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Occult Illusionist David Alnwick gives a performative lecture on the history and philosophy of magic. Expect an evening of supernatural illusion and occult demonstrations.

All proceeds go towards the restoration of the Portico's 1846 book on the occult The occult sciences: the philosophy ofmagic, prodigies and apparent miracles by E. Salverte and A. T. Thomson.

Praise for David Alnwick's previous work:

"Like seemingly everything that Alnwick produces, the magic itself is flawless, and the storytelling aspect is equally perfectly performed.” - ★★★★★ World Magic Review“

Really well done... thoroughly enjoyed it... Really impressive work” - Andy Nyman (Derren Brown’s director and writer of West-End hit ‘Ghost Stories’)
“Alnwick skilfully cranks up the suspense and intrigue as he delves deeper into the darker side of magic.” – NowThen Magazine
Click here to see Edinburgh Fringe 2023 audience reactions for his hit occult illusion show ‘The Mystery of Dracula’: https://youtu.be/2SWfdQBtrbw
★★★★★ - ThreeWeeks
★★★★★ - The Sphinx
★★★★ - Broadway Baby
★★★★ - Fringe Guru