Published on February 4th, 2023 | by Andrew Bistak
ADULTS ONLY MAGIC SHOW – COMEDY FESTIVAL 2023 @MICF
Showmen Productions, who are comedy magicians Justin Williams and Sam Hume, are headed back to their hometown for the first time in two years for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with their hilarious 18+ magic show aptly named – ‘ADULTS ONLY MAGIC SHOW’. Fresh off a stellar SELL-OUT SEASON at Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022;
Opens at The famous Spiegeltent, Arts Centre Melbourne from 13 to 16 April
“Quite possibly the Penn & Teller of Australia!”
GLAM ADELAIDE ★★★★★
“A True Triumph!”
ADELAIDE ADVERTISER ★★★★
Prepare to be WOW’D out of your comfy red seats in this absolute jam-packed adults only spectacular! Magic duo Sam and Justin have toured across the world presenting their unique display of hilariously raucous comedy, mind-bending illusions, stunningly dangerous stunts and just a cheeky hint of nudity;
WINNER – Best Magic Show, Adelaide Fringe Weeklies 2021
“A true triumph as two engaging lads deftly build a bond with the audience, going from card tricks & sleight of hand to illusions & escapes!” ADELAIDE ADVERTISER ★★★★
“We have painstakingly put together completely original routines, bringing together a range of disciplines to deliver a show that is sure to leave an impression. We guarantee the people of the Edinburgh Fringe have never seen anything like this before!” says Showman, Sam Hume.
After it’s debut season in Melbourne, 2019; the show has gone onto perform at renowned festivals across Australia and the world, including sell-out seasons as apart of FRINGE WORLD, Adelaide Fringe and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in the UK. Having completely flipped the script on what you would expect from your typical magic show – replacing the top hats and bunny rabbits with naughty comedy and sex appeal – this is magic like you have never seen before!
“Wildly HILARIOUS, wonderfully confident, and WICKEDLY inappropriate! The perfection in the illusions, sleight of hand tricks and mental games prove just how good this duo is!”
THEATRE TRAVELS ★★★★★
“We are talking about Las Vegas quality performance art here. Such is the brilliance of the whole thing. I loved every minute. This is a guaranteed night of entertainment that I couldn’t recommend more highly – without a doubt 5 stars!”
Mumble Theatre ★★★★★
“If I could give it more than 5 stars I definitely would!”
One4ReviewUK ★★★★★
“Magic at its FINEST and FUNNIEST!”
FRINGE FEED ★★★★
“Totally blown away… I couldn’t believe my eyes! This duo is a force to be reckoned with!”
WEEKEND NOTES ★★★★★
Come indulge in this rollicking evening of guaranteed entertainment, and join two of the best magicians in the business in a show that will not soon be forgotten!
VIDEO CLIP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZgu0ZU1OFQ
This show is restricted to ages 18+
Venue: The Famous Spiegeltent, Arts Centre Melbourne
Time: 09:45pm (08:45pm on Sundays)
Dates: April 13-16, 20-23 2023
Previews: April 13th 2023
Auslan Interpreted: Sunday 16th April 2023
Prices: Full Price: $35 on weekends, $29 mid-week;
Concession: $33 on weekends, $27 mid-week
Previews: $25
Bookings: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2023
Facebook: /AdultsOnlyMagicShow
Instagram: @AdultsOnlyMagicShow
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