Speakeasy Magick In Nomad
No spoilers here. While it is unusual to write about an event and withhold details, Speakeasy Magick is such a unique experience that we think it is important to respect the element of surprise that comes with this entertaining night out.
KG: I am a fan of magicians and illusion. I don’t get to see shows often, but have enjoyed a few trips to the Magic Castle in Los Angeles and Washington Magic in Washington DC. Magic, to me, is an art form, one that requires hours of practice. I have great respect for those who can accomplish feats that seem impossible. When I saw the ad for Speakeasy Magick, I knew we had to see the show.
SS: There was a lot of magic in this show that I haven’t quite wrapped my head around. I know from the grade school magic kits my siblings and I used to play with that some things are done with the help of a prop or through slight of hand, but when you bring the tricks closer — in this case, just inches away from the audience — it’s hard to believe that you are witnessing nothing more than a really good hand trick. I know there has to be more to it, but what does that even mean? Maybe it’s witchcraft, or spiritual, or otherwise unexplainable, but I was completely baffled and amazed.
KG: After a brief tour of the club’s private special event rooms, we waited at the bar for our night to begin. We moved from the bar (that’s all I’m saying about that…) and what followed was an evening filled with a delight of presentations — some from a stage and some right at our table. The jaw- dropping up-close-and-personal tricks still have me scratching my head.
SS: Something about this venue, with its sultry red interior and vintage speakeasy charm, made me feel as though I had dropped right into a movie set. The room was lined with ten kidney-shaped tables, each with one empty chair for magicians to rotate in and out of. The space was so stunning that I would have been happy to simply sit back with a cocktail and admire the decor. The way all of the elements come together — from the mood lighting to the rich color palette — truly enhances the atmosphere of this one-of-a-kind show.
KG: This is a show that is best enjoyed in the company of friends — there is so much you will want to discuss afterward and everyone will walk away with different impressions and theories on the “how” of it all. Also, be sure to eat before you go; food is not served at the show. I think the best advice I have is to go with an open mind and prepare yourself to have a really great time.
SS: A total of ten magicians circulated the room — each of the ten tables were “visited” by five magicians — the combination of which gave each table a truly unique experience. Assuming you’ll want to go again (and you will) you can be assured that every visit will lead to something new. We saw everything from card tricks to hypnotism to a bit of smoke and mirrors. I even volunteered to be hypnotized and after much deliberation and external processing, I’m still not sure what happened or what I “believe” happened. Either way, I know I left with a new found appreciation for the skill of magic. I — we — remain bewildered, awestruck, and hungry for more. We will certainly be back.
Tickets start at $179. There are options for groups between 6-13 and the venue is available to book for private events.