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Carney Magic

Trolley Depot Theater, 314 South Main, Galena, IL 61036
815-777-1248
Ranked #1 of 20 attractions in Galena
5.0 of 5 stars 47 Reviews
Type: Performances
Owner description: Carney 
Comedy and Sleight of Hand. As seen on David Letterman's Late Show. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
 at 8 PM. Carney is a theatre...... more » Owner description: Carney 
Comedy and Sleight of Hand. As seen on David Letterman's Late Show. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
 at 8 PM. Carney is a theatre show that blends mind-blowing sleight of hand with intelligence, taste, and wit, into unique evening of pure entertainment. This is definitely NOT your typical "magic" show. Carney is a show that will amaze you, as it charms and delights.Carney is family friendly, but not a kiddie show. 
Recommended for ages 8 and up. « less
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Galena, IL
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2012
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person found this review helpful

I loved Mr. Carney's show and I hope he comes back to Galena again soon! Nice little theater, perfectly adorned with all the props needed. Mysterious phone call in middle of show was amusing. Mr. Carney didn't break stride and we all thought it was part of the show! More

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wonder lake il
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

While away with my honey for some alone time,we found John Carney's Magic Show. My husband and I had a wonderful time with great seats to be found anywhere in the small theater. We were amazed and amused , and would surely go there again to enjoy the show. More

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Galena, Illinois
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2011

A shop owner gave me tickets to go see this show. It was fun! More

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Dubuque, Iowa
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 29, 2011
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person found this review helpful

Just a great great show! We went with our family and three other families last night. Really enjoyed the sleight of hand, witty banter and his characters. Would recommend this show to anyone without reservation. An evening of family fun, classic magic and lots of laughs. More

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canton
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 27, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

great,great show. well worth the money and spell binding. I'd go again in a minute More

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Galena, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

It was a good show, but was a cold evening and we noticed a lot of seniors were cold until the door was shut and the show began. More

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LaVista, Nebraska
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2011
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person found this review helpful

Carney Magic was full of laughs and unbelievable magic. John Carney is one of he greatest magicians. Your money is well spent when you see his show. More

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DuPage County, IL
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2011
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person found this review helpful

Everyone we spoke with recommended that we see him, but we didn't plan ahead. Got to the ticket office 2 hours before the Sunday matinee but were told it was already sold out. :( He's only there through the end of the month. Wed - Sat nights/Sun matinee More

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Galena, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 15, 2011
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person found this review helpful

What a terrific way to spend the evening. This was a jaw-dropping magic show, with lots of humor and good-natured fun with the audience. Go see John Carney! More

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Urbandale, Iowa
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 12, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Outstanding show! Funny and better than I expected. You won't be disappointed! More

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