Bridal gown, bridal party gifts, flowers, caterer, music, food... where does wedding entertainer fall in this line-up? Often, the entertainment for your wedding reception and meal is one of the last things to get booked, but it could end up being one of the most important decisions you make. A few years from now, no one will remember what your gown looked like or how the food tasted

Why a Magician?

When you invite family and friends to your wedding, you will get a motley crew of ages - from newborns and young children to adults and seniors. It can be hard to find entertainment for your wedding that will appeal to virtually everyone. That is why hiring a magician, particularly one that specialises in close-up magic, is a smart move.

While the bride and groom are definitely the focal of any wedding, you can make the day even more memorable by hiring a magician as your wedding entertainment. The reception or even a large engagement party is a great opportunity to entertain your guests while you mix and mingle with them. It is hard to be everywhere and thank everyone for coming to see you so why not provide some fun with a close-up magician working the crowd?

Engage your Guests

You want to make your wedding a special time by sharing it with cherished family and friends. However, with many people in one place, it can be hard to spend quality time with each and every guest. Plus, there is always some lag time in the wedding reception and sit-down meal (if you have one). A close-up magician can keep your guests engaged while you, as part of the newly wedded couple, can take your time to meet and greet everyone.

The great part about hiring a magician as your wedding entertainer is the appeal to all ages. Adults are right along with the children in expressing wonder at the different tricks and sleights of hand of the magician. While hiring a DJ or band can be fun, what if your guests don't like the music? With magic, you don't have to worry. It has a universal appeal!

Choosing the Right Magician

Word of mouth is the first course of action when choosing the right magician for your wedding, particularly if you respect the advice of the person giving it. Look to local entertainment agencies if you do not have a starting point such as a referral. Once you have a few candidates for your wedding magician, check out their resume and website. Most magicians these days not only post their resume on their website but also video clips and testimonials from past clients.

Watch the video clips and see if the personality and style of the magician will work for your wedding. Talk to the entertainer and see if you believe you can work with them in the planning of your wedding. Ask for references from past clients, particularly if any were from previous weddings - and then call them. Finally, verify some of their previous work from their resume and look into whether the magician is a member of any professional organizations for their type of entertainment.

Planning a wedding can be fun and stressful at the same time. When it comes to your choice of a wedding entertainer, go with something a bit different from the other weddings you may have attended. Hire a close-up magician and create a wedding event your family and friends will talk about for years to come.