Gloucester Table Top Magician | Amazing Close-Up Magic by Andy Field
Andy Field is a professional magician, offering table top magic, sleight of hand illusions, mind reading and more, for a variety of occasions. Over the years Andy has built a strong global following, boasting over 20,000,000 views on his YouTube channel and an array of reviews across multiple platforms. Having amassed experience as a wedding magician, party magician & close up magician, Andy is seen as one of the industries most tried and tested professional magicians.
Why Hire a Gloucester Table Top Magician?
Andy Field entertaining the head wedding table
When people think of magic, they often picture a large stage, bright lights and a magician pulling a rabbit from a hat. That's entertaining, but it's a completely different experience from table top magic. Instead of watching from the back of a room, your guests become part of the show.
As a Gloucester table top magician, I've spent over twenty years amazing guests at weddings, corporate events, private parties and charity dinners. Rather than standing on a stage, I move naturally from table to table, creating impossible moments just inches from people's eyes.
The reactions are always the same. First comes curiosity. Then laughter. Finally, complete disbelief. That's because there's nowhere to hide when the magic happens in someone's own hands.
What Is Table Top Magic?
Table top magic, often called close-up magic, is performed directly in front of small groups of people seated at their tables. Every trick happens within touching distance, making the experience feel personal and unforgettable.
Unlike stage shows, guests don't have to leave their seats. The entertainment comes to them.
Using ordinary objects such as:
- Playing cards
- Coins
- Borrowed rings
- Banknotes
- Mobile phones
- Keys
- Elastic bands
I create impossible moments that people talk about long after the event has finished.
The best compliment I ever receive isn't applause. It's hearing someone say:
"There's no way that just happened."
Why Table Top Magic Works So Well
Many forms of entertainment only involve part of the audience.
A singer performs while everyone watches.
A DJ plays music while guests dance.
A comedian tells jokes to the whole room.
Magic is different.
Every table enjoys its own private performance. Guests become the stars rather than simply spectators.
Even the quietest people soon find themselves laughing, smiling and joining in.
Magic has an amazing ability to break down social barriers. Complete strangers suddenly start talking because they've just witnessed something impossible together.
That shared experience creates conversations that continue throughout the evening.
Perfect for Weddings
Andy Field can amaze your wedding guests with powerful table top magic during the wedding breakfast
A wedding has several periods where guests are waiting.
Perhaps the photographs are being taken.
Maybe everyone is waiting between courses.
Sometimes the evening guests haven't arrived yet.
These moments can feel surprisingly long.
A Gloucester table top magician fills those gaps perfectly.
Instead of checking phones or wondering when the next part of the day starts, guests become completely absorbed in the entertainment.
Children love it.
Adults love it even more.
Grandparents usually insist they know how the trick works...
...until they don't.
Corporate Events Become More Memorable
Corporate entertainment shouldn't feel predictable.
People attend conferences, awards evenings and networking events all year round. Most blend into one another.
Magic changes that.
As a Gloucester table top magician, I regularly entertain at:
- Awards dinners
- Networking events
- Christmas parties
- Product launches
- Staff celebrations
- Client hospitality events
Magic encourages conversation between colleagues who may never normally speak.
It also provides an excellent icebreaker for networking events where everyone feels slightly awkward for the first few minutes.
Instead of asking,
"So... what do you do?"
people begin with,
"Did you see what the magician did?"
That's a much better conversation starter.
Ideal for Private Gloucester Parties
Birthday celebrations, anniversaries and family gatherings deserve entertainment that everyone can enjoy.
The beauty of close-up magic is that it appeals across generations.
Teenagers who claim they're impossible to impress suddenly forget about their phones.
Parents become children again.
Grandparents smile because they remember classic magic from years gone by.
Nobody feels left out.
Unlike some entertainment, magic doesn't require people to dance, sing or volunteer for embarrassing games.
Everyone simply enjoys the experience.
Restaurant Entertainment in Gloucester
Waiting for food can sometimes feel longer than expected.
A magician transforms that waiting time into one of the highlights of the evening.
Restaurants across Gloucestershire use table top magic to create a unique customer experience.
Happy customers stay longer.
They order more drinks.
Most importantly, they remember the evening.
When people are choosing where to eat next time, memorable experiences often matter just as much as the food.
The Advantage of Close-Up Magic
Television has made audiences sceptical.
People assume everything involves camera tricks or editing.
Close-up magic removes that doubt completely.
There's no camera.
No special effects.
No editing.
Everything happens live.
Guests can shuffle the cards.
Borrow objects.
Hold the magic in their own hands.
That's what makes the reactions so genuine.
It's More Than Just Tricks
Bride and Groom enjoying strong table top magic from Andy Field at their Gloucester wedding
Anyone can learn a card trick.
Very few people can entertain a room.
Magic is only part of the performance.
Humour.
Timing.
Conversation.
Reading the audience.
Knowing when to perform and when to move on.
These skills come from years of experience entertaining real people rather than practising in front of a mirror.
After twenty years performing professionally, I've learnt that people rarely remember every trick.
They always remember how you made them feel.
A Flexible Form of Entertainment
One reason table top magic remains so popular is its flexibility.
There's no stage to build.
No complicated lighting.
No huge sound system.
I simply arrive, introduce myself and begin creating memorable moments.
Whether your event has fifty guests or five hundred, the entertainment fits naturally into the occasion.
Nothing feels forced.
Nothing interrupts the flow of the event.
Common Questions
How long does table top magic last?
Typically between one and three hours, depending on the size of your event.
Do guests need to leave their tables?
Not at all.
The entertainment comes to them.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, although the performance is designed primarily for adults attending weddings, parties and corporate events.
Can you perform outdoors?
Absolutely, weather permitting.
Many summer drinks receptions provide the perfect setting.
Do you only use cards?
No.
Although cards are popular, I also perform with borrowed objects including rings, coins, money, mobile phones and everyday items.
That variety keeps every performance fresh.
Why Experience Matters
Choosing entertainment isn't just about finding someone who knows magic tricks.
Experience makes a huge difference.
An experienced performer knows how to:
- Read the room
- Judge the right pace
- Adapt for different audiences
- Handle unexpected situations
- Keep guests engaged
- Make everyone feel included
Those skills only develop after performing at hundreds of real events.
Creating Lasting Memories
People often forget what they ate.
They forget what colour the table decorations were.
Sometimes they even forget the music.
Yet years later they'll still remember seeing their signed playing card appear somewhere impossible.
Or watching their borrowed wedding ring vanish and reappear.
Magic creates stories.
Those stories become memories.
That's why close-up magic continues to be one of the most talked-about forms of entertainment.
Why Choose Andy Field?
With more than twenty years of professional experience entertaining across Gloucestershire and throughout the UK, I've built my reputation on creating unforgettable moments.
My performances combine:
- Award-winning close-up magic
- Comedy
- Audience participation
- Original routines
- Professional presentation
- Reliable service
Every event is different, so every performance is tailored to suit your guests and the atmosphere you want to create.
No two tables see exactly the same performance.
That keeps the experience exciting from start to finish.
Book a Gloucester Table Top Magician
If you're planning a wedding, corporate event, private party or special celebration, table top magic is one of the easiest ways to keep guests entertained throughout the day or evening.
It creates laughter.
It starts conversations.
Most importantly, it gives people memories they'll still be talking about long after the event has finished.
If you're looking for a Gloucester table top magician who combines incredible close-up magic with humour, professionalism and over twenty years of experience, I'd love to help make your event unforgettable.
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