Darren Brand is an experienced magician and entertainer who has performed across the UK at everything from celebrity star-studded parties to weddings and private parties to corporate and business events. His close up magic is guaranteed to transform your celebration or event into a memorable one and will be talked about long after.

What do you need to know from an organiser in order to provide a comprehensive quote?

To receive an accurate quote and my availability please enter the date and add in the notes if your time needs to be exact or can be adjusted by one or two hours either way. Also, state if your date is fixed. It really helps if you can enter the number of guests. Would you like my close-up magic so it doesn't take over your complete party at once and entertains smaller groups at a time leaving your other guests to chat and mingle or would you like a Parlour Show where that commands the attention of your guests for some time. It is important to know if you are ready to book should the fees to your liking or just getting ideas together.

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

Before you choose your magician it is important to study and be supplied with videos of their previous work and make sure it is recent. This way you can get a good idea of the fun that people have with them and make sure that their personality is one that you desire. It would also be massively advantageous to yourself to be able to check out original reviews from other guests, spectators and customers. I for example have over 100 videos on YouTube for customers to look at so they can be 100% sure I am the right person for your celebration or event. Many of my videos include spectators and customers talking about how they felt when I was entertaining and what it brought to the event. I have also entertained just over 50 celebrities/public figures. I will be the most fabulous addition to your event complete and standing out from the rest.

Please tell us a little bit about how and why you started the business.

As a youngster, I was attracted to MAGIC and even did solo assemblies at school in front of everyone. I have always worked in customer-facing roles which have helped to build a unique style and entertaining face-to-face. MAGIC has always had my attention keeping me fascinated and intrigued by what it brings to peoples lives. I keep this in mind with my very own unique entertainment style which is delivered in a professional, personable and fun way.

Please tell us about a booking you've had through Add to Event, how did it go? Would you recommend us to others?

I have had a good number of bookings through Add to Event although not all of them get entered onto the system by myself. Add to Event is a great way to find products and services and gives you instant access to many. One of my most recent bookings through Add to Event was a last-minute booking as somebody had let the Bride and Groom down at the last minute so I stepped up to the mark and made their wedding complete and received a glorious review on one of my other online platforms. For me to consider your request I would like you to put as many details down as possible.