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Josh Farley
- Franklin, TN
- Magician
- Travels nationwide
- Contact For Rates
Overview
Featured on CW's Penn & Teller: Fool Us, trusted entertainment for numerous Fortune 500 companies, and a guest headliner for Masters of Illusion Live! at Harrah's Casino & Resort, Josh Farley has entertained tens of thousands across the United States over the last 15 years. With his award winning slight-of-hand, charming personality, and engaging magic show your guests will be left wanting more. Available for corporate events, universities, and private events, Josh's versatile show and engaging slight-of-hand is sure to be the highlight of your event.
"Complete Professional" - Walmart Inc. | "Highly recommend!" - Marriott Int.
"Loved Every Bit" - Penn & Teller: Fool Us
37 Reviews
I selected Joshua without having met him so I was a little nervous. He mingled with the guests of a client event I was hosting for our top customers. It added a fun element to the party and kept things light and fun. The attendees loved his personality and his skill. I would HIGHLY recommend him for a large or small event! He was very polished in professional in his attire and interactions.
Corporate Magician, Illusionist, Strolling/Close-up Magician
Nothing but good things to say about our experience with Josh. I was hosting a party for ~100 guest for our office holiday party. Josh had good communication prior to event. He showed up on time, we discussed him doing mingling magic during cocktail hour and table to table magic during dinner. He was a hit with all the guest for the mingling magic. Great personality and ability to interact with all types of people. At dinner, he picked up that most guests were busy eating and talking with the table so table magic where they were having to focus on cards and the tricks might not be the best. He suggested a quick stage performance which was not planned by either of us. He ran to his car, got a few props. We had no microphone stand so he improvised with no mic but was able to project his voice to the crowd. When he got up the crowd immediately focused on him and he got a bunch of clapping for each trick. I was told after it was out best holiday party ever and Josh played a huge role in that. 10/10!
Corporate Magician, Mentalist, Strolling/Close-up Magician, Magician
Josh was incredible! His magic was extraordinary. He was funny, compassionate, and engaging. He brought smiles to residents needing some joy and encouragement. The audience was amazed and loved him. Josh was so amenable and a pleasure to work with. Professional and playful at the same time. He was sensitive to our cause. So grateful we found Josh. I feel like I made a friendl
My guest loved it. Josh was engaging and kept the audience’s focus. We are scratching our heads on how he did it?? His show incorporated a story which everyone loved. Would definitely recommend Josh
Comedy Magician, Illusionist, Mentalist, Magician
Josh was great and a very talented indiviudal. High school kids were entertained the entire time!
Magician
Josh was so great! Everyone enjoyed him from the kids to the adults!
Comedy Magician
Josh was incredible. He was the perfect fit for our convention. All of our guests loved him!! He has such a great personality and performed wonderfully!!!!
Comedy Magician, Corporate Magician
We could not have been more Happy with Josh. He was early and interacted with everyone. We had a Unique space and Josh seemed liked he worked the room 100 times. Amazing Show and everyone had a blast. I would highly recommend.
Comedy Magician
Josh Farley was incredible at our event. He has an ability to be professional and engaging. We had a group of 24 and he was group and individual interactive. Our event included a sit-down dinner and Josh was as smooth as butter with his ability for timing. We had never had a magician at an event ... we will do this again!
Mentalist, Strolling/Close-up Magician, Trade Show Magician, Magician
Josh was so easy to work with and so friendly. He was very easy to get ahold of to answer any questions we had regarding our event. He was very flexible in terms of our scripting for our show and when/where we needed him. I would highly recommend him for any event!
Magician
Josh was one of the most sweet and genuine people I've met! He is so talented! I am still trying to figure out how he did this specific trick! My guest loved him! Will definitely book him in the future!
Strolling/Close-up Magician
We had Josh entertain at our annual Volunteer Party. He kept the crowd amazed and entertained from start to finish with his illusions and story telling. It was so much more than a typical magic show!! Definitely worth booking for your event.
Illusionist
Josh did our show on short notice and we couldn't have been more happy,. His show was fantastic, our guests were entertained and he even stayed after to answer questions and hang out. Highly recommend.
