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Eric Henning's Old-Fashioned Magic

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For Close-up Magic, Eric can set up a Magic Lounge where people gather, or he can mingle with your guests. It's amazing what Eric can do right under your nose! For After-Dinner Entertainment, Eric's show is filled not only with jaw-dropping magic, but also with humor. Think "Johnny Carson" not "comedy club." Eric treats all audience members with the utmost courtesy and respect, and they leave the stage empowered and delighted. I love watching kids feel grown-up and adults feel like kids again!
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Hired 7 times

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54 years in business

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Linda G.

Dec 16, 2013

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The Southern Maryland District, American Legion Auxiliary, Department of MD hired Eric Henning for a Christmas Old-Fashioned Magic Show on Sunday, December 15, 2013 for entertainment at the annual Christmas Party in Lusby, MD. The Ladies, plus one Legionnaire, enjoyed the show very much and thought the show was "amazing." Audience participation was well responded, and everyone seemed to enjoy the show which was geared to the audience. We would recommend the show to other American Legion groups, including adults and children. Thank you Eric for a great show! Linda Green Southern MD District President, American Legion Auxiliary, Department of MD, Inc.
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Jeff Y.

Apr 7, 2014

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Eric recently performed at my son's 9th birthday party. The performance lasted for one hour in our living room. Eric was incredibly pleasant, easy to work with, and very flexible on timing. The kids seems to have a great time, and we the parents enjoyed the comedy that was clearly aimed at the older generation!
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Mark J.

Oct 19, 2012

After seeing Eric perform at our elementary school’s Fall Festival, I knew I wanted to hire him for our neighborhood block party! The block party was an outdoor event in our cul-de-sac, and fortunately we had perfect weather. Eric’s audience was made up of kids of all ages (plus adults) and he adeptly adjusted to and involved each age group in his magic show. His illusions were high quality and performed with the right amount of humor, ensuring everyone had a great time. Eric is a true professional and a wonderful entertainer. Booking him for the event was very easy (by email), plus good communication to answer questions that I had as the event date approached. I highly recommend Eric for providing amazing magical entertainment at your event too!
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Shobha D.

Jul 4, 2011

I took my grandsons to the Davis Library in Bethesda to see Eric Henning perform his majic and they absolutely loved the show! Eric had the adults and the children enthralled with his amazing tricks. He had everyone laughing and enjoying themselves and wondering--"How did he do that?!" There was balloon art, face painting, caricature drawing and music at Davis Library Day, but all the kids could talk about was how much they liked that cool majic man!
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Mark N.

Nov 14, 2012

We booked Eric last minute for our daughters 9th birthday party. It was fantastic. At the end of the show he taught the kids how to do three magic tricks which they really loved. I would highly recommend him.

FAQs

  • What types of customers have you worked with?

    Most of my shows are for family audiences; that is, groups where there are adults and children present, or who represent family-oriented organizations. I am equally at home at a Rotary banquet or a Cub Scout banquet; a corporate holiday party for 100 people or a holiday party for 600 children at a military facility. I can do an age-appropriate, fun and amazing birthday show for whether the "child" is turning 5 or 50! Do you want to know the secret? Come a little closer. Do you promise not to tell? Alright then. It's not about me - it's about YOU. You and your friends having amazing fun, laughing and sharing a magical experience. That's my goal every time.

  • Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

    I recently had the extraordinary privilege of performing for President and Mrs. Obama and the First Family at the White House Halloween party. I was contacted by the event producer just days in advance, and had less than 72 hours to think up, pitch, write, choreograph, rehearse and videotape an original piece of magic! I was asked to animate and levitate an object in full light and perform mere inches from the audience in the Green Room, which is quite cozy. The reactions were all I could hope for, and the President and Mrs. Obama were very gracious. It's hard to imagine anything in my magical career that will top this!

  • What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

    Start early! There are simply not enough quality entertainers to cover all the events in our area. The best ones book up very early. For a birthday party (adult or child) you want to book the entertainer at least 45-60 days in advance. For holiday parties and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, you want to book 4-6 months ahead. For example for a company holiday party in December, start booking in August.