Number
1328 - Saturday 6th December 2025
Kevin
Quantum Christmas Special with guests, 22nd-24th & 28th-30th December. Back
– due to popular demand! This Christmas, in Edinburgh, enjoy a riotous fun
Christmas Magic show with magicians, illusionists and variety acts. Expect
drama, vanishes, levitations – big tricks and big wows with the glamour and
glitz of a West End magic show. See
www.christmasspecial.co.uk.
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Marc
Spelmann & Magician X: The Unexpected - Live on stage in the West
End for Christmas - final reminder! From the promoter: One of the most viewed magic
acts in Britain's Got Talent and America's Got Talent history, Marc
Spelmann and Magician X are bringing their extraordinary talents to the
stage for one night only in a show that will amaze, inspire, and stay
with you long after the astonishing grand finale.
From the moment he discovered magic at just seven years old, Marc saw
the world differently. With magic as his voice and the courage to follow
an unconventional dream, he rose from performing for free, to amazing
royalty, Prime Ministers, and international icons. But Marc's greatest
transformation came not on stage, but in life. In 2015, amidst deeply
emotional and personal circumstances he redefined what magic truly is,
not just tricks or spectacle, but a celebration of love, resilience, and
the wonder of human connection.
His unforgettable Britain's Got Talent performances touched millions,
earning hundreds of millions of views worldwide, and now, you can witness
the magic live. The Unexpected isn't just a show. It is an
immersive, heartfelt journey through the eyes of one of the world's most
original Magicians, filled with incredible magic, unbelievable
interactive connections and astonishing revelations that defy logic. An
evening of wonder, emotion, and pure magic. This is one event you simply
cannot miss!
5pm on Sunday 21st December at His Majesty's Theatre, Haymarket, St.
James's, London SW1Y 4QL. Book here: See
www.lwtheatres.co.uk.
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Royal
Variety Performance 2025. This year's Royal Variety Performance will
be broadcast on Sunday, December 21st, on ITV1, starring BGT winner
Harry Moulding.
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Liverpool
Olympia to stage an immersive and haunting spectacle in 2026: The
Matcham Experience. The Matcham Experience promises a magical and
mysterious theatrical odyssey for city audiences. Embrace the wonder and
enter a magical experience like no other with Matcham. With spectacle,
illusions, and legends, it’s time for you to defy time and witness the
greatness of Harry Houdini himself, and embark on a journey of magic and
mystery.
Prepare to be swept away by the majesty and wonder of Matcham’s
reality-transcending masterpiece. A world beyond your imagination
awaits! April 2nd-5th 2026. The Matcham Experience, Liverpool Olympia,
West Derby Road, Liverpool L6 9BY. See
www.matchamexperience.co.uk for more details and to book.
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My
Comedy Career: Pete Firman. Comic magician Pete Firman has been
performing live for over two decades. In recent years he's also become a
huge star on social media, building up millions of followers on
platforms like TikTok. We caught up with him as he tours with his latest
show, Tricks and Giggles. Read the full story here
www.comedy.co.uk .
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New
For December in the Leveridge Legacy Collection. Here are the three
latest physical items made available while the small stocks last
in Mark Leveridge’s Legacy Collection. 1. Ultimate Jumbo Stretch.
Terrific, entertaining stand up effect in which a jumbo court card,
placed between two indifferent cards, magically stretches to twice its
length, and then shrinks back to its normal size. The spectators suspect
an extra court card is used, but they are in for a surprise at the end!
2. Melt Through. A coin is dropped into an examinable brass box
which has a hole drilled in the base and lid. Magically the coin escapes
from the box, then appears back inside again! Finally, an examined
ribbon is threaded into the lid of the box with the coin still inside
and penetrates the coin and reappears through the hole in the box base.
Everything can be examined again.
3. The Complete Magic Party Book. This is the 189 page, A4 size,
channel bound, printed version of Mark’s seminal work on doing games and
magic at children’s parties. Huge amounts of professional advice
accompany 10 warm ups, 40 games and activities and 20 magic routines.
