Welcome to edsumner.com
I'm a professional magician, and here you can find information on myself and my magic.
I perform all over the UK at various events.
To discuss your event, please do get in touch with me through my contact page.
I perform all over the country however my local performances are based around Staffordshire (Stafford, Stoke, Uttoxeter),
and the West Midlands (Birmingham, Woverhampton, Lichfield).
Weddings, parties, birthdays, or other get togethers,
my magic is suited to a wide range of events.
"Thank you for the magic you performed at my 40th party,
you had us laughing and yet speechless at the same time."
Mandy Edwards, Stafford
Read more quotes or contact me to receive an information pack and a FREE wedding and events planning guide.
View posts below, or view the archive.
Stage Magic Competition, Cannock
May 16th, 2012On Monday night, I performed in the annual stage magic competition at my local magic club 3SM. I am also a Member of the Magic Circle in London, however I attend my local club in Cannock more often. This particular night was open to the general public, and it was a good chance for me to showcase my skills to my friends, family and peers who usually do not get a chance to see me perform my professional working material.
I only performed a short set, just two routines, however it was performed to my usual professional standard and it went very well. From listening to the audience, I think that everyone enjoyed it. A few of my magician friends, particularly liked my unique touches of some of the routines I did.
I wasn't aiming to win, which is fine as I didn't anyway. I just performed a few routines, that I've done before. There was a bit of a hiccup at the start, when both of the first two people I invited to come up on stage refused, but that's fine, I don't force anyone to help out, and the show must go on, so I grabbed some other people and we carried on.
Upcoming Sweet Shop Magic Gigs, Boldmere, Sutton Coldfield
May 13th, 2012I’ve just added a few gigs to my public performances. Both of these events take place at Treat Street, a unique sweet shop and party venue in Boldmere, near Sutton Coldfield.
I will be making balloon models at their garden party on the 19th May. Willy Wonka is going to be there too, so if you are available then come along, eat sweets, grab a balloon and have some fun.
On the 2nd June, I’ll be performing a shortened version of my children’s Ready Steady Magic show three times between 12pm and 3pm, as part of their Jubilant Jubilee Party. I’m really looking forward to the Jubilee, and I’m performing at a street party on the Sunday too. I think it’s going to be a great weekend, where everyone can celebrate together. Come along and celebrate with us, at Treat Street.
I’m also performing there in June and July for a private party booking. Sorry but you’ll need an invitation for those events. However, if you’re looking for a unique party venue, then I recommend checking out Treat Street, by clicking here. As well as having my super fun magic show, you can have milkshakes, pancakes and a mouth full of sweets - hey, you’re only young once!
If there is anything I can help with, then check out my children’s magic website www.readysteadymagic.co.uk or get in touch with me here.
Wedding Magic, Barlaston
May 10th, 2012Congratulations Anthony and Jayne.
Hire a close up magician for your wedding or event in Barlaston. On Sunday, I performed close up magic during a wedding at The Upper House Hotel and Restaurant in Barlaston. It’s a lovely venue for a wedding. and has a great conservatory at the back, with some beautiful gardens.
Getting married at the Upper House, Barlaston, Stafforshire - get in touch with me to add some close up magic to your event.
I was booked on Sunday to perform magic for two hours, and started by gathering the bride, groom and some of their closest friends for an extra special magic routine. This ended with a unique giveaway that they will keep!
As I visited each group, everyone said they were having a lovely day, and it was good to see the sun shining, in a week that has been full of hail and rain.
I also performed a few different routine for the younger guests. This is an interesting point to magic at weddings. I am often booked to perform magic at weddings where all the guests are adults. This is great and I love performing this style of magic, however where younger guests are attending the wedding I have routines that work well for them, and family routines suitable for all ages. My close up magic is an inclusive and interactive art form that crosses generations and allows everyone to be involved.
Magic fits into lots of different places during a wedding day. Key wedding dates do get booked up, so don’t delay, call me today, on 07792129828 and I’ll be happy to discuss your specific requirements with me. There is more information available on my weddings page, and I have a wedding information pack, which I can email to you. Feel free to email me here.
Dial C for Conjurer
May 8th, 2012As promised here is a picture from the costume party I performed at in Lichfield a while back. The theme was all things beginning with the letter C. I was of course the conjuror and here I am performing magic to Cruella De Vil, a caveman, and a character from the film A Clockwork Orange. If you’re holding a costume party, or a regular party, and you’re looking for some quality entertainment, then consider hiring a close up magician. I perform live, interactive engaging magic, and my magic is perfect for house parties. I love performing at them, meeting new people and sharing my unique style of magic with you. I work all over Stafforshire and the West Midlands, including Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, and lots of other places too numerous to name. Call me today on 07792129828 or email me here.
Hope to hear from you.
Hypnotism, Cannock
May 2nd, 2012Monday night, I was at Longford House in Cannock, attending a hypnotism lecture and workshop with hypnotist Anthony Jacquin and the Head Hacking team. As well as being a Magic Circle magician, I’m also part of my local club 3SM (South Staffordshire Society of Magicians), and this event was part of their programme.
I do not perform hypnotism professionally, however it is something I am interested in and something which I practice with friends and in social situations. I found the lecture really interesting and learnt a lot. I would go as far as to say it was the best lecture I’ve been to. Really funny too. Some of the techniques, can be applied to every day life, and to audience management during my close up magic routines. I won’t be sending you ‘under’ but I may be suggesting that you act in a way that’s helpful to me. I also bought a CD interview while I was there, so hopefully I’ll be able to learn a bit more about this fascinating art form.
Overtime and Underpaid Magic Show
May 1st, 2012My second gig for Saturday went really well, when it finally started. The parents sat with the children who were between five and ten, and I worked hard to include everyone in the show. From where I was stood, I saw lots of smiles, heard lots of laughs, and gasps. I enjoyed the show too. After the show, I made each child a balloon model, and they loved those. Kids always do.
It took some time for the party to start though. I was booked to begin at 3pm, however at about 12.30pm, I got a call to say that the party was cancelled. As stated in my booking terms, any cancellation on the day, incurs the full fee. In agreement with the client, we agreed to delay the performance until 5pm. It was lucky for them, that I had no other bookings that day.
I went out to lunch, and arrived for 5pm. I was just fetching my things from the boot of my car, when the phone rang to say that the birthday child and mother were stuck in town and would be there in 20 minutes. After two more phone calls, an hour later at 6pm they finally arrived, and the party was set to begin.
My terms also state that payment is taken on arrival, before the party starts, not after. I asked for my payment, and was told, ‘we need to see how good you are first.’ I repeated the terms and conditions, which I had with me, and reminded the client that we had already agreed on the service and the price. It was not up for negotiation now. She repeated her stance, and I repeated mine, threatening to pack up my kit and leave. Finally she handed me the cash. I always count my money, not because I’m un-trusting but because people make mistakes. It was £10 short. Looking around the room, I decided to take what I was given. I did the show, cutting it short. Often it takes me five minutes to pack up at the end, however on this occasion I packed up as I went along, and left as soon as I had finished the last balloon model.
Moral of the story, please read the terms and conditions. Most people don’t want to mess me about, but they are there to protect me and you. If I need to, I will enforce them.
I cover Staffordshire and the Midlands with my childrens' magic shows and entertainment. To hire a magician who acts professionally in his show and in business, contact me here, or visit my kids magic website, www.readysteadymagic.co.uk
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