Michael Jae

International Sleight-of-Hand Entertainer

Who is Michael Jae?

Imagine yourself growing up in the small Midwestern city of Peoria, IL. Then, one day, waking up to a view of the Golden Gate Bridge! Sounds amazing, doesn’t it? Well, it happened to me. I was stationed (Army) at the Presidio of San Francisco and the most photographed structure in the world was right outside my window. Mind Blown!!!

Upon Arriving at S.F. I didn’t have a car, so I had to walk everywhere. One day I walked around the Marina district and noticed a store named House of Magic, so I walked in. The magician behind the counter Blew me away so badly that I had to learn how he was doing it. So I kept going back day after day, to watch the magician perform. This just increased my interest to want to become a magician. So I started to learn.

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Hiring Close-up Magicians

Are you looking for something fun and a little different for your next party, wedding, corporate or other events?

Close up magicians are an ideal choice for virtually any mature audience. Close-up magic is performed right in front of the audience, usually while standing in groups during a party or individual performances right at your guest’s tables. Imagine having a fellow guest at the party walk up engage you and a few friends in conversation then begin performing magic right in front of your eyes. This is what close-up magic is all about.

Close-up magicians for weddings

That is the goal for a true professional close-up magician not only do these professionals want to entertain your guests and provide good performance, but they also want your guests to remember their experiences. These performers want to get your guests talking and participating in the festivities of the evening or afternoon, depending on your specific event. Imagine still hearing about your party or event next year, when everyone is still talking about the magician that kept party-goers entertained and enthralled. In the right setting, such professional and humorous entertainment can take a boring social gathering and really turn it into a true party atmosphere.

Close-up magicians are part entertainer, part magician, part comedian, and all professional. A good party magician can engage your guests and encourage them to play along. A true professional can put his or her group of guests at ease, intrigue their minds, and stun their senses, all within arm’s reach, right under their noses. It is like having your own personal magical entertainer right at your table. It can be interactive entertainment at its finest. A year after your party or wedding, your guests may not remember what was served for dinner, but they will surely remember the magician who entertained them during that dinner.

Booking a close-up magician for your next party, wedding, or big event.

Be sure that the professional you hire will fit well with your event’s theme or atmosphere. Most magicians and party entertainers can tailor their performances to suit your particular needs, provided they know in advance. Likewise, keeping communication with your magician open during the event can help your guests have an even better, more memorable experience they will be talking about for weeks. A professional magician can provide a performance that far exceeds the investment you make.

Busking / Street Performing

Busking or street performing is a style of performing that is a lot more extreme than the others. The performer will spend the entire event gathering/building crowds and performing in all different kinds of weather and temperatures. This style of performing is common at large events, fairs, high-traffic tourist areas, and more. With a new group, almost every 15 mins and barely any break in between each group the Performer can perform upwards of 10 hrs at a time. This style is not for the faint of heart. Michael Jae is a pro in this style. He is able to work and build massive crowds while maintaining the intimacy of a cocktail party. He has a smooth, laid-back demeanor that only accentuates his magic and creates a fun and mind-blowing atmosphere.