Published October 29, 2025

The world-famous magician Steven Frayne will return to his home city of Bradford this December for an exclusive UK City of Culture residency at intimate pop-up venue Loading Bay from Monday 1 to Sunday 7 December – offering audiences a unique showcase of magic from across his incredible career to date.

Best known for his headline grabbing stunts, boundary breaking cinematic TV specials and awe-inspiring arena shows across the world, Steven Frayne (formerly known as Dynamo) will bring a special ‘hometown’ performance of his critically acclaimed live show Up Close and Magical to the city, titled Back Home and Magical, offering people the chance to experience the power and wonder of Steven’s magic up close – with nothing to hide.

Steven Frayne says “It’s been incredible to be a part of this year’s UK City of Culture, celebrating my home city and sharing in the joy with my friends and family. After performing to around 20,000 people in City Park for the opening show back in January, its super exciting to be doing something on a smaller scale and embracing the magic that is within the community.”

Tickets will be released on Wednesday 8 October at midday available from bradford2025.co.uk

★★★★ “Superb… a sense of showmanship that feels shared rather than forced”
★★★★ “Frayne reconnects with his craft and builds a new identity out of the ashes of his old persona... astonishing”
“phenomenal”
“one of the world’s leading magicians”

Listings information:
Steven Frayne: Up Close and Magical
Mon 1 Dec – 7.30pm
Tue 2 Dec – 7.30pm
Thur 4 Dec – 2.30 & 7.30pm
Fri 5 Dec – 2.30 & 7.30pm
Sat 6 Dec – 2.30 & 7.30pm
Sun 7 Dec – 2.30 & 7.30pm

Running time: 75 mins
Tickets £20, concessions available
Loading Bay, 1 Duke Street, Bradford, BD1 3QR

Recommended for audiences age 12+ – under 16s must be accompanied with an adult