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Laugh Magic LIVE! is a high-energy, fast-paced magic show packed with comedy, surprises, and audience interaction that will leave you laughing and amazed! Created by award-winning magician Jonathon LaChance (as seen on Masters of Illusion and Penn & Teller: Fool Us), this one-of-a-kind experience blends mind-blowing magic with side-splitting humor for a show that’s anything but ordinary.
Forget the clichés — there are no top hats or tired card tricks here. Instead, Laugh Magic LIVE! delivers fresh, funny, and modern magic with a twist. From levitations and impossible predictions to offbeat gags and clever misdirection, LaChance keeps the audience guessing — and giggling — from start to finish.
This is interactive entertainment at its best. Whether you're pulled onstage to be part of the act or laughing from your seat, Laugh Magic LIVE! makes everyone feel like part of the show. It's clean, family-friendly fun, but with enough edge and wit to keep teens and adults thoroughly entertained.
Jonathon LaChance has performed at state fairs, on national TV, and in theaters across the country — and now he’s bringing his signature blend of comedy and magic to the Philadelphia Fringe Festival for the very first time.
Perfect for all ages, Laugh Magic LIVE! is a feel-good experience full of wonder, laughter, and unexpected moments that will have you talking long after the curtain closes.
Come see why critics call Jonathon LaChance “a fresh face in magic” and why audiences everywhere can’t stop smiling.
One magician. One mic. Tons of laughs.
Don’t miss the magic — Laugh Magic LIVE! is unlike anything else at the Fringe.
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6452 Greene St
General Admission: $20
Jonathon LaChance isn’t your average magician—he’s the magic you didn’t know you needed, blending mind-blowing illusions, sharp comedy, and audience interaction into a show that’s pure entertainment. He’s redefining what magic can be, turning the impossible into reality with a fresh, exciting approach that leaves audiences laughing, gasping, and wondering how they just became part of the act.
Making magic history on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Jonathon’s talents have also appeared on Masters of Illusion, NBC’s Today Show, ABC, PBS, and more. His one-man show, Laugh Magic LIVE!, has captivated audiences at theaters and resorts across the country, earning rave reviews for its electrifying energy and irresistible charm.
Named “Cereal King of Magic” by Penn & Teller, Jonathon has taken home all three top prizes in no specific order, along with the People’s Choice Award, at the renowned Close-Up Contest in Colon, Michigan. He’s placed in numerous magic convention competitions across the United States, showcasing his versatility and skill in the world of magic. Additionally, Jonathon has performed and lectured for magicians, sharing his expertise with others in the industry.
A winner of the Magic Close-Up Classic in the Magic Capital of the World, Jonathon has also impressed Fortune 500 companies with his unforgettable corporate performances. Known for his youthful charm and larger-than-life stage presence, he’s become a fan favorite, invited back year after year by event organizers. And, of course, he proudly holds the title of “Best Magician in His Family”—two years running!
Whether performing for top-tier corporate events or entertaining families at fairs, Jonathon LaChance delivers an experience that’s as funny as it is magical—always a little unpredictable, always unforgettable.
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Audience Interaction
This event does not require masks to be worn