MAGIC LECTURE: ANDREW NORMANSELL Cabaret Obscura – Revisiting Occult & Bizarre Magick - MANCHE
Irish World Heritage Centre Manchester, Manchester, M8 0AE
Tuesday 8th December 2026 7:30PM
We are pleased to present an evening with Magi member, and Past President, Andrew Normansell, exploring the darker and more theatrical side of magic through bizarre performance and storytelling.
Andrew is well known as an experienced magician, mentalist, and entertainer, with a strong background in sleight of hand and corporate performance. Alongside this, he has built a respected reputation within the world of bizarre magic, having written numerous books and created a wide range of material within this distinctive genre.
This special presentation revisits themes of the occult and the unusual, blending storytelling with carefully constructed magical effects. The focus is on atmosphere, presentation, and the structure of routines that create a deeper impact on an audience. Throughout the evening, Andrew will share selected pieces along with the thinking and methods behind them.
Expect a performance led session that explores how bizarre magic can be used to create engaging and memorable experiences, with practical insight for those interested in developing this style of magic further.
Visitors are very welcome. Tickets are £10 per person when booked online in advance, or £15 on the night.
Andrew is well known as an experienced magician, mentalist, and entertainer, with a strong background in sleight of hand and corporate performance. Alongside this, he has built a respected reputation within the world of bizarre magic, having written numerous books and created a wide range of material within this distinctive genre.
This special presentation revisits themes of the occult and the unusual, blending storytelling with carefully constructed magical effects. The focus is on atmosphere, presentation, and the structure of routines that create a deeper impact on an audience. Throughout the evening, Andrew will share selected pieces along with the thinking and methods behind them.
Expect a performance led session that explores how bizarre magic can be used to create engaging and memorable experiences, with practical insight for those interested in developing this style of magic further.
Visitors are very welcome. Tickets are £10 per person when booked online in advance, or £15 on the night.
Event Details
Starts at 7:30PM
