PLACES TO SEE MAGIC IN THE CHICAGO AREA
BARS & RESTAURANT MAGIC
EVERY THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY: O'Donovan's
Formerly Schulien's, the birthplace of Chicago Bar Magic, this friendly restaurant and bar is still home to tableside magic several nights per week by veterans Al James and Jimmy Krzak. More info.
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT: Long Grove Cafe
Enjoy the award-winning close-up magic of J.B. Brash tableside from 7-10pm. 235 Robert Parker Coffin Road, Long Grove. 847.955.9600. Open run.
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT: Rookies Family Sports Pub
This friendly neighborhood spot is featuring the walkaround magic of Magic Sam from 7-9pm. 1751 Dixie Highway, Homewood. 708.922.9200. Open run.
EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT: The Rail Bar
See Jim Maddex perform walkaround magic comfortable upscale sports bar and grill on Fridays and Saturdays at 10pm. 4709 N. Damen, Chicago. 773.878.9400. Open run.
EVERY SATURDAY: Fox's Pub
If you're near Mokena, here's your chance to see Jim Maddex at 11247 W. 187th Street in Mokena, 7pm.
EVERY TUESDAY: Fox's Pub Orland
Looking for magic in Orland Park? You can find Jim Maddex at 9655 W. 143rd Street, 7pm.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: Roosters Bar and Grill
James Jensen celebrates 15 years of entertaining families with tableside magic and balloon animals at this popular establishment. 122 W. Lake Street in Bloomingdale, 5:30pm.
EVERY SUNDAY: LaVilla
Steve Belliveau performs magic and twists balloons at this family-run Italian restaurant and lounge. 3638 N. Pulaski, Chicago. 4:30-8pm.
THEATRICAL MAGIC PERFORMANCES
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT: Supernatural Chicago
Now in its sixth straight year! Chicago's longest running theatrical magic presentation, performed at the landmark (and reputedly haunted) Excalibur nightclub by Neil Tobin, Necromancer. "He'll teach you about Chicago's paranormal history and get you involved in psychic experiments that put Jedi mind tricks to shame" (Red Eye/Chicago Tribune). Info and reservations.
EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT: The Magic Cabaret
P.T. Murphy and David Parr's new show at the Greenhouse Theater Center presents mysteries, laughs, and surprises with a weekly special guest. 7:30pm. Information and reservations.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3: Magic Chicago presents Fred Zimmerman's Psych-Out Cafe
Fred's audiences experience astonishing mind games, fascinating stories, and mind-blowing experiments that test their “psychic” abilities. hosted by Benjamin Barnes and Robert Charles. 7:30pm. Information and reservations.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10: Magic Chicago presents Jeff McBride: Magic at the Edge
This is a show NOT to be missed! The Los Angeles Times calls Jeff McBride's show "a genuinely haunting show-stopper that has to be seen to be believed." 7:30pm. Information and reservations.
SATURDAY, APRIL 10: Nothin' Up My Sleeve 8
Mystifying, dazzling, befuddling, bamboozling—some of the Midwest’s finest magicians and entertainers combine tricks, sleight of hand, amazing illusions and juggling to the delight of children and adults of all ages! 6pm. A special post-show reception in honor of Marshall Brodien will follow at 8pm. To get the special magicians-only $3 discount, use coupon code Magic8 to unlock the discount, then select the III Sheeter price. Information and reservations.
MAGICIANS TO SEE
ALL ARE AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE ENGAGEMENTS
AND ARE MEMBERS OF ASSEMBLY NO. 3 OF THE S.A.M.
Clare T. Ashley, 800.762.8863
Jay Collen, 312.316.4345
The Great Frankini, 773.586.0091
Magic Matt's Family Fun Shows, 630.244.0979
Marsh-Mallo Entertainment, 708.485.3458
Mike Harvatt, 708.499.4503
Neil Tobin, Necromancer, 708.308.1280
Joseph J. Vacha, 708.254.6041
More to come