Josh Staley: Fool Me Once
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Josh Staley: Fool Me Once
🪄 Starring Josh Staley!
Comedian, Magician & showman Josh Staley is back with a new show, after a critically acclaimed, award-winning season in 2025.
“Fool Me Once” showcases high-energy modern magic that helped Josh win awards for ‘Best Magic’ and 'Best Comedy’, and represent Australia at the World Championships of Magic.
Through storytelling, superb showmanship, and world-class sleight of hand, you experience moments of astonishment. You will be gripping your chairs in anticipation and then rolling in the aisle laughing, showing why Josh is regarded as one of the funniest and most skilled magicians in Australia.
Highlights
✨ Get ready for a high-energy fusion of world-class sleight of hand, razor-sharp wit and spontaneous comedy.
🍸 Enjoy a drink and a snack before the show in Magic Central (bring it in with you!)
🏆 Featuring one of the world's best magicians
🎩 See the show that won 'Best Magic' at the Adelaide Fringe Festival
*Back after sell-out, award-winning, 5-star shows in 2025*
General Info
📅 Dates and times: 7.45pm on Tuesday July 7 to Sunday July 11, 2026
⏳ Duration: 45 mins
📍 Location: Arrow on Swanston: The Cardini Cabaret. 488 Swanston St, Carlton
👤 Age requirement: This show is a family-friendly event and we generally recommend ages of 8+
♿ Accessibility: the venue is fully accessible
❓ Please find more information about The Melbourne Magic Festival here
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Josh Staley is undoubtedly one of Australia's best magicians' Theatre Matters
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is top draw magic with a healthy serve of laughs on the side” The Funny Tonne
Location
Arrow on Swanston: Cardini Cabaret
488 Swanston St, Melbourne Victoria 3000
DATE: Tuesday 7 July 2026 - Saturday 11 July 2026 (UTC+10)
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