Magic Stuart – As Seen in the News
Media Coverage and Press Features
Over the years, my magic shows (and my rabbit, Snowy!) have made quite a stir. From national newspapers to a spot on GB News, our story has been shared across the country. Here you’ll find a collection of articles and media features that showcase the fun, laughter, and a little bit of magic that children love.
When I’m not making headlines, I’m busy performing at children’s parties across Derbyshire – discover my party packages here.
National Newspapers .......
Magic Stuart and Snowy the rabbit have been featured in several national newspapers, highlighting the unique bond between entertainer and pet. These articles helped shine a spotlight on the lighter, magical side of children’s parties in Derbyshire and beyond.
Snowy the rabbit steals the spotlight in the papers.
Local entertainer Stuart Brown, known as Magic Stuart, says he was shocked when told he needed a £429 licence to use his rabbit Snowy. For years, Snowy has been a gentle highlight at the end of Stuart’s family shows, but now this much-loved pet has landed him in the news. As seen in the National Papers.
Snowy the rabbit steals the spotlight in the papers.
Derbyshire magician Magic Stuart has spoken out after receiving a £429 council bill for using his pet rabbit Snowy at children’s parties. Snowy isn’t trained to perform tricks but simply meets the children at the end of the magic show. Read about Magic Stuart and Snowy in The Daily Mail.
Snowy the rabbit making headlines across the UK.
For over 20 years, Magic Stuart has entertained thousands of families across Derbyshire. His pet rabbit, Snowy, is a gentle extra that delights children. Now, following a shock £429 licence demand from Derby City Council, Stuart’s story has made national headlines. Catch up with Magic Stuart and Snowy on Yahoo News
Snowy may have been in the spotlight, but the heart of what I do is entertaining children at birthdays and schools – learn more about my magic shows.
National newspaper feature about Magic Stuart’s children’s shows.
The much-loved Derby magician Magic Stuart has compared the licence fee for Snowy to “asking a child to pay the same as an adult at a restaurant.” Snowy is not a trained animal performer but a family pet, yet Stuart has been told he falls into the same category as large animal shows and menageries. Read all about it in Yahoo News info.
Snowy the famous rabbit, loved by children and now by the press too
The story of Magic Stuart and Snowy has travelled far beyond Derbyshire. With coverage in national newspapers and on GB News, the licensing row has given this local magician an unexpected moment in the spotlight. As featured on Instagram
Media attention shining on Snowy and his magical adventures.
For children across Derbyshire, the highlight of the party is meeting Snowy the rabbit. Yet despite being a gentle companion, Derby City Council insists Snowy is a “performing animal,” demanding a costly licence. Magic Stuart and Snowy find their way into The New York Post.
Press coverage of Derby entertainer Magic Stuart and Snowy.
Snowy is no circus act — he simply hops out to meet children before heading back to his hutch. But that hasn’t stopped Derby City Council from treating him as though he were part of a large travelling menagerie. Read all about it on AOL
If you’d like to see Snowy in person, he often makes a short appearance at my Derbyshire balloon modelling and party entertainment events.
Television Appearances .......
It’s not every day you find yourself on live TV! My brief appearance on GB News introduced Snowy to a nationwide audience and gave families a glimpse of the fun that children enjoy at my shows.
Magic Stuart and Snowy making their TV debut on GB News.
Derby magician Magic Stuart has found himself in the headlines after Derby City Council demanded a £429 licence fee for his beloved rabbit, Snowy. Despite entertaining families across Derbyshire for over 15 years, Stuart argues Snowy isn’t a trained animal — just a friendly pet that children adore meeting at the end of his shows. As seen on X GB News
A snapshot from my TV interview about children’s party fun.
Snowy the rabbit is not dangerous, not trained, and not part of the magic tricks — but Derby City Council has still insisted Stuart must pay for a licence. The story has sparked debate nationwide, with many agreeing that Stuart’s situation highlights unfair treatment of small local entertainers. Magic Stuart and Snowy appeared on Talk TV.
Snowy the rabbit bringing a little magic to the media.
Stuart Brown, known locally as Magic Stuart, says Snowy only ever appears for a few minutes to greet the children. The demand for a £429 exhibition licence has left many questioning if common sense has been lost. Find us on MSN complete with video.
Snowy the rabbit appears on Facebook
Parents, teachers, and local residents have rallied behind Stuart, calling the licence requirement unnecessary and unfair. Snowy, they say, is a pet — not a performer — and should never fall under costly council restrictions. Find out what the fuss is about on Facebook.
Snowy the rabbit is a You Tube star
Snowy’s charm lies in his simplicity. He isn’t trained to perform tricks — he just brings smiles when he appears at children’s parties. Despite this, Derby City Council insists on an exhibition licence. Snowy on You Tube
Snowy and Magic Stuart on Daily Motion
Even with the licence row, Stuart remains committed to his passion for entertaining. For him, Snowy is part of the magic — a gentle presence that makes every show memorable. The council dispute has unexpectedly boosted Stuart’s profile. Families across the region are discovering Magic Stuart and Snowy, showing how even red tape can’t dampen the joy of children’s entertainment. Catch up with Snowy and magic Stuart on Daily Motion
Local Media ........
In addition to national features, local papers and community news outlets have covered my performances and the joy they bring to children’s events across Derby, Derbyshire, and the wider Midlands.
Derbyshire parties in the spotlight thanks to Magic Stuart and Snowy.
Snowy has become more than just a family pet — he’s a symbol of childhood wonder at Magic Stuart’s shows. Now, this lovable rabbit is also at the centre of a licensing battle that has sparked public outrage. Full article in The Derby Telegraph.
Featured in the national press as Derby’s favourite children’s entertainer.
Snowy the rabbit has become the centre of a licensing row after Derby City Council said Magic Stuart must pay £429 to keep bringing his pet along to magic shows. Stuart insists Snowy isn’t part of the act but simply a calm companion that brings joy to children during birthday parties and community events. As featured on ITVX
Local Derbyshire news highlighting the magic of Stuart and Snowy.
Snowy, the white rabbit loved by children across Derby, is at the centre of a council licensing dispute. Magician Stuart Brown, better known as Magic Stuart, says Snowy is “not trained at all” and only comes out for a few minutes to greet the kids, yet the council insists on a costly exhibition licence. The Derbyshire Times story in full.
Snowy at the heart of a magical news story loved by families.
Charity events, school shows, and birthday parties across Derbyshire have all been brightened by Magic Stuart and his friendly rabbit Snowy. But now, this feel-good addition has led to a £429 licensing row that has put Stuart in the spotlight in both local and national press. Here we both are in The Press Reader.
Sharing the stage (and the headlines) with my magical rabbit Snowy.
From school assemblies to birthday parties, Snowy has brought laughter to thousands of children. But instead of celebrating this, the council’s stance has left many questioning why small entertainers are being penalised. Magic Stuart and Snowy in The Daily Express.
Children’s magician Magic Stuart pictured with Snowy the rabbit.
Derby magician Stuart Brown says Snowy brings joy, laughter, and comfort to children, especially those with life-limiting illnesses. Despite this, the council has classed him as “keeping and training animals for exhibition.” The fee has been widely criticised as excessive, shining a light on how small entertainers are treated. Find out all about it on MSN
Derbyshire balloon modelling and party entertainment events
The publicity has been amazing, but the real joy comes from bringing laughter to families. Find out more about my children’s entertainment services or get in touch to book your event.
.png)
