Kevin Quantum: Unbelievable Magic for Non-Believers
Think you know what's real? Think again... don't miss Kevin Quantum live at the Assembly Rooms with his new show, Unbelievable Magic for Non Believers!
About Kevin Quantum: Unbelievable Magic for Non-Believers
Sceptical? Good. We're here to blow your mind right open. In the first ever magic show made for people that don't believe in magic, Kevin dares you to see the impossible, transforming your scepticism to belief, using science to deceive you... in the way only a former Physics PhD could. Scottish Comedy Award nominee; trained by Penn & Teller. Expect big gasps and raw, unfiltered magic from a world-class showman. Think you know what's real? Think again. 'Astonishing' ***** (Edinburgh Evening News). 'Defies imagination' ***** (Advertiser, Adelaide).
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