Birthday Party Magic Show Info - Victoria Magician Donald Dunphy

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Hi, I’m Victoria Magician Donald Dunphy, and I help fill parties and events with Laughter, Smiles, and Amazement! Based on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, I perform Magic Shows and Balloon Twisting in Victoria and area, the Cowichan Valley and area, and beyond. 100+ Five Star Google Reviews. Show options and rates are below. Call me at 250-727-6505 to book a show.

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A fancy balloon hat for the birthday girl.

The birthday child floats as a part of the Super Deluxe Birthday Package.

Birthday Show References

I can't say enough amazing things about Donald's show. We had Donald perform at our son's 4th birthday party and we were absolutely amazed not only at his show but that Donald could keep the attention of 9x 3 & 4 year olds for the whole time AND kept the kids all well behaved and of course laughing! Our son probably gained a 6-pack of abs from all the laughing he did. The best part is, it's now been a few days after the show as I write this and our son is still talking about the show!
I should also mention all of the guests came up to me after to tell me how much fun they had, and that it was the best birthday party!
Donald was very professional and I appreciate his communication leading up to the show. I absolutely 110% recommend Donald for your next function!!
Tenille and Justin Villebrun
5-Star Google Review & Repeat Customer
Donald put on a fabulous show for my 8 year old's birthday! Both kids and adults enjoyed it all! This was our second party with Donald and we wouldn't hesitate to see him again! The children were certainly blown away by the floating child illusion! Thank you so much for the wonderful experience and for impressing my magic loving child.
Roxy Butler
5-Star Google Review & Repeat Customer
Donald put on an amazing show for my little guy's 4th birthday. Thank you so much!
Kirsten Bertrand
5-Star Google Review
Donald put on an incredible show for my daughter's 8th birthday! The kids are still talking about it and the adults loved it too! Highly highly recommend this show! Thank you so much, Donald.
Angela Thorneloe
5-Star Google Review
My son's birthday was extra special because of Donald's Magic Show. He is very professional and very detailed from the date I first talked to him to inquire about his show. My son and his friends really enjoyed the show and up to now my son is obsessed with doing magic too from Donald's gift (magic kit). He is highly recommended if you are looking to make your occasions extra special.
Jayvee De Castro
5-Star Google Review
Donald is professional and funny and the kids loved him! He was on time and communicated very well. I highly recommend his magic show.
Samuel Bernofsky
5-Star Google Review
Donald was a huge hit with the kids and put on a great show that was thoroughly enjoyed – thank you!
Jolene Kendrew
5-Star Google Review

About Donald's Birthday Shows

These rates are for children’s birthday party shows in Victoria and area, or the Cowichan Valley and area.

Call for rates for shows in other areas of Vancouver Island. (For example, fees for birthday shows in Nanaimo are +$100.)

I prefer to perform indoors. Outdoor shows only under certain conditions (call to discuss).

My children’s birthday party shows are ideal for children celebrating a 4th through a 10th birthday.

If you are planning a show for a different type of event, please check out my Family Shows options.

#1) Donald Dunphy’s REGULAR Package “Happy Birthday Magic Show”

A quick summary of the Regular Package:

*** Runs about 40 minutes total. ***

30-Minute “Happy Birthday Magic Show.” After the show, Balloons and Magic Postcards for all children (including birthday child). Fancy Balloon Hat for the birthday child. Fill your child’s party with laughter, smiles, and amazement!

If there are more than 15 children at the party, it will take me longer than 10 minutes to twist the balloon animals. The amount of time for balloons depends upon the number of children — call and ask.

A show comparison chart is below.

Note – I prefer to perform indoors. Outdoor shows only under certain conditions (call to discuss).

Regular Birthday Package – Up to 15 children (& up to 15 adults):	$250
Regular Birthday Package – 16 to 25 children (& up to 25 adults):	$275

Call and Discuss for Larger Groups.

#2) Donald Dunphy’s DELUXE Package “Happy Birthday Magic Show”

A quick summary of the Deluxe Package:

*** Runs about 40 minutes total. ***

30-Minute “Happy Birthday Magic Show” with Personalized Trick. After the show, Magic Wands, Balloons, and Magic Postcards for all children (including birthday child). Fancy Balloon Hat and Magic Kit for the birthday child. Fill your child’s party with laughter, smiles, and amazement!

