Ian does a number of talks which are suitable for schools and pupils aged between 8 and 18. His most popular talk for senior students is A Curious Career, an illustrated talk with magic tricks covering his change in career from accountant to professional magician. Other talks suitable for older pupils are one on Charles Dickens as an amateur magician and linking that to A Christmas Carol (The Magic of A Christmas Carol) and on the development of cartoons from the 18th century to the present day (Birth of Cartoons).
For younger pupils (although this has also proved very popular with sixth formers as well!) there is a history of magic talk, copiously illustrated with baffling magic tricks (Magic Through the Ages).
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Talks Available
Magic Through the Ages
A talk on the history of magic 'illustrated' with plenty of tricks.
A Curious Career
Ian talks about careers, with reference to his own career change from accountant to magician.
The Birth of Cartoons
This talk introduces students to the visual treat of 18th century satirical prints, with their unique merging of history, politics and art.
The Magic of Charles Dickens and A Christmas Carol
The perfect introduction to Charles Dickens through his most accessible book and the intriguing fact he was an amateur conjurer.
Magic And Laughter Show
This is pure magical entertainment, with tricks suitably adapted for the appropriate age of the pupils.
Thank you very much for such an entertaining and enjoyable talk/ performance last Friday. You were an absolute hit with the audience and we shall definitely book a return visit for you in the future.