For more information and dems of these plus all the other Legacy items
still available, go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/the-leveridge-legacy-collection.
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Luke
Oseland's Desert Island Tricks.
"Three objects vanish in full view, a phone, a ring, a driver’s license and
hours later a sealed box an audience member has guarded all night reveals them
all. That’s the finale Luke Oseland built to feel like a live heist, and it says
everything about his new approach: relentless clarity, stacked moments, and
visuals that travel across any crowd..."
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
6.12.25
Magic
Sets for Christmas from Merlins of Wakefield. There’s no better time
than the holiday season to share the wonder of our Magic Sets. As
celebrations draw near, it’s the perfect moment to inspire curiosity and
creativity. Our sets offer a fun, hands-on way to introduce anyone—kids,
beginners, or curious minds—to the world of Magic, building confidence
as they learn new tricks and enjoy performing. Whether you need a
thoughtful stocking filler or a standout gift under the tree, our Magic
Sets make a truly memorable choice. Give the gift of wonder this
Christmas and let the magic begin:
www.merlinswakefield.com/Magic-Sets.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive.
A new magic clip or show every week! This week,
Paul Daniels in the Bunco Booth from The Paul Daniels Magic Christmas
Show on 26th December 1985.
See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Entering
The Reading Junior Day and more, from 1993, captured by the BBC!
Matthew Stokes writes: I was having a dig through the (huge!) BBC
Archive and came across mostly local news clips. But it got me thinking
about a very early appearance of mine back in 1993—and, lo and behold,
the clip is there! It’s from Reading Junior Day, featuring some familiar
faces like Keith Churcher, Donald Bevan, and Mark Leveridge… and me,
practising and performing my competition entry! (and yes, I did go on to
work on a cruise ship!). That year’s competition was notable for having
entries from Stephen Mulhern, Dominic Wood, Illusion builder Tim
Clothier and in-demand Vegas resident Keelan Leyser – not a bad line
up!!
Click Here. [Christian Glenwright, also seen here, went on to
perform at the Lido de Paris. Note: On the initial pop-up introduction
video, click 'Terms' and 'Let's Go' to watch the main video. DT]
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Noel
Qualter and Roddy McGhie of Trick Trick Boom
on Craig Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every week Craig Petty sits down and chats
with a well known magician; a creator, a performer, or someone who has had a
positive impact on the Magic Community. This week "Noel Qualter and Roddy
McGhie, with two new launches"
YouTube.
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MagicFest 2025 - Edinburgh, 17th-30th December. This year we have two highly innovative world premieres, plus Kevin Quantum’s ever-popular Christmas Show and performances by some of the country’s very best stage magicians. The full MagicFest 2025 Programme is now live! The 16th Edition of the festival starts on 17th December 2025 - it'll soon be time to 'unleash your inner magic'! See www.magicfest.co.uk for all shows, tickets and more info, and sign up to our newsletter to get the news first! Organiser and co-founder of MagicFest Kevin Quantum said: "It's hard to believe that Edinburgh has now had its own festival of magic for 16 years, and it just gets more exciting. For 2025 we not only have some of the top acts from Edinburgh, Scotland and beyond, but have two brand new shows." See www.magicfest.co.uk. 6.12.25
The Magic Circle Christmas Show - London, 19th-29th December. The Magic Circle Christmas Show is our much-loved
festive celebration of magic. A cherished annual tradition that sells out every
year, it begins with close-up magic and surprises throughout our building,
followed by a spectacular world-class theatre show.
This year’s lineup features an incredible roster of talent, including Penn &
Teller fooler John Archer, Stage Magician of the Year Edward Hilsum, the “James
Bond of Magic” Matthew J Dowden, the enchanting Keyro Pun from Taiwan, and world
championship prize-winner Calista Sinclair, making her UK debut performance.
19th-29th December, afternoon and evening shows. Visit
www.seetickets.com for more info and to book.
