Comedy Village NYC Expands Programming with Inaugural Matinee Magic Show Featuring Award-Winning Magicians

Comedy Village NYC will host its inaugural Matinee Magic show at 2pm on September 27th, featuring three of New York's most accomplished magicians. The comedy club, traditionally known for top-rated stand-up comedy performances, is expanding its programming to include afternoon magic shows, providing audiences with a new entertainment option. This strategic expansion allows the venue to reach new audience demographics while maintaining its reputation for quality entertainment, particularly as entertainment venues continue to adapt to changing audience preferences and scheduling needs in the post-pandemic landscape.

Theo Chattra, a New York-based, internationally award-winning magician with over a decade of experience, will bring his highly interactive magic to the stage. Chattra's performances are known for their close-up, personalized approach that creates lasting memories for audience members. His professional credentials include consulting work for AGT and Penn and Teller's Fool Us, among other television programs. Most recently, he contributed to Harrison Greenbaum's "What Just Happened?" which received New York Times Critic's Pick recognition.

Jacob Greenwald joins the lineup with what organizers describe as "truly impossible magic that can't be found elsewhere." Greenwald has performed at prestigious venues including New York's iconic Lincoln Center and Hollywood's historic Magic Castle. Beyond his stage work, he has created magic for notable organizations including A24 and Morning Brew, demonstrating the breadth of his creative contributions to the magic community.

Completing the trio is Charlie Phillips, a New York City-based magician and magic producer known for creating bespoke performances. Phillips is highly sought after for delivering unique experiences that leave lasting impressions on audiences. His international performance experience includes multiple celebrated runs at Hollywood's Magic Castle. Phillips brings a personal understanding of magic's emotional impact, having been profoundly affected by a well-executed magic trick himself, and now strives to recreate that sensation for his audiences.

The afternoon timing makes the experience more accessible to families and those who prefer daytime entertainment options. The collaboration between three distinct magical styles promises a varied experience for attendees, from Chattra's interactive close-up magic to Greenwald's seemingly impossible illusions and Phillips' customized performances. The matinee format also provides an opportunity for magic enthusiasts who may not typically attend evening comedy club shows to experience professional magic in an intimate venue setting. This diversification represents a significant shift for the venue as it expands beyond its traditional comedy focus to capture broader market segments.