Illusion Magic Lounge

Magic by the Sea: Greg Van Holsbeck & James Mako
2025-08-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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Your evening of magic and mystery!

Get ready to unlock a full evening of magical entertainment for your enjoyment. Our unique venue provides you the opportunity to see multiple types of magic in a single evening. You’ll be dazzled by our ambient, strolling magicians while you enjoy a refreshing beverage. Entering our 150-seat theater, you’ll see even more magicians dazzle you with mind-bending illusions on our grand 54-foot stage. And to finish out your enchanting evening, our intimate Court Room space hosts a formal close up show — a unique format rarely seen outside the Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Join us and find out why we are Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

Upgrade for our exclusive VIP Experience

Looking to get the most out of your magical evening? We offer a limited number of VIP Experiences for each show. You’ll start off your VIP Experience with a welcome glass of champagne (or non-alcoholic alternative) and enjoy our strolling magic with other guests. When it’s time to head into the theater, we’ve reserved the best seats for our VIP’s Experience. And for our unique formal close-up show, you’ll once again have reserved seats waiting for you. Simply put, this is the best way to experience a magical evening out in Downtown Santa Monica.

NOTE: We have limited VIP availability to preserve the quality of the VIP Experience.

About our Performers

Greg VanHolsbeck

https://www.gvmagic.com

Greg VanHolsbeck has been fascinated with magic and illusion since he discovered a Marshall Brodien magic kit at ten years old.

As a shy, quiet kid he was by no means a “born entertainer” or the life of the party, but this fascination quickly turned to an obsession as Greg collected piles of books and absorbed everything he could on the subject of prestidigitation.

Fifteen years later, VanHolsbeck has made a career out of his obsession by creating his own opportunities in Southern California.

His one-man show “Handcrafted Mysteries” has appeared in numerous locations, including it’s current weekly residency at The Claremont Forum Bookstore. The show is highly interactive and features Greg’s original pieces of magic.

Greg believes in bringing innovation and creativity to the art of magic with every performance.

James Mako

https://www.jamesmako.com/

James left home at 17 set on making his own way in the world. He began to travel; seeking life, adventure, and education wherever he could find it. Sneaking into top colleges to take classes on philosophy, psychology, and other topics; even once being thrown out of a mathematics class at Stanford University when the professor learned that he was not a student.

Along the way he searched for and learned from the best sleight of hand artists that he could find, often trading secrets on the way to developing his personal style.

After a few of his scripts began circulating around magic’s inner circles he began writing routines and scripts for other magicians and sleight of hand artists.

Now he is performing his own unique blend of entertainment mixing sleight of hand with poetry, storytelling, and a point of view.

Magic in the theater

Enchanting Libations at our bar

Our Lounge Area

Magic throughout the venue

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The Dollface Dames Fiction Undressed
2025-08-02 20:00 - 23:00
NOTE: This event is produced by a third party. Please contact the Event Producer for any questions related to this event.

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The Dollface Dames & Lola Boutée Presents: Main Stage Spectacular

A noir mix of acrobatics, burlesque, group dances, fire, & aerial!

Let the lights dim and grab your seats at this historic Santa Monica stadium seating theater! Celebrating 17 years as LA’s premier burlesque & cabaret company!

8pm Preparty Mix & Mingle with Roaming Characters & maybe even catch a pop-up performance or two! Arrive early to sip tasty beverages & bites at the swanky magical lobby bar!

9:30pm Seating & Main Stage Show

@Ilusion Magic Lounge

1418 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Act fast! Discounted tickets the earlier you buy while supplies last!

Go VIP to be let into the theater first to pick the best seats AND get a souvenir photo to take home with you!

Door $50GA/$95 VIP

Suggested age: 18 & over OR accompanied by an adult

Paid Public Parking structure located next door on 4th street and surrounding lots.

Additional Info:

Tipping is encouraged and tip hats will be circulated.

Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred to another individual.

2 item minimum per person in support of our venue. Thank you for supporting the arts & live entertainment spaces!

Additional info/parties/special requests: thedollfacedames@gmail.com

High Note Comedy LA
2025-08-07 20:30 - 22:30 | The Courtroom Theater
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Lineup for August 7:

Armando Torres

Keith Johnson

Sammy Mowery

Zach Stein

Chris Carpenter

Shannon Hardy

Connor McKinney

Enjoy beer, wine, soju cocktails and a hilarious night out with High Note Comedy!

