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Upcoming Appearances
- Saturday, May 26, 2012
- 7:00PM - Birthday Child
- Normandy Park, IL
- Sunday, May 27, 2012
- 2:30PM - Birthday Child
- South River Grove, IL
- Monday, May 28, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Saturday, June 02, 2012
- 10:30AM - 9 yr old bday
- Naperville, IL
- Monday, June 04, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Monday, June 11, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Monday, June 18, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Monday, June 25, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Saturday, June 30, 2012
- 2:00PM - 7-10 yr old bday
- Mundelien, IL
- Monday, July 02, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
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Past Appearances
- Monday, May 21, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Saturday, May 19, 2012
- 1:00PM - Adult Birthday
- Chicago, IL
- Saturday, May 19, 2012
- 4:00PM - Family Gathering
- La Grange, IL
- Monday, May 14, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Saturday, May 12, 2012
- 2:00PM - Private Birthday
- Naperville, IL
- Monday, May 07, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Monday, April 30, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Monday, April 23, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Monday, April 16, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
- Monday, April 09, 2012
- 5:00PM - Four Farthings Restaurant, 2060 N. Cleveland Street
- Chicago, IL
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- Location:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Travel Radius:
- Will travel up to 100 miles from Chicago.
- Pay Range:
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$250-$1000 per event
- Member Since:
- 2010
- Primary Category:
- Magician
- Additional Categories:
- Comedy Magician, Escape Artist, Illusionist, Mentalist, Street Magician
- Influences:
- Lance Burton, Tommy Wonder, Doc Eason, Bill Malone, Greggory Wilson, Daryl (The Magician's Magician), Pop (Whit) Hayden,
Description
Mike O'Donnell is as a professional magician in Chicago with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in weddings/private parties, and corporate events with what is called close-up magic. Close-up magic is an intimate form of entertainment that is performed right in front of the guests. All of his material is appropriate, professional, and does not embarrass anyone. This type of magic is normally performed for small groups of people.
Mike has performed for the Chicago Bulls, Seattle Mariners, Supersonic, Oklahoma City Thunder NBA team, and many other corporate events.
Typically, the best plan is to walk from table to table/guest to guest and perform a mini-show. This mini-show is basically a private show that is very intimate and will not interrupt the flow of the event. Mike works out of his pockets, which means that he does not need a stage or take up any space. He can perform close-up magic for 1-3 hours, which depends on your needs.
Mike also offers a stage show where all of the guests would be entertained as a whole. This is ideal for those events where they reserve the entire room. The stage show combines magic with modern psychology. The guests will be astonished by his pseudo mind-reading ability and slieght of hand magic.
Mike has performed for numerous professional sport teams and other corporate events. He has a 100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back.
Mike's services are tailored to your needs, which means that each show is unique and custom made. You decide what you would like, and he will deliver.
Thank You,
Mike O'Donnell
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CLIENT REVIEWS=================
5-2-12
I had a rambunctious, in-your-face group of six-year-olds, but with seemingly endless patience and a sense of humor, Mike kept them engaged and enthralled during the entire show! When my son demanded that Mike acknowledge his Lego man in the middle of the show, Mike took it in stride and made the toy disappear, much to my son's delight. The adults were also impressed with the magic tricks. I would highly recommend Mike for any type of event!
Anjali Huff
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"I've seen Mike in action now twice. Once for office holiday party, the other when I hired him to entertain my 60+ guests for my wife's birthday party. He's a consummate entertainer and professional. Your guests will be amazed and while they may try to stump his magic, it doesn't happen. He puts on a great show and winning attitude! He's an entertainer who I would hire, again and again.
Cheers,
Nelson T/
Regional Sales Manager"
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July 10, 2011
"Hi Mike,
I want to tell you that you were phenomenal on Saturday. Kevin truly enjoyed your spirit and your professionalism. Some of my guest said that you were their favorite entertainment! I even had some guest to say that they might be interested in your services in the future. Thank you for being a part of making my husband's 50th a grand event!
Sincerely,
Jackie Neal
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May 17th, 2011
"Mike performed at my 50th birthday. Let me say my father was a professional magician for many years and I hired a magician for his 80th birthday, he was good, Mike is better! People are still telling me how much they enjoyed having him at the party. Mike's variety of elusions is endless and very entertaining. I would recommend him for any gathering from young to old, tame to wild, personal to corporate. You will not be disappointed."
Tana and Kevin Reich
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May 14th, 2011
"Hi Mike,
I just wanted to thank you for your performance. You were highlight of the party. Great job!
Thank you again,
Olga and Yuri"
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"Mike!!
