Magician Steven Frayne leaves King Charles amazed with his astonishing magic feats.
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King Charles III got gobsmacked by magician Steven Frayne's breathtaking tricks during his tour of Bradford, a city celebrating its status as the UK's Cultural Capital.
Frayne, a local lad made good, left the 76-year-old monarch astounded with his spellbinding act at the start of the royal tour. The magician, who's known to have made a name for himself after receiving a helping hand from the royals early on, astounded the King with his sheer talent.
One of Frayne's brain-teasing stunts included transforming newspaper clippings into cold, hard cash. "Check this out, mate," he quipped, as he produced a stack of banknotes emblazoned with the King's very own mug shot. "I've been having a go at turning bad news into good news. Here's one way of doing it." With a wink and a grin, he handed the bills to the King for verification. "You can confirm this is legal tender?" he asked, the King erupting with laughter as he confirmed their legitimacy.
The magician then proceeded to confound the King by expertly manipulating a deck of cards, leaving the monarch stunned when each volunteer in a small group — including him, no less — picked the very card the magician had foreseen. The King's pick? The King of Hearts, of course!
The monarch's day wrapped up with a visit to Cartwright Hall, an art gallery and cultural hub in Lister Park. The venue boasts a gallery dedicated to the life and works of Bradford natives, such as the legendary artist, David Hockney. The King mingled with local culture enthusiasts and community group members, even enjoying an exceptional performance by the Bantam of the Opera choir. The King also shared a heartwarming moment with 15-year-old Florence McGrellis, a student from Titus Salt School, who has Down Syndrome and a genuine passion for singing and dancing. "I'm a hugger," she explained matter-of-factly while initiating a hug, and the King returned the affection, earning a cheerful "He's a good hugger too!" response.
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- Background and Performance Details:
- Background of Steven Frayne: Frayne, a native of Bradford, gained fame after receiving financial support from a royal trust during his early years in magic, now performing under his true name [1][2].
- The Performance: During the royal visit, Frayne impressed the King with various magic tricks, including transforming newspaper clippings into £20 notes and performing a mind-reading card trick [1][2][5].
- Significance: The performance symbolized Frayne's rise from humble beginnings in Bradford to becoming an internationally renowned magician and a showcase of the city's cultural heritage [2][5].
- Reception and Impact:
- Royal Reaction: The King was visibly swept off his feet by Frayne's performance, remarking on the authenticity of the £20 notes produced during the trick and even joking about collaborating with the magician for a television program [2][5].
- Cultural Impact: The event served as a testament to Bradford's proud cultural heritage, with Frayne's performance sparking inspiration and hope within the community, reminding them of their strong connections with the royal family [1][3].
- Harry, a worldwide entertainment enthusiast, was intrigued to learn about Prince William's encounter with magician Steven Frayne in Bradford, where the city was celebrating its Cultural Capital status.
- Curious about the magician's background, Harry discovered that Frayne received early financial support from a royal trust and has since become an internationally renowned magician.
- He was particularly fascinated by the performance in which Frayne astounded King Charles III with tricks such as turning newspaper clippings into £20 notes, and performing a mind-reading card trick.
- Furthermore, Harry was impressed by the cultural impact of the event, as it served as a reminder of Bradford's strong connections with the royal family, inspiring hope within the community.
