I was also fortunate to be able to train with three of the masters of magic in Las Vegas. Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger and Lance Burton. This elevated my magic to a whole different level and expanded me as a performer and entertainer.
Photo above. Left to right: Eugene Burger, Neill Drennan, Jeff McBride
Paul Daniels dominated magic in the 70’s and 80’s and I was lucky enough to study with Paul in Leeds. Paul was my inspiration for turning professional.
Just down the road from Vegas in L.A. is one of the best places for close#up magic.
My magic and performance has also been strongly influenced by: