Tom Weil incorporates elegant sleight of hand and psychology to create what looks like real magic.
Tom's abilities have been honed from a combination of methods used by crooked gamblers and a strong use of psychological suggestion techniques.
Tom has had the pleasure of performing for many prestigious events and people including request performances by the Queens Guard at St James's Palace, London, live slots on BBC Radio York and for many celebrities and corporate audiences at events across Europe (Germany, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, France & Austria) He is also currently working as an authority on cons and cheating methods for some of the country's top casinos as well as offering bespoke entertainment for private & corporate functions.
Tom is a member of the Magic Circle and the founder of The Academy of Magic
Previous Clients
BBC, The Queen's Guard of The Royal Army, Harrods Department Store (London), Hamleys Toy Store (London), Lloyds Bank, Luminar Leisure PLC, York Council, Gala, Revolution Vodka, Specsavers, Derby/ York/ Leeds & Essex Universities & a huge host of other nationwide venues.
Table & Walk-Around Magic
Ideal for weddings, private parties, product launches, corporate dinners for 20 to 200 people, Tom mingles with guests during drinks, pre-dinner and visits tables in between courses to entertain. Each group receives a unique souvenir on his departure and Tom's friendly, professional, easy-going demeanour ensures conversation continues to flow, that is, apart from the gasps and spontaneous applause.
Con-Artistry Demonstrations
Tom performs elaborate demonstrations of gambling cheating, impeccable sleight of hand skill and pickpocketing (don't worry - Tom always gives it back!) taking you on a journey through the history of the professional hustler and teaches you what to look for so you don't fall prey to a con. Perfect for small groups at a cocktail event with circulating guests or as part of a casino evening, private house party, garden party or gala ball.
Stage & Cabaret
In 15-30 minutes explore a world of amazing psychological magic & mind reading demonstrations. Witness predictions of the impossible, pulses stop on command & fantastic feats of memory. Ideal for after dinner speeches and variety reviews.