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People often tell Eric that he reminds them of the great magicians of the past.

That's no coincidence, since he has spent most of three decades studying and performing some of the greatest magic in history. While still a student, Eric's love of magic's lore took him to the Maryland Renaissance Festival. More recently, the National Theatre featured his "Turn of the Century" - a Victorian-style show with wonders not seen for a hundred years.

Eric Henning is also an accomplished speaker, having reached the quarterfinals of the World Championship of Public Speaking. In a previous career in finance, he spent 17 years on the air with his own radio shows. Eric has even gone overseas to speak on behalf of the US government!

His award-winning blend of wit and wizardry has been seen around the world, from the streets of Paris to the Kennedy Center and two Presidential Inaugurals. Some of the groups tapping into Eric's eclectic and arcane knowledge include Northrop Grumman, MedStar Health, The World Bank, The Wonka Candy Company and certain defense-related agencies whose very mention could get him killed.

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For groups of 100 to 500 people, Eric Henning's Close-up Magic provides atmosphere and a surefire ice-breaker for mix and mingle events, especially those in which guests may not know each other well. This is well-suited for a corporate reception, wedding reception, charity fund raiser, cocktail hour, hospitality suite, Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah. Eric's style is the ultimate in interactive entertainment, with each show changing as the audience participates. Eric is very effective as a wedding magician, eliminating that awkward period when guests are waiting for the wedding party at the reception venue. Close-up Magic often goes for a period of from one to three hours.

What makes Eric different: Eric can set up a Magic Lounge where people gather and watch, or he can mingle with your guests. Eric does not interrupt intimate conversations or people doing business - the rules of common courtesy apply. You'll always know where he is - just follow the laughter, screams and applause. It's amazing what Eric can do right under your nose!

Eric can set up a Magic Lounge where people gather and watch, or he can mingle with your guests. Eric does not interrupt intimate conversations or people doing business - the rules of common courtesy apply. You'll always know where he is - just follow the laughter, screams and applause. It's amazing what Eric can do right under your nose!

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Birthday Parties: Your kids will have SO much fun! A fantastic and exciting 45-minute colorful magic show for ages 4 and up, with plenty of audience participation, surprises, and laughter. The adults laugh just as much as the kids and are just as amazed! Bring your kids, grandchildren, nephews and nieces for a fun show. Featuring "Freddie the Wonder Teddy Bear" who will actually perform a magic trick! The show is very flexible, and can go from a home to a hotel ballroom to a theatre. Special focus on the birthday child. Lots of great photo and video opportunities, and every child can go home with a magical toy.