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The Magic in You

Become a superstar entertainer
Brief Description
Mat Ricardo never used to see himself as a performer; in fact, he was always on the outskirts and incredibly shy. However, through practice and dedication, he found his confidence to become one of the country's greatest and most widely respected showmen. In this book, The... Read More
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Dare to be brilliant with this entertaining guide that will teach an astonishing range of circus tricks, juggling skills, comedy sets, magic, spy manoeuvres and science tricks.

You too can learn how to become a showman! With the help of one of the world's greatest entertainers, all kids can learn how to levitate, juggle and enthrall an audience with a bit of practice and some sound advice . . .

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Mat Ricardo never used to see himself as a performer; in fact, he was always on the outskirts and incredibly shy. However, through practice and dedication, he found his confidence to become one of the country's greatest and most widely respected showmen.

In this book, The Magic in You, Ricardo reveals with humour and practical steps exactly what you can do to discover the magic in yourself.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571383962

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 July 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 204.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Mat Ricardo learned his craft as a street performer in London's famous Covent Garden, before travelling the world's theatres, cabaret clubs and festivals to become the most critically acclaimed and successful variety comedian in the world. He is the only variety artist to win the Herald Angel Award for excellence in theatre. Alongside his performing work, he is a TEDx speaker, an ambassador for the mental health non-profit "Mental Ideas" and was a regular columnist for the British comedy website Chortle.

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