A breathtakingly beautiful VENUE
Every Weekend in Sydney
Bruce Glen, The Gentleman Magician presents entrancing magic and storytelling in a magnificent Art Deco setting.
Sydney’s Longest Running Show
The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée – Sydney’s longest running show – has the perfect home amidst the Jazz Age splendour of one of our city’s most magnificent, historic buildings.
Every weekend the Art Deco elegance of Castlereagh Boutique Hotel showcases this iconic Sydney experience hosted by Bruce Glen, The Gentleman Magician.
Listed at #2 on TripAdvisor – second only to Sydney Opera House – The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée has been beguiling audiences every weekend for OVER TEN YEARS. It is a “must-see” Sydney event.
You will experience an evening of world class magic and captivating Australian stories (storytelling magic for adults – but not necessarily grown-ups).
Reminiscent of the elegant events of the famous 19th century European ‘salons’, The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée will transport you to a place of wonderment.
- #2 on TripAdvisor - Theatre & Performances (second only to Sydney Opera House)
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
- TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award - Top 10% of attractions worldwide
New Home for Sydney’s Longest Running Show
The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée: Sydney’s longest running show has a new home amidst the Jazz Age splendour of the Castlereagh Boutique Hotel – one of our city’s most magnificent, historic buildings.
Every weekend, from Friday 29th May 2025 – the art deco elegance of Castlereagh Boutique Hotel will showcase this iconic Sydney experience – hosted by Bruce Glen, The Gentleman Magician.
(Our previous venue: Sir Stamford at Circular Quay will soon disappear – to be transformed into private apartments).
Listed at #2 on TripAdvisor – second only to Sydney Opera House – The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée has been beguiling audiences every weekend for over nine years. It is a “must-see” Sydney event.
You will experience an evening of world class magic and captivating Australian stories (storytelling magic for adults – but not necessarily grown-ups)
Reminiscent of the elegant events of the famous 19th century European ‘salons’, The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée aims to engage and intrigue – but most importantly, to transport you to a place of wonderment.
- #2 on TripAdvisor – Theatre & Performances (second only to Sydney Opera House)
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017; 2018 & 2019
- 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award – Top 10% of attractions worldwide.
When it opened in 1927, the enchanting Castlereagh Boutique Hotel was the city’s first high-rise reinforced concrete building – and Sydney’s tallest – with uninterrupted views to the Heads from the top floor.
Lovingly maintained and restored, it remains one of Australia’s finest examples of Art Deco design.
An Enchanted Evening Awaits ….
WHEN: 7:15 PM Fridays (& selected Saturdays). Duration 90 minutes.
WHERE: Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, 169 Castlereagh St, Sydney (near Park Street – alongside Gadigal Metro Station).
TICKETS: $54.95
DRESS CODE: Smart Casual / Cocktail Dress.
DINNER: Food and beverages are not included in the ticket price. However, you can use this link to book for dinner in the hotel’s magnificent Reagh Bar: https://www.thecastlereagh.com.au/dining/reagh-bar/ Bookings are essential. (Happy Hour 5pm to 7pm).
STAY OVERNIGHT: Special discounted room rate available for Magical Soirée attendees. Go to https://www.thecastlereagh.com.au/ and use promo code: CASTLE2025
CHILDREN: Though nothing at our Magical Soirée is inappropriate for children (or adults) it is best enjoyed by AGES 10 AND OVER. Younger children may become restless. THIS IS NOT A CHILDREN’S SHOW.
GETTING THERE: Castlereagh Boutique Hotel is alongside Gadigal Metro Station and close to Town Hall & Museum Train Stations. There are also several bus stops nearby.
PARKING: Hilton Secure Parking, 259 Pitt Street or Secure Parking, 137 Castlereagh Street.
FURTHER INFORMATION: Phone 1300 033 599
Bruce Glen is one of the select few admitted as an Associate of the Inner Magic Circle (only 349 members hold this rank – worldwide). The Gentleman Magician has performed to sold-out houses at the Edinburgh Fringe; the Adelaide Fringe; Fringe World Perth; and the famous Edinburgh Magic Festival. In Australia, Bruce has also presented his sophisticated ‘storytelling magic for adults’ at The Swifts, Darling Point; The Hughenden Boutique Hotel, Woollahra; Ayers House Museum, Adelaide; and Old Government House, Parramatta.
The Gentleman Magician at Your Place
Bruce Glen is now available for corporate and private events.
The Gentleman Magician will engage and amaze your guests with courtesy and good humour. Bruce Glen believes that EVERY guest is a VIP.
His previous experience in Marketing and Communications has equipped him well to deal with your important friends and clients in the proper manner.
In fact, he calls it: “Magic with Manners”.
Experience The Gentleman Magician’s genial, charming presence at your next corporate or private event:
Product Launches ◆ Client Functions ◆ Office Events ◆ Anniversaries ◆ Weddings (a specialty)
