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Magic shows in Las Vegas

There is no better place on earth to see a magic show than in the lights of Las Vegas. Glitter and glamor abound. The world’s most skilled magicians make their way through Las Vegas at one point or another. Some get excited and move to other places, others stay and perform almost daily. They cover almost every genre of magic, from David Copperfield’s complete illusions to Mac King’s parlor magic and humor.

This article is not about who I think you should see, but rather a directory of sorts to guide you to the artists that best suit your preferences and budget.

David Copperfield performs almost every night at the MGM Grand. He’s the epitome of Las Vegas magic – big, grand, flashy, and the best at what he does. Anyone of any age can appreciate your shows and will leave inspired. Expect to spend some money as seeing the best will cost more.

Penn and Teller perform in the Rio, and adults who want to be really fooled and entertained shouldn’t miss out. I would recommend this show to the whole family, but Penn has been known to drop the ‘F’ bomb from time to time so I would rate this show a definite ‘PG’. Again, tickets are not cheap, but they are well worth the cost.

Criss Angel’s ‘Believe’ performs several times a week at the Luxor. Although this show didn’t open up to rave reviews, I understand that Criss has dramatically increased the number of illusions and I’m starting to hear that Criss Angel who wowed a nation on television is back and going strong. If you are a Criss Angel fan, I hope you are extremely satisfied with the new look of ‘Believe’. It must be suitable for the whole family.

The Amazing Johnathan is featured on Planet Hollywood and its wild magic is definitely for grown-ups. Magic is simply a tool that Johnathan uses to make you laugh throughout the show. The non-stop virtual humor makes this one of the most watched shows in Las Vegas.

Gerry McCambridge, the mentalist, also performs at Planet Hollywood. I would recommend looking for another activity for the kids, as Gerry is a very cerebral artist whose mentalism is probably beyond the average kid. Adults will ‘get it’ and appreciate the enormous skill and professionalism displayed by ‘the mentalist’.

Rick Thomas’ magic and tigers shake up the Sahara. Rick continues the tradition of the hugely popular Siegfred and Roy, using large and beautiful creatures to add flair and flair to his shows. This show is a favorite for lovers of Las Vegas magic. Suitable for the whole family.

The Mac King Comedy Magic Show at Harrah’s is the best deal for the money in Las Vegas. Call the box office and ask for special prices. You can find good tickets for less than twenty dollars. Mac is a very, very funny guy. A couple of its effects slightly border on risk, but in a way that will make the average ‘kid’ feel like they trust them to see and appreciate the performance. I would not hesitate to take someone from the age of ten.

The Nathan Burton Comedy Show at the Flamingo is a great way for a family to spend an afternoon in Las Vegas. The World’s Biggest Magic Star on NBC; World’s Wildest Magic on NBC; America has talent; Miami Ink; and VH1’s Surreal Life is often called the ‘hardest working magician in Las Vegas …’. Full of illusions and show girls, this show will definitely be one of the highlights of your trip to Las Vegas.

Although not all magicians currently performing in Las Vegas are listed, there are several websites that list many other artists and shows currently appearing in and around Las Vegas. Wizards communicate with these sites regularly with the latest information and links to their venues, as times, dates, and details are constantly changing. Do your homework before heading to Las Vegas, as some shows sell out early. Enjoy.

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