Biography
How did it all begin?
As a child, Mo Magic saw his brother perform magic. In high school he learnt and performed a few effects. Years later, whilst at University, he saw David Blaine on television and was further astonished. His inquiring mind led him to delve into the art of magic. This fascination soon grew into a hobby, then evolved into a passion. At university he soon astonished campus students and staff alike and found himself performing at private events.
Having qualified as an electronic engineer (with an honours degree from the University of Natal, South Africa), Mo Magic began a lucrative career in the automotive industry, whilst at the same time being sought after, by word of mouth, to perform at private and corporate events in Durban, Johannesburg and Cape Town.
One evening in March 2005, whilst enjoying a cup of coffee with a friend at Mugg and Bean Musgrave (Durban, South Africa), Mo performed a piece of magic for the waiter who then asked Mo to show it to the manager. Days later, Mo received a phone call from the manager asking to hire him to perform at the venue on Saturdays. This was the beginning over a wonderful two year period at Mugg and Bean, entertaining patrons from across the country with his unique personality and style of magic. This was also a first for the Mugg and Bean Franchise, and Mo Magic was the only magician in the country performing for Mugg and Bean on a regular basis.
As time went bye, the name “Mo Magic” and his unique performance style, grew by word of mouth.
He first stepped onto the international scene in 2006 when he toured the United Kingdom performing at private events and lecturing to magicians, before visiting Sweden for the World Championships of Magic.
Wanting to shift his focus to the corporate market, Mo stopped the restaurant performances in August 2007, whilst continuing his full-time career in the engineering sector.
After balancing the engineering and magic for six years, in 2010, Mo Magic resigned from his lucrative engineering career to pursue his passion for magic.
In just 7 short years, Mo has shared his magic with audiences across South Africa, on national TV, radio and is featured regularly in the media. Since then he has performed his unique brand of magic in Angola, Belgium, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and further performances in the United Kingdom, aside from the major South African cities of Durban, Johannesburg and Cape Town.
He has steadily established himself as one of South Africa’s premiere magicians, servicing mainly the corporate market.
Mo Magic has, over the years, had the privilege of studying with, and meeting some of the greatest magicians of our time. When asked about his remarkable and exponential success, Mo remarks that he is merely “standing on the shoulders of giants”, and that he is thankful to have the guidance of his extraordinary mentors locally and internationally.
Mo’s peers have given him the nickname of “The James Bond of Magic” due to his unique personality, charm and style of magic.
He is truly thankful for the gift of connecting with audiences, sharing unique and extraordinary experiences with them through the art of magic. This brings a great sense of purpose to his life. One of the messages he conveys in his shows is to, “Live your passion and enjoy the magic in it…”
Magic Societies Membership
- The South African Magical Society
Other Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic Engineering (BSc Eng), University of Natal Durban (2003)