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Darren Whichello
Oct 6, 20241 min read
Magical Moments: Capturing the Best Reactions at Events & Fun at Houdini's
Wow! Where has the year gone? It's been a while since I have been on here, and I'm pleased to say it's been a busy time magically! I've...
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Darren Whichello
Mar 17, 20241 min read
A Residency at Houdini's Magic Bar!
I'm very excited to announce I am now one of the resident Magician at the great Houdini's Magic Bar in Canterbury! My first night will be...
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Darren Whichello
Jan 28, 20241 min read
A busy start to 2024!
I'm really looking forward to entertaining all the guests at the upcoming European Casino Awards, wish me luck! I know I should not admit...
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Darren Whichello
Dec 30, 20231 min read
Goodbye to 2023! (Magic in 2023)
I can't believe another year has flown by so quickly! And 2023 has not been too bad! Quiet possibly my second busiest year, slightly up...
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Darren Whichello
Sep 23, 20233 min read
"Show me your best trick!"
I'm often asked "What is your favourite trick?" of maybe "Show me your best trick!" And I must admit that's a tough one! What is the best...
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Darren Whichello
Jun 11, 20232 min read
How much does a Magician charge?
So, how much does a Professional Magician charge! Now there's a question! And your'll be pleased to hear there is an answer too! As a...
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Darren Whichello
Apr 14, 20232 min read
Is it OK to perform at more than one gig in a day?
Should a Professional Magician perform at more than one gig in a day! Well, for me the simple answer has always been yes! From time to...
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Darren Whichello
Mar 8, 20231 min read
A Magical Wedding Proposal!
I had a great morning a couple of days ago being a part of a wedding proposal in Potters Fields next to Tower Bridge! It really was like...
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Darren Whichello
Feb 11, 20232 min read
Parlour Magic
I'm just in the process of putting together a little Parlour Magic Show! And I must say, I'm rather excited about it! So, what is Parlour...
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Darren Whichello
Feb 1, 20232 min read
I'm a bit of a sucker for the 3 Shell Game!
I do love the shells! And my New Years Resolution is to try to perform the wonderful 3 Shell Game at as many gigs as I can this year! On...
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Darren Whichello
Dec 24, 20221 min read
Merry Christmas!
YO-HO-HO! I finished my last event of the year last night - it was lovely getting together with Clare & Martin and all their friends! -...
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Darren Whichello
Nov 27, 20221 min read
St Paul's Cathedral
It was great fun performing at St Paul's Cathedral (for a corporate event) on Thursday evening. What an amazing venue! And a lovely crowd...
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Darren Whichello
Nov 11, 20222 min read
The London Magic Convention
Now, I'm not that big on clubs and societies so very rarely go to magic events but I must say that I really enjoyed the recent London...
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Darren Whichello
Oct 6, 20222 min read
The 3 Card Monte
I do love a Monte effect and think I have performed one at every booking I have ever done. They are fast and fun and really suit my magic...
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Darren Whichello
Sep 17, 20223 min read
My Magic Influences & favourite Magicians
I am now a busy professional Magician for hire but unlike pretty much every other Magician I did not get into magic as a young child. I...
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Darren Whichello
Sep 7, 20222 min read
BGT Called Me!
What a great week! I have just secured a residency at a wonderful new cocktail bar, a few minutes from home. I am very excited to...
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Darren Whichello
Sep 2, 20222 min read
Tips?
I really don't know what the correct protocol is regarding tips? Last week at Katie & Frederik's wedding over at MC Motors in Hackney (a...
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Darren Whichello
Aug 26, 20223 min read
A long hot summer of magic!
My name is Darren Whichello and I am a London based Close-Up Magician who specialises in fast & fun magic for parties, weddings & events...
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