Strolling/Close-up Magician, Magician
Great performer. Very professional and entertaining!
Comedy Magician
Josh performed walk around magic for our group of 70 employees and it was so entertaining. Our office absolutely loved it. He was full of surprises that kept people entertained and "wowed" during our party. He was also very interactive and made an attempt to perform for everyone throughout the night. I highly recommend him for your event. The employees loved him!
Magician
The day after our event I received emails saying “Josh Farley was ridiculously great.” “What a great magician.” “The magic act made for our favorite party this year.” And, “we went home and looked up every video we could find to enjoy more Josh Farley.’
His cool look, demeanor, ability to connect with the audience, and storytelling to personalize the show is what sets Josh apart and above the others. What made this booking even better was working with his manager who made sure every detail was discussed and that my expectations would be exceeded. Book Josh Farley.
Josh performed perfectly for our event. We had a small wedding and were looking for entertainment for the evening following the ceremony. Josh was funny, creative and a fantastic magician.
Comedy Magician, Hypnotist, Illusionist, Strolling/Close-up Magician, Magician
Everyone loved Josh. Stage space that opened up allowed for more of Josh's talents and he was ready and willing to utilize the time/space for the good of the event -- in addition to what he was initially brought in to do. We were grateful for his flexibility and eagerness to engage the crowd and make the event a success. Thank you, Josh!!
Corporate Magician
We were thrilled with Josh's performance! Everyone enjoyed him. Would love to have him back.
Magician
Josh was wonderful for our company party. He was there early to learn his crowd and one on one tricks. We have a wide range of ages and personalities. No one was disappointed!
Comedy Magician, Illusionist, Magician
Our office team really enjoyed his performance!! Thank you for making our Christmas party fun and exciting!
Illusionist, Magician
Josh was wonderful from start to finish. Easy and professional to work with and responsive to inquiries. The show was quirky, funny, and in parts inspirational. Our conference attendees had nothing but good things to say about his magic and performance. He did a great job and added a lot to our event. Highly recommended!
Josh was great throughout the entire experience. He showed up early to get the "lay of the land" and then spent an hour walking around performing magic/slight of hand tricks for the students. After this, he performed his show - which the students really enjoyed. I would definitely recommend Josh!
Hypnotist, Illusionist, Magician
We hosted an awards banquet for college student-athletes and Josh was our closing entertainer. We gave Josh two specific but unusual parameters, giving him much less time than he is used to and limiting him on what he could do on stage because of that time-frame (no big illusions).
While most older adults were used to the traditional tricks, this event was geared towards college-aged students – and they seemed to love it. He kept them laughing, engaged, and when his time was up, the students were disappointed – they wanted to see more.
Comedy Magician
Josh did a great job! The crowd was very engaged and his energy kept everyone's attention. Josh's ability to intertwine one of his magic tricks with a message of love and peace was AWESOME and well received by our audience. Josh was very professional and kept his show within our timeline. Josh was also able to interact with the crowd after his show and was amazing with our staff and guests. I would highly recommend Josh. He did an excellent job.
I booked Josh for walk around magic at our exhibit hall opening for our annual conference. Being new to GigSalad, I additionally researched him online. His online media materials seemed professionally made, but I was reluctant at first because those seemed dated. If you're in the same place I was prior to booking Josh and possibly feeling reluctant...THERE'S NO NEED TO FEEL THAT WAY!! Book him today!! I had a bird's eye view of our exhibit floor. I looked for him several times during the opening and had no problem finding him at any given time; he was where the circle of attendees were. Being the event organizer, I didn't have an opportunity to spectate first-hand during the event. At the close of the event, he accommodated with a handful of tricks for myself and some wandering vendors. Words that I would use to describe Josh: professional, courteous...AWESOME!! He knows his craft and was a joy to work with. I would book him again with no questions and highly recommend him to anyone needing a close-up walk-around magician.
Strolling/Close-up Magician
I would absolutely recommend Josh for your event. He is fantastic!
His banter and interaction with the crowd is fun. His illusions will leave you in awe. His performance will bring out the child in you again, and by the end of the night, you may just find yourself believing in magic once again.
