Picture the scene...
It's your big day. The day you've been dreaming about for years.
And so far, it's all gone better than you could have ever imagined. The knot's been tied. You've done your big kiss. And the wedding breakfast is on the way.
I've always found it weird to serve "breakfast" in the afternoon, but you know what I mean.
As your eyes drift across the room, expecting to be met with the glowing stares of your jubilant guests, you realise something's wrong.
They're all... unconscious.
You start to panic about what could have happened...
Has your life of crime in a distant land finally caught up with you?
Or is it the chicken?
It did look a little pink...
But wait. Uncle Bob's snoring.
You realise it's not an assassination attempt.
They're just so bored, they've fallen asleep.
It's Time To Put The Magic Into Your Magical Day
How Do You Want Your Guests To Remember Your Wedding Day?
Let's be honest. Your big day is all about you.
But that's not to say your guests shouldn't enjoy themselves. I mean, take a minute to think about the best weddings you've been to. The ones you still talk about with your friends and family who were there to. Sure, you remember the dress, the food, and maybe the song that got played as the bride (or groom) walked down the aisle.
But it's the experience that make's it memorable.
The laughter, The jokes, The inebriated guest who forgot they'd moved their chair and fell backwards through the cake.
So what are you waiting for?
Hit the button below to get in touch and book Russ for your big day.
"Do We Even Need An Entertainer?"
That's a smart question to be asking. After all, by the time you've paid for the food, the dress, and some light up letters, the costs soon add up.
The answer you'll get depends who you ask.
But my answer might surprise you... Because NO you don't need an entertainer at your wedding. If you want a low key, small wedding, that's totally up to you. But take it from someone who's been to more weddings than has had hot dinners...
You only get married once.
Hopefully.
And if you're going to go all out picking the perfect venue, your dream outfit, with incredible food, and invite your nearest and dearest to celebrate with you...
Why WOULDN'T you hire an entertainer to make it even better?
Someone who can amaze your friends and family with mind blowing magic and leave them in fits of laughter.
Someone who'll draw a crowd and create the perfect 'candid' photo opportunities for your photographer to capture (and for you to look back on when you're 95).
And someone who can take your day from 'beautiful' to 'unforgettable'.
That's what happens when you hire Russ.
And that's when dreams and magic truly marry.
Who Is Russ?
With over two decades of magical experience under my comedy belt, I've made more rabbits disappear than three generations worth of foxes, shuffled more decks of cards than Las Vegas' oldest blackjack dealer, and have single handedly kept TENA Incontinence Products in business with 'lose control of your bladder' levels of laughter.
Better yet, I'm a hit with the little ones too.
And no, I'm not talking about your "vertically challenged" cousin from up Norf' who claims he's 5 foot 5, even though we know he's rounding up by at least 4 inches.
I've been known to keep even the naughtiest of sticky-fingered gremlins children quiet and out of trouble, meaning the adults can relax and catch up about the latest family gossip, instead of wondering where Brooklyn got that kitchen knife from that he's chasing the other children with.
As a full time professional magician with over 20 years experience and a member of the prestigious Magic Circle, I've been sworn to secrecy about my magical talents, so children and adults alike will be left guessing my secrets as I use the same set of skills that would have had me burnt at the stake a hundred years ago to make your wedding truly unforgettable.
Plus my 100% Satisfaction Guarantee means you know you're in safe hands.
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Let's Talk Money. We Don't Need A Toaster, We Want Cold, Hard Cash.
You can't plan a wedding nowadays without asking:
"What's a polite way to say 'we don't want gifts, we want money?"
The good news is hiring Russ at IDoWeddingMagic for your big day might cost less than you think.
But chances are you'll be pricing up a few entertainers for your wedding.
My advice? Remember this quote. I can't say for sure, but I think it was the Dalai Lama or Genghis Khan who said:
"Never cut corners when buying a fire extinguisher or hiring a magician."
And if you do hire a cheap magician, make sure you put the savings towards a good quality fire extinguisher, just in case their instant fire trick goes awry.
With options ranging from incredibly affordable, right up to 'all singing, all dancing, make your least favourite guest disappear in a puff of smoke', I'm confident we have a package to suit you.
Simply get in touch using the form below, give me a call, or send me a WhatsApp and we'll have a quick chat to find the perfect package to add some magic to your magical day, with prices starting from £195.
Best of all, unlike other magicians, you hire me direct.
That means you'll liaise personally with me (although I might put on a funny voice and pretend to be my personal assistant), and you won't get stung with any agency or management fees.
When's The Best Time For Magic?
