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Happy April Fools' Day

The origins of April Fools' day are a mystery... to me. Because I didn't look it up. April Fools' day should be the National Magic...

Free Custom Birthday Magic Trick Video!

If your child's birthday party has been cancelled or postponed, I am creating custom, free, birthday magic trick videos for you to share...

Family Magic Matinee November

This is Starting to become a Thing After the incredible reception to the Family Magic Matinee in October, I have decided to make the show...

Easy Party Planning

Some people are born party planners; others are not. For those that are not naturals there are a few easy things you can learn from from...

Family Magic Show Matinee

Edd will be performing his family friendly magic show again in November. November 23, 2019, 3:00 PM The Newport Theater, 956 W Newport...

New Video!

It's My Brand New Kid and Family Show video As you may have seen me mention in other parts of my website the privacy of the children in...

Family Magic Show Matinee

Edd will be performing his family friendly magic show for 2 performances. October 5, 2019, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM Otherworld Theater, 3914 N...

Some Things I've learned over 20 years of doing family shows.

Many years ago I put together and shared a little booklet called "The Easy Birthday Guide." It was so long ago that the original ones...

What to look for in a party entertainer

When you are considering hiring an entertainer for your party there are a few things you need to be on the lookout for. Are they a full...

Know what you are getting

Try it before you buy it Any company that believes in its products will allow you to try them out. This can be in the way of a money back...

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