one4review | On 31, Jul 2025

If you want an absolutely safe banker for a kids show that throws in a free wand, this is it. It takes a fair bit of confidence to call your show The Greatest Magic Show, but within minutes, it’s clear why they do. This is a riot of energy and entertainment from start to finish. The moment the ringmaster bounds onto the stage, the audience is swept into a world of big characters, big laughs, and even bigger tricks. It’s all a farce, and the purpose of this show, above everything else, is to get the children squealing with laughter, and mission achieved.

Sam and Justin deliver fast-paced, interactive magic with a panto-style sense of humour that keeps the kids giggling and the adults grinning (bring ear defenders). From quirky contraptions to classic sleight of hand and some wonderfully silly pant-based surprises, this is an hour packed with audience participation, infectious energy, and kids leaving screaming “look at this, MAGIC!” as they wave their wands into the air.

It’s polished, playful, and utterly family-friendly. Kids leave buzzing about the magic, adults leave knowing they’ve made a good memory at the Fringe, and together it makes for one of the most reliably fun hours this month.

*****

Reviewed by Matthew
Assembly George Square Gardens-Palais du Variete
13.10 (1hr)
Until 25 Aug (not 14 or 18)