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  • Magician Liam ‘LJ’ Jumpertz in a tuxedo with bow tie looking bewildered in front of a red velvet curtain.
  • Magician Liam ‘LJ’ Jumpertz looking surprised as a gust of wind blows playing cards and scarves from his briefcase.
  • Magician Liam ‘LJ’ Jumpertz leaning forward on stage and performing a trick with a young blonde woman
30 Jun – 11 Jul

Close Up Tragic

  • Family and kids
  • Comedy

Looking for a school holiday magic show that’s clever, funny, and perfect for the whole family?
Close Up Tragic, from award-winning magician Liam ‘LJ’ Jumpertz, is packed with jaw-dropping sleight of hand using cards and everyday objects, performed right before your eyes.

This is close-up magic at its best, designed for families who want something more engaging than a kiddie show but still fun for all ages. If your kids are a little older and ready for a magic experience that’s smart, surprising and just a little bit ridiculous, this is the show for you.

Hours

Date Times
Tue 30 Jun
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Wed 1 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Thu 2 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Fri 3 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Sat 4 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Sun 5 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tue 7 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Wed 8 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Thu 9 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Fri 10 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Sat 11 Jul
  • 12pm - 1pm 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location

Arrow On Swanston
488 Swanston St
Carlton 3053

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Price and bookings

From $18 to $30

Adult / general $30
Senior $28
Student / concession $28
Children $28
Book online for Close Up Tragic

Contact details

  • telephone number: 0478 222 646
  • email address: ljmagician@gmail.com
  • Visit website for Close Up Tragic
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Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets
  • Companion card accepted
  • Mobility access
  • Service animals

All accessibility information is self-reported by the listing owner. It has not been verified by the City of Melbourne.

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