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The Man Who Was Magic
22 January @ 7.30pm to 9.50pm
About The Man Who Was Magic
James Phelan – The Man Who Was Magic
2025/2026 Touring Production, Edinburgh & West End Off West End Runs.
Dare to believe in magic as the UK’s #1 magic show returns with a completely new and uplifting production for 2025.
You’re invited to a night of wonder, as secrets unravel and the impossible becomes possible.
Following an unprecedented 5 years of sold-out shows around the world, this five-star magic show guarantees to leave you aching with laughter & dizzy in disbelief.
Presented by world-renowned, award-winning magician James Phelan, the first magician in history to sell out a solo run at The Magic Circle, and most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after he correctly predicted the lottery.
Don’t miss what The Standard calls “An unforgettable evening we can’t stop talking about”.
All new material for 2025. Tickets limited and will sell out quickly.
Reviews
“Magic is in his bones. Disbelief. Flabbergasted. Stunned”. ★★★★★
Henley Herald
“Barely skips a beat. One to watch in the world of magic”.
The List
“Joel Dommett meets David Blaine”
The Sun
“This isn’t a show for people who want to see magic on stage. This is for people who want to feel it”. ★★★★★
World Magic Review
“One of the most endearing factors is seeing amazed faces, young and old. This show has many moments like that”. ★★★★★
BBC Sounds
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
All Tickets £28.00
Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy
Dates & times:
Thursday 22 January 2026 at 7.30pm
Running time:
2 hours 20 minutes
About Kenton Theatre
Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.
The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.
The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.
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