Located at the Illusion Magic Lounge in Downtown Santa Monica, High Note is a bi-weekly show featuring performances by the best comedians in the country. You’ve seen them on Netflix, Hulu, Comedy Central, all manner of Late Night performances, and even some of your favorite television shows!

Come at 8:30 to enjoy the super-cozy lounge area, grab some drinks and a snack, and relax before the show which starts promptly at 9pm in the Courtroom theater.

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AT A GLANCE:

High Note takes place on the First and Third Thursdays of every month.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

The show runs for about 90 minutes, ending around 10:30.

Illusion Magic Lounge has delicious snacks and appetizers available for purchase.

The bar remains staffed during the show, feel free to get a refill! There is no drink minimum at High Note.

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GETTING THERE:

The fastest way to get to Illusion Magic Lounge is to simply take the 10 towards Santa Monica, take the 5th St/4th St. exit, turn right on to 4th, and park in Structure 5.

Parking Structure 5 is right next door to the venue and is free for the first hour and a half. As that’s roughly the length of our show, you’ll likely be at the 2 hour mark which is only $2. If you get to Santa Monica early or stay later, parking rates are very reasonable at $5 for 3hrs and $9 for 4hrs.

The Metro E-Line stretches from East LA, through DTLA, and all the way to Santa Monica where it stops 2 blocks away from our show. Go Metro!

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Magic by the Sea: Lou Serrano
2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00
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Your evening of magic and mystery!

Get ready to unlock a full evening of magical entertainment for your enjoyment. Our unique venue provides you the opportunity to see multiple types of magic in a single evening. You’ll be dazzled by our ambient, strolling magicians while you enjoy a refreshing beverage. Entering our 150-seat theater, you’ll see even more magicians dazzle you with mind-bending illusions on our grand 54-foot stage. And to finish out your enchanting evening, our intimate Court Room space hosts a formal close up show — a unique format rarely seen outside the Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Join us and find out why we are Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

Upgrade for our exclusive VIP Experience

Looking to get the most out of your magical evening? We offer a limited number of VIP Experiences for each show. You’ll start off your VIP Experience with a welcome glass of champagne (or non-alcoholic alternative) and enjoy our strolling magic with other guests. When it’s time to head into the theater, we’ve reserved the best seats for our VIP’s Experience. And for our unique formal close-up show, you’ll once again have reserved seats waiting for you. Simply put, this is the best way to experience a magical evening out in Downtown Santa Monica.

NOTE: We have limited VIP availability to preserve the quality of the VIP Experience.

About our Performers

Lou Serrano

https://www.louserrano.com

“Lou Serrano is the best I’ve ever seen,” says Gene Simmons of KISS, while comedian Jeff Garlin describes him as “A big bowl of Wow!” These aren’t just compliments—they’re testaments to the unforgettable experience Lou brings to every room he walks into.

When it comes to creating unforgettable moments, Lou Serrano is the secret ingredient that turns ordinary evenings into extraordinary experiences. As a master magician and mentalist with over 25 years of professional experience, Lou has built a reputation for captivating audiences across the globe—from Fortune 500 companies like Amazon, Apple, and Disney, to celebrities such as Johnny Depp and Steven Tyler. But it’s not just about the magic—it’s about the impact Lou creates for his audiences.

Magic in the theater

Enchanting Libations at our bar

Our Lounge Area

Magic throughout the venue

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The Legend of Mt Hurr
2025-08-09 19:00 - 21:00
NOTE: This event is produced by a third party. Please contact the Event Producer for any questions related to this event.

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Rising playwrights, Dashiell McFarr and Giorgio Buono, are proud to present their original play, The Legend of Mt. Hurr! The premiere will be at the Illusion Magic Lounge in Santa Monica on August 9th at 7:00 PM.

Originally, this play had a single showing in our high school’s black-box theater. Still completely student run, and back by popular demand, what began as a high school passion project now finds its way onto a professional stage.

Thank you to everyone who’s had a hand in making this play possible. The play itself would never have been realized were it not for the creative empowerment of the Long Beach Poly Drama Program. There will be a donation box to support the program in the lobby.

See you at the premiere of The Legend of Mt Hurr!

Welcome to the cult!

After coming to terms with the failures of their magic careers, two brothers, Charles and Pig, in 1970s Appalachia, aim to reverse their financial hardships. Ambitious Charles seizes an opportunity to make a quick buck in the business of religion. The brothers travel back to their hometown of Mt. Hurr, Appalachia, to spread the word of the newly discovered almighty “Houdini Monster.” They do well as magical missionaries. The Church of Houdini is established, promises are made, and all the townspeople flock to worship Houdini. However, a local religion, led by the town’s Reverend, will not be replaced without a fight.

