Meet Our Members

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At Hull Magicians’ Circle, we are proud to be a diverse community of magicians in Hull and the surrounding areas, including East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. Not all of our members are full-time professional magicians—many are passionate hobbyists and magic enthusiasts who come together to share skills, techniques, and a genuine love for the art of magic.

Our club brings together performers of all levels, from beginners learning sleight of hand to experienced entertainers performing at weddings, corporate events, and private parties across the UK. This mix creates a welcoming environment where creativity, learning, and performance thrive.

If you’re looking to hire a magician in Hull, we have a range of professional performers available for bookings, including close-up magicians, wedding magicians, corporate entertainers, children’s party entertainers, balloon modellers, and stilt walkers. Whether it’s a private event, business function, or family celebration, our members can provide high-quality entertainment tailored to your event.

Browse our working members below to find the perfect Hull magician for your event:

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Paul Baker Kitchen

Puzzling Paul (Paul Baker-Kitchen) is President of Hull Magicians’ Circle and a well-known children’s entertainer from Bamboozled Entertainment. Having started his journey in magic at just 13 years old, Paul has developed into an experienced and confident performer, entertaining audiences across parties, schools, and events throughout the UK.

Known for his energetic mix of comedy, magic, games, and balloon modelling, Paul creates highly interactive shows that keep children fully engaged while maintaining a strong stage presence. Alongside performing, he plays a key role in supporting and promoting the magic community through his work with the Circle.

President
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Ian Hayward

I’ve always been drawn to magic because it’s one of the few things that can make a grown adult feel like a curious kid again. For me, it’s not about being “fooled”—it’s about that split second of genuine wonder when the laws of physics seem to take a night off.

I love the storytelling aspect of it; the comedy is probably my favourite part of performing. I love that a performance challenges what we think is possible. Whether it’s the precision of sleight of hand or the psychology behind a mentalism act, I’m fascinated by the discipline required to make something incredibly difficult look like effortless miracles. Ultimately, I love magic because it turns the mundane into the extraordinary, reminding us that there’s still plenty of mystery left in the world.

Vice-President
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William Reid-Frow

Secretary

Is the Secretary of Hull Magicians’ Circle and a third-generation, multi-talented performer working across the UK. Specialising in close-up magic, circus skills, and family entertainment, he brings a modern, interactive style to every performance—whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, or children’s party.

Running his own business, Will Frow Entertainment.

Alongside performing, Will plays a key role in organising and promoting the Circle, helping to coordinate events, competitions, and communications. Passionate about growing the magic community, he is dedicated to creating opportunities for members to perform, learn, and connect.

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Ray Burrell

Treasure

Ray Burrell, also known as Magic Ray, is Treasurer of Hull Magicians’ Circle and an experienced performer with over 20 years in magic. He has entertained at a wide range of venues across Hull, East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and beyond, building a strong reputation for his engaging close-up magic.

Alongside performing, Ray plays a key role in the running of the Circle, helping to organise lectures, meetings, and competitions, while ensuring everything runs smoothly in his role as Treasurer.

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Jon Marshall

Media Manger

Jon performs in the company he founded in 1982, Magic Carpet Theatre. They tour to schools, theatres and arts venues in the UK and abroad. www.magiccarpettheatre.com.

His MyGig company provides entertainment attractions for events all over the country. www.mygig.co

Jon is especially known as Professor Jon with his highly entertaining Flea Circus. Jon has been a member of Hull Magicians’ Circle since 1968. He’s also a member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star.

Karl Hemmingway

Committee Member

Karl Hemmingway is a professional mindreader, magician, and stage hypnotist known for delivering unforgettable live entertainment with originality, humour, and audience interaction at its heart. Combining self-devised effects with sharp wit and engaging storytelling, Karl creates experiences that leave audiences amazed, laughing, and talking long after the show has ended.

Performing across theatres, corporate events, holiday parks, and private functions, he brings a modern, high-energy approach to mind-reading and psychological illusion.

Looking for a magician, for your next event?

  • A man dressed in vintage attire, standing on a city street at night with string lights overhead, smiling and gesturing with his arms spread.

    Bamboozled Entertainment

    Family Entertainer & Comedy Magician

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  • Image shows Professor Jon Introducing his Flea Circus to a big crowd

    Jon Marshall

    Jon offers theatre shows, school performances, and unique event entertainment, with his famous Flea Circus being a standout attraction.

    jon@magiccarpettheatre.com

    01482 709939

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  • Will Frow Entertainment Stilt walking balloon modeller

    Will Frow Entertainment

    Multi-talented Entertainer & Close-up Magician

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  • Mark Huntley perfoming a magic trick as part of Mark's Magic Kingdom

    Mark's Magic Kingdom

    Mark’s Magic Kingdom has been entertaining families since 1995. Based in Hull, we provide magic shows, puppet shows, face painting, discos, balloon modelling, walkabout entertainment and more across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the UK. Britain’s Got Talent finalist-stage performer.

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  • Collage of four images: Cartoon characters from 'Magic Ray' with a dog, a man with a large white fluffy dog, a man entertaining children in a classroom, and a man performing magic tricks for children in a room.

    Magic Ray

    Childrens Entertainer & Close-up Magician

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  • Karl Hemmingway

    Professional Mindreader, Magician, and Stage Hypnotist

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