If you are bored of spending your weekend at the movies, try something different to relax and have some fun: Reserve your ticket for a magic show! Here in the District, you have the chance to see some of the greatest and unique performances in the nation. Read on to find out the best magicians you can watch live in Washington, DC.
The Magic Duel
Website: https://www.themagicduel.com/
DC’s highly acclaimed magical entertainers Mark Phillips and Ryan Phillips perform distinguished live shows at The Mayflower Hotel in DC and The Synetic Theater in Crystal City. As part of The Magic Duel, the two comedians compete with each other for the title of “best magician,” which is determined by the audience’s votes at the end. The interactive show is not only “magical,” but also political, and absolutely hilarious. Make no mistake, though; the performances are not intended for children. You can also hire the duo for special events.
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Brian Curry: The Good Liar
Website: https://www.agoodliar.com/
Described as “a mind reader, a human behavior expert, and a LIAR,” Brian Curry creates unforgettable moments by pretending to read people’s minds and predict their future. What is more exciting is that he reveals some of his secrets at the end of the show to let you realize why he is “The Good Liar”. He performs at Washington, DC’s Capital Hilton, but you can request special events, which you can specifically design together with Curry. Among Curry’s clients are Microsoft, NASA, AT&T, and the Capital One Arena.
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Max Major – Mind Reading and Magic Show
Website: https://maxmajor.net/
Max Major, world-renowned mentalist and star of America’s Got Talent, was named “DC’s Best Performance Artist” by the Washington City Paper in multiple years. Specializing in “real life Jedi mind tricks,” Major has performed more than 2500 live shows, including overseas. Corporate events he performed at include shows for Facebook, Costco, BP, 7-Eleven, Citibank, Lockheed Martin, and more. He debuted his first original theater show at the District’s Hotel Helix in 2012.
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Washington Magic
Website: https://www.washingtonmagic.com/
Arts Club of Washington in Northwest DC hosts top-rated magicians like David Morey, Savino Recine, Jeff McBride, Eric Henning, John McLaughlin, Rahaan Jackson, Kabir Khan, and more. Interactive shows performed at a historic mansion feature comedy, illusion, mind reading, and mystery. Morey, an award-winning author and keynote speaker, performed at the Official Inaugural Balls for the 44th President of the United States, and other special events around the world.
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Kourosh Taie
Website: https://www.itsmrmagicman.com/
Professional magician and mentalist Kourosh Taie has been entertaining the DMV area with his magic and mind-reading shows for almost a decade. He performs at weddings, birthday parties, bar/bat mitzvah celebrations, corporate events, Christmas parties, Hanukkah parties, and more. Taie guarantees that you and your guests will enjoy his show, and offers a refund if you are not satisfied. “If you don’t love it, you don’t pay. It’s that simple,” he says. You can also request a virtual show, which you and your family or friends can access through an emailed private link.
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