
Then there’s the one word picked from a few thousand in a newspaper trick and – as a bonus, with our agreement – an astounding demonstration of how easy it is to pick pockets. And under the guise of proving what a scam ‘psychic powers’ are, Fell fools us admirably.Įven though he explains quite clearly how he does one thing, I – I think I can say we all –have no idea how he knows what people have drawn on his paper pad when his eyes and most of his head are encased in duct tape. Much of the enjoyment comes from his encouraging us to develop the observational skills he claims allow him to work out who is lying or not. The trick of lowering expectations by seeming to stuff up a routine – “When the magic doesn’t work, that’s comedy” – only to deliver at a whole new level is splendidly employed. The first trick he ever learned is just that: a trick.

His subsequent evolution as a magician through primary, intermediate and secondary school gives narrative structure to the early part of the show and there is a risqué frisson in his banter. But as a child he was inspired to become a magician by seeing a Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee magic show. Queen Street, Aucklandīookings: The comical magician – or magical comic – Jarred Fell is quick to point out he is no ‘Dynamo’ given this is live, before our very eyes, with no camera or editing tricks possible. “ One Of My Favorite Acts “- Steve O ( Jackass) “ Exceptional Performer, Can’t Be Faulted “- TVNZ His impressive award collection stands at:Ģ013 – Top Comedy Award – Variety Artists Awards, NZĢ013 – Nominated ‘ Best On The Box ‘ – NZ Comedy GuildĢ012 – Top Comedy Award – Variety Artists Awards, NZ The aim of the show is to misdirect the audience in such a way you walk away asking “How did he do that “. FELLON is a show jammed packed with Magic, Gore, Mind Reading and Comedy all in one. Jarred Fell has been performing the art of magic for as long as he remembers, he has been performing professionally for over 7 years. Fresh back from touring Asia with this show Jarred brings to NZ a show that will make you fall about laughing and also shock you with the art of misdirection! The award winning comedian magician Jarred Fell is back and bolder than ever. NZ International Comedy Festival 2014 Production DetailsĪ razor sharp show that is so dangerous he may even get arrested ! Fringe Bar, 26-32 Allen St, Te Aro, Wellington