When it comes to timings, there are 2 opportunities to introduce some entertainment for your guests.
Before the wedding breakfast.
For you, every minute of your big day will fly by quicker than Concorde. But your guests will sat around waiting for 60-90 minutes before they go into the wedding breakfast.
Instead of having them twiddling their thumbs, or seeing how much free bubbly they can get through, why not create an experience that they'll be telling their neighbours and work friends about for the next 10 years?
Having Russ entertain your guests at the drinks reception will make time fly, and keep even the youngest and oldest guests engaged and in hysterics until you're ready to enter the room as the new married couple.
And just imagine how much you'll save on bubbly at the drinks reception.
At the evening reception.
You know that feeling when you've overdone it in Greggs on your lunch break, and the rest of your workday seems to drag on for a millennia?
Well now imagine the 'carb coma' your guests might fall into after a few glasses of fizz and a 3 course wedding breakfast.
And while you could spike all their meals with some stimulants that are only legal in a small island just off the coast of Indonesia, why not bring them back to life with some magic instead?
Because when you've got 2-3 hours to fill before the cake cutting and dancing gets into swing, this is the perfect time to deploy Russ to bring things back to life.
Better yet, it's the perfect ice breaker for your evening guests, so they don't end up stuck alone in the corner with your friend from school who thinks they "should have been a bridesmaid".
The Surprise Guest You Actually Want At Your Wedding
We've all seen the movies where an old love interest or long lost relative make a surprise appearance at the wedding, throwing a bit of excitement into the mix.
Why not add a little Hollywood to your big day, and invite me along as a surprise guest?
Instead, I'll leave my top hat and wand at home, and will mix and mingle with the rest of your guests until the moment's right.
Imagine the look on your guests' faces when the bloke they've been chatting to for 10 minutes before the ceremony starts performing tricks that'll leave them scratching their heads and laughing 'til they get home...
When you hire Russ, you're not getting what us magicians call a 'card technician' - someone who'll only utter the same 4 words on repeat for 2 hours straight - "Is this your card?".
Instead, watch your guests' jaws hit the ground as I combine baffling tricks and offbeat humour to get everyone talking and laughing:
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Inexplicable psychic and mind reading tricks (and have your guests scrambling to change their PIN numbers and passcodes as soon as they get home)...
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Close up magic with everyday objects that defies the laws of physics (and make you book an appointment at your local Specsavers, because you can't believe what you've just seen)...
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Never before seen card tricks that would see me banned from every Casino in Las Vegas and Blackpool...
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And wait 'til you see what I can do with an egg whisk...
FAQs?
Q: Do I have to pay upfront when I book? I've got a dress to pay for.
A: Don't worry, I hate paying for things miles in advance too - I'm still waiting on the invisible magic wand I paid for 12 months ago, I think... That's why you simply have to pay a deposit upon booking, with the balance payable 14 days before you tie the knot.
Q: How much does it cost to hire you? You look like you use expensive moisturiser.
A: Not at all, I'm actually just a very old looking 21 year old. But due to the bespoke nature of the service I provide, it's impossible for me to just give you a number. Instead, CLICK HERE to get in touch and we'll have a quick chat to work out exactly what package you need so I can give you a price. Don't worry though, I'm not going to try and "hard sell" you like a budget Wolf of Wall Street.
Q: I've heard Russ can eat an entire rotisserie chicken in 2 minutes flat. Do we have to feed him?
A: Listen, what I do when I'm left alone in Costco is between me and the bloke handling the cooked chickens. But no, there's absolutely no obligation to feed me on your big day. If you'd prefer I bring my own food, I'll pack my Paw Patrol lunch box before I hop on my broom and make my way to your venue.
Q: How do I know you're the real deal?
A: Not only am I a member of the prestigious Magic Circle, I was trained by legendary TV stars, Wayne Dobson and Paul Daniels and have performed over 5000 shows to date. And if that's not enough to convince you, I've got glowing testimonials coming out of my ears. In fact, you can read them on this page! I also offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee to give you total peace of mind.
Q: Can you make my future Mother-in-Law disappear?
A: Of course, that's included in our 'future happiness' package.
Book Russ
If you've made it this far, hopefully you've decided that your special day won't be the same without me there.
But rather than just invite me as a guest and spend the entire day trying to explain who I am to short sighted elderly relatives, why not book me to entertain your friends, family, and loved loves (and the ones you're only inviting to keep the peace)?
Simply get in touch using the form below, give me a call, or send me a WhatsApp and we'll have a quick chat to find the perfect package to add some magic to your magical day.