James Sanden- Chicago Comedy Magician

"It is always nerve wracking to hire someone new - you exceeded expectations and I look forward to hiring you for future events."

"He totally adapted to our needs and was so accommodating. I'd definitely hire him again."

"I have been producing events for over 20 years and I thought I had seen everything yet you blew me away."

QUALITY ENTERTAINMENT, EASY TO WORK WITH, GUARANTEED!

There's a lot of pressure to pick the best event entertainment possible, so if you want someone to provide fun and laughs, but who will also make you look good and make sure you get everything you want from the performance, look no further!

HOW I MAKE YOUR JOB EASIER!

My job is to make your job easy. I've worked in the corporate world and I know the importance of professionalism, courtesy and flexibility. That means I return calls quickly, I show up early to the event and I'm ready to entertain when I arrive. My show needs little set up or lights and I can even provide my own sound if you need me to!

FLEXIBLE, RELIABLE, EXPERIENCED ENTERTAINMENT!

I've taken my years of experience in magic, improv, acting and stand-up comedy to create an entertaining, astonishing and funny performance. I've performed in venues ranging from private homes to comedy clubs to the theater, developing a fast-paced, funny and mystifying show focused on audience impact and participation. You can be certain my show will be entertaining, magical and the highlight of your event!

GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK!

For corporate events and large private parties, I'm happy to come to you and give you a short, no-cost, no-obligation demonstration. And if you're not happy with my performance, I offer a money back guarantee, no questions asked!

1) CLOSE-UP / STROLLING MAGIC:

Close-up magic is perfect for entertaining large groups, without the need for a formal stage or everyone's attention. I wander from group to group, performing several astonishing feats right before their eyes, before moving on to astound his next audience. It's low maintenance, high return entertainment, guaranteed to be the highlight of your event! Perfect for: cocktail parties, banquets, company picnics, weddings, restaurants, fairs and hospitality suites.

2) COMEDY STAGE MAGIC SHOW:

My stage show is for larger groups of people looking for a formal presentation from 15 to 45 minutes in length. It combines mystery, comedy and audience participation to create a high-impact, fast moving show, guaranteed to please. But it's also self contained, which means very little set-up or coordination required on your part! Perfect for: private parties, company picnics, block parties, banquets and for corporate entertainment.

3) I CAN CUSTOMIZE A SHOW FOR YOUR NEEDS!:

Magic is also a great medium to communicate a message, whether that's teaching potential customers the distinguishing features of your product on the trade show floor or teaching the value of reading or character in a library or school auditorium. It's the snowball effect: by integrating your message in my shows your ideas get a greater audience, who also pay much closer attention, which greatly increases the likelihood of your message being remembered!

TESTIMONIALS:

"You were a wonderful addition to the party on Saturday night. Your magic is absolutely top notch. I have been producing events for over 20 years and I thought I had seen everything yet you blew me away. As I walked through the party I heard the buzz of guests... "did you see the magician? you've got to see this guy, he is incredible..." It is always nerve wracking to hire someone new - you exceeded expectations and I look forward to hiring you for future events."
---Robyn Wetzel, In Focus Events

"James is an excellent magician. His style is fresh and his ability to relate quickly and easily to any audience is impeccable. Not only is James very funny, but his showmanship is accessible while being very professional. I would highly recommend James for any audience who wishes to be "wowed" and delighted."
---Dianna Smith, Director, Business Services at Volunteer Match

"James' magic performance was as hilarious as it was amazing. He delighted both the kids and adults with his quick wit and slight of hand. He totally adapted to our needs and was so accommodating. I'd definitely hire him again."
---Touba Selph, Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Chicago

"I would recommend James' work to any group or organization that is looking for a meaningful presentation or an entertaining performance…expect a personal touch in the way James works to plan any event."
---Erin Bosack, Glenbrook South High School

CLIENT LIST:

Environmental Resource Management * Misericordia Women's League * Baha'is of Chicago * La Rabida Children's Hospital * Joliet Public Schools * Glenbrook South High School * Audubon School * Avery Coonley School * In Focus Events * Diverse Entertainment Resource * ACE Entertainment * ComedyWorks * Loonee's Comedy Corner * Magic Chicago * Lincoln Lodge * Cornservatory Theater

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• I had a magnificent experience with this performer. My son who celebrated his 7th birthday along with his friend enjoyed the show tremendously. I even had a woman in another room who peeked her head in request contact information for the performer because of how impressed she was. It was a very pleasant experience and he even turned my son's not listening (kept messing w/his part of the skit and wouldn't stop) into part of the skit and was patient with him which means alot. He was great in both the comedy and magic aspect and I would definately use him again. I feel fortunate to have had such a great performer to share in this day with my son. Thank you so very much! -- Violet M, Cedar Lake, IN, 3/13/2010
• He arrived promptly, interacted well with group and had extreme patience with kids. We would highly recommend him to our family and friends. Great proformance and made the party even more special for my Dad's 70th birthday. -- Edie M, Monee, IL, 4/10/2010
• The experience was very nice.Very professional. He involved the whole audience not only kids but adults as well. Very accomodating. Would definately recommend to others. Thanks. -- Rohini S, Westmont, IL, 5/15/2010
• James made my party magicial. I truly enjoyed all his magic tricks and the way he invloved each guest with his magic. I would hire James again and the only thing I can say negitive is his voice is soft spoken and hard to hear at times over my guests. Over all myself and my guests truly enjoyed James' magic show. James even took time to have a slice of cake before he left..??? -- Molly C, Lake In the Hills, IL, 10/1/2011
• James Sanden was wonderful. He was very entertaining and patient with my son and his 20 plus friends. His magic tricks were fabulous, he had some of the children help with the tricks, and he kept their attention. I was very pleased. -- Laura R, Crystal Lake, IL, 2/4/2012

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