James Anthony performing close-up magic at a private dinner in Cheshire

Cheshire

Cheshire Magician & Mentalist for Weddings and Private Events

James Anthony lives in Cheshire and performs across the county, from country house weddings and private dinners to corporate events. His close-up magic and mentalism suit the kind of elegant, understated evening Cheshire venues do well.

Cheshire-based, so genuinely local with no travel costs

Sophisticated close-up magic and mentalism for elegant events

Experienced at country house, barn and marquee weddings

Discreet enough for private dinners and VIP celebrations

A Cheshire magician on your doorstep

James lives in Cheshire, which makes him properly local rather than a performer travelling in and adding it to the invoice. He knows the county's venues, the traffic, and how long it really takes to get from one side of it to the other on a Saturday in June.

Weddings across the county

Cheshire has some of the best wedding venues in the North West, from country house hotels and converted barns to marquees in private grounds. Close-up magic works in all of them, because it needs no stage, no power and no setup. James simply performs among your guests.

The most popular slot is the gap between the ceremony and the wedding breakfast, when guests have a drink in hand and you are busy with photographs. Table magic during the meal is a close second.

Private dinners and corporate events

For private dinners and celebrations, James performs sophisticated close-up magic and mentalism for small groups, working quietly between courses so the evening keeps its own rhythm.

For corporate events in the county, the same magic works through a drinks reception or gala dinner, with a stage mentalism set available for after the meal.

Venues James has performed at

  • The Midland, Marple Bridge
  • Everyman Cinema, Altrincham
“Fantastic magic from a superb magician.”

Kevin Griffin

Group Director, Ford of Europe

“Not just a magician… but an exceptional entertainer and people person.”

Jerry Davies

Group Director, Roland DG UK

In action

Real events, real reactions

Guests watching close-up magic at a private Cheshire dinner
Wedding guests reacting to a card trick in Cheshire
A guest laughing at close-up magic during a private event
James Anthony performing for a bride at a Cheshire wedding
A guest holding a chosen playing card at a Cheshire celebration
A card reveal during a Cheshire corporate evening

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Are you based in Cheshire?+

Yes. James lives in Cheshire, so there are no travel costs for events in the county.

Do you perform at Cheshire wedding venues?+

Yes, regularly, including country house hotels, barns and marquees. Close-up magic needs no stage or power, so it works at any venue.

Can you perform at a small private dinner?+

Yes. Close-up magic and mentalism are ideal for small groups, and James can work at the table or around the room.

Do you cover Chester, Alderley Edge, Wilmslow and Knutsford?+

Yes, along with the rest of the county and the wider North West.

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