EXIT Theatre presents the Fog City Magic Fest 2020. Four Days of San Francisco’s Best Magic. By tickets to individual shows or buy a FOG CITY MAGIC FEST PASS for $90 and see 6 shows.

Opening Night Gala! with Jay Alexander and Friends Wednesday, February 5, 2020 8pm EXIT Theatre, 156 Eddy Street, SF CLICK FOR TICKETS

Join us on our opening night tradition as Bay Area legend, and star of the Marrakech Magic Theater, hosts an evening of San Francisco’s favorite magicians including:
Mischief Maker – Glen Micheletti
The Beauty of Magic – Jade
The Mind Bending – David Gerard
The Alterer of Reality – Sebastian Boswell III
The Always Surprising – Ryan Kane
And, from the Magic Castle – writer, magic inventor, and co-producer of TV’s The Carbonaro Effect David Regal!!!

An Evening of Incogitable Demonstrations with with Sebastian Boswell III Thursday, February 6, 2020 8pm EXIT Theatre, 156 Eddy Street, SF CLICK FOR TICKETS

Sebastian Boswell III emphatically claims that his extraordinary mental and physical powers are the result of a lifetime of travel and study, training with remarkable people from the far corners of the globe. Is he genuine, charlatan, or mad? As Sebastian says, “To make such claims I must be telling the truth, lying, or insane. And I assure you I am not lying.” Mr. the III’s performances have been described by critics as “Remarkable spectacle that defies all notions of logic and physical possibility.” He as been awarded 4 Stars by TimeOut New York Magazine, and is two time winner of “Best of Fringe” in the San Francisco International Fringe Theater Festival.

The Beauty of Magic with Jade Friday, February 7, 2020 8pm EXIT Theatre, 156 Eddy Street, SF CLICK FOR TICKETS

Jade took the male-dominated world of magic by storm in 1990, when she won first place in the International Brotherhood of Magicians’ World Magic Competition, and was honored with the organization’s coveted Gold Medal of Magic, a prize awarded only a handful of times in history. Since then, Jade has had a long, illustrious careering, appearing on television shows, and stages, across the world including a command performance for the Royal Family of Monaco. Jade is also the recipient of the Golden Mandrake Award, France’s most prestigious magic honor, and Best Female Magician of Year by the International Magicians Society. And, she’s been seen more recently on the popular CW show, Penn & Teller’s FOOL US.

The Magic of Ryan Kane Friday, February 7, 2020 8:30pm EXIT Cafe, 156 Eddy Street, SF CLICK FOR TICKETS

iPhones vanish, whisky bottles appear from nowhere, and a paintball gun is fired at the man responsible for it all. This is the magic of Ryan Kane. Please Enjoy Responsibly. Ryan Kane is the current San Francisco magic champion, having taken 1st place when competing against the best magicians in the Bay. Join him every third Friday of the month at the intimate EXIT Theatre only two blocks away from Union Square. He is a full time performer, (his corporate resume includes big names such as Microsoft and Louis Vuitton), and has performed from New York to Las Vegas. Ryan Kane is known for his comedic edge, high energy, and original magic. For more information about Ryan, and for private bookings, please visit ryankanemagic.com.

“Not That Guy,” the Family Show with Glen Micheletti Saturday, February 8, 2020 1pm EXIT Theatre, 156 Eddy Street, SF CLICK FOR TICKETS

Glen Micheletti is a San Francisco-based actor, magician, writer, director and former host (as Big Al Catraz) of Magic & More. This is his fourth year as a performer at Fog City Magic Fest, previously performing as Big Al Catraz and Cousin OtiS. As an actor, he has performed in shows at Center Rep (Bullshot Crummond), Willows Theater (1776, Merrily We Roll Along), Cable Car Theatre (Tony and Tina’s Wedding), PCLO (Sugar, My One and Only, 1776) and Antioch Players (Lend Me a Tenor). Glen was a producer and performer in Liquid Soap! The Improvised Soap Opera, and he directed/co-wrote the short film Here Comes the Clown. He has appeared in commercials for TechTV, San Jose Mercury News, and Heymarket.

