Charity Galas · Santa Monica
Magician for Charity Galas in Santa Monica
The entertainment that warms the room before the ask — and keeps wallets open all night.
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By Scott Syme · Last Updated March 2026
Planning a fundraiser or charity gala in Santa Monica? The entertainment you choose sets the emotional temperature of the entire evening. White Rabbit delivers world-class close-up magic and mentalism that creates an atmosphere of generosity, delight, and genuine human connection — exactly the energy you need before the paddle goes up.
Charity galas in Santa Monica bring together the local tech community, creative professionals, and established donors who care about the cause and care about how the evening feels. Scott's cocktail hour magic creates the kind of energy that makes donors feel connected to each other and to the room. By the time the ask comes, people are already in a generous mood because the evening has been genuinely special, not just another fundraiser with a silent auction.
The format works well at Santa Monica venues — hotel ballrooms, oceanview event spaces, private homes near the bluffs. Roaming magic during the reception builds warmth, and if there's a live auction, the crowd is already engaged by the time bidding starts. The entertainment serves the fundraising goal without ever feeling like a sales pitch.
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Dates fill quickly, especially during peak event season. Tell us about your event and we'll confirm availability within 24 hours.
New year, new events. March and April dates are now open for booking.
From black-tie fundraisers at Casa del Mar to intimate donor dinners at Giorgio Baldi, White Rabbit creates the kind of moments that loosen wallets and warm hearts across Santa Monica's most prestigious philanthropic events.
Scott can also perform a pre-auction parlor show that electrifies the room right before the live auction, creating a surge of energy that translates directly to higher bids. Every element of the performance is tailored to serve your fundraising goals.
Available for nonprofit galas, charity auctions, philanthropic dinners, and fundraising events across Santa Monica. Dates during gala season (September–December) fill early. Reach out now.
In a city where world-class entertainment is the baseline expectation, your guests have seen it all — studio premieres, private screenings, exclusive launches. That's what makes White Rabbit different: the magic is intimate, personal, and impossible to fake a reaction to, even for the most jaded LA audience.
Southern California audiences appreciate sophistication without pretension — effortless cool backed by genuine craft.
What's Included
- Pre-event consultation to tailor the performance to your audience and goals
- World-class close-up magic, mentalism, and audience interaction
- Professional appearance. Scott arrives in signature style, ready to elevate
- Full production support for private shows (lighting, sound, staging)
- A follow-up to make sure your event exceeded expectations
Frequently Asked Questions
"I've never seen a room full of executives laugh that hard. Every single person came up to me afterward asking where I found him."
VP of Marketing, Tech Company
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Tell us about your Santa Monica event (date, guest count, and vibe) and we'll craft a custom experience your guests will never forget.
New year, new events. March and April dates are now open for booking.
Most clients book 2–4 weeks in advance · No obligation to inquire
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