Wayne Houchin LIVE (Penguin LIVE)

“I loved it and envy Houchin’s creative mind.” – Scott Wells

“What wonderful, intelligent and emotionally charged magic that is well conceived, well presented and well taught. What a great evening!” – Marc DeSouza

“All of Houchin’s effects have been honed to take full advantage of the moment – and to leave the spectator feeling they had experienced something truly special. This lecture will leave your members thinking and talking about it.” – Don Deich “Vlad”, Vice President Ring 248

What will he teach?

Strange Ideas? is Wayne Houchin’s latest presentation, blending performance art, magic, and daring feats. This engaging lecture showcases innovative magic and unique variations from the mind behind Sinful: The Signed Coin in Can, French Kiss, Thread, Stigmata, Counterfeit (torn & restored card), and Ultragaff. Attendees will explore magic using needles, string, helium balloons, dollar bills, cards, and more. Houchin’s powerful and practical magic is perfect for both close-up and parlor performances.

A Single Needle

Helium

The Drawing to Impossible Location

The Transposition of a Torn Bill

Thread

and more!

Who is he?

Wayne Houchin is a captivating blend of con-man, street magician, and daredevil. He gained fame in 1999 by escaping from a strait-jacket while suspended 50 feet above a busy intersection at just 16 years old. As a renowned performance artist and magician, Houchin has designed original illusions that have mesmerized audiences and fellow magicians alike. His creations have been performed by notable figures such as David Blaine, Criss Angel, and Dynamo. With a performance and lecture tour spanning over 30 countries, Houchin has appeared on NBC’s Today Show, headlined the iconic Magic Castle in Hollywood, and made headlines in the Dominican Republic with a live nationally televised stunt that stopped time. He has also been a guest speaker at Trinity College’s Science Gallery.

Currently, Houchin stars in the Discovery Channel’s Breaking Magic / Magic of Science, a series that has captivated over 100 million viewers worldwide. His global travels have allowed him to explore the realms of mystery and magic across more than 30 countries, and he has shared his insights on magic, science, and illusion at prestigious institutions like Trinity College in Ireland and Oxford University in England. His acclaimed series, Breaking Magic: The Magic of Science, aired on the Discovery Channel, reaching audiences in 224 countries.