Jonathan Friedman LIVE (Penguin LIVE) – A talented musician turned magician, Jonathan captivates audiences by merging music with magic in his performances.

“Jonathan’s inventions are so varied and eclectic, everyone will find something they’ll want to use!” – Jack Carpenter

“Jonathan Friedman’s magic is quirky, engaging, and, most importantly, practical!” – Cameron Francis

“Jonathan is a refreshing presence in a magic scene often filled with mundane routines. His unique ideas and presentations keep me excited for what’s next!” – Caleb Wiles

“Jonathan Friedman’s magic combines intriguing plots with unusual props, making it both interesting and performable.” – Ian Kendall

“Jonathan Friedman is a nostalgic nod to the Eighties in magic, and that’s a huge compliment. His performances are visual, clever, and meticulously crafted, reminiscent of legends like Daryl and Paul Harris.” – Andi Gladwin – VANISHING INC.

“Jonathan’s effects are among the most popular in VANISH MAGIC MAGAZINE – his material is fresh, impactful, and highly original. This is one lecture I will definitely download.” – Paul Romhany – VANISH MAGIC MAGAZINE

What Will He Teach?

Word Search and Destroy: A band is mentally selected from a list of ten, revealed through a clever elimination process that mimics a classic word search, featuring “The MixMaster Force”.

School of Rock: Experience a mental prediction, ink-morphing, card transformation, and a four-of-a-kind production, all while learning about Rock and Roll history, plus a bonus from legendary magician Jack Carpenter.

George and Abe: A six-phase penny/quarter transposition with an impossible kicker ending that resets after each performance, including “The Arcade Vanish” and “The Up and Over Vanish”.

Bee Gee Wiz: Display your quasi-mathematical skills with a unique routine centered around the iconic hits of The Brothers Gibb.

Wannabe Ninja: Channel your inner ninja by locating a selected card three times using a card throwing star and stealth techniques, featuring “The Barehanded Trashcan Production” and “Slap Trap”.

Bad Band Tattoo: Reveal a selected band as your “new” tattoo, which initially appears incorrect but morphs into the right one piece by piece!

Ice Ice Baby: Learn a novel method to create an ice cube using everyday items: a business card, ink, and fire.

Material Girl: Magically separate red and black cards from a shuffled deck, culminating in a stunning finale. Discover how to “get lucky” in more ways than one.

The KISS Theory: Engage in a shuffling exercise themed around KISS, where audience-chosen band members are dealt correctly, leading to a visual transformation of George on the dollar bill into his favorite KISS member.

Who Is He?

Jonathan Friedman is a seasoned magician with over twenty years of experience. His innovative works have been featured in GENII, MAGIC, and the digital magazine VANISH, where he pens a monthly column titled “Throwing Shade”. His book, “The 80’s Called…They Want Their Magic Book Back Vol. One”, received critical acclaim and won the 2015 Vanishing Inc. “Trickie” Award for Best Magic Book.

As a demonstrator at Market Magic Shop in Seattle, WA, Jonathan showcases his quirky close-up magic daily. He is currently developing a new hardback collection of his most inventive close-up creations, excited to share his unique fusion of music and magic through the Penguin Live experience!

Join the Live Lecture!

If you could ask one question to one of the most imaginative magicians in the world, what would it be? Don’t miss this chance! On Sunday, December 4th, at 7:00 PM, join us for an extraordinary 2-hour online lecture with Jonathan Friedman. Gain insights and techniques that you won’t find in any book or DVD.