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All publicly cataloged magician profiles from the archive. Filter by era or specialty, limit to those represented in the collection, or search across biographies.
47 magicians
Sorted A–Z by name
Contemporary Magic
Criss Angel
1967–
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Keith Barry
1976–
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David Blaine
1973–
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Jorge Blass
1972–
Jorge Blass is a contemporary Spanish magician known for his innovative stage illusions and modern approach to the craft.
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Ehrlich Brothers
1978–
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Derren Brown
1971–
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Nathan Burton
1975–
Nathan Burton is a contemporary stage illusionist known for his fast-paced, high-energy shows and his successful residency in Las Vegas.
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Michael Carbonaro
1976–
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The Clairvoyants
1987–
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Colin Cloud
1986–
Colin Cloud is a Scottish mentalist known for his forensic-inspired performance style and his moniker, 'The Real Life Sherlock Holmes.'
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David Corn
A contemporary illusionist and youth evangelist based in Houston, Texas, who combines large-scale illusion with moral and faith-based messaging in school assemblies and public performances nationwide.
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Cosentino
1982–
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Aaron Crow
1968–
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Derek DelGaudio
1984–
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Jon Dorenbos
1980–
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Dynamo / Steven Frayne
1982–
Steven Frayne, professionally known as Dynamo, is a British magician who rose to global prominence through his innovative television series and street magic performances.
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Braden Foster
A contemporary magician and illusionist known for blending quick wit, self-described nerdy humor, and interactive stage illusion in family-friendly performances for audiences across the country.
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Mat Franco
1988–
Mat Franco is a contemporary stage magician who rose to fame as the first magician to win 'America's Got Talent.'
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Andi Gladwin
1985–
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Helder Guimarães
1982–
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Carisa Hendrix / Lucy Darling
1986–
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Joshua Jay
1981–
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Kristen Johnson / Lady Houdini
1977–
Kristen Johnson, known as 'Lady Houdini,' is a world-renowned escapologist who has performed more successful water torture cell escapes than any other person in history.
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Eric Jones
1980–
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Jen Kramer
1992–
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Rob Lake
1982–
Rob Lake is a contemporary stage illusionist known for his grand-scale productions and his work as a creative consultant for major magic shows.
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Jason Latimer
1981–
Jason Latimer is a modern magician, scholar, and educator known for his focus on the science behind magic and the promotion of critical thinking.
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Brian Ledbetter
A Branson-based magician and escapologist, best known for his long-running show Escape Reality, which blends grand illusion, comedy, and danger-style escapes.
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Shin Lim
1991–
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Peter Marvey
1971–
Peter Marvey is a Swiss illusionist and inventor celebrated for his highly technical, visually stunning stage illusions.
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Luis de Matos
1970–
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Jason Michaels
1975–
Jason Michaels is a contemporary magician and author recognized for his scholarly contributions and his efforts to document the art of magic.
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Xavier Mortimer
1980–
Xavier Mortimer is a contemporary French magician and multi-disciplinary performer known for his creative, artistic approach to magic and his viral digital content.
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Magic Babe Ning / Ning Cai
1982–
Magic Babe Ning (Ning Cai) is a pioneering female magician and escapologist who has gained international acclaim for her daring performances.
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Darcy Oake
1987–
Darcy Oake is a contemporary Canadian illusionist who gained international fame for his high-stakes stage performances and television appearances.
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Luis Piedrahita
1977–
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Piff the Magic Dragon
1980–
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Kevin Ridgeway
1972–
Kevin Ridgeway is a contemporary magician and escapologist known for his high-stakes performances and technical skill.
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Murray SawChuck
1973–
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Grayson Smith
1988–
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Lior Suchard
1981–
Lior Suchard is an internationally acclaimed mentalist known for his high-energy performances and ability to 'read' the minds of celebrities and world leaders.
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Mike Super
1976–
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Cyril Takayama
1973–
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Joe M. Turner
1968–
Joe M. Turner is a respected magician, author, and scholar who has contributed significantly to the intellectual and historical study of magic.
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Steve Valentine
1966–
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Justin Willman
1980–
Justin Willman is a contemporary magician and television personality known for his innovative, modern approach to magic and his popular media projects.
Contemporary Magic
Asi Wind
1975–