfast. This allows Matthew to work systematically around the room and entertain each table throughout the meal.
No stage is required for close-up magic, and the format can be adapted to suit your event.
Walk-around magic involves Matthew mingling from group to group without the need for a table, making it particularly suited to drinks receptions, parties and standing events.
Table magic is performed from table to table, typically between courses during a meal or wedding breakfast. This allows Matthew to work systematically around the room and entertain each table throughout the meal.
No stage is required for close-up magic, and the format can be adapted to suit your event.
How long should I book a magician for?
This depends on the number of guests and the format of your event.
As a general guide, for more than 60 guests, around two hours is usually sensible;
for more than 100 guests, around three hours may be more appropriate.
Matthew will be happy to recommend the best format and duration for your event. Wedding hosting and longer entertainment options are also available.
Matthew will be happy to recommend the best format and duration for your event. Wedding hosting and longer entertainment options are also available.
When is the best time to have a magician at a wedding?
Some of the best times are during the drinks reception while photographs are being taken,
during the wedding breakfast between courses, or during the transition into the evening celebration.
Magic works particularly well during natural gaps in the day, bringing guests together and keeping everyone entertained. Matthew can also combine the magic with professional wedding hosting to help the whole day flow smoothly.
Magic works particularly well during natural gaps in the day, bringing guests together and keeping everyone entertained. Matthew can also combine the magic with professional wedding hosting to help the whole day flow smoothly.
Can the magic be customised for corporate events?
Yes. Matthew regularly incorporates company messages, branding and products into his
performances for corporate events, product launches, exhibitions and trade shows.
This creates a unique and memorable experience tailored specifically to your business.
This creates a unique and memorable experience tailored specifically to your business.
What types of events does Matthew perform at?
Matthew performs at a wide range of events, including:
- Weddings
- Corporate events
- Private parties and celebrations
- Awards evenings
- Product launches and exhibitions
What happens after I enquire?
Complete the
enquiry form
with your event date, venue and a few details about what you're planning.
Matthew will check availability, recommend the most suitable entertainment option
and provide a clear quote.
If you'd like to go ahead, your booking will then be confirmed in writing.
If you'd like to go ahead, your booking will then be confirmed in writing.