MAGIC ★ JUGGLING ★ BALLOON ART ★ BIRTHDAYS ★ SCHOOLS ★ LIBRARIES ★ FESTIVALS ★ SINCE 1972 ★MAGIC ★ JUGGLING ★ BALLOON ART ★ BIRTHDAYS ★ SCHOOLS ★ LIBRARIES ★ FESTIVALS ★ SINCE 1972 ★
The Northeast's Favorite Magician
The Amazing Andy
Magician · Juggler · Balloon Artist
Fifty-plus years of classic magic, spinning pins, and twisted balloons — booked for birthday parties, schools, libraries, camps, and town festivals across Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.
Andy Charney — better known behind the sparkle as The Amazing Andy — first stepped in front of a crowd in 1972, at eleven years old, and never really stepped off. Since then he's brought his blend of close-up magic, sleight-of-hand card tricks, juggling, and balloon artistry to birthday parties, school assemblies, day camps, libraries, and town festivals throughout the Northeast.
No two shows are the same, but every one is built around the same idea: get the whole room — kids and grown-ups both — laughing, gasping, and asking "how'd he do that?" Ask any parent which moment gets the loudest reaction, and it's almost always the same one: his rabbit, appearing from the trick box at the finale.
1972Started at age 11
50+Years performing
3-in-1Magic, juggling, balloons
NortheastCT · NY · NJ · RI · MA
1972Gets his first magic kit and juggling books at age 11
1974Performs his first real show, at an elementary school fair
1984Goes full-time as a professional entertainer, at age 22
Today50+ years and thousands of shows later, still going strong
As featured in Orange CT Live, celebrating his 50th year in magic at The Strand Theater.
What Folks Are Saying…
Straight From The Guest Book
"Very Amazing Andy!"
A parent said Andy went above and beyond — the kids and even the adults were laughing the entire party, with plenty of guests commenting on the show afterward.
December 2025 · GigSalad Review
★★★★★
Verified Review
"Worth Every Penny!"
An hour of nonstop laughter — a living room full of kids stayed hooked from start to finish, and the parents ended up loving it just as much as their guests.
February 2019 · GigSalad Review
★★★★★
Verified Review
"Amazing Andy Is, In Fact, Amazing!"
Guests said the kids were completely engaged from start to finish, full of laughter and wonder, and that Andy himself was professional, fun, and right on time.
Call, email, or send the inquiry form with your event date and the kind of crowd you're expecting.
Get A Personal Quote
Andy calls you back himself — no chatbot, no sales team — and works out a number based on your event.
Lock In Your Date
No card reader, no processing fees — just a straightforward deal.
Showtime
Andy shows up early, sets up fast, and gets straight to making your guests laugh.
Cash & Check Only
No card machine, no processing fees, no surprise charges. Just an honest quote and a handshake — the way business has worked for The Amazing Andy since 1972.
Before You Reach Out
A Few Quick Answers
Do you accept credit cards?
Cash and check only — checks made out to Andrew Charney. No card reader, no processing fees, just a straightforward deal.
How long is a typical show?
Most shows run about 45–60 minutes, but Andy can shorten or stretch it to fit your schedule — just mention your timeframe when you reach out.
What ages is the show good for?
It's built to work for a mixed room — from little kids through grown-ups — so it's a good fit for birthday parties, school assemblies, camps, and family events alike.
Do we need to provide anything — space, an outlet?
Just a clear area for Andy to perform in, indoors or out. If anything in the act needs an outlet, he'll let you know ahead of time — otherwise, no special setup required.
Do you book for schools, libraries, or organizations — not just parties?
Yes, regularly. Beyond birthday parties, Andy performs for school assemblies, libraries, day camps, town festivals, and organized groups like Scout troops. Content is family-friendly and adjusts to fit a bigger, more mixed-age crowd — just let him know it's an institutional booking when you reach out.
How far in advance should we book?
The sooner the better, especially for weekends during busy seasons — but reach out even if your event is coming up soon, and Andy will let you know if the date's open.
Do you travel outside Connecticut?
Yes — Andy regularly performs throughout the Northeast, including New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. Just mention your location when you reach out.
What if our event is outdoors?
Outdoor shows are no problem — just let Andy know ahead of time so he can plan around weather and space.