Comedy Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician, Magician
We booked Josh Farley and his Conspiracy Show for our church family night and everyone loved it.
Josh was awesome to work with! He was quick to return communication and worked hard to provide what we were looking for. He even reformatted his media to fit the dimensions of our projection.
The show was very engaging and entertaining! The finale will leave you scratching your head for a while afterwards trying to figure out how he did that!
Josh does a great job connecting with the audience and enlisting their participation. Young and old we’re entertained. Definitely worth it!
We hired Josh to walk around and do close-up magic for/with the guests at our wedding reception. He was super nice and responsive if I had a question before the wedding date, which took a lot of stress off of my end. Our wedding guests loved his tricks and I really think it was something that will not be forgotten! Josh even found me and the groom at one point and asked us if he could show us the tricks that we had missed. We really liked that part a lot because we got to relax and enjoy our time right at the end of our reception.
Strolling/Close-up Magician
Josh provided entertaining illusions and did a great job interacting with the crowd - even on a very hot day.
Magician
When choosing entertainment for our Annual Dinner we look for someone who will engage the audience. Encouraging participation keeps the pace of the show going and keeps the attention of the audience. This can be difficult after the audience has had a filling meal! Josh nailed it! If you have seen his show you know that I mean that literally. Josh is a wonderful entertainer that was well received by our community.
Illusionist
Josh helped make our work Christmas Party extra special. He started with up-close magic and did a great job mingling with all of the attendees. His stage show was entertaining and engaging. I received tons of positive feedback from the staff who loved his show. I would highly recommend Josh.
Strolling/Close-up Magician, Magician
Josh provided the entertainment for our annual Christmas Party. He walked through the crowd during happy hour and entertained everyone with all kinds of tricks. He was both entertaining and amusing. Several people commented on the "penetration" trick he performed when he took the stage to perform for the entire crowd. They were terrified - mesmerized - amused - and entertained! THANKS, JOSH! You were AMAZING!
Magician
Josh was fantastic. Very entertaining and very good. He mingled well with my guests and they were fascinated with his magic and mind reading. I would highly recommand him to anyone. Will definitely hire him again.
Magician
Very fun and easy to work with!
Illusionist, Strolling/Close-up Magician
We hired Josh to mingle with guests at an outdoor event we were hosting for about 300 people. He did a fantastic job of interacting with all our guests and everyone was amazed by his tricks. He was an absolute professional throughout the entire process, from meeting with us before to learn more about the event to handling the extreme humidity we experienced at our outdoor event. Would highly recommend!
Strolling/Close-up Magician
Love this guy's heart & his passion for his craft. We booked him for our annual harvest festival & I'm glad we did. He and his crew showed up on time & was courteous & professional. He was also willing to flex so as to fit what it was we were looking for; personable guy/good magician, a winning combo :)
Magician
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact For Rates
Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Liability Insurance
Website: Visit website
Phone Number: Call
What to Expect
~Magic, mind-reading, & illusion that's captivating, highly interactive, and entertaining~
Josh Farley is passionate, unique, and Amazing! Originally from Upstate New York, Josh began his journey at age 12 when his dad took him to his first magic show. Taken aback by the lights, sounds, and magic; Josh began devoting every free moment to his craft. By 18, Josh won awards for his sleight-of-hand, published in two Magic magazines, and headlined a showcase for the International Brotherhood of Magicians' annual convention. He has since been a featured performer on CW's Penn & Teller: Fool Us, guest headliner for Masters of Illusion Live! at Harrah's Casino & Resort and travels regularly performing for many fortune 500 companies, universities and high-end private parties across the United States. Josh Farley's highly engaging show and charming personality is sure to be the highlight of your next event!
NOW BOOKING:
Corporate Events
Universities
Speaking Engagements
Close-Up / Strolling Magic
Josh Farley Live!
Runtime: 30 - 60mins.
~ Josh Farley + optional HD media depending on the venue | Runtime: 30 - 60mins ~
Professional, classy, and charming.
Perfect for corporate events, colleges, or even larger private parties. This show runs 30 - 60mins and is full of impossible illusions, mind-reading, comedy, and award-winning slight-of-hand. Josh Farley's show is highly engaging, inspirational, and charming. Sure to be the highlight of your event.
