BEYOND - Simon Coronel: Glitches in Reality

Simon Coronel has the fastest hands or else he really is magic. This was an awesome show, I've no idea how he did most of what he did, but had a wonderful time trying to figure it all out!... full review

GLITCHES IN REALITY (Platinum Medal) Simon Coronel is a soft spoken lemur-faced Aussie who manages to accomplish two rather remarkable things in his show. First he meticulously deconstructs the entire stock in trade of the professional magician, describing in detail methods used to achieve the desired illusions, nonchalantly revealing secrets of the trade, at one point even enquiring who in his audience wants to know how a card trick is brought about, and who doesn’t . Then the “ignorance is bliss” crowd is invited to join him on stage and he sets about performing the trick for them, while exposing to the “Sho’me” bunch his mastery of card manipulation. Coronel’s second accomplishment in the course of the show is blowing the collectiv... full review

Unlike many modern magicians, Simon is a low-key performer who keeps the audience engaged with a storyline that follows a consistent theme. He doesn't go in for the flashy effects or the grandiose visuals or the flamboyant gestures that we have come to expect from many in his profession. He displays a rare gentlemanly demeanor that feels more like we're sitting in his living room having a quiet chat than watching a stage performer at work. It's a very endearing quality. His show consists of a series of separate effects which he weaves together using the "Glitches in Reality" theme that is the title of his show. He presents a combination of classic effects and new, original material that I had never seen before. Like Simon, I am also ... full review

I've been a member of the Magic Castle for 10 years, and I've seen hundreds of magicians. Simon Coronel's show "Glitches in Reality" is by far one of the very best magic shows I've seen in years. The show is well-written, well-executed, creative, funny, and truly offers something for everyone. Simon's intelligent wit and non-showy demeanor instantly put the audience at ease (crucially important with an interactive magic show), and his sleight-of-hand skills are truly world class. You'll laugh, you'll gasp, and you'll walk away with a smile on your face.... full review