Stephanie Melodia

Jon Martin is a close-up magician whose performances are entirely focused on the spectator's experience. Rather than a stage illusion show viewed from afar, his work unfolds up close — at the table, in the room, among the guests — creating moments of genuine astonishment that elicit audible reactions, laughter, and applause in equal measure. His style is deliberately clever and inclusive: no crude humour, no cheap tricks at the expense of an invitee, and no material that would seem out of place in a professional or family setting. His repertoire is flexible in terms of scale. For intimate gatherings, he moves between tables and small groups, personally engaging each guest. For larger audiences, he feels equally comfortable performing in a theatrical style in front of up to a hundred people. This adaptability makes him suitable for a remarkably wide range of formats — from mingling during a pre-dinner drinks reception and table magic during a seated meal, to a more structured performance for a fully seated audience. Past engagements highlight both his range and reliability. He has performed close-up card magic at a corporate Christmas party at the Aubrey Park Hotel in St Albans, worked at a coronation picnic event in Brayford, Barnstaple, entertaining tables of eight guests of varying ages from less than a year to ninety-three, delivered magic shows at charity events in Exeter, and performed close-up magic before dinner at a private party at Tregulland Cottage and Barns in Cornwall. In every context, client feedback consistently underscores his ability to connect individually with each guest and ensure no one is overlooked. Jon is available for bookings every day of the week, including weekends and bank holidays. For corporate event planners considering entertainment to energise a reception, reward a team, or enliven a gala dinner, an initial no-obligation conversation can be organised in the form of a 15-minute call via his online scheduling system.