Information for the day

Address: 1418 Fourth Street; Santa Monica, CA 90401.

Ticket Price: $20 (There is general seating, first come first serve)

Time: Doors will open at 6:30 PM, show starts at 7:00!

Parking: $6 or less, (parking will be at the Santa Monica Public Parking Structure #5)

There will be an intermission halfway through and concessions will be sold.

We only have one night, so we recommend you get your tickets online rather than at the door, Houdini is a popular man!

We hope you enjoy our silly play, and remember, NEVER STOP MOUNTAIN HURR!!

Magic by the Sea: Arthur Trace
2025-08-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-30 19:00 - 21:00
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Your evening of magic and mystery!

Get ready to unlock a full evening of magical entertainment for your enjoyment. Our unique venue provides you the opportunity to see multiple types of magic in a single evening. You’ll be dazzled by our ambient, strolling magicians while you enjoy a refreshing beverage. Entering our 150-seat theater, you’ll see even more magicians dazzle you with mind-bending illusions on our grand 54-foot stage. And to finish out your enchanting evening, our intimate Court Room space hosts a formal close up show — a unique format rarely seen outside the Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Join us and find out why we are Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

Upgrade for our exclusive VIP Experience

Looking to get the most out of your magical evening? We offer a limited number of VIP Experiences for each show. You’ll start off your VIP Experience with a welcome glass of champagne (or non-alcoholic alternative) and enjoy our strolling magic with other guests. When it’s time to head into the theater, we’ve reserved the best seats for our VIP’s Experience. Simply put, this is the best way to experience a magical evening out in Downtown Santa Monica.

NOTE: We have limited VIP availability to preserve the quality of the VIP Experience.

About our Performer

Arthur Trace

https://www.arthurtrace.com

Hailed by the Society of American Magicians as “one of the most creative acts in the world of magic today,” Arthur Trace is only the eighth magician in the history of magic to be awarded the International Brotherhood of Magicians Gold Medal. To this day he is also only the second American to win a FISM award in the category of Manipulation at the World Championships of Magic. In 2024 the Academy of Magical Arts voted Arthur as The Stage Magician of The Year for his exemplary performances at The Magic Castle.

Recognition from his peers has brought Arthur many exciting opportunities such as national television appearances in seven countries, a tour of China with the Wuqiao Circus Festival, and a starring role in Monte-Carlo Magic Stars at the Princess Grace Theatre in Monaco. His unique talents have also been featured in The Magical Mystery Show at the Wintergarten Varieté in Berlin, The House of Magic in Macau, and Supermagic at Teatro Olimpico in Rome.

Delighting and astounding even the most skeptical of audiences, each year he brings his artful deception to countless events worldwide. It’s no wonder why the Chicago Tribune called him “one of magic’s bona fide superstars!”

When not touring, Arthur lives in Los Angeles with his wife Melissa and beagle Ava.

Magic in the theater

Enchanting Libations at our bar

Our Lounge Area

Magic throughout the venue

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SOLD OUT!! Nathaniel Segal: Gifts of Chaos
2025-08-15 21:30 - 22:15 | The Attic
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World Premiere Show!

Fresh off a week performing at the World Famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, Nathaniel Segal brings to life a BRAND NEW show, where you and a very small group will witness magic performed mere inches in front of your eyes. Each and every participant will play a role in this show — full of original magic invented by Nathaniel Segal. Be prepared for unique surprises as the story unfolds. This is not your typical magic show!

This show was inspired by Nathaniel’s time spent in The Attic — our quirkiest and most intimate performance space at Illusion Magic Lounge. This one-of-a-kind space is only available to our house magicians — this is where we let our incredible team bring their willdest visions come to life — amazing and delighting only our most discerning clientele.

This show is STRICTLY limited to 12 people — so don’t miss your chance to be a part of this intimate late night experience.

Join us and find out why Illusion Magic Lounge is Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

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Rookie Season: A Magic Lecture by Greg Van Holbeck
2025-08-16 16:30 - 17:30
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Illusion Magic Lounge presents a lecture by house magician Greg Van Holsbeck.

