Shows to See
EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT: The Magic Cabaret
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: Magic Chicago
FRIDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS: The Magic Parlour
MARCH 27-MAY 6: The Rosenkranz Mysteries
MARCH 10-MAY 6: Neil Tobin, Necromancer: Near Death Experience
7 DAYS A WEEK: Chicago Magic Lounge
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: Magic Chicago
FRIDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS: The Magic Parlour
MARCH 27-MAY 6: The Rosenkranz Mysteries
MARCH 10-MAY 6: Neil Tobin, Necromancer: Near Death Experience
7 DAYS A WEEK: Chicago Magic Lounge
Theatrical Shows to See:
March 10–May 6: Neil Tobin, Necromancer: Near Death Experience
INDY FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVAL AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD WINNER! Don't miss this interactive and magical theatre experience about life and death ... presented in the historic May Chapel of Rosehill Cemetery. You'll laugh, ponder and wonder. But don't bring the kids. This is grown-up, dead-serious fun. CRITIC'S PICK — Windy City Times
FRIDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS: The Magic Parlour
Award-winning, third-generation magician Dennis Watkins delivers an evening of sophisticated tom-foolery in one of the Windy City's most unique entertainment experiences. The Magic Parlour is replete with mind-blowing magic and mind reading in an intimate suite at the historic Palmer House Hilton Hotel.
MARCH 27-MAY 6: The Rosenkranz Mysteries
Prepare for an elegant evening of rarely seen magic and illusion. Internationally regarded illusionist and award winning physician Ricardo Rosenkranz, invites us into his study so that he may share the magical performances he so dearly loves. Along the way we learn about his connection between medicine and magic witnessing mysteries that might unlock the mind and warm the heart.
7 DAYS A WEEK: Chicago Magic Lounge
Featuring close-up magicians, bar magicians, and stage acts, the Chicago Magic Lounge is the newest venue to see live performers. Includes a rotating cast of regular performers plus special guests. 21+ only Monday-Saturday evenings, with an all-ages show on Sundays at 2 PM.
March 10–May 6: Neil Tobin, Necromancer: Near Death Experience
INDY FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVAL AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD WINNER! Don't miss this interactive and magical theatre experience about life and death ... presented in the historic May Chapel of Rosehill Cemetery. You'll laugh, ponder and wonder. But don't bring the kids. This is grown-up, dead-serious fun. CRITIC'S PICK — Windy City Times
FRIDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS: The Magic Parlour
Award-winning, third-generation magician Dennis Watkins delivers an evening of sophisticated tom-foolery in one of the Windy City's most unique entertainment experiences. The Magic Parlour is replete with mind-blowing magic and mind reading in an intimate suite at the historic Palmer House Hilton Hotel.
MARCH 27-MAY 6: The Rosenkranz Mysteries
Prepare for an elegant evening of rarely seen magic and illusion. Internationally regarded illusionist and award winning physician Ricardo Rosenkranz, invites us into his study so that he may share the magical performances he so dearly loves. Along the way we learn about his connection between medicine and magic witnessing mysteries that might unlock the mind and warm the heart.
7 DAYS A WEEK: Chicago Magic Lounge
Featuring close-up magicians, bar magicians, and stage acts, the Chicago Magic Lounge is the newest venue to see live performers. Includes a rotating cast of regular performers plus special guests. 21+ only Monday-Saturday evenings, with an all-ages show on Sundays at 2 PM.
Bar and Restaurant Magic
EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY, AND SUNDAY :O'Donovan's
FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY: O'Donovan's Restaurant
The original home of bar magic, formerly known as Schulien's. Featuring a rotating roster of performers to perform close-up right at your table! 1801 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago, 6-10 PM.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: Fox's Pub Orland
Looking for magic in Orland Park? You can find Jim Maddex at 9655 W. 143rd Street, 6-8pm.
