Nick Compise
- Kennesaw, GA
- Magician
- 20 Verified Bookings
Gina J. said “Wow! How did he do that! Nick is awesome! I still get chills just thinking about how he picked the number right out of my mind!”
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The Award Winning Close-Up Magic of Merritt Ambrose
Atlanta Magician of the Year for 2011
A Quote from Paul Kozak "International Comic / Magician of the Decade" Appearing Nightly at The Tropicana Casino Atlantic City
"Merritt Ambrose is one the the very few, and rare Magicians who can be called both an "Artist" & "Entertainer" . His technical skills are World Class in execution and his performance skills have been honed after many years of International Performances. Merritt is brilliant at creating a "Memorable Performance" for any and all situations. I not only highly recommend Merritt, but I Personally Guarantee that you will be Amazed and Entertained by a World Class Magician !"
Merritt had my guests talking and wondering all night. He was friendly, not overbearing, showed up early, and was a consummate professional.
We really enjoyed having Merritt at our company function. He was friendly and engaging with all of the guests! He did a variety of tricks. A real crowd pleaser! I would certainly hire him again! Thank you, Merritt!
Merritt was awesome! When I arrived, 45 min prior to the event, he was already there and ready to entertain! Our guests very much enjoyed Merritt's magic show, he was going around the room, and everyone was engaged and having fun. Would definitely keep him in mind and hire him again for a next opportunity.
I strongly recommend Merritt. He is awesome! I was nervous about how everyone would react to his magic, but everyone truly enjoyed themselves. And this was an adult event. I will definitely call Merritt again for future events. He's the real deal and will go beyond your expectations.
I have seen Merritt Ambrose perform and I am impressed with him, his talent and MOST importantly, his attitude in my dealings with him. Attitude is everything and plays a huge part in my reviews. My company, Davenport Magical Entertainment, L.L.C. Independently contracted him out and paid him to work for one of my company's clients and my client was very impressed. After seeing Merritt perform at the Georgia Magic Club, I can say that both he and his partner Dan Garrett have excellent top notch talent. I especially like Merritt's performance of his floating table illusion. It was very impressive, amazing and just a wonderful performance of that particular illusion.
Merritt performed for our national director's conference before our awards banquet and did a great job. We had some people that didn't think they liked "magic" but at the end they were the most impressed and thanked me for getting him. You can tell from his performance that his Magician of the Year awards are well deserved.
Outside of the skilled performance, dealing with Merritt was very easy. He was prompt and always returned calls quickly if he didn't answer the original attempt. I would definitely hire him again.
Magic Dinner Event!
This was the first of its kind. 5 Seasons North sent out flyers to announce a special evening of magic at the Old Milton facility. Magic act plus a 5 course meal. Each course was paired with an alcoholic beverage that was chosen so that it would bring out the special flavor of the food that it was paired with.
Now for the food. Very, very well presented, very tasty...there were a few drinks I didn't really care for like the "Espresso Milk Stout and Irish Cream" combo....way too Stouty for me. But others loved it, so this is totally a personal preference. Course 3, consisted of a "Rabbit in a Hat", which was a beer braised rabbit in puff pastry. Lovely dish, meat was tender and shredded. Side dish was "magical mushroom marshmallow"..which I have yet to figure out if it was a marshmallow with mushroom flavoring or a mushroom with marshmallow flavoring! The servers kept the dishes moving and kept the dirty dishes cleared away quickly and efficiently. I think they were definitely there to make this evening a success, so give them a definite thumbs up.
Okay, drinks and food were finally arriving, socializing was commencing, all is well. Magician introduces himself and begins doing tricks...rope trick, card tricks, mind reading, shell game. He is a hit! Very personable, quick of hand and is working the crowd.
Large gathering of friends and family, as well as small children ranging from 3 to 15. Merritt did a fantastic job of entertaining and interacting with the younger group at first, including letting some of the kids even try to duplicate his ring & rope tricks. After he did a few tricks for a group of about 25 kids and adults, he walked around doing some amazing tricks for smaller groups of 3-5 people and blew us away! Very professional, but also very personable and down to earth. I've never been to a party that had a casual performer just mingling through the crowd, but he did an AMAZING job entertaining everyone there. Great guy, and fantastic magic and slight-of-hand. -Brad P. Carrollton, Georgia
Merritt was extremely entertaining, professional, and easy to work with. True pleasure to have at our event and he went out of his way to put smiles on the children's faces benefitting from our event. Way to go Merritt!
We had such a great time with Merritt and his co-magician Zeke Powers at our annual awards banquet. His show fit right in with our theme for the night "You Are The Magic", and his illusions wer just that; magicial. Merritt was professional, funny and just plain charming! Ms. Ballard, our boss, is still talking about the "lemon trick". We would most certainily engage Merritts service again should the occassion arise. Thanks again for a great evening of entertainment. Sharon Pallas, Vice President of Administration, Universal Management Company
Merritt Ambrose was the highlight of our St. Patrick's Day party. We live in a community of retired professionals that has been here in east Tennessee for about 15 years. Some may have been a little skeptical going in, but all were soon mesmerized. Merritt has a wonderful, entertaining show, and everyone was asking "How did he do that?" time and again. Afterward, many commented that this was the best party we have organized and said we should do it every year! Merritt is not only a dazzling magician, but also a very charming person. We were all delighted with him.
Response from Merritt Ambrose:
The St. Patrick's Day party I performed at was one of the most wonderful times I have had in a long time... not just performing, but being with a group of people that were very, very nice and made you feel very welcome to there community! At the moment I arrived till the last minute I left I felt like one of them and I did one of the best shows I have done ever! Thanks for everything... Merritt Ambrose
Price Range: $125-$2000.00
Gig Length: 20 - 60 minutes
Languages: English
Here is a quote from a Vegas and Atlantic city Headliner...
A Quote from Paul Kozak "International Comic / Magician of the Decade" Appearing Nightly at The Tropicana Casino Atlantic City
"Merritt Ambrose is one the the very few, and rare Magicians who can be called both an "Artist" & "Entertainer" . His technical skills are World Class in execution and his performance skills have been honed after many years of International Performances. Merritt is brilliant at creating a "Memorable Performance" for any and all situations. I not only highly recommend Merritt, but I Personally Guarantee that you will be Amazed and Entertained by a World Class Magician !"
The Award Winning Magic of Merritt Ambrose's Close Up Magic is a great way to enhance your next important corporate/private party or restaurant. He performs close-up illusions that no one else in Atlanta does. Because his style of entertainment is performed at such close quarters, Merritt is able to move freely amongst your guests to add amazement and amusement to a drinks reception/cocktail lounge as well as entertaining at tables during/after dinner. His amazing sleight of hand and entertaining style of delivery will be remembered by your guests for a long time to come.
The Award Winning Close-Up Magic of Merritt Ambrose
Atlanta Magician of the Year for 2011
A Quote from Paul Kozak "International Comic / Magician of the Decade" Appearing Nightly at The Tropicana Casino Atlantic City
"Merritt Ambrose is one the the very few, and rare Magicians who can be called both an "Artist" & "Entertainer" . His technical skills are World Class in execution and his performance skills have been honed after many years of International Performances. Merritt is brilliant at creating a "Memorable Performance" for any and all situations. I not only highly recommend Merritt, but I Personally Guarantee that you will be Amazed and Entertained by a World Class Magician !"
The Award Winning Magic of Merritt Ambrose’s Close Up Magic is a great way to enhance your next important corporate/private party or restaurant. He performs close-up illusions that no one else in Atlanta does. Because his style of entertainment is performed at such close quarters, Merritt is able to move freely amongst your guests to add amazement and amusement to a drinks reception/cocktail lounge as well as entertaining at tables during/after dinner. His amazing sleight of hand and entertaining style of delivery will be remembered by your guests for a long time to come.
It is appropriate for private parties, receptions, hospitality suites, and other events in which people congregate in small groups.
The parlour show retains the intimate feel of close-up magic but is instead performed in a private room with the audience seated around Merritt’s custom-built table. This VIP atmosphere makes it ideal as a treat for special guests, important clients or exceptional staff members.
Your guests get a front row seat to see the incredible intimate illusions. Merritt’s parlour show best suits audiences of less than 50 people.
Merritt's walk-around magic is especially astonishing, because the magic's happening live, not on television. It happens right before his audience's eyes, within arm's reach, and often, right in their own hands. People laugh in amazement. And they gasp as their concept of the universe is momentarily shattered. Merritt’s walk-around show best suits audiences up to 300 people... weddings, receptions, conventions, restaurants, cocktail lounges, ect.
And after Merritt leaves, they often remember their extraordinary encounter with him--often only five to ten minutes--for the rest of their lives.
Merritt builds his close-up illusions himself... there is no one else that can perform his acts!!!
A Quote from Matthew Wright
" Merritt Ambrose is a true conessuer of modern magic. His attention to detail is second to none and a sign of a real professional but that counts for nothing if you can't deliver the goods. Merritt delivers every time."
Matthew Wright is the Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year 2008
March 28, 2020 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Reception |
December 13, 2019 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Corporate Event |
July 19, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Corporate Event |
March 16, 2018 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Holiday Party |
December 08, 2017 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 10, 2016 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 03, 2016 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Birthday (Adult) |
October 29, 2016 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Holiday Party (Halloween) |
October 08, 2016 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
August 20, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
February 20, 2014 | Corporate Event |
September 14, 2013 | Other |
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Gina J. said “Wow! How did he do that! Nick is awesome! I still get chills just thinking about how he picked the number right out of my mind!”
Leslie C. said “What a professional!! Mike is an amazing magician, comedian and entertainer with great professionalism. You will not be disappointed and your guest will…”
Nicole J. said “Rob’s show was incredible! All the kids and adults were equally amazed and couldn’t stop raving afterwards. We appreciated how responsive and communicative…”
Jill B. said “Steve kept our fundraiser audience captivated with his comedy mentalist performance. He was very funny and quick-witted, adapting to everyone’s reactions…”