Discover the Magic Behind Our Classes
How It Works
Bring the Maryland Magic Academy to your school!
Our program runs in 6–8 week sessions, one hour per week, and includes all materials and magic supplies. Perfect for after-school enrichment schedules.
About Mike Perrello
Mike Perrello’s Maryland Magic Academy brings the wonder of magic to after-school enrichment programs throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
Mike’s magic classes aren’t just about learning tricks—they’re designed to help children build confidence, develop creativity, improve presentation skills, and have fun while learning.
A full-time professional magician and educator, Mike has performed thousands of shows for schools, camps, and family audiences across the region. With over 15 years of experience teaching and entertaining, he understands how to connect with children in a positive, engaging way that leaves a lasting impression.
Through his Maryland Magic Academy, Mike introduces students to the secrets of magic in a supportive and exciting learning environment—where every child feels like a star.
DO YOU RUN AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM?
Our Magic School is the perfect ending to a school day.
If you are looking for a way to engage children in a fun and educational activity, our program is an exceptional choice. Magic is a great tool for building self-esteem, character, and the social skills that are essential in the world today. Using magic tricks is a painless approach to teaching problem-solving strategies and even incorporating science and math so cleverly that kids don’t even realize they’re learning!
Our “After” School Magic Classes provide everything you need: entertainment, education, magic tricks, and hands-on instruction.
We Teach Life Skills in What We Call
8 Qualities of a True Magician
Respect
True magicians treat their audience, their props, and fellow performers with care. Students learn to listen, take turns, and show appreciation for others’ performances—because respect is the foundation of every great magician’s reputation.
Wonder
Magic begins with a sense of awe and curiosity. Students learn to see the world through the eyes of their audience, discovering how to inspire amazement and remind others that the world is full of possibility.
Confidence
Confidence helps every magician shine. Students practice introducing themselves proudly, speaking clearly, and performing with excitement. Through repeated “Power Practice” sessions, they build trust in their skills so they can relax, have fun, and share their magic with others.
Focus
Magicians know that attention to detail makes the impossible look easy. Students learn how to stay present, listen carefully to instructions, and keep their minds on the moment—whether they’re learning a trick or performing one.
Kindness
A magician’s goal is to make people smile. Students learn to encourage others, celebrate classmates’ successes, and never spoil a trick for someone else. They discover that kindness is the most magical trait of all.
Practice
Every performance becomes amazing through preparation. Students learn that practice isn’t just repetition—it’s about setting up properly, knowing what comes next, and improving a little each time. Being ready builds confidence and professionalism.
Showmanship
Magic is more than tricks—it’s a performance! Students explore how to use their voice, gestures, and expressions to make every trick exciting. They learn that great magicians tell stories, connect with their audience, and make every moment feel special.
Generosity
Magic is a gift meant to be shared. Students discover that by performing for others, they give joy, laughter, and inspiration. True magicians perform not for applause, but to share happiness and wonder with everyone around them.
The experience of magic is created only by performing for and interacting with other people. By applying these eight key qualities of a true magician, the magic performance will be stronger. More importantly, the same qualities can also build a successful life. Most often in magic, as in life, what you do is not as important as how you do it.
Every kid will have fun developing these skills – GUARANTEED!
YOUR STUDENTS WILL:
- Learn Fun and Exciting Magic.
- Learn Life-Skills and Development Principles.
- Receive a super secret handout for each lesson (featuring bonus tricks and lessons in magic history).
- Receive a new magic trick prop at every class that goes with each lesson taught.
- Fun and interactive games.
- Each class kids create their own tricks with household materials.
- Get the chance to perform their magic in front of the class — building confidence and stage presence in a fun, supportive environment.
What Do Parents Think?
These are REAL QUOTES from parents of students that have graduated from the course:
“My daughter has never been more excited to come home and show me what she’s learned!”
~ Joy Skinner, Parent
“I can’t believe what this program has done for my child without them even realizing it.”
~ Cheryl Tripp, Parent
“Every week we’re treated to a magic show. This has boosted my daughter’s confidence so much!”
~ Sharon Chadwick, Parent
“The way you guys run your programs and the things taught that these kids get, is how life skills should be experienced.”
~ The Spaller Family
“I can’t say enough about this program. It’s perfect for my son.”
~ Deb Stauss, Parent
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
“What is Maryland Magic Academy?”
Maryland Magic Academy is a fun, interactive after-school program where children learn amazing magic tricks while developing confidence, creativity, and communication skills. Each lesson is designed to help students grow on stage and in life — all while having a blast learning the art of magic.
“How does Maryland Magic Academy teach these traits?”
“Will learning magic really help kids develop social skills?”
communication flowing between the performer and the people watching that is unique to magic. We’ve developed a system that will insure every child gets to perform for someone, several times, in the positive, nurturing classroom environment.
“My child is really shy. Will he be able to do this?”
“My daughter is interested in magic. Will this be appropriate for girls?”
“My son has already learned some magic from YouTube, will this still be appropriate for him?”
“My child has never done magic before. Will they be able to do these tricks?”
“Will the tricks learned ACTUALLY fool adults?”
“My child has never expressed interest in becoming a magician is that ok?”
