Martin John

Close-up Magician

5.0 (33 Reviews)
39 Confirmed Bookings

Also Performs As: Mentalist / Mind Reader, Cabaret Magician, Stage Illusionist, Comedy Cabaret Magician, Wedding Magician
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Bromley Common, London
Performs: Worldwide
From: £495

*London Magician of the Year 2023 - Double Award Winner!* As seen on BBC 1, LIVE on Channel 4 + at over two thousand events worldwide! 20 Yrs Professional - Martin John will make your event unforgettable with incredible Close-up Magic and/or a Comedy Stage Magic Show.

Request a Quote

Share this Page:

Profile Views: 32979

Report this profile

Like what you see?

Request a Quote Click here to request a quote for your upcoming event!

Description

With such extensive performing experience Martin has mastered the art of amazing visual Magic & comedy Magic, both on Stage & Close-up:
CLOSE-UP MAGIC
Martin will approach each group or table and perform magic with cards, coins, ropes, sponge balls, bank notes…even borrowed and everyday objects! Signed cards appear in Martin’s pockets, impossibly into his wallet and impossibly change in the spectators hands. Coins fall UPWARDS, sponge rabbits have a mind of their own and borrowed notes change in value! If gasps, smiles & laughter sound appealing for your next event, Martin John is the ... perfect choice.
A world class group and table hopping Close-up Magician for all corporate, weddings, birthday parties, Christmas / Xmas parties and private events with added charisma and personality!
STAGE SHOW:
Get ready for a spectacular night of magic, illusion and comedy! Martin will spellbound you with his visual magic productions…parasols appear from thin air, silks turn into canes and objects seamlessly levitate around the room!
Witness the outcome of a trick that ‘apparently’ needs no rehearsal, followed by a 3 year in the making routine inspired by his great grandfather! With a unique talent to combine magic with comedy, you are guaranteed a fun packed night of entertainment. This is your chance to find out what Martin John has up his sleeve!

Biography

Although interested since a young child, it wasn’t until the age of 18 that Martin began learning the art of ‘Close-up Magic’. At the age of 21, Martin flew to Spain attempting to make a living in Magic, performing his close-up act in bars for tips. After two months of performing seven nights per week he had been noticed by the management of the largest variety show venue in Spain. There he became the resident magician & illusionist for five years performing close-up magic on spotlight, table to table in front of audiences of over 1000 nightly. Recognising his talent, he was offered a sp ... ot on the stage which he accepted by developing and performing a double-act dove and parrot magic act, followed by making a 16 metre long Lear Jet Aeroplane magically appear on the stage…now known as the World’s largest stage illusion. Gaining a large amount of experience in visual stage magic & illusions, Martin decided it was time to develop two full shows coupling visual magic with comedy, which proved a huge success. At the age of 25 he was approached by various cruise lines, where he baffled and brought laughter to audiences on over 100 cruise ship contracts for 5 years.
Martin was then approached by the BBC & Channel 4 to perform Magic to the candidates of 'The Apprentice' & LIVE on Channel 4's 'The Last Leg'.
At 41 years old and now based in London, Martin performs Comedy Stage Magic & Close-up at corporate events, weddings, private parties and more in London, throughout the UK & worldwide upon request.

Reviews (33 Reviews)

Martin John - Close-up Magician - Bromley Common, London Event Location: London Event Type: Corporate Dinner 25th June 2025

The event went really well, and we were very happy with Martin – he was excellent. Very professional and entertaining. I would highly recommend Martin.

Reviewed by: Maria

Martin John - Close-up Magician - Bromley Common, London Event Location: London Event Type: Corporate 12th September 2024

Martin was excellent. This was for a corporate party of 150 guests. Managed to make sure he worked his way around so everyone got to saw. He then mixed up the tricks as the night progressed. Very personable and had a good laugh.

Reviewed by: Harry Johnson

Martin John - Close-up Magician - Bromley Common, London Event Location: Swindon Event Type: Anniversary 9th September 2023

Can’t praise Marin highly enough. He was punctual, polite, extremely good with people and above all an incredible magician. The poor guy had to work on the hottest day of the year, but circulated without stopping for an hour and a half amongst 180 guests during pre-dinner drinks. Everybody there were amazed by his talents and all gave me incredible reviews about him. Can’t recommend him highly enough. Many thanks Martin.

Reviewed by: Angus Henderson

Experience

*London Magician of the Year 2023 - Double Award Winner! - Prestige Awards Winner 2023 & UK Enterprise Awards Winner 2023
*Member of the Prestigious Magic Circle
*Performed on BBC1’s ‘The Apprentice’
*Performed LIVE on Channel 4’s ‘The Last Leg’
*Performed the World's Largest Stage Illusion with a 5 Ton Lear Jet
*Headlined over 100 Cruise Ship Theatres Worldwide
*As Seen at over 2000 Events Worldwide
*20 Years of Experience
*Professional Close-Up & Comedy Stage Magic

Previous Clients

BBC
Channel 4
VIVA TV
Canal 5 TV
Celebrity Cruises
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Seabourn 6 Star Luxury Yachts
Azamara Cruise Line
Holland America Cruise Line
Oceania Cruises
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
P&O Cruises
Saga Cruises
Fred Olsen Cruise Line
Princess Cruises
5 Years Resident Magician at the Benidorm Palace, Spain.
Rocroft Cancer Research
TLH Leisure Resort, UK
And many more...

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Bachelor / Stag Party Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Birthday Party (Teen) Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christening Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Grand Opening Party Halloween Party Hanukkah Celebration HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event Jewish Wedding New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party Social Club Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception