Business Details
18 Years
experience
Interactive Magician for Corporate Events & Private Celebrations
The Magic of Chris Wheel has been transforming ordinary gatherings into unforgettable experiences for over 15 years. As a professional magician with a background in school psychology, Chris Wheel combines deep understanding of human dynamics with interactive magic and comedy to create customized performances that resonate with every audience. Our services cater to corporate events, fundraisers, schools, and private celebrations across New York, ensuring each show is tailored to the specific crowd, timing, and venue.Clients consistently praise our ability to foster connection and laughter while maintaining a seamless, professional approach from initial planning to final performance. With a focus on creating shared moments that leave lasting impressions, we deliver high-energy stage magic, intimate parlor shows, and strolling magic that adapts to any event size or format, including virtual options.
Services
Stage Magic
Parlor Magic
Strolling Magic
Virtual Show Options
Event Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 15+ years creating customized magic experiences for diverse audiences
- Professional background in psychology enhances audience connection
- Tailored performances for corporate, educational, and private events
- Self-sufficient execution from initial consultation to final performance
- Proven track record with major clients like Microsoft and Sprint
What people say
Crowd favorite
Laughter entire time
Engaged and amazed
Guests couldn't stop smiling
Professional and fun
Services
Stage Magic
Full-scale stage productions designed for large audiences combine professional sound, comedy, and jaw-dropping illusions. These high-energy shows serve as powerful centerpieces for corporate events, theaters, and major celebrations. Customized pacing and audience participation create unforgettable experiences that align with event themes and branding while maintaining clean, inclusive entertainment suitable for all professional settings.
Parlor Magic
Intimate, interactive magic shows tailored for 20-100 guests deliver mind-reading and comedy in banquet settings, fundraisers, and private parties. The performance adapts to audience demographics with smart humor and participatory elements that foster connection. Each show maintains a clean, professional atmosphere while creating memorable moments that guests will discuss long after the event concludes.
Strolling Magic
Personalized magic experiences during cocktail hours and networking events feature impossible illusions performed inches from guests' hands. This format naturally breaks the ice and sparks conversations between strangers through interactive, spontaneous entertainment. The magician seamlessly integrates into reception environments, providing continuous engagement without disrupting other event elements or requiring dedicated performance spaces.
People
Chris Wheel
Owner/Magician
With 15+ years of experience, Chris Wheel combines professional magic expertise and psychological insight to create customized performances. As both entertainer and school psychologist, he understands audience dynamics and tailors each show to ensure seamless execution and maximum guest engagement across corporate, educational, and private events.
Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
Corporate events, fundraisers, school functions, private celebrations, and virtual gatherings. Clients include Microsoft, Sprint, YMCA, and local New York organizations.
How is the magic customized for different audiences?
Each performance adapts to audience demographics, event purpose, and venue characteristics using specialized techniques in psychological profiling and interactive storytelling developed over 15+ years.
What's included in virtual magic shows?
Interactive digital performances maintain audience participation through customized technology integration while preserving the same core magic and comedy elements as in-person shows.
How far in advance should I book?
Request availability through our contact form with event details. Booking timelines vary, but early inquiries ensure better date availability for popular event seasons.
What makes your magic different from other performers?
Combines psychological expertise with magic to create meaningful connections. Focuses on audience-specific customization rather than generic tricks, ensuring memorable, cohesive experiences aligned with event objectives.
Reviews (6)
Joanne Demetry
Oct 30, 2021
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We decided to have Chris be at our rehearsal dinner, just to switch things up a bit for these kind of things. He did NOT disappoint. People are still trying to figure out how he did some of his magic. We had kids there as well, aged 3-8 yrs old, and his interaction with them was priceless. They loved him and wanting to participate. He also included adults in his show as well. If you want to put a twist into any gathering you might have, Chris is your man. Thank you Chris for making the start of our marriage weekend one we will never forget!
Carmella Ciacelli
Sep 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Chris was hired for a work picnic. He was great with handling the crowd and adjusted well to people of all ages. Great humor, great variety, and great magic! Will definitely keep him on the list for future events! Highly recommend for adults and children alike! Genuinely entertaining!
Chris was hired for a work picnic. He was great with handling the crowd and adjusted well to people of all ages. Great humor, great variety, and great magic! Will definitely keep him on the list for future events! Highly recommend for adults and children alike! Genuinely entertaining!
Anna Shapiro
Aug 22, 2021
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I hired Chris to perform at my sons Bar Mitzvah and he definitely exceeded all expectations. Both kids and adults were absolutely captivated by his performance. He has a way with kids/teens. My son said he was the best part of the party. He is very easy to work with and extremely personable. Ill definitely hire him for future events.
Bill Bazzell
Aug 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Chris is the MAN! Great show. Funny and awesome. Definitely fun for all ages. We will be booking him again!! Cant wait.
Chris is the MAN! Great show. Funny and awesome. Definitely fun for all ages. We will be booking him again!! Cant wait.
Meghan Gualtieri
Jul 18, 2021
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I have seen Chris do magic for children and adults. He did my 40th birthday party and my friend's graduation party. In all situations, he captivates the audience! Each trick gets better and better and is mind blowing. He creates a laid back atmosphere with lots of laughs. He is also very professional and personable with the audience. I highly recommend for any and all occasions. You won't be disappointed!
Paul Stanley
Jul 02, 2021
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We had Chris perform at a birthday party for our 1 and 4 year olds. He was amazing! We had about 20 kids from ages 1-13. He kept their attention for a full hour, including 2 that are autistic! Its rare that someone is able to entertain children and adults! Chris was extremely professional. He was on time, we were not. We had some family running late and Chris was gracious enough to hold off on starting until all of the kids arrived. We cannot recommend him enough! Thank you so much Chris, we will be seeing you again!
