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Overview
Bringing Magic to Orlando Florida since 1981, Magic by Jerry is magician who skills blend magic, comedy and excitement right in front of the guests, with playing cards and every day objects in ways that amaze audiences of all ages.
Jerry performs throughout Florida, from the Everglade Country Club in Palm Beach, to special events at Amelia Island, to the Bayhill Country Club right here in Orlando Florida .
8 Reviews
I have to say that I used Jerry twice and he gets there on time and ready to go. I appreciated his patience with all the kids scrambling over him to get a balloon animal and he had a smile on all the while. He made sure all 130 kids each got a balloon animal. And his show contained the kids and I was amazed to see 130 kids (who were just running around and full of sugar) sitting and watching attentively. Loved it. I don't write reviews but I felt I had to for Jerry, he stayed an extra 30 min entertaining and didn't ask for more $. A gem. Worth every dollar.
Magician, Balloon Twister, Magician
Paula is amazing!! I hired her to do a caricature picture of my family for this year and was expecting to drop off my pictures and ideas - and quite honestly go about my busy day ( I am a working mom with two children and my life is incredibly busy as i am sure you can relate!!) Anyway Paula was there with all of her paints, pencils and much more and I could not resist just to stay for a precious minute. The meeting began and I gave her my ideas- my family with my husband being Santa Clause and me and my two children being elves with a Christmas Tree and some elves. AFTER TWO HOURS I WAS STILL WITH PAULA AND CAPTIVATED BY HER WORK!! She made my idea into a work of art with adding things my family loves to do (a football in my husbands hands, my oldest catching it and my youngest playing Angry Birds- she also included a snowman and multiple reindeer) In my opinion the picture is priceless!! You can still drop off or send your photos; however, spending time with Paula is worth every precious second we have!!! I then hired her to do another caricature- themed Alice in Wonderland for my mom and it is amazing as well!! Her work is amazing, she spends time getting to know her clients and she is an incredible artist!!
Caricaturist
Jerry performed an incredible Magic act for my son's 5th birthday party. He captivated the children with his act and humor. In fact one of the children almost wet himself as he did not want to go to restroom but watch Jerry perform!!! We had a few children that were heckling in the crowd and Jerry handled them with kid gloves with a kind DAZZLING performance!!! He brought me (the mom) in to participate and the birthday boy...It was the best 30 minutes ever. He also did balloons for all the children - if the children popped the balloons he graciously made another. My son says Jerry has to come to all his parties!!! I have also had several parents who attended say what a fantastic performance and their kids are still talking about my sons birthday party!!! Jerry is also reasonably priced and in my opinion worth every penny!! I definitely recommend Jerry and Caricatures by Paula!!
Magician, Balloon Twister
I recently hired Jerry through this website for, a function in my community. He was absolutely wonderful. We had a group of about 70 plus and he was certainly well received. We are a group "55 and over" and his selection of tricks was right on the money!! I would not hesitate recommending him.
Thank You!
Sue Garman, Pres.
Gulfstream Social Club
Dazzled all the kids with his great balloon making skills!
Balloon Twister
Magic by Jerry was hired to entertain kids at a wedding reception, but both kids and adults were entertained. I received all positive comments from guests about his magic tricks and his balloon twisting. He has earned many new fans.
Magician
All About Kids hired Jerry and Paula, many times, to do children's magic show and facepainting, and balloon art. Jerry entertains and makes the children giggle with his antics. Also they love his balloon twisting. Paula is also so patient and creative with the children. And she does great story telling incorporating art. They are a great part of our events, making children happy, which makes their parents happy.
Balloon Twister, Children’s Party Magician, Face Painter
Jerry and Paula have worked at several of our Company events and have always done an outstanding job. They continue to "wow" guests of all ages with Jerry's Magic and Paula's Caricatures and face painting. I would highly recommend them for any event!
Magician, Caricaturist, Face Painter
Booking Info
Price Range: $200 and up
Languages: English
Insurance: Yes
About
Jerry Darkey performs throughout Florida, from the Everglade Country Club in Palm Beach, to special events at Amelia Island, to the Bayhill Country Club right here in Orlando.
Where it all started...
Magic by Jerry / Magician
As a boy my father would take me to Colon, Michigan. The Magic Capital of the World. "Where we would attend the Abbott's Magic get together. The two of us would spend the days sharing the love and art of illusion.
My father bought me my first magic trick "The Coin Case" it's a vanishing and reappearing coin. I share my fathers enthusiasm for the history and entertainment of magic. From that one trick I went on to learn and incorporate magic into a talent to perform for others. I have learned many fascinating magic effects and stage illusions, but I still hold a special place in my heart for the coin case....for it reminds me of my father and the good times we shared and spent at the town named Colon Michigan.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
| February 01, 2025 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Mardi Gras Party |
| February 09, 2025 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Super Bowl Party |
Past Booked Events
| October 19, 2024 • 10:30am - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
Testimonials
Many thanks for Saturday evening. The event was a great success, heard lots of rave reviews re your magic.
– Jack F / Entertainment Dirctor
Jerry,
Thank you so much for entertaining our guest! The FedEx Office event would not have been a success without you. We all especially loved the bunny trick.
– FedEX Office Event Team
Artwork beyound our expectations, well worth the price.
We are ordering more.
– William K.
Jerry and Paula,
I wanted to thank you both for the wonderful job you did at our Copesan National Conference in Orlando, FL Dessert Banquet. You both were a huge hit and people had a great time at the event as a direct result of both of your awe inspiring magic and extremely creative drawings. I really loved how you both were able to work in our conference theme into your drawings and magic act. I would recommend you to any group doing any event in Orlando because you made our event a complete success. Thank you both again.
– Craig R. / Copesan
Thank you for making our event so much fun! Everyone enjoyed your sense of humor and your magic! We will see you in the future!
– Angie M. / Longwood Fl
Thanks again for coming out to our Client Appreciation. I heard many great things about your performance! We really did appreciate you and will definitely keep your name and number for future events.
Thanks,
Ali
– D & A Building Services Inc
What can I say but wonderful, fabulous, GREAT JOB! The evening was enjoyed by everyone and I can’t tell you how many compliments we received on the balloons and face painting. Our VP from Michigan said that is by far better than they had up there! I can’t wait for our next event so we can have you back. Thanks again!
– Lisa / event date 08-12-08
Hiring Magic by Jerry was definitely a step in the right direction.
– Emily
Recommend you to anybody who is looking for “that special magic” for their event.
– Judy M.
Truly amazed the group with his vast array of tricks .
– Wilma B.
Jerry used his exceptional skills in mesmerizing the Guest with his magical tricks.
– Francesca W.