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The Professional Misfit
- Winter Garden, FL
- Comedy Magician
- Travels nationwide
- Contact for rates
Overview
Matt Durham is the professional misfit your event has been waiting for. He is a jack of all traits, witty, charming, and an extraordinary performer. Witness Matt's display of magical feats and a spectacle of outlandish stunts that his audiences rave for. See why companies such as Fed Ex, H&R Block, Old Town U.S.A, Universal Studios Orlando, and Islands of Adventure have hired Matt Durham!!!
24 Reviews
Our church had a dinner gathering and we booked Matt for our entertainment.
Our dinner party of 38 was an older group (over age 50).
Matt is such a nice person and was there before the time he needed to be.
Everyone enjoyed the magic Matt performed. He was also very comical and kept us on the edge of our seat with his magic tricks.
We look forward to booking him for our next event and can not wait to see what other tricks he have up his sleeves.
Make sure you book him, you will not be disappointed…..you will be happy you did!!!
Thanks Matt and keep doing what you’re doing….YOU ROCK!
Magician
Our party was a huge hit thanks to The Professional Misfit! He exceeded our expectations and had everyone laughing and in awe of the magic. One really great aspect was how he was able to adjust the comedy and magic to the different age groups.
Comedy Magician
The Professional Misfit was phenomenal for our kids birthday party. Although he admitted that he does not usually service kids, he was able to adapt and put on a show which held the interest of our group just fine. Thanks for a job well done!
Comedy Magician, Fire Eater, Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician
Probably not a good idea to tell the guest of honor that you did a gig before the show and can't perform certain parts of your act, then mention other parts of your act which were not performed. Act was short, very expensive and disappointing to say the least. Hired an act through Gig Salad last year for the same location for less than half the price and that performer knocked it out of the ballpark. Beyond frustrated.
Comedy Magician
Very nice guy! Kind and thoughtful to my guests.
Strolling/Close-up Magician
Matt was so awesome! He is incredibly talented and great with a crowd. My party loved him!
Comedian, Fire Eater, Illusionist, Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician, Comedy Magician
Easy to book a great entertainer
We all had a great time thank you
Comedy Magician
Matt was Awesome, he was on time and professional. My guest and I really enjoyed his performance.
Variety Entertainer, Comedy Magician
Response from The Professional Misfit:
Thank you so much you guys were an absolute Blast!!!!
He kept everyone intrigued. He was perfect for our group of young and old.
Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician
Wonderful addition to Xmas party. All ages included and wowed!
Corporate Magician
The magician was very friendly and had great energy! He definitely added a little something extra to the party.
Strolling/Close-up Magician
He mingled well with the audience and everyone was amazed!
Corporate Magician
He is amazing at what he does, very friendly, great comedian/magician. Definitely recommended!
Great act, added a special touch to our event. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for some great entertainment for their event ! Fun time 😜
Magician
Mathew was very professional and gave my kids, friends and family a marvellous afternoon! We had a blast and enjoyed his show very much!
Magician
We hired this magician to come during our holiday weekend to entertain kids and adults. Matt was great to work with during the booking process and was early upon arrival. His show was very "magical" although there were no rabbits pulled from hats. If there was one act that seemed to be the crowd favorite it would have to be the act using the banana that was supposed to be a bandanna (you will have to see it for yourself can't give too much away). His card tricks were amazing as well even when you think he doesn't have the right card picked out he does! Everybody at the show loved every second of it especially the kids! I would highly recommend for birthday parties, family reunions, etc.
Comedy Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician, Magician
Just a great performance from beginning to end. Wonderful for the 20+ kids, and very entertaining for the parents as well. Funny, daring and really cool show!!
Comedy Magician, Fire Eater
Matt was engaging, personable and fun! we enjoyed having him at the trade show and he did several acts that stunned everyone!!! Would definitely book him again!!!
Corporate Magician, Trade Show Magician
We had 12 people ranging from 7 years old to 73 years old and Matt did a good job tailoring his tricks and comedy to the whole group.
Comedy Magician
Enjoyed his juggling performance and it added to the French themed Ball. Thank you for being a part of our event!
Juggler
We were entertained, we were surprised, we were tickled, we were amazed. With great showmanship and presentation Matt impressed us and kept us riveted to his deft handling of his magic. His patter and delivery is exceptional and I'd recommend him to any audience. A young magician whose this good is so hard to find...but he's it! Thanks, GigSalad!
Comedy Magician
Matt came to our community event, the "Back to School Bash", that we hold every year. At this event, we invite the community to come receive free backpacks and school supplies. He was the entertainment for our production, and he did just that! Not only did we hire a magician, but a comedian as well! His humor had the adults laughing and he had the kids in a star daze with his magic. Matt was super easy to work with and very laid back. Very much enjoyed him!
Comedy Magician, Fire Eater
Let me start with the biggest reason I was impressed by Matthew's show...
