Ben Hart: HeX

Cabaret and Variety (magic, comedy)

  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

The Fringe's real-life witch is back for his 10th spellbinding year. Internationally acclaimed magician Ben's shows are a unique kind of alchemy. Funny, dark and baffling, Hart's an altogether new species of conjurer... HeX is a curated collection of Ben's favourite and most exciting material from the last decade alongside new ideas fresh from his laboratory, guaranteed to put a spell on you. Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Palais Du Variete and full to the brim with magic, don't miss this chance to catch the star of stage and screen up-close and in real life.

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: Separate Entrance-Front of House will guide audience to the separate entrance. There are 4 steps into the performance space if not taking the accessible route.
  • Wheelchair access type: Permanent Ramp

  • Stairs: 2 - 5
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info


How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

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One4Review (4/5 stars) 4 days ago

It’s an eclectic and fascinating mix.

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Pride Nomad (5/5 stars) 15 days ago

Ben has made it to my permanent must-see list, and I bet he’ll earn a spot on yours as well.

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The Stage (3/5 stars) 18 days ago

As a creator of illusions he excels

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Fringesider (4/5 stars) 18 days ago

Hart is incredibly comfortable on stage and in his abilities, which is evident in his show.

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CurlySue Blog (5/5 stars) 22 days ago

Masterful storytelling, seamlessly paired with mind-bending illusions

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Lisa in the Theatre (5/5 stars) 27 days ago

He has an extraordinary talent as well as the charisma and showmanship needed to seduce an audience. With 'HeX' Hart has created a fast paced, thoroughly entertaining and uniquely spooky magic show that showcases the best of his repertoire.

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Broadway Baby (5/5 stars) 31 days ago

Hart weaves his magic with charismatic storytelling and flair

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World Magic Review (5/5 stars) 32 days ago

Hart is consistently one of the best magicians at the Fringe.

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