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La Clique
The outrageous, unforgettable, legendary La Clique returns to Brighton with an array of dangerously charismatic characters. A magical show like no other, La Clique was born in 2003 and went on to scoop a host of awards, including an Olivier, before playing to sell-out houses world-wide. Funny, sexy and dangerous, La…
The Spiegeltent, Brighton
Sun 19 May
Tue 21 May
Wed 22 May
Derren Brown: Infamous
- Directed by: Polly Findlay
- Written by: Iain Sharkey
The master of mentalism takes his brand new show (we hope he's actually written it by the time it gets here) on the road, melding mind games, illusion, showmanship and masses of charm. Not suitable for children under 12 years.
Alhambra Theatre, Bradford
Mon 27 May
£32.50–£38 / 01274 432000
- 20:00
Tue 28 May
£32.50–£38 / 01274 432000
- 20:00
Wed 29 May
£32.50–£38 / 01274 432000
- 20:00
Bournemouth International Centre
Fri 7 Jun
£25–£35 / 0844 576 3000
- 19:30
- 19:30
Sat 8 Jun
£25–£35 / 0844 576 3000
- 19:30
- 19:30
De Montfort Hall, Leicester
Mon 3 Jun
£30–£35 / 0116 233 3111
- 20:00
Tue 4 Jun
£30–£35 / 0116 233 3111
- 20:00
Wed 5 Jun
£30–£35 / 0116 233 3111
- 20:00
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Peter Powers
Hypnotist act from Powers, who has been called 'the Ali G of stage hypnosis'. Please note the Fri show is a 'Family Fun Night', Sat 7.30pm show is 'Anything Goes' (safe for teens) and the Sat 'Midnight Madness' is over 18s only.
Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Fri 9 Aug
£12.50–£16 (Family £7.50 per person Fri only) / 0141 332 1846
- 19:30
Sat 10 Aug
£12.50–£16 (Family £7.50 per person Fri only) / 0141 332 1846
- 19:30
Fri 16 Aug
£12.50–£16 (Family £7.50 per person Fri only) / 0141 332 1846
- 19:30
The All New Gaiety Whirl
The Gaiety's summer variety extravaganza is brought back to life by Michael Courtney and guests such as award-winning magic act Safire and acclaimed soprano Elizabeth Atkinson.
Gaiety Theatre, Ayr
Mon 24 Jun
£16.50 (£15.50 ; £2 off tickets bought before May 13) / 01292 288235
- 19:30
Tue 25 Jun
£16.50 (£15.50 ; £2 off tickets bought before May 13) / 01292 288235
- 19:30
Wed 26 Jun
£16.50 (£15.50 ; £2 off tickets bought before May 13) / 01292 288235
- 19:30
Ali Cook: Principles and Deceptions
Star of TV shows such as Penn & Teller: Fool Us and Dirty Tricks, Ali Cook presents an awe-inspiring array of illusionary entertainment. Ages 12+.
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Sat 29 Jun
Sun 30 Jun
Tue 2 Jul
Close Up at the Churchill
An evening of close up magic and sleight of hand.
Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Fri 24 May
Fri 21 Jun
The Colour Ham
Magical comedy sketch group comprising Colin McLeod, Gavin Oattes and Kevin McMahon, making good use of absurdity, magic and mentalism. Member Gavin Oattes allegedly once licked Paul Daniels' face, so anything could happen, really. Over 18s only.
Just the Tonic, Edinburgh
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
£8 (£7) / 0131 556 5375
Sat 3 Aug
£8 (£7) / 0131 556 5375
Fritz with a Z: Let’s Go Dutch
Dutch magician Fritz Alkemade dazzles with his card tricks. Ages 7+.
The Vault, Edinburgh
Sat 29 Jun
Sun 30 Jun
Mon 1 Jul
I Can Make You A Mentalist
Best Cabaret Brighton Fringe 2012 Award winner returns with a brand-new comedy mind-reading show which turns the audience into mind-reading mentalists. Sold out in 2012 and 2011. “Imagine if Derren Brown was funny” (Evening Standard). Expect comedy, animation, interaction and mind blowing miracles performed by you, the…
The Warren, Brighton
Fri 24 May
Sat 25 May
Into the Woods
An outdoor performance of Sondheim's classic musical.
