Conference speakers
Speakers for 2012 will be announced progressively. If you are new to EMC, check out the 2010 and 2011 Speaker list for an insight into the spirit of the conference. You can purchase instant access to previous conference content here. The following speakers are already confirmed for this year's conference.
Armando Lucero
(United States)
(United States)
We are proud to reveal that Armando Lucero will be
joining us. He is one of the finest sleight of hand
magicians in the world. Beautiful, elegant and profound.
His work with cards and coins takes the performance of magic to a new artistic level. Do
Daniel Madison
(United Kingdom)
(United Kingdom)
Deception artist Daniel Madison is a former card cheat turned card expert, famous for his skill at the card table and facility with sleight of hand. “I have never seen someone do it better,” said Penn Jillette of Daniel’s dealing work. See the c
Graham Jolley
(United Kingdom)
(United Kingdom)
Graham is one of Britain’s top mentalists and one of the magicians who fooled Penn & Teller on their British television series. Known for his razor sharp wit and rapid-fire mind reading, Graham is one of the UK’s top comedy performers. His inspira
Norberto Jansenson
(Argentina)
(Argentina)
From Argentina we are excited to introduce the wonderful Norberto Janenson, a magician who brings theatre and storytelling to his magic. He is a favourite of Rene Lavand, combining culture, literature and mystery to create a unique theatrical and emot
Woody Aragón
(Spain)
(Spain)
This Spanish maestro really knows how to deliver astounding routines. His A Book in English, was a best- seller. His card magic is subtle and ingenious. Woody specializes in creating wonderfully baffling automatic card tricks that really have an impac
Bill Malone
(United States)
(United States)
Bill Malone is a highly skilled card magician but when he performs you are too busy laughing to notice. Skill and entertainment in one magnificent bundle. Classic magic with commercial twist. We are delighted to welcome this astounding man to EMC.
Denis Behr
(Germany)
(Germany)
Denis is one of Germany’s top card men. The Session called him “one of the finest technicians alive.” He is the author of Handcrafted Card Magic and the creator of the Magic Book Archive, an online searchable database of card magic. Denis combin
Guy Hollingworth
(United Kingdom)
(United Kingdom)
Guy Hollingworth is one of the world’s leading sleight of hand artists. His most famous effect is probably The Reformation, an impossible torn and restored card. His book Drawing Room Deceptions is a one of magic’s contemporary classics.
Paul Harris
(United States)
(United States)
A legend in magic will be appearing at EMC 2012. Paul Harris’ influence on contemporary magic runs deep. Known for his ingenious methods, super cool presentations and, above all, his dedication to the art of astonishment, Paul Harris is a real star
Yann Frisch
(France)
(France)
FISM award winner and French magic champion Yann Frisch is one of magic’s freshest talents. Yann has been creating a sensation wherever he goes with his unique take on classic magic, an absurdist take on the cups and balls. Cool, clever, stylish and
Chris Kenner
(United States)
(United States)
Chris Kenner is a phenomenon. He created the famous Threefly routine, he wrote Totally Out of Control, he advises Theory11 and he is the executive producer for David Copperfield. No one knows magic like Chris Kenner. It is an honour to have him at EMC
Eric Mead
(United States)
(United States)
Eric Mead brings his years of experience and eclectic knowledge to bear in creating customized content for companies and events. His quick wit and subtle sleight-of–hand make him one of the most sought after magicians working today.
Marco Tempest
(United States)
(United States)
Marco Tempest's masterful blend of digital media and magic has enabled audiences to glimpse the future before technology gets there. His imaginative combination of magic and computer-generated imagery is unequalled within the performing arts.
Tom Stone
(Sweden)
(Sweden)
Sweden’s Tom Stone is highly regarded for his creative insight into the art of magic. His popular articles in Genii magazine brought Tom’s thinking to a wider audience. His best-selling books, Vortex and Maelstrom, have cemented Tom’s reputation
Yigal Mesika
(Israel)
(Israel)
Levitation, animation and telekinesis are Yigal’s specialty and over the years he has created some unusual tools and gimmicks that enable magicians to make these dream effects a reality. He is the creator of Spider Pen, Tarantula, Electric Touch and
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