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Ethan Smith: Magician & Mentalist

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$350
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Responds in about 24 min


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About
Impossible moments. Real connections. I am a magician and mentalist who creates interactive, unforgettable experiences through a blend of sleight of hand and mind reading. My performances are built around one simple idea: magic is most powerful when it brings people together. I specialize in creating shared moments of genuine wonder that turn groups of strangers into a connected audience. I offer walk-around, close-up, and parlor-style performances for private and public events of all kinds—from house parties and birthdays to engagement celebrations, weddings, corporate functions, fundraisers, and everything in between. My style is modern, approachable, and highly interactive, with magic that happens inches from your guests’ eyes and often in their own hands. I’ve been studying and performing magic for over 20 years, beginning with shows for friends and family. That early love for small, intimate performances never left me, and it continues to shape the way I perform today. Whether I’m entertaining a handful of guests or a packed room, I focus on creating personal, meaningful moments that feel spontaneous, authentic, and impossible. My work has been trusted by corporate and business clients including General Motors, Bain Capital Ventures, Shopify, Citizens Bank, Plymouth Rock Insurance, VEG Pet ER, NY Design Center, and Bolero Snort Brewery. I’ve worked with Allied Global Marketing, performing for an entire theater at a special screening of “Now You See Me, Now You Don’t”, and have appeared at charity events such as Maya’s Hope Foundation’s Annual Lotus Ball and a fundraiser for the Monica & Richard Cohn Foundation. At its core, I believe magic is a form of connection—a way for people to share a moment of surprise, laughter, and disbelief. Those moments of shared wonder are what guests remember long after the event is over.
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 61 times

Serves Clifton, NJ

Background checked

1 employee

2 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 pm - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2025

Services offered

Event type

Birthday party

Festival

Holiday party

Halloween

Type of magic

Stage show

Close up magic show

Walk around magic

Additional services

Doesn’t offer: Face painting, Balloon twisting

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Reviews

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

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Daniel K.

Feb 9, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Birthday party • Walk around magic • 11 - 20 guests • 18 or older • Restaurant

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Devin C.

Jan 16, 2026

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Ethan was absolutely incredible and truly the highlight of our corporate party. We had about 100 guests with a mix of kids and adults, and he nailed it for every age group. He spent a lot of time doing walk-around magic, which was perfect for keeping people engaged throughout the event, and then capped it off with a short show that completely blew everyone away. The reactions were nonstop — laughter, shock, and people talking about his tricks all night. Everyone loved him. He was professional, entertaining, and incredibly talented. I can’t recommend Ethan enough if you want something memorable that genuinely elevates your event.

Details: Holiday party • I'm flexible • 41 - 70 guests • 18 or older • 11 - 14 years old • Private residence (indoors)

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Sean K.

Feb 21, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

You will read a lot of reviews and you may want to be like "it can't be THAT good"...but my words pale in comparison to what Ethan brings to a celebration. He was INCREDIBLE. My wife loves magic and he made our night one we will never forget. He is worth EVERY penny and more. I would go as far as to letting this app let you contact me if you needed to hear from me on a phone call how much I loved this guy. I hope he makes your event as amazing as he made our night.

Details: Birthday party • Close up magic show • 11 - 20 guests • 18 or older • Private residence (indoors)

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Mary K.

Feb 13, 2026

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Ethan performed at my 34th birthday party and it was so so fun. We’re a bunch of magic lovers and people could not stop raving about how good it was. Would absolutely recommend Ethan - 10/10!

Details: Birthday party • Close up magic show • 11 - 20 guests • 18 or older • Private residence (indoors)

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Michelle G.

Feb 3, 2026

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Ethan was the absolute hit of my husband’s 40th birthday party! He completely blew everyone’s minds. People were still talking about his tricks long after the party ended! Professional, engaging, and seriously impressive. I’m so glad we had him there and would 100% book him again.

Details: Birthday party • Walk around magic • 21 - 40 guests • 18 or older • Private residence (indoors)

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