Does Dazzling Dan work weekends? Sunday? Public Holidays?
SHORT ANSWER: Yes.
As a professional performer Dan performs at all hours, all year round. Celebrations are mostly held on weekends, public holidays and into the night, thus always in demand and do become booked out. As weekends and public holidays are professional performers main income times, performance rates will reflect this.
Where does Dan perform? What locations? Where will he travel?
SHORT ANSWER: Dazzling Dan is a professional magician based in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Currently…he predominantly travels all over the state of Victoria, and occasionally interstate for major events.
Dazzling Dan services all around Port Philip Bay, The Surfcoast, The Great Ocean Road, The Otway’s, and the Goldfields. Dazzling Dan is the regional magician of Victoria’s Westside, entertaining Portland, Port Fairy & Warrnambool to Frankston & Hastings, Sea Lake, Elwood, Ballarat, Brighton, Bendigo, St Kilda, Ararat, Lorne, Nhill, Torquay, Apollo Bay…Dan can perform anywhere in Victoria. Based in Geelong, Dan easily services all of the Western Region of Victoria. No town is off the map under the starry southern cross. Melbourne is just a drive up the road and while Dan does not actively market to the state’s capital city, popular demand sees him regularly make the short drive up the road to entertain in Melbourne, its suburbs and surrounding regions. Dan has also flown to Sydney to perform, so anywhere in Australia, or the world, (or the universe) is welcome to enquire*.
*Travel fees charged accordingly.
Do we need to provide anything?
SHORT ANSWER: Just an audience.
Over 30years Dazzling Dan has developed a self-contained magic show, and provides a battery powered microphone system for every show, so everyone can hear (especially outdoors). More info’ for Festivals & Events
Do you perform outdoors?
“Yes, I enjoy performing outdoors and can set up accordingly when I arrive.
Picnic rugs are useful, and I can provide one for the children to sit on.
If you are planning a magic show in the park/playground check there is shade or shelter available in case it is needed.
I recommend having a contingency plan (indoor location as a back-up) in the event of unsuitable weather; rain or extreme wind. If it is a Winter party you might consider hiring a hall, or community centre space, so you have access to both a playground and indoor area at the same location.”
I hear Dazzling Dan is versatile, what does that mean?
SHORT ANSWER: Dazzling Dan is a professional and will work with you to make your event a success.
Magic is difficult to perform, and if anything goes wrong the magician can look silly. This can result in certain magicians turning into prima donnas when the weather changes or the performance area is not perfect.
Dazzling Dan loves magic, and just wants your guests to have a good time. He will adapt his magic act to suit your venue and if anything unpredictable happens he goes with the flow.
Since he began performing (over 30 years ago) Dan has performed his act in all sorts of challenging environments including; surrounded, outdoors, a rocking ferry over troubled waters, in the pub at 11pm, in prison (just visiting), testing children, a shaky steam-train, the general public, in gail winds, in the nightclub at 3am, in sideways rain (not preferred), in sideways hail (that was cold).
We can only wish your event goes off without a hitch, but if it does, rest assured you will not have to worry about keeping everyone entertained with Dazzling Dan…just consider an indoor contingency.
Could Dazzling Dan perform at my child’s kinder for their birthday?
Yes, Dazzling Dan can perform at your child’s kindergarten. You would need to first request permission from the kindergarten, Dazzling Dan will then provide all the necessary documentation to the kindergarten, which is a very smooth process as Dazzling Dan visits and performs in kindergartens and Early Learning Centres all year round.
Can Dan perform roving magic in a venue with music playing?
Ambient music is no problem. It is preferred you schedule Dan’s magic around a musician/band so we are not competing.If you are organising an epic event were you want Dan’s roving magic during a DJ/musician playing Dan will bring appropriate tricks, but we do recommend distancing Dan from the music as much as possible.
What is a good length to book Dazzling Dan’s Roving magic at my event?
Allowing a minute per guest is a good approximation to ensure Dan gets around to all your guests. 60guests =1hr roving.
