Intro to Magic
Presented by Neo
Date: Saturday, July 12
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Workshop Overview
This isn’t just about learning a few tricks — this is your first step into a world where reality bends, logic folds, and the impossible suddenly feels... kind of doable.
Led by professional mind-bender Neo, Intro to Magic is a two-hour, hands-on workshop that pulls back the curtain on the art of illusion. Perfect for curious minds of all kinds, it’s a fun, immersive crash course in the fundamentals of magic — with a strong focus on performance, psychology, and showmanship.
Participants will not only learn how magic works, but why it works — and leave with a few powerful tricks they can use to blow minds at their next dinner party.
What Participants Will Learn
The secret principles that make magic feel real
Beginner-friendly tricks using cards, coins, and everyday objects
Sleight-of-hand basics and misdirection
How to own the stage (or the room) with confidence and presence
The joy of creating wonder, even in the smallest moments
Workshop Experience
The format combines:
Live demonstrations by Neo
Step-by-step guided instruction
Interactive group practice
One-on-one performance coaching
A bit of laughter, a lot of mystery, and guaranteed “Wait—what?!” moments
Everyone leaves with at least three new tricks up their sleeve — and the confidence to perform them.
What to Bring:
A deck of cards and a few coins (quarter or half-dollar size preferred)
Who Should Attend
Anyone curious about the art of magic
Creative minds looking to explore performance, confidence, and connection
Absolute beginners welcome — no prior experience required
About the Instructor
Neo is a mentalist, hypnotist, and professional mischief-maker of the mind. He’s also a proud member of ImprovCity’s Tuesday Troupe. Blending psychological illusion, suggestion, and a sharp sense of humor, he creates live experiences that are interactive, mind-bending, and unforgettable. His goal? To leave you laughing, curious, and wondering just how much of your mind was ever truly yours.
Minimum 6 people enrolled for class to proceed. Maximum capacity is 20.
