A cross between stage and walk around magic, street magic or “boardwalk shows” are a continuous string of mini-shows. Attendees approach Peter’s magic station, and are treated to close up impossibilities happening just for them.
Boardwalk magic works best:
“Peter has an ability to seamlessly weave a story while also amazing our audience with sleight of hand and deception. We could not dream of having a better partner in bringing magic and spying to life.”
Jacqueline V. Eyl, International Spy Museum
If stage magic is a plated dinner, and walk around magic is the passed hors d’oeuvres, boardwalk magic is the carving station.
“His performance had many of my group standing with their mouths open in aahhh. I heard many of them the next day standing by the coffee machine talking about his magic tricks; wondering how he did this or that one.”
Linda Glod, Orbital ATK
Rather than one show time as with a stage show, guests enjoy magic and mind reading throughout your event.
Guests will flock to Peter’s magic station, and are offered a variety of impossible objects, card magic tricks, or mind-reading feats to choose from. Each mini-show is slightly different, as he embraces the “choose your own adventure” approach to his boardwalk perfomances.
Your guests love having a front row view at their very own mini magic show! And even though they’ll experience his impossibilities at different times, Peter’s boardwalk magic mini-shows will be a subject of conversation for the rest of the night.
For more than thirty years, top companies have relied on Peter to provide boardwalk shows that engage their guests and turn ordinary events into unforgettable “you should have been there!” happenings. And with a wide variety of magic, mentalism, and impossible objects on display, he’ll ensure that guests of all ages will be laughing and amazed.
Hiring Peter to share boardwalk magic is a piece of cake. Just let him know your start and stop times, and Peter will handle everything else!
“Peter took the time to learn about our organization, understand our goals for the evening, and customized his performance to best fit our needs. Our audience was delighted.”
Joyce Summers, The Community Foundation of Frederick County
Performers have always been a fixture at seaside boardwalk resorts. They gather a crowd, entertain them with a short show of amazing feats, and then do it all again with the next group. Peter Wood brings that excitement and energy to your event, without the need to tip at the end!
In public, boardwalk magic is also known as street magic or busking magic. Peter Wood has reinvented this approach and refined it for high end corporate events, private parties, and community gatherings.
Peter’s continuous boardwalk show is a fun corporate party idea. Rather than one show time as with a stage show, guests enjoy magic and mind reading throughout your event. Similar to walk around magic, boardwalk magic allows your guests to be treated to unbelievable impossibilities up close!
On average, Peter’s boardwalk shows entertain about sixty guests per hour. He’ll adjust each mini show length to the number of guests gathered, and will make sure that each group gets to see some amazing feats of magic and mentalism.
For large events, Peter Wood can invite some of his close up magician colleagues to ensure better crowd coverage. And to guarantee that everyone sees Peter, consider including his stage show as part of the event.
Simply put: inviting Peter Wood gives your guests the thrill and spontaneity of a street performer, without any unease or obligation to tip.
Part of the excitement of a street magic show is the visceral feeling that this is happening “right now, for us, and won’t be repeated.” Peter Wood brings that experience to corporate parties, family events, and community gatherings. With no set showtime, your guests will approach Peter’s “magic station” and be treated to a mini show just for them! Even with guests constantly moving and flowing, he’ll create memorable moments, up close and personal.
With bursts of laughter and applause coming from every group he entertains, Peter’s boardwalk station will be the talk of your event. Guests on the opposite side of the room will be saying “What’s going on over there? I want to be a part of it!” and venture over to see what Peter is sharing.
Peter Wood’s rates vary depending on event location and time of year. Outside of the Baltimore and Washington DC area, there may be additional fees for travel and lodging. And rather than just hire Peter for close up magic, many events opt to book him for the evening to share stage magic and/or emcee the festivities, as well.
TL;DR: contact Peter with your event details, and he’ll get you a quote ASAP.
Peter Wood offers a unique “choose your own adventure” approach to up-close entertainment. As guests approach his magic station, he’ll let them choose from a variety of interesting objects on display. His versatility ensures that he can tailor his performance to suit the tone and atmosphere of your event, guaranteeing a truly unforgettable experience.
By having Peter in a fixed spot, every guest who wants to interact with Peter will get the chance. But unlike a stage show, Peter’s boardwalk and street style shows run continuously. This means that guests can enjoy some impossibilities on their own, without having to be somewhere at a specific time.
Peter’s 30+ years as an up-close magician and mentalist allow him to adapt to any environment, whether it’s a corporate function, wedding reception, or private party. Indoors or out, Peter Wood can set up his boardwalk station and the laughs will follow!
With a classic stage magic show, all of your guests must be gathered in one place, at an agreed-upon time, to enjoy the show together. Often a riser or sound system is needed to ensure that every attendee can see and hear Peter clearly. However, his boardwalk shows require none of this. The timing is flexible, and every guest has a front row view!
Whether you’re hosting a corporate gala, a wedding celebration, or a private soirée, Peter’s unique blend of magic and mentalism is sure to leave a lasting impression. His ability to connect with audiences on a personal level ensures that each guest feels like a part of the magic.
Peter began performing magic professionally at a young age, which gives him a unique blend of experience and energy. His enthusiasm is contagious, whether it’s the first group or the last of the night! Over three decades of experience allows Peter to engage with a wide variety of guests and make sure they have a fantastic experience.
Original presentations are a cornerstone with all of Peter Wood’s magic offerings. Guests who have “seen it all” will be surprised by impossible magic and mind-reading feats that are unique and exclusive to Peter.
