zoom_in Click to enlarge

Ben Hart

▲ ▼

description Ben Hart Overview

Ben Hart is a British magician, illusion designer, and stage performer known for presenting original effects through intimate storytelling and restrained theatrical staging. He reached the final of Britain's Got Talent in 2019, bringing his close-up and illusion work to a national television audience. His performances often use ordinary-looking objects, handcrafted apparatus, and narratives that emphasize mystery, memory, and the history of magic.

help Ben Hart FAQ

What type of magic does Ben Hart perform?

Ben Hart combines sleight of hand with storytelling, visual illusion, and theatrical staging ([Ben Hart](https://benhartmagic.com/)). His work covers intimate close-up pieces as well as larger stage illusions, so it is not limited to card tricks.

What happened to Ben Hart on Britain's Got Talent in 2019?

He reached the Grand Final of Britain's Got Talent in May 2019 and finished third ([Ben Hart biography](https://benhartmagic.com/about)). His televised routines included making small objects disappear and reappear, which showed the close-up side of his stage style.

Was Ben Hart involved in the West End show Impossible?

Yes, he performed in the large illusion show Impossible for two West End seasons between 2015 and 2017. The production also toured internationally, including dates in Dubai, the Philippines, Lebanon, and Singapore.

Does Ben Hart design magic for other productions?

Yes, he works as an illusion designer and consultant for theatre, film, television, and live events. His listed theatre clients include The Old Vic and the Royal Shakespeare Company, and he has also collaborated with Penn & Teller.