The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic, Hot Springs: Hours, Address, The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic Reviews: 5/5
The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic
The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic
5
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Patricia C S
2 contributions
Fun Family Night
Nov 2021
I loved the theater it was like walking back in time. Maxwell was a really neat and talented guy. We laughed and smiled the whole time. He kept us guessing how he did the things he did. Great experience.
Written November 29, 2021
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Amy H
7 contributions
Magic with variety!
Nov 2021 • Family
Super fun experience at this restored theater! Bar for adults and snacks, popcorn and soft drinks for the kids….Maxwell was great with the audience - very interactive! Fun and entertaining :)
Written November 28, 2021
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Porpex
New York City, NY38 contributions
Sadly, rather dreadful
Nov 2021
Poor Maxwell Blade must be feeling bored or disengaged during his long Hot Springs run. The show was no less than tragic; too little camp value to be outrageous, and too much ineptitude to call it a bona fide magic show. Max wandered around the stage a tad aimlessly, half-heartedly executing small-scale tricks which were often hard to see from the audience. He dropped props, mumbled his way through a few tired routines, and - when the mood struck him - wailed a few Elton John tunes with no apparent context. On more than one occasion - like a highly-touted escape trick - his illusions actually backfired, and you could see his furtive assistants, frantically trying to hide during the sequence. Don't get me wrong; Maxwell Blade seemed affable and semi-amused at his own jokes, but the entire evening plodded along pretty damn aimlessly. When he announced - after 95 minutes in what was billed as a show with a total running time of less than two hours - that he was taking an intermission, we were flabbergasted. We felt certain the show was over. But no! There was more to come. Disheartened and feeling more than a little ripped off, we opted to skip the second act and returned to our hotel for some urgently-needed nightcaps. The bartender who hoisted and flipped liquor bottles to make our cocktails demonstrated more flair and mastery of sleight-of-hand than we caught at the Malco Theater. Sigh.
Written November 27, 2021
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DJ F
1 contribution
Amazing magic!
Nov 2021 • Family
I went into this without knowing what to expect. It turns out my family and i were all super impressed. Definitely a must do if you're ever in Hot Springs.
Written November 27, 2021
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1b1gRich
Frisco, TX4 contributions
Hot Show in Hot Springs
Nov 2021 • Couples
Very interactive and creative magic show. Captivating and entertaining. Great as a date night or family activity. Maxwell is very funny and musically talented too.
Written November 26, 2021
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Michael H
1 contribution
A great show for all ages; full of sights and sounds and surprises
Nov 2021
Maxwell Blade engaged with the audience terrifically! A very talented, sincere, and genuine performer. The show was much more than I expected, a great value for money and a truly awesome experience.
Written November 23, 2021
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Natasha
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Fun Time!
Nov 2021
Really enjoyed the Maxwell Blade show. Mr. Blade was entertaining, funny, and performed some really impressive magic tricks! I would recommend this show to anyone visiting Hot Springs. Just FYI, they sell snacks and beverages (both alcoholic and non). This show will be five stars when they work out the mic sound quality. There were parts that were muffled and we couldn't always hear in the first half, but it seems they figured that out and the second half was better.
Written November 8, 2021
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Michele J
2 contributions
Fun night
Nov 2021 • Friends
It was a fun show. I have not seen a magic show before. I was definitely intrigued by Maxwell Blade. Will most certainly go to more magic shows
Written November 8, 2021
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Retired to travel
Osage Beach, MO64 contributions
Very disappointing, Don’t waste your money.
Oct 2021 • Couples
This show was highly recommended so we went. Got there about 35 minutes early and they had red lights on the ceiling shining down on you the whole time. The whole theater was painted black. It was making my eyes burn. The pre-show music was seriously load and not clear. Then the show was about 20 minutes late starting. The singing was awful, the piano sounded like an electric static machine. The magic was just ok. The only part that was interesting was when the kids were on stage. Very disappointed in everything that went on. We left at the break. Waste of money.
Written October 25, 2021
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Karin F
Irving, TX38 contributions
Wonderful show in Hot Springs
Oct 2021 • Family
Great show! Very entertaining. Maxwell blade is very talented, great magician, talented musician and funny. We all had a wonderful time at this show.
Written October 24, 2021
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How much is the show
cows042002
Terrell, TX14 contributions
12 and under $20.50
Adults $24.50
Seniors $22.50
Is the magic "scary?" I want to bring my 7 year old but I would also have to bring his 5 year old brother who frightens easily. Thanks in advance!
Anazeteo
Hot Springs, AR1,256 contributions
It’s a fun show for all ages!
Angela M
Paragould4 contributions
What will be playing Aug. 3 - 5? What are the admission prices?
Beverlee R
North Richland Hills, TX254 contributions
It's a magic and illusion show. It's always the same show. It last and hour and half. He'll also sing two Elton John songs. He also has audience participation. Admission was $24.50 adults and $18.50 kids. You'll have to call for tickets, no way to purchase online. Do not buy tickets to his Curiosity exhibit. They'll say it like Ripleys believe it or not! It's awful.
Catharine
Burleson, TX
How long before the show should we arrive for good seats? The site says an hour, but I'm seeing that it fills up very quickly.
Mary P
Sherman, TX13 contributions
An hour is best. After you get your seats you can leave something to hold your chair if you wanna order from concessions, use restrooms or just look around.
Terry G
London, United Kingdom105 contributions
What days is it on, what is the entrance fee and can you book?
Any help would be greatly appreciated !!
Terry Gunner
annawA3283QY
Hot Springs, Arkansas14 contributions
Maxwell usually has all shows on Fridays and Saturdays. He does have a website for reservations, but you can buy tickets at the door one hour before show time. Tickets run about $20.00 for adults and $15.50 for kids. You will love the show!
Frequently Asked Questions about The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic
- The Maxwell Blade Theatre of Magic is open:
- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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