

and Circus Workshop
The Magic Show
For example the magical content of the show is designed in such a way, that each routine includes, along with the magic, audience participation, funny situations, and visual comedy gags. The benefit is that all the children not only follow the magic, but thoroughly enjoy and laugh at the situation, even if they are not the chosen helper at that time. This is why I use a lot of sight or visual gags and jokes, because everyone can see it, and everyone becomes involved. And, of course, I usually give the birthday child (your child) the chance to come up and help. They are involved in all this, as it happens around them, and they have a little chance to be in the spotlight. The comedy and magic is centred around your child at this point and that helps them to feel even more special.
Also every child who helps with the magic, will receive a special gift from myself, which they can take home with them with my compliments.
CIRCUS WORKSHOP
Learn how to Juggle, Spin Plates and perform tricks using a Diablo. This workshop is perfect for schools and clubs. Both adults and children find this great fun.
Glitter Tattoos, Kids Discos and Adult Discos!
FIRST POINTS TO REMEMBER
Squeakers & Blowers are fun at the end of the party NOT at the beginning (or better still put in party bags) as these can be a big distraction and drive everyone up the wall.
Try and keep the mood calm and gentle before the party. It is easy for the birthday child's big day to be spoiled by becoming over excited and then tearful, especially when they are young. If this does happen, try to keep smiling. It will pass.
Party Room
We think that ideally you are best to book a hall or room for your party. When the party is finished, you can go back to a tidy home rather than spending hours tidying up and putting everything back in place.
If you do decide to have the party at home, try to remove chairs or put them to the side. Remove any breakable items and make sure sockets are covered. Remember that if you have booked entertainers, they will require a clear space to work in.
Party Food
The disposible table wear makes clearing away at the end easy. Also keep the food simple. Children are too excited to eat much, and they prefer crisps and nibbly things like nuggets and sausages etc. They might prefer that to sandwiches and rolls, which they probably had in their school lunchbox all week. Chocolate biscuits and little cakes are also favourites, and cartons of juice add to the simplicity too.
It is important also to have something organised that the children can do when they arrive. Not all the children will know each other, and won't just go and play. One suggestion is to provide some crayons and paper or a colouring in picture (something simple) at a table (I can provide colouring in pictures for the children if required). You could even give a prize at the end for the best! This could be themed around the party, or birthday child's favourite things!
Games
Once all the children have arrived, it's time for the games. We suggest that you have the energetic games before the party food, and then afterward the quieter games.
Going home
Also, remember a slice of birthday cake. If you have decorated the floor with balloons, give them to the children to take home, or you will be left with dozens of balloons that will either be wasted, or the birthday child will want to keep them all !!
Summary
Pat Doogan offers the ideal solution in his 'Complete Party' in which the 2 hour party is completely organised for you, which lets you enjoy this special day with your child. Make it a party to remember, not just another party !!
Booking an Entertainer
Book the entertainer before the venue. There are more venues than entertainers, and they often have more restrictions due to prior bookings.
Download my Party Invites here