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A man standing in an open doorway looking out at vibrant blue and orange clouds.
8 – 12 Jul

Escaping Reality Magic Show

  • Comedy
  • Art

With this show, Patrick invites his audience to step out of the daily grind, escape reality for a while, and lose themselves in an enchanting magical experience. So sit back, relax, and let the magic unfold.

Hours

Date Times
Tue 8 Jul
  • 7.30pm - 8.30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Wed 9 Jul
  • 7.30pm - 8.30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Thu 10 Jul
  • 7.30pm - 8.30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Fri 11 Jul
  • 7.30pm - 8.30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Sat 12 Jul
  • 7.30pm - 8.30pm 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Location

Close Up Gallery
Arrow On Swanston
488 Swanston St
Carlton 3053

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Price and bookings

From $18 to $28

Adult / general $28
Senior $20
Student / concession $20
Children $20

Free for children under 2

Book online for Escaping Reality Magic Show

Contact details

  • telephone number: 0432 574 403
  • email address: patrick.spencer.magic@gmail.com
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