Rapid Responder

One of the most outstanding members of The Bash for 2023!

Best of 2023

Portland

Maine

"You guys are AMAZING! I heard from so many people that you STOLE THE SHOW! The balloon creations were the best I have ever seen! I recently did a balloon twist event in the Boston area this spring and it paled in comparison to you both! You guys are 'the real deal.' Thank you again so very much for your dedication and enthusiasm. You made so many children (and adults) SO happy yesterday!" (Nancy Doyle, Southport Yacht Club, ME)

BALLOON TWISTING is a terrific attraction at just about any event! But you knew that already, since you are here looking for this! ;-) Whether a birthday party, fair or festival, town celebration, school event, corporate function or promotion--Farris Entertainment (a/k/a Magic of The Steelgraves) is here to twist some FUN into your event! 

"They were very easy to work with! Very self-managed; they arrived on time and were promptly set-up and ready to go. I can really say they were the life of the party and without them our Family Festival Night during Children's Week would not have been the same. Both Markus and Angelique had a line of children throughout the festival (3 hours!)...we actually liked them so much, we decided to keep them for an additional hour than was originally contracted!" (Katie Van Riper, Sunday River Resort, Newry, ME--booked for four years in a row)

About Us:

MARKUS STEELGRAVE has been twisting balloons for over 45 years. Also a magician and (in December) Santa Claus, he's a favorite with kids of all ages and is kind of a big kid himself at times. Tossing in some silly jokes and banter, and possibly a few quick sleight-of-hand magic tricks during the rare lull in the "balloon line", Markus keeps the pace going hilariously and never gets tired. He provides a full entertainment experience to your event in addition to really awesome balloon creations.

"Markus was amazing! He entertained the kids, made tons of balloon animals and even stayed a bit late to show my son some magic tricks." (Erin Belfort, Cape Elizabeth, ME)

ANGELIQUE STEELGRAVE is the second member of the "team". (Yes, we are married...to each other.) Also a magician and Mrs. Claus, Angelique has an extensive professional background in theatre for children (she ran her own theatre company for over 14 years). Like Markus, she has a quick wit and a knack for connecting with each person waiting in line, and is also an accomplished twister.

"Angelique was amazing! She was not only talented she was the ENTIRE package! Our residents had so much fun watching her and talking with her. Angelique was very kind , thoughtful, fun and engaged with each and EVERY one of our residents that attended our carnival at Seal Rock and we are looking forward to booking her again!!! She goes above and beyond!" (Christy Norton, Seal Rock Healthcare at Atlantic Heights, Saco, ME)

Whether solo or together, the Steelgraves will add a special touch of pizzazz to your event! 

"Working with Markus and Angelique was a dream! They are extremely talented, pleasant and very accommodating. The Timberland Company hired them to make balloon animals for its annual Halloween Celebration attended by 300 plus children and adults. Markus and Angelique were so welcoming to our guests with their charm and magic and truly captivated the audience--including the adults! It was great to see the joy they brought to each person who came to the event. We highly recommend the Steelgraves--they are a class act! (Andrea Renz, The Timberland Company, Stratham, NH)

For most situations, we offer a "menu" of quick-to-twist designs that keep the line moving while still being impressive; other events with less time constraints we can be more creative. The two of us are highly-energetic, fun-loving people who know how to engage with audiences young and old.

Rates for multiple-hour events can be negotiated; let us know what you need, and we'll put together a quote for you. For larger events, having both of us can cover more people, more quickly, during the time frame you book. Plus, when you book us, you get US--either one or both. We are the entire company. :-)

Let us know how we can help you! And remember...when it comes to Balloon Twisting, "inflation" is actually a GOOD thing. 

Have a delightfully twisted day, and we look forward to working with you soon!

Angelique and Markus Steelgrave, FARRIS ENTERTAINMENT
Steelgrave Magic
Southern Maine Santa

Our residents were blown away with the talent that both Marcus and Angelique brought to our center. We can't thank you both enough for bringing the most genuine smiles to all of their faces. We can't wait to book with you again! 

Outstanding entertainment, both magic and balloon twisting. Responsive to kids, patient with doubter in group. Careful to make sure each child had a special balloon.
Only comment is that he told quite a few stories that were interesting to the adults (3-5 in number) but not to the kids (4 in number).

Markus was amazing! He entertained the kids, made tons of balloon animals and even stayed a bit late to show my son some magic tricks. 

Balloon Twister

Absolutely AMAZING - would recommend them to Anyone. Marcus and Angelique are THE BEST!

The balloon artist was fabulous, and made our event that much more memorable

Farris Entertainment Reviews

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