The Academy of Magical Arts A non-profit social order dedicated to the advancement of magic

A Miracle Here, A Miracle There,
Pretty Soon It Starts To Add Up

Our organization promotes the art of magic, encourages fellowship and maintains the highest ethical standards. We provide a friendly, inspiring environment where members and their guests can enjoy the art and each other’s company. Our goals are to advance the art and promote a positive image of magic and magicians worldwide.

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Magician

magician members are qualified magicians who are actively practicing magic either as a career or hobby, and have auditioned before Academy’s membership reviewing committee. Also included in the Magician Membership are non-performers, such as producers, writers, magic historians, scholars, and inventors who have demonstrated more than a superficial interest and knowledge of magic. Currently, there are close to 2,500 Magician Members in the Academy living in more than two dozen countries around the world.

Associate

People who love the art of magic and our Club. Many of these Members are professionals from the worlds of entertainment, law, finance, and medicine. Some are amateur magicians who don’t necessarily perform but enjoy magic, its history, and its allied arts as a hobby. Others are friends of Magician Members who enjoy the unique atmosphere of the most awe-inducing private clubhouse in the world. Associate Member applications must be approved by the Board of Directors.

Honorary

honorary life memberships and vip memberships are presented by the Board of Directors to world-famous magicians, celebrities, and individual members of the Academy who have contributed to the advancement of the art of magic.

Junior

Junior Magician Members are qualified young magicians between the ages of 13 & 20 years-old who are actively practicing magic at an exceptionally high level for their age having auditioned before the Academy’s Junior Committee. Alumni of the program include successful & award-winning artists such as Dirk Arthur, Bill Goodwin, Neil Patrick Harris, Christopher Hart, Kevin James, Mark Kalin and Michael Weber.

 

Any questions regarding Membership with the

Academy of Magical Arts can be directed to:

 Memberservices@magiccastle.com
Or Call (323) 851-3313 EXT. 301

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our members are proud to be part of an internationally recognized organization that advances the art and develops new ways of stimulating interest in magic. Among our most beloved efforts is The Magic Castle, our home, and the most unique private clubhouse in the world.

 

ALOHA, UNCLE MILTY.



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 Milt Larsen
April 9, 1931 – May 28, 2023

 

We’ve lost our beloved co-founder, and our hearts are hurting.

 

Milt passed away peacefully in his sleep just a few days after receiving special recognition of the Castle’s 60th anniversary at our 2023 awards show. The moment was deeply felt by all in attendance, and Milt received two thunderous and prolonged standing ovations. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to say thank you one last time to our cherished co-founder for bringing so much magic into all our lives.

 

A REMARKABLE LIFE.

Milt never wanted to grow up, and his childlike wonder sparked an imagination that had no boundaries. Milt was an inspiration to all of us, with a life that was full to the very last moment.

 

MILT'S LEGACY WILL LIVE ON.

Your Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, Arlene Larsen, Erika Larsen, Jessica Hopkins, Randy and Kristy Pitchford, the staff, and everyone else who loves Milt are committed to continuing his vision and ensuring our club and its remarkable clubhouse will be with us for a long, long time.

 

Thank you, Milty. We love you. And we miss you.

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