James Phelan: The Man Who Was Magic
Dare to believe in magic as the UK’s number one magic show returns a brand-new production for 2026.
Presented by award-winning magician James Phelan – most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after predicting the lottery.
Following an unprecedented five years of sold out shows around the world – The Man Who Was Magic is a dazzling, new, five-star rated magic show where secrets unravel and you’re left aching with laughter and dizzy in disbelief.
★★★★★
‘Magic is in his bones. Flabbergasted. Stunned’
Henley Herald
‘A testament to the impossible becoming possible. One to watch in the world of magic’
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Event information
Running Time: 2hrs 25mins (approx. including interval)
Age Guidance: 13+ (parental guidance recommended)
Prices include a £2.50 booking fee and where applicable, a £1.20 charge for postage will be payable
Boxes at £31.50pp are available to book by calling the Box Office on 0113 243 0808
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