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After Dinner Magician for the part of the night guests are still raving about

An interactive 20–30 minute after-dinner magic show for corporate dinners, awards nights and gala evenings. Guests join Matt for award-winning mind reading and magic that has the whole room talking, from the magician trusted by Google, HSBC and Amazon.

Dorset magician Matt Parro performing a card trick for party guests
20–30 minutesInteractive magic and mind reading
★★★★★250+ reviews from clients and celebrities
Trusted by brandsGoogle, HSBC, Amazon, Konica Minolta
£10m insuredPublic liability, for venues and event planners
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See the reactions for yourself

A minute and a half of real guests at real events: close-up magic, mind reading and iPad magic.

Clients

Trusted by the world's biggest names

From product launches and trade shows to company dinners and sporting hospitality, global brands hire Matt when the event matters.

Companies Matt Parro has performed for, including Apple, Google, Amazon, Shell, American Express, Hilton, Spotify, BBC, BP, Deloitte, HSBC and Samsung
After-dinner entertainment

The perfect moment for magic

Dinner is over, the coffee is poured and everyone is finally in one room. It’s the perfect moment for a show. Matt’s after-dinner set is a 20–30 minute interactive performance of magic and mind reading, with guests invited up to take part and the whole room in on the reaction.

It works brilliantly at corporate dinners, awards nights, gala evenings, conferences and private celebrations. It needs no big stage: just a space at the front of the room and a microphone. Matt shapes the show around your audience, your running order and your speeches.

Many organisers book the after-dinner show alongside close-up magic at the drinks reception, so guests meet Matt in small groups first and then see the full show after dinner.

A guest laughing during Matt Parrou2019s after-dinner show
Gala dinner guests reacting to Matt Parrou2019s magic
Celebrity reactions

The guests are famous. The reaction is the same.

James Corden
That's Amazing!!!
James CordenTV Host & Actor
Eddie Redmayne
I just don't understand???
Eddie RedmayneOscar Winning Actor
Tom Fletcher
Awesome! Mate THAT is so cool! Can we get a photo together?
Tom FletcherSinger & Musician (McFly)
Jack Whitehall
How?… How??? THAT is good!
Jack WhitehallComedian & Actor
Lindsay Davenport
You're freaking me out right now!
Lindsay DavenportGrand Slam Tennis Champion
James Nesbitt OBE
WOW, Amazing, Amazing!
James Nesbitt OBEActor & Presenter
Sir Trevor McDonald OBE
That is very, very, very, VERY GOOD!
Sir Trevor McDonald OBENewsreader & Journalist
Tim Henman
Did you see the one where he pulls the tennis ball out of the iPad?
Tim HenmanTennis Player
Chris Eubank
WOW that’s good!… Do that again!
Chris EubankWorld Champion Boxer
Kurt Angle
I'm going to hire you and we are going to make money!
Kurt AngleOlympic Gold Medallist & Wrestler
Barbora Krejčíková
Can I have your signature?
Barbora KrejčíkováWimbledon Champion 2024
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Have you seen this guy?… He is AMAZING!!!
Alex Oxlade-ChamberlainEngland Footballer
Why book an after-dinner show

After-dinner entertainment with a difference

Everyone Takes Part

Guests are invited up and the whole room is involved. It’s not a lecture or a background act.

Clean, Clever and Modern

Fresh magic with a modern style, pitched for corporate and grown-up audiences.

Fits Any Running Order

Before or after speeches, awards or dancing. Matt works around your timings.

No Big Stage Needed

A space at the front and a microphone is all it takes, in any dining room or ballroom.

How it fits your evening

From drinks to the final applause

Drinks Reception

Optional close-up magic as guests arrive, breaking the ice in small groups.

Dinner

Matt can perform at the tables between courses, or keep the surprise for later.

The Show

After dinner, a 20–30 minute interactive set of magic and mind reading for the whole room.

The Talking Point

Guests carry the story home. It’s the part of the night everyone remembers.

