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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I hope you find these F.A.Q. helpful. If you have a question which isn't here,

please call me on 01752 519529 or email magic@billywiz.biz Thank you.

 

How much notice do you require?

It’s never too early to book. Weekends especially, book up quite far in advance, sometimes as much as 6 months or more. As soon as you decide to have a party, give us a call. Even for short notice parties, it’s worth calling as we have the occasional cancellations. For Christmas parties, it is best to call as early as possible, many Christmas parties are booked a year in advance. Back to top.

 

How long are your parties?

Most birthday parties are two hours long. However if you wish to organise your own games there is the option of just having a One Hour Magic & Puppet Show. Back to top.

 

Do you offer any other forms of entertainment?

Yes, Walk-about balloon modelling packages are available, these can be booked to fit any event, and for any length of time. Back to top.

 

How many people can I invite?

You can have as many guests as you want, although for birthday parties which include games, it is better to keep numbers below 30. If you are booking just the magic show, Billy wiz prefers to have as many as possible. 

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Is there a minimum number of children required?

It is good to have at least 10 children if possible to create a better atmosphere for the magic show.

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Where do you perform your parties?

Parties can be performed just about anywhere except outdoors. You can have your party at home, in a church or village hall, community centre, public house (preferably in a separate room to the customers), even in your garage if you have the room. Back to top.

 

Can I have the party at home?

Yes, Billy wiz performs many house parties. The only thing he does ask is if you have a coal fire, please inform him in advance as he has an allergy to the coal/wood dust. Back to top.

 

How much space do you need?

When performing in halls, an area half the size of a badminton court is ideal, if there is too much space it can be difficult to control the party, so Billy Wiz will create a boundary to make the party area smaller.

 

For house parties it depends on how many guests you have invited. He will adapt to whatever room you can give him, but please try to give Billy as much room as possible. An area at least a minimum of 5'-6' across and 8'-9' deep is just enough room for Billy and the children. Back to top.

 

What should I look for when booking a venue?

Billy Wiz has an extensive venue index HERE which if you're new to an area it's the best place to start. Before booking a venue, It’s a good idea to check the venue personally before booking for cleanliness, size, easy access and parking for Billy Wiz.. Also check that they have the amount of chairs and tables that you will require. The room will also need a plug socket for Billy's equipment.

 

Try to arrange to get access to the room/hall at least 30-60 mines before the party start time, so that both you and Billy Wiz can get ready before your guests arrive. Billy Wiz requires a minimum of 30 mins to set up, but usually arrives approx 45 mins before the start time to allow for any unplanned problems.

 

You will need at least 30 mins after the party to get everything cleaned and packed up.

 

Finally always get an emergency mobile number in case you turn up at the hall and it hasn’t been unlocked. Back to top.

 

What age are your parties suitable for?

Billy Wiz performs birthday parties for children aged 5 to 8 years old. The important thing to remember for any birthday party is to avoid mixing the age groups as Billy's birthday party show is aimed at the birthday child's age range.

 

At other events where a mixed age range is expected Billy Wiz aims the entertainment at 4 to 10 year olds.

 

Balloon modelling can be for any age from 3 to 103 year olds. Please note balloons can be dangerous for children under 2 years old. Back to top.

 

How do I pay?

A small deposit is required when the booking is made, and is payable by cheque which you return with the contract, the balance is payable by cash on the day of your party.

 

Other payment options are available for larger organisations and businesses. Back to top.

 

Do you provide food and party bags?

No, sorry, I don't supply either the food or party bags. Back to top.

 

Can I have face painting at my party?

Billy Wiz does not provide face painting, but has no objections if you want to book a face painter. Billy’s preferred face painter is Karen from Fantasy Faces www.fantasyfaces.co.uk He has worked with Karen on many occasions and in his opinion, she is by far the best in the UK. You won’t be disappointed with Karen’s faces.

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What if you’re ill and can’t make it to our party.

In all the many years Billy Wiz has been performing at parties, he has never ever failed to turn up at a party. Even if he’s feeling ill, he’ll still be there. After all, it’s your child’s special day, how can you let children down.

 

However we can't predict the future, and If for any reason in the future he couldn’t make a party, he'd never leave you in the lurch, and would do his utmost to find someone to replace him. But, as previously mentioned, he has never EVER missed a party. I just hope that saying this isn’t an omen! Back to top.

 

What are your prizes?

Prizes are supplied for the party games. Prizes vary from colouring books, crayons, puzzles, bracelets, yo-yos, model aeroplanes and many more small toys. One thing he NEVER gives out is sweets. Back to top.

 

What areas do you cover?

Billy Wiz lives in the Plymouth area so the majority of his work is in the South West. Although he has and will work anywhere in the country. Obviously the cost will vary from region to region. Back to top.

 

Can I have a joint party?

Yes, joint parties are welcome as long as the children are a similar age. If there are more than 2 birthday children there will be an extra charge. Back to top.

 

Do you bring a music/disco?

All music is supplied. If your child has a favourite song or artist, please inform Billy Wiz and he’ll try and bring it along. As for a disco, he doesn't have a full disco set up, although he does have flashing lights built into one of his boxes to give the children the impression that they have their own mini disco. Back to top.

 

Do you supply invitations?

Yes, invitations are supplied when you book a two hour birthday party with Billy wiz. A sample and additional invitations are available to print HERE. Back to top.

 

Are you police checked?

Yes, Billy Wiz is police checked although not because of entertaining children. Every year Billy Wiz and his family host children from Russia for four weeks at a time and the charity which bring the children to the UK require all family members to be police checked. Back to top.

 

Are you available for midweek parties?

Yes, midweek are available, not just after school, but any time of the day during the school holidays. Back to top.

 

Does every child receive a balloon model?

For birthday parties yes, it's included in the price. However for safety reasons Billy cannot give balloons to the very young children or babies.

 

For other types of shows, balloon models are available as an optional extra. The cost of extra balloon modelling would depend on the number of children and the time involved. Back to top.

 

How much do you charge?

I’m sorry, Billy covers a vast area, the price varies from region to region so it's difficult to put a price list for birthday parties here.

 

Other events and packages are also priced individually depending on the individual needs of the customer and the type / size of the event.

 

For a quote please call Billy wiz on 01752 519529 or email magic@billywiz.biz or please fill in the enquiry form HERE.   Back to top.

 

Can you make my wife disappear?

I wish I had a pound for every time I here this at parties. The simple answer is yes, if you pay me enough.

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I hope you find these frequently asked questions helpful, if you have any further questions, please call me on 01752 519529 or email me at magic@billywiz.biz Thank you. Back to top.