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Chris Cox knows what you’re thinking. You’re thinking, “Who the hell is Chris Cox?” Well, it’s a good job you’re reading this. He’s the only mind reader in history to have starred on Broadway, London’s West End and at the Sydney Opera House. He starred in Chris Cox’s Mind Boggling Magic (CBBC) and award-winning Killer Magic (BBC Three). He’s a multi-award-winning 'mind reader who can't read minds’ and, according to The Guardian, he is “one of the most exciting entertainers in Britain”. Time Out thinks that “he’s loveable, geeky and deceptively talented” and “does tricks that would make Jesus proud”. But he’s far too modest to openly brag about his achievements here…

Chris is a unique force in the world of mind reading, having played Broadway, three West End seasons and 22 sold-out shows at the Sydney Opera House. He’s currently starring in the world’s biggest magic show, The Illusionists (which has included shows on Broadway, the West End, the Sydney Opera House, two US Tours, a Reno Residency, and tours across South Africa, Mexico and Australia). Prior to this, he starred in Impossible (with two runs in the Noel Coward Theatre, as well as shows in Singapore, the Dubai Opera theatre, the Araneta Arena in Manila and a World Tour), and as Muddles alongside Warwick Davis in Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs (New Victoria Theatre, Woking). He’s also written and performed five critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe Festival shows, four solo UK Tours and two extended sell-out runs at the New Zealand International Comedy Festival, and he’s won two Edinburgh Fringe Awards, a Best Comedy Show award and 28 five-star reviews.

As well as starring in his own BBC shows, he read One Direction’s minds at the BBC Music Awards, and was part of the BAFTA-nominated team who brought magic to ​Merlin (BBC). On top of this, he has been a guest on The Today Show (NBC), The Project (Network 10, Australia) America's Got Talent (NBC), Heston’s Recipe For Romance (Channel 4), Now You See It (BBC One), How TV Changed Magic (Channel 5), The Secret Of Star Wars (BBC iPlayer), and The Mentalist Revealed (Channel 5).

Chris Cox has performed at Shakespeare's Globe, Latitude and the Reading and Leeds Festivals. He’s created magic for Barnum (Menier Chocolate Factory), Dan and Phil’s Amazing Tour Is Not On Fire (World Tour, London Palladium, and Dolby Theatre Hollywood), Dan and Phil’s 2018 World Tour, and for Heston Blumenthal at The Fat Duck Restaurant where Chris is a creative consultant. He is the writer and producer of several BBC Radio 1 shows, including Hugh Jackman – Wolverine The Musical, The Matt Edmondson Show, Dan and Phil's Guide To Happiness, and The Story Of Tim Minchin. Chris is also the Magic and Illusions Assistant for Harry Potter And The Cursed Child Parts 1 And 2 (Palace Theatre, London).

Chris continues to tour in the world’s biggest magic show, The Illusionists, alongside staging his solo performances and presenting at corporate events around the globe. He hopes you have a lot of fun watching him today, and, because he’s a mind reader, he already knows that you’ll enjoy the show so much that you’ll leave thinking, “I love Cox!”

Chris Cox STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Return Broadway Engagement, 2019
The Mentalist

[West End]
West End Return Production, 2016
Performer


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Review: THE ILLUSIONISTS at Opera House/Kennedy Center


Ladies and gentlemen and children of all ages, The Illusionists brings the fun of magic and the magic of fun at a time when a little voluntary, recreational misdirection sounds like a great idea. Indeed, through the magic of a big screen and a little camera, The Illusionists have solved the problem of how to do card tricks for an audience of 2500--the smallest moves of The Manipulator (Hyunjoon Kim) can be seen from every seat--just don't expect to see how he does it.

MARIO THE MAKER MAGICIAN Makes London Debut in June at Underbelly Boulevard Soho


Mario leads you through a romping explosion of energy and belly laughs punctuated with moments of heart and emotion that will catch you by surprise. Not “just a kids' show,” Mario the Maker Magician is an all-ages theatrical experience... for adults, kids, families... everyone.

Pittsburgh Opera to Launch First-of-its-Kind Rideshare Voucher Program


Pittsburgh Opera is debuting an innovative rideshare voucher program to make it easier for patrons to get to and from their opera performances.

THE ILLUSIONISTS - MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS Comes to State Theatre New Jersey Next Month


State Theatre New Jersey presents The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays on Wednesday, December 6 at 7:30pm. Find out more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Review: MONARCH THEATRE, Park Row


Almost as secretive and hidden away as the Batcave, Soho’s Park Row is a restaurant dedicated to the Caped Crusader. At its heart lies Monarch Theatre, an immersive dining experience which combines projections, magic and a sumptuous tasting menu.

