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A Filmmaker’s precision meets impossible sleight‑of‑hand. I show up in support of your event, align with your timeline, and elevate the room with no staging or AV. Memorable for guests, effortless for hosts.

Guest Connection: Turn crowded rooms into connected rooms. Shared moments, shared stories.
Zero‑Stress Coordination: I handle flow, you enjoy your own party.
Talk‑About‑It‑Tomorrow Moments: Visual, camera‑ready beats guests remember.

Sophisticated close‑up magic for weddings, team building events, corporate retreats, private parties, galas, cocktail hours…

A Filmmaker’s Eye, A Magician’s Hands:

Closeup Magic by Ethan Gordon

Let's Make Your Event Magical

"Ethan is such a professional. He knows how to keep the crowd engaged & on their toes! Always a pleasure watching him perform his magic!!"

-Melanie A.
"He came up to us at an event in Princeton and wowed us! So much fun!"

—Gilmar T.
"Ethan’s performances are engaging and full of surprises. I’ve been lucky enough to see him perform multiple times and I’m always amazed!"

-Taylor R.
"Ethan’s magic is next level."

-Max C.

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Get to know Ethan

Ethan has travelled in the world of magic for over two decades. He has performed in large theaters and at small dining tables. Ethan’s years of experience creating unforgettable memories can make your next event the one your guests will remember forever!

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Formats/Services Offered

Strolling magic brings close-up wonder right into your guests’ hands — the perfect touch of surprise for mingling events. Your guests will experience personalized moments of magic, creating lifelong memories. Ideal for cocktail hours, receptions, and large parties, strolling magic keeps energy high without interrupting the flow: intimate tricks for small groups, and seamless transitions that respect your event’s rhythm. Fill your event with laughter and applause by bringing Ethan’s magic to your guests.
Short on space but looking for big impact? Bring Ethan’s close-up magic to your home or event. Up close and impossibly personal, this show squeezes wonder into the palm of your hand. Sleight of hand, mind-bending moments, and a little mischievous charm collide to create the feel of full show at your own table (note: this show is designed to be presented at a table). Expect laughter, gasps, and those rare, delicious silences where the impossible feels completely inevitable.
Perfect for date nights, small parties, or anyone who believes magic should be felt — not just watched. Bring Ethan’s close-up show to your table, and your guests will remember your event forever.
Ethan’s magic can make your next event feel like a real theatrical experience: intimate, spontaneous, and packed with surprises. Gather your guests around as Ethan creates his own stage and demonstrates his sleight-of-hand skills and quick-witted storytelling, tailored on the fly to the mood and the people in the room. Expect close-up miracles that will have guests leaning forward, laughing, and whispering, punctuated by moments of theatrical flourish that make the ordinary feel impossible. Perfect for medium-sized gatherings that want something lively, memorable, and delightfully unscripted—this is magic that feels handcrafted for your crowd, one astonished reaction at a time.
A bespoke performance piece designed especially for weddings. The bride and groom join Ethan for an interactive piece of magic that leaves them with a keepsake they can cherish forever. Can be performed in front of guests, or privately for just the special couple.
NOTE: This is designed as an add-on package to Strolling Magic, and cannot be booked on its own.