Josh Staley: Deception by Design
Comedian, magician, & showman Josh Staley returns after his recent success at the "Magic Olympics”, award-winning, sell-out shows across the world & being crowned 'Australian champion of magic’.
Deception by Design is a high-energy fusion of world-class sleight of hand, razor-sharp wit, and spontaneous comedy. Every moment is interactive, unpredictable, and unforgettable — where comedy meets conjuring.
In an ambitious creative experiment, Josh pulls back the curtain on the architecture of impossibility. Each night, he will attempt to build a brand-new magic trick live on stage, guided entirely by audience input. Every show is a unique, spontaneous journey where you don’t just watch the magic—you help design it.
From mind-bending illusions to hilarious audience encounters, this is magic reimagined for the modern stage - clever, chaotic, and full of wonder.
"We saw Penn & Teller last year in Las Vegas. Josh was better! See him before he's headlining Vegas" Fringe Feed
"Josh Staley is undoubtedly one of Australia's best magicians" - Theatre Matters
"Staley isn't just performing magic, he's redefining it" - Glam Adelaide
Don't blink. Don't miss it.
Presented by: Josh Staley
Josh Staley has been hailed as “one of the best magicians in Australia,” and it’s easy to see why. With world-class sleight of hand, razor-sharp comedy, and spectacular showmanship, his performances are packed with laughter, gasps, and unforgettable moments. A Guinness World Record holder and multi-award-winning performer, Josh has amazed audiences on television, toured the world with sold-out, critically acclaimed shows, and in 2025, was selected as Australia’s sole representative at the prestigious World Championships of Magic. From intimate shows to grand stages, Josh blends magic, theatre, and psychology into live experiences that will astonish, delight, and connect audiences of all ages. Magic is about witnessing the impossible, and Josh delivers those moments every time he perfomsSuitability & warnings
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Presented by: Josh Staley
Josh Staley has been hailed as “one of the best magicians in Australia,” and it’s easy to see why. With world-class sleight of hand, razor-sharp comedy, and spectacular showmanship, his performances are packed with laughter, gasps, and unforgettable moments. A Guinness World Record holder and multi-award-winning performer, Josh has amazed audiences on television, toured the world with sold-out, critically acclaimed shows, and in 2025, was selected as Australia’s sole representative at the prestigious World Championships of Magic. From intimate shows to grand stages, Josh blends magic, theatre, and psychology into live experiences that will astonish, delight, and connect audiences of all ages. Magic is about witnessing the impossible, and Josh delivers those moments every time he perfomsSocial media