A show comparison chart is below.

Note – I prefer to perform indoors. Outdoor shows only under certain conditions (call to discuss).

Deluxe Birthday Package – Up to 15 children (& up to 15 adults):	$300
Deluxe Birthday Package – 16 to 25 children (& up to 25 adults):	$340

Call and Discuss for Larger Groups.

#3) Donald Dunphy’s SUPER DELUXE Package “Happy Birthday Magic Show”

A quick summary of the Super Deluxe Package:

*** Runs about 60 minutes total. ***

Longer 45-Minute “Happy Birthday Magic Show” with Personalized Trick and Floating Birthday Child Illusion. After the show, Magic Wands, Balloons, and Magic Postcards for all children (including birthday child). Photo of Floating, Fancy Balloon Hat, and Magic Kit for the birthday child. Fill your child’s party with laughter, smiles, and amazement!

A show comparison chart is below.

Note – For the Super Deluxe Birthday Package, the magic show and balloons must be indoors. This show option is not available to be performed outdoors (safety during the floating child illusion & other reasons).

Super-Deluxe Birthday Package – Up to 15 children (& up to 15 adults):	$500
Super-Deluxe Birthday Package – 16 to 25 children (& up to 25 adults):	$550

Call and Discuss for Larger Groups.

Birthday Party Magic Show
Comparison Chart

#3) The SUPER DELUXE Package

60 Minutes total.

45-Minute Magic Show.

Personalized Magic Trick in show.

Floating Birthday Child Illusion in show.

Postcard for each child.

Balloon animal for each child.

Magic Wand for each child.

Balloon Hat for birthday child.

Magic Kit for birthday child.

Starting at $500.

#2) The DELUXE Package

40 Minutes total.

30-Minute Magic Show.

Personalized Magic Trick in show.

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Postcard for each child.

Balloon animal for each child.

Magic Wand for each child.

Balloon Hat for birthday child

Magic Kit for birthday child.

Starting at $300.

#1) The REGULAR Package

40 Minutes total.

30-Minute Magic Show.

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Postcard for each child.

Balloon animal for each child.

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Balloon Hat for birthday child

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Starting at $250.

Call Donald at 250-727-6505 (Victoria, BC) to book a show.

Frequently Asked Questions About Donald's Birthday Party Magic Shows

Q: Do I have to move anything for setup? What do I have to do?

A: Sit back and enjoy the show. I arrive about 10 to 15 minutes before the show start time to set up (after the show, it will take me about 10 minutes to pack down from the show). My Super Deluxe Show takes a bit longer to set up than my Regular or Deluxe shows, because there is extra equipment. I’ve performed hundreds of birthday shows in houses of all sizes, school classrooms, recreation centres, rental halls, etc. I’m self-contained, which means I don’t have to borrow a table. I bring my own suitcase, which converts to my show table. I simply need a small 6′ x 6′, or 6′ x 8′, performing area, and can help you move your coffee table, if necessary. I prefer to have my back to a wall, or at least have no one sitting behind me (including the adults). When people sit behind me, it causes a distraction for the audience and for me. If it’s a bright day, consider having me face the main window (with the audience nearer the window) or close the curtains behind me, so the kids can see the show.

Q: Are there animals in your show?

A: No, I don’t use live animals, which may make a mess in your home, or bite your child. My focus is more on the audience participation. I want the children to be the STARS of the show, not an animal.

Q: Do you do outdoor performances for children’s birthday parties?

A: In the summer months / warmer temperatures, outdoor shows are OK, as long as you discuss it with me when first booking your show. I have some preferences about the performing surface, where I’m supposed to set up my magic table (call to discuss), and which shows work best outdoors vs. indoors. Also, I have some expensive magic props that I don’t want damaged, so I won’t perform my magic show outdoors in rain (even a light rain), or when it’s really windy. Please let me know whether you have a back-up plan to have the show indoors, or if you plan to provide a portable pop-up tent / canopy to perform under.

Generally speaking, I prefer indoor shows, but I still do some outdoor shows. For outdoor shows, some problems include wind, heat, water, uneven performing surface, balloons popping too easily, etc. I can’t perform the Floating Child Illusion outside on the grass at a birthday party for safety reasons (must be done on a level floor indoors, or on a level deck).