Professor Palmermoff
London, Lewisham, SE4 1LS
Operated by Simon, Professor Palmermoff is an experienced professional children's and family entertainer based in South-East London (Brockley) with over 25 years of show business experience. Known for an authentic, old-school style blending comedy, dry wit, balloon modeling, and dazzling illusions, the act is specifically designed to captivate both young children and adults simultaneously.
Key Services & Offerings
Children's Birthday Parties: Tailored entertainment for kids' parties featuring high-energy magic shows, crowd management, party games (such as musical chairs), and interactive fun that keeps groups completely enthralled.
Close-Up & Roving Magic: Table-to-table or group-to-group roaming magic ideal for adult parties, weddings, corporate functions, restaurants, and bars.
Family & Mixed-Age Shows: Versatile parlour-style magic performances designed for events where audiences span a wide range of ages—from toddlers to grandparents.
Festivals, Cabarets & Public Events: Larger-scale magical cabaret suitable for schools, local fetes, fayres, and community festivals.
Musical Performances: Beyond magic, the Professor is an accomplished jazz and boogie-woogie piano player, performing with his trio Professor Nohair and the Wiglifters and the international street-performing band The Cosmic Sausages
Packages
- Children's Party Magic Show — Price on application A 50-minute magic show featuring tricks and illusions, comedy, audience participation, and balloon modelling. Suitable for children aged 5 and up, and engaging for mixed audiences of children and adults. The show is tailored to the age and size of the audience, with the birthday child and adult volunteers taking centre stage as assistants. Prices generally start from £200 for a local children's party.
- 2-Hour Hall Package — Price on application A two-hour package designed for hall and venue events, combining the magic show with music, games assistance, event hosting, balloon artistry, and close-up magic circulated throughout the event. The performer takes on a full hosting role for the duration of the party. Suitable for larger groups and mixed-age audiences. Contact for pricing.
Questions and answers
- What age group is the magic show suitable for?
- Any age 5 and up is ideal for the magic show. The performance works well for mixed-age audiences, entertaining children and adults at the same time.
- How long is the show?
- The standard show runs around 50 minutes, designed as the main entertainment at a party. A 2-hour option is also available for hall venues, incorporating games, music, MC duties, balloon modelling, and close-up magic.
- How much does it cost?
- Prices generally start at £200 for a children's party locally. The fee varies depending on distance, event type, equipment required, and the time of year.
- What space do you need?
- Just a table or surface to put props on. Professor Palmermoff arrives around 30 minutes before the show to set up and can perform indoors or outdoors.
- How do I book?
- Call 07939 047780 or email [email protected]. Bookings are confirmed by email, with the date, time, venue address, agreed fee, and a contact phone number.
- How far in advance should I book?
- Flexible dates are easier to secure. For specific peak times (popular weekends, school holidays) it's best to book months in advance. Last-minute bookings are sometimes possible — it's always worth getting in touch.
- Do you perform at adult parties, weddings, and corporate events?
- Yes. As well as children's parties, Professor Palmermoff performs at weddings, corporate events, festivals, schools, clubs, pubs, restaurants, bars, and more — either with a full show or roaming close-up magic.
- Is balloon modelling included in the show?
- Balloon models are made during the show and given as rewards for participation. One-to-one balloon modelling for every audience member is not offered for large groups as it takes too long and the balloons can be fragile.