Sponsor A Student
Charity in Cape Town

Problems such as poverty, crime and the scourge of the HIV/AIDS pandemic have permeated the very fabric of our society, drugs, violence, and are contributing to the general lack of hope experienced by our young people.
Welcome to the Sponsor a Student Initiative.

Our dedicated staff, our ground breaking curriculum and our underpinning ethos understand that each student is different & that every person has an innate sense of curiosity just waiting to be unlocked. Magic is all about excitement, empowerment and transformation and forms the basis of our innovative approach to education. The College of Magic has for over three decades dedicated itself to the upliftment of young people through the art of magic. Good attendance and the ability to perform a 2-3 minute magic effect in an entertaining manner will see these students graduating to Course What’s more, you’ll learn plenty of fascinating impromptu, mentalism, sleight of hand, street magic & stage effects. Additional highlights of the course include a mini stagecraft module with the creative planning and building of your very own illusion being a further focus. On one level, the College of Magic can be described simply as a place where magic theatrical performing arts are taught as an extracurricular activity. The classes in mