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That’s Magic

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When it comes to magic, you might think you know what you are getting at an event. A few strolling tricks, a vanishing card and perhaps even a flame or two! But these magicians go a bit further than that and seek to differentiate their act in new ways!

Singing Magician
This is certainly a bit of fun. You could book a singer and a magician for your party but why bother when you can book a Singing Magician and get more bang for your buck! Able to sing the classic songs or any song of your choice and astound you with his magic tricks and cheeky banter! Destined to draw a large crowd!

Keelan and Charlotte
A bit of a unique idea this – both wonderfully entertaining magic and expertly executed. Changing outfits as quick as a flash which will amaze your audience and bring a smile on their faces. Great for Corporate events and Private parties. Keelan and Charlotte are an original act and will bring a bit of fun to your event.

David Willmott
Perfect for both stage and strolling magic, he is a huge hit at events during December and is just the right option for a themed festive party. David’s unique brand of close-up magic is so flexible and engaging that it works wonders in a huge variety of different social situations.

His warm and approachable character enables him to break the ice effortlessly, then he mesmerises people, spreading laughter, amazement and entertainment. He creates talking points that really gets the party going and leaves everyone with memories they’ll treasure for years to come.

Andi Gladwin
Close up Magician – Andi can provide a fantastic show that will astound you, but if you are looking to go one step further, then booking a close up magician might be just up your street. He literally performs amazing miracles with playing cards, coins and various borrowed objects. Each guests gets to experience amazing magic right in front of their noses!. We think he would be great to hire especially if it’s a Star Wars themed evening!

David Redfearn
David doesn’t just put on a stage show for guests but creates an entire comedy routine out of his magic tricks that are sure to raise a laugh and have entertained thousands both in the UK and abroad. It is an electric evening of entertainment and a CEO or special person in the room can even be brought on stage to accomplish some magic of their own. A winning act for all!

Joker in the pack

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We have all shuffled a pack of cards. Most probably own at least one, just in case we want to practice a couple of magic tricks to entertain guests. You normally take the playing cards from the pack, take out the Jokers and start dealing the cards. But have you ever stopped to wonder where the Joker comes from and why it is there? Well we have the information that you require!

The Joker itself was invented sometime around 1860 by players of the card game Euchre, a trick-taking trump card game for four players. Relying on memory, tactics and good communication, you don’t use the entire deck but somewhere between 24 and 32 cards. It was believed to be introduced to the US by German settlers, though this is in dispute and it may also have been introduced to the American mainland by immigrants from Cornwall and Devon.

In the 1860s, some American card players of Euchre devised some new rules for their beloved game. The problem? It required an extra card. Sure, they could have used one of the spare cards from the deck, but since all the face cards are part of the game, this wouldn’t have been a ‘good fit’. They referred to the new card they came up with as the Best Bower, adding it to the game where it became the highest trump card available.

Looking to make a quick buck from these variation rules, American card manufacturers quickly jumped on the trend by including a couple of extra cards in their decks. The British were a little slower to catch on though, only adding them in during the 1880s.

The Best Bower card was slowly phased out to become the Joker or Jolly Joker that we all know and love today. Like the Ace of Spades, it was typically branded with the company logo or with a unique floral motif that connected it to the manufacturer. It wasn’t until the Joker title for the card became more common that it was almost always represented by a performing jester.

Despite the fact you may think the Joker is connected in some way to the Fool in Tarot cards, you might be interested to know that there is no connection at all. Tarot cards have been around since the 15th century when jesters were still a possible career option and there is no link to the Jokers in a pack of cards.

Start Your Event With A Bang!

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A typical illusion show tends to last for around 30-45 minutes meaning it’s a great way to kick start your event being long enough to include a range of laugh out loud comedy moments and astonishing magic but short enough to ensure that there’s still plenty of time for guests to enjoy the rest of the evening you have planned for them.

Interactive, Unique And Amazing!
Suitable for all ages, our Illusion Show is interactive and will have everyone on the edge of their seats!

Featuring epic grand illusions that have been custom designed for you alone, live show offers bizarre, strange, hilarious and unique routines unlike anything you have seen before!

The Illusionists bring you a show you’ll remember forever! Original and exciting, this unique act will leave your guests in astonishment with amazing illusions and laugh out loud comedy!

To book illusionists just look on our Directory where you will see a whole choice to choose from. Booking from Red Masque has never been easier.

Magical mystery evening

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Are you hoping to have a ‘magical event’ that is totally spellbinding which will have all your guests sitting on the end of their seats?  Well, why not hire a group of amazing acts that can transform your dull usual entertainment into something spectacular.

Why not hire an up-to-the minute illusionist for your event, having everyone trying to guess how on earth he managed to fool you before your very eyes. Hire escapologists, it is another act that is a race against time for him/her to get out of a life or death situation, or a contortionist that would squeeze into the tightest of spaces making it look so very easy but at the same time so mesmerising to watch.

All these superb acts can be booked from Red Masque entertainment directory. Simply have a look on our gallery to see which act would be best for your event. You will find all acts advertised are very professional and have great reviews.

Book a sword swallower

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A sword swallower is the most jaw dropping, show stopping, act that you could possibly see but nonetheless we still want to see it – it’s extremely clever and obviously well practiced and these guys are obviously a master in their field.

Some people think of sword swallowing as a magic trick but there’re no illusions or magic involved with this act. An act that is guaranteed to not only entertain but also shock and amaze your guests all at the same time. A great choice of entertainment for any party or event whatever the occasion.

From regurgitating, to swallowing razor blades we find it almost impossible to comprehend but ever so fascinating to watch. If you are having an event which would be worthy of such an act then we have the best Sword Swallowers on our books which is guaranteed to be talked about for many months to come.

Simply find the act you most like and they will be in contact with you once you have filled out an online booking form via our website. Hiring a top sword swallower is easy with Red Masque.

It’s a kind of Magic

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Magicians never seem to go out of fashion albeit the traditional magic from card tricks, to conjuring up a dove from his hat, or the slightly more sophisticated ‘illusions’ that magicians like to do nowadays.  Whatever you’re after you will always find the right magician for your special event.

Incredible illusions, close up, mind-bending magic and classic tricks with a contemporary twist. The best magicians and entertainers for private parties and events, providing astonishing interactive close up magic and table magic that’s guaranteed to wow your guests.

It maybe for a children’s party where simple magic would be just ‘magical’ for the children.  A corporate affair, where a magician can take something from your audience, and place it back in a completely different place.  You can’t fail to be entertained by these practiced magicians.

We at Red Masque have the very best magicians on our books and as you will see from their profiles are very professional. To hire a top magician simply fill out an online booking form and it will be sent straight to your favourite magician.

It’s all an Illusion

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Illusionists nowadays have become more and more jaw droopingly astounding with their unique illusions and breath-taking tricks.

Bringing the age old art of magic into the 21st century. Cutting edge and contemporary, don’t expect rabbits and top hats, but do expect to be mesmerised by these grand masters of magic and illusion, each with their own speciality and mind-blowing signature act.

Illusionists can mingle with your crowd and do the most impossible illusions – you can never work out how it’s done. Their routines are practiced and practiced and they have become a master of deception before your very eyes.

To book these amazing acts just click on the one that you feel will enhance your event, fill out an online form and it will go straight to your chosen illusionist. They will be in contact with you direct soon after…