Booking a magician is one thing, but what does he actually need to make everything run flawlessly? The good news: far less than you might think. Even so, it helps to settle a few practical matters in advance, so the magic has all the room it needs on the day itself. In this article we line up the most important points.
Walk-around magic: almost no requirements
The beauty of close-up and walk-around magic is that it needs hardly anything. Sudesh moves among the guests and does everything at arm's length, in their own hands. No stage, no sound system, no blackout.
The only thing that helps is a space where people can find one another: drinks, a reception or a dinner where clusters form. The magic takes care of the rest.
A stage show: what is good to arrange
If you want a central show on a stage, a few practical things come in handy. Nothing complicated, but the difference between good and perfect often lies in the preparation.
Sudesh always discusses this in advance and adapts to your venue. That way you know exactly what is needed and you are not caught off guard on the day itself.
- ✦A defined spot where everyone can see the act
- ✦A microphone or sound system for a larger group
- ✦Enough light on the performer so everything is visible
- ✦Short build-up time beforehand and a moment to align
How a professional adapts
The most important difference between an amateur and a professional is flexibility. An experienced magician thinks along, asks the right questions in advance and adapts his repertoire to the space, the audience and the moment.
Whether it is a cramped living room or a large hall: Sudesh makes sure the magic works within your setting. You do not need to be an expert in technical setup or staging, he takes care of that.
A magician mainly needs people to amaze; the rest is secondary. With a short alignment beforehand, Sudesh makes sure everything fits your venue and programme.