Magician
Billy Hsueh
How Billy Got Started
Magician Billy Hsueh has been performing internationally for nearly 20 years. Before he became a magician, he was a barista and developed his first routine through the skills he picked up on his job. Billy mastered sleight of hand and storytelling in his performances, creating unforgettable memories for his audiences. Billy Hsueh has perfected his own style, blending technical precision, humor, and audience connection, which has won him several international magic competitions, including awards as champion of close-up, card, and stage magic. He is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Fun Facts
- Magician Billy has served as President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. He is the second-youngest to hold this role in the organization’s 100-year history.
- Magician Billy Hseuh has performed magic internationally; his notable appearances have been in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Taipei, and Vancouver.
- Magician Billy Hseuh was Canada’s sole representative at the FISM World Championships of Magic in Turin, Italy.
- Magician Billy creates new magic methods that challenge even the most experienced magicians.
Influences & Style
Magician Billy Hsueh finds inspiration in everyday objects and experiences. His goal is for audiences to simply enjoy the experience while also feeling as if they’ve witnessed the impossible. Whether he is performing close-up magic or presenting a full act, Billy’s style is a blend of creative storytelling, comedy, and sleight of hand.
Noteworthy Appearances
(TV, Media, Live)
- Magician Billy has appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us.
- Magician Billy has been featured on NBC, CTB, CityTV, The CW, Peacock, and Amazon Prime.
- Magician Billy is a credited producer on the documentary Lost in the Shuffle.
- Magician Billy served as a magic consultant for NBC’s The Irrational.
Awards & Accolades
- Magician Billy Hsueh was Canada’s only competitor at the 2025 FISM World Championships of Magic (AKA the “Olympics of Magic”).
- Magician Billy Hsueh won the FISM Invention Award for his innovative approach to classical illusion.
Favorite Magic Tricks
Magician Billy Hsueh’s favorite magic trick is Think-a-Drink. It is a classic illusion, perfected with Billy’s innovative approach. He pours audience-requested beverages from an ordinary-looking teapot. This trick showcases Magician Billy’s creativity, technical innovation, and connection with the audience, eliciting astonishment at each performance.