Sensory Friendly Magic Show

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Everyone should be able to enjoy magic equally!  I have performed hundreds of Sensory Friendly Magic Shows throughout my 20-year-long career.  It is always a joy and a pleasure!  The keys to performing sensory-friendly magic shows are respect, understanding, and knowledge.  Though I am not a medical professional, I have educated myself on the do’s and don’ts when working with sensory-sensitive adults and children.

It is called a “spectrum” for a reason.  There are many ways in which a person might be sensory-sensitive.  Active listening is a requirement.  I also make it a point to ask the staff pertinent questions before the show.  Your staff members are the experts and I will always yield to their better knowledge.

If you are a parent looking to book a magic show for your child who is sensory-sensitive, please navigate to by “Birthday PartY” page and be sure to mention your child is sensory-sensitive in the contact form. CLICK HERE TO ACCESS MY “BIRTHDAY PARTY” PAGE.

About Sensory Friendly Magic Shows

Making them comfortable:

  1. I speak in a low, calming voice.
  2. The music is kept low with no sudden bursts of sound.
  3. No flashing lights.
  4. I move around the audience so everyone can see.
  5. I do no get close to or approach individuals without permission.

Keeping them engaged:

  1. I ask questions during the show to make sure they are following along.
  2. They feel as if they are the ones making the magic happen.
  3. Those who wish to participate get to come up and help with the magic!
  4.  I use highly visual magic tricks.

Showing them respect:

  1. No one is forced to participate.
  2. If anyone wanders up onto the stage, they get to be part of the act. 
  3. The staff is called on to help with the interaction.
  4. There is a message of empowerment infused into every show.

Questions and Booking Info

More Popular Shows!!

The Adventure Magic Show (Click Here)

The Adventure Magic Show is my flagship show! It was the first magic show I created as California Joe and it is still the most popular. The Adventure Magic Show features magic tricks from around the world, from the Pyramids of Egypt to the Moores of Ireland! It is also my most adaptable show. It can fit in with almost all themed parties and events. Kids love magic and they love adventure! Like all of my shows, it is highly interactive. The kids get to come up and help with the tricks!

The Science of Magic (Click Here)

Explore the Science of Magic! California Joe teaches how magicians use science to perform magic tricks! SPOILER ALERT!! Some magic tricks WILL be revealed. This show is hands-on. The kids come up to help with the magic experiments. We will end the show with my popular BUBBLE VOLCANO!

Dino Magic Show! (Click Here)

Go back 65 million years to California Joe’s Dinosaur Show!  Kids love dinosaurs and kids love magic. So why not put them together?!  Like all of my shows, The dinosaur magic show is highly interactive with audience participation every step of the way. Great for all grade levels and school carnivals. 

Reward Magic Show (Click Here)

This elementary school assembly is exactly how it sounds! Just a fun show that you can use as a way to REWARD students for their achievements! A couple of examples would be participating in a fundraiser, making the honor roll, or 5th-grade graduation. Those are just a few ideas of how you can celebrate your students’ achievements.

Special Needs Magic Show (Click Here)

California Joe has performed hundreds of performances for special needs audiences.  He understands the spectrum and goes out of his way to make sure the attendant, children or adults, are comfortable and having a great time!

You can choose any of the shows listed below for a special needs program. CLICK HERE to learn more about California Joe’s Special Needs Programs.

Click the button below if you are ready to book a show.

If you have some questions or would like more information, you may email, call, or text me.

(714) 318 – 7538

richard@richardthemagician.com