116th Annual Salute to Magic!
At the Abrons Art Center,
466 Grand St.
New York, NY
June 14th, 2025, 700pm
Eric Walton
Esoterica
Billy Hsueh
Billy has been wowing audiences in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Taipei, Vancouver and beyond. His magic is inspired by the wonder he observes in everyday items and experiences. He has won countless international magic competitions, including multiple awards as champion of close-up, parlor and stage magic. His magic can be seen on channels such as Amazon Prime, and CTV, and he was the consultant for NBC’s The Irrationals. Respected by his peers around the world, Billy was elected as President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.
John Graham
John fell in love with magic during childhood. Regular visits to his local magic shop in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and a singular focus fostered his interest. He is now a full-time professional magician and mentalist with over thirty years experience. He is the author of the new (and already a best seller) magicians-only book, Stage by Stage.
As the resident performer for numerous resort hotels and a successful corporate and private event entertainer, he amazes people wherever he goes. His live shows blend magic and mentalism with a unique sense of humor and love for his audience.
Javi Benitez
Javi is the show’s headline act, is a world-renowned magician celebrated for his
breathtaking sleight-of-hand and captivating persona. He has garnered accolades from both audiences and fellow magicians alike.
Penn & Teller, on their TV show Fool Us, extolled his prowess, declaring him “The best sleight-of-hand artist we’ve ever seen.” Javi’s unwavering dedication to the art of magic led him to forsake a prosperous career as a Creative Director to become a full-time magician.
His illustrious career is adorned with numerous prestigious awards, including World Awarded Magician at FISM 2018,Penn & Teller Fool Us Show Winner 2017, Spanish Magician of the Year 2011, and Spain Champion Winner 2001.
Herb Scher
2025 Magician of the Year