He started with some comedic ice breaking tricks, which lead into some pretty logic defying illusions that got our party of about 30 laughing, clapping, and gasping rather quickly. For one trick he randomly picked a person out of the crowd. For another, he picked me.
The trick he picked me to participate in was to tie him to a chair, alongside another in the crowd using a rope. I almost wanted to bow out at this point and not participate...I am a career firefighter of 8 years, and we know our ropes and knots. I understand rope, working ends, loops, etc, like one in the navy would.
I then goofed him further, by breaking the terms of his trick. This wasn't intentional, and when I realized what I had done, I was very concerned for the magician who had just sealed his fate on a failed trick...I let him know as I tied an anchor bowline knot, and clove hitch after clove hitch around his hands, ankles, the chair, etc...that I was very concerned that this trick may not go so well for him...I hoped he would not add some element of death, because I was sure my unintentional breach of the rules would mess him up. He seemed confident in light of this- but there was no way to tell if he was playing this off with desperate hope, or truly that confident.
To my amazement (and honestly...relief!) he did it! He escaped the chair of firefighter knot doom....and the reason I was impressed was not only because he did it, but because he allows this kind of unpredictability into his trick in the first place. I felt then like I could have really failed him. Now I'm unsure. I tied him up good...how did he make it out?! That's a good magician.
Beyond that, Matthew was personal and charismatic enough to allow conversation after the show like I was talking to a friend I had known my whole life. He truly has the blood of a professional entertainer, and the aura of a good person. I'd highly recommend him to any event- you'll be amazed, you'll laugh at quality, audience appropriate humor, and simply have a better time with him just being there. Stop thinking about it and book him.
Comedy Show, Escape Artist, Fire Eater, Juggler, Magician
Not only did Matt do a wonderful job in our film, he went above and beyond to amaze everyone around. This guy will do anything (even swallow an inflated balloon) to entertain the audience. I highly recommend and would work with him again and again!
Balancing Act, Juggler, Sideshow, Magician
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 30 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $2,000,000 - Fire performing, Commercial general liability,Damage to rented premises,Med expense, Personal & Advance injury,General aggereate,products comp/op AGG
What to Expect
Matt Durham is the professional misfit your event has been waiting for. He is a jack of all traits, witty, charming, and an extraordinary performer. Witness Matt's display of magical feats and a spectacle of outlandish stunts that his audiences rave for. See why companies such as Fed Ex, H&R Block, Old Town U.S.A , Universal Studios Orlando, and Islands of Adventure have hired Matt Durham!!!
About
Matt Durham was originally from Cherry Hill, New Jersey and currently resides in Orlando Florida where he is now one of the hardest working magicians in America.
He's been a full time performer for the last ten years. He was a headlining magician at Universal Studios Orlando, and also at the Great Magic Hall. Hailed as the “Professional Misfit” Matt is blessed with the gift to gab, along with an onslaught of magical feats and outlandish stunts.
And when he comes to your next event , you will get to see the madness that has made him a mainstay in the biggest tourist trap in America. Expect an array of magic, juggling, stunts, and just plain old crazy. There is no way to know with this guy!
Additional Booking Notes
One clip on microphone
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
April 06, 2025 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm | Personal Occasion |
Past Booked Events
October 12, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
August 02, 2024 • 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Birthday Party |
March 24, 2024 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Dinner Party |
March 09, 2024 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Birthday Party |
February 13, 2024 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Dinner Party |
January 13, 2024 • 8:00pm - 9:30pm | House Party |
May 27, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
May 06, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Cocktail Party |
January 14, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
January 14, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
January 03, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
December 03, 2022 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Retirement Community Event |
November 04, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
October 29, 2022 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | House Party |
October 08, 2022 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
September 09, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
July 01, 2022 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Retirement Community Event |
March 17, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
February 22, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Corporate Event |
January 22, 2022 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Personal Occasion |
January 15, 2022 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Personal Occasion |
December 18, 2021 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 04, 2021 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | House Party |
November 10, 2021 • 8:00pm - 8:45pm | Dinner Party |
October 30, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | House Party |
December 12, 2020 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
July 18, 2020 • 9:00pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event |
February 08, 2020 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 14, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
October 12, 2019 • 8:30pm - 8:45pm | Birthday Party |
August 31, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
July 27, 2019 • 8:30pm - 10:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
April 06, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
March 29, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
January 27, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | House Party |
January 26, 2019 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 08, 2018 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Surprise |
December 17, 2017 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Holiday Party |
June 10, 2017 • 3:00pm - 3:45pm | Birthday (Child) |
June 03, 2017 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
February 04, 2017 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
December 16, 2016 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 11, 2016 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday (Teen) |
December 12, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Altomonte Springs, Fl |
December 10, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Tampa, Fl |
Influences & Inspiration
My main influences for my magic are from my mentor Robert Moreland who I've studied under for the last 4 years. My style particularly comes from my favorite comedians growing up such as Jim Carry, Rodney Dangerfield, and Chevy Chase.
Setup Requirements
2 chairs