Greg is the creator of the best-selling trick, Gravity Clips and a regular performer at The Magic Castle, Chicago Magic Lounge, and aboard luxury cruise lines. Over the past decade, he has written, produced, and headlined original shows including Handcrafted Mysteries, Bonfire, and Mysteries at the Gardens.In this lecture, Greg will share some of his favorite routines developed over 10 years of creating magic for the public. He’ll also offer practical advice on producing your own ticketed shows.

“One of my favorite magicians to watch perform” -Jon Armstrong

“Greg has a great show. I love the originality.” -Shawn Farquhar

“Greg Van Holsbeck has an incredible ability to surprise audiences with powerful, well constructed magic and mentalism. His work is thoughtful, deceptive, and impactful. ”

-Paul Draper

“Bringing something new into the world is not an easy task, but Greg does it in spades” -Michael Borys

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High Note Comedy LA
2025-08-21 20:30 - 22:30 | The Courtroom Theater
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Lineup for August 21:

JOHN HASTINGS

WILL MILES

JOHANA COCA

ANASTASIA JACQUES

CONNOR MCKINNEY

FAITH LADZINSKY

HOSTED BY DANNY CUNEO

Enjoy beer, wine, soju cocktails and a hilarious night out with High Note Comedy!

Located at the Illusion Magic Lounge in Downtown Santa Monica, High Note is a bi-weekly show featuring performances by the best comedians in the country. You’ve seen them on Netflix, Hulu, Comedy Central, all manner of Late Night performances, and even some of your favorite television shows!

Come at 8:30 to enjoy the super-cozy lounge area, grab some drinks and a snack, and relax before the show which starts promptly at 9pm in the Courtroom theater.

—————————————-

AT A GLANCE:

High Note takes place on the First and Third Thursdays of every month.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

The show runs for about 90 minutes, ending around 10:30.

Illusion Magic Lounge has delicious snacks and appetizers available for purchase.

The bar remains staffed during the show, feel free to get a refill! There is no drink minimum at High Note.

—————————————-

GETTING THERE:

The fastest way to get to Illusion Magic Lounge is to simply take the 10 towards Santa Monica, take the 5th St/4th St. exit, turn right on to 4th, and park in Structure 5.

Parking Structure 5 is right next door to the venue and is free for the first hour and a half. As that’s roughly the length of our show, you’ll likely be at the 2 hour mark which is only $2. If you get to Santa Monica early or stay later, parking rates are very reasonable at $5 for 3hrs and $9 for 4hrs.

The Metro E-Line stretches from East LA, through DTLA, and all the way to Santa Monica where it stops 2 blocks away from our show. Go Metro!

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Private Event
2025-08-22 18:00 - 23:30
We are closed for a private buyout this evening. We look forward to bringing you magic next weekend!

Haunted Mansion Cabaret, a Spirited Tease
2025-08-23 21:30 - 23:30
NOTE: This event is produced by a third party. Please contact Dirty Little Secret Burlesque for any questions related to this event.

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Haunted Mansion Cabaret: A Spirited Tease

Welcome, Foolish Mortals, to an evening of eerie enchantment and tantalizing thrills! Haunted Mansion Cabaret: A Spirited Tease is a burlesque tribute to the 999 happy haunts of Disney’s beloved Haunted Mansion. Step beyond the veil as ghosts, ghouls, and spectral seductresses come alive to share their most spine-tingling and scandalous tales.

From the swinging wake of the Graveyard Ghouls to the ghostly glamour of Madame Leota, our otherworldly performers will be sure to leave you bewitched. This is a night where the supernatural meets the sultry, and the afterlife has never been so alluring. So bring your mortal curiosity, but beware—this cabaret has room for one more…

Are you brave enough to join the spirits for one last tease?

Come celebrate 20 years od C8 Dynasty with us at Illusion Magic Lounge!

Doors open at 8pm

VIP Ticket Holders will be seated first, so if you want specific seating, please buy VIP.

Tipping is highly encouraged!

This show is 18+

Broad Humor Film Festival 2025
2025-08-28 18:00 - 22:30, 2025-08-31 13:00 - 20:30
** NOTE: This is an outside event — not produced by Illusion Magic Lounge. Please contact the event organizer with any questions regarding this event. **

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The Broad Humor Film Festival is a film festival that takes place every Labor Day Weekend in Los Angeles, California.

The festival focuses exclusively on comedic films written and directed by women. Begun in 2005, Broad Humor brings together female writers and directors for a weekend of screenings, readings and events with the aim of fostering greater opportunity for women as the creatorsof film content.

