Pierric LIVE (Penguin LIVE)
Join Pierric as he delves into the art of topitting, sleeving, and the intersection of comedy and creativity, drawing from his experience as a FISM champion.
“Humor and skill combined with smart ideas and perfect timing. Pierric is a joy to watch.” – R. Paul Wilson
“Pierric consistently amazes me with his innovative subtle effects and methods…” – Gaëtan Bloom
“Pierric has been a friend and an inspiration for more years than I can count. His numerous FISM awards speak volumes; this is someone you definitely don’t want to miss.” – Michael Weber
What Will He Teach?
Vanishing Biscuit: This is Pierric’s signature opening trick, perfect for corporate and theater performances. It’s a classic clown gag that’s easy to perform, brief, and sets the tone for the show.
Card Production: A long-time favorite in Pierric’s collection, he has refined this classic technique over the years with unique finesses and insights.
Pierric’s Shuttle Pass: Learn this innovative coin move and its various applications, demonstrated through a three-coin vanish.
Homage to Paul Le Paul: An adaptation featuring three card tricks inspired by LePaul’s classic work.
The Trapdoor: This was Pierric’s first original trick, which earned him first place in the close-up category at the French Championship and the International Brotherhood of Magicians in Brussels at just 16 years old.
Additionally, Pierric will discuss topitting, sleeving, comedy, creativity, and his experiences at FISM.
Who Is He?
Pierric is a versatile magician, actor, author, and director, performing across diverse platforms from large theaters to corporate events, and even on television and radio.
Born in 1981, Pierric began drama school in 1986, participating in various plays and exploring different genres as a comedian, director, and author.
His journey into magic began in 1994, leading to numerous accolades at international competitions, including first place in the close-up magic category at the French National Championships and the International Brotherhood of Magicians in Brussels in 1997.
In 2006, he won the invention prize at the World Championship of Magic in Stockholm, followed by a third-place finish in Blackpool in 2012. He also secured first place at the International Close-up Competition Ron MacMillan in London.
In 2015, Pierric achieved first prize in Parlor Magic and the Grand Prix in close-up at FISM in Rimini, becoming the first Swiss magician to earn this honor.
He has served as a consultant for film, advertising, and theater, including being the hand double for Fernando Alonso in a Renault ad and designing magical effects for the show Le Concours by the Béjart Ballet Lausanne in May 2009.
Since 1999, Pierric has regularly appeared on Swiss National Television and Radio as a writer, actor, or magician, performing for notable figures such as Alain Souchon and Patrick Bruel.
Since 2008, he has created seven short films influenced by slapstick and the French New Wave, with Homage to Switzerland being showcased in six international festivals.
His debut novel, Les aventures de, a post-modern comic work, was published in 2014.
Since 2007, Pierric has toured Europe with his one-man show Man Framed on White, blending slapstick comedy, magic, and acting in over 200 performances.