I want to thank you SO MUCH for being a part of the Pink Tie Affair! You did an amazing job and literally everyone that attended can't stop talking about how fantastic you were. You truly have a gift with magic.
Kariba J./
Event Planner"
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Hi Mike,
Thank you for performing at our 2010 Holiday Party. Attached please find a few pictures. You were professional, prompt, courteous and very entertaining. Definitely the highlight of the evening. We look forward to working with you again and would highly recommend your services.
Best wishes,
Courtney
COURTNEY UNDERWOOD
Executive Assistant
GALLUP CONSULTING
12-3-10
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"Dear Mr. O'Donnell
Thank you for coming out to Oklahoma City and performing at our two playoff games on April 22nd and 24th. Your magic was unique and professional and our fans really enjoyed your show. Your Energy was great with the crowd and you separated yourself from the entertainment that we have had out in the past with your presence alone.
Sincerely,
Todd Ablright/
Oklahoma City Thunder /
Senior Manager, Event Presentation"
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"To whom it may concern:
Our annual Christmas party is an important event for the Home4Investment Team. We include our clients, affiliates and associates as well as our team members' friends and families. Inviting Mike to perform magic during our party was an excellent choice. For days afterwords, people raved about the magician at the holiday party. I would highly recommend hiring Mike to perform magic at any event.
Janel Warrington/
Adminstrative Assistant/
Home4Investment Real Estate Team"
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Hi Mike,
I just wanted you to know that you were a true hit. Everyone enjoyed you and I had a great time. Thank you for doing the show(40th Birthday Party), you made our party extra special.
Pamela S.
12-40-10
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Living Social Deal Reviews:
Thumbs Up
02/14/2012
Magician was great. Several friends asked where I found him. I will recommend him to friends as well as living social.
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
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02/05/2012
HE WAS EXTREMEMLY PERSONABLE, AND POLITE. I WOULD REFER HIM TO ANYONE WHO IS HOSTING A PARTY AND WANTS A LITTLE FLAIR.
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
Thumbs Up
02/05/2012
He got lost getting to our place so he was a little late but overall, very happy with his performance..
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
Thumbs Up
01/31/2012
I bought this deal specifically with my daughter's 6th birthday in mind - I've never hired a party entertainer before but the timing was good and it was a great deal. I'm so glad I did - Mike was great! He involved and engaged the kids (and there were 16 kindergarteners, so that's no mean feat) and humored their interjections with grace. The guests' parents were all impressed too - a couple asked for Mike's contact information. If I have the occasion, I'll definitely look to Mike again.
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
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01/29/2012
Mike was incredible! He arrivedion a timely manner and included all of the kids in his presentation! The kids loved him and the adults were stumped by his illusions. I highly recommend him for all age groups. My boys have already asked to have him come perform again!!!!
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
Thumbs Up
01/10/2012
Mike preformed for my son's 6yr old bday party. He did a Marvelous job keeping these youngsters entertained =) . . . Really great job!
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
Thumbs Up
01/09/2012
Was awesome with the kids & they really enjoyed him while we could do an adult game. Would have him back again for another party & got great responses from all that watched him. Thanks Mike for doing an excellant job.
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
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01/04/2012
Magic Mike did an hour show for my son's 6th birthday party and it was a HUGE HIT with the kids! I am now known as the best mom EVER!! Best Living Social deal yet ;0)
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
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12/31/2011
Magic mike was awesome! We had him come over for an hour to entertain the kids but the adults were certainly just as entertained! He was very engaging and interactive, and the kids are still talking about what fun they had, what a great treat.
Hour-Long Magic Show
A. One-Hour Live Magic Show
Available For:
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, Events, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.
Feedback
- Mike was a perfect entertainer for our holiday party for 85 people. He mingled and performed for all of our guests. He impressed all and had many requests for his card for future engagements. Mike's fee was a steal for the performance that we received. -- Tim K, Hartland, WI, 12/18/2010
- Mike was great! He was very good with all of the groups present at our party. Whether he was being bombarded by the kids or adults, he was completely professional. We were very happy with his performance and have already been asked by friends where we found him. I'm sure someone in our friend circle will hire him again.
-- Ankur G, Chicago, IL, 1/8/2011
- Very nice show. Highly recommend. -- Teres N, Hickory Hills, IL, 2/12/2011
- Mike took the information about our company and incorporated it into his act! He was very professional and personal when he engaged our clients during the trade show. Street magic was the perfect type of magic for our event and it really enhanced the entertainment for our customers. Thank you Mike! -- Lauren K, Chicago, IL, 3/1/2012
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