Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing another new performer for the 2023 Melbourne Magic Festival: Patrick Spencer. Originally from Indonesia but now based in Hobart, TAS, Patrick had much to share about his show “The Honest Liar”. Patrick’s show will only be on for one night only, so be sure to catch him before he disappears.

1. Describe your show in 3 words: Funny, Emotional, Simplistic
   
2. Tell us about your show title – it is quite a contradiction in terms!
   This show title came from a question asked by a friend. He asked me to explain what a magician is to those who have never seen one and the first thing that came to my mind is Honest Liar. Because we magicians basically “lie” to our audience but we are honest about it, hence the show title “The Honest Liar”.
   
3. Tell us about yourself and your magical background.
   I’m originally from Indonesia and have been staying in Australia for the last 10 years. As a kid, my father loved magic so much and loved performing party tricks to me and my friends every chance he got. He also took me to magic shows and taught me a trick or two, so I’ve been exposed to magic ever since I was a child. But I have never seriously pursued magic until 3 years ago when I finally realised that I actually love this art and I want to learn more about it. It was also the same time as the first wave of COVID and during those months of lockdown I decided to actually start learning magic properly. I started getting some books, watching some tutorial videos and long story short, I started performing to friends and family until I finally got hired to perform in various kinds of events.
   
4. Why should audiences come and see your show?
   I love to tell a story and this show, “The Honest Liar” tells a journey of how this little awkward and nervous kid can be the performer that he is now. So for those who want to experience this journey, come with me and I’ll be your guide.
   
5. What are you most looking forward to at the 2023 Melbourne Magic Festival?
   This year’s Melbourne Magic Festival does have a lot of amazing events to look for, Mario Lopez’s lecture and show is definitely one of them since he is one of my idols as a magician. To be able to meet other magicians, learn from them and share experiences with them is the main thing that I most look forward to. I met a lot of amazing magicians in last year’s Melbourne Magic Festival and I just know that this year will not disappoint.

Patrick is performing “The Honest Liar” for one night only so see him before he disappears! Tickets available here.