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Before you make any kind of decision regarding
your child's party, make
sure you ask anyone you're considering hiring the following seven questions.
Trust me, it will save you a LOT of headaches and hassles later.
1. Are you insured? The truth is, 80%+ of California
magicians and entertainers are NOT insured. If you're going to
let someone you've never met into your home or other party place,
you want to make sure they're legit, right?
2. Do you have any references? Many performers
are good but some are not so good. You really don't want to "chance" your
kids party to someone that's not going come through for you, right? This extra little "reassurance" will make your life a lot more
relaxing the day of the party.
3.
Are you a full-time entertainer? Many
entertainers are only just part-time magicians and their shows are
just not refined for every audience. I'm not saying part time
entertainers are not qualified, but be sure to ask the other
questions here before hiring them; as they usually don't have the
same kind of experience.
4. How do I know you will show up for the party?
The truth is, many magicians
in California have a bad reputation for showing up late, or
WORSE yet, not showing up at all! Make sure the entertainer is going
to send you a confirmation letter and/or asks you for a
deposit so
you'll know they'll really be showing up! A confirmation
and deposit is standard for a professional in business.
5. What ages is your show appropriate for? In
order to have the best show and party ever, you must ask the
performer what age(s) their show is appropriate for. If they tell you its
perfect for every age, they are not being upfront with you. Every
performer's show is unique and generally geared to a certain age range.
6. Once the show is over, do you leave right away
to do another party? Most entertainers are notorious for trying to
pack in WAY too many shows for the day. Make sure the
entertainer you
hire is actually going to stay after the show and at least do a
"meet and greet" for your guests. A Prima Donna is NOT what you
want at your event. Choose someone who is actually going to be
friendly to your guests and answer those questions after the show
like, "How'd you get into magic", "How did you do that!" (alright,
well maybe they can't answer THAT one!), but you get the idea.
7. Do you guarantee your show? 99%+ of
entertainers DO NOT guarantee their shows. If you are dissatisfied, they
say, "Oh well" and hope you won't tell anyone. Make sure they have a
money-back guarantee so if you're not happy, you don't have
to pay.
I hope this helps in your search for the right person
to make your party or event the one they'll talk about this year!
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Tim's
magic show is all that he wanted for his Birthday. Tim Mannix made
my son one happy Birthday boy and my son will remember this
show for the rest of his life. 
