Barry Potter and the Magic of Wizardry
Winner Magic Award 2023 Adelaide Fringe
From Tim Motley, winner of 20 fringe festival awards and creator of Dirk Darrow…
Experience the wonder of world-class wizardry in a realm of messenger owls, robed wizards and flying broomsticks! Marvel at mind-blowing mysteries with cauldrons, goblets and talking snakes. Witness feats of sorcery in person, as a grown-up wizard delves into an untold story. Also, there’s jokes!
Recommended: Ages 8+
Barry Potter is the latest creation from Australian American Tim Motley. He has been performing professionally for over 20 years as a comedian, mentalist, magician, actor, radio show host, improvisor, busker and variety performer. He is well known to Festival patrons for combining comedy and magic with the film noir detective genre in such shows as Prohibition, 6 Quick D**k Tricks and 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded D**k. These shows have toured festivals and cruise ships around the world for 12 years, have garnered 20 fringe festival awards and have received many excellent reviews.
Tim has created and toured internationally 11 solo shows and three cast shows to date. Originally from Philadelphia, he is now an Australian citizen living in Adelaide, and has performed in 53 countries.
'Will leave you in awe.' ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide
'Amazing.' ★★★★★ Australian Stage
'Incredible.' ★★★★★ Edmonton Journal
'Seriously impressive.' ★★★★ The List (UK)
'Charms your red and gold socks off.' ★★★★ Winnipeg Free Press (Canada)
'Fun and surprise-filled.' ★★★★ Kiddo Mag
'An hour of miraculous fun.' Australian Arts Review
'This show brought the wonder of wizardry to life.' Theatre Haus
'Motley's charisma fills the stage as he effortlessly balances humour that appeals to both young and old alike.' Patron and Pearl (Canada)
'An accomplished, quietly impressive magic show.' Broadway World (UK)
'Motley’s awe-inspiring illusions and well-placed puns make Barry Potter and the Magic of Wizardry a delight from start to finish.' A View From the Box (Canada)
'Barry Potter is a really fun magic show that is worth seeing.' UMFM (Canada)
'This is impressive, head-scratching magic!' Sesa Arts (Canada)
'Timing is everything and Motley is a master… the way he brings this world together is simply marvelous.' Otaku No Culture (Canada)
'Motley is a natural comedian and illusionist in ‘Barry Potter’… a light-hearted escape for all ages.' Yahoo Entertainment (USA)
Suitable for audiences 10+
Audience participation
Winner Magic Award 2023 Adelaide Fringe
From Tim Motley, winner of 20 fringe festival awards and creator of Dirk Darrow…
Experience the wonder of world-class wizardry in a realm of messenger owls, robed wizards and flying broomsticks! Marvel at mind-blowing mysteries with cauldrons, goblets and talking snakes. Witness feats of sorcery in person, as a grown-up wizard delves into an untold story. Also, there’s jokes!
Recommended: Ages 8+
Barry Potter is the latest creation from Australian American Tim Motley. He has been performing professionally for over 20 years as a comedian, mentalist, magician, actor, radio show host, improvisor, busker and variety performer. He is well known to Festival patrons for combining comedy and magic with the film noir detective genre in such shows as Prohibition, 6 Quick D**k Tricks and 2 Ruby Knockers, 1 Jaded D**k. These shows have toured festivals and cruise ships around the world for 12 years, have garnered 20 fringe festival awards and have received many excellent reviews.
Tim has created and toured internationally 11 solo shows and three cast shows to date. Originally from Philadelphia, he is now an Australian citizen living in Adelaide, and has performed in 53 countries.
'Will leave you in awe.' ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide
'Amazing.' ★★★★★ Australian Stage
'Incredible.' ★★★★★ Edmonton Journal
'Seriously impressive.' ★★★★ The List (UK)
'Charms your red and gold socks off.' ★★★★ Winnipeg Free Press (Canada)
'Fun and surprise-filled.' ★★★★ Kiddo Mag
'An hour of miraculous fun.' Australian Arts Review
'This show brought the wonder of wizardry to life.' Theatre Haus
'Motley's charisma fills the stage as he effortlessly balances humour that appeals to both young and old alike.' Patron and Pearl (Canada)
'An accomplished, quietly impressive magic show.' Broadway World (UK)
'Motley’s awe-inspiring illusions and well-placed puns make Barry Potter and the Magic of Wizardry a delight from start to finish.' A View From the Box (Canada)
'Barry Potter is a really fun magic show that is worth seeing.' UMFM (Canada)
'This is impressive, head-scratching magic!' Sesa Arts (Canada)
'Timing is everything and Motley is a master… the way he brings this world together is simply marvelous.' Otaku No Culture (Canada)
'Motley is a natural comedian and illusionist in ‘Barry Potter’… a light-hearted escape for all ages.' Yahoo Entertainment (USA)
Suitable for audiences 10+
Audience participation