THE ILLUSIONISTS �" MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS to Arrive at the Princess of Wales Theatre in November


Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Prepare to be spellbound by mind-blowing illusions and holiday spectacle in this unmissable theatrical experience. Get ready for a magical holiday season and witness unforgettable magic and festive entertainment.

SLANDER, Alison Wonderland, and Said the Sky Release Massive Collab 'Picture'


Titans of forward-thinking melodic bass SLANDER, Alison Wonderland and Said The Sky form a powerhouse trio for a long-awaited collaboration with the release “Picture” to close out 2022. In October 2021, SLANDER and Said The Sky teased a rough cut of the track during their epic b2b EDC Vegas set while Wonderland tuned in via Facetime.

Jimmy James to Perform at Red Eye NY This Month


Daniel Nardicio will present Jimmy James live at Red Eye NY, on Wednesday, Dec 28th. Learn how to get tickets!

THE ILLUSIONISTS: Magic Of The Holidays Comes to The Bushnell This Month


'Tis the season for The Illusionists – Magic Of The Holidays, an all-new installment of the world-famous, blockbuster touring magic spectacular The Illusionists, from Producers Simon Painter, Cirque du Soleil, and MagicSpace Entertainment.

THE ILLUSIONISTS- MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS Comes to The Fabulous Fox Theatre Next Month


'Tis the season for The Illusionists - Magic Of The Holidays, an all-new installment of the world-famous, blockbuster touring magic spectacular The Illusionists, from Producers Simon Painter, Cirque du Soleil and MagicSpace Entertainment.

THE ILLUSIONISTS- MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS Announced At The Fabuous Fox Theatre, November 26


It's the most magical time of the year… 'Tis the season for The Illusionists – Magic Of The Holidays, an all-new installment of the world-famous, blockbuster touring magic spectacular The Illusionists, from Producers Simon Painter, Cirque du Soleil and MagicSpace Entertainment.

Interview: Laura Corcoran talks about WONDERVILLE: 'It's only just getting started'


With a new venue and a new emphasis, variety show Wonderville has returned to London this month following on from its debut season last year at the Palace Theatre.

Photos: Get a First Look Inside the New West End Venue WONDERVILLE


The producers of ‘Wonderville: Magic & Illusion’ are introducing the latest addition to the UK’s premier magic brand in the heart of the West End with Wonderville, where audiences will become immersed in a purpose-built intimate cabaret table seated venue. See photos here!

Chris Cox To Perform Virtual Mind Reading Show CHRIS COX IS VIRTUALLY IN YOUR MIND This Thursday


Broadway, West End and TV star Chris Cox has announced he will be performing a one-off festive performance of his critically acclaimed virtual mind reading show Chris Cox Is Virtually In Your Mind on Thursday 23rd December at 7:45pm GMT.

BWW Review: WONDERVILLE, Palace Theatre


Wonderville's varied cast of magicians and illusionists keep the pace high in a rip-roaring family show that provokes delight and, yes, wonder.

Photos: Go Inside the West End Gala Premiere of WONDERVILLE


MAGIC is back in the West End! This summer at the Palace Theatre, the world’s greatest illusionists and mentalists are coming together in Wonderville, a jaw-dropping display of magic, illusion and technological trickery that will electrify, surprise and leave theatregoers in awe at what they are seeing on stage.  

BWW Review: LES MISERABLES at Wainuiomata Little Theatre


Boubil and Schoenberg's musical based on the novel by Victor Hugo is a beast. Dramatic, passionate and a firm favourite with many Musical Theatre lovers for its emotional music, historical setting and tragic but redemptive storyline.

WONDERVILLE Delays West End Opening After a Member of The Team Tests Positive For COVID-19


Ticket buyers will be contacted by their point of purchase via email, and will be offered the option to exchange their tickets or receive a refund or credit voucher. Full refunds will be offered to all customers who are unable to move their tickets to an alternative performance. Learn more here.

WONDERVILLE Thanks NHS Workers and Their Families With 1,000 Free Seats


o book tickets, NHS staff simply need to register with Tickets For Good using their NHS email address in time for the first release of tickets. Learn more here!

Final Line Up Of Guest Stars Announced For WONDERVILLE


This summer at the Palace Theatre, the world's greatest illusionists and mentalists are coming together in Wonderville, a jaw-dropping display of magic, illusion and technological trickery that will electrify, surprise and leave theatregoers in awe at what they are seeing on stage.  

Chris Cox FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Chris Cox been in?

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How many West End shows has Chris Cox been in?

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What was Chris Cox's first West End show?

Chris Cox's first West End show was Impossible which opened in 2016

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