World-class magic for birthdays, aniversaries, house parties, engagement party, family gatherings and everything in between.
Celebrations
Magic for the moments worth celebrating
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP MAGIC, BROUGHT TO YOUR CELEBRATION
WHY BOOK JOSH FOR YOUR CELEBRATION
Not every celebration needs a milestone number attached to it. A 21st, a 50th, an anniversary, engagement party, a family reunion, or just a Saturday worth making special — whatever you're celebrating, Josh brings the same world-class standard to all of it.
Josh Staley is the current Australian Champion of Magic, and represented Australia at the World Championships of Magic — ranking among the top 12 in the world for Close-Up Magic. He's also a Guinness World Record holder, with work personally praised by Teller, of Penn & Teller.
But credentials aside, here's what actually matters on the day: Josh reads the room instantly — whether that's a intimate family gathering of 15 or a milestone birthday with 60 guests — and delivers genuine astonishment that becomes the thing everyone's still talking about.
Why Families book Josh:
Genuinely suitable for every age in the room, from the birthday kid to the grandparents
Works beautifully at home, in a hired venue, or anywhere in between
Makes the guest of honour feel like the actual centre of attention
Interactive and fun without ever being awkward or forced
Scales naturally from an intimate gathering to a large milestone celebration
Backed by 110+ five-star reviews from real Melbourne families
Whether it's a landmark birthday or just a celebration that deserves to feel special, Josh brings the same genuine astonishment your guests will be talking about long after the candles are blown out.
Loved by families across Melbourne, with 110+ five-star reviews and counting.
Every Format. One World-Class Standard.
Close-Up
Magic
Intimate magic performed inches from your guests — Perfect for cocktail parties, informal gatherings, and mingling
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Feature
Show
A dedicated, high-energy performance bringing everyone together
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Magical MC &
Hosting
Professional hosting woven together with magic, from welcome to final toast
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Combined
Experience
Close-up magic during the mingling, a feature show to bring everyone together — the complete night, without having to choose.
LEARN MORE →What Families Say
"Josh was outstanding, both in his communications and his performance. He had the whole group enthralled, from the youngest to the more senior. There was much laughter and polite disbelief... would not hesitate to engage him again."
"Very impressed not only by the magic itself but by Josh's ability to match the energies of 10 rowdy girls at a birthday party. We raved about you after you left and will definitely be in contact if we ever need a magician again!"
"He left guests at my party in absolute awe. Even the most cynical and hard-to-impress amongst them were completely wowed and utterly entranced by his work... his preparation and care was second to none."
"We had a big friends Christmas party in Camberwell and everyone was not only in stitches with laughter but absolutely amazed at Josh's magic. Would highly recommend Josh for any future events."
"First time watching Josh Staley... and the whole table was just lost for words at how amazing and creative his show was. It was very interactive and the tricks were unexpected. A mind blowing, entertaining and a really fun show!!"
"Absolutely awesome performance, great banter and interaction with the audience. Josh really is a world class entertainer, never ceases to amaze."
Your Questions, Answered.
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Birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions, engagement parties, retirement celebrations, and any private gathering worth making special — if it's a celebration, Josh can tailor a performance to fit.
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Both. Close-up magic works beautifully for smaller, more relaxed celebrations, while a feature show suits larger milestone parties. Josh scales the format to fit your guest count and the feel of the day.
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Yes — many families choose to make the birthday person or guest of honour part of the performance itself, and Josh can also offer a private, exclusive moment just for them and their closest circle.
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Both — Josh performs at private homes, hired venues, and everywhere in between. No special setup or stage is required for roving magic.
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Pricing depends on format, duration, and guest numbers — get in touch with your event details for a tailored, no-obligation quote.
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Yes — Josh's style genuinely appeals across generations, from young children through to grandparents, making it ideal for mixed-age family celebrations.
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