Live Entertainment
Magicians & Mentalists for Any Event
Nicholson Events books close-up magicians, stage illusionists, and celebrity-caliber mentalists for events across NYC, Connecticut, Westchester, the Hamptons, New Jersey, and destinations worldwide. From intimate strolling magic at a cocktail hour to a full stage show that stops the room, we curate and manage the perfect act for your event.
The Art of Wonder at Your Event
Magic and mentalism create moments your guests will replay in their heads for years. Nicholson Events books acts across every format and every caliber, from a strolling close-up magician working your cocktail hour to a headline-level illusionist delivering a full production show. We do not hand you a list of available performers and wish you luck. We listen to what you are building, match you with the right act, and manage everything from contract through curtain call.
Magic works for every audience. Children love it for obvious reasons. Adults are captivated by the impossibility. Corporate crowds respond to the psychological sharpness of a strong mentalist. And for high-profile events, we access celebrity-caliber talent with the track record to match the room. Serving NYC, Connecticut, Westchester, the Hamptons, New Jersey, and destinations worldwide.
Live, in the room
The art of the impossible, performed an arm’s length from your guests.
Meet Our Magicians & Mentalists
A deep roster of close-up magicians, stage illusionists, and mentalists. We match the right act to your room, your audience, and your format.
Gary the Great
Magician & Mentalist
Interactive, comedy-driven close-up magic and mentalism with everyday objects, strolling the room one astonished group at a time.
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Phil the Magic Man
Illusionist & Mentalist
Stage illusion and mentalism honed under masters of the craft, for corporate galas, weddings, mitzvahs, and milestone celebrations.
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Ken Salaz
Mentalist
The Master of Astonishment: mind-reading and sleight-of-hand for upscale rooms.
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Kevin
Modern Mentalist
Psychological illusion and mind reading for A-list audiences and global brands.
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Elliot Zimet
Mentalist & Magician
A fresh, modern take on magic and illusion, seen on America's Got Talent.
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Eric Wilzig
Magician & Mentalist
Large-scale stage illusion, daring escapes, and close-up sleight of hand, staged with theater-grade lighting and effects for galas, corporate events, mitzvahs, and milestone celebrations.
Rory Wheeler
Magician & Mentalist
Humor, misdirection, and world-class sleight of hand woven into an interactive set, custom tailored to the room for corporate events, galas, and private parties.
Magic That Works for Every Event
Close-up magic, stage illusion, and mentalism fit naturally into almost every event format.
How Magic Booking Works
Three steps from idea to showtime.
Describe your event and moment
Tell us the event type, guest count, venue, and where in the evening you want the magic. Cocktail hour strolling act, after-dinner stage show, or both? We will build from there.
We match and recommend
We identify the act that fits your format, audience, and performance window, then share video samples and a proposal. You approve the booking, we handle the rest.
Seamless performance night
We manage load-in, sound and staging requirements, timing coordination, and on-site performance management so everything runs exactly as planned.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of magicians and mentalists can Nicholson Events book?
- Nicholson Events books close-up and strolling magicians for cocktail hours, stage illusionists for after-dinner shows, mentalists and mind-readers for corporate events and galas, and celebrity-caliber illusionists for high-profile productions. We match the act to your event format, audience, and performance slot.
- What is the difference between a close-up magician and a stage illusionist?
- A close-up or strolling magician works directly with small groups of guests, typically during cocktail hours or receptions. The magic happens inches from the audience and creates intimate, personalized moments. A stage illusionist performs a full show for the entire room, with larger effects and structured acts. Many events use both: a strolling magician during cocktail hour and a stage act as after-dinner entertainment.
- Is a mentalist appropriate for a corporate event?
- Mentalists are one of the most popular acts for corporate events. Mind-reading, predictions, and psychological illusion create a sense of wonder that translates across industries and demographics. Unlike comedy, mentalism rarely offends and is well suited to a professional setting. We have booked mentalists for everything from small leadership off-sites to 500-person corporate galas.
- Can Nicholson Events book a magician for a bar or bat mitzvah?
- Magicians are a crowd favorite at mitzvahs. A strolling magician during cocktail hour keeps guests of all ages engaged while the family finishes photos. For the main event, a high-energy stage illusionist or comedy magician can anchor the entertainment alongside the DJ and dancers. We have years of experience booking magic acts for mitzvahs across Connecticut and New York.
- What markets does Nicholson Events serve for magic and mentalism bookings?
- Nicholson Events books magicians and mentalists for events across New York City, Connecticut, Westchester, the Hamptons, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and destinations worldwide.
Book a Magician or Mentalist for Your Next Event
Tell us about your event and we will find the perfect act, manage the booking, and handle every detail through performance night.