June 2025
June 10, 2025
Inside the Illusion: Gaughan’s Secret Workshop Revealed
We are thrilled to announce an extraordinary evening that you simply cannot miss. On June 10 (at 7 PM), the Westside Wizards will hold our monthly meeting at a truly legendary location: the private workshop of the incomparable John Gaughan in Atwater Village.
John Gaughan is a name spoken with reverence in the magic world. He is the master craftsman behind some of the most iconic illusions of the modern era. His client list reads like a who’s who of magic royalty — David Copperfield, Mark Wilson, Siegfried & Roy, Doug Henning, and David Blaine, to name just a few. He has even built wonders for performers outside the magic realm, including Michael Jackson and Cher. From meticulously restoring antique apparatus to engineering impossibilities that have stunned audiences around the globe, John’s work represents the perfect fusion of art, history, and mechanical genius.
This rare behind-the-scenes visit offers an intimate glimpse into the creative heart of magic innovation. You’ll see legendary props up close, hear stories that have never left the workshop walls, and experience the history and future of illusion like never before. This is not just a meeting — it’s a journey into the sacred engine room of wonder.
Please note: due to the location and the exclusivity of the experience, this meeting is open only to current, paid Westside Wizards members. No guests or walk-ins will be permitted.
Travel note: The meeting starts at 7:00 PM — just as rush hour begins to taper off. We strongly encourage you to allow plenty of time for traffic, especially if you’re coming from the Westside. Consider carpooling with fellow members to ease both the drive and the parking situation.
We look forward to seeing you for this unforgettable evening at the very heart of magic craftsmanship. Prepare to be amazed.We can’t wait to see you there for an unforgettable evening of magic and wonder!
We are thrilled to announce an extraordinary evening that you simply cannot miss. On June 10 (at 7 PM), the Westside Wizards will hold our monthly meeting at a truly legendary location: the private workshop of the incomparable John Gaughan in Atwater Village.
John Gaughan is a name spoken with reverence in the magic world. He is the master craftsman behind some of the most iconic illusions of the modern era. His client list reads like a who’s who of magic royalty — David Copperfield, Mark Wilson, Siegfried & Roy, Doug Henning, and David Blaine, to name just a few. He has even built wonders for performers outside the magic realm, including Michael Jackson and Cher. From meticulously restoring antique apparatus to engineering impossibilities that have stunned audiences around the globe, John’s work represents the perfect fusion of art, history, and mechanical genius.
This rare behind-the-scenes visit offers an intimate glimpse into the creative heart of magic innovation. You’ll see legendary props up close, hear stories that have never left the workshop walls, and experience the history and future of illusion like never before. This is not just a meeting — it’s a journey into the sacred engine room of wonder.
Please note: due to the location and the exclusivity of the experience, this meeting is open only to current, paid Westside Wizards members. No guests or walk-ins will be permitted.
Travel note: The meeting starts at 7:00 PM — just as rush hour begins to taper off. We strongly encourage you to allow plenty of time for traffic, especially if you’re coming from the Westside. Consider carpooling with fellow members to ease both the drive and the parking situation.
We look forward to seeing you for this unforgettable evening at the very heart of magic craftsmanship. Prepare to be amazed.We can’t wait to see you there for an unforgettable evening of magic and wonder!