Get ready for a bold and exciting experience as American comedy innovator Natalie Palamides joins forces with Las Vegas circus pioneers Spiegelworld. They are set to unveil their upcoming multi-million-dollar production, “Lady Magic,” right before its debut on the Las Vegas Strip. This work-in-progress show will be performed at the Pleasance Dome during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe from July 30 to August 25.
“Lady Magic” promises to be an unpredictable anti-magic performance where Fringe audiences play a crucial role in shaping the final product. Following the success of Spiegelworld’s popular Atomic Saloon Show, which also originated at the Fringe in 2019, this new venture provides a unique behind-the-scenes look at the creation of a significant Las Vegas production. With a carefully selected ensemble of comedic talents, the show aims to evolve dynamically throughout its run at the Fringe.
This innovative production turns the classic magician-assistant trope on its head. “Historically, the magician’s assistant has endured a lot: being sawed in half, dodging flying knives, all while wearing heels and a smile!” the producers explain. In “Lady Magic,” the assistants seize their moment, plotting increasingly outrageous and comical ways to make the magician vanish—guaranteeing a chaotic blend of hilarity and tricks that defy expectation, perfect for anyone who’s ever felt frustrated at work.
Natalie Palamides knows her way around Fringe success. Her 2018 show, “Nate – A One Man Show,” won a Total Theatre Award and was later adapted by Amy Poehler’s production company for Netflix. Her latest show, “WEER,” received critical acclaim, winning Best Show at the inaugural List Festival Awards.
Palamides shared her enthusiasm for the collaborative and experimental essence of “Lady Magic.” “We’ll be improvising constantly; each night will be different,” she said, assuring audiences of a “very good time” and urging them to “keep expectations low, and I promise you’ll leave on a high.” Spiegelworld’s creative force, Ross Mollison, emphasized that the Fringe is the perfect testing ground for future hits, noting, “If the jokes don’t land in Edinburgh, they won’t fly in Las Vegas.”
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