This show belongs to the FRINGE WORLD Festival 2026 season. This season is now over.

An intimate room filled with people watching a close-up magic performance. Audience members sit closely together as a magician performs at a small table near the front, engaging a volunteer. Warm lighting and bunting create a festive atmosphere, and the event title “Perth Close-Up Magic Festival” is displayed across the top.

A magician stands in front of a fireplace, holding props while addressing an attentive audience seated in a small, warmly lit venue. Red bunting hangs overhead, and a draped screen forms the backdrop behind him.

A magician in a teal vest and black shirt stands centre stage with arms open wide, smiling confidently. Behind him is a large projection screen lit with blue and purple stage lights, and red bunting decorates the upper edges of the room.

FRINGE WORLD Festival 2026

Best of Perth Close-Up Magic Festival

Welcome to the Best of Perth Close-Up Magic Festival!

Now in our third year at Fringe World Perth, we’re thrilled to present four magical acts every evening. Experience close-up illusions performed right before your eyes—intimate, mind-bending magic from both local stars and international masters.

We’ve selected the finest magicians to showcase! Special appearances include multi-award-winning sleight-of-hand artist Stuart Lightbody and Perth’s own acclaimed magician Pierre Ulric, with more performers to be announced. All proceeds support the Perth Close-Up Magic Festival, helping us keep the magic alive in our community!

"For a spectacle of classic close-up magic, The Best of Perth Close-Up Magic Festival delivers in spades." ★★★★★ Fringefeed, 2024

Presented by: Nick Mortimer

Suitability & warnings

Content rating: G

Family friendly: No

Audience Participation: Occasional

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Presented by: Nick Mortimer

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