LONDON CLOSE UP MAGICIAN
PROFESSIONAL MAGICIAN FOR HIRE AT LONDON EVENTS
Hire an expert close up magician in London specialising exclusively in interactive, walkaround entertainment, or table to table magic. He works across Central London, The City, and the South East. Plus as a Member of The Magic Circle with over 20 years of experience and 1,750+ shows, he has the magic skills, and the people skills to WOW the crowd at any corporate dinner, networking reception, a private party, or luxury wedding.
1750 +
EVENTS PERFORMED
200 +
FIVE STAR REVIEWS
MEMBER OF
THE MAGIC CIRCLE
HIRE A MAGICIAN IN LONDON
AVAILABLE ACROSS LONDON INCLUDING BLOOMSBURY, FITZROVIA, CAMDEN TOWN, KING’S CROSS, MAYFAIR, SOHO, ISLINGTON, CHELSEA, KENSINGTON, MARYLEBONE, WESTMINSTER, SOUTH BANK, AND ACROSS CENTRAL LONDON AND NORTH LONDON.
★★★★★
Ed is hands down THE BEST magician in London. He provided magic and comedy at our Christmas event and we’re still talking about him months later. It’s April, and I’m about to book him again for this year.
Angela Yates · London Corporate Event
LONDON’S LEADING MAGICIAN for
Energise executive networking drinks, corporate dinners, and seasonal galas, with high-impact, high-energy magic that sparks the best stories! Adaptable to your event, with no stage setup or heavy equipment necessary.
Let’s get the whole room involved with an exclusive, intimate magic experience performed table side, in private dinning rooms across the city.
Elevate your special day with sophisticated magic and mind reading, tailored for luxury weddings, and venues across London and the South East locations.
Spark genuine reactions and unforgettable stories with high-impact close up magic and my unique style of conversational comedy.
Previously performed at: The Science Museum, South Kensington · Royal Lancaster Hotel, Hyde Park · The Shard, St. Thomas Street · Guinness Open Gate Brewery, Covent Garden · The Savoy, The Strand · Home House, Marylebone · Merchant Taylor’s Hall · The Magic Circle, London
Check out these real reactions to my magic!
ED SUMNER MAGICIAN HIGHLIGHTS & CREDENTIALS
OVER 1750 EVENTS PERFORMED
MORE THAN 200 5★ REVIEWS
20 + YEARS PROFESSIONAL
MEMBER OF THE MAGIC CIRCLE
CLOSE UP MAGIC + COMEDY
LONDON CLOSE UP MAGICIAN CASE STUDIES
I’ve performed as a close up magician at lots of events across London, so there are too many events to mention here, but here are a few that stand out.
London Ice Breaking Magic at Royal Lancaster Hotel
A champagne reception usually sets the tone for an entire corporate awards evening. At the Healthcare Design Awards in central London, guests were arriving, grabbing drinks, and starting to network. That is where a close up magician creates immediate value. Rather than letting people stand in quiet pockets or stick strictly to work talk, I’m able to move through the room performing strolling magic to break the ice naturally.
At this event, magic with playing cards, coins, and mind reading was wrapped up in improvised, conversational comedy. As ever, I gave guests a reason to laugh and connect without interrupting the flow of their conversations.
My focus was on shifting the atmosphere from formal networking to genuine celebration before dinner began. And because close up magic requires zero heavy equipment or stage setups, it was completely seamless for the organisers.
Once the reception wrapped up, I was able to hop on the tube back to Euston for an early train home. Shortly after I received this review:
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Blake Webb
Corporate Event at Royal Lancaster Hotel, London
★★★★★
Ed has a really special gift! He managed to weave incredible magic into our event and made it look easy. I think everyone took something positive from the night, and Ed really helped to get the night off to a great start.
Exclusive Birthday Magic at The Shard
Located on the 52nd floor of The Shard, GŎNG Bar offers one of the most stunning settings in London. I was booked to perform close up magic for an exclusive private party celebrating a client’s wife’s milestone birthday.
On landmark family occasions like this, hosts want to create an atmosphere that feels truly special and memorable for everyone attending.
That is where interactive entertainment like close up magic makes all the difference. What I do is mingle with the guests, performing sharp modern magic, subtle mind reading, and spontaneous comedy right up close.
Instead of watching a set routine, guests become part of the experience, sharing uncontrollable laughter and genuine surprise. And on this night that was all set against the skyline background.
Investing in personal, high-impact entertainment turns a luxury dinner into an occasion that family and friends talk about for years.
So, if you’re planning a milestone birthday or private celebration in London? Get in touch today to check availability.
Close up Magician for London Weddings
London is home to some incredible wedding venues, from intimate spaces like The Chesterfield in Mayfair to chic settings such as No.11 Cavendish Square.
One thing I’ve found common to many weddings in London, is that couples focus their entertainment budget solely on evening music. Weddings, however, can be long days. Just think of that quiet period between the ceremony and the wedding breakfast where guests can easily end up waiting around while photos are taken.
This is where close up magic transforms the afternoon. By walking through standing groups and performing mind reading and sleight of hand, I’m able to bridge those natural gaps in the day.