FIRST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH: Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
At last—Jim Maddex, magic and Mexican food, all in the same place. 14853 Founders Crossing in Homer Glen, 6:30-8:30pm.
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.
EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT: Mike Ditka's
Enjoy the sports-themed magic of Jeff Scanlan at 2 Mid-America Plaza in Oakbrook Terrace, 6:30-9pm.
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.
EVERY SUNDAY:: Carlucci Restaurant
The Amazing Brando performs tableside magic from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. 1801 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove, on the southwest corner of Butterfield Rd at the I-355 expressway.
EVERY FRIDAY, SATURDAY, AND SUNDAY :O'Donovan's
FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY: O'Donovan's Restaurant
The original home of bar magic, formerly known as Schulien's. Featuring a rotating roster of performers to perform close-up right at your table! 1801 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago, 6-10 PM.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: Fox's Pub Orland
Looking for magic in Orland Park? You can find Jim Maddex at 9655 W. 143rd Street, 6-8pm.
FIRST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH: Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
At last—Jim Maddex, magic and Mexican food, all in the same place. 14853 Founders Crossing in Homer Glen, 6:30-8:30pm.
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.
EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT: Mike Ditka's
Enjoy the sports-themed magic of Jeff Scanlan at 2 Mid-America Plaza in Oakbrook Terrace, 6:30-9pm.
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.
EVERY SUNDAY:: Carlucci Restaurant
The Amazing Brando performs tableside magic from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. 1801 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove, on the southwest corner of Butterfield Rd at the I-355 expressway.
Magicians to See
THESE MAGICIANS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE ENGAGEMENTS AND ARE MEMBERS OF S.A.M. ASSEMBLY NO. 3
Jay Collen, 312.316.4345
Magic Matt's Family Fun Shows, 630.244.0979
John Sturk, 773.769.7646, www.johnsturk.com
Neil Tobin, Necromancer, 708.308.1280, http://www.necromancerevents.com
AJ Sacco, Magical Myster AJ, 330.532.TRIX, www.ajsacco.com
Edd Fairman, Wizard of Sorts, 773.818.0195, www.wizardofsorts.com
Steve Belliveau, 630.213.8000, www.sbmagic.com
Jay Collen, 312.316.4345
Magic Matt's Family Fun Shows, 630.244.0979
John Sturk, 773.769.7646, www.johnsturk.com
Neil Tobin, Necromancer, 708.308.1280, http://www.necromancerevents.com
AJ Sacco, Magical Myster AJ, 330.532.TRIX, www.ajsacco.com
Edd Fairman, Wizard of Sorts, 773.818.0195, www.wizardofsorts.com
Steve Belliveau, 630.213.8000, www.sbmagic.com
Local Purveyors
Magic, Inc. - 1838 W. Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
773-334-2855
www.magicinc.net
Ash's Magic Shop - 4955 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
773-271-4030
www.ashsmagic.com
Midwest Magic - 9706 Franklin Ave, Franklin Park, IL
847-455-4288
www.midwestmagic.net
773-334-2855
www.magicinc.net
Ash's Magic Shop - 4955 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
773-271-4030
www.ashsmagic.com
Midwest Magic - 9706 Franklin Ave, Franklin Park, IL
847-455-4288
www.midwestmagic.net
Other Chicago Magic Clubs
IBM Ring 43 - Evanston
S.A.M. Assembly 148 - Elmhurst
S.A.M. Assembly 106 - Joliet
Conjurors Corner Magic Club - Mt. Prospect
Mazda Mystic Ring - Elgin
Magic Masters - Tinley Park
A.C.E.S. Magic Club - Arlington Heights
S.A.M. Assembly 148 - Elmhurst
S.A.M. Assembly 106 - Joliet
Conjurors Corner Magic Club - Mt. Prospect
Mazda Mystic Ring - Elgin
Magic Masters - Tinley Park
A.C.E.S. Magic Club - Arlington Heights