Parlour magic or platform magic as it is sometimes called was very popular in Victorian times when the wealthy could afford to hire great entertainers to come into their homes and entertain guests in the parlour.
Parlour magic is a more intimate show designed for a smaller audience and is a fusion of close up magic and stage magic.
It seems like a different world to what we know now, but back then people couldn't just press a remote control for entertainment. Modern life is so fast paced that family interaction has dwindled and family gatherings are less common. Parlour magic is a great way of rekindling those social gatherings.
Parlour Magic Today
Steve Cohens Chamber Magic in New York City at the historic Lotte Palace Hotel is a truly fine show where Steve has recreated the whole era of the time where he encourages guests to dress up for the evening.
Performing for celebrities and VIP'S, he has built a reputation as one of the finest magicians recreating a lost era of magic to be enjoyed by new audiences.
His famous think a drink is an amazing piece of entertainment where audiences are invited to think of a drink of which the drink is poured from his kettle which even included hot drinks.