
Keynote speaker
Ben HanlinModern Illusionist and Renowned Television Presenter
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Established£5k – £10k indicative · subject to negotiation
About Ben Hanlin
Ben Hanlin has established himself as one of the UK’s most versatile magicians, with a career spanning over two decades. After building a significant following through digital content, he transitioned into mainstream television, hosting the acclaimed prank show Tricked on ITV2, which earned the title of Best Entertainment Show at the Broadcast Digital Awards. His television portfolio is extensive, including appearances on CBBC, Discovery Channel’s Breaking Magic, and a successful run on the twelfth series of Dancing on Ice, where he reached the semi-finals.
Beyond his television success, Ben is a seasoned live performer who has graced the stage in the West End production of The Illusionists and performed on ITV’s Live at The Palladium. His original solo shows have consistently earned five-star reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Adapting seamlessly to the digital age, he now commands a global social media audience of millions and applies his entrepreneurial skills as the co-founder of a Birmingham-based digital marketing agency.
Today, Ben brings a unique blend of sophisticated close-up magic and high-impact stage illusions to corporate events. He is highly sought after by organisers for his infectious energy and his ability to engage diverse audiences with a professional, charismatic delivery style that bridges the gap between traditional magic and modern entertainment.
On stage, Ben Hanlin is best known for talks on Magic, Entertainment and Television. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Comedy and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Ben Hanlin is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and Presenter & Awards Host, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Ben Hanlin travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Ben Hanlin would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Ben Hanlin?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Ben's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Ben Hanlin cost to book?
- Ben Hanlin sits in our Established fee tier (£5k – £10k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Ben Hanlin speak on?
- Ben speaks on Magic, Entertainment, Television.
- Where is Ben Hanlin based?
- Ben is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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