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BIO

Todd has done a wide variety of things during his career . . . a number of them were even legal.



Classically trained as an actor at the American Conservatory Theatre, he has spent a lifetime immersed in American popular entertainment. Todd is a featured performer with Sideshows by the Seashore (at Coney Island), the last remaining sideshow in America. With this show, he eats glass, walks over broken bottles, sticks his hand into animal trap, hammers a four and a half inch nail into his nose, eats fire, swallows swords, breaks a cinder block brick on top of his head with a sledge hammer and blows up a hot water bottle until it bursts.

The most remarkable thing about all this is that it's all real without an ounce of trickery. He has taken these classic sideshow stunts, put his own comic spin on them, and created one of the most amazing and amusing acts in show business.

Todd has performed this one man concert of "deception free amazement" at The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., the Carnegie Recital Hall, at colleges and universities across the country and on the television shows of David Letterman, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Howard Stern and Geraldo Rivera. Todd has been associated with the Big Apple Circus for more than a dozen years (performing in various roles including the ringmaster) and can often be seen playing piano with Woody Allen's jazz band at the Cafe Carlyle. As part of a parole agreement, Todd performs regularly at New York’s longest running Off-Broadway magic show, Monday Night Magic.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Immersive]
McKittrick Hotel Magic Production, 2019
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Performer

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1997
Magician

Productions

 
[Off-Off-Broadway, 1997]
Producer

Writing

Playwright

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Unique Theatrical Experience

Todd Robbins, Carnival Knowledge

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News


SPEAKEASY MAGICK Extends at the Overlook Bar

Speakeasy Magic at the Overlook Bar in Flatiron, home to New York City’s best magicians, has extended their ticket sales. Featured performers include Alex Boyce, Mark Calabrese, Patrick Davis, Matthew Holtzclaw, and more! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Austin McCormick and Sam Urdang Talk COCKTAIL MAGIQUE

Cocktail Magique is the latest show from Company XIV in Brooklyn, combining magic and mixology in one opulent new space. Located down the street from its sister venue, Théâtre XIV, Cocktail Magique Theatre is just as enchanting with a few different tricks up its sleeve.
Review: Magic Is Real At SPEAKEASY MAGICK at The McKittrick Hotel

This original and inventive night of entertainment could leave no person unimpressed or unentertained. SPEAKEASY MAGICK is The End.
DON'T MISS THIS: A VARIETY SHOW SPECTACULAR is Coming to The Slipper Room

In 'Don't Miss This: a Variety Show Spectacular,' eleven of New York's most dazzling variety artists will gather at The Slipper Room, 167 Orchard Street, Monday, May 9 for a variety show to celebrate publication of 'Don't Miss This: A Decade of Eccentric Performing Arts, 2010-2020,' a new, 284-page, hardcover photo book by Jim R. Moore.  
Coney Island USA Announces Congress of Curious Peoples in April

Coney Island USA's Congress of Curious Peoples will be held the weekend of April 1-3. The opening night events will feature performances by magician Eric Walton, sideshow performer and historian Todd Robbins and Coney Island USA's new Artistic Director, Adam 'Realman' Rinn.
VIDEO: Todd Robbins Talks BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The Players Theatre

Live theatre is full of magic even without the smoke and mirrors. But when the story of Beauty and the Beast required something extra to make the audience ask, “How'd they do that?” Literally Alive! Family Theatre called in a true expert in magic: Todd Robbins.
The McKittrick Hotel Announces Extension Of SPEAKEASY MAGICK

The McKittrick Hotel, home of Sleep No More, announced its dazzling experience, Speakeasy Magick, is extended again by popular demand. Tickets are now available for performances through April 2.
The McKittrick Hotel's SPEAKEASY MAGICK Adds Additional Night of Performances

The McKittrick Hotel (530 West 27th Street, NYC), home of Sleep No More, has announced its most enchanted experience, Speakeasy Magick, is adding an additional night by popular demand.
SPEAKEASY MAGICK to Return to The McKittrick Hotel July 23

