Shane Gillen is an illusionist and mentalist from Sligo, Ireland. Described as a ‘young new
master of legerdemain’, Shane has now brought his style of magic and mentalism to
audiences all around the world, with his four prominent stage shows receiving critical
acclaim. Shane’s close-up performances have brought him to some of the most prestigious
events and while living in New York in 2010, Shane was invited to the homes of both Kelsey
Grammar and Denzel Washington to perform for the stars. In addition to that, he has also
performed for Samuel L.Jackson, Lady Gaga and 50 Cent(even appearing on 50 Cent’s own
YouTube channel).
Shane has also talked extensively on his approach to the human
condition, what makes us think certain ways and how easily we can be influenced and
affected. He is currently penning a book titled ‘The Anatomy of Perception’, a title derived
from an earlier TEDx talk he delivered in Dublin.
Shane describes mentalism as a language, and uses that language to negotiate and interact
with people in a way that makes him stand out from other performers. In 2014, Shane wrote
‘Lapse’, his largest show to date which closed to phenomenal success, with Shane receiving
high acclaim from some of Ireland’s most renowned theatre critics. Shane is currently
working on a new stage show for 2017 with plans in development to tour internationally
through 2018.
