Famous Las Vegas Magicians: Who Is Working Now — Murray SawChuck
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Every notable magician working Las Vegas right now, from Shin Lim and Penn & Teller to the afternoon and downtown rooms, plus the legends who built the city's magic scene.
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Murray SawChuck
Legends and those between rooms
Comedy magician and Pawn Stars regular, known for the platinum hair and for making large objects disappear. He headlined the Tropicana for years, and when that resort closed and was demolished his residency went with it. He has no current Las Vegas booking; ticket sites still list him, which is why he is here rather than above.
Jeff McBride
Legends and those between rooms
Less a headliner than the city's magic teacher. McBride founded Wonderground, the monthly gathering at The Olive where working Vegas magicians try material on each other, and has since handed it to Will Bradshaw. It is in its 17th year.
Where to see them
Thirteen of the magicians above hold a current Las Vegas booking. Our companion guide lists all 21 magic shows playing right now with venues, showtimes and age ratings, including the mentalists and the two invite-only rooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous magician in Las Vegas?
By length of residency, Penn & Teller, who have held the same theatre for more than 25 years. By profile, Criss Angel, whose Mindfreak television series brought him to the city. Historically it is Siegfried & Roy, whose Mirage run turned Las Vegas into the centre of the magic world.
Which famous magicians still perform in Las Vegas?
Thirteen hold current bookings: Shin Lim, Penn & Teller, Mat Franco, Criss Angel, Piff the Magic Dragon, Mac King, Frederic Da Silva, Colin Cloud, Jen Kramer, Nathan Burton, Mike Hammer, David Goldrake and Farrell Dillon.
Is David Copperfield still in Las Vegas?
No. He played his final MGM Grand show on 30 April 2026, ending a residency of more than 25 years. Many older guides still list him.
Who were the old Las Vegas magicians?
Siegfried & Roy at the Mirage until 2003, Lance Burton at the Monte Carlo until he retired in 2010 after more than 15,000 shows, and The Amazing Johnathan, who headlined year-round from 2001 to 2014 and died in 2022.
Is there a female magician headlining in Las Vegas?
Yes. Jen Kramer at the Westgate Cabaret is the only woman headlining her own resident magic show in the city. She opened in 2018 and passed 1,000 performances in April 2026.
Is Murray SawChuck still performing in Las Vegas?
Not at present. He headlined the Tropicana until that resort closed and was demolished, and has no current Las Vegas residency. Several ticket sites still carry listings for him, which is worth knowing before you book.
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