Michael J Fitch is a professional host, presenter and magician with more than 25 years of experience performing on some of the most prestigious stages in the world. Known for his vibrant style and ability to engage any audience, he brings energy and polish to every event he hosts. His career has taken him across the globe, but his proudest moment remains performing at Buckingham Palace for Her Majesty the Queen, a highlight that cemented his reputation as one of the UK’s most versatile entertainers.
Michael’s love of performance began at a young age, where his natural flair for magic and showmanship quickly developed into a lifelong career. He built his foundation by working tirelessly on live shows and private engagements, sharpening his skills in both close-up and cabaret-style performances. Over time, his ability to blend humour, magic and presentation saw him step into the role of master of ceremonies, where he found equal success hosting weddings, awards evenings, and corporate galas.
Throughout his career, Michael has collected a series of accolades and prestigious positions. He is a Member of the Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star, an honour given to only 300 magicians worldwide, often described as the industry’s equivalent of an MBE. He is also the Resident Magician for Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, where he regularly entertains high-profile guests at venues such as Bread Street Kitchen and Lucky Cat Mayfair. In addition, he has served as Academy Ambassador for Marvin’s Magic at Forte Village in Sardinia, hosted major occasions including the Essex Business Awards 2022, and featured on ITV Anglia News. Michael’s career has seen him entertain celebrity guests including the Beckham family, adding to his reputation as a trusted performer for both VIP and large-scale public audiences.
Clients choose Michael because he offers so much more than entertainment. His expertise as a host ensures events run seamlessly, while his signature blend of interactive magic, humour and audience participation creates an unforgettable atmosphere. From the lively “Heads & Tails” icebreaker to personalised branded illusions that reinforce corporate messages, he has a unique ability to bring people together. Whether it’s a wedding, a charity gala or a business awards night, Michael provides not just structure and professionalism, but also a lasting sense of wonder that guests remember long after the event ends.
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"A great big thank you for entertaining the guests at our wedding. Everyone is still raving about how good you were. Not just your magic, but your jokes and one-liners had everyone in stitches." - Lisa & Victor
"Emma and I would like to say a huge thank you for the amazing show you put on for Freddie and Niamh’s party on Sunday. Everyone, parents and children alike, had the most wonderful time and were thoroughly entertained. Many mums at the school are singing your praises. Thank you so much for making it such a big success." - Laura & Emma
"I feel I should email you to congratulate you on your superb show at the Mercury Theatre on Saturday night. Not surprisingly it was a sell-out and the atmosphere you created allowed the audience to feel spellbound and entertained. The magic itself was breathtaking and sophisticated. Both my fiancée and I had a great evening and can’t wait to see you perform again." - Giles Saunders
"I just wanted to send you an email to say thank you for such an amazing show on Sunday. Your show was fantastic and way beyond my expectations. Zak loved it and sleeps with his coin at night. My daughter who is only 2 and a half says she wants you for her birthday too!" - Lee Troman
"I would just like to thank you for putting on such a lovely show for all my guests at my 40th garden birthday party. You left everybody amazed and still talking about it days later, from the 6-year-old to the 60-year-old. Brilliant job and worth every penny." - The Allingtons
"It's the day after the night before and I felt I needed to write to say a massive thank you for your performance last night. Both the table magic and the floor show after dinner were fabulous. During dinner there were constant roars of applause and laughter as you went round the tables. Rest assured if we hold another similar event, you’ll be at the top of my list." - Adrian Neale, ERI Banking Software Limited
"Just to say a big thank you for providing such a wonderful, magical experience on Sunday. Your close-up magic was amazing, and the cabaret had everyone gobsmacked! Many guests said our party was the best they have attended, and I think a big part of that was your humour, which made everyone laugh and created a fun atmosphere." - Jo, Alan, Todd & Faye
"Just to say thank you for last night, I can't begin to tell you how many people have been raving about you, it really made the evening and created a great atmosphere. Thanks for staying so long too, everyone really appreciated you sticking around at the end." - Jamie Harris, President, UEA Law Society
"Just wanted to say a massive thank you for entertaining and shocking my friends on Saturday night, I still haven't got over the fact that I bent a spoon or did I Mr Fitch! Seeing is believing after all. Thank you so much again, have some brilliant pictures of my spoon bending trick, a birthday not to be forgotten." - Nikki Southgate
"Just wanted to say a massive thank you for performing at our wedding and making the day even more special. Our friends are still trying to work out how you did some of those tricks, and so are me and Ryan. Thank you also for performing to everyone at the end; it has been a big talking point." - Emma & Ryan
"Just wanted to thank you so much for an amazing party on Saturday! The children haven't stopped talking about the best party ever. The parents were so impressed too. Emily had a great time, and so did we." - Victoria & Mark Bishop
"Just wanted to thank you so very much for Connor's party yesterday. It was excellent. He was so happy and had the best time. Thanks also for including Aidan so much and bringing in the theme into your show. They both went to bed happy boys with gold coins under their pillows!" - Tess
"Michael has a remarkable talent as both magician and entertainer. His close-up tricks and stage illusions are amongst the best I have ever seen. He is one of our country’s top magic acts and, I’m sure, will soon be an international star!" - Steve Scruton, Afternoon Presenter/Producer, BBC Essex
"Thank you so much for a fantastic birthday party! We and all our friends are still talking about it. Our son Shesh loved Michael so much that he asked me to book him for his party the same day. Everybody went home on a high of happiness and excitement. Michael is a one-off and we hope he’ll be around for a long time to bring smiles to kids’ faces." - Sylvie, Peter, Sana & Shesh
"Thank you so much for coming to our big day. All of the feedback about the day normally starts with ‘the magician was amazing….’ It was great to have you there and we both thank you for all of your kind words and amazing tricks! I have emailed and confirmed your details to a number of friends!! Many thanks again." - David & Ruth
"Thank you so much for the great show you put on for Jack's party on Sunday. You were absolutely wonderful, and everyone had such a good time, kids and adults alike. I am full of admiration for the way you took complete control of 40 children aged 7, mostly boys, and had them enthralled for 2 hours. Without exception, everyone thought you were amazing." - Julie Taylor
"Thank you very much for making our 25th wedding anniversary so special yesterday. Your magic is truly astonishing and left everyone talking about it for the rest of the afternoon. We were amazed, enthralled and entertained – thank you so much!" - Richard Lamberth
"We just wanted to say a massive thank you for your brilliant entertainment of the children at Bella and Zak's Birthday party on Sunday. It was amazing to see them all fully captivated for that length of time, and there were lots of things to make the adults laugh as well. We will definitely recommend you to anyone we know needing an entertainer. It was lovely to see Bella and Zak having so much fun and for all the other children to feel so involved too." - Kay & Andy Prestney
"We wanted to say a huge thank you for all you did on Saturday night for our fundraising event for the Chernobyl Children's Project. What you achieved with the auction was amazing, and as ever we are completely baffled by your magic. We think we may have raised £25,000 so we couldn’t be more pleased." - Sue, Ali, Caroline & Vicki
- 2022 - Hosted the Essex Business Awards
- 2021 - Featured on ITV Anglia News
- 2020 - Academy Ambassador for Marvin’s Magic Academy, Forte Village, Sardinia
- 2019 - Honoured as Member of the Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star
- 2015 - Appointed Resident Magician for Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
How to hire Michael J Fitch
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