Frequently Asked Questions

Josh performs at weddings, corporate events, hens and bucks parties, and private celebrations across Melbourne and greater Victoria — from intimate close-up magic during cocktail hour to full feature shows for large corporate galas. Every performance is tailored to the specific event and audience.

Josh is the current Australian Champion of Magic and represented Australia at the World Championships of Magic (FISM) in Turin, Italy, ranking Top 12 in the world for Close-Up Magic. He's also a Guinness World Record holder, with 110+ five-star Google reviews and a personal endorsement from Teller, of Penn & Teller.

Roving magic is close-up, interactive entertainment where Josh moves through your guests in small groups — perfect for cocktail hours and networking. A feature show is a dedicated performance for the whole room together, ideal as a headline moment after dinner or during formalities. Many events combine both.

Pricing depends on format, duration, and guest numbers. Roving magic and feature shows both start with flexible packages to suit your event and budget — get in touch with your event details for a tailored quote.

Look for a genuine track record across your specific event type, verified reviews, proper public liability insurance, and clear, professional booking communication.

Yes — Josh regularly performs at hens and bucks parties across Melbourne, with a style that reads the room and leans into the fun, social energy of the night while keeping the magic genuinely world-class.

Yes. Josh's corporate performances are polished, sharp, and entirely work-appropriate — engaging for senior executives and diverse teams alike.

Both. Josh's performances blend world-class sleight of hand with genuine mind-reading and mentalism, tailored to what suits your event best.

Peak wedding season and December corporate dates typically book out 6-12 months ahead. If your date is set, it's worth enquiring early to check availability.

Yes — Josh is Melbourne-based and available for events across Victoria and nationally, including recent interstate bookings.

Yes, Josh holds current public liability insurance, with certificates available on request for corporate venues and event coordinators.

Josh Staley is the current Australian Champion of Magic and represented Australia at the World Championships of Magic, ranking Top 12 in the world for Close-Up Magic. He performs roving close-up magic and feature shows at weddings across Melbourne and Victoria.

The most popular time is cocktail hour, while photos are being taken. Josh can also perform during the ceremony arrival, table to table during dinner, or as a feature show after dinner — tailored entirely to your run sheet.

Yes — Josh's style is genuinely interactive without ever putting anyone on the spot, and works beautifully across every age group at the table.

Yes, completely. Whether your event has a tight, fixed schedule or a more relaxed flow, Josh works around your run sheet — not the other way around. Roving magic slots naturally into drinks, networking, or dinner without needing its own dedicated time, and feature show timing can shift to fit around speeches, awards, or other key moments.

A traditional MC keeps the night moving. A Magic MC does that too — but weaves genuine magic and mentalism directly into the hosting itself, turning transitions, introductions, and even award announcements into memorable moments rather than just administrative ones. You get professional hosting and world-class entertainment in one.

Yes. From incorporating your product into a reveal or transformation effect, to tailoring routines around your company's story or milestone, Josh works with you ahead of time to build moments that feel genuinely relevant to your event — not a generic act dropped into your night.

Roving close-up magic works brilliantly in loud, high-energy environments — it's performed in small groups, right in front of guests, so background noise rarely gets in the way. For a feature show specifically, a quieter moment or a basic PA system helps the whole room follow along, and Josh can advise on what your venue will need once you've got a booking confirmed.

No. Josh performs world-class comedy magic and mentalism — not a strip act. It's cheeky enough to be genuinely fun, and classy enough that nobody in the group feels awkward, making it a great alternative or add-on to whatever else you've got planned.

Yes — Josh reads the room and tailors the tone accordingly, so the performance works beautifully whether it's a rowdy group of mates or a mixed crowd including family members.

Yes — if they're up for it, Josh weaves the bride or groom-to-be directly into the performance, creating a personal, unforgettable moment that becomes the story of the night.

Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, engagement parties, family reunions, retirement celebrations, and any private gathering worth making special — if it's a celebration, Josh can tailor a performance to fit.

Yes — Josh's style genuinely appeals across generations, from young children through to grandparents, making it ideal for mixed-age family celebrations.

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.

No — close-up magic needs no stage, no microphone, and no technical setup at all. It fits into whatever space you've got.

Most Melbourne awards nights and galas find that a 30-minute feature show fits perfectly right after main courses are cleared — the ideal headline moment before speeches wrap up or the dance floor opens.

Both genuinely work well — it depends on your event's structure. Josh can help you decide what flows best for your specific event.

Yes — Josh offers full event hosting, from greeting guests at arrival through to closing announcements, with magic woven throughout.

No — your celebrant conducts the ceremony itself. Josh hosts the reception, from arrival through to the final farewell.

Magic requires genuine collaboration and out-of-the-box thinking to pull off — it's an activity people actually remember, not just another forced icebreaker.