My conversational style brings different groups of friends and family together, sparking easy banter and shared laughter. Plus, it takes the pressure off the couple, knowing every guest is fully engaged and entertained throughout the celebration.
Here is just one comment received after a recent London wedding:
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Jaz & Russ Poke
Wedding in London
★★★★★
Ed performed at our wedding and he was great. Our guests loved him and his closing trick with us still has us baffled! Ed was very professional and informative from when we first spoke to him. I would definitely recommend him to any other wedding.
Table Side Magic at Exclusive London Party
Private dining rooms across Soho and Mayfair offer an elegant setting for a luxury dinner, but sitting through multiple courses can sometimes feel a bit structured.
Whether you’re a corporate client hosting an intimate client appreciation dinner, or just holding an exclusive celebration for friends and family, my close up table side magic is the perfect palate cleanser between courses.
Here’s how it works. I specialise in close up magic, so that means without a grand stage, or any audio equipment, I can at your table with a unique performance to the whole group.
I joined guests at the table recently to perform hands-on magic, and in your head mind reading, but more than that my skills like in reacting to the mood of the room in real time.
That’s so important as it makes the entertainment feel like an extension of the dinner conversation rather than an intrusive show.
Like it did at this event, it relaxes the room instantly, giving guests an easy, engaging talking point to chat over, and laugh together.
Does this fit the type of event you’re planning? Get in touch today for a no-obligation quote, and to check my availability.
Walkaround Magic in Euston London
Arriving into Euston makes central London venue locations ideal for seamless, hassle-free event entertainment. For a national networking reception held at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, the event organiser needed a way to break the ice among guests who had travelled in from across the country.
Walkaround close up magic is one of the most efficient ways to spark energy in a large reception room. And I was happy to be involved. My job that night, meant moving through the crowd with just a few everyday items, I introduced small groups to mind reading and visual close up magic right in their hands.
The immediate bursts of laughter created an inviting atmosphere, encouraging guests to mingle freely across the room.
Check out more about magic at corporate events, here.
Magic Circle Magician Stage Showcase
Performing at The Magic Circle headquarters on Stephenson Way in Euston is always a career highlight for a magician. I was recently invited to perform a ten-minute slot in their main theatre as part of a public showcase evening alongside other top London performers. While I specialise in close up magic for private events, this provided a brilliant opportunity to bring my stage material to the capital.
Translating interactive magic to a theatre stage requires scaling up the visuals while keeping the personal connection intact. My approach remains grounded in playful, unscripted conversation and comedy, ensuring that even guests in the back row feel directly involved in the performance. It demonstrated how adaptable live magic can be, whether performing for small groups around a pub table or on a formal London stage.
I’ve got a video to upload shortly, but for now, there’s a quick snap from the night above.
LONDON MAGICIAN FAQS
Still have a question? Get in touch via this form and I’ll get back to you promptly.
How much does it cost to hire a close-up magician in London?
Hiring a profesisonal close up magician in London typically starts from about £800+ for private and corporate performances. With me, every booking reflects a skill set built up over the past 20 years and over 1,750 shows, ensuring a polished performance alongside a reliable and efficient service. Need an accurate price? Reach out here for a no-obligation quote tailored to your event.
Do you perform in Central London around Euston and the West End?
Yes, travelling by direct train into Euston makes Central London, Soho, Kings Cross, and the West End my primary coverage areas. However, as an experienced London magician, location is never an issue, and I can travel to your venue wherever it is located across Greater London.
What type of magic do you offer for events in London?
For London events, I focus mainly on interactive close up magic and live improvised comedy. Hiring an expert London close up magician brings personal, high-impact entertainment straight to your guests without needing complex stage setups or heavy production equipment.
Can you perform a full stage show for a London event?
Yes, I’ve performed on stage at events across London, including on stage at The Magic Circle in London. Note however, that I will require you or the venue to provide the PA system and staging.
What corporate events do you cater to in the City of London?
I regularly entertain at corporate networking drinks, executive dinners, award nights, and cocktail receptions across the Financial District. As a corporate magician in London, I spark natural conversations and keep high-profile corporate guests engaged with sophisticated close-up magic, mind reading, and light-hearted conversational comedy.
Is Ed Sumner a Member of The Magic Circle in London?
Yes, Ed Sumner is a proud Member of The Magic Circle, available to hire in London. As a premier London magician, Ed brings a skill set built up over 20 years and over 1,750 shows performed to every event. His reputation for polished, professional entertainment is backed by hundreds of five-star client reviews.
Can you perform magic at private dining rooms and boutique hotels in London?
Yes, intimate private dining rooms across Mayfair, Soho, and Covent Garden are ideal for my small group show. It’s an exclusive experience that mixes my ‘flagship’ magic and mind-reading routines with live improvised stand up comedy. It’s a style I’ve developed over the past 20 years, and is unmatched by any other magician in London.
Can you provide multiple magicians for larger London events?
Yes, for large events where you are expecting over 150 guests, I can organise fellow professional performers to make sure the whole room is covered in terms of entertainment. Booking multiple close-up magicians in London guarantees every guest experiences a top-tier personalised show. And even better, I’ll manage all of the team logistics for total peace of mind. Get in touch today about your event.