With over 20 years of professional experience, Travis Knight specializes in "Pure Entertainment"—sophisticated, high-impact close-up magic performed inches from your eyes. Mentored by the late Obie O’Brien (founder of the world-renowned FFFF Convention), Travis provides a minimalist, world-class experience that requires no stage or bulky equipment. From upscale lounges to private VIP gatherings, Travis uses cards, coins, and borrowed objects to create moments of genuine wonder. If you want a veteran of the craft who focuses on elegance and impossible sleight-of-hand, look no further.
19 reviews
Debbie J.
October 11, 2026Travis was punctual (even a bit early). Set up quickly and immediately had the children mesmerized with his magic tricks! He then twisted balloons into fantastic shapes with many color options. The kids had a blast!
Hired as: Balloon Twister, Magician
Alyssa-Beth W.
October 6, 2026Travis was able to keep up with the demands of nearly 800 attendees with his great balloon art. He kept the energy high and was very accommodating to kids' requests and we wouldn't have had so many smiles without him at our event. Thank you, Travis!! I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a little fun at their event.
Hired as: Balloon Twister
Jessica P.
September 21, 2026Travis was amazing! Melted our minds and was the perfect surprise for my friends bachelorette party.
Hired as: Magician
Shannon A.
August 22, 2026Travis was very interactive with the kids and the families. Thank you for being with us on our annual community event!
Hired as: Balloon Twister
R B.
August 22, 2026Travis was excellent. We had a large range of ages, from the very young to the fairly old, and he was able to put together a show and adjust on the fly to make an entertaining performance for all of us to be entertained.
It was a special event, and him participating made the event even more memorable than we could have imagined. I highly recommend him for anybody to utilize for any magician-based performance.
Hired as: Magician
Price range: Starts at $500
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 120 minutes
Close-Up & Strolling Magic:
Travis provides a high-energy, interactive experience perfect for cocktail hours, lounges, and private gatherings. This set features organic magic with cards, coins, and everyday objects, designed to work perfectly in restaurant-style settings without any bulky stage equipment.
Family & Children's Events:
For family-focused events, packages can include 30-60 minutes of magic followed by high-volume balloon twisting. These sets are jam-packed with value and comedy, ensuring every child feels like part of the miracle.
With over 20 years of professional experience, Travis Knight specializes in "Pure Entertainment"—sophisticated, high-impact close-up magic performed inches from your eyes. He was mentored by the legendary Obie O’Brien, the former International President of the IBM and founder of the world-renowned FFFF Close-Up Convention. Obie’s influence ensures every performance is grounded in world-class theory and precision. Travis provides a minimalist, world-class experience that requires no stage or bulky equipment. From upscale lounges to private VIP gatherings, Travis uses cards, coins, and borrowed objects to create moments of genuine wonder. If you want a veteran of the craft who focuses on elegance and impossible sleight-of-hand, look no further.
Travis provides a low-profile, high-impact entertainment solution. He is fully self-contained and requires zero setup time, making him perfect for intimate venues and VIP events. For outdoor festivals or larger community events, Travis can provide a professional strolling setup, but for lounge and corporate work, he maintains a minimalist, 'Noir' aesthetic that blends seamlessly into your atmosphere.
Saturday
Halloween Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Lee Center, NY
Saturday
Corporate Event
12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Syracuse, NY
Saturday
Bachelorette Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Hector, NY
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Port Byron, NY
Saturday
Festival
12:00pm - 3:00pm
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King Ferry, NY
Friday
House Party
8:30pm - 9:15pm
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Syracuse, NY
Saturday
Anniversary Party
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Oswego, NY
Saturday
Prom/After Prom Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Oswego, NY
Saturday
Baby Shower
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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Syracuse, NY
Friday
House Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
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Syracuse, NY
Saturday
Birthday Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Liverpool, NY
Saturday
Birthday Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
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Syracuse, NY
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Camillus, NY
Saturday
Festival
1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Syracuse, NY
Saturday
Festival
12:00pm - 5:00pm
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Syracuse, NY
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:30pm - 3:15pm
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Clinton, NY
Sunday
Religious Celebration
11:30am - 1:00pm
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Liverpool, NY
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Jamesville, NY
Thursday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Cicero, NY
Friday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Westmoreland, NY
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Verona, NY
Thursday
Children’s Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Syracuse, NY
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Clay, NY
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Sherrill, NY
Thursday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Oswego, NY
Sunday
Religious Celebration
11:00am - 12:30pm
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Liverpool, NY
Saturday
Corporate Event
3:00pm - 9:00pm
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Waterloo, NY
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Chittenango, NY
Sunday
House Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Cazenovia, NY
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
5:00pm - 5:45pm
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Syracuse, NY
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Fayetteville, NY
Friday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
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Fayetteville, NY
Monday
out of town
12:00am - 11:55pm
The "In-the-Hands" Miracles
The Transposition: Two cards, held firmly by the spectator, physically switch places while their hands are closed. This is the "impossible moment" that defines the Knight experience.
The Organic Connection: Using everyday items like rubber bands, Travis demonstrates how solid matter can pass through solid matter—inches from the spectator’s eyes.
The Signature Card Work
The Ambitious Ascent: A signed card repeatedly defies logic by rising to the top of the deck, even when placed in the middle or buried by the spectator.
The Thought-of Card: A demonstration of psychological influence where a card merely thought of is identified without the performer ever seeing the face of the deck.
The Impossible Souvenir: A signed card vanishes entirely and is found in a secure location, such as a wallet or pocket, providing a physical reminder of the miracle.
Sleight-of-Hand Prowess
The Specialist’s Coin: A demonstration of pure manual dexterity where a silver coin appears, vanishes, and travels through the air using skills perfected over two decades.
The Reality Warp: A fast-paced series of visual miracles where cards change color or value in the blink of an eye, right under the spectator’s nose.
The sleight-of-hand mastery of David Blaine, the theatrical impact of David Copperfield, and the legendary Obie O'Brien
None. Travis is a completely mobile performer. He does not require a stage, special lighting, or extra tables for his close-up and strolling sets. He works directly from his pockets, ensuring the focus remains on the guest experience and the magic itself.
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