Elegant Magic Entertainment
One Coin Magic
Dancing with the Queen of Hearts
Close-up Coin Magic
The four card - 3 Card Monte
Steven, performing close-up magic at a very elegant restaurant.
I love my audience helper's expression!
A silver dollar vanishes at the tips of the fingers at close-up magic performance.
Steven Carlson, street magic
Birthday party magic show
Steven Paul Carlson, Master Magician
That's a BIG coin!
Strolling Magic
Magic that mystifies the mind, enriches the soul and enchants the heart.
The magic I specialize in is called close-up sleight of hand magic; it works very well for events where strolling and interaction with many guests is needed. I also perform a stand up sleight of hand magic show for larger audiences.
I engage the audience with impossible magical feats up close and personal. The magic is interactive and creates a very fun and very memorable occasion.
I have been performing professionally for over 40 years and just recently returned from Las Vegas where I was the resident magician at the very family oriented, Excalibur Hotel and Casino.
19 reviews
Vijay A. S. A.
July 27, 2026Stephen Paul Carlson performed close up magic for our family reunion and held the attention of young and old. He was so engaging that many of our family members ignored the open bar and the appetizers in favor of watching his performance. He was professional, on time and exactly what we had hoped for.
Hired as: Strolling/Close-up Magician
Mady S.
June 22, 2026Steven was unbelievably impressive. We had him booked during our wedding cocktail hour and our guests were so enthralled by him. He was professional, talented, and so entertaining. Highly recommend for any event to add some pizazz.
Hired as: Strolling/Close-up Magician
Mary P. M.
October 23, 2025Steven was well-prepared and an amazing addition to our corporate party. He added the perfect element of magic to our spooky event. Steven did a great job at entertaining guests with his strolling magic (mostly card tricks) for our guests seated at tables. Would definitely hire Steven again!
Hired as: Strolling/Close-up Magician
Jon I.
September 25, 2023Steven was prompt and engaging. He added to the overall entertainment of the event!
Hired as: Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician
Kevin R.
December 19, 2022Steven amazed our employees with his slight of hand and other tricks. How does he do that? Was a common topic of conversation. He wove some stories in to the tricks and kept us entertained and wanting more. Would dedintely recommend!
Hired as: Corporate Magician, Magician, Strolling/Close-up Magician
Steven Paul Carlson
Thank you kindly Kevin, that was a wonderful group to entertain, I had as much fun as they did!
Hope to be of service again!
Steven
Price range: $450 and up
Steven Paul Carlson has been performing his elegant style of Sleight-of-Hand Magic all over the country for over 40 years. He has performed on numerous television shows. He also appeared in the full-length motion picture film Jackpot. Jackpot was produced and directed by Academy Award nominee, John Goodell. Steven performed the numerous playing card, poker chip and coin manipulations throughout the gambling scenes.
From (phone number hidden)1, Steven was the resident close-up magician at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV
Steven is also a nationally recognized portrait artist and illustrator. He has a 5th degree black belt in martial arts and holds numerous national and world championship titles.
Steven also loves animals and is very active in ex-racing Greyhound rescue.
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12:00pm - 2:30pm
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Children's Birthday Party
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Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:15pm
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Children's Birthday Party
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Nonprofit Event
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Children's Birthday Party
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Corporate Event
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Christmas Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Corporate Event
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Strolling/Close-up Magician