How Much Do Magicians Charge For Birthday Parties
How much do magicians charge for birthday parties is the first question in a customer’s mind when they are shopping around to hire magician for a birthday party. It is also the first question they ask before knowing all the details of the magic show.
A word of caution, if you are going by price alone, then it could cost more in disappointment and disaster if the magician or entertainer is less than qualified to perform for the party. Understandably, an armature magician who is making the transition to professional starting out should have a lower price than the professional magicians that have been performing for years until the beginner magician can build experience and a good reputation.
A word of caution, if you are going by price alone, then it could cost more in disappointment and disaster if the magician or entertainer is less than qualified to perform for the party. Understandably, an armature magician who is making the transition to professional starting out should have a lower price than the professional magicians that have been performing for years until the beginner magician can build experience and a good reputation.
It is easy to compare prices and go onto the next one until you find one that fits your budget. However, some magicians and entertainers will undercut one another in order to get the gig. Working with a budget is one thing, but undercutting another performer is shady business when it happens and not at all professional.
Who does that really hurt in the end? The client, all their guests, the birthday person, and the professional magicians all suffer a disappointing, unsatisfying party.
Who does that really hurt in the end? The client, all their guests, the birthday person, and the professional magicians all suffer a disappointing, unsatisfying party.
Professional Magicians Do Magic Shows For A Living
Many people who are not in our industry seem to have the assumption that this is simply a fun hobby for our own enjoyment. Although it is fun and enjoying, but we have to pay our bills too. Some people are doctors, lawyers, scientists, teachers, engineers. And some people are magicians. They are all professions we earn a living for our families.
We have a registered business, buy supplies, attend expensive workshops and conventions, travel long distances, increase our education and improve our skills. We have invoices, tax preparations, and expenses. It is a fun job and we love what we do! There is a lot of work and preparation that goes into this business.
We have a registered business, buy supplies, attend expensive workshops and conventions, travel long distances, increase our education and improve our skills. We have invoices, tax preparations, and expenses. It is a fun job and we love what we do! There is a lot of work and preparation that goes into this business.
Not All Magicians Are Created Equally
Keep in mind, not all magicians and magic shows are the same. We each have our own unique take and twist on a variety of magic tricks. Our personalities and performing styles are different. Some are funny magicians that are great for comedy magic shows. Some prefer to be a kid’s party magician for birthday parties. Others would rather perform for adult birthday parties or corporate events.
The equipment, set up requirements, length of the magic show, and package prices are also contrasting. This is where the quality of the show production varies. A magician working out of a small briefcase will need a smaller space to perform their show. A magician that brings in more equipment such as a sound system, backdrop curtain, lighting, magic props, and possibly a small illusion to levitate the birthday child will require a larger space.
An important aspect here is the party magician’s show details. A professional magician will provide all the features of the magic show and the benefits and the positive impact it has on the guests.
The equipment, set up requirements, length of the magic show, and package prices are also contrasting. This is where the quality of the show production varies. A magician working out of a small briefcase will need a smaller space to perform their show. A magician that brings in more equipment such as a sound system, backdrop curtain, lighting, magic props, and possibly a small illusion to levitate the birthday child will require a larger space.
An important aspect here is the party magician’s show details. A professional magician will provide all the features of the magic show and the benefits and the positive impact it has on the guests.
Discounts And Free Magic Shows
Performing a free magic show or at a discounted price may be acceptable for certain charity events, however here is an excerpt from face painter Lenore Koppelman that she wrote explaining free services and gaining exposure in a blog 10 Things a Professional Facepainter Wants You to Know.
You can DIE from EXPOSURE:
"One thing that professional face painters (and musicians and artist and actors… basically anybody in the entertainment industry) really hate is being asked to paint for free, for the exposure. It’s the “E” word to us.
Think about it for a moment: You have a cavity. You go to your dentist, and tell him “Hey, listen doc… this tooth is really killing me! I really need you to fill it for me today! I can’t afford to pay you. But listen! I don’t want you to worry! I am going to tell ALL of my friends about you! And about what a great dentist you are! I will give them all your business card. And I’ll bet they will all start coming here. I will help to make you a fortune! It would be GREAT EXPOSURE for you! Whaddaya say?”. Well? What do you think your dentist would say?
A famous quote that lives and thrives in every entertainment industry is “You know… you can DIE from exposure.” Most people don’t realize this when they make us the offer, and sometimes they really do mean well. However, the fact of the matter is… it’s not nice. It cheapens what we do."
Think about it for a moment: You have a cavity. You go to your dentist, and tell him “Hey, listen doc… this tooth is really killing me! I really need you to fill it for me today! I can’t afford to pay you. But listen! I don’t want you to worry! I am going to tell ALL of my friends about you! And about what a great dentist you are! I will give them all your business card. And I’ll bet they will all start coming here. I will help to make you a fortune! It would be GREAT EXPOSURE for you! Whaddaya say?”. Well? What do you think your dentist would say?
A famous quote that lives and thrives in every entertainment industry is “You know… you can DIE from exposure.” Most people don’t realize this when they make us the offer, and sometimes they really do mean well. However, the fact of the matter is… it’s not nice. It cheapens what we do."
So, how much do magicians charge?
It would be unfair to give an exact amount and say that is whatall magicians charge for their services. But how hiring a top magician entertainment service online delivers for anyone who is planning on having a birthday party, expect to pay a range of $250 to $500 or more.
The best recommendation is to call around directly to the magicians and pay attention to which one gives exceptional details, has a spectacular personality, remarkable professionalism, and provides quality entertainment for the party.
The best recommendation is to call around directly to the magicians and pay attention to which one gives exceptional details, has a spectacular personality, remarkable professionalism, and provides quality entertainment for the party.
Kane Magic Entertainment provides all the qualities for unique magic shows filled with comedy magic, mystery, wonder, astonishment, and delight for birthday parties and corporate events.
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Kendal Kane