An intriguing show of scams & swindles

from a professional cheat

A show of deception & roguish charm!

The saying goes: "Never give a sucker an even break!"

Prepare for an exciting display of mischief, chicanery, poker-faced cheating and a lesson or two in the art of the con.

Nick Stein has a fascination with card cheating, ancient con games and the delicate psychology of the proposition bet. This is a rare opportunity to enter the shady world of professional conmen, grifters and cheats without risk to your purse strings. 

Ever walked past a game of Three Card Monte or a Shell and Pea game and thought: "I bet I could find it"?

Perhaps you’ve found yourself pipped at the post when all-in at a private game and suspected foul play?

This show is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience a front-row glimpse at a master of sleight-of-hand. Set in a beautiful and unique venue with only 13 seats available, expect a thrilling and intimate close-up encounter with a professional card mechanic.

So, brush that chalk mark off your back, come on in and try your luck.

"The con is on!"

Show Details

Date:
18 May ‘24

Start:
19:00

Run time:
45 mins

Tickets:
£24

Venue: The Picture Palace,
New Park Rd, PO19 7XY

Quite frankly - Spectacular!
Charlotte Casebourne, CEO - Theolytics
Truly Astonishing!
M. Ormerod, CEO - UK Supreme Court
AMAZING!
Kumi Spears, Hitachi

FAQs

  • There is no age limit, but the show is aimed at adults.

  • Yes! The show features embarrassment-free interaction with the audience.

  • There is no formal dress code, but what better excuse to get dressed up than a night at the theatre?

  • Yes, there is a bar inside the New Park Cinema where you may purchase refreshments.

  • There is ample parking at the venue.