Simon Lovell is a world-renowned close up entertainer incredibly gifted in the art of sleight-of-hand. His level of skill is second only to his ability to entertain and create laughter. His talents are especially popular at private parties and corporate functions where he can seamlessly entertain from group to group, amazing everybody along the way! Simon is also the con'man advisor/writer/occasional actor for the USA Network show White Collar and have just had a network one-hour special for CBC in Canada called "Don't Get Fooled Again."
Simon's live engagements have received wide acclaim. Simon's performed all over the world, from the famous Magic Castle in Hollywood to the London Palladium, through the middle and far east to Australia, and South America. Whatever the group, he has never failed to please them!
Simon is a highly experienced performer with over 350 television credits to his name. Additionally, Simon has produced 16 videos, published 21 books, and written hundreds of magazine articles, short stories and scripts. In recent years he has been professionally engaged advising others performers in live and film situations, lecturing world wide to casinos and also to specialist groups of magicians.
Over the years Simon has appeared in every kind of venue. His unique style and audience involvement make him one of the most popular magical entertainers around. Reviewers have described his trademark straitjacket routine as one of the funniest tricks in the world!
Simon Lovell's lecture/workshop (for magicians only!) concentrates upon the performing aspects of his close-up work ranging from the very easy to the very tough. His explanations of effects go into considerable depth ensuring that you won't just know how an effect is done but will know the the why's and what's as well. You'll be able to DO the effect! Simon will teach you just how he does his magic!