Why Book Magic Stuart?
The 100% Stress-Free Entertainment Guarantee for Parents & Organisers
Stuart Brown - Derby Children's Entertainer
Putting Your Celebration in Safe, Professional Hands
Choosing the right children's entertainer isn't just about finding someone to fill an hour on a Saturday afternoon. It is about investing in the absolute peace of mind that your guests will be thoroughly engaged, your timeline will run seamlessly, and the children will be talking about the experience for months. In the family event industry, you truly get what you pay for. A cheap hobbyist can quickly lead to a chaotic room, bored children, and highly stressed parents.
As a full-time, independent children's specialist based in Derby, I do not hide behind a faceless corporate entertainment agency or use unverified subcontractors. When you book me, you get me—backed by over 25 years of full-time, hands-on experience and thousands of successful celebrations across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Staffordshire. I handle every aspect of the performance myself, ensuring a premium, consistent standard of entertainment that part-time amateurs simply cannot match.
Clear Party Package Information
We keep things as simple as possible with clear information as to what is included on the party package prices for each option. Your Child's Birthday Only Happens Once a Year
Your Child Deserves a Birthday They'll Never Forget
You've planned the cake. You've sent the invitations. You've imagined your child's smile as they blow out the candles. But here's what keeps parents awake the night before: Will the entertainer actually show up? Will they keep 30 excited children engaged? Will this be the magical day you've dreamed of — or a stressful disaster you'll want to forget?
I understand that fear. Because in 40 years of entertaining children, I've heard the horror stories. The Entertainer who cancelled two hours before the party. The Bouncy Castle cancellation because of bad weather. The Magician who’s tricks didn’t work. That will never happen with me.
And you deserve to enjoy it — not spend the whole party stressed and worried. I'm not the cheapest option. I'm the safe one. The reliable one. The one parents choose when they refuse to gamble with their child's special day.
Book Your Stress-Free Party
Limited availability. Full-Time Professional vs. Part-Time Hobbyist: What’s the Real Difference?
Here is the exact, granular breakdown of what sets my professional mobile packages apart and why local families, schools, and venues trust me year after year.
As a full time childrens entertainer we have performed at many Childrens Birthday Parties, Carnivals, Weddings and Schools, Nurseries and Pre-schools .
When comparing entertainment options across the Midlands, it helps to understand what happens behind the scenes. Here is a transparent look at what a full-time investment delivers for your party layout:
Pacing and Adaptability: A part-time entertainer often relies on a rigid script. If the children become restless or a toddler wanders into the performance space, they panic. Because I perform hundreds of shows a year, I adapt live on the fly. If the energy in the room spikes, I switch to an upbeat game; if the children need a moment to settle, I transition into a captivating story illusion.
Industrial-Grade Sound & Equipment: I do not use cheap, tinny home Bluetooth speakers that get drowned out the moment 20 kids start laughing. My setups feature professional, crisp PA sound systems and wireless microphone rigs. This ensures my voice carries clearly over the chatter of a busy hall, maintaining complete control of the room without ever having to shout.
The Spotlight Focus: My performance philosophy is built on making the birthday child look like an absolute superstar. They aren't just a helper; they are the assistant magician who makes the primary illusions happen. However, I am equally sensitive to shy children. If your child prefers not to stand up in front of the crowd, I adjust the presentation so they feel incredibly special right from the safety of their front-row seat. The Behind-the-Scenes Checklist: Our Pre-Party Commitment
To guarantee that your event goes off without a single hitch, my booking process includes a rigorous checklist that handles the logistics before the party even starts:
Venue Verification: Once you provide your hall or venue name, I check my extensive internal logbook. If it’s a venue I've performed at before (like Chellaston, Mickleover, or Hilton Village Halls), I already know the electrical layouts, parking restrictions, and unloading zones.
Age-Calibrated Content: A 4-year-old's birthday requires slapstick comedy and colorful, visual magic. A 9-year-old's party requires complex sleight-of-hand and mind-boggling illusions. Your show's content is meticulously customized based on the age profile of your guest list.
Direct Communication Lines: No dealing with automated systems or unhelpful call centers. You have direct phone and email access to me throughout the weeks leading up to your party to discuss timeline shifts, headcount changes, or venue updates.
Fully Inclusive Entertainment for All Children
Stuart is often asked to do shows for special needs children and this is no problem at all. He can easily adjust the show to suit their requirements and especially your son or daughter no matter what their special needs are. Simply let him know at the time of booking.
What Real Local Parents Say
"Booking Stuart was the best decision we made for our son's 6th birthday. He took complete control of 25 hyper children in a large village hall, leaving us free to actually talk to the other parents, hand out drinks, and organize the party food. He was punctual, professional, and the live rabbit appearance absolute blew the kids away. Worth every single penny!"
