Wes Mathison is a Long Beach native who now finds his home in Chicago. He has spent the past few years touring with Broadway’s best selling magic show The Illusionists. In 2019 he was featured as The Mentalist during a residency at the El Dorado Showroom and Casino in Reno, NV, and in 2021 at The Starlight Amphitheater in Kansas City, MO as well as the Illusionists North American Tour in 2022.

Wes is also one of the most in demand college entertainers. Bringing his one man magic and mentalism show to Colleges and Universities across the United States. When he is not on tour, you can find him at the Chicago Magic Lounge doing everything from Headlining the main stage show, to close-up, sleight-of-hand at the tables for cocktail hour. His career all stemmed from his start in magic at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood CA, where he was one of the youngest magicians to perform in all six of the main showrooms. Including close-up magic for family brunch, to the late night Parlour shows.

Wes’ magic has taken him all over the world. He was twice featured in New York’s longest running off Broadway show Monday Night Magic, and was the crowd favorite at the Amsterdam Magic Show in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Along with that, he has also produced two shows in Pondicherry, India at the Adishakti Acting Laboratory, and Sri Arubindo Ashram School. Wes’ comedic timing, and lively stage presence makes him ideal for any situation. Whether it’s corporate events, television, universities, or a private party in your home, Wes is sure to make it something you won’t forget.