Josh Farley & DJ Panduh
~ Josh Farley + DJ Panduh + HD media/projection set-up required | Runtime: 45 - 75mins. ~
Fun, witty, and cheeky.
Perfect for young adults or the young at heart, DJ Panduh brings an element of 'fun' and lighted-hearted comedy, dancing, and DJ-stylings to make this show an unforgettable experience. DJ Panduh enhances every aspect of the show, bringing Josh Farley's child-like charm to your audience. Bigger and better illusions, more comedy, and just more fun!
The Grand Event
~ Josh Farley + DJ Panduh + Beautiful Dancer + Lighting/Live Camera/HD media required | Runtime: 45 - 75mins. ~
Spectacular, impossible, and awe-inspiring
Packed with world-class illusions, dance, lights, modern and classic magic, this is more similar to a broadway style production.
Close-Up / Strolling Magic
~Josh Farley's award winning slight of hand | booked by the hour~
Whether you're looking to add a little spice to your cocktail hour, or a unique addition to your event this is the perfect booking to add that little extra touch of 'magic.' Many says slight-of-hand/close-up magic is the purest form of magic. There's nothing like watching a magician accomplish the impossible right in front of your eyes. Josh Farley will join your party, engage your guests and keep the night alive. Josh is a purest. Everything he performs is conversational and tailored to both astound and engage your guests on a personal level.
Keynote Speaking
~ Josh Farley + HD media/projection set-up required | Runtime: 30 - 60mins. ~
Aside from a successful career as a magician/illusion, Josh Farley also manages a magician, owns his own booking agency for other magicians, and consults directly with C-Level Executives as a project manager for a Registered Investment Advisory company responsible for ~$4 Billion Asset Under Management. Taking the road less traveled, Josh Farley is living proof that going after the impossible will create impossible results.
*Dates are limited.
**Rates vary for length of show & services booked. Performer expects 50% deposit to hold the date and cover travel expenses at time of booking.
About
“Magic is the only honest profession. A magician promises to fool you and he does.”- Karl Germain
I was born in Ithaca, New York. My dad was the vice president of a large power and public gas utility company, my mom used to own boutique coffee shop, and I was homeschooled. I was 12 years old when my dad and I got interested in magic together. Just weeks after seeing an Illusionist in Branson, we decided to join the International Brotherhood of Magicians. The organization has meetings all around the United States, and I proudly belonged to the excellent club Ring 79 for two years, where I learned a number of sleights and secrets I still use to this day.
Being the somewhat awkward homeschooled kid that I was, it was easy to devote all of my attention to learning the art of magic. I quickly surpassed my dad's skill but when we moved to Branson, Missouri, everything became real very quickly. My dad partnered with a local wood shop, and together they began designing and building illusions—both for myself and for clients all around the world.
I still remember walking out on stage at my freshman year talent show with this HUGE “sawing a lady in half” illusion. Now this is Branson, so the talent show was in a 1200-seat theater, and I was terrified. Yet I was so thrilled and honored to be performing one of the same illusions that first inspired me. For a freshman, the act was decent. We got 4th place! Branson High had some pretty stiff competition, but it was this event that birthed my stage career.
I spent my high school years focused on magic competitions and the stage: a few musicals and even some Shakespeare. By graduation, I was graciously invited to headline a showcase for the International Brotherhood of Magicians' annual convention. This was a huge honor, and a dream my mine since I attended my first international convention two years prior. This 5-day event changed my life and my entire perspective on magic. All of the sudden, I found myself surrounded by the world's BEST sleight-of-hand artists, illusionists, comedians, and mind readers in the industry. I knew I had some work to do.
Since then, I've directed two other magician's shows, produced a close-up show for the illusionist that first got me interested in magic, and I had the opportunity to tour with an incredible Christian magician, Zak Mirzadeh. Additionally, I'm working towards building a company that inspires and empowers other artists to make their creative goals a reality and helps them to realize where they fit in today's world and marketplace.
