South Street Magic

This theatre was sooo fun the magician (Messado). He was funny too. The show was great and my husband and children loved this place we will definitely be back

After coming to South Street Magic for a magic show, we decided to have my son’s 8^th birthday party here. The kids had a great time. The magician, Mr Messado, did a good job keeping a bunch of high-​energy kids involved and paying attention.
Every child who wanted to participate got a turn. Even those who already «knew all the tricks» were impressed.
We got the basic package (very, very reasonable!) and came with our own cake. Seth, the owner, was very accommodating and helpful.
This place is tiny so you don’t get the usual setup with the table and chairs for the kids to sit down and eat, but they had no problem wandering around the shop with their plates.
Overall, a great place for a kids party or just a magic show.

This is a great option for a kids party. We did not want 20 kids with the magician in our house so found this place. The show itself was really great! It was perfectly tailored to the 7 – 8 yearolds. Magician was able to keep going with the tricks that pleased and made sure every kid had a turn of some sort, no one got scared etc. He had good control of the audience in general. They are super helpful with arriving guests and serving the food etc. Cup cakes were just right. Its worth the price. The levitation is cool but its after the show, kind of a fun photo opportunity but not worth the money. It would be great if they could insert it into the show somehow, then it would be worth it for sure. Communication was ok, email response was slow but the owner will give you his cell if you need something. Its a great spot for a kids party!

I’ve been wanting to go here for years ever since Hocus Pocus closed years ago. The day was cold and my wife and I needed an activity for our 4 year old nephew we were watching. I found details regarding their Family magic show and proceeded to buy tickets. First things first, the customer service was great! I had accidentally bought tickets for the wrong date, but as luck would have it 3 people had not shown up to the sold out show. They called the missing people who said they couldn’t make it, and thus allowed us to exchange the tickets for today. Secondly, Mr. Messado the magician was incredible. The theater was small enough that he was able to ensure that every kid, my nephew included, who wanted to participate had a chance to go on stage. Needless the say, my nephew stole everyone’s hearts in his amazement at the great tricks. Mr. Messado was great with all the kids and had a great act that was equally entertaining for my wife and I along with all the other parents who brought their kids. These guys really know their magic and are completely professional. All their tricks in the store front that they sell come with a free lesson. They will even demo a trick before you buy to see if you like. $ 30 for 3 General Admission show tickets, and another $ 30 on a trick for me and souvenir for my nephew. Money well spent! Cannot wait to go to another show.

I took my Mother and my Aunt to Mr. Messado’s magic show on Sunday afternoon March 2015. I love close up magic best of all when considering all types of magic and Mr. Messado didn’t disappoint, in fact we found ourselves amazed and scratching our heads wondering how he did it — which is exactlly how we wanted to feel. The ring tricks were outstanding; we found ourselves with our mouths hanging ope… n, and forgot to clap! There were a lot of small children in the audience as well as adults, and the great magician kept all ages entertained and kept it interactive, pulling various kids and adults (my Aunt included) onto the stage to «assist» in his performance. He’s not only quick with his close up magic, but also very funny — practically a stand-​up comic. We had a great time! Then, later that same week, we watched Wizard Wars on Syfy network & guess who we saw competing for $ 10K? …Mr. Messado, that’s who! And he did awesome, getting to the 2^nd round and almost taking home the purse, it was a close competition. For anyone who enjoys close up magic, South Street Magic is a must see show. The theater is intimate with about 30 seats — exactly the right atmosphere for this type of performance. …parking was free on the street, but I ended up paying $ 15 for parking in the lot directly next to the magic show building because I didn’t find any open spots on the street. But it was worth every penny spent though, in fact, I’d like to go back again some time. I’m going to keep an eye out for this gifted magician’s rise to stardom — Vegas?
Also, thanks to Seth Rovner for working his magic and getting us into the show when we’d found the show we wanted to attend to be fully booked. My mother and I had flown into Philly from ATL for her birthday and visiting with my Aunt — so we were stuck with limited options to attend. Thanks to Seth for a great time!

Went for the Saturday show for my 18^th birthday, the theater is SMALL as in fire hazard small. Honestly, if there was a fire some of us would not have made it. We were packed in there shoulder to shoulder and they just kept filling people in. If you’re claustrophobic don’t go. Your reservation basically means nothing. I had a reservation for 6 and showed up with 5 and we couldn’t even sit together or near each other. When we asked politely if someone could shift down so we could all sit together no one would be cause the stage isn’t centered so you can’t see from all angles. So if you have a party of more than 2 get there really early and you won’t have that problem. Our magician was awesome he gets 5 stars, but the overall experience did not feel magical. I had a groupon for this and I’d only go back if I bought another groupon and was with one other person.

