MASTER ILLUSIONIST / SLEIGHT OF HAND ARTIST / STORYTELLER
About Kevin
Hailing from the Popular Vacation Destination Sacramento and a proud alumnus of UC Santa Barbara, the incantation “Kevin Blake” is a spell cast that announces to the world the arrival of a magician unlike anything the twenty-first century has ever seen.
Kevin’s craft blends magic, storytelling, comedy, and illusion, culminating in a genre-defying performance that has garnered critical acclaim and a legion of followers. His sell-out live shows, including ‘The Illusionist at the Palace Theater’, ‘Wonder Show’, and ‘Falsehoods and Fairytales’, have grossed over $2.5 million in ticket sales, captivating tens of thousands of guests.
Beyond the theater, Kevin Blake has performed at over 1,000 corporate events worldwide.
Kevin’s early foray into magic was fueled by a mix of inspirations — from David Blaine’s ‘Street Magic’ to the psychological intricacies of Derren Brown’s TV and stage magic shows. These influences have shaped his approach to magic, creating a repertoire that is both innovative and deeply rooted in the essence of what makes magic amazing. His favorite illusions, ranging from a seemingly impossible dice routine to a mind-reading act that involves the entire audience, showcase his ability to weave the threads of the past and present into something uniquely his own.
As a former competitive swimmer (he competed at the Olympic Trials in 2012 and 2016) Kevin’s discipline and focus have profoundly affected his approach to magic. The perseverance learned in the pool have evolved to a relentless pursuit of excellence in the world of illusion, with the same competitive spirit driving him to push the boundaries of what is possible on stage.
Kevin Blake’s accolades, which include appearances on AGT and Penn & Teller: Fool Us speak volumes of his mastery and innovation in the field of magic. He has been celebrated and recognized as a leading figure in the art of illusion, marking him as a beacon of creativity and wonder in the 21st century. When not captivating audiences or devising new ways to defy reality, he re-reads the same 6 books over and over again next to his lovely wife Eve, beautiful son Heath, and his adorable cat LuLu in their home in Russian Hill, San Francisco.
