Matt Johnson - Master Magician & Escape Artist
Other Magic & Illusion Act
(17 Reviews)Based In: Vancouver, British Columbia
Performs: Worldwide
From: $5000
Description
Matt’s show is not simply a magic show it’s a glimpse into the life and dedication of a born illusionist. Matt’s performances are absolutely unique and completely captivating. He delivers his illusions & Escapes with the edge of a street magician combined with the slick presence of a seasoned stage performer.
Every performance incorporates magic, mentalism, Illusions, Escapes, the power of suggestion, stunts, comedy and audience participation into a performance that has been hailed a "FABULOUS ACT!" by Las Vegas magicians Penn & Teller and "INCREDIBLE!" by Simon Cowell
Prepare to l
... augh, cry, star in the show and hang on to the edge of your seat! Matt Johnson Live is an intimate stage performance from one of Magic’s brightest stars!
Biography
Matt Johnson is originally from the UK but now resides in Vancouver, Canada. Matt has been performing and perfecting his craft in the art of Magic and Escapology for more than 20 years.
Over the past 20 years he has literally traveled the globe performing in exotic locations such as Japan, UK, Canada, Dubai, Argentina and Australia and for companies such as Norwegian Cruise Lines, Mercedes, Ford, AT&T, Toyota and Microsoft to name just a few.
On his travels around the world his knowledge of the arts grew and he picked up techniques and skills from the countries he visited and the people
... he met along the way. It’s this unique perspective that has allowed Matt to make his performances completely unique and utterly captivating.
Not your typical magician, instead Matt has crafted a style know as Urban Deception. A refreshingly cool mix of urban style street magic combined with the comedic timing and slick stage presence of a seasoned corporate performer.
Every performance incorporates magic, sleight of hand, mind reading, the power of suggestion, razor sharp comedy timing and audience participation into a performance that has been hailed as “…Simply Brilliant!”
Matt also has countless TV and movie credits to his name.
Matt has appeared on numerous tv shows around the world including Britain's Got Talent, America's Got Talent, The World's Best, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Tu Si Que Vales in Rome, Man vs History & Penn & Teller Fool Us.
Reviews (17 Reviews)
Experience
1994 to 1996 - 2 years aboard P&O Ships
1996 to 1998 - 2 years in Japan as the resident magician for Hilton Hotel
1998 to 2015 - Magician Based in Vancouver, Canada performing at events both in Canada and Internationally.
(1998 to 2015 Notable performances)
The world Championships of Magic - UK
The Adelaide magic convention - Australia
Bubbles and balloons festival - Dubai
Dynamite Days - Holland
I.B.M. Convention - UK
International magic - Belgium
2 European tours 2010 and 2015 - Austria, France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Holland, Belgium, Norway
C.A.F. Festival (2008, 2009, 201
... 0, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014) - Whistler, Canada
Magic Castle - Hollywood, California
Magic Circle - London, UK
3 UK tours
2016 Appeared on hit tv show Wizard wars
2017 to 2019 Performing world wide aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines
2017 Appeared on the hit TV show Penn & Teller Fool Us
2018 Semi-Finalist on Britain's Got Talent
2018 Semi-Finalist on Italian tc show Tu Si Que Vales
2019 Semi Finalist on tv show The World's Best on CBS
2019 Guest on the Late Late Show with James Corden
2019 Touring with The Illusionists from Broadway - Touring in Panama, Mexico City, Saudi Arabia
2021 Quarter Finalist on America's Got Talent
2021 Star of Big Apple Circus/Broadway New York
2022 to Present Day - Headline Act on the Celebrity Beyond/Celebrity Cruises Worldwide
Previous Clients
Norwegian Cruises
Celebrity Cruises
BGT
AGT
Big Apple Circus
Corporate events,
Fortune 500 companies
Festivals Worldwide,
Theatres Worldwide
AT&T
TD Bank
HSBC
Transition Lenses
Microsoft
100's more
Suitable for
Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Birthday Party (Teen) Bridal Shower Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christmas Party Club Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Graduation Party Grand Opening Party Hanukkah Celebration High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event Jewish Wedding New Year's Eve Party Nightclub Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Prom Night Quinceañera / Sweet 16 Party Retirement Party School Event Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Virtual Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception
Acting Experience
National TV commercial for NationWide Insurance (Principal Actor)
National TV commercial for Balderdash (Principal Actor)
TV Show Secret Agent Man (Stunt Performer)
Britain's Got Talent
America's Got Talent
Late Late Show
World's Best
Man vs History
Penn & Teller Fool Us
Wizard Wars
Tu Si Que Vales
Penguin Magic
Murphy's Magic
.....more
Physical Characteristics
Meet the Act
Matt is originally from the UK and has lived in BC, Canada for the past 25 years.
When not performing all over the world Matt loves to spend time with his family in BC. He can usually be found walking his dog Yogi, kayaking, hiking, skiing, playing VR or hanging out in his Star Wars room (he's a bit of a geek)
He has also recently become a very proud grandfather :)
Virtual Services Offer
Matt Johnson - Virtual Magician
The biggest difference to a Virtual Show & watching tv or a YouTube video is that you get to interact with the show and Matt LIVE! It’s a completely unique entertainment experience!
Because the show is virtual no audience is too LARGE or too small. The perfect entertainment for business meetings, corporate events, private parties and more!
Why Choose a Virtual Show?
1) It’s easy to attend! You book the show, we send you the link and then all you have to do is sit back and enjoy. All you and your guests need is a computer or laptop with a camera and microphone.
2) Each virtual show is highly interactive.
3)Traditional travel and lodging expenses for the performer are cut out making the show experience more affordable
4) The show is not limited by the number of guests in attendance. Whether 2 or 2002 we have a show to suit your needs and budget.
5) It’s the perfect form of entertainment for business meetings, corporate events, private parties, conferences, holiday parties and more.
6) Shows are available in any international time zone and can be viewed anywhere in the world.
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