Dynamic Ernie
Overview
Dynamic Ernie is like the Ringmaster of a Kids Circus A one man variety show doing magic, clowning, music/sing-along, dance, puppetry, juggling, balloons, bubbles and party games. He has been bringing high-energy, kid friendly entertainment to birthdays, school events, and family celebrations since 2009. This is a laugh-packed, kid-safe show with a playful mix of interactive games, silly comedy, amazing magic, funny storytelling, lively music and audience participation that gets everyone involved. Every show feels personal, smooth, and stress-free for parents. Dynamic Ernie turns ordinary gatherings into happy memories that kids will talk about for years to come.
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Price range: $285 – $495 per event
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 90 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Commercial General Liability
What to expect
Behind me I have a large unfolding Circus backdrop. I have a portable table and store my various props in the table on shelves. As I perform the show, I pull out several props at a time. The space needed for me to setup will be about 8 feet square. During my performance, I walk around the audience and interact with the children.
The clowning props, magic tricks, juggling props, musical instruments, puppets, balloons, and party games are all safe for children.
To assist with managing kids' needs, I request at least 2 adults be present during the show (or more if available). Please understand that I am an entertainer, but not a babysitter. (Other parents in the past have left me alone with large groups of children who were hard to manage.) I'm asking if adults can be nearby to help supervise the children.
Lots of activities and party games require audience participation and volunteer assistants.
About
Ernest is a native of Santa Cruz, Ca. He first studied magic at six years old, showing various tricks to his family and friends. He soon began designing and constructing his own effects and props and performed complete shows while known as The Great Whodunit.
In high school, he won a talent show as a Mime. In college, he studied Theatre Arts and showmanship, including: acting, improv, choir, dance, makeup, lighting, audio.
In 2001, he started a professional magic career entertaining children of all ages as Andar The Sorcerer. Andar performed hundreds of shows throughout the Bay Area and Central California.
In January 2014, he produced, directed, and starred in his own family friendly 2-hour stage magic show titled, An Evening of Magic and Illusion.
Ernest was Vice President of The Coastal Magicians Club of Santa Cruz County.
In 2015 and 2024 he auditioned for America's Got Talent.
Ernest expanded his act from not only being a magician, but now including many different types of performing arts. Today, Dynamic Ernie performs shows regularly for your parties and events.
Additional booking notes
Where do you want to set up the show? (living room, garage, backyard, patio, park, school, camp, etc.) I just need to be placed near a wall or stage area where nobody can walk behind me during the show.
All of the activities are choreographed to music. I have a wireless microphone headset and portable music system, so I would just need a power outlet to plug into, or close enough to use extension cords. If there is no power, I can project my voice loud enough for many people to hear.
I will need 30 min. to set up the table, props and tricks before the actual performance, so I will need to arrive early. I would like to get set up before the guests arrive to have my act ready before they get there. After I am all set up, we could start the show at any time you wish. I will also need 30 min. time after the show for breakdown and cleanup.
Influences and inspiration
Magic Mike/ Michael Stroud
The Great Blindini/ Brent Gifford
Roberto the Magician/ Bob Dippel
Shane Wright
The Red Malone
Kathleen McQuilling
Jerry Dubin
The Wizard of Odds/ Ralph Williams
Sabretooth/ James Ridner
Fred Lee
Mickey Magic
Linda Meneses
Dale Lorzo
Byron Walker
Dean Bailey
Jim Healey
Richard Myer
Brettso the Great/ Brett Bolich
Mr. Miraculous/ Ken Martin
Doug Greer
Daniel Aguirre
Susan Zeller
Phil Ackerly
Marshall Magoon
Wilki the Mediocre/ Patrick Wilkinson
Joshua Logan
Cat/ Cathryn Boult
The Surfing Magician/ Doug Hofkins
Lance Burton
David Copperfield/ David Seth Kotkin
Jeff McBride
Alex Ramon
Silly Billy/ David Kaye
Pee-Wee Herman/ Paul Reubens
The Amazing Jonathan/ John Edward Szeles
Carrot Top/ Scott Christopher Thompson
Jim Henson
Frank Oz
Jeff Dunham
Fred Rogers
Captain Kangaroo/ Bobby Keeshan
Setup requirements
working power outlet
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