Magical Hands and Magical Feats with Stuart Lightbody
What outstanding feats are afoot? Stuart Lightbody’s delightfully dexterous digits demonstrate how hands evolved to master manipulation.
Winner of the “Best Magic Award” at Adelaide Fringe 2025. Packed with impossible sleight of hand, and feats worthy of a standing ovation.
“a masterpiece” ★★★★★ World Magic Review, 2024, Edinburgh Fringe
“an increasingly dramatic series of miracles” ★★★★★ World Magic Review, 2025, Edinburgh Fringe
From the winner of the Spirit of the Fringe Ovation Award (NAFest 2019), the Theatre Award (FRINGE WORLD Festival, 2018), and the Creative Award (Prague Fringe Festival, 2014).
Presented by: Stuart Lightbody
Stuart Lightbody has spent over 27 years studying and sharing the art of magic.
Stuart tours his theatre shows across 3 continents. As a South African Magic Champion, Stuart has represented his country at the World Magic Championships in Sweden and at the World Magic Seminar in Las Vegas.
He has also won numerous local and international awards, including two "Silver Ovation Awards" and a "Spirit of the Fringe Award" at the South African National Arts Festival, the overall “Best Magic Award" at the Adelaide Fringe Festival (twice!), the "Creative Award" at the Prague Fringe Festival and the "Theatre Award" at the FRINGE WORLD Festival.
He spends his life pondering, practicing and performing moments that are beautifully impossible.
Sessions
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1 Venue
Adelaide Magic Theatre at The Lost Dice
Opposite Pierre street tram, 111 King William St, Adelaide, Kaurna
Entrance on King William Street
- The only access to this space is via steps/stairs.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- Audience members have the opportunity to interact or join artist on stage