Great place to take the family for a show! I performed there last year, at their old location.
They have a real nice Theater, as well as a decent stock of magic effects for the beginner to intermediate Magician.
Seth, the owner is very accommodating and willing to help you out with learning a new trick.
See their web site for upcoming shows on Thursdays and Saturdays.

« Unilocal», I was in Pa. visiting my parents when I decided to look up magic shops in the area I came across South Street Magic they had just moved to this location and was not fully set up yet, but they welcomed me and my family into the store anyway and showed my mother and girl friend a card trick they loved it and told me I need to learn that card trick. I’m working on that trick now. Thanks Seth the Rainbow Deck puts out card miracles!

How great that we have a wonderful place to go to see magicians. I went home wondering how he did he do that. Totally amazing and lots of fun. And not expensive. If you like magic this the place for you.

Took the kids to the Sunday show for some family fun. The performer was Mr Messado, who is by all accounts, your textbook hack magician. Performing stale and expired, birthday party tricks (cups and balls, coin tricks and spring loaded metal rings) the only person in the room who was impressed was Mr Messadouche. He also seemed annoyed to be there. Totally irritated and angry at the children and parents who were not sure when we were obligated to applaud. Stop trying to dis people into clapping for your shitty tricks you goon. If you do something that deserves applause you will receive it. Get a clue. Your personality blows. You are an entertainer. If you can’t do that, at least be a little nicer. Everyone walked out wondering what your problem was. I simply hate your guts. It’s a shame because the other employees who greeted us inside the store were all lovely people. Also, you were upstaged by the children you brought on stage. Just to be clear — I don’t know Mr Mess. Never met him before and I have no personal grudge against him other than I think his magic is booty and you made everyone in the room hate your filthy guts by being a prick.

I love South Street Magic and have been back quite a few times over the past few months. The venue is very intimate and you really get to be a part of the show! My favorite part is that I can see the same performers multiple times and it isn’t necessarily the same show. They do a great job at interacting with the audience and make you feel like you’re watching something amazing! I highly recommend checking this place out if you’re in the Philly area.

I stopped in to South Street Magic when I was passing by it on a whim a few months ago. I loved magic tricks as a kid, and used to go to the magic shop Hocus Pocus that was there in the 90’s, and I figured I’d feel some nostalgia. I was right. It was cool to see the cheap novelty gag gifts, but what amazed me was all the «real» tricks that are there, too. I bought the Scotch & Soda, and the guy there helped train me.
Since then, I’ve stopped back a few times to check out one of the performances. It’s a short show, but a great way to kill some time and share a few laughs. I took a friend once and dates the other two times… the shows are interactive and fun, and provide fodder for conversation after.

I came here for Dan Hauss’s magic show… what a great change of pace for a date night or night out with the friends!
Firstly, I love this area of South Street, as it’s so lively at night. I didn’t really look through the magic store since I was late for the show. There’s a small, leveled room in the back of the store for the illusion shows with about 5 rows of 7 seats. Every seat in the room is a great seat!
As a warm up, Mr. Swirly (?) performed a few card tricks and was adorably eccentric. Dan Hauss was a really funny and entertaining guy! He seemed to improvise his show, but it was just as impressive (or maybe more so?). He performed many card tricks, with a mix of coins and rope and others scattered throughout, by using volunteers from the audience. Or he’ll just pick you; the audience interaction is better that way, and you’ll believe the audience isn’t a coconspirator (as a friend of mine hypothesized). There were some really great tricks in there that I don’t want to spoil for the rest of you, so you should see for yourself.
The show was definitely worth the price, especially since he tries to teach the audience a trick or two if you’re lucky. I doubt magic is for everyone, but get the Groupon (expires in March 2014) and give it a try! It’s enjoyable, but as a casual spectator, I doubt I’d come here more than once a year.

There are very few brick and mortar magic shops around any more. Thank you for keeping the magic alive, South Street Magic!
Great spot to learn magic, hang out, or see a show. There is an intimate theater with several performances/​week.
Great place.

Saw an illusion show, they have a new one every Friday night. The theater is very personal, just the right size to interact with the illusionist. So much fun. Great place to bring friends or a date. They sell magic and will even teach you how to do the trick. WOW. Great night out and on Sundays they have a family show too.