Matthew Neely

Top Performer

Akron, OH

$200 and up

Travels up to 2 hours

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Overview

Your group is sure to love Matt whose eye popping magic and fun folksy attitude provides a safe environment for the whole family.

Matt's show hilarious 30-60 minute interactive comedy magic show that will leave everyone raving about the good time they had.


Reviews

2 reviews

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Joseph K.

May 16, 2026
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Backyard Sorcery! A real pro

Booking Matthew for my wife’s 40th Birthday BBQ was one of the greatest decisions since humanity discovered fire… which, coincidentally, we were also using for burgers.
We had watched Matthew beforehand and thought, “Yeah, this guy seems pretty good.” What we actually got was a full-scale wizard invasion of our backyard.
The man didn’t just perform magic — he casually shattered the laws of physics while holding a conversation and making everyone laugh. To this moment, I still lie awake at night wondering how in the name of Merlin he pulled off the rope trick. I’ve replayed it in my head approximately 4,000 times and my brain simply files it under: “Sorcery.”
Matthew worked the BBQ crowd like an absolute legend. Adults were stunned. Kids were losing their minds. At one point I’m pretty sure even the hot dogs were impressed.
What really made the night unforgettable was how effortlessly he connected with everyone. He brought humor, energy, and that rare kind of charisma that turns a fun party into one of those “Remember when…” nights people talk about for years.
I highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend Matthew Neely — like “times a million and then launch it into space”

Hired as: Comedy Magician


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Jaime M.

May 11, 2026
Verified review

Fantastic Show!

Matt came to our nursing home for National Nursing Home Week. He was kind, hilarious, interactive, and full of tricks for all of us! Don't think about it- just BOOK HIM! Thank you Matt!

Hired as: Comedy Magician

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Booking information

Price range: $200 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - General Liability

What to expect

Strolling
From wedding receptions to community festivals strolling magic is a great options to bring the entertainment to guests. With this type of magic I stroll around your event creating memorable moments of magic. My job is to be the Chief Encouragement Officer for your event and make everyone's day a little magical.

Stage Show
My stage show is a 30-60 minute interactive comedy magic show is designed to be performed just about anywhere you can find a 8’x8′ (link hidden)e show is 100% clean and suitable for all ages. You provide the audience and I will provide a show that will leave everyone with the experience of a lifetime and feeling great about themselves.

About

I have been bringing smiles and fun to audiences across the country since 2011. I pride myself in making the process of hiring a magician as smooth and stress free as possible. My goal is to make you the hero for hiring me and everyone who sees the show feel special.

Upcoming booked events

June 2026

06

Saturday

Teen Birthday Party

9:00pm - 9:15pm

Cleveland, OH

Past booked events

May 2026

15

Friday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Akron, OH

11

Monday

Retirement Community Event

10:00am - 10:45am

Dover, OH

09

Saturday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Cleveland, OH

Influences and inspiration

Lucy Darling
Harry Anderson
Jeff Foxworthy
Henry Cho

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