— Sarah T., Birthday Party in Mickleover, Derby
Let’s Make Your Upcoming Party Effortless
Magic Stuart is still the only Derbyshire based full party childrens entertainer. The parties are high energy from start to finish with non stop fun, providing children of all ages with exceptional party entertainment that they'll be buzzing about for weeks after.
Don't gamble your child's milestone celebration on an unreliable setup or an inexperienced hobbyist. By choosing a certified, full-time professional, you are securing a polished, hilarious, and completely self-contained entertainment package that lets you step back, relax, and genuinely enjoy the day alongside your child.
Please use our Online Enquiry Form to see if your party date is open, secure an accurate quote for your specific location, and bring a touch of real magic to your guests! High-Energy Entertainment from Start to Finish
This very informative website fully explains what is provided for your event and what you will expect. Stuart is not a part time entertainer nor a hobbyist but a full time and totally professional childrens entertainer who will provide your event with entertainment suitable for children of all ages.
You Know Exactly Who You're Booking
On this website there are some photos of Stuart and this is who you will be booking. There are websites that work as agents and don't include a photo of the entertainer as they have several people working for them, all going under the same name and so you will never know who you will be getting and most importantly how good, or bad, they are.
Flexible Party Packages to Suit Your Needs
Whatever the occasion we offer varied party packages that you can choose from or we can work with you to suit your requirements. School Show Entertainment
Stress-Free Party Planning
Magic Stuart is a full party Childrens Entertainer so with a Birthday Party for example all you would have to organise is the party food, venue and decorations which will enable you to have a stress free time to enjoy the party too.
Free Party Resources Included
To save you time and expense we can even supply you with FREE Party Invites that you can print off and use. Plus why not print off the FREE clolouring sheet that can be found on the same page. Proven Track Record of Success
We provide a childrens entertainment party package deal with full party entertainment for private parties every year, more than any other Midlands based company and we are only able to do this by providing a first rate, quality, reliable and affordable service that is excellent value for money. Full details of all the childrens entertainment party package deals can be found on the Prices Page. If required, we can discuss your individual requirements in detail to ensure we fully understand your event and what you want from your entertainment.
Hiring a childrens entertainer is a great way to ensure yourself a stress free and fun filled time for your child's Birthday Party or that special occasion, wedding, fun day, fete or carnival . Snowy The Magic Rabbit
Meet Snowy - The Real Star of the Show
We are often asked about the rabbit that is used in the magic show. He is called Snowy and is a Netherland Dwarf rabbit, a popular breed of domestic rabbit originating from the Netherlands. Our rabbit is pure white with red / pink eyes.
A Well-Cared-For and Friendly Rabbit
We have had Snowy from when he was a baby and he is handled every single day, this is why he is extremely tame. He likes children to stroke his soft fur and all the children get to meet him at the end of the party. Parents are quite welcome to take photos of Snowy with their son or daughter at the end of the party or event.
Snowy's Home Life and Care
At home, Snowy has a large clean cage and has a run in the garden, he also comes inside too and is a fun and friendly rabbit. Snowy has not and never will be "trained or taught" to do anything and as he is handled every day he's used to people being around him. He is well looked after and cared for when not at a party.
Honest and Transparent Business Practices
Also, we do not operate a 'get what we can' pricing policy. All of our prices for the party packages, weddings, schools, fairs, workshops etc. are clearly shown on the Prices Page. No Hidden Identity - Full Transparency
Sadly, there are a lot of rogue entertainers out there who hide behind a reasonable looking web site. They don't advertise their contact details, they don't show any details of who's behind their company and there will be no photos of themselves and prices won't be clearly shown. We don't hide behind anything. You can see who we are and what you are booking and how much it will cost.
Kids Entertainment
Honest and Transparent Business Practices
This is the best place for children's entertainment. Children love Magic Stuart and his live rabbit, Snowy.
Voted Derbyshire's Favourite Magician
Voted, by parents, as Derbyshires favourite magician and full party host and organiser. From a small birthday party to a large scale event, everything is catered for to make sure that your event is a huge success from start to finish.
Over 30 Years of Professional Experience
As a childrens entertainer Stuart is one of Derby's busiest professional performers presenting the ideal magical solution that's tailor- made for your Birthday Party, Christmas Show, Easter Fair, Carnivals, Fairs, Restaurants, Residencies, Holiday camps and so much more.
With his sound knowledge of the entertainment business and 30 years experience gained performing in all types and sizes of venues, he is able to change his programme without difficulty, using original material to bring out the best from any occasion to offer you quality entertainment.
Ready to Book Your Magical Event?
You provide the children, venue and party food and Magic Stuart will provide everything else.
Why not give Stuart a call today or fill out the enquiry form and see what a magical time he can bring to your event.
So please look through this website and see for yourself why Magic Stuart is known as the leading full party children's entertainer in the Midlands.
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