More or Fewer Lecturers? Your Opinion Counts

Houston is a hot bed of magic activity. We have some of the finest and most celebrated magicians in the world living in Houston. We have three magic clubs and over 100 members. Part of what makes Houston's magicians great is their thirst for knowledge and high level of magic ability. And this is due in large measure to the quality of magicians who pass through Houston on a regular basis to impart their knowledge in the form of magic lectures. Many of the local magi do not attend magic conventions where there are a series of lectures, one after the other, on a plethora of subjects. But every local magician has the opportunity to attend and learn from the lecturers who visit us.

Some really enjoy attending magic lectures and feel that they can't get enough. Others say that we have too many lectures and we should cut back. But how many is enough and how many is too much? In this regard, there is a survey on Facebook where your voice and vote can be heard.

You can cast your vote by Clicking Here. Please let us know what you think and what you want for our future. We want the magic in Houston to be the best in the world, and that means we each have a responsibility to be the best we can be. Cast your vote NOW!

The Lecture Series

Sign up for the Lecture Series and enjoy a GREAT discount: Receive admittance to up to five lectures for only $60 for members and $90 for non-members and $27 for juniors and Houston Magic Club. member spouses for four lectures. Otherwise, on a per lecture basis it will be $20 for Houston
Magic Clubs. members and $30 for non-members and $10 for juniors and H.A.O.M. member spouses.

Do You Have A Suggestion For A Lecturer?

If you are a lecturer or you know a qualified lecturer who will coming through Houston, then please contact Scott Wells, Lecture Chairman, who will bring it before the H.A.O.M. Board for approval.

New Lecture Series Kicks off with Javi Benitez
"The Best sleight of hand we have ever seen" Penn & Teller

Tuesday March, 10 7:00 PM
 IATSE Local 51 Meeting Hall, 3030 North Freeway, Houston, TX 77009

Javi Benitez, a world-renowned magician celebrated for his breathtaking sleight of hand and captivating persona, has garnered accolades from both audiences and fellow magicians alike. Penn & Teller, on their TV show Fool Us, extolled his prowess, declaring him “The best Sleight of Hand artist we’ve ever seen.” Javi’s unwavering dedication to the art of magic led him to forsake a prosperous career as a Creative Director to become a full-time magician. His illustrious career is adorned with numerous prestigious awards, including World Awarded Magician at FISM 2018, Penn&Teller Fool Us Show Winner 2017, Spanish Magician of the Year 2011, and Spain Champion Winner 2001.

Javi’s magical journey has traversed the globe, enchanting audiences across Europe, the UK, Japan, the USA, China, Taiwan, Argentina, Perú, and Seychelles. He has graced the screens of television networks worldwide, leaving his mark on shows like Penn&Teller Fool Us, NHK in Japan, RTL Televisión in Showdown der weltbesten Magie with the Erlich Brothers, and RTVE. Notably, Javi has lent his magical talents to esteemed corporations such as BBVA, Facebook, Royal Caribbean, and many others.

His signature card-handling finesse has astounded even the most seasoned magicians, rendering his sleight of hand indiscernible. As a usual performer at the world-renowned Magic Castle, he continues to enchant and inspire audiences worldwide. Javi’s mastery extends beyond performance; he is a pedagogue and innovator. As the last disciple of “El Maestro” Arturo de Ascanio, he imparts his wisdom as a teacher at the Tamariz Magic School. In his hometown, Sevilla, he served as the President of the Spanish Magic Society for 6 years and has promoted one of the world’s foremost public magic libraries called Fondo Andaluz de Ilusionismo.

In addition to his performing prowess, Javi is a prolific creator, director, magic consultant, and lecturer. His innovative routines, including Baroque Transposition, Invisible CAAN, and Follow the Leader, showcase his technical finesse and distinctive presentation style. He has reimagined the classic gypsy thread routine, unveiling “El Hilo,” a mesmerizing take on the age-old effect. Javi’s impact on the world of magic is immeasurable, with one article attesting, “Magic this clean should be criminal.” Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Javi Benitez’s spellbinding magic—truly one of the finest magicians in the world.​