What is Close-Up Magic? (45-180 mins)
Mr Marmalade brings elegant table-to-table moments during canapés, photos, and dinner. He connects families, gives kids a chance to shine, and creates photogenic reactions. Romantic, unobtrusive, and memorable.
Mr Marmalade brings elegant mysteries table to table, turning small clusters of guests into shared pockets of wonder. He reads the room, slipping in during natural pauses so service and speeches keep flowing. Laughter rises softly, grandparents grin, and kids get a chance to be co-stars for a moment. The magic is visual, charming, and camera-ready, creating the kind of reactions that look as good in the album as they feel in the moment.
Romantic, unobtrusive, and warm in tone, his presence knits the room together without ever stealing focus. He can coordinate with your MC and photographer for perfect timing and angles, leaving behind a gentle buzz that carries from table to table. By the time dessert arrives, the room feels closer, brighter, and ready to celebrate.
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Ideal timing: While the couple is on photos, during cocktail hour,canapés, photos, between courses or reception.
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Duration: 45 to 180 minutes total, in flexible blocks.
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Audience size: Up to 250 with roaming.
For very large rooms, add a second set or additional roving time.
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Space: No dedicated performance area required. Works in foyers, ballrooms, conference spaces.
Notes: Family friendly by default, can cater to a "no kids audience" upon request
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What is a Centerpiece Act? (5–45 minutes)
A centrepiece act that puts the couple in the spotlight. Choose a sweet 5 minute cameo or a full 45 minute show that highlights the couple. Heartfelt, inclusive, and fun for all ages.
Mr Marmalade guides a polished, photogenic routine that involves the couple in real magic, creates a perfect applause and photo moment, and stands out as a highlight in a day full of highlights. Family friendly, easy to stage, and unforgettable without stealing the show.
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Ideal timing: After speeches, before first dance, or after cake cutting.
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Duration: 5 to 4Duration: 5 to 10 minutes.5 minutes (guest spot to full feature).
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Audience size: 50 to 400 with venue PA.
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Space: Minimum 2 m x 2 m with clear sightlines toward the couple.
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Audio: venue pa with xlr input 1 minimum, 2 is ideal
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Lighting: Integrates with venue looks. Quick preset check with technician recommended.
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Setup/packdown:(minimum) to 15-30 minutes load-in and sound check. 15 minutes strike.
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What is a Bespoke Piece?
Planning a very specific aesthetic or unusual theme? Mr Marmalade matches the look and feel with tailored close-up moments and a centrepiece stage routine that features the couple. Colours, motifs, music, and language are styled to your brief while keeping everything elegant and family friendly.
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Formats: Close-Up during photos or canapés. Centrepiece Parlor/Stage 5 to 10 minutes featuring the couple. Optional 15 to 30 minute lounge set.
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Creative process: Style questionnaire and reference board; one planning call with the couple or planner; simple content preview.
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Visual alignment: Palette, props, and soundtrack selected to suit the aesthetic. Subtle monogram or motif reveals on request.
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Photo-first approach: Coordinates with MC and photographer for timing and angles. Clear applause and photo moment built in.
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Audio: Venue PA with one wireless handheld. One music track optional.
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Lighting: Integrates with venue looks. Quick preset check with technician recommended.
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