Children
Jim Hynd began his career performing for children's
birthday parties. Jim's show is a very clean, upbeat and downright silly magical performance. Children of all ages love the
stories, antics, running gags and surprising magical conclusions that Jim provides. The bonus is that the adults also get
a kick out of the parallel line of humor and are baffled by the magic as well. Jim continues to perform for children at birthday
parties (in the living room or at a public facility). He also performs at schools, YMCA's, libraries, Boy/Girl Scout meetings,
bar mitzvahs, Boys & Girls Clubs, after school programs and daycare centers. You get the idea...
Adults
Whether you are looking to book a show for an adult's birthday or special occasion, civic association or business party,
Jim has a show that will fit the bill for you and your guests. He can adjust the show to accommodate any age group. His comedy
and magical effects are alternated based on the particular type of audience. Senior citizens can enjoy a clean, wholesome,
good-humored show at a dinner party, dance, civic event, restaurant, church organization or even a nursing home. A business
crowd might prefer a more streamlined performance. A younger crowd may prefer a show that is a little more risqué. You decide
and Jim will deliver.
Children
& Adults
Very often an audience has a combination of adults and children. Jim has mastered the ability to present a show that
will entertain all audiences. Jim's magic will amaze any mind (we're all children at heart anyway). The comedy is a mix of
slapstick, puns, one-liners, clean enough for the kids but sophisticated enough for the adults. Unless you just hate fun,
I guarantee you'll be tickled by the show!
Show Length
Jim can customize a show for your particular needs. A typical "act" lasts about 40 minutes. However, a show can last
for as little as 15 minutes or as long one hour. He also performs what is called "strolling magic" (see next section) which
can last for several hours. It all depends on your needs and wants.
"Strolling" Magic
Strolling magic is a wonderful form of close-up entertainment. This is where the magician "strolls" through a crowd,
perhaps in a restaurant or large party. It is ideal for situations where it is not practical to set up a "stage" act. The
magician is close-up and more intimate because the size of the immediate audience can range from approximately 1 to 10 people.
It doesn't matter. It brings out a very powerful and comical side of Jim. Sometimes people will have a "stage" show (see next
section) followed by strolling magic, or vice versa. It's up to you. Strolling magic may be perfect for these situations:
restaurants, weddings, house parties, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, retirement parties, graduation parties, etc.
"Stage" Magic
This style of performance is more formal in that there is a stage area facing a seated audience. Often it is a real
stage with lights and sound; other times it is a cleared area of a living room or patio. This is an exciting show because
the power of a unified audience generates energy from Jim that always delivers great fun.
Private or Public Performances
Whether you are booking a show for your business or your private affair, Jim can meet your needs.