Doubletree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro Hotel
Thu 30 May
£10–£12 / 01786 822551
- 19:30 – 22:00
Fri 31 May
£10–£12 / 01786 822551
- 19:30 – 22:00
Sat 1 Jun
£10–£12 / 01786 822551
- 19:30 – 22:00
Late Night Myths with Colin McLeod, Marcus Gordon and Elliot Bibby
Late night show with some mind-blowing magic and, we're guessing, some mind-reading thrown in too. Ages 12+.
The Vault, Edinburgh
Sat 29 Jun
Sun 30 Jun
Lewis Barlow: The Way of the Magician
Close-up magic from Lewis Barlow, award-winning conjuror and magical consultant to the BBC. Ages 8+.
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Luke Jermay: 6th Sense
Mind magic from the mentalist maestro and creative consultant to Derren Brown. Ages 14+.
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Sat 29 Jun
Sun 30 Jun
Tue 2 Jul
Magic and Variety Gala Show
The Edinburgh International Magic Festival kicks off with a gala show featuring many of the acts performing across the festival. Ages 5+.
Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Fri 28 Jun
£16–£24 (£12–£20; Children £12; 2.30pm preview £10) / 0131 473 2000
Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival.
Magic Dinner
Enjoy a three course meal while cabaret close-up magic, mindreading and illusion take place around your table. Ages 16+.
The Royal Scots Club, Edinburgh
Sat 29 Jun
MagicFest at SKYbar
This is where the magic happens … watch your wallet as all those light-fingered types move into the bar. Over 18s only.
Point Hotel, Edinburgh
Thu 4 Jul
Morgan & West: A Grand Adventure
Time-travelling Victorian tricksters astound with their spiffing spectacles. Ages 7+.
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Sat 29 Jun
£12 (£10; Children £8) / 0131 473 2000
Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival.
Sun 30 Jun
£12 (£10; Children £8) / 0131 473 2000
Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival.
Morgan & West: Clockwork Miracles
Wander into the world of Morgan & West! See the multitude of magical marvels strewn hither and thither and discover the curiosities and confoundments concealed within. Be you urchin, industrialist or lady of leisure prepare to cover your ankles - Morgan & West will literally blow your socks off. A family friendly…
Komedia, Brighton
Fri 24 May
Sun 26 May
Oliver Meech: When Magic & Science Collide
Magic boffin Oliver Meech meddles with forces we barely understand. Brain-boggling tricks inspired by mind-blowing science, in a comedy magic show for the QI generation. It's the Natural Selection! “Real gasps of awe” (Broadway Baby), “Could rival superstar Derren Brown” (Theatre Wales), “Funny, endearing, impressive…
The Hobgoblin, Brighton
Tue 28 May
Wed 29 May
Thu 30 May
Paul Nardini : The Parlour Magician
Magic Circle member Paul Nardini amazes with his close-up magic and sleight of hand. Ages 12+.
The Vault, Edinburgh
Mon 1 Jul
Tue 2 Jul
Wed 3 Jul
Thu 4 Jul
Paul Wilson: Sleight of Hand
The master of scams and star of The Real Hustle returns with more of the explanations behind the wily ways of con artists. Suitable for ages 12+.
Point Hotel, Edinburgh
Pete Firman
Entertainment from the comedian and magician, star of BBC 1's Magicians, bringing together weird tricks and a cocky performance.
Pleasance Theatre, London N7
Sat 29 Jun
£7.50 / 020 7609 1800
Edinburgh preview.
- 20:00 – 21:00
Udderbelly At Southbank Centre, London SE1
Sat 1 Jun
£20.50–£15.50 Booking: £1.75 (Members £0.00) (£14)
- 19:45
Pete Picks Your Brains!
For the last four years, Peter Campbell-Wells has brought irreverent and silly mindreading shows to late-night audiences at Brighton Fringe. For his fifth visit, he’s bringing some of his most juvenile and irresponsible mindreading stunts to family audiences, aged ten to adult. 'Pete Picks Your Brains' features his best…
The Quadrant, Brighton
Sat 25 May
Sun 26 May
Mon 27 May
The Seance
Something wicked this way comes, blurring the lines between real life and drama.
New Wimbledon Theatre, London SW19
Tue 21 May
Wed 22 May
Thu 23 May
The Secret Room
Travel back in time to a secret room in the castle whose mysterious past is conjured up by a cast of storytellers and magicians. Ages 10+.
