Teaching & Courses | Thurston Kellar - Dean of The Mystic Arts Academy

A Better Way to Learn Magic

Are you ready for your magic to create more impact?

Do you want your performances to be more creative, more self-expressive, and more moving for your audience?

There is a better way to learn the art of magic than simply buying more "tricks" (which you may never use) and going along with the hype. It is possible to delight viewers and create connections with magic that is more fulfilling for you and your audience.

And this is exactly why Thurston Kellar is drawn to teaching the art of magic.

What Makes Thurston's Teaching Transformational

Teaching is one of Thurston's highest callings, driven by his ability to take difficult or complex ideas and distill them into easily understood lessons that are empowering for students.

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High-Quality Repertoire

Learn high-quality magic routines out of Thurston's own professional repertoire—meaning they will work in real-world performing situations.

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Practical Concepts

Master "practical concepts"—conceptual tools and models that will help you improve the quality of your magic and your overall enjoyment of the art.

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Higher Secrets

Gain detailed understanding of the "higher secrets" of magic, including developing your performing character, building effective shows, and living as a professional performing artist.

Dean of The Mystic Arts Academy

As Dean of The Mystic Arts Academy in Las Vegas—a renowned institution dedicated to the art of magic—Thurston leads transformational programs for serious students of magic.

Within his learning communities, everyone is encouraged to learn and develop according to their deep interests. Students and participants are assured of an experience that is respectful and constructive, filled with an abiding love of the art of magic.

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What Students Are Saying

Transformational experiences from magicians worldwide

Thurston is an exceptional teacher who teaches the whole person in a thoughtful, insightful, and transformative way. Every time I practice, every time I perform, Thurston Kellar is in my head. That's how big a difference he has made in my magic.

Dana Douglas, Los Angeles

In all my fifty-three years of performing magic, I have never had the privilege of working with a more knowledgeable, kind, patient, and skilled teacher of the art than Mr. Thurston Kellar.

Daryl Howard, Dallas

Thurston loves performing magic, but he loves teaching magic even more. At the end of an hour session with him, you'll leave convinced you and your magic were the only reason he woke up that morning.

Henry Grimal, Dallas

Working with Thurston Kellar has been a career-changing experience. Thurston's knowledge of magical effects and sleights, along with his theater training, makes him the ideal choice for anyone looking to develop and improve their character, magical effects, routines, scripting, and staging.

Phil Ackerly, San Francisco Bay Area

Thurston Kellar deeply understands what makes magic happen in an audience's mind. But more than that: he possesses a keen and unique ability to guide performers to their own true magic so they can reveal it with dignity and heart.

Jim Vines, New York

Thurston Kellar is a Master Teacher. He somehow succeeds in boosting your confidence while he gives you the best constructive criticism you could ever ask for.

Butzi, Paris, France

Course Options

Learn through various formats tailored to your needs

The Mystic Arts Academy

Online or in-person courses offered in Las Vegas through McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Immersive programs designed for serious students of magic.

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Private Workshops & Seminars

In-person lectures, workshops, or seminars for magicians in small or large groups. Customized programs for magic clubs, conventions, and special events.

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Teaching Excellence

A Better Way to Learn Magic