Derren Brown
Psychological Illusionist
Derren Brown brought to notoriety by his TV programmes, he captivated the public with his rare combination of psychology, intuition and magic. He is a class act that has refreshed the image of magic making it an intellectual and must-see contemporary art form.
"Derren Brown has taken the cheese and sleaze out of showbiz magic and restored a sense of wonder." Time Out
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Although a graduate in law and German, he opted to pursue his growing interest in psychological magic. Initially performing in bars and cafes he supplemented his income with his caricature portraits of well-known figures. This all changed with his first TV show in 1999, when recognition of his talent really took off.
WHAT he OFFERS YOU
His is a new genre of magical entertainment. With his complex technique he is able to forecast and control human behaviour - all in a mesmerising way. He has re-cast the mould for fellow entertainers and audiences alike - a unique performance in its truest sense.