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Alakazam: What even is magic?
 

Nominated for Best Comedy: Melbourne Fringe Festival 2024

What even is magic?

A bunny out of a hat? A sunset? Cutting a good-looking lady in two? What IS magic? Let's find out together in the most magical place on earth, Trades Hall.

After a sellout season at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Ben McCarthy is back with a brand-new comedy show: Alakazam, a playful solo-comedy featuring clowning and interactive games.  

In 2024 Ben debuted ‘Cadet Kelly is the Best Movie I’ve Ever Seen In My Friggin Life’ at the Melbourne Fringe which received a nomination for Best Comedy of the festival.

"A standout slice of silliness" ★★★★ – Chortle
"I have no idea what I just watched, but my cheeks hurt from laughing." Fringe Comedy Judge

DISCLAIMER: This is not a real magic show involving magic tricks. There is however magic all around us which means every show is a magic show.

Performing as part of Melbourne Fringe.
Recommended for ages 16+

 

Event details

Venue: Trades Hall, 2 Lygon St. Carlton VIC 3053
Bookings: https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/events/alakazam
Start Date: Friday 10 October 2025

Date: 8-19 October
Times: 8:30pm-9:30pm Wednesday – Saturday. 7:30-8:30pm Sundays

 

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