Marc Lemezma

Based in Maidstone, Kent in the UK Magician Marc Lemezma has made a speciality of performing Magic at weddings, parties and corporate events. Working at functions and trade shows in Kent, London, Essex, Surrey, Sussex and all over the country at all kinds of venues Marc has a vast experience as an entertainer, presenter, public speaker and is an internationally published author. .

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Making Magic Work

Choosing to have a magician entertain at your party or function is a great idea, yet some people are unsure as to whether it is the right thing to do. They are concerned that the magician might not fit in or that he will in some way get in the way or interfere with the proceedings.

In fact a magician can work at any function and if he is truly professional he will understand the format of the evening and be able to work with you and the organisers to blend in perfectly.
Parties and Functions can typically be grouped into simple classifications. On the one hand it is possible to group them by type i.e. Annual Dinners, Birthday Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Weddings etc. However it is more useful to think of them in terms of format.

Formal Functions
This include Ceremonial Banquets, Annual Dinners, Awards Ceremonies, Sports and Football Club Dinners, Charity Balls, Mayoral Banquets, Rotary & Round Table Dinners, School Proms and of course Masonic Ladies Nights.

These kinds of functions share some common factors.
They are typically black-tie events
There is a top table
Wine will be “taken” through the meal
There are speeches after the meal
There are raffles and possibly prizes and awards given
Games may be played for example the ubiquitous “Heads & Tales”

At these functions a magician can certainly entertain during the drinks reception, but beware if the bar area is small he may not have room to perform. A very good time to use a magician is throughout the meal. A professional entertainer will know when is a good time to entertain a table, dipping in between courses and working around the waiting staff.

At many of these functions in general and Masonic ones in particular there will be a MC or Master Of Ceremonies. Many organisers of Masonic functions are cautious about allowing entertainers during the meal as they will frequently “take wine” and have many speeches. This should not be a problem with a professional entertainer who will square things with the MC beforehand.

Another great idea for these evenings is to have a photographer present who can photograph the guests as they arrive. They have made an effort to put on their finery so why not give the opportunity to portrait of themselves dressed up to the nines!

Amazing Magic can organise such a photographer on your behalf. If there are sufficient guests booked this can often be done at no cost to the organisers. Amazing Magic always recommends Portland Studios who are experts in this kind of work.
Weddings are unique events and to learn how to add magic to your special day then we recommend The Wedding Magician

Semi-Formal Functions
These are the kind of events where whilst the is a sit-down meal there is little or no formal business such as speeches and raffles to contend with. Birthday Parties, Anniversary Celebrations, Company Functions, Staff Dinners etc are good examples of such events.

Here, the magician can really make the event for you. What these events often lack is a cohesive force to bring folks together. Yes those celebrating may say a few words at the beginning or end of the evening but most of the time your guests may be left at a table with someone the hardly know or even worse dislike.

Let your magician entertain your guests at will – he will spot those tables needing a lift and will make their evening special.

Informal Functions
Some people choose to have very little formal happen at their celebrations. This is perfectly natural as many people are self conscious and just want to relax and enjoy themselves. So at Birthday and Engagement Parties, Christenings and Anniversaries or just a BBQ in the Garden a magician can again be the common factor for the evening.

Your magician will Mix & Mingle with your guests going from group to group giving each a short magic show. He can even offer a short “Set piece” or cabaret spot at some point to add to the mystery.
For all functions a great DJ or even a live band or tribute swinger is a perfect way to end the festivities. Amazing Magic recommends Noss Ryan Discos and Allied Entertainments who have a range of entertainers to suit any event.

Whoever you choose to entertain at your function, make sure you are comfortable with their style and the person themselves, but more importantly make sure you check out their credentials!