Planning a dinner, awards night or gala? Check Matt’s availability for your date.

After dinner magician Matt Parro performing to seated guests
A guest holding her signed playing card
A guest volunteer joining Matt Parrou2019s after-dinner show
Reviews

What organisers say about the show

★★★★★
“Wow – We were totally blown away by your talents and the audience’s reaction. We wanted to add that little extra something to our Company Awards Ceremony and you certainly bought something special to the room with your magic. Guests were thoroughly entertained and mesmerised, with much discussion and wonderment post event on how your magic worked, we are still none the wiser but that’s why it’s magic right! …”
Naomi CarrollKonica Minolta · Company Awards Ceremony
★★★★★
“Absolutely amazing! I can only say it was most astonishing performance I have ever seen. Matt captivated the entire audience with a flawless blend of charisma, humour and mind-bending magic ✨it’s an unforgettable experience.”
GerdaPrivate party, London
★★★★★
“Yet another fantastic show. Matt never fails to amaze and gets better and better year on year. This is the third event at which Matt has performed for us and be assured we will want you back next year!!”
Helen ChristianTesla Engineering · Corporate event
★★★★★
“Absolutely fantastic, mind blowing performance! Matt was the star of our event and made the evening very special and memorable! Thank you so much! You are brilliant!!!!”
The Caffeine PartnershipCorporate event, London
★★★★★
“Hi Matt Thanks so much for being a part of our summer party. Everyone was blown away and staff are still furiously talking about the tricks that you performed. There are a lot of people sitting around today still trying to figure out how you did all of that! …”
Kirsty BentleyGolfbookers · Summer party
★★★★★
“Matt attended a Dealer Partner event in Coventry and provided magic entertainment for the guests during pre-drinks and in between courses at dinner, he was charismatic, engaging and thoroughly entertaining, leaving guests wondering how that trick just happened. Would highly recommend Matt for future events.”
Lisa McClintonMazda Financial Services · Dealer Partner dinner
Matt at dinners and galas

The room reacts

A gala guest screaming at Matt Parrou2019s card trick
Matt Parro with a volunteer during a mind-reading show
A guest laughing at a black-tie dinner
Dinner guests applauding Matt Parrou2019s table magic
Guests delighted at a candlelit dinner
James Nesbitt reacting to magician Matt Parro
Book with confidence

Why event planners hire Matt

  1. £10mpublic liability insurance, so venues and planners are covered
  2. 20+years performing professionally, full time
  3. 1,000sof events, from private dinners to Wimbledon and Twickenham
  4. 250+reviews from clients and celebrities
  5. 12countries performed in outside the UK
After dinner magician FAQs

Hiring an after-dinner show

How long is the after-dinner show?

Usually 20–30 minutes, which is long enough to be the highlight of the evening without delaying speeches, awards or dancing.

What does the show include?

Interactive magic and mind reading, with guests invited up to take part. Every show is shaped around your audience and event.

What do you need from the venue?

A space at the front of the room where everyone can see, and a microphone. There’s no need for a stage, lighting or special set-up.

Can you do close-up magic as well?

Yes. Many clients book close-up magic during the drinks reception or between courses, plus the after-dinner show.

Is the show suitable for corporate audiences?

Yes. It’s clean, clever and designed for corporate and grown-up audiences: awards nights, client dinners, conferences and galas.

How big an audience can you perform to?

From an intimate private dining room to a full ballroom. For very large audiences, see the stage magician page.

How much does an after dinner magician cost?

Every booking is quoted individually, depending on the date, location and whether you add close-up magic. Send your details for a clear quote.

Where do you perform?

All over London, across the UK and internationally.

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Book a magician for your event

Tell Matt your date, venue and guest numbers, and he’ll come back to you quickly with availability and a quote.

Matt Parro Magician Matt Parro · Event magician & mind reader · Performing in London, the UK & internationally · +44 (0) 7731 845432 · Google Maps