SleightfulAre Penn and Teller "past it"?
Cavan Booth reviews Penn & Teller's Las Vegas residency, questioning if the legendary magic duo still captivates audiences as they once did. He praises their unique blend of comedy, skepticism, and magic, along with their unmatched stage presence and chemistry. While some routines may seem dated, their mastery of misdirection, audience interaction, and comedic timing keeps the show engaging. Cavan concludes that Penn & Teller remain a must-see act, offering valuable lessons in pacing, scripting, and theatricality for magicians. He also takes the opportunity to promote his own live show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Key points
Penn & Teller's Las Vegas residency is reviewed.
Their blend of comedy, skepticism, and magic is praised.
Some routines may feel dated, but their stage presence and chemistry are unmatched.
Their mastery of misdirection and audience interaction is highlighted.
The show is considered a masterclass in pacing, scripting, and theatricality.
Cavan suggests seeing their performance if in Las Vegas.
He promotes his own live show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.