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Genius. Paul Daniels. Series 1, episode 1. Dave Gorman and an invited celebrity investigate strange ideas dreamed up by the public. Magician Paul Daniels is the first to pick his two favourite concepts, leaving the audience to vote for the one they consider the most inspired. First aired in 2005. Tuesday 9th December, on BBC Radio 4 Extra. See TV Magic for details. 6.12.25
Star
Wars Returns to Theatres for 50th Anniversary. [Han shot first obvs,
no Jabba and no added CGI, and no "A New Hope"! I was lucky enough to be
at
this screening at the BFI in the summer, and it was just perfect.
DT] See
www.starwars.com.
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"Magician
Dynamo speaks about Crohn's disease and arthritis"
Click Here • Overcoming Financial Difficulty with Steven Frayne -
Boots Opticians See What's Possible Podcast" •
Click Here "Dying boy’s wish granted as he becomes a
magician for the day"
Click Here • "Giving back just the trick to rekindle spark for B.C.
magician"
Click Here • "Mentalist Oz Pearlman’s Mind Reading Stuns the Tonight
Show Audience - The Tonight Show"
Click Here • "Fado the Great: The Nigerian record attempt bringing
magic shows back to spotlight"
Click Here • "Illusionist, ex-footballer among 12 detained over
alleged stock market manipulation"
Click Here • Many thanks as always to everyone who submitted news
items this week. See you next week, Duncan.
6.12.25
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Number
1327 - Saturday 29th November 2025
Mario
The Maker Magician returns! Fresh from a sold out run in New York’s New
Victory Theatre on 42nd Street and 16 sold out shows at Sydney Opera House,
Mario The Maker Magician returns for a limited season to Underbelly Boulevard in
the heart of London’s Soho for a festive treat. Bringing his robot magic to
delight audiences of all ages it is a show full of original magic handmade
robots and modern slapstick. Fast-paced interactive and full of heart Mario
leads you through a romping explosion of contagious energy and belly laughs. For
kids adults families everyone! As seen on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,
Blue Peter and Sesame Street. "The best kids’ magician in the world" David
Blaine. "Borderline anarchy that’s extremely good fun" **** Time Out. "Charm,
charisma and gleeful insanity" Vogue. "Very likely the best" New York Times.
Produced by Katie Rose Marchese and Chris Cox in association with Underbelly.
Runs from December 13th to January 25th. Tickets:
www.underbellyboulevard.com.
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Conjuring at the Court –
London, Sunday 28th December.
Conjuring at the Court is back, with a hilarious night of Christmas magic.
Marc Paul is a favourite at the Court with the extraordinary, engaging mind-reading act that takes him all over the world.
Danny Buckler is a marvellous comedy magician, one of the funniest magical
performers working today.
Mark Shortland combines puzzling magic with lively comedy. Penn & Teller (Fool
Us) said 'your performance was brilliant, so funny and full of life' - and he
won the British Magic Comedy Championship
John Kimmons is a favourite at the Court, we're thrilled to have him back after
three years ...a side-splittingly funny magician and ventriloquist
Doors open at 7.30pm. The show starts at 8pm and runs to 10pm with an interval.
Why not come early and enjoy a meal before the show!
To get there: it’s at the Drayton Court, 2 The Avenue, West Ealing, London W13 8PH.
Just 12 minutes from Central London: take the West Ealing train from Paddington,
or by tube on the Elizabeth Line to West Ealing, and the pub is 2 minutes walk
from the station. Parking is free from 6.30pm.
Tickets just £13 in advance. Book now at
www.conjuringatthecourt.com for
an evening full of laughter and amazement.
29.11.25
Magic
In The Air at The View from The Shard with President of The Magic Circle, Marvin
Berglas.
Get ready for a night where magic reaches new heights with an evening of wonder
and illusion at the top of The Shard.
Hosted by Marvin Berglas, creator of Marvin’s Magic and President of The Magic
Circle, experience world-class magicians performing astonishing close-up magic
and mind-bending illusions, all set against breathtaking panoramic views of the
city skyline.
Immerse yourself in two unforgettable hours of amazement; intimate, interactive,
and filled with moments that will leave you spellbound.
