AUGUST 15TH & 16TH 2026 • RUGELEY ROSE THEATRE
THE MAGIC
CONVENTION
"A magic convention with no holds barred."
"A magic convention with no holds barred."
For the first time ever, The Magic Podcast is coming to the stage for a full weekend celebration of magic, creativity and community. Join us for a convention unlike anything else on the calendar. This is where chaos meets world-class magic.
Inside the Weekend of Magic
Learn from some of the most exciting minds in magic today. Six lectures packed with real world material, performance insights, creativity and powerful magic you will actually use.
Two full theatre gala shows featuring world class performers. Expect huge reactions, killer routines and unforgettable performances.
For the first time ever, experience the show recorded live on stage. Craig Petty and Lloyd Barnes bringing their unique energy, insight and chaos to a live audience.
Performers & Lecturers
Announced!
Announced!
Announced!
More world-class names will be announced live on the podcast in the coming weeks… and trust us, you’re going to want to be there.
Orbital lecturers are a brand-new initiative brought to you by the Magic podcast. Orbital lectures will be certain individuals that will be giving small impromptu mini lectures at the bar and hangout areas.
We wanted people to have a different lecture experience than just watching magicians talk to you on stage so if you spot someone wearing an orbital lecture lanyard you can approach them and they will be ready to go to show and teach you some awesome new Magic. These orbit lectures will be announced soon.
We have a dealers hall. A list of full dealers will be published as we update. So far confirmed dealers are:
With more being announced soon.
Craig Petty and Lloyd Barnes have spent years dissecting the magic world, reviewing the best (and worst) of the industry, and building a massive community of creative minds. Now, they’re taking that energy from the screen to the stage.
Rugeley Rose Theatre, WS15 2AA
Gain access through Elmore lane, onto Anson Street, and take a right turn to Taylors Lane.
Rugeley Trent Valley Station: ~20 min walk. (Operating train links from Crewe/Stafford, and from London Euston line → Lichfield, Rugby, Tamworth, etc, and the Birmingham New Street Line).
Rugeley Town Station: ~17 min walk. (Train lines from Birmingham New Street).
The Theatre is approximately a 7 minute walk away from the bus station. Bus station links services from Stafford, Cannock, Uttoxeter and Lichfield.
The closest airport is Birmingham International (BHX). From there, take a direct train to Rugeley Trent Valley station (approx. 1 hour journey).
35 parking bays and 2 disabled bays on site (Via Taylors Lane).
17 parking spaces and 2 disabled bays at Rugeley Town Council (Via Church Street).
5 min walk via Anson Street | 26 spaces | Open all day
1Hr: £0.80 | 2Hrs: £1.60 | 3Hrs: £2.50 | 4Hrs: £3.30 | 24Hrs: £4.50
7 min walk | 130 spaces | Open all day
1Hr: £0.90 | 2Hrs: £1.80 | 3Hrs: £2.70 | Over 4Hrs: £4.50
7 min walk via Forge Rd | 170 spaces | Open all day
1Hr: £0.50 | 2Hrs: £1.00 | 3Hrs: £1.50 | 24Hrs: £2.00
We provide designated Accessible Parking Bays in our car park for Blue Badge holders, ensuring easy access to the venue.
Both the theatre and dressing rooms are all on one level, making them fully accessible for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility.
In the auditorium, we offer a variety of seating options, including ground-level seating (Row G to B) and elevated seating (Row P to H). This ensures that we can accommodate wheelchair users and provide the most comfortable experience for everyone.
Assistance Dogs are permitted in the theatre building. Please alert the Box Office at the time of booking or drop us an email so we can make a note on your order. We politely request that you book a seat at the end of the row in the floor section (Rows G to B). This is to keep the dog as separate as possible from other patrons who may suffer from allergies.
There are several hotels in and around Rugeley. The closest and most convenient for the convention is the Premier Inn, located just a short drive from the theatre.
Book at Premier Inn
Don't miss the most unique magic event of the year.
Limited tickets available for the Rugeley Rose Theatre
Have a question? Drop us a message below or email us at craig@magictv.org.