Cosmic Underground Theater Opens in Chicago
Kayla Drescher and Harrison Lampert have opened the Cosmic Underground Theater, a new venue in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago.
News
Breaking updates, announcements, and developments across the magic industry.
In Memoriam
Jean Merlin: 1944–2025
Fond memories of a beloved mentor, author, magician, and a dearly loved friend, shared by two of the legendary magician's students and friends.
Mailbox
June Mailbox
This month we have discussions around Genii's white space, and letters complaining about nothing.
News
June Genii Speak
Discover more about Orson's monster in the darkness; and find out more about the June features taking the stage.
The Eye
David Blaine, MAJIKA, and South Africa’s College of Magic
David Blaine stops by the South African school of magic; and the school presents a unique S.A. magic show for the public.
Almanac
May 29: Brooks' Cards
Herbert Brooks opened at Hammerstein’s Theater in New York City on this date in 1905. He was a sensation in vaudeville with his card tricks and his trunk escape.
The Eye
Steven Frayne Brings Magic to talkSPORT
Steven Frayne (formerly known as Dynamo) is performing Up Close and Magical, his first major run of stage performances since his recent health issues. Catch him on talkSPORT.
Almanac
May 19: Blackstone!
Forty-five years ago, in 1980, Harry Blackstone, Jr. opened Blackstone!, his illusion show on Broadway at the Majestic Theater, the start of a 104-performance run
The Eye
Magic in North Korea
Danish Magician Jesper Grønkjær has traveled around the world performing magic where few, if any, other magicians have gone. One of those places is North Korea.
Almanac
May 13: Mysterious Edna
On this day in 1889, magician and ventriloquist Will B. Wood filed a patent for an ingenious levitation harness.
News
Dickens Parlour Theatre
Dickens Parlour Theatre in Ocean View, Delaware grew from a 40-seat garage venue into a 90-seat theater and restaurant hub after the pandemic. Now a nonprofit, it hosts magic, comedy, and music while striving to be a welcoming community space for all.
The Eye
Harry Milas’ Unfair Advantage
Australia-born magician Harry Milas has been performing a standalone show demonstrating how gamblers and con artists use sleight of hand (and other methods) to cheat at cards (and other things).