Rob Teszka: Magic Dropout

Rob Teszka, almost-PhD of magic, presents an irreverent magic show about failure! Enjoy a mindblowing cocktail of tongue-in-cheek takes on topics from Mai Tais to academic burnout. Join Rob Teszka, Magic Dropout, for the unexpected results of a decade delving into the psychology of magic. All ages — even the swearing part!

*** Tickets $15 + Fringe membership

"Rob's pacing and attention to detail captured my attention right away. His magical spin on his history with psychology makes this show one of a kind." - Alistair Cook, Havana Theatre

How do you pick a card when you can’t touch the deck? New and improved to meet the Vancouver Fringe Festival’s COVID-19 safety protocols, Rob Teszka presents Magic Dropout, a cautiously interactive performance that is set to delight audiences with the marvels and masochism of academia.

“Years ago I lived in England as an academic, researching the psychology of magic,” says Rob. “After publishing several journal articles, burnout forced me to leave just before getting my PhD. It’s taken three years to get into the Fringe Festival and I’m not letting anything force me to quit again — not even a pandemic.”

The show has a strong magic pedigree, developed by two highly experienced and entertaining performers. While researching psychology in England, Rob became an Associate of the Inner Magic Circle of London, an exclusive group of less than 300, admitted by audition. Magic Dropout is directed by Travis Bernhardt, the multiple Pick of the Fringe winner who has toured sell-out shows including Charlatan and Unscriptured. The show is scheduled to run between Oct 1st-10th as part of the Vancouver Fringe Festival.