Seattle magic FAQ.

Prices vary by performer, event type, experience level, and the kind of show or service you need. In general, you should not expect it to cost less than hiring any other professional to come to your home, office, or venue for a custom live service.

The most helpful details are your event date, event type, guest count, location, approximate budget, and what kind of experience you want. For example, close-up mingling magic, a stand-up show, trade show magic, or family entertainment. The clearer the details, the easier it is to recommend the right performer.

Your inquiry is reviewed by event type and forwarded, with the event details, to an appropriate set of local professional magicians. The goal is to connect you with performers who are a strong fit for your event, rather than sending your request blindly to everyone.

That depends on the event. In some cases one especially strong fit may be suggested. In other cases, a small number of appropriate performers may respond so you can compare style, availability, and approach.

Seattle-area magicians work a wide range of events, including corporate receptions, private parties, hospitality suites, trade shows, weddings, restaurants, fundraisers, schools, and ticketed public shows. The best format depends on your audience, room setup, and goals.

Close-up magic is usually performed right in front of guests, either table-to-table or while mingling, and works well for receptions, cocktail hours, and smaller group interactions. A stage or parlor show is designed for a larger shared audience experience and is better when you want everyone focused on one performance at the same time.

Earlier is usually better, especially for holiday dates, summer weekends, and corporate event seasons. Some events can be matched on shorter notice, but more lead time usually means better performer availability and a stronger fit.

On some lead sites, performers pay to send quotes. If your date, budget, or details are unclear, you may not receive the best responses. Seattle-Magic.com is intended to create better matches by focusing on fit, professionalism, and local knowledge.

No. Seattle-Magic.com is a curated referral resource, not a promise that a specific performer will be available. Availability, fit, pricing, and final booking terms are handled directly between the customer and the performer.

Not necessarily. The public show listings are provided as a local resource and may be produced by theaters, venues, restaurants, festivals, or independent performers. Always check the event link for the most current details and ticket information.

The goal is to keep them current and useful, but live entertainment changes quickly. Dates, prices, age restrictions, and ticket availability can change, so it is always smart to confirm details with the venue or ticketing page before making plans.

No. There is no fee to submit a public show, meeting, lecture, or jam for consideration, and there is no fee to be listed on the site. Listings are reviewed manually and included based on fit, accuracy, and relevance to the Seattle magic community.

The directory is curated. Listings are intended for working professionals in the Seattle area who are actively available for paid gigs. It is not meant to be a full club roster, hobbyist directory, or a complete list of everyone who practices magic locally.

The basic standard is active professional work in the Seattle area, especially paid performances such as private events, corporate events, public shows, restaurant work, and similar engagements where a client or venue is hiring entertainment. Clear specialties, current promotional material, and professional communication also matter.

Because accuracy matters more than filling space. If a verified headshot is not available, a placeholder is better than showing the wrong person or using an image that is not clearly a real headshot.

Yes. Send your specialty, website, promo video if you have one, service area, ideal event types, and references or professional background if available. The more clearly you present what you do, the easier it is to evaluate fit for the directory.

Listings are reserved for working professionals in the Seattle area who are actively available for paid gigs. Seattle-Magic.com is not intended as a general member directory, hobbyist list, or social roster.

Qualifying work includes paid private events, corporate events, public shows, restaurant work, and similar professional engagements where a client or venue is hiring entertainment.

The goal is matching, not undercutting or pay-to-compete bidding. Seattle-Magic.com is trying to reduce wasted effort and help customers connect with performers who are genuinely appropriate for the event.

There is no public pay-to-submit listing process. Referral and listing details are handled directly with local performers after review.

Yes. Listings may be revised, paused, or removed if information becomes outdated, if the performer is no longer actively booking paid work in the area, or if the listing no longer fits the editorial standards of the site.