Magician & Event Host
in Surrey

1. How much does it cost to hire a magician in Surrey?

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The cost of hiring a professional magician in Surrey depends on your date, performance time and the type of event you're planning. Typically, Tommy's packages range from £400 to £2000, with a personalised quote provided based on your event.

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2. What types of events can I hire a magician or event host for?

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Tommy Knight provides magic and professional event hosting for weddings, corporate events and private parties across Surrey. This includes wedding receptions, awards evenings, corporate dinners, networking events, Christmas parties, birthdays, anniversaries and other celebrations. You can book Tommy purely as a magician or combine the entertainment with professional hosting for selected events.

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3. Is hiring a magician worth it for an event?

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A good magician does more than simply perform tricks. Close-up magic can break the ice, bring different groups together and create shared moments that get guests talking. It's particularly effective during natural gaps in an event, such as drinks receptions, networking, photographs, between courses or before the evening entertainment begins.

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4. How does close-up magic work at an event?

Close-up magic happens right amongst your guests rather than on a stage. Tommy moves naturally between small groups or tables, performing interactive magic just inches away from the people watching. It requires very little setup and can fit around the rest of your event, making it ideal for weddings, corporate events and private parties.

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5. How long should I hire a magician for?

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For many events, around two hours of close-up magic works really well, although the ideal performance time depends on your guest numbers and how the event is structured. A smaller private party may need less time, while a larger wedding or corporate event may benefit from longer. Tommy can recommend the best option based on your plans.

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6. Can I hire someone to be both a magician and event host?

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Yes, and this is something Tommy specialises in. Tommy Knight is both a professional magician and experienced event host, so the entertainment and hosting can be combined into one service. Depending on your event, this can include making announcements, introducing speakers or speeches, keeping the running order moving and entertaining guests with close-up magic along the way.

For weddings, Tommy can also be booked as a Magical Wedding MC, combining professional wedding hosting with close-up magic throughout the day.

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7. When is the best time to have a magician perform at an event?

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Magic works particularly well during parts of an event when guests are already socialising. At weddings, that might be during the drinks reception, photographs, wedding breakfast or early evening. At corporate events, it can work brilliantly during networking, drinks receptions and between courses. For private parties, Tommy can perform as guests arrive or once the celebration is underway. The best time ultimately depends on the flow of your event.

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8. Will a magician interrupt my guests or make the event feel awkward?

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They shouldn't. Good close-up magic should feel like a natural part of the event rather than something guests are forced to watch. Tommy moves between groups and reads the room, recognising when people want to be entertained and when they're already enjoying a conversation.

There's no need to stop the event or gather everybody around a stage, the magic happens around your guests.

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9. How far in advance should I book a magician or event host?

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For popular dates, particularly Friday and Saturday weddings and events during the summer, it's worth enquiring as early as possible as Tommy is booked a year in advance. However, availability varies throughout the year, so don't assume you've left it too late.

Even if your event is only a few weeks away, get in touch and Tommy can check availability for your date.

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10. What should I look for when choosing a magician or event host?

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Look for genuine experience, independent reviews and footage of them performing at real events, but also consider their personality. A magician or host interacts directly with your guests, so you want someone who can read the room, make people feel comfortable and entertain without taking over.

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Tommy Knight is a Surrey based professional magician and event host, a member of The Magic Circle, an award-winning magician and backed by 5-star Google reviews. He has entertained guests at weddings, corporate events and private celebrations at venues throughout Surrey and across the UK.