SOLD OUT -- Clouse Presents: Mat O'Neill: UNFORGETTABLE
2025-08-29 21:30 - 23:00
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World Premiere Show!

A one night invite-only exclusive event in the heart of Santa Monica featuring two of The Magic Castle’s most impactful performers. An hour and a half of mystery and wonder you will never forget.

Parking conveniently located next door and alcohol available for purchase.

Join us and find out why Illusion Magic Lounge is Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

High Note Comedy LA
2025-09-04 20:30 - 22:30 | The Courtroom Theater
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Lineup for September 4:

Madi Hart

David Gborie

Curtis Cook

Ali Macofsky

Paige Weldon

Leonard Smith, Jr.

Jamel Johnson

Hosted by Danny Cuneo

Enjoy beer, wine, soju cocktails and a hilarious night out with High Note Comedy!

Located at the Illusion Magic Lounge in Downtown Santa Monica, High Note is a bi-weekly show featuring performances by the best comedians in the country. You’ve seen them on Netflix, Hulu, Comedy Central, all manner of Late Night performances, and even some of your favorite television shows!

Come at 8:30 to enjoy the super-cozy lounge area, grab some drinks and a snack, and relax before the show which starts promptly at 9pm in the Courtroom theater.

—————————————-

AT A GLANCE:

High Note takes place on the First and Third Thursdays of every month.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

The show runs for about 90 minutes, ending around 10:30.

Illusion Magic Lounge has delicious snacks and appetizers available for purchase.

The bar remains staffed during the show, feel free to get a refill! There is no drink minimum at High Note.

—————————————-

GETTING THERE:

The fastest way to get to Illusion Magic Lounge is to simply take the 10 towards Santa Monica, take the 5th St/4th St. exit, turn right on to 4th, and park in Structure 5.

Parking Structure 5 is right next door to the venue and is free for the first hour and a half. As that’s roughly the length of our show, you’ll likely be at the 2 hour mark which is only $2. If you get to Santa Monica early or stay later, parking rates are very reasonable at $5 for 3hrs and $9 for 4hrs.

The Metro E-Line stretches from East LA, through DTLA, and all the way to Santa Monica where it stops 2 blocks away from our show. Go Metro!

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Magic by the Sea: Jonathan Neal & Christopher Hart
2025-09-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-13 19:00 - 21:00
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Your evening of magic and mystery!

Get ready to unlock a full evening of magical entertainment for your enjoyment. Our unique venue provides you the opportunity to see multiple types of magic in a single evening. You’ll be dazzled by our ambient, strolling magicians while you enjoy a refreshing beverage. Entering our 150-seat theater, you’ll see even more magicians dazzle you with mind-bending illusions on our grand stage. And to finish out your enchanting evening, our intimate Court Room hosts a formal close up show — a unique format rarely seen outside the Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Join us and find out why we are Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

Upgrade for our exclusive VIP Experience

Looking to get the most out of your magical evening? We offer a limited number of VIP Experiences for each show. You’ll start off your VIP Experience with a welcome glass of bubbles (or non-alcoholic alternative) and enjoy our strolling magic with other guests. When it’s time to head into the theater, we’ve reserved the best seats for our VIP’s Experience. Simply put, this is the best way to experience a magical evening out in Downtown Santa Monica.

NOTE: We have limited VIP availability to preserve the quality of the VIP Experience.

About our Performers

Jonathan Neal

Jonathan Neal has been performing magic at the highest levels for decades. A regular performer at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, check out how this former resident magician at Wizards at Universal Citywalk brings his unique style and class to the stage.

Christopher Hart

Let this Award winning Magician who played ‘Thing’ the disembodied hand in the Addams Family films beguile you with his incredible manual dexterity.

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Nathaniel Segal: Gifts of Chaos
2025-09-05 21:30 - 22:15, 2025-09-12 21:30 - 22:15, 2025-09-13 21:30 - 22:15 | The Attic
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Fresh off a week performing at the World Famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, Nathaniel Segal brings to life a BRAND NEW show, where you and a very small group will witness magic performed mere inches in front of your eyes. Each and every participant will play a role in this show — full of original magic invented by Nathaniel Segal. Be prepared for unique surprises as the story unfolds. This is not your typical magic show!

This show was inspired by Nathaniel’s time spent in The Attic — our quirkiest and most intimate performance space at Illusion Magic Lounge. This one-of-a-kind space is only available to our house magicians — this is where we let our incredible team bring their wildest visions come to life — amazing and delighting only our most discerning clientele.

