Welcome to the Australian Institute of Magic

The Magic Manor

I have just returned from what is, without a doubt, the BEST permanent magic attraction in Australia. In fact, it ranks right up there with the very best in the world. MAGIC MANOR is located in the A MAZE’N’THINGS complex on Phillip Island, about 90 minutes drive from...
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Rex Reeve Magic Auction

Coming up on Tuesday November 22 is a huge opportunity to pick up some excellent new and used magic at bargain prices as Rex Reeve’s magic collection goes under the hammer. You can take a look at the catalogue HERE. Bidding starts at 7.30pm at THE MAGIC ZONE 25 Michellan...
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Josh Staley hosts Magicians At Work

This is the SECOND LAST Magic Night EVER to be held at Dane Certificate’s before it closes at the end of the year so DON’T MISS OUT! Hosted by Josh Staley, tonight’s artists include Micky Sharon, Julian Berghella, Lucas Kogaki, Liam Jumpertz, Dane Certificate,...
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Tim Mason on The Morning Show

On September 10, Tim Mason, the very first Australian Junior Champion of Magic, will perform in The Victorian State Schools Spectacular at The Hisense Arena in Melbourne. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Not only is he featured in this massive show, but he was chosen to promote the event...
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Did Simon Coronel fool Penn & Teller?

It aired just a few days ago in the USA but Simon Coronel became the first Australian ever to appear on the hit TV show ‘Penn & Teller: Fool Us’. Simon performed his version of ‘Three Fly’ which Penn declared not just “a version of Three...
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The Festival is Over!

The Melbourne Magic Festival is over for another year and once again it smashed all previous records. Over 10,000 people came to see over 300 performances of 55 different shows over 13 days. An amazing event with lots of pics on the official Facebook page HERE and lots and lots...
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A new world record!

Last month a team of magicians from The Melbourne Magic Festival set out to do the impossible – to break the 12 year record of 75 hours for the world’s longest non-stop magic show. We are pleased to report THEY DID IT! Not only did they set a new record, they raised...
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David Copperfield talks about illusion

  Two days ago David Copperfield gave a fascinating talk for the Cannes Lions group on branding. How can the secrets of a master illusionist be employed in an ever more connected and transparent environment. In this mix of a one-on-one interview and stage performance,...
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World’s Longest Magic Show

Melbourne Magicians Seek to Break ‘Unbreakable’ 12 Year Record in support of Variety – The Children’s Charity. In 2016, a group of ambitious and dedicated Australian magicians will be attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the World’s Longest Magic Show with a...
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Anthony Laye – Premonition

Special discount ticket offer for this week only! Book now to see ANTHONY LAYE. Can he really see into the future? Or maybe he’s just playing with human perception? Whatever the case, when you experience the mind-bending talents of Anthony Laye, you’ll forever question what you...
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First SOLD OUT show of the 2016 MMF

The Melbourne Magic Festival takes place at The Northcote Town Hall from June 27 to July 9 but tickets are already disappearing fast! Congratulations to Tracy Tam who has sold out her FRIDAY JULY 1 session of ‘Why Are Kids Smarter Than Adults?’ This will be Tracy’s first...
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Magic dominates on AGT Grand Final

We’re all excited to see GENTLEMEN OF DECEIT representing magic in the Grand Final of Australia’s Got Talent, but just to make Sunday night TV even more appealing, COSENTINO (The Grand Illusionist and Patron of The Melbourne Magic Festival) will be making a special...
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Magic at The Comedy Festival

While it’s not as exciting to magic fans as The Melbourne Magic Festival, this year The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is featuring several of our favourite magicians!   MAGICSPORTS – The completely improvised magical version of “Whose Line Is It...
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MagicSports preview on March 8

At the next Magicians At Work night we’re in for a real treat as it will include a preview of the upcoming Melbourne International Comedy Festival Show – MAGICSPORTS! At 7.15pm you’ll head into the theatre and take the best seat in the house as you prepare for a 60...
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Magicians At Work – This Tuesday Night!

After a break in January, our MELBOURNE MAGIC NIGHTS are back with a brand new format! MAGICIANS AT WORK takes a peek behind the velvet curtain and allows you to see magicians creating brand new illusions. YOU will be at the cutting edge of magic and discover whether our artists...
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