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Raphmagician
Overview
My name is Raphaël Cafaro and I am a close-up magician. My job is to entertain you and make you forget about your daily routine for a while, perhaps even make you go back to your childhood with feelings of astonishment and wonder. Create a memorable experience at your upcoming event by also making me forget for a while about my scientific career as a PhD student in ovarian cancer research at the CRCHUM.
I can do Close-up, walk around magic and we can also sit down at the table for some up close and personal gambling demonstrations and how professional con men would cheat in a game of cards.
Thank you for your kind attention and lets make your event memorable together! Cheers!
RaphMagician
Reviews
9 reviews
Joan P.
October 19, 2026Super fun!
We hired Raph for our friend bachelorette party and had so much fun! Raph was really funny and had mind blowing tricks up his sleeve.
Hired as: Strolling/Close-up Magician
Raphmagician
Thank you Joan I had a fantastic time entertaining you and your friends are super fun to banter with. Thanks again for such a great time!
Cheers!
Raph
Farah
October 18, 2026The best part of the night!!
Raphaël/Raphmagician was the absolute highlight of my birthday party and ended up being the star of the night despite it being my birthday hahaha! My friends are still messaging me about him a week later.
Raphaël was punctual, super approachable, and brought so much fun and energy to the evening. He arrived prepared, with a whole bunch of props and clearly put a lot of thought and effort into planning his tricks to make the experience memorable. He was also really flexible and went a little over time, and even shared a couple of his tricks with some very curious guests, which was such a sweet gesture :)
Thank you Raphaël for such a great night! You helped make my birthday party so special.
To anyone reading this, look no further! Raphaël is THE magician to book for your event.
Hired as: Strolling/Close-up Magician
Raphmagician
Thank you Farah for the kind words I had an amazing time with such amazing people. You know where to find me if you need me again!
Cheers!
Raph
Elisa F.
December 25, 20255 Stars
Raphael was an absolute pleasure to work with. Prompt, professional, easygoing and adaptable, all at affordable pricing. He created a custom show unique for our party that went with the theme. We were all left wowed, he exceeded our expectations and we would definitely hire him again. Thank you so much for making our event so memorable!
Hired as: Strolling/Close-up Magician
Raphmagician
Thank you Elisa it was a pleasure to entertaiin your guests! So much fun and classy at the same time. Loved it!
Tamara R.
December 4, 2024A fantastic entertainer!
Raph was the entertainment at my husband's 40th birthday party, and was a huge hit! His tricks were mesmerizing, and he was very entertaining. Highly recommended!
Hired as: Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician
Raphmagician
Thank you very much, it was such a pleasure and such a great crowd! Happy Holidays and take care!
Haidee G.
September 5, 2024Excellent Skills
He’s fascinating to look at while performing. You can never see how he does the trick as his hands are fast and he knows how to divert your attention. The skills he has on magic is excellent.
Hired as: Strolling/Close-up Magician
Raphmagician
Thank you for the kind words I really appreciate it!! Glad you enjoyed my performance!
Booking information
Price range: $200 – $500 per event
Languages: English, French, Italian
Gig length: 40 - 180 minutes
What to expect
I perform up close and personal the classics of sleight of hand magic in a walkaround situation for your event during a cocktail reception or a wedding. I can do table to table magic, or hire me for gambling demonstrations with a deck of cards and other accessories for a private party sitting at the table.
Feats that are rarely seen and unique with a scientific touch for your entertainment pleasure.
About
I've been passionate about magic since I was a young boy receiving my first magic kit at 7 years old. I decided to take magic seriously after whatching the feats of the greats like David Copperfield and Garry Kurtz on television magic specials programs.
I am also a scientist certified non-invasive cardiology technician and currently doing a PhD in Molecular Biology at the University of Montreal doing ovarian cancer research. My magic brings a scientific flavor and presentation style that is unique and can be entertaining as well as educational.
I love and will perform the classics of magic, magic feats that are over 100 years old and that have been performed by the great masters of the 20th century.
I also specialize in card feats done at the table very rarely seen, known as gambling demonstrations and how professional con men would cheat at a game of cards filled with real stories.
Oh, and I am certified CPR too.
Cheers!
Services offered
Past booked events
October 2026
18
Sunday
Bachelorette Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
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Montreal, QC
10
Saturday
Birthday Party
9:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Montreal, QC
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