Tony Borders

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This is a variety show! Tony brings comedy, magic, and ventriloquism to your birthday party! He is a full-time professional doing school assemblies, libraries, and churches on other days, but on Saturdays you're likely to find him entertaining at a birthday party. I love the thought that the children will remember this birthday for years to come. They will get to laugh at the puppet jokes, interact with the animals, and participate in the magic tricks. This makes it truly memorable.

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Hired 57 times

1 employee

30 years in business

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Type of magic

Stage show

Close up magic show

Walk around magic

Event type

Birthday party

Festival

Holiday party

Halloween

Additional services

Face painting

Balloon twisting

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Kim S.

Jun 26, 2017

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Hired on Thumbtack

Tony is magic! He entertained the children at our party, but the adults were captivated, too! I'm beyond pleased. He has a lovely personality, and connects with the kids nicely while keeping them mesmerized, and dropping educational gems. We were primarily interested in his ventriloquist skills, but found the magic was also wonderful. I'd hire him again in an instant. Tony was very responsive in getting a quote to me quickly, confirming prior to the party. Thank you!

Tony Borders's reply

Thank you for the kind words! I had a great time! I try to bring both magic and puppets and let the kids decide which they want to see next. It usually ends up half and half, but I could tell they really liked the puppets.

Magician

Johmar G.

Jan 31, 2014

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Hired on Thumbtack

Tony did a wonderful job entertaining our daughter's guests at her Wonderful World of Disney 1st Birthday Party. His magic was truly magical, his puppet show/props were wonderful, and the grand finale at our daughter's 1st Birthday Party was something that every person, child and adult alike, will remember forever. Thank you Tony for making our daughter's 1st Birthday something we'll truly remember for the rest-of-our-lives.

Tony Borders's reply

I have told several people about the wonderful decorating you had for your party! Wow! After the show I went back in and wandered around just to admire the different themes at tables and all the people who came in Disney costumes!

Magician

Sonia V.

May 21, 2016

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Hired on Thumbtack

This was the first time hiring a magician it was exciting and enjoyed the magic trick and the puppet friends he brought out. Parents liked how he had the kids participate in the magic tricks. It was so much fun and so many laugh...will hire again....this was for my son 8 year old birthday party and he loved it

Magician

Crystal A.

Mar 21, 2015

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Hired on Thumbtack

Tony Borders was fantastic at our preschool's Family Night event. He had the adults and the children laughing and brought a touch of magic and fun to our evening. He was also a joy to work with.

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Erika S.

May 26, 2014

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Hired on Thumbtack

I was sorry to hear that Anthony had an accident the morning of the show which landed him in the hospital. It was very impressive that he made every effort to find us a replacement so the children would not be disappointed. The Gentleman that showed up in his place was funny and did a great job with the children. We were glad that he was able to make it. I hope Anthony's injuries are healing and perhaps we are going to have another opportunities to see his show.

Tony Borders's reply

Thank you. I had 2 broken fingers and 2 sprained toes from a fall on my own stairs! I was able to get back to doing ventriloquism and limited magic a few days later. Philip Hicks of www.amerryheart.com filled in for me. His comedy is based on his audience's age and is always clean and fun!

Puppet Show Entertainment

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Very simple for private parties! $185 in Sacramento County or $200-225 in surrounding counties. Public shows begin at $300.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was president of the Elk Grove Magician's Circle for two years. I also teach (and learn) at puppet conventions nearly every year. I was coordinator for the International Ventriloquists' Dream Team for two years.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I saw a puppet show at the age of 12 and loved it! Four years later I helped the puppeteer and his wife at my home church. They gave me a puppet and I have used puppetry for education and entertaining ever since.

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