About me
Who is Chris Howat?
My journey into magic did start like a lot of other magicians, I got the magic kit when I was a young kid but that’s where it ends!
My interest in magic started properly after seeing a close up magician in a restaurant of a famous DIY chain - he did a trick where two elastic bands passed through each other and my mind was blown, I don’t remember anything else he did but I knew I needed to know how it was done. This was around 2010 and I started my jump slowly down the rabbit hole.
It wasn’t until years later when one year my wife asked me what I wanted for my birthday and I said “I don’t know some magic tricks?”
We went to a local magic shop and spent hours in there, we got shown lots of tricks and bought a lot as well. I was also given advice on where to go to and how to improve my magic.
After three months of practicing and learning at home I joined the Wessex Magical Association where I am now a council member
Performing
So I jumped down that rabbit hole and I never looked back
I spent all my spare time learning, practicing and reading whatever I could get my hands on.
And when I thought I was ready I went out and started to perform.
I love the jaw dropping moments, when something unexpected happens. I discribe it as a moment which takes us back to our childhood when magic was real
The here and now
So after years of performing what changed?
Firstly lockdown and COVID had a big impact on live performing. I spent my time posting on social media and trying to help people have small breaks throughout their day with a little bit of entertainment
Magic - I changed my perspective of magic. Lots of people know how to perform a trick, but how do I make my magic more magical? I found that close intimate magic where you can make a stronger connection with your audience and offer a more personalised experience was the way to go for me
Creating something unique for everyone who has the chance to experience my magic