Restaurant Magician Memories

Restaurant Magician Memories

I love doing what I do. Looking back at videos of performances I have done for restaurants, I found this cute video: 

http://youtu.be/P5taK8-OJEM 

Being a restaurant magician is just one of the things that I do to exercise my strengths as a performer and artist. Growing up, sll of my idols were restaurant performers. Mainly magicians, some musicians and some poets. 

There is definitely something special about being surprised with entertainment when sitting down for a nice meal. 

Over the years, I have learned that bringing an element of elegance and beauty through entertainment is such a huge benefit for the restaurant or other establishment. The customers have something to tweet about, the guests experience something different, and the children beg to return. 

Although I have made my living as a restaurant magician, the real business comes from increasing the business of the establishment through repeated traffic, which in turn has built life long relationships with its guests, as well as customers for the other side of my business. 

The other side of my business is booking magic shows for individuals, families and corporate events. 

I must say that I have not only been pretty lucky, but blessed to have had the opportunity to serve so many people with what I love to do. 

If you are a party planner, or just a person who enjoys big events, then I encourage you to remember the entertainment for your events. 

It's not enough to reserve the venue in time, and select the proper amount of food for the guests, but be sure to create the right atmosphere as well. 

There are many resources available now, thanks to the Internet to be sure to find the right choices for your party. 

When booking the entertainer, be sure that they have. Some good reviews available, whether it be written testimonial or video. We cannot always judge whether or not they are perfect for the party by their website alone. Which brings me to the next point:

Entertainers for parties should also have a website and an easy way to book them. Many magicians and entertainers consider themselves artists, and do not take the proper energy to produce a top notch website, however, they should still be easy to book. 

Good luck with your parties and events! 

If you are interested in booking a magician, be sure to see: 

http://bigeventmagic.com/bigeventmagic/Free_Easy_Magic_Trick.html

Florida Restaurant Entertainment

This post is about restaurants in Florida with entertainment.

I come from Portland OR originally, but I love living here in Florida. There are many family friendly things to do, and places to go, as well as sites to see.

Other than amazing theme parks, Florida has a wide variety of restaurants; some family owned, some mid size, and of course many chain restaurants. Some of my favorites are Miller's Ale House, Buca Di Beppo, and Grillsmith.

The thing about restaurants is that they are all unique in many ways, but exactly the same in others. For instance: Some restaurants guests flock to simply because of the beer selection, while others they bring their friends and family to because of the house magician or live nightly entertainment... but no matter the reason, they usually all have televisions for the sports fans.

Personally, I do not own a TV, so I do not watch sports or any television that is not easily found on youtube, so restaurants with TV are not interesting to me. Isn't it interesting though that most restaurants prefer to have a TV playing in the background in order to compete with sports pubs? I mean, you would think that individuality or uniqueness would be the direction to focus on. In the interest of sports fans and beer selection, Miller's Ale House and Linksters are good choices indeed.

Karaoke is another thing. Some people like it, some don't. I go out to eat... a lot, and I have noticed that when people are eating at a restaurant here in Florida, it is a much different experience to dine in an elegant clean setting with faux candle light, smooth piano and or a subtle professional singer warming up the atmosphere, than it is to be stuck listening to the abrupt blaring noise of a terrible karaoke singer practicing for American Idol. In the interest of Karaoke people, check out karaoke listings.com for up to date venues.

Terrible Dj's are the worst. There is nothing worse than dining out, and being forced to endure the practicing Dj that cannot get booked in a proper night club, so he is forced to give it a go at your local Applebee's while you suffer over your meal. People that want to dance and listen to good music will make the trip to the local club. There are plenty of good ones out there. Especially in Florida. You can check out Jackson's Bistro, Hyde Park Cafe, or The Kennedy to find the real professionals.

Last but not least, The House Magician. A quality, seasoned professional magician can be the greatest 5 minutes at a restaurant that restaurant goers could ever experience. There is a bit of comedy, a little astonishment, something more unique than most places, and of course- magic! Who doesn't love magic? Young or old, from near or far magicians come from every place in the world and are adored by millions. Vice versa, an untrained magician can be a hilarious embarrassment  to watch.
Magicians at restaurants are especially great when there is a long time in the waiting area, it keeps the guests from leaving, not to mention entertained and occupied. I have seen restaurants also make use of magicians in order to attract families from the neighborhood. Magicians can also attract a significant amount of publicity as well.
If you love magic, then you can get yourself over to the Brandon Ale House and the Tampa Ale House to see live magic with the family.  Call for show times: Tampa: (813) 969-0020 Brandon (813) 643-0511
The magicians are fun, professional and amazing. See this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvzoHqh7eQ4

I hope you find the right restaurant for you and your friends and family! Lots of luck!

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT BOOKING A MAGICIAN FOR YOUR RESTAURANT OR EVENT, YOU CAN GO TO: www.MomentumRestaurantServices.com or Call 1-888-6330-5836

Preparing for the magic show

I have been getting ready for my big magic shows in Alaska for the past six months. I have about three weeks left and I am excited to perform. My friends and family that work regular jobs have completely no idea what it is like to prepare for a simple show.
I love my friends and family, and I wish they understood.
When you are a performer for a living whether it be a comedian a magician or other entertainer, it can be a difficult struggle to explain that time has a different value to you then other people.
Although I do believe that people should value their own time more than I see demonstrated. Time is the currency that we all have and use but some of us let it use us.
Anyway, I am an independent entertainer. This means that I do not have an agent or manager per se. It's not necessarily by choice though. For the past 15 years I have sent many packages to agents and managers but they simply do not want my kind... of entertainment, in general.
The great thing about this is I remain independent. I am able to help many more people on my own accord. With that being said I am responsible for my show and the booking of the show.
I am a pro photographer , So I shoot my own photos, film my own videos and since I am also a producer I edit the productions as well. I write my own shows with the help of a few friends, and research the hottest new magic tricks and effects that are being performed today.
After deciding what's going to go onto my set list I have to practice for many hours in order to sell a good show.
Not every show that I do is for everyone. Some shows are designed for kids and families. Some shows are designed for college students and adult audiences. Other shows are custom, and some shows are designed just for me to express myself as an artist. As much as I try, the shows are rarely ever perfect, luckuly the point is to make it fun for all.
If you are a performer, then you know what I mean, you know what I'm talking about.
I always feel a bit of guilt when my friends and family want to hang out, go out have a drink or whatever. I have to tell them that I am working on my show, but they have no idea what I'm talking about.
When you are a independent performer or even an entrepreneur then everything is up to you. Everything is important to you.
I have enjoyed the opportunity to stop from time to time and smell the roses.
If I am ever going to continue making my living as an artist I know, now, that I just cannot stop for very long,
Keep it moving.

You can find me under the name Antwan Towner on Twitter and Facebook.