Calendar

Please arrive from 19:30 for a 20:00 start.

…. Please note that all evenings/events are subject to change ….

Matt Stirling Lecture

23rd June

Matt is an actor, stuntman, hypnotist, & magician. This evening lends itself as much to a talk as a lecture. 
He is a close-up and stage magician. Many will remember him on BGT where he combined magic with his stunt career.
Matt has an incredible film CV. including: Pirates of the Caribbean, Fast and Furious 6, Batman Begins, Wonderwoman, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 and 2, amongst many others. 

Join us for a fascinating insight into the world of Matt Stirling.

Stage Competition

7th July

The Stage Competition is open to the public to join us for this annual event.

When we find out …

Who will be crowned the WAM Stage Magician Of The Year 2026

Edinburgh Preview

21st July

Many magicians head to Edinburgh for the festival each year.

They need stage time to bed in their new acts and we are eager to see their ‘work in progress’ .

A great night, when you are welcome to invite your friends and family.

Forces Night

4th August

Many (if not all of us) use forces within our routines. Either for a kids trick, close-up or stage.

We ask everyone to get up and show us an effect that uses a force.

I’m sure we could be inundated with card tricks, (which we all love) however if you have something other than cards then do bring it along.

Desert Island Tricks

18th August

Young and Strange, John Lenahan, Noel Britton, Jamie Raven, Marvin Berglas, Johnathan Goodwin, Richard Jones and Fay Presto have all been on our desert Island.

I wonder who it will be tonight?

Zodiac Night

26th August

This year’s annual jovial battle with our neighbours is an away match – at the Zodiac’s HQ in Ealing.

When eight members of our of club, go head-head with the Zodiac Magical Society. 

Whose Line is it Anyway?

1st September

Improvisational fun & games.

Close Up Competition

15th September

Tonight’s the night that we find out who will be crowned the WAM Close-Up Magician of the Year for 2026.

You are very welcome to invite your family and friends.

In fact, the more Muggles the merrier!

Matthew Garrett Lecture

29th September

Matthew Garrett is a renowned close-up magician and member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star, recognized for his expertise in the linking rings.

His lecture, provide practical insights into close-up magic, featuring his award-winning “Ninja+” routines and detailed, high-level sleight-of-hand techniques.

Plus lots of other fun routines.

Prop Swop

13th October

Whether you specialise in Children’s magic, Close-Up or Stage – we ask everyone to bring a couple of tricks. One of which you can teach a fellow member.

As an example: John Duckett could be paired with Mark Chudley. John might be taught the McDonald’s Aces, followed by Mark doing Run Rabbit Run.

We will make random pairings of everyone in the room. Given a few minutes to explain the mechanics, techniques, routine and performance. 

Then we show our new found skills (or not) to the whole group.

Magic Flix

27th October

Prior to the evening, members are requested to submit a favourite YouTube clip, lasting approximately 5 minutes.

On the night, each in turn will be asked to explain why they have chosen the clip before we show it to the group.

Fool Us

10th November

We are looking for short routines roughly 5-8 minutes long. With the hope of fooling our very own Penn & Teller. Mark Shortland & Mark Chudley.

With Graham as the compare and Mick is our adjudicator. In advance of the night, Mick will discuss your trick, knowing the secrets within. He can then make a judgement as to whether you fooled them. His word is final!!!.

Marc Paul Lecture

27th October

Marc Paul is a mind reader &  psychological magician who has entertained and amazed audiences both in the UK and worldwide with his incredible award winning shows.  

His mind blowing performances of mental agility, influence and startling mind reading have made him one of the most sought after mentalists in the world today..

Magician’s Social

8th December

You’ve asked for it, you’ve got it. Simply a social night: No lecture, no workshop, no structure.

Just a chance to get together, have a chat, have a jam, what ever you wish, it’s up to you.

Kids Competition

29th December

Join us for the Kids’ comp. Fun for all ages from 3-93.

All tickets £5.00.

Doors open at 2:45pm.

Show times 3pm-5pm.

Happy New Year!

Wishing all WAM members, their friends and families a very Happy New Year.

2027 will be a magical year!