HOT TOPIC: Wedding worries Our experts solve your problems A MAGICAL ATMOSPHERE We will be having guests of all ages attend our wedding and we are thinking of hiring a magician to keep them entertained. What should we keep in mind before booking a supplier? As weddings are often family affairs, there are usually guests of all ages attending, from the young to the old! It’s always a good idea to find a magician who is family-friendly, but keep in mind that not all styles of magic are suited to all ages. Try to meet your magician in person. This way, you will be able to gauge the way they react to you and you can listen to their suggestions as to how they would entertain guests of different ages at your wedding. By meeting them, you will also be able to get an idea of whether their style of magic and personality would be suitable for your special day. Some magicians will offer a package that includes entertainment for children, so make sure you ask if they offer this service. This might include a separate show for the children or a strolling act like balloon modelling. Close-up magic is often very suitable for guests of all ages, including quite young children, but balloon modelling is a great way of including everyone in the day’s activities. It’s always a good idea to look at online reviews. Reviews are not only a reliable indicator of the standard of the magician, but they will also offer an insight into their style and suitability for different ages. Above all, trust your instincts! Luke Gravett www.lukecloseupmagician.com www.paul-daviesphotography.co.uk LET’S BOOGIE We’re having a large wedding with guests of all ages. What style of music would you suggest to please everyone? Firstly, your music needs to acknowledge your tastes so that you both enjoy it. It’s also wise to have some breadth in the music styles so that everyone hears something they can relate to. The most important thing is to engage a professional DJ who can read the room and play what people respond positively to. If there is something that is very popular and you absolutely hate it, or it was played at someone’s funeral, let your DJ know. There is such a vast range of artists out there and great music from a range of eras to choose from; not playing one famous artist or song won’t detract from a great evening. You might find that the DJ fills the floor with a certain style of music. Often, you and your friends and family like similar music, but there is sometimes a guest who likes a style that is very different from the majority. It’s quite possible that guests may not get their request played if it would empty the dancefloor. Asking guests for a request can work, but always say that the tune will be played at the discretion of the couple and the DJ. June Gould (DJ June Cecilia) www.sgdjweddings.com EXPERT ADVICE 61
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