Stephen Cody
Magician Stephen Cody is one of Boston Party Makers most in demand Magicians. The excitement and entertainment behind Mind Blowing Magic.
Having performed professionally since 1993 he has increasingly entertained audiences throughout the New England area.
Stephen thrives by combining his witty personality and showmanship with unbelievable magic to create an incredible magic event that you and your guests will remember and enjoy.
Corporate
Custom build shows
Every audience is different, and every show is special, with your show being the more important. I will sit down with you, either in person or over the phone, ask you a few key questions about the age, gender and size of the audience to be performed for. Then we will discuss the type of event the show is for, and using my experience with thousands of shows, we will develop a custom tailored show. Whether it is a bachelor party or bar mitzvah, nursery school or nursing home, I can design a show that will be fun and entertaining, yet guaranteed to maintain the dignity and set the mood that you desire.
Walk around magic
Yeah, its that David Blaine stuff, but with a comical twist and my own personality. Cards, coins, ropes and mind reading along with other small compact tricks are brought to groups of two to five guests at a time. This is up close and personal in-your-face good time magic. Imagine having an object appear in your hand, or seethe look on your guests face as I make hundreds of tiny objects appear and disappear at my whimsy. This is my personal favorite type of magic to perform, as I get to interact with your guests and improvise the comedy to their reactions and comments. This is great for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, holiday parties and more. Call today for details.
Mind reading
I know what you are thinking & get it!!! Jeez, I crack me up! But seriously, you are thinking, "Can he really read minds?" Well you are going to have to be the judge. Although I don't do a specific mentalism act, I do incorporate mentalism in almost every show. Whether it is guessing your guests dates of birth, selected card or any number of other predictions and presentations, you and your guests will be left speechless, at first, and then they won't be able to stop talking. Call me for more information today.
Small stage shows
Having a kids party and want to end the day with all your hair and most of your sanity intact? Then this is the choice for you. For instance, a typical three-hour birthday party will have a great 45-60 minute magic show. When you add up the time it take to have the kids arrive, settle down, do my magic show, then have you do the games, cake and presents, that only leaves about 7 nonconsecutive minutes where the kids can get in trouble. An absolute must for all birthdays.
Having an adult party and want to impress your guests? Looking for a dignified and serious show? Then I am NOT your guy. Absolutely immature, hilarious, comical and interactive, but completely respectful of whatever limits you set for the tone of the show. My knee slapping, sidesplitting comedy along with bad puns will keep them entertained for about an hour. Call me and we can talk about what I can do for you.
Escapes
I have escaped from straight jackets, ropes and hand cuffs, and although just a portion of my regular small stage show, it may be the portion you talk about the most, especially if you are the one that gets to tie me up!
Kids
Birthdays
Everyone has one (although some don't admit it) and everyone remembers the ones when they were kids. It is a special day that brings family and friends together with cake and ice cream..... presents, presents, presents!!! So, you love your kids and want to give them a super special birthday, but the image of a pinata conjures up images of insurance claims and replacement windows. How about a magic show? Think about it. Done thinking? Then I bet you are terrified of the idea of wrangling 50 screaming out of control 7 year olds for the entire 3 hours of your party. Hiring a funny, fun and entertaining professional to take the burden away for an hour or so seems like a great idea now doesn't it. You get to maintain your sanity while you sit in the kitchen with the other parents and sip a latte in complete serenity. Each small stage birthday show is custom built for your party, taking into consideration the age, gender and number of children. Special attention is placed on the age and maturity level of the children, so older children are not treated like little kids, and younger children have magic that they can understand as well. I guarantee a lot of audience participation including the parents and the birthday child. Call and book a show today!
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Talk about a stressful party to plan. This is second only to a wedding in terms of import parties. You are going to shell out serious money to give your child the party they so richly deserve. And don't forget, you have to impress the 300 invited friends, family and other invited guests. Not to mention find some form of entertainment that your child's friends will find interesting, without treating them like children. With thousands of shows under my belt, I have the experience to match the right trick with the right children, and the ability to set the mood that respects the diverse age group that will be represented at the party. I also take special care to maintain the dignity and respect that this important religious occasion deserves. Call today and we can discuss your options for a variety of custom built walk around and stage shows.
Fundraisers
Lets face it, the belt is getting tight, and it's only getting tighter. Your group has to do more with less. Your people have already mentioned car washes (good luck finding volunteers) and an auction (plenty of stuff to sell, but no one shows up to buy it) Why not have a great family magic show at a hall, school or church. You can sell tickets to the magic show, and while you have a captive audience, have a small auction and of course don't forget the bake sale. You can sell cookies, cake and soda for that little bit of extra cash. Call today for and we can discuss your needs and goals in order to build a custom built show, and get more advice from a fundraising expert.
I know Santa!!
The big guy in the red suit and I are real close friends. I have known him since I was a kid. In fact, we are so close he had me pick out his brand new $3500.00 high quality red velvet suit with genuine faux fur and custom made leather boots, not to mention a nice belt, gloves and glasses to round out the ensemble. One of the nicest outfits you will ever see, and you can see it anytime of year. Call ahead very early for the Christmas season as he books up very fast, and very early. Santa is available for promotions (standing around and waving), walk through visits, and traditional seated meet and greets. Santa is great fun for children, and a great laugh and morale booster for your employees. Call today to see what Santa can do for you.
