What is the minimum age?

Shows are for ages 18 and up; a valid ID is required at entry.

Where is the venue located?

The festival is staged at Boom Chicago near the Jordaan neighborhood, about a five-minute walk from the Anne Frank House and ten minutes from Dam Square.

How much do tickets cost?

Late-show entry starts at €10; ticket tiers and availability vary by night.

Audience photos are generally allowed, but follow Boom Chicago’s rules on flash and recording—ask staff if unsure.

Seating is assigned with ticket purchase; arriving early improves your chances of a front or center seat.

Late-Night Magic at Boom Chicago: Amsterdam International Magic Festival (July 9)

Q: How long is the show?

Performances run about one hour.

Amsterdam’s International Magic Festival at Boom Chicago turns a single hour into a sustained rush of misdirection, comedy, and close-up wonder. Located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the festival stages late shows for adults in the compact Boom Chicago theater near the Jordaan neighborhood, an area defined by tight canals, narrow merchant houses, and short walking routes to landmark sites. On July 9 the bill features Jose Valera (ES), Stephane Varrault (FR), Jonatan Scheeper (NL), Soumya (IN), and Andrei (RO), a lineup that blends continental stage illusions, tight sleight of hand, and standup rhythm.

The experience is intentionally compact: late-show entry starts at €10, performances run about one hour, and seating emphasizes proximity to the stage so reactions become part of the evening. Boom Chicago’s space is only minutes from the Anne Frank House and a ten minute walk from Dam Square, which makes this an easy post-museum option or a pivot point for an Amsterdam night out. The street-level approach — cobbles, canal-side lighting, and 17th and 18th century façades — gives each reveal a dramatic urban frame.

What sets this festival apart for visitors is accessibility and variety. It’s rare to find an international roster in such an intimate venue; the mix of European, Asian, and Dutch performers keeps pacing fresh and introduces different cultural approaches to misdirection. Ticket prices and condensed run times make the show approachable for travelers balancing packed itineraries. The venue’s proximity to cafés on Noordermarkt, canal bridges over Prinsengracht, and late-night tram lines means you can chain the performance with dinner or a canal stroll without elaborate planning.

Practical notes: shows are for ages eighteen and up, so plan accordingly. Arrive early to claim a favorable seat and to take in the neighborhood light; the performance is speedy and forfeits little time from a day of sightseeing. Cameras are fine for audience shots but follow house rules about flash and recording. If you are sensitive to close-up interaction, request a seat toward the back at purchase.

This event is a distinctly urban magic night — not a large-scale illusion extravaganza but a tightly focused showcase of skill, timing, and comic timing. For visitors who want an energetic intellectual diversion between museums and canals, or who prefer short, high-quality cultural bites, July 9 at Boom Chicago offers a memorable hour that makes Amsterdam itself feel part of the trick.

Plan a modest buffer for transit; trams run late but fill quickly, and nearby restaurants in Jordaan often require reservations. If you arrive early, walk the Prinsengracht to see the canal houses' facades catch evening light, then settle in for a show that rewards attention and a willingness to be amused. Expect wit, close contact, and surprises.

About Amsterdam Magic Show

Amsterdam Magic Show presents live magic and comedy performances in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland. The company stages both close-up and theatre-style shows in a cozy venue near the historic Jordaan area. Performances feature international magicians and comedians, including Fritz with a Z, Rico Weeland, Soumya (from India), Michal Skubida and host Ken Parsons.

Shows range from intimate bar-style close-up magic to full 2-hour stage productions and informal afterparties. The Amsterdam Bar Magic Show highlights four world-class magicians in a close, interactive format. The Amsterdam Magic Show theatre performance brings 5–6 magicians together for comedy, close-up segments and a two-hour stage show. Special events, such as Nutty Anita x Amsterdam Magic Show and scheduled close-up evenings, combine comedy and sleight of hand for a mixed-audience experience.

The programming emphasizes audience engagement and family-friendly entertainment; the listed close-up show specifies suitability for ages 7 and up. Multiple performances include an afterparty where informal magic continues and guests can meet performers. The venue’s proximity to the Jordaan makes it accessible for visitors and locals exploring central Amsterdam.

Tickets are typically sold for named events and date-specific shows. Marketing and event listings identify performers, dates and show formats in advance. For travelers and residents seeking live entertainment, Amsterdam Magic Show offers a reliable option for an evening of laughter, wonder and interactive magic in the heart of Amsterdam. Show formats often include close-up audience participation, stage illusions, improvisational comedy and post-show meet-and-greets with performers. Dates and performer lineups are published in advance for each scheduled show.

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