Close-Up Encounters at the Fog City Magic Fest Saturday, February 8, 2020 4pm EXIT Stage Left, 156 Eddy Street, SF CLICK FOR TICKETS

Fog City Magic Fest favorite, Ryan Kane, hosts an evening of the best close up magic in the Bay Area including Danny Cheng, Dennis Kyriakos, Susan Zeller, and David Hirata.
Danny Cheng is a Taiwanese magician currently based in San Francisco. He has received multiple awards from the local IBM (International Brotherhood of Magicians) Ring 216 club for his sleight-of-hand magic in close-up distance.
Dennis Kyriakos, for the past 20 years, has entertained at events across the country. Born and raised in NYC, he cut his teeth as a featured performer and host of Monday Night Magic — New York City’s Longest Running Magic Show — and Magical Nights at Feinstein’s at the Loews Regency. He now makes his home in the Bay Area.
Susan Zeller is a magical-musical-storyteller interweaving heartfelt stories, operatic singing and classic sleight of hand — bringing you on an enchanted journey into the realm of the imagination. Susan is an award-winning magician, winning the 2018 IBM Ring 216 stage magic competition and the 2019 IBM Ring 216 close up magic competition.
David Hirata, hailed as “a master of deceit” (KRON 4 TV), has amazed audiences throughout the Bay Area with theatrical magic creations at the Exploratorium, the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, the Oakland Museum, and private events. Previous shows include Kanji by Starlight at the Marsh, and American Wizards at the California Magic Dinner Theater. The Box Without A Bottom (retitled) premiered at the 2018 San Diego International Fringe Festival where it won the award for “Outstanding World Premiere Production.”

David Gerard Live! at the Fog City Magic Fest Saturday, February 8, 2020 8pm EXIT Theatre, 156 Eddy Street, SF CLICK FOR TICKETS

After winning the Magic Slam competition for three straight years at Fog City Magic Festival, David brings his full evening show to our stage. But this is not just any evening show. For the Fog City audience, David has combed through his vast repertoire, choosing some of his favorite pieces from his decades of performance. From classic magic, to original illusions, to his signature mental demonstrations, David will leave no stone of the mystery arts unturned. Buy your tickets today and find out why the SF Chronicle called his performance “A magic show that will have the power to stay with you”. More information at www.gerardmagic.com. When David isn’t entertaining privately for Silicon Valley’s elite, he’s holding court at his weekly show at Pianofight.

MAGICIANS ONLY! SPECIAL GUEST LECTURE BY DAVID REGAL Hosted by Misdirections Magic Shop and EXIT Theatre Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Doors open: 6:30, Lecture: 7:30 $40 For Reservations Call (415) 566-2180

DAVID REGAL has written and designed magic seen by millions of people around the globe. He is the head writer and co-executive producer of TV’s The Carbonaro Effect, where, over the course of six years, he has created and collaborated on literally hundreds of original effects. He has written for stage performers who perform internationally, in Vegas showrooms, and on Broadway stages. His television writing credits range from kid shows (Rugrats) to sitcoms (Everybody Loves Raymond) and he is responsible for some of the best-selling tricks and instructional magic books of his generation. In addition, he is the proud recipient of the Creative Fellowship awarded by the Academy of Magical Arts, the parent organization of the world-famous Magic Castle.

David’s latest book is Interpreting Magic, and reviewers have said:

“A valuable, highly recommended piece of magic literature from which every reader can gain inspiration.”
Genii Magazine
“An enthusiastic five-star rating out of a possible five stars.”
Vanish Magazine
“I gained knowledge and joy from every page.”
M.U.M. Magazine

“Another brilliant collection.”
MagicSeen
“I give it my highest recommendation.”
Michael Close Book ReviewsFOG CITY