"Master Illusionist Matthew McGurk is the smoothest of smooth operators, surely here we have a market leading attraction."
Mark Ritchie, The Stage
Headlining on P&O
17th-24th June
Matthew has just returned from contracts aboard the Arcadia and Aurora for P&O Cruises. Equiped with the most beautiful stages and some incredible magic, a good time was had by all. Matthew also showcased a brand new illusion in which rings floated and linked whilst in mid-air! Plans are being made to return again soon with the brand new illusion spectacular featuring the gorgeous Jaide.
Recently added to the videoes page is the latest Illusion showreel as filmed onboard the beautiful M/S Insignia whilst cruiseing around South America with Oceania Cruises.
Recently booked to perform on the luxurious MV Insignia for Oceania Cruises, Matthew is currently working on exciting additions to the already very succesful Illusion show. Matthew with his partner Jaide Castle will be onboard for 3 months amazing audiences as they visit Athens, Rome, Venice, Barcelona, Lisbon, Rio de Janiero, Buenos Aires and Valparaiso.
Matthew has just returned from a cruise around the Islands of Greece where he premiered his brand new solo shows onboard the beautiful cruise liner the Spirit of Adventure. Places visited on the cruise were the Ukraine, Romania, Bulgaria, Piraeus, Athens, Delphi, Katakolon, Monemvasia, Volos and Thessaloniki.
Matthew has recently returned from working on Brittany Ferries with a brand new show featuring new assistant Jaide Castle. The duo made such an impression they were immediaty booked on the companies flagship, the Ponta Ven for the Christmas Season.
Matthew astounds celebrities at the Swedish National Horse Races in Malmo
11th August 2007
Matthew was recently flown out to Malmo (Sweden) to entertain the rich and famous as part of the Swedish Grand National celebrations. The high profile party included horse owners, Jockeys, celebrities and politicians, that would either be taking part in or watching the races the following day. He has recently been re-booked to appear at the prestigoues event next summer.
Matthew Crowned ‘North West Champion of Close Up Magic 2006
25th November 2006
Matthew continued his run of recent competition victories at this years North West Close Up Magic Championships 2006 which is hosted by the Manchester Circle of Magicians. Matthew has now won the competition two years in a row with an act that is specifically designed to fool his fellow magicians! He is currently working on the competition act to compete in larger competitions overseas.
