20 years in Show Business

June 13, 2017 by Philip

It was 20 years ago today I handed in my notice in the NHS. Good bye Pharmacy … Hello Show Business! Thank you for being part of my exciting journey.

I grew up in Bridgend, South Wales. My initial interest in magic was sparked at age 8; I was given a magic set for Christmas. I have great memories of watching The Paul Daniels Magic Show with my Grandma and Grandad. They used to spoil me with cake and ice-cream and we loved watching his shows. Later on in life I reviewed a number of his TV shows for Abra magazine (the world’s only weekly magic magazine at that time, now defunct) and he was a major influence on my magical upbringing, helping to turn me into the sparkling patter comedy magician I am today.

I listened to my parents who encouraged me to do well at my school work. I had always taken an interest in my grandparents’ medications and thus embarked on a Pharmacy Degree at Manchester University. [Read more…]

Entertainer Magician for Schools

June 30, 2018 by Philip

MAGIC PHILIP is a popular school entertainer & entertains in schools all over the North West with a special themed/educational show tailored to the age of the pupils.

This time of year is especially exciting for me as a children’s entertainer as I get ready for end-of-year school parties. It won’t be long until the school year ends and most schools and nurseries will want to mark this in some way. A party is an obvious choice to celebrate the occasion, but after a long year not only teaching but arranging school plays, sports day, reports and trips, the last thing most teachers will want to do is arrange a party. This is where I can help. I am a children’s magician and school entertainer and am very experienced in performing end-of-year parties and provide a 45-50 minute show filled with stories, magic, puppets, fun and laughter that are guaranteed to keep the children engaged and having lots of fun.

Hiring a children’s entertainer not only takes the pressure off the teachers, but it is also a great reward for the children after a whole year of hard work. A change of face at the front of the hall or classroom, in the shape of the highly experienced entertainer MAGIC PHILIP, can also re-energise all the pupils and provide some very special memories. Whilst I am busy making fun memories with the children, staff can sit back and relax and take a very well-deserved break as I take the lead for this activity. I take all the hassle and stress out of arranging entertainment for your year-end party. The best part is… Your teaching staff get to sit back, relax and enjoy the show with the kids and afterwards EVERYONE will thank you for arranging such an awesome treat. The last few dates of term always get booked out quickly so do get in touch soon if you want to take the pressure off the teachers.

Magic shows are the ideal way to mark an occasion such as Christmas, Eid, the end of the academic year. They also make an unforgettable reward for anything from great attendance, Ofsted success to managing behaviour, for which consistency in that reward is key. Philip gets booked and rebooked for lots of schools to do just that, term after term. MAGIC PHILIP returns with a different show when he is rebooked.

Each show lasts 45-50 minutes so depending on the size of your school and what fits best with your timetable I suggest booking 1-3 shows in a day to accommodate learners across the key stages. Most schools have me return once each term of the academic year so the learners know the great fun they’ll have as part of their reward for getting it right.
“Each MAGIC PHILIP Fun show lasts forty-five to fifty minutes and is full of Fun, Comedy, Puppets and lots of Magic. Your children will be the stars of the show. As this will be such a memorable event for them please feel free to take as many photographs as you like. You may like to video some of the show, that’s fine. No need to bring in extra chairs as the children will sit on the floor. Teachers are welcome to sit in and enjoy the show.”

I tailor the entertainment package to the age of my audience & is tailored to Reception & Nursery, Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2.

“It’s always great to see their little jaws drop and to hear them talking about it afterwards. Once again, right on the money in terms of those messages we want them to hear.” Andy Kilcoyne, Headteacher, Mauldeth Road Primary School, Withington

“A massive thank you Philip for the Magic Pirate Show you did for our pupils yesterday. For the second year running you made 55 little children very happy! We will be sure to pass on your info to friends and colleagues and will be in touch next year! Keep up the good work!” Steph Morris, Beech St. Primary School, Eccles

“Thanks very much for another great show. Our pupils loved it and so did we!” Gill Wright, Deputy Head, Whitefield Primary School, Everton

“We would definitely recommend you to others after your show. The children absolutely loved you and the adults had a great time too. The feedback in the playground has been really positive – which is always good to hear!” Sally & Markus Jolley, Gorsey Bank Primary School PTA

MIXED UP GIFT SENDS MAGICIAN DOWN HIS CAREER PATH

March 6, 2018 by Philip

A LEADING magician who will be heading north next month (March) has revealed that a mix up with a Christmas gift was the launch of his career.

Philip Partridge, aka Magic Philip, has performed for everyone from HRH the Prince of Wales to Brooklyn Beckham and will now be joining the line up at this year’s South Tyneside International Magic Festival.

The performer revealed that his interest in magic started when he was a child, following him receiving a present that was meant for someone else. [Read more…]

Magic Kids’ Birthday Party: 100% Client Satisfaction

January 2, 2018 by Philip

When entertaining at a child’s magic birthday party my aim is 100% client satisfaction:

“Hi Philip

I just wanted to send these images through as it reflects Cáin’s delight with your show at his 4th Birthday Party: [Read more…]

Wizard Magic Workshop Lessons at Schools & Parties

February 10, 2017 by Philip

“We had a great introduction to big read week. We had lots of children dress up as witches and wizards and we enjoyed watching Magic Philip! He demonstrated lots of magic tricks and he even told how some of them were done. The children loved joining in and being Magic Philip’s assistant!” Nicola Wood Y2A, Platt Bridge Community School, Wigan

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Teach magic lessons in school, says professor

Magic tricks boost confidence and self-discipline, says psychologist calling for lessons to be introduced to classrooms

The trick to making primary school children more confident and sociable is to teach them magic, claims Professor Richard Wiseman, psychologist at the Open University.

At the British Association for the Advancement of Science in Liverpool yesterday, he reported the results of his study of 50 pupils at two Hertfordshire schools, which compared his “magic school” lesson with a standard personal, social and health education (PSHE) lesson currently used to promote good health, confidence and social skills. [Read more…]

Too Much Fun?

July 12, 2016 by Philip

Limiting fun? At a birthday party? Have I gone Mad? Even ‘Madder’ than usual? Well, not exactly… We both know how much children look forward to birthday parties, both their own and their friends too! Because of this some parents think that they should make the parties longer. More time = more fun, right? Unfortunately it doesn’t really work that way! After 2,576 (and counting!) parties, I’ve come to the conclusion that the perfect total length of a party should be about 2 hours. [Read more…]

Teach magic lessons in school, says professor

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