How to Hire a Magician (Or Hypnotist, or Mentalist) for Your Event
We are in the business of booking events and entertainment for organizations all over the US. We have been in business for over 30 years, providing countless events and shows for colleges, universities, schools, companies, corporations, nonprofits, towns & villages, and more. One thing that we’ve always done is book stage hypnotists, magicians, mentalists, and mediums! Magic is an amazing experience to see firsthand, live, in person, and remains one of the most engaging forms of entertainment. This is what makes them perfect for an event of just about any size, for just about any reason. If you need someone to engage, inspire, and entertain your audience, look no further than MAGIC.
Over the years we’ve seen how many people seeking live entertainment simply don’t know where to start or don’t know how accessible and easy it is to book a hypnotist or other entertainer. The truth is it’s quite simple, so long as you’re working with the right company!
Here are the steps for how to book a magician for your event!
Choose the Right Booking Company
When researching where to find a magician or hypnotist, you’re going to find there are plenty of different companies, known as booking agencies, that offer magicians, but that doesn’t mean you should pick just any random one. You’ll want to ensure that the company presents itself in a professional and experienced manner.
Ideally, they have been booking entertainment for at least a few years, and they should have a few different entertainers to choose from. You may find an individual website or profile of a magician or hypnotist you like, but chances are, they are represented by some form of talent agency. This is because entertainers typically need help managing the travel, expenses, and other logistics, so they can focus on one thing, the SHOW!
Look for positive reviews, testimonials, and proof that this booking agency has experience and looks and feels the part.
Have a Few Magicians in mind
You may see an agency’s roster and have the one entertainer that you want to see in mind, and that’s ok, but you’ll want to maybe have a few in mind. Why? Well for one, your budget will determine how much you’re willing to pay, but also, the entertainer needs to be available for your date too! Live entertainment isn’t cheap, and the better the entertainer, the busier they will be, and the more they will cost!
It’s important to keep your options open and have an open mind when booking a hypnotist or magician for a stage show/
Prepare to Ask the Booking Agent Questions!
Any reputable and fairly priced entertainment booking company or booking agent will be upfront, honest, and thorough with you regarding the cost of everything associated with your entertainer and event. You should expect concrete answers as to what is going into the cost of your entertainer, whether it be travel, lodging, or other associated costs.
You should certainly ask questions regarding any of your concerns and the company should give you succinct, easy-to-understand answers, or you may want to find another company or agent. Unfortunately in talent booking, there are bad actors who give agents a bad reputation due to misleading pricing or shady practices. Just know, that there are agents you can feel confident in who can provide an outstanding entertainer at the price that you need for your budget!
Have all your questions ready before picking up the phone or reaching out.
Get In Touch With the Booking Agent/Agency!
This may sound simple and easy, but it may not be! By this time you’ve found a decent-looking booking agency, you’ve got a hypnotist in mind, and you’ve got all your questions and concerns written down. Now that all the legwork is done, it’s time to reach out and speak with the booking agency regarding your event. They should get back to you within a day or so to go over your needs and inquire about your event. You should expect the upmost in professionalism and customer service, and if you don’t receive that, you may need to look elsewhere!
Ideally, you have given yourself ample time prior to the event to work out with the booking agent a time, place, and how long you will need the entertainer there for. From there, you can expect to go over any pricing and details regarding the cost of your chosen entertainer and they will answer any questions you have. Once the deposit and/or payment is received by the booking agent, you are officially in the books and can expect the best show you can ask for!
It may seem like a lot of work, but the more work you put into it, the better the agency, and better the entertainer you will get. It should be easy and the company you choose will help make it that way. With Neon Entertainment is as simple as 1,2,3.
You let us know when you need an entertainer, we book the entertainer, and you enjoy the show!