As a magician and New York Times crossword puzzle constructor, David Kwong has delighted and confounded audiences worldwide. A TED Talk favorite, Kwong regularly speaks to companies and demonstrates the principles of illusion and the science of why your brain is fooled.

Kwong was the head magic consultant for the worldwide hit Now You See Me. His immersive magic and puzzle show, The Enigmatist, has played to sold-out crowds in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

Kwong’s kids’ book of magic tricks, How to Fool Your Parents, is now in its fourth printing with HarperCollins Children’s.

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London! The Enigmatist is making its UK debut this November at the legendary Wilton’s Music Hall — November 24–29. Come be part of the mystery. More info and tickets here.

An immersive evening of enigmas, illusions, and live puzzle-solving — beginning with a puzzle room. After sold-out runs in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington DC, and Toronto, The Enigmatist finally crosses the pond.

Keep your eyes open for additional dates, and subscribe to my Substack for exclusive puzzles and updates.

How to Fool Your Parents

Now in its fourth printing! How to Fool Your Parents is the hit of the magic world. It’s the perfect book for the young, smart, magician. Grab one here or order a signed copy from David.

Within these pages you will learn more than two dozen tricks to dazzle your friends, amaze your family, and confound everyone in your audience.

Sorry, parents!

Reviews

“What a brilliant book! I love it! Ideas to fool your parennn… wait a minute. I AM a parent. Why am I reading this? Set this book down immediately! It’s filled with trickery of the highest order! David Kwong, what have you done?!?” — Neil Patrick Harris, author of The Magic Misfits

“A perfect book for any kid who likes making a little bit of mischief!” — B.J. Novak, author of The Book with No Pictures  

“An irresistible chance for kids to get the inside track on knowledge and power.” — Kirkus Reviews

Game on, Indianapolis! David is stepping into the spotlight at TEDSports Indianapolis — September 9–11, 2025 — alongside elite athletes, sports visionaries, and global changemakers.

David has spoken to and performed for hundreds of companies with his entertaining and enlightening talks on the principles of illusion, influence, command, and the science of getting a step ahead. He also designs custom team-building puzzle events. Click here to learn more.