When I was 18, I thought my goal as a magician was to deceive people and perform the most ”impossible” tricks...but I soon realized that the magic isn't in the deception, it's in the experience. As a magician, I'm giving the gift of an impossible moment. It's worth so much more than just “tricking” someone. The impossible moments are all around us; but just like a good magic trick, they take hard work, dedication, and love.
Additional Booking Notes
Technical Requirements vary based on the show booked.
Stage shows are enhanced by projection, sound, and live feed capabilities. Josh required wireless headset or lavaliere microphone for any shows with 100+ guest in attendance. Technical Rider available after booking. For a solo show 8' x 12' stage minimum required.
12' x 20' stage required for Josh Farley + DJ Panduh
Grand Illusion Show requirements-
XLR inputs for Wireless Microphone, music inputs, space for projection system or access to projection system onsite.
12'x20' minimum staging area
Solo Stage show-
XLR inputs for Wireless Microphone, music inputs, space for projection system or access to projection system onsite (not required for events without production)
8'x12' minimum staging area
Upcoming Booked Events
March 22, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Reception |
Past Booked Events
December 15, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 07, 2023 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Corporate Event |
July 29, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Nonprofit Event |
July 13, 2023 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
April 01, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
March 25, 2023 • 1:00am - 3:00am | Prom/After Prom Party |
March 11, 2023 • 8:00pm - 8:45pm | Corporate Event |
February 08, 2023 • 1:30pm - 4:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 09, 2022 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
April 22, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Corporate Event |
April 07, 2022 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Campus Event |
February 20, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Anniversary Party |
December 01, 2021 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
August 11, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
June 23, 2021 • 7:30pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
April 17, 2021 • 9:00pm - 9:15pm | Corporate Event |
March 13, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Reception |
March 05, 2021 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Religious Celebration |
September 18, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
February 06, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
January 24, 2020 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
January 18, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Teen Birthday Party |
December 17, 2019 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Corporate Event |
November 22, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Birthday Party |
October 26, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
October 19, 2019 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Festival |
August 28, 2019 • 12:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
August 27, 2019 • 2:00pm - 4:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 19, 2018 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 11, 2018 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
December 08, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 01, 2018 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
November 30, 2018 • 8:30pm - 10:30pm | Christmas Party |
November 14, 2018–November 15, 2018 • 7:30pm - 12:00am | Nonprofit Event |
November 03, 2018 • 8:00pm - 8:45pm | Nonprofit Event |
October 25, 2018 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Corporate Event |
October 25, 2018 • 9:00am - 1:00pm | Corporate Event |
October 25, 2018 • 8:00am - 4:00pm | Convention/Trade Show |
October 21, 2018 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Fundraiser |
October 15, 2018 • 8:30pm - 9:15pm | Campus Event |
August 02, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:45pm | Convention/Trade Show |
May 12, 2018 • 2:00am - 2:45am | Prom/After Prom Party |
April 22, 2018 • 1:00am - 2:00am | Prom/After Prom Party |
February 28, 2018 • 7:30pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
February 27, 2018 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Convention/Trade Show |
February 23, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
December 14, 2017 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
November 19, 2017 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Religious Celebration |
October 28, 2017 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Reception |
October 13, 2017 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Festival |
August 26, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
August 19, 2017 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Corporate Event |
May 20, 2017 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | Graduation |
March 04, 2017 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Corporate Event |
December 15, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 09, 2016 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 03, 2016 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event |
October 29, 2016 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Holiday Party (Halloween) |
October 22, 2016 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Holiday Party (Halloween) |
December 09, 2015 | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
November 03, 2015 | Corporate Event |
October 03, 2015 | Reunion |
May 16, 2015 | Corporate Event |
February 07, 2015 | Awards Night |
October 31, 2014 | Other |
November 30, -0001 | Birthday Party |
Set List
Award-Winning Sleight-of-Hand
Audience Participation
Beautiful Custom-made Hardwood Grand Illusions
Mentalism, Mind-Reading, and Hypnosis Effects
Visually Stunning Stage Illusions
Influences & Inspiration
David Copperfield, David Blaine, Doug Henning, Kirby VanBurch, Jim Monroe, and Zak Mirzadeh
Setup Requirements
Sound System (XLR or 1/4in connection) for wireless mic & music
Social