Nate Staniforth magician

Nate Staniforth American magician, writer and traveller.

Nate Staniforth is an American magician known for his performances and television appearances. He was born in 1982 and grew up in Ames, Iowa, where he attended Ames High School and later graduated with a B.A. in History and Religion from the University of Iowa.

Staniforth began his career as a magician in Los Angeles and soon gained media attention.

He has appeared on various television shows, including ITV’s “The Next Great Magician” and Harry Connick Jr.’s television talk show “Harry”.
He was also chosen to co-host Season 2 of the Discovery Channel’s show “Breaking Magic”.

Staniforth is also recognized as a writer. His debut memoir, “Here Is Real Magic,” reflects on his journey as a magician and his search for wonder in the modern world.
The book covers his experiences from childhood to his professional career and includes a trip to India where he sought to rediscover his sense of awe.

Staniforth’s work extends beyond performance and writing; he has also given a TEDx Talk and a lecture at the Oxford Union, sharing the philosophical aspects of his craft.

Articles on Nate Staniforth:

Magician, Ames native comes to Temple Theater

A Magician’s Search for Wonder in the Modern World (Update April 2025- article is no longer there)

Videos with Nate Staniforth

For a more in depth look at Nate, here is his website

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Last updated on 2025-04-28