Magician Pete Firman Coming to Barnsley on UK: Your Guide to the ‘Tricks & Giggles’ Tour Dates

Chances are, when someone says ‘magician’, an image of a person in a top hat pulling a rabbit out of it comes to mind. But magic has changed a lot. Now, some of the best magicians are the ones who can make an audience cry with laughter while simultaneously blowing their minds. That’s exactly the world that award-winning comic magician Pete Firman lives in. Fresh from a successful run of shows in 2023, the acclaimed entertainer has just announced a brand new UK tour for 2025 and 2026. This new show from Pete is called ‘Tricks & Giggles’, and it’s set to be an incredible night of comedy and illusion, bringing his unique style from the screen to a stage near you. This magician is ready to hit the road again for an extensive tour.

So, who is Pete Firman?

For anyone who hasn't yet had the pleasure, Pete Firman is a bit of a big deal in the world of comedy and magic. He’s not just any magician; he’s widely known as the UK's top comic magician. His unique style mixes classic magic tricks with a quick wit and perfect comedic timing that has made him a massive favourite with fans all over the country. But it’s not just on stage where Pete has made a name for himself. He's also a huge sensation on social media, with a mind-boggling 6.5 million followers across his platforms. Think about that for a second. That’s more people than live in Scotland! His incredible online presence means millions have seen his short-form tricks and comedy, but his live shows offer a completely different experience.

Beyond social media, Pete has a seriously impressive list of TV appearances under his belt. He has performed on some of the biggest television programmes around, popping up on ITV1’s Tonight at the London Palladium and The Next Great Magician. He's also been a familiar face on BBC1, starring in The Magicians and making audiences laugh on The John Bishop Show and The Sarah Millican Television Programme. More recently, he’s even ventured into acting, with a guest star role in the second season of the hugely popular Amazon series, Good Omens. The sheer number of his television appearances shows just how popular this comic magician really is.

What’s this ‘Tricks and Giggles’ UK tour all about?

The new show is called Tricks and Giggles, which pretty much tells an audience what to expect: a brilliant night filled with, well, tricks and giggles. Pete is bringing his trademark mix of baffling magic and hilarious comedy to theatres all over the UK. The press release promises an evening of impossible feats, mind-bending sleight of hand, and massive laughs from one of the most exciting performers in magic today. After the success of his last tour, TrikTok, Pete Firman is excited to get back out there with a show packed with astonishing and never-before-seen material. It’s a chance to see a master of his craft live and in person.

Pete himself seems absolutely buzzing to get back in front of a live crowd. In a recent interview, he explained what makes a live tour so special.

“What a treat to be touring with a brand new live show, it’s my favourite part of the job. Performing on TV or online is great, but there’s nothing like the buzz of a live theatre audience. I’ve been working on some brand new magic that I know is going to blow your minds! I can’t wait to get started.”

That excitement for the live experience is what sets a theatre show apart. It’s one thing to see a trick on a phone screen, but it’s another thing entirely to be in the room where it happens, sharing the gasps and laughs with hundreds of other people. This UK tour promises to deliver that incredible atmosphere night after night.

From social media star to a stage near you

It’s pretty cool how someone can build such a massive audience online. With millions of followers on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Pete has proven that his blend of magic and comedy connects with people instantly. His social media is full of quick, punchy videos that leave viewers wondering, "How on earth did he do that?" while also making them laugh. This constant stream of content keeps his followers engaged and entertained.

But as Pete mentioned, nothing beats a live show. A 90-minute theatre performance is a world away from a 30-second clip. It gives a performer the space to build a proper connection with the audience, to tell stories, and to perform bigger, more elaborate illusions that just wouldn’t fit on a phone screen. This upcoming tour is the perfect opportunity for his millions of social media followers to see what their favourite online magician can do with a full stage and a captive audience. The ‘Tricks and Giggles’ tour is set to showcase the very best of what Pete Firman does, live and unfiltered.

Catch the show this spring, with a stop in Barnsley

The ‘Tricks and Giggles’ tour is a massive undertaking, spanning across 2025 and 2026. The spring leg of the tour in 2026 is when things really kick into high gear, with dates all across the country. One of the key stops on the schedule is a performance in Barnsley at the Civic Theatre on 23rd April 2026. This gives Yorkshire fans a brilliant chance to see the magician in action. But if Barnsley is a bit of a trek, there are plenty of other dates to choose from. The tour schedule is packed, showing just how in-demand this comic magician is. The announcement in the press release has already created a lot of buzz, with many dates expected to sell out quickly.

Here are the confirmed dates for the 2026 leg of the tour:

• 6th March 2026 – Totton

  • Venue: Hangar Farm Arts Centre

• 7th March 2026 – Newbury

  • Venue: Corn Exchange

• 12th March 2026 – Cambridge

  • Venue: Junction

• 13th March 2026 – Shrewsbury

  • Venue: Theatre Severn

• 18th March 2026 – Andover

  • Venue: The Lights

• 20th March 2026 – Sale

  • Venue: Waterside Arts Centre

• 21st March 2026 – Southport

  • Venue: The Atkinson

• 25th March 2026 – Stafford

  • Venue: Gatehouse

• 26th March 2026 – Lancaster

  • Venue: Grand

• 27th March 2026 – Chorley

  • Venue: Theatre

• 28th March 2026 – Rotherham

  • Venue: Civic Theatre

• 1st April 2026 – Chelmsford

  • Venue: Theatre

• 2nd April 2026 – Winchester

  • Venue: Theatre Royal

• 9th April 2026 – Darwen

  • Venue: Library Theatre

• 10th April 2026 – Hexham

  • Venue: Queens Hall

• 11th April 2026 – Alnwick

  • Venue: Playhouse

• 18th April 2026 – Stockton

  • Venue: Arc

• 23rd April 2026 – Barnsley

  • Venue: Civic Theatre

• 1st May 2026 – Northampton

  • Venue: Royal and Derngate

• 2nd May 2026 – Coventry

  • Venue: Warwick Arts Centre

• 4th June 2026 – Peterborough

  • Venue: Key Theatre