Do you need a stage for your show? We are not sure where to have you perform?
SHORT ANSWER: A stage is not required for Dazzling Dan, but it does help at larger events.
Dazzling Dan’s stand-up magic show can be situated anywhere, where everyone can see. At private parties children sit on the ground. Adults tend to stand. If your guests are seated (meal provided) a platform stage is helpful for everyone to see and usually available at function venues.
It is best not to have Dan stand in front of a bright window as looking into the light silhouettes Dan and makes viewing extremely difficult for your guests.
When should I schedule Dazzling Dan to begin his magic show at my child’s birthday party?
If possible allow up to 30mins for children to arrive. If you are providing food, Dazzling Dan’s performance is a great chance to heat, prepare and plate food.
Is Dazzling Dan as good as Dynamo, David Blaine, Chris Angel (the close-up street magicians seen videos)?
SHORT ANSWER: Yes, and Dazzling Dan can perform all his magic live.
TV magicians rely on shock, awe and eye-candy magic as that works best on video. Every magician has a different style, Dan presents their magic with a focus on engaging the audience in a fun way, with cheeky interaction and participation by audience members.
Where did Dazzling Dan learn magic?
Dan received his first magic set at the age of 6. He was a class clown and his mum wanted him to do something more constructive. He always had a flair for drama, so from a young age he trained and performed in theatre, film production and muliti-media. Learning tricks from books in the library Dan, began performing magic in public when he began high school. He also began attending magic clubs, conventions and lectures by international and world class magicians…all while still 12yrs old. In his current position as the vice-president of the Australian Institute of Magic, Dan now has a working relationship with top magicians all over the world.
Dan’s magic is a combination of the skills, knowledge and wisdom developed over 30 years of experience, performing and living in the world of magic.
Does Dazzling Dan perform Grand Illusions?
Dan has access to illusions to make people appear and disappear. He occasionally features one or two in his theatre tours. Dan does consult on illusions for theatre shows, dance concerts and short movies. If you need something specific please enquire, Dan may have something available already, or can create something to your requirements.
What is the best way to contact Dan?
For general enquires an email can be sent through the“Contact Dan” button. It prompts you for relevant booking information including date and location, so we can check Dan’s availability and provide an accurate quote.
If you have a specific enquiry please call Dan’s mobile 0417 165 408, between 8:00am & 8:00pm. Dan will answer unless performing a show, in which you will be diverted to his lovely wife Lisa who usually knows more about where Dan is performing than he does.
If you need to send any correspondence the old fashioned way, post it to:
Dazzling Productions, PO Box 6172, Highton VIC 3216, Australia
What is Dan’s Cancellation Policy?
CHANGE OF LOCATION – CONTINGENCIES
Where there might be an unforeseen event Dan is happy to adjust the performance location on the day.
It is expected clients have a back-up plan for contingencies, for example an indoor location in the event undesirable weather is forecast. Please call or text message Dan’s mobile 0417 165 408 with the update. Dan cannot check his email when working back-to-back shows. Updating Dan via Email, Facebook or another social media on the day of your event is not acceptable communication.
CANCELLATION POLICY
You must provide at least 3hrs notice for cancellations due to unforeseen circumstances. You need to either call or text message Dan’s mobile 0417 165 408 and receive confirmation from Dan that your cancellation has been received and confirmed.
Dan cannot check his email when working back-to-back shows. Cancelling via Email, Facebook or another social media on the day of your event is not acceptable communication for cancellations.
With plenty of notice (at least 7 days) reschedules and cancellations can be via email, and you will receive an email to confirm your request. If you do not get a response then you should follow up by calling Dan’s mobile.
If Dazzling Dan arrives at your event due to mis-communication, or if you need to cancel once Dan has arrived on site, an attendance fee of 50% of your total booking fee will be charged.
DISRUPTIONS
If Dazzling Dan has commence his performance, but needs to stop due to an unforeseen event out of Dan’s control (extreme weather, safety issue, etc.) then Dan’s full performance fee would apply.