A sophisticated night of entertainment that takes magic to another level, a
truly Shard-stopping experience!
Dates: Thursday 11th December and Friday 19th December.
Live Show 7.30pm - 9.30pm.
Tickets: £40 per person + Booking Fee.
Click Here for more info and to book.
29.11.25
A Packed Festive Season at My Mind Rocks.
My Mind Rocks, the online mentalism community created by Looch, is celebrating
December with its busiest month to date, featuring exclusive lectures and live
sessions from top names in the art.
Exclusive 90-Minute Lecture – Jan Forster.
We open the month with a brand-new 90-minute festive lecture from Germany’s Jan
Forster, split into three chapters: Peeks & Impressions, Book Tests & Forces,
and Mindreading & Names. All chapters are now available inside the MMR course
library.
Live Lecture with Mark Evans – 10th December, 8pm UK.
Mark Evans joins us live to share his thinking on X-Ray Peek Envelopes and
practical mentalism, in a session created especially for MMR members.
Nestor Dee Live – 17th December, 8pm UK.
French mentalist Nestor Dee brings his billet expertise and psychic-inspired
work to a special mid-month session.
Festive Special with Banachek – 23rd December, 8pm UK.
Rounding off the month, the legendary Banachek joins us for a live festive
event. Ask questions, listen to stories and get incredible advice from the
world's number 1 thought reader.
Members also enjoy weekly live jams, an active community forum, and an exclusive
20 percent discount on all products at
www.ReadMyMind.co.uk.
For details or to become a member visit
www.mymind.rocks.
29.11.25
Harry
De Cruz's Desert Island Tricks.
"The motorbike appears four feet from the front row. A lady floats just
beyond the lip of the stage. That proximity rewires what audiences believe about
illusion, and it’s exactly where Harry De Cruz loves to live: smiling, present,
and letting pure astonishment carry the room..."
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
29.11.25
Mike Sullivan Lecture
- 3SM Magic, 1st December.
Ian Brennan writes:
Join us on December 1st for a lecture from the fantastic Mike Sullivan. Free for
members, £10 on the door for visiting magicians. Venue: The Greenheath Club, 21
Blewitt Street, Cannock WS12 4BE. Doors open 7.30pm, lecture starts at 8pm. We
can't wait to see you there.
29.11.25
Oliver
Meech's Effervescent Membership marks half a year with Issue 6 – out now.
Oliver's membership shares two previously unpublished tricks every month. In
issue 6, you'll find “Simple Separation” – a variation of Jack Parker’s
marvellous multi-phase plot, using a simple gaff you may already own (or can
easily make). And “Solid Puzzle” – which turns a card packet into a sliding coin
puzzle. It's part trick, part toy, all fun. Plus get access to all previous
issues. If you like fresh plots, streamlined methods and playful audience
interaction, join in the fun
Click Here.
29.11.25
The MagicWeek Video Archive.
A new magic clip or show every week! This week,
an underwater escape on Noel Edmonds' The Late Late Breakfast Show in
their "Give It a Whirl" segment, by a member of the public, Lynette, hosted by
Mike Smith and broadcast on 26th October 1985.
See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
29.11.25
Merlin's
Magic Shop is hosting an amazing Book Sale! From spellbinding tales to
magical manuals, a huge range of titles is discounted now through until Midnight
Sunday. At checkout, use the code BOOK25 to save 25% and make your reading list
even more enchanting. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or picking up a gift
for a fellow book lover, it’s the perfect time to dive into something new. Don’t
wait—these magical deals disappear after midnight on Sunday!
www.merlinswakefield.com/Books.
29.11.25
Stagecraft
Workshop: Costume, with Rob Tay - Nottingham, 1st December. In this
Stagecraft session, magician and tailor Rob Tay shares his unique approach to
designing and creating costumes built specifically for performance. Since 2009,
Rob has combined his passion for magic with the art of tailoring, crafting
bespoke period pieces for himself and his performing partner Rhys Morgan, as the
magical time travelling duo, and all round spiffing chaps, Morgan & West.
