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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.
Bristol Hippodrome
Mon 21 Apr
£36–£45 / 0844 847 2325
Tue 22 Apr
£36–£45 / 0844 847 2325
Wed 23 Apr
£36–£45 / 0844 847 2325
Hull New Theatre
Wed 19 Jun
£35–£40 / 01482 226655
- 20:00
Thu 20 Jun
£35–£40 / 01482 226655
- 20:00
Fri 21 Jun
£35–£40 / 01482 226655
- 20:00
Sat 22 Jun
£35–£40 / 01482 226655
- 20:00
Milton Keynes Theatre
Mon 14 Apr
£36–£45 / 0870 060 6652
Tue 15 Apr
£36–£45 / 0870 060 6652
Wed 16 Apr
£36–£45 / 0870 060 6652
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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
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
- 00:00 (Sunday morning)
Fri 16 Aug
£12.50–£16 (Family £7.50 per person Fri only) / 0141 332 1846
- 19:30
Four Nations Magic-Off
The 'Late 'n' Live' of the magic world, this night-time magical bust-up sees some of the stars of the festival's programme pull out every trick they can get their sleight-of-hands on. Performers remain top secret until the festival is underway, and the audience will be able to vote for their Four Nations Magic Champ 2013.
The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh
Fri 5 Jul
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
Tricky Ricky: Magical Madness
Award-winning children's entertainer Tricky Ricky presents his spell-binding show for all the family.
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Mon 1 Jul
£10 (£8; Children £5; Family £25 for two adults and two children) / 0131 473 2000
Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival.
Tue 2 Jul
£10 (£8; Children £5; Family £25 for two adults and two children) / 0131 473 2000
Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival.
Wed 3 Jul
£10 (£8; Children £5; Family £25 for two adults and two children) / 0131 473 2000
Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival.
6 Hats and an Irishman
It is a rollicking hour that takes in comedy, magic, improvisation, a banjo, storytelling and even some puppetry. Paddy's is not your normal stand-up. What it is, is entertaining and a hell of a lot of fun.
Laughing Horse @ City Café, Edinburgh
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
Sat 3 Aug
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
At The Illusionist's Table
Objects float, whisky materialises, dreams are revealed. Set at the exclusive Scotch Malt Whisky Society, Illusionist Scott Smith hosts an exquisite evening of fine dining interwoven with breathtaking magic. The bespoke menu provided by James Freeman, whose cuisine has recently been awarded 10/10 by The Herald, will…
Scotch Malt Whisky Society, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Sat 3 Aug
Tue 6 Aug
Ben Hart - The Outsider
Corrie McGuire for Objective Talent by arrangement with Stephen Baker. Having spent his life using magic to solve impossible problems, award-winning magician Ben Hart turns his attention to himself. Be amazed by his magic, impressed by his skill and moved by how the owner of such a brilliant mind can still be so in…
Underbelly, Edinburgh
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
Sat 3 Aug
Chris Cross: Seeing Is Not Believing…
A late night comedy magic show with a twist from the Fringe's favourite showman! Chris Cross returns for his eighth Festival Fringe with his unique comedic blend of off-the-wall magic, contortion and escapology. Cross has travelled worldwide with his show and he's even performed for the British monarchy! Expect some new…
Wilkie House, Edinburgh
Sun 18 Aug
Mon 19 Aug
Tue 20 Aug
Chris Dugdale - Magic and Mischief!
Chris Dugdale Int Ents. Chris Dugdale - Magic and Mischief! A unique blend of magic, mind control and mischief. Dynamic, hard hitting magic that will entertain and astound. You've seen him on TV now see him live! Nine Royal performances including a private show for Her Majesty the Queen, and two United Nations Command…
Assembly George Square, Edinburgh
Wed 31 Jul
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
Close Up at the Churchill
An evening of close up magic and sleight of hand.
Churchill Theatre, Bromley
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 at the Caves, Edinburgh
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
Sat 3 Aug
The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh
Fri 5 Jul
£12 / 0131 556 7060
Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival.
- 20:30
The Cult of Comedy
Laugh your socks off with this mixed line-up of comics from the UK and abroad. Hosted by Sameena Zehra.
Arch 1 Members Club, London E16
Thu 20 Jun
£5
Catch a couple of Edinburgh previews before they head northwards: Steve Nightengale's The Barnes Identity and Angelina Jolie Stole My Neighbour's Goat, starring Dan Moss, Calen Harlley and MC Joe McCarthy.
Thu 4 Jul
Thu 1 Aug
Devil in the Deck
Unusual Productions. A timeless fairy tale of love, magic and adventure set to alluring live musical accompaniment. Jack Swindle is a smooth-talking grifter cursed by a bad Tarot reading. Jack leads us into the compelling world of stings, scams and the con. Together we travel the world in search of a cure to the curse…
Pleasance Dome, Edinburgh
Wed 31 Jul
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
Free Money Magic Show
Ian Saville / Free Festival. The latest show from Ian Saville, socialist magician. Ian investigates the real meaning of money. Where does it come from? Do we really need it? Ian consults experts, and his financial adviser, who turns out to be a dummy. Stunning magic, great comedy. Ian has spent 30 years developing the…
Laughing Horse @ The Newsroom, Edinburgh
Thu 1 Aug
Fri 2 Aug
Sat 3 Aug
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
God versus The Mind Reader
Mark Cairns. Mark Cairns can't really read minds. Think of him as a fake psychic who is honest about being a fake. Three years ago, out of the blue, Mark's wife secretly converted to Islam. As someone who spends his life making people believe things that aren't true, Mark sets out to try and understand how his (now…
theSpaces on the Mile, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Sat 3 Aug
Mon 5 Aug
The Graveyard Shift: Magic on the Dark Side
Join Kreestan Sennakie, storyteller and magician in exploring the bizarre side of magic. Meet with the spirits as they tell their tales of murder, mystery and betrayal. Tread carefully, you never know what might happen on this journey to the darker side of magic.
SpaceCabaret @ 54, Edinburgh
Fri 2 Aug
Sat 3 Aug
Mon 5 Aug
Ian Kendall: An Afternoon of Magic
Seasoned Edinburgh magician and fringe regular who pulls the odd joke out of the hat. Ages 7+.
The Vault, Edinburgh
Sat 29 Jun
Sun 30 Jun
Wed 3 Jul
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.
