Having lived in Los Angeles for many years and being entrenched in the variety world here, we have developed a refined taste for magic shows. Some of the greatest magicians in the world either live here or pass by regularly, performing at the Magic Castle, Black Rabbit Rose, or Illusion Magic Lounge, when they aren’t entertaining at private functions. If you are looking to hire a performer for your party, award dinner, or corporate event, please take our word for it, you won’t find anyone better than this definitive list. Each magician has their own specialty, so read through until you find the perfect one to wow your guests!

1) Johnny Ace Palmer: A true living legend, Johnny is not only a multiple award-winning sleight of hand artist, he is an absolutely captivating presence. Combining comedy with mind bending dexterity, he has been entertaining audiences of all ages in southern California for decades. His specialty is closeup magic, for groups of 10-50 people, doing classics of magic involving cards, coins, and the cups and balls, with unparalleled skill. https://www.johnnyacepalmer.com/

2) Tetro: Fully committed to his craft, Tetro is an up-and-coming star in magic. He has won multiple awards for strolling magic at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, and has equally refined talents in the fields of mentalism and stage magic. A true jack of all trades, he is a trusted client of dozens of major corporations when they are looking for stellar talent. https://tetromagic.com/

3) Sansa Asylum: Known for her mystical tarot tent, Sansa is the perfect choice if you are looking for a true psychic to provide readings at your event. Her tents are beautifully designed, as are her dazzling costumes, bringing a memorable vintage flair with her wherever she goes. Sansa also performs spellbinding strolling magic, sure to captivate your guests. https://www.mysticaltarottent.com/

4) Jeff Black: An absolute powerhouse in the luxury events world, Jeff specializes in strolling magic, performed at the highest level. His cardistry flourishes boggle the mind before the magic has even begun. Sporting an impressively long list of high end clients, Jeff performs effects that are powerful, memorable, funny, and at times quite touching. https://www.jeffblackmagic.com/

5) Magical Katrina: A true magic mogul, Katrina brings her classic vintage style to all types of events in southern California and around the world. She regularly performs at children’s parties for celebrities in Hollywood, while also putting on memorable performances for corporate clients in Silicon Valley. Her professionalism and skill is truly unmatched. https://magicalkatrina.com/

6) Pop Haydn: You won’t find a funnier, more charming, or more skilled magician than Pop. Part snake oil salesman, part time traveler, full time con artist, Pop has developed an award-winning on stage persona that might just be the best in the world. He performs highly interactive closeup and stage magic, sure to delight children and adults alike. http://www.pophaydn.com/

7) John Bendewald: A new face in magic that is quickly making a name for himself, John performs his polished sleight-of-hand at various events around Los Angeles. Specializing in closeup and strolling magic (or “mingling” magic), John brings his sparkling personality to every event, and boasts a growing list of happy clients. https://magicjohnb.com/

8) The Cosmic Romantics: Award-winning magicians who recently fooled their childhood heroes, Penn & Teller, The Cosmic Romantics perform their own unique brand of comedy magic and mentalism that has audiences falling in love all over again. They perform top notch strolling magic at a variety of events around Los Angeles, but they specialize in larger scale stage and parlour magic. If you’re looking for the perfect act for your gala, launch, private party, or corporate mixer, The Cosmic Romantics will put together a memorable experience suited perfectly for your needs. https://www.thecosmicromantics.com/

While we would be remiss not to include ourselves at the end of the list, every single performer above is an absolute gem that would bring elegance and charm to your event. There are endless magicians in Los Angeles, all hustling to make a buck, but these talents rise far above the rest. Invest in making your event memorable, and the magic will come back to you ten-fold.

Cosmically,

Elizabeth & Eric