David Penn is the world’s leading tech magician, performing exclusively with mobile phones. His modern, interactive style brings a fresh take to live entertainment, creating unforgettable moments that connect instantly with today’s audiences. A Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, David is a multi-award-winning performer and a Member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star — the highest honour in magic.
Starting magic at a young age, David’s career accelerated after winning The Magic Circle Close-Up Magician of the Year. His distinctive approach to illusion later earned him the title of British Champion of Magic after receiving the Zina Bennett Cup for Close-Up Magic from the British Ring of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. Since 2012, he has performed as The Tech Magician, following his memorable Britain’s Got Talent appearance that earned two standing ovations.
David’s act is entirely smartphone-based — phones vanish, glitch, levitate, and reveal hidden messages, producing reactions that are impossible to forget. He has performed for leading brands such as Sony, BMW, Bentley, Tesco, 3M, Time Magazine, and Npower, as well as for Andrea Bocelli, Il Divo, the Sultan of Brunei, and the late Queen Elizabeth II. His television credits include Channel 4, ITV, and the BBC, and he has shared stages with David Copperfield and Lance Burton.
At events, David creates moments of astonishment and connection, whether performing close-up at networking receptions, around tables during dinners, or delivering high-impact stage routines that bring the whole room together. His smartphone illusions are ideal for corporate events, awards nights, weddings, private parties, and brand activations that call for something truly original. Alongside performing, David is a sought-after consultant for television, theatrical productions, product launches and keynote events, having worked with companies such as CISCO, Panasonic, and Procter & Gamble.
Official Feedback From In-Person & Virtual Events
"I'm just thoroughly amazed. Tremendous! Tremendous!" - Sir Trevor McDonald
"That’s the first time I’ve seen an audience on their feet for a magic act!" - Amanda Holden
"Absolutely Amazing! The best I’ve seen" - Sir Steve Redgrave
"That was incredible - I loved it!" - Michael Macintyre
"It is always good to work with professionals, and your enthusiasm and performance on the day made it a 'magical' launch for us all." - Simon, Commercial Director, Amstrad
"The feedback has been AMAZING! Everyone is talking about your performance at our London conference." - Nicola, Vice President, Marketing Global Services, BT
"The illusions were very clever and brilliantly executed. Your stage personality was superb; the show was very funny and the audience of over 200 was totally absorbed and entertained." - Bob, Finance Director, Cable & Wireless Communications.
- Two Standing Ovations on Britain’s Got Talent
- Magic Circle Headliner
- Over 100 television appearances.
- Winner of The Magic Circle Close Up Magician of the Year
- The International Brotherhood of Magicians Close Up Magician of the Year
- Winner of The British Magical Championships
- The British Champion of Illusion
- Headliner of the theatre production – Champions of Magic
How to hire David Penn
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring David Penn for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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