Upcoming Events:
Vinny Sagoo Lecture
Tuesday 14th April, 7.30pm
Vinny Sagoo has been announced as the Helen Moran Memorial Lecturer to start the 2026-2027 Academic Magical Year for The Order of the Magi in Manchester.
A Mathemagician of Over 30 Years Vinny Sagoo has dazzled audiences with his unique blend of mathematics and magic for over three decades. With a career spanning such a long and illustrious time, he has earned the title of a “mathemagician,” a term he has embraced and made his own.
Helen Moran was a much respected honorary member of The Order of The Magi, who worked very hard behind the scenes. When Helen sadly passed away, she kindly left a bequest to provide the first magic lecture of the Society’s year and this year we are delighted to welcome Vinny Sagoo Magical Creator Extraordinaire on Tuesday 14th April at The Irish World Heritage Centre, Queens Road, Manchester, M8 OAE.
This promises to be an amazing night and non club members can attend for just £10 when booked in advance or £15 paid on the night.
Guests: £10 (Booked before Friday 10th April) or £15 on the Door.
Venue:
Irish World Heritage Centre
Irish Town Way, off Queens Road
Cheetham Hill, Manchester
Find out more, and book your tickets!
Contact:
Email: secretary@orderofthemagi.co.uk
Visitors:
Visitors are welcome to attend up to three meetings or lectures per Magi syllabus year (April – March) with prior approval from the President or Secretary. The pre-booked entry fee is £10 per person, (or £15 on the day) per event, with open events like sales, auctions, and competitions excluded from this limit.
For those interested in attending all lectures and meetings throughout the year, as well as enjoying full membership benefits, click here to explore our membership options
Have a Magical Lecture or Event Idea?
The Order of The Magi is always looking to keep our event line-up fresh and exciting. From lectures and competitions to hands-on workshops and brainstorming sessions, we love adding new, unique, and inspiring experiences to our calendar.
If you have a lecture idea or a creative concept that you think our members would enjoy, please drop an email to our Secretary with the details. And if you’re a member with a fun event idea, be sure to let Mike know – we’d love to hear it!
The Order of The Magi News
A Full Program of Magic Lectures for 2026/27 to be announced soon!
The Order of The Magi can confirm that we will be announcing a full list of lectures for our 2026-2027 year in the next few days.
With a wide and varied selection of events (including some unique and exclusive lectures) from some of the greatest minds in magic in the UK, and beyond, the up-coming year promises to be exceptionally magical.
Entrance fees to lectures for visitors will remain at £10pp – when pre-booked through our TicketSource page, or will be £15pp on the evening.
If you would like to benefit from attending more than 3 lectures in the year, you can save money by becoming a member of the Order of The Magi!
Members: Annual Subs Now Due!
Members should note that your annual subs are now due. Please see the latest magazine for details, or contact the Treasurer.
Student Discount
Students in Full Time Education now benefit from a new discounted membership rate. Read More…
116 Years of Magic in Manchester
Since 1909, The Order of The Magi has been Manchester’s hub for magicians and magic enthusiasts alike, offering a welcoming space for everyone passionate about the art of illusion. From magic tricks to children’s entertainment and balloon modelling, our society embraces all aspects of the magical arts. We gather twice a month at The Irish World Heritage Centre in Cheetham Hill, sharing ideas, learning from renowned magic lecturers, and hosting fun, friendly competitions.
Whether you’re a seasoned magician or just starting out, if you’re in Manchester or nearby, come and see the magic we can create together. Take a look at our Membership Page to explore the benefits and join one of the UK’s oldest magic clubs.
Latest Blog Post:
A History of Magic in Manchester
The article below, written by the Order of the Magi’s past editor Bayard Grimshaw, has been reproduced from “Magi Magoria” published by Supreme Magic in 1974, and covers a very brief history of Magic in Manchester and of course the Order of the Magi – one of the oldest societies for performing magicians in the world, up until the publication date.
Perhaps, one day, our current members could put together a further article dealing with the history of Magic in Manchester from 1974 to the present date…
MAGIC IN MANCHESTER
(Not just we Magi but also)
BAYARD GRIMSHAW
Understandably, the origins of Magic are obscure and a matter for speculation. We may assume that among our remote ancestors, as far back as the beginnings of community life, there came to the fore the “wise men”, those whose special knowledge of natural principles enabled them to keep a step ahead of the rest and to astound their fellows by their ability to bring about strange and awe-inspiring results. They would use their power for the common good, or for personal prestige, and perhaps – who knows ? – to amuse and entertain, too.
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