“…He changed the way we do magic.”
—David Britland, Genii Magazine
Considered to be one of the world's most talented magicians, David Williamson knows the secret of capturing the imagination of any audience. A born showman and an unusually accomplished sleight of hand artist, David dazzles audiences with a unique and delightful brand of entertainment, blending heart-stopping magic with side-splitting hilarity.
“Uproariously funny.”
—The Guardian
Award Winning Magic & Comedy
David has been featured on ABC's Champions of Magic, where he appeared with Princess Stephanie as he performed his miracles at different locations in and around Monaco. David has also co-starred in several top-rated prime-time network specials including CBS' Magicians' Favorite Magicians, NBC's Houdini: Unlocking His Mysteries, and NBC's World's Greatest Magic III. He was seen recently on The CW's Masters Of Illusion TV series as well as America's Got Talent.
In 1981 David won first place in the International Brotherhood of Magicians' sleight of hand competition. That year he also became the first ever recipient of the prestigious Gold Cups Award of Excellence in close-up magic. David was voted "Close Up Magician of the Year" two years in a row by his peers at Hollywood's renowned Magic Castle. He was also twice awarded the "Magic Castle Lecturer of the Year" and the "Magic Castle Parlor Magician of the Year". David was voted "Most Wanted Magician" at the 2003 FISM convention in Den Haag.
Recently David was honored with the Performance Fellowship by the Academy of Magical Arts and Sciences at the Magic Castle in Hollywood. In 2017 David was named The Magic Castle’s Magician of the Year. He was also recently awarded an Honorary Lifetime Membership by the UK’s Magic Circle, The world’s premier magical society. He is also the recipient of The Magic Circle’s 2022 Carlton Award for “excellence in comedy magic.”
As host of the United Kingdom's acclaimed television series The Magic Comedy Strip, David's irresistible mix of humor and skill helped make it one of the highest rated shows in the country. He has created illusions for and performed in several commercials and has developed TV shows for Walt Disney Productions and ABC, as well as consulting for illusionists David Copperfield's and David Blaine's TV specials. Other network television appearances include Masters Of Illusion and The World Magic Awards special where he was named Comedy Magician of the Year.
A popular and respected teacher and creator of magic, Dave has travelled the world inspiring magic enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. His best-selling magic book, Williamson's Wonders, has been translated into six languages. His instructional videos Sleight Of Dave, Dave 2, Magic Farm, and Ridiculous are bestsellers worldwide. David continues to instruct magicians with his popular online Sleight.School.
David is a featured performer in the World Tour of The Illusionists Live touring Australia, The United States, South Africa, Kuwait, and London's West End. He was featured in the cast of The Illusionists Experience at the ElDorado Resort in Reno. David recently starred in Presto! a new magic & variety show.
David is also starring as the Ringmaster in Cirque du Soleil’s exciting new show Circus 1903 returning to The Sydney Opera House this holiday season. He has also has been a frequent favorite Guest Entertainer on Disney Cruise Lines.