Stage Show

On stage, Whit combines wit, humor and audience participation with unbelievable sleight-of-hand to weave a spell of enchantment and fun. He proposes to teach how some of the classic feats of magic are done. As the explanation progresses, so does the confusion as magic just seems to happen, and the audience, the on-stage volunteers, and the magician are caught up in a mystifying web of comedy and pure magic. Using everyday objects such as an egg, a rope, and a newspaper, Whit turns classic magic inside out–the magician seems lost as the magic happens in the hands of the spectators. See video clips of Whit's wonderful stage magic here.

Whit’s original stage routines are such a radical departure from traditional magic that in 1980 the Magic Castle awarded him the title "Stage Magician of the Year," and in 1995 and 2002, he was named "Parlour Magician of the Year."

Whit has four different thirty-minute shows, as well as a one-hour show. He can perform in even the most difficult circumstances, whether on stage, in a banquet room, or three-quarter-round cabaret, and in front of any size audience. Because he depends on pure sleight-of-hand rather than large mechanical props and technical lighting and stage effects--Whit's stage, music and lighting requirements are kept to a minimum.

Close-Up Show

Close-up magic is probably the most exciting kind of magic, because everything happens right under the spectator’s nose--even in his own hands. A signed card may rise out of the deck in the spectator’s hand, or be found in a sealed envelope in the magician’s wallet, or stuck to the ceiling. The audience’s wallets, watches, and jewelry seem his for the taking--even their hidden thoughts aren’t safe. Whit picks pockets, reads minds, makes coins, pocket knives, cigars and other small objects appear and disappear. This kind of magic is stunning, visual, and the perfect ice-breaker for any kind of event.

Whit performs close-up magic completely surrounded, which makes it perfect for walk-around during the cocktail hour, or going table to table at a banquet. It is especially effective at a banquet when combined with an after-dinner stage performance.

The magician members of the Magic Castle, The Academy of Magical Arts, have sixteen times named Whit Haydn among their top five close-up performers of the year, and in 2003 and 2004 he was awarded the Magic Castle's academy award for  "Close-Up Magician of the Year." His close-work at the Magic Castle was honored again this year as "W. C. Fields Bar Magician of the Year."

"Pop" Haydn--The Shell Game Man

   This is a show in which Whit sets up his authentic Nineteenth century tray and stand and takes on all comers at the Shell Game, Three-Card Monte, Fast and Loose and other famous street swindles. These fascinating con games are interspersed with humor, magic, and amazing sleight-of-hand. Authentic to the period of the American West in the 1890's, this performance enchants young and old alike. It is something truly different and everyone has fun matching wits with the master.

   This is perfect for Western theme events, casino nights, festivals, corporate events, trade-shows and private parties. For something truly unique and memorable--this is just the thing.

Customized Performances

  Whit Haydn can tailor his performances to any situation, but he can also create special shows for sales promotions, trade-shows, meetings, product launches, and other events in which you have a message to deliver. Whit can create traffic-stopping magic that will draw a crowd to your booth, stage, or store and both entertain and inform the crowd with your sales message or important company or product information. Combining comedy, magic, fun and whimsy with the talking points that you want to make to the crowd, Whit not only informs but also pleases and delights your customers, clients, or prospects. 

   Whit's unique style and unbelievable talent will work for you in creating the best possible way to both call attention to your message, and get each important point across. Whit's corporate clients are always amazed at his ability to come up with creative new ways to promote and deliver their sales and marketing concepts in many different environments and situations.