James Phelan - The Man Who Was Magic

James Phelan brings his show The Man Who Was Magic to the Pavilion Theatre on Saturday 30 January 2027, starting at 7:30pm. It's a West End production coming to Worthing, and Phelan is a world-renowned, award-winning magician billed as the UK's number one magic act. He's also the first magician in history to sell out a solo run at The Magic Circle, which is about as high a benchmark as you can set in the world of magic.

If his name doesn't ring a bell, you might remember the stunt that made him a household name: he correctly predicted the lottery and jammed the BBC switchboard in the process. That's the kind of thing he's built his reputation on. The show arrives after five years of sold-out performances around the world, and it's picked up some strong reviews along the way. The List called him 'one to watch in the world of magic', and The Standard described it as 'an unforgettable evening we can't stop talking about'.

It's a substantial night out rather than a quick turn. The production runs 145 minutes, so you're looking at over two hours of magic on stage. There's also an age guidance of 12+, so it's better suited for older children and adults than for the very young. Tickets start from £23.75 plus a £1.75 transaction fee, and the show runs from 7:30pm to 10:00pm at the Pavilion Theatre on Marine Parade, Worthing, BN11 3PX.