Adults
Birthdays
Everyone has one (although some don't admit it) and everyone remembers the ones when they were kids. It is a special day that brings family and friends together with cake and ice cream.....presents, presents, presents!!! So, you love your kids and want to give them a super special birthday, but the image of a pinata conjures up images of insurance claims and replacement windows. How about a magic show? Think about it. Done thinking? Then I bet you are terrified of the idea of wrangling 50 screaming out of control 7 year olds for the entire 3 hours of your party. Hiring a funny, fun and entertaining professional to take the burden away for an hour or so seems like a great idea now doesn't it. You get to maintain your sanity while you sit in the kitchen with the other parents and sip a latte in complete serenity. Each small stage birthday show is custom built for your party, taking into consideration the age, gender and number of children. Special attention is placed on the age and maturity level of the children, so older children are not treated like little kids, and younger children have magic that they can understand as well. I guarantee a lot of audience participation including the parents and the birthday child. Call and book a show today!
Fundraisers
Lets face it, the belt is getting tight, and it's only getting tighter. Your group has to do more with less. Your people have already mentioned car washes (good luck finding volunteers) and an auction (plenty of stuff to sell, but no one shows up to buy it) Why not have a great family magic show at a hall, school or church. You can sell tickets to the magic show, and while you have a captive audience, have a small auction and of course don't forget the bake sale. You can sell cookies, cake and soda for that little bit of extra cash. Call today for and we can discuss your needs and goals in order to build a custom built show, and get more advice from a fundraising expert.
Corporate Events
Either you are the boss, or the boss chose you to pick the entertainment for the upcoming super important summer/retirement/holiday etc. party. It's all on you. Blow it and your reputation is shot. That is why you are going to hire me! Make that potentially boring corporate function something that you, your clients and co-workers will be talking about (in a good way) for a long time to come. You have many options for magic depending on the type of event you are planning including walk around magic, close up, and small stage shows. Prior to your event, we will discuss the details of your party, go over the choices of show types, analyze the audience to be entertained and determine your vision for the flow of the party all to create a custom build show unique to your event. Depending on the show type, there is a great potential of putting good natured CEO's and managers on the spot as my assistant &that is, only if they have a sense of humor. Guaranteed fun for all!
Reunions
So you are getting together will all the people you have successfully avoided the other 364 days this year. Get me in there and I can distract a few of them for a bit during the party. Either with close up magic, walk around or a full small stage right in your living room or event hall. Your guests will be entertained with a variety of comical tricks, and feats of mind reading that will leave them scratching their heads. Prior to your party we will discuss your goals in order to custom build a party uniquely tailored to your event. Everyone is guaranteed to have their minds blown!
Holiday parties
Everyone has their favorite holiday. For many it is Christmas (I know Santa), Hanukkah or New Years, for others it is Halloween or the Fourth of July. Mine is Superbowl Sunday (Trust me, it's a serious holiday at my house). Whether it is a corporate event, or a private party; adults, families or kid; whatever the audience whatever the holiday, I can custom build a show that will leave your guests begging for an invitation to next years party even before they leave this years. Call today and we can discuss what type of show will be best for you. Whether you choose walk-around magic or a small stage show, I guarantee you will be a happy host!
Weddings
Congratulations!! You're getting married!! You are dropping tons of money on the reception, and while you are getting your photos taken with love of your life, all your guests are running up your tab on the open bar cocktail hour.
But you thought ahead and brought a secret weapon. ME! You see, I show up, do a bunch of walk-around magic and distract them with blinding wit, unbelievable feats of mind reading and jaw dropping close-up magic that will have your guests thinking that they drank enough. Prior to your wedding, we will discuss details, preferences and requests all to custom build a unique performance tailored exactly as you like it. Special care is taken with regards to religious, social and environmental preferences. My performance is guaranteed to set the mood for the reception party yet to come.
Satistfied Clients
Testimonials:
Client: Sardelli
Date:9/20/06
Event: Corporate outing
Service: Magician
Entertainer: Steve Cody
Please rate the following categories from 1 to 5, with 5 being "Excellent" and 1 being "Poor".
Appearance: 5
General Ability Level: 5
Expectation Level (did the performer live up to your expectations): 5
Promptness: 5
Comments: Very good Magician with a sense of humor.
Client: Michelle Lombardo
Date: 5/5/07
Event: Communion
Service: Roving Magician
Entertainer:Steve Cody
Please rate the following categories from 1 to 5, with 5 being "Excellent" and 1 being "Poor".
Appearance: 5
General Ability Level: 5
Expectation Level (did the performer live up to your expectations): 5
Promptness: 5
Comments: Steve was great the kids loved him and followed him around from table to table. He was fun for the adults too. With the set up at the Alpine as is was, he was the perfect choice for entertainment, as going table to table worked out great.
Doing business w/ Boston Party Makers was also a pleasure extremely professional and courteous.
I was extremely pleased and would recommend Steve and also the services of Boston Party Maker to family and friends w/out hesitation.