This Annual Event pits our best Close-Up Magicians to compete for the Surrey Society Trophy. There is also the Mary Oberoi Comedy award for the funniest act.

It is a public event so please bring along your friends and family. This is one of the highlights of our year and not to be missed.

Cost: Members - Free; Guests - Free

Mike will be showing us his repertoire of close-up or parlour tricks which have been honed over many years as a professional magician and magic consultant. His lecture notes are titled “Vernon said…” in which he demonstrates how subtlety can be a substitute for dexterity. He will also tell us how Vernon’s teachings had a profound effect on his approach towards magic!

Mike Austin will be lecturing at our club on the 4th April at 7.30pm

Cost: Members - Free; Guests - £10

Giancarlo Scalia is an Italian magician based in Madrid. Besides studying and practicing magic since he was a child, he develops his interest in the performing arts by learning various circus disciplines and continues his artistic training by studying physical theater and mime in Italy and Spain.

If you have seen Giancarlo's magic, you know that his gestural ability is extraordinary. In this lecture Giancarlo will show you his conception of magic and his way of interacting with the elements, which is based mainly on natural, economical movement. He will teach you how to redesign your tricks and techniques obtaining maximum results with minimum effort. An encounter not to be missed!

Cost: Members - Free; Guests - £10

Chris Rawlins, a professional mentalist from the North of England. In 2013, Chris presented at The Session Convention, unveiling his clipboard peek, "REVEAL," hailed by Luke Jermay as "The ultimate clipboard glimpse." In 2014, Chris released his first standalone DVD, "Leading Thoughts," with Vanishing Inc Magic.

Chris has built a strong reputation for creating modern, unique, and creative material. Uri Geller praises Chris as a "creative, original thinker and a truly great performer." Currently working full time as a mentalist and performer, Chris entertains in the real world while sharing his routines, methods, and approach to mentalism with the magic community.

Chris will be giving us a magic lecture on the 7th March at the Nomad Theatre.

Cost: Members - Free; Guests - £10

Paul Fowler, a seasoned magician with over a decade of experience, has rapidly gained prominence in the magic scene over the past 18 months with successful releases like Overdraft & Transaction. His magic is celebrated globally, performed by magicians worldwide.

In his lecture 'Working Magic,' Paul focuses on EDC, organic props, and clever presentations. Attendees will learn visually stunning, unreleased material suitable for any audience. The lecture provides insight into connecting with the audience and making a lasting impression.

Whether you're a hobbyist, amateur, or professional magician, Paul's lecture promises something for everyone, with adaptable content for all skill levels.

Cost: Members - Free; Guests - £10

Members of the Surrey Society of Magicians will be bringing their favourite close-up, palour and stage props to demo to other members and discuss how they use them in their acts.

Join us for an evening where experienced members of the Surrey Society of Magicians will be teaching other members their favourite chop cup routines as well as some impromptu card tricks (some of which require zero sleight of hand moves).

Our first club meeting of the new year will be an opportunity for members to catch-up at the Nomad Theatre and to show off the latest miracles Santa (or loved ones) gave them over Christmas.

So bring your latest (or favourite) magic trick down to the club to demo to the rest of the group.