Every 3 years, dozens of magicians from all over Europe gather to compete to compete for the title of European champion.This is a FISM event, which is unofficially the world governing body of magic; it is the most respected magic organisation in the world. FISM stands for Fédération Internationale des Sociétés Magiques - ( the international federation of magic societies ). The winners in this competition will go on to compete in what can be said to be the Olympics of magic, to be held next year; FISM 2025. This year the European championship competition takes place in Saint-Vincent Italy, fr ..read more

Coming up in the first school holidays of the year, I am set to be performing free public shows! In the first week ( 3rd - 5th of April 2024 ) I will be out in Somerville on the Mornington Peninsula - click through for details here : https://www.somervillecentral.com.au/events/school-holiday-magic-shows And in the second week ( 10th - 12th of April 2024 ) I will be on the other side of Melbourne, spreading the magic, at Bacchus Marsh - click through for details here : https://www.thevillagebacchus.com.au/events/magic-show-by-richard-vegas 2 shows a day! It's a lot of fun. I get to meet, play ..read more

Recently, I have found that there has been an increasing interest from people enquiring into my services as a Mentalist.  What is Mentalism…and what can I tell you that a Google search wouldn’t reveal…? Mentalism is a sub category of magic, but many pedantic practitioners of the art of mentalism would be at pains to distinguish it from magic suggesting that it is greatly different, using vastly different techniques and working in a different way and application to the art and artifice of magic. A presentation of mentalism can include what is, or appears to be, hypnosis, mind control, sub ..read more

This is the production that I created ( with my partner ) 10 years ago and have toured around Australia with over the last decade and we are finally calling curtains on... Australia's Most Successful And Enduring Cabaret Production, "The Paris Underground Cabaret," Celebrates its 10 Year Anniversary with a Grand Finale at the Newly Refurbished Northcote Theatre. After touring Australia for over 10 years to sold out houses and to popular and critical acclaim, The Paris Underground Cabaret comes to its final destination in a celebration of its remarkable 10 year anniversary. On Sunday the 8th o ..read more

A celebration of a decade of the brilliance of this truly unique cabaret show will take place on Sunday the 8th of October in a yet to be disclosed Melbourne venue! It will be a homecoming, a finale` and a celebration of the creatives who have given a decade of entertainment to Australian audiences! In so many ways this final performance of The Paris Underground Cabaret will be something truly special. For me personally it will be a beautiful way to crown a decade of production and directorial success and collaboration, of magic performance, of cabaret performance, of partnerships and friends ..read more

Last year I worked as a magic creative and consultant on this wonderful film "Late Night With The Devil" from Australian directors Colin and Cameron Cairnes, which is set to premiere in Australia at The Melbourne International Film Festival ( MIFF ) this August. Following its SXSW premiere the King of Horror himself, Stephen King, applauded the film, tweeting to his 7.1 million followers: “It’s absolutely brilliant, I couldn’t take my eyes off it.” My role as consultant and creative, had me creating a routine for the actor Ian Bliss to perform some sleight of hand magic as an introduction to ..read more

Sometimes change is borne out of necessity, sometimes change is achieved, and sometimes change is thrust upon us! This post, I feel, is necessary due to the appropriation of symbols by sectors of society that are extreme in prejudice and intolerance... For around 15 years I have used as a representation for my business a symbol that is borrowed and adapted from Norse mythology. The symbol is called a Valknut ( Odin's Knot or knot of the fallen ); it is supposed to represent the gods power to bind and unbind, thereby also representing life and death and the transition between ( and therefore a ..read more

Step into a world where Victorian elegance meets mechanical marvels and dark twisted delights with these extraordinary Steampunk playing cards, featuring the brilliant silhouette artwork of Fyodor Krasniy. Each card is a story masterpiece of intricate characters and macabre tales set in a fantastical landscape of steampunk and Tim Burton-esque style vignettes. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, these cards are not just a tool for games or a feature for a magician, but a movable feast of art and a collector's dream. Whether you're a card enthusiast, an art lover, or a fan of the Steam ..read more

I found myself at a wonderful kids party this past weekend and I was the entertainment. Being a childrens entertainer can be an absolute rare priviledge that should not be taken for granted and should be cherished for how rewarding it can be. I don't always, but I should. And I won't lie, some kids magic shows I perform are much more rewarding than others and this can be for many different reasons, but it is always something that can be rewarding if you have the mindset to find the reward in it. There is a certian element of controlled chaos, like herding cats, that needs to flow through a ma ..read more

Richard Vegas will present The Art Of Deception at Storyteller : The Baron’s Tasting House, in Deniliquin on Saturday the 6th of May, Storyteller will be hosting ALLUSIONS & ILLUSIONS - a multifaceted and riveting journey through art and the art of deception. This enchanting fusion of art and illusion promises an unforgettable experience that challenges reality and celebrates the wonders of creativity. Immerse yourself in a world where the impossible becomes possible at our evening of Allusions & Illusions. Featuring: * Magic & Mind Reading - Richard Vegas * Local & Indigenous ..read more