The McKittrick Hotel (530 West 27th Street, NYC), home of Sleep No More, has announced the return of its most enchanted experience, Speakeasy Magick. Performances will be offered exclusively on Fridays in the hotel’s intimate venue The Club Car starting July 23.
Now Live (and Dead) and In Person TODD ROBBINS' HAUNT QUEST

The building that houses the SoHo Playhouse has been around for about 200 years. So many dark events have occurred there through the years. So many people that had a connection with the building are now dead.
Coney Island USA to Present Virtual Spring Gala April 29

Coney Island USA has announced its Spring 2021 fundraiser, in partnership with musician Jesse Malin and his East Village club The Bowery Electric.
Live Theatre Returns To SoHo Playhouse This April With Todd Robbins's HAUNT QUEST

SoHo Playhouse has announced the return of performer Todd Robbins to their theater with his new immersive experience, Haunt Quest. This will be the first live show staged at SoHo Playhouse since March 2020. 
BWW Interview: Brett Loudermilk's Swallowing For Halloween

This year's semi-finalist on America's Got Talent, sword-swallower extraordinaire Brett Loudermilk will be presenting THE BRETT LOUDERMILK HALLOWEEN SPECIAL Zoomed live online October 29 & 30, 2020. Special guests for this self-described 'CIRQUE DU SOLEIL meets PEE-WEE'S PLAYHOUSE' include Gilbert Gottfried (and other surprise celebrity trick-or-treaters).
BWW Review: Todd Robbins' SPEAKEASY MAGICK Offers Up-Close Acts of Deception

'Magic Speed Dating' is the way the wryly entertaining master of deception Todd Robbins describes the up close and personal showcase he hosts at The McKittrick Hotel, Speakeasy Magick.
2020 Johnny Mercer Writers Colony At Goodspeed Participants Announced

In what has become an annual ritual, a total of 40 established and emerging composers, lyricists, and librettists will converge on the Goodspeed campus from mid-January through mid-February 2020 to participate in the Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Colony at Goodspeed Musicals. The writing teams, representing 15 new musicals, will populate the campus, creating a truly exciting environment for discovery and inspiration.
The McKittrick Hotel's SPEAKEASY MAGICK is Moving to The Lodge at Gallow Green

The McKittrick Hotel (530 West 27th Street, NYC), home of Sleep No More, announces its spellbinding experience, Speakeasy Magick, is relocating to The Lodge at Gallow Green. Performances in the hotel's winter rooftop hideaway begin on December 27.
Mentalist Jason Suran Returns To Summon Spirits At A Historic Chelsea Mansion

Renowned mentalist Jason Suran returns after site specific installations around the country for a fall engagement of THE OTHER SIDE beginning on Wednesday, October 9th.
BWW Exclusive: A Spotlight on Immersive/Experiential Shows

Since the beginning of time, mankind has used theatre as a way to escape. Whether it be from the stress of work, the absurdity of the news cycle, or the monotony of everyday life, from a seat on the aisle, your troubles can disappear at the theatre.
The McKittrick Announces Additional Performance of SPEAKEASY MAGICK

Due to popular demand, The McKittrick Hotel announces the addition of a second, late-night performance of Speakeasy Magick on Saturday evenings, starting June 1.
McKittrick Hotel Announces SPEAKEASY MAGICK

The McKittrick Hotel (530 West 27th Street, NYC), home of Sleep No More, announces Speakeasy Magick, a spellbinding new experience featuring the city's top magical talents. Performances will be offered in The Club Car on Thursdays at 8pm, Fridays at 7pm, and Saturdays at 8pm starting April 4.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Todd Robbins written?

Todd Robbins has written 2 shows including Carnival Knowledge (Creator), Play Dead (Playwright).

What awards has Todd Robbins been nominated for?

and Unique Theatrical Experience (Drama Desk Awards) for Carnival Knowledge.

What awards has Todd Robbins won?

Todd Robbins has won the Unique Theatrical Experience award at the Drama Desk Awards for Carnival Knowledge.

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