This show is STRICTLY limited to 10 people — so don’t miss your chance to be a part of this intimate late night experience.

Join us and find out why Illusion Magic Lounge is Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

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High Note Comedy LA
2025-09-18 20:30 - 22:30 | The Courtroom Theater
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Lineup for September 18:

Rob Haze

Andrea Jin

Max Beasley

Alex Falcone

Tamar Rubin

Dana Donnely

Hosted by Danny Cuneo

Enjoy beer, wine, soju cocktails and a hilarious night out with High Note Comedy!

Located at the Illusion Magic Lounge in Downtown Santa Monica, High Note is a bi-weekly show featuring performances by the best comedians in the country. You’ve seen them on Netflix, Hulu, Comedy Central, all manner of Late Night performances, and even some of your favorite television shows!

Come at 8:30 to enjoy the super-cozy lounge area, grab some drinks and a snack, and relax before the show which starts promptly at 9pm in the Courtroom theater.

—————————————-

AT A GLANCE:

High Note takes place on the First and Third Thursdays of every month.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

The show runs for about 90 minutes, ending around 10:30.

Illusion Magic Lounge has delicious snacks and appetizers available for purchase.

The bar remains staffed during the show, feel free to get a refill! There is no drink minimum at High Note.

—————————————-

GETTING THERE:

The fastest way to get to Illusion Magic Lounge is to simply take the 10 towards Santa Monica, take the 5th St/4th St. exit, turn right on to 4th, and park in Structure 5.

Parking Structure 5 is right next door to the venue and is free for the first hour and a half. As that’s roughly the length of our show, you’ll likely be at the 2 hour mark which is only $2. If you get to Santa Monica early or stay later, parking rates are very reasonable at $5 for 3hrs and $9 for 4hrs.

The Metro E-Line stretches from East LA, through DTLA, and all the way to Santa Monica where it stops 2 blocks away from our show. Go Metro!

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Magic by the Sea: Joel Ward & Allison Minick
2025-09-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-20 19:00 - 21:00
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Your evening of magic and mystery!

Get ready to unlock a full evening of magical entertainment for your enjoyment. Our unique venue provides you the opportunity to see multiple types of magic in a single evening. You’ll be dazzled by our ambient, strolling magicians while you enjoy a refreshing beverage. Entering our 150-seat theater, you’ll see even more magicians dazzle you with mind-bending illusions on our grand stage. And to finish out your enchanting evening, our intimate Court Room hosts a formal close up show — a unique format rarely seen outside the Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Join us and find out why we are Santa Monica’s Most Magical Experience!

Upgrade for our exclusive VIP Experience

Looking to get the most out of your magical evening? We offer a limited number of VIP Experiences for each show. You’ll start off your VIP Experience with a welcome glass of bubbles (or non-alcoholic alternative) and enjoy our strolling magic with other guests. When it’s time to head into the theater, we’ve reserved the best seats for our VIP’s Experience. Simply put, this is the best way to experience a magical evening out in Downtown Santa Monica.

NOTE: We have limited VIP availability to preserve the quality of the VIP Experience.

About our Performers

Joel Ward & Allison Minick

Joel Ward is a Magic Castle favorite who performs all over the world. His talent ranges from stage magic to interactive close-up / strolling magic. Allison Minick is an actress, writer, and singer. She has an MFA in Acting from Columbia University and studied Shakespeare at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. Together, Joel and Allison perform at weddings, private parties, comedy clubs, speakeasies, corporate events and at The Magic Castle.

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Illusion Art House
2025-09-19 22:00 - 23:59
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ILLUSION ART HOUSE

at the Illusion Magic Lounge

Enter a world of creative imagination—where sequins catch the light, vintage bulbs flicker, and artists play boldly in the limelight.

Slip between shadows, wander through our immersive spaces. Mingle among magicians and comedians, storytellers and poets, fire dancers and contortionists, burlesque artists, aerialists and offbeat entertainers of all kinds. All are welcome in the spirit of play; enjoy the experimental spectacles that ensue… This is a night of unfiltered artistic experimentation!

From tantalizing visuals to avant-garde performances, Illusion Art House is an unpredictable journey through the strange, the beautiful and the bizarre.

You are invited to explore. To observe. To feel.

Make your way down the dark alley and look for the door marked with a spade.

Illusion awaits!

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