Michael Roy's Cirque Du Papier

• Michael Roy Baldridge -
• Diane Gwyn Baldridge -

Michael Roy's SQUARE MAGIC - Entertainment for the Discriminating

Are your event guests suffering from the BTDTs (Been There Done That Syndrome)? Enjoyed all they can stand of balloon art? Heard "pick a card" one too many times? Noticing how old they look in the latest caricature in their collection? Simply tired of the same ol' same ol'? Well, it could be time for something completely different!

With no cards, coins, or twisted balloons, only a paper square and the finesse of a master close-up magician, Michael Roy, Folder Fantastique, brings magic and artistry to your event, amazing party and festival guests with colorful creations of exquisite artistry, elegantly executed right before their eyes. Without missing a crease, Michael Roy simultaneously transforms a single uncut sheet of paper into cool 3D animal caricatures while keeping guests amused with a nonstop stream of offbeat witty repartee and useless (yet strangely fascinating) information, revealing the secrets and history of folding paper. Not your grade school teacher's origami, Michael Roy's performances are a Cirque du Papier, bringing live, an experience of mind bending paper folding that you have only seen online, on TV, and in the movies. And best of all, your guests can go home with a bona fide keepsake! An artful remembrance of a special occasion. (Unlike those twisted little creatures with inflated egos, which blow up at the slightest provocation, and often don't even make it to the parking lot.)

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings...and more.

• I hired Michael to entertain for my 50th Birthday Party and he was a big hit! Everyone was amazed what he could do with one piece of paper. Trying to guess what the finished piece would be was fun and there were alot of OOOH's and AAAH's at the final outcome. He interacted well with the guests and everyone went home with one of his creations. Everyone wanted to know where I found this guy! This was the first time I had hired a entertainer or used Gigmasters and I was satisfied with both. -- Cheryl M, Cleveland, OH, 4/9/2011
• What a great addition to our Grand Opening event! His paper display was more of an art piece than a creation. The kids loved the paper animals! Thanks! -- Warren V, Toledo, OH, 5/19/2011
• Michael was an excellent addition to our business workshop. He was flexible with including custom talking points to match with our overall theme and was very knowledgable about origami. It was an engaging and fun experience for everyone involved. Thanks -- Anthony G, New York, NY, 10/5/2011
• I wasn't sure what to expect, but Michael Roy was fantastic, he has a mild nature, that people love! Our customers were very happy with his performance, I would recommend him for all ages, very creative artist! -- Debbie S, Akron, OH, 11/15/2011
• Michael was wonderful the children loved him and the parents were entertained as well. I would highly recommend Michael and will keep him in mind for future events. -- Andrea S, Pittsburgh, PA, 1/7/2012
• Michael is professional and extremely talented. would recommend Michael to family and friends. -- Stephanie P, Oakville, ON, 1/28/2012
• The equipment/display is very outdated and was not in keeping with a new store grand opening. -- Denise Q, Fairlawn, OH, 2/11/2012
• Although I was expecting a good show, Michael Roy disappointed by not performing to his contract. He arrived an hour in advance which was great! But he was supposed to begin at 7:25 a.m. and end at 8:10 a.m. At 8:10 a.m, I arrived at the theatre to find that he had not begun the show even though I had indicated to him at his arrival that he was to perform as people trickled into the theatre and UNTIL I arrived at 8:10 a.m. His contract was clear and he had my cell phone number to call if he had any questions. Total performance time=10 minutes. The 10 minutes that we did see was terrific!! Too bad he didn't follow directions. -- Heidi C, Akron, OH, 3/3/2012
• He was perfect for our school carnival. Micheal was professional, on time, kind and willing to be flexible. Both kids and adults hung around to watch him work! It was also very nice that many people got to take home complicated and interesting paper animals. Great work, Micheal! -- Maureen D, Uniontown, OH, 3/9/2012

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