Patrick Hubert

Magician, mentalist, ventriloquist, balloon sculptor, and entertainment artist

Anglophone, Francophone, Dutch-speaking

As I like to say, I "fell into magic when I was little". 

For over 40 years, I have been working in the world of magic and ventriloquism, with an approach that combines illusion, humor, audience participation, and wonder. 

Over the years, I have developed a particularly versatile artistic universe, able to adapt to both children and adults, from close-up entertainment to stage performances. 

My specialty: Getting the audience involved to turn a show into a truly shared experience.

Magic can take different forms:

In close-up magic, I move among the spectators and offer experiences directly in the heart of the audience.

Cards, coins, scarves, rubber bands, or everyday objects then become the instruments of close-up magic that create a direct connection between me and the people present.

This form of magic naturally finds its place at:
"Cocktails ; receptions ; weddings ; private parties ; corporate events ; festivals ; family celebrations ; public events, ..."

But I can also move from close-up to stage magic with participatory and humorous acts aimed at the entire audience.

One of my unique traits is my work as a ventriloquist.

By my side, my puppets become real stage partners.

Among them, Gipsy, my stage companion, takes part in this world where humor, dialogue, and magic come together.

Ventriloquism thus adds an extra dimension to my shows.

The audience doesn’t just see a magician anymore.
They also meet characters that seem to come to life right in front of them.

I have a key strength in the field of entertainment :
"I know how to adapt my world to different audiences." 

My services can be aimed at both children and adults, with formats tailored to age, venue, and occasion. 

For the little ones, magic can be combined with balloon sculptures. Dogs, bees, giraffes, hats, crowns, and other creations appear in my hands so the children can take them home as a keepsake of their magical experience. 

For adults, the approach can lean more towards close-up magic, participatory magic, humor, or a full show.

My artistic universe is therefore not limited to sleight of hand.

My activity notably includes:
"Magic; Close-up; Stage magic; Ventriloquism; Comedy; Balloon sculpting; Entertainment"

My own artistic universe also mentions an activity of fortune-telling and card divination, which constitutes an additional facet of my performances.

This versatility allows me to design customized entertainment depending on the audience and type of event.

I work with both individuals and businesses.

My experience includes weddings, birthdays, receptions, seminars, cocktails, corporate parties, family events, and public happenings.

I can also work in more specific settings, like activities for children at professional events.

Some of the companies and institutions listed as partners on my website include Ethias, Peugeot, Plug RTL, BNP Paribas Fortis, Engie, Autoworld, as well as the Royal Palace, Télévie, Lions Clubs, and Kiwanis.

These collaborations show the variety of contexts where my art can find its place.

Beyond sleight-of-hand techniques, what really defines my approach is above all the connection with the audience.  

Magic becomes an excuse to spark a reaction.  

A sense of wonder ; A laugh ; A participation ; A surprise.  

And most importantly, a shared memory.  

Because good magic isn’t just about showing something impossible.  

It makes you want to believe, even if only for a few moments.

Christos Kritikos' presence within "Oneiropolis" brings a special dimension to the collective.

Magic is indeed one of the most natural art forms when it comes to drawing the audience into a world where the rules of everyday life seem to temporarily disappear.

With his experience as a magician, illusionist, and mentalist, Christos contributes to "Oneiropolis" goal of offering more than just a simple show.

Creating an experience... 
An experience where the audience can be surprised, amazed, intrigued, and sometimes even led to question what they think they see.

His place in the universe "Oneiropolis"

Magic ; Illusion ; Mentalism ; Interaction ; Wonder  

Christos Kritikos thus brings to the collective a magic that can fit just as well into a close-up performance as into a stage creation or an immersive experience.  

Because at heart, magic has a unique power:  
"For a few moments, it allows us to believe that the impossible is possible."