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Steven Frayne announces a week of up close magic shows for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.

Published November 3, 2025

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.

“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.”
Steven Frayne Magician

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

 

Praise for Steven Frayne: Up Close and Magical

The Times
★★★★
“Superb… a sense of showmanship that feels shared rather than forced”

The Guardian
★★★★
“Frayne reconnects with his craft and builds a new identity out of the ashes of his old persona… astonishing”

Broadway World
“phenomenal”

Magic Seats
“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