In this workshop, discover how costume design can elevate your stage persona,
support storytelling, and hide the clever details every magician needs, from
concealed pockets to ingenious mechanisms. There are a limited number of
tickets. 7.15pm on Monday December 1st. For details see
www.curiouscabaret.co.uk/workshops.
29.11.25
A
tiny Lego illusion with a Wickedly big twist. Dr Matt Pritchard has just
published a Wicked themed video that sees one of the witches magically melting.
As with a lot of his work, it’s a novel illusion featuring Lego mini figures and
hand crafted props!
YouTube.
29.11.25
The
Curious Cabaret - December 2nd, 3rd, & 4th. The Magical Mr West and the
fabulous Billy Kidd join this month’s cast at The Curious Cabaret, alongside
your host for the evening, Chris Wilder.
The Curious Cabaret is an unforgettable night of live magic, mind-reading, and
razor-sharp comedy — presented by a rotating cast of world-class magicians, each
bringing their own signature twist to the stage.
Tickets for all events can be found at
www.curiouscabaret.co.uk. December 2nd at The Berliner, Beesto, December 3rd
& 4th at The Blue Room, Lincoln.
29.11.25
Ascension The Ultimate Rising Card Miracle. Jonathan Royle writes:
After
seeing
Ian Hurst perform "Ascension" at his excellent lecture that took place on 25th
November
at The Order of the Magi in Manchester I was so impressed by the effect
and method (which is fully self-contained, and enables the deck to be used normally for other
routines) see
YouTube,
that I'd like to spread the word to help Ian find a magic manufacturer
who'd like to help him bring this effect to market.
Ian can be contacted via
hirsthypothesis@gmail.com.
29.11.25
There's No Such Thing as Hypnosis!
From the organiser: World Hypnotism Day 4th January 2026 - There's No Such Thing as Hypnosis.
The British Bad Boy of Hypnosis Alex Smith aka Jonathan Royle of
www.magicalguru.com will during this free 4 Hours Live online training
reveal to you the real shocking truth about NLP, hypnotherapy and all forms of
hypnotism and psychological mind healing including those used for entertainment by
stage hypnotists, magicians and mentalists. The 4 Hour Live online Zoom Training
running from 7.30pm on Sunday 4th January 2026 until 11.30pm is 100% Free to
attend for those who register in advance
Click Here.
29.11.25
Scottish
magician Eoin Smith has appeared on two episodes of the Written & Watched
podcast for a deep dive into the world of the book and film The Prestige.
In the first episode, Eoin and host Justin Duke explore Christopher Priest's
novel, before tackling Christopher Nolan's acclaimed film adaptation in episode
two. With a background in both literature and magic, Eoin brings a unique
perspective to the discussion.
www.writtenandwatched.captivate.fm.
29.11.25
Bargain Hunt.
Danny Sebastian presents an episode focused on vintage board games. He
visits a toy and model museum in Brighton and recalls the teams who
gambled on such table-top treasures at auction. In Surrey, a magician
and his son held faith on a 100-year-old olive wood card game counter,
while in north Wales a duo hoped to put their opponents in check with a
chess set carved from a tree trunk. Danny also learns about the ancient
origins of snakes and ladders and plays a boisterous game of skill
designed by injured First World War soldiers. Friday 5th December on BBC
One. See TV Magic for details.
29.11.25
"David Copperfield vs. Penn &
Teller's Card Magic Trick. Penn & Teller: Fool Us"
YouTube • "Piff the Magic Dragon Episode 1 - What Happened in Vegas with Penn Jillette"
YouTube • "Magician And Mentalist Asi Wind to Make Australian Debut
at Sydney Opera House"
Click Here • "Tour Dates For Magician Andrew Frost"
Click Here • "The Magic Behind the California Magic Club’s New Look"
Click Here • "Las Vegas GP: F1 meets America's Got Talent! Magician
Mat Franco wows in Las Vegas"
Click Here • "Magician forgets password to his own hand after RFID
chip implant"
Click Here • Your UK magic news is always welcomed - see you next
week, Duncan.
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