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Magicopolis

1418 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, California | (310) 451–2241
11 Reviews
Type: Events & Shows
Ages: Ages 5 — adult
Cost: $$$
Hours of operation: Check website for showtimes


11 Reviews for Magicopolis

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Lucymai93
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March 23 2012
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Violetwhite_word
"Unforgettable Birthday Party"

Hello Yelpers,

I wanted to write this review of a spectacular birthday party for kids.

www.magicopolis.com

This place is the best. If you want the ease and fun of a great party with none of the hassle this is the place. I am usually the one running around making the party great setting it up tearing it down and keeping g control of the kids. Well let me tell you I did not have to do any of this with my daughters birthday at Magicopolis.

We started with really cool magic performed by one of their in house magicians in the magic store while everyone was arriving. Then we went into are private birthday room where everything was decorated and music and food and drinks were all set up nice. Then we went into the giant theater to have a magic class, and the all the kids were laughing and having a good time, and the parents were involved as well. Then we went back into the room for cake and sang happy Birthday, the lights and candles were all done , they really know how to make the kids feel special. All this and the show was about to start.
We all had some yummy popcorn and watched the magic show. Steve and his wife Bozena really put on a great magic show full of surprises and illusions. My daughter was on stage for one of the tricks and they gave her something she will cherish for the rest of her life. You will have to go see to find out what it is. At the end of the party the gave everyone party favors with some of the tricks taught in the magic class. My daughter and her friends had such a great time, and I sat back with parents enjoying myself with glass of white wine. It was special party filled with magic, laughs and fun memories.

Thank you Magicopolis!

October 08 2011
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Violetwhite_word
"Best magic birthday party"

We decided to have my sons Birthday part here for his 7th birthday. He invited about 34 friends, and their parents came as well. We heard through a mutual friend that this is the place to have a party. We looked on their website, www.magicopolis.com to get more info. Well all I can say is Magictastic! Everyone has a great time. My wife and I showed up and everything was taken care. From the gifts to the food to the drinks. We just got to sit back and have a nice time. Thats what a part is all about not having to worry about a thing. Music balloons and magic in the air. The magicians made my kid feel like a star on his birthday and this all before the show began. The food we ordered was great, wine, cheese, fruit, sandwiches and pizza, all made to order.
The show really is for all ages as the parents and kids all were laughing and having a great time watching all the illusions. My kid was featured in one of the tricks in the show and he was hit! The magician on stage really is good with the kids, form the magic class included to the on stage. I highly recommend this birthday party and or just to see the show.
Summed up in one sentence, Great fun, everyone is happy, good vibes, magic is thrilling, best birthday party place.
Highly recommended.
Thanks
Brian

September 26 2011
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Violetwhite_word
"Great, bring the family, and dont miss this show!"

I am from Idaho. When traveling this summer in Los Angles area I was with my family looking for things to do. We heard about Magicopolis. We called and reserved tickets to this magic show. We had no idea what to expect. We just wanted to do something  different. I was with my Dad, Mom, and sister.
The show started at 8:00 PM we arrived around 7:30 and went to the bar for some wine. The place is so cool, with huge posters of magicians from different times throughout history. It instantly gives you a magic vibe being inside the place. After we had some wine a magician was playing with bubbles behind the bar, and another magician was doing amazing card tricks for my family, one card even ended up on the celling. The show didn't even start yet and we were happy to have come.
When we walked into the big theatre it felt so magical, medium in size and packed with people.
The show is so cool, it really brings back the feeling of wonder. Steve Spill and his wife Bozena really put on a show not to missed. We cracked up laughing so hard at some parts. Its a two hour show with a break in the middle and full magic that speaks to the heart of all people, it felt like the whole room was one after the show, it definitely brought me and family closer as now we had stories to recall and talk about for the rest our lives. I tell all my friend and family to check this place out when your in Santa Monica.
Really its worth it!
I love the the catch fraise "the more you drink the better the tricks"...

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SamGerard
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March 05 2011
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Violetwhite_word
"What a great show!"

This was an amazing show!  The whole place was a throw back to what I think of as classic magic.  I won't give away any of the tricks they do, but there was this one mind reading trick that just blew me away; so great.  They have a little wine and beer bar, a concession stand, and a small magic store.  All in all its a great place to just visit and an amazing place to see a show.

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miko
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January 13 2011
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Violetwhite_word
"great show"

great place! The mind reading was amazing, made me really wonder what it would be like to read someones mind!! Parking wasn't too difficult, it was on the same block...great for kids, didn't have that scary somber magic castle museum quality....great fun!

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Randy
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December 23 2010
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Violetwhite_word
"LA's Best Kept Secret"

Discovered a new/old, wonderful world of theater --- where you get to escape reality and enter a world of magic and mystery. This place is LA's best kept secret. The best part is there is NO COVER to hang out at the bar and visit the magic shop. The show is out of this world. Flying ladies on stage, incredible slight of hand, and death defying stage illusions. I was especially impressed with the fact that the two hour stage show has been running solid for 13 years 250 shows a year, this only 3 blocks from beautiful Santa Monica beach. How did I not hear about this??? The price of the two hour Broadway show is only 7 dollars more than a movie theater and the experience does not compare.  Had a wonderful time, would highly recommend to anyone young and old.

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Shmayman
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December 23 2010
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Violetwhite_word
"Kids loved it."

We had a great time.  Steve the magician was so funny and I have no idea how they did the tricks!  The theater is really amazing as well, with a great feel that seems very retro and underground.  The kids already want to go back and I want to get another look at a few of those magic tricks!

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Ellie J
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December 23 2010
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Violetwhite_word
"Magical and Transportive"

OK, let me state this right off the bat. The show is amazing, and super charming. Steve the magician not only looks like a classic master of the dark arts but, has a rapier sharp Rickles like wit that is genuinely hilarious. His assistant/co-magician Elenoras routines are truly magical in a more sentimental and transportive way. This IS theatre in a way rarely found these days. Professional yet homemade and personal...I loved it!

December 23 2010
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Violetwhite_word
"Fun for the whole family"

The Escape Reality show is shear genius.  It is truly enjoyed by all ages!  I felt like a kid again when I took my family to the weekend matinee show.  My husband and I were just as baffled by the tricks as the kids.  I recommend this to everyone and anyone.  We had such a great time.  Now my kids want to have their birthday parties there.  To be perfectly honest I would like to celebrate mine there too( in their bar area of course!)

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jazzit
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December 23 2010
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Violetwhite_word
"Poof"

Classic magic at it’s best as well as tricks I have not seen before.  All routines are original.  The show is very upbeat, witty and engaging, this show had me laughing and amazed.  I also liked the free late night show with guest magicians and comics.

December 23 2010
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Violetwhite_word
"Fun with the Family"

This 350-person, two-theater club welcomes all ages to ninety-minute magic shows Tuesday through Sunday. World-class magicians entertain at evening performances (8:00 P.M.) and weekend matinees (2:00 and 7:00 P.M.).