Remembering Harry Monti: 1935–2026
A tribute to the kind and generous magician who influenced many, and held an historic performance run at The Magic Castle.
News
Breaking updates, announcements, and developments across the magic industry.
Mailbox
Mailbox, April 2026
A month with a monthly magazine, and some notes—and corrections!
News
The Genii Speak, April 2026
We spill the tea on what you can find in the April 2026 issue of Genii.
Features
René Lavand & His Knives
The Argentine magician described the color-changing knives as the trick that gave him everything. Roberto Mansilla explores René Lavand’s lifelong fascination with the plot.
Almanac
March 12: Mrs. Devant’s Surprise
A six-week engagement in Vienna, amd an opportunity to astonish his wife
Almanac
March 9: Keep an Eye on Henning
Bill Larsen tips a young performer for greatness
The Eye
Magic Exhibit at New York Public Library
A new exhibition opens in New York City featuring treasures from magic’s golden age
The Eye
The Economist Delves Into Magic
Keeping it real turns out the be the real secret
The Eye
Renovations at The Magic Castle
Major shifts are happening to the house on the hill
Almanac
March 1: Ads for Air Raid Shelters
London clubs trade magicians for something else
Almanac
February 22: Don Alan
The most copied close-up magician in history, with a side gig as a stand-up comedian
In Memoriam
Gordon Bruce: 1952–2026
A tribute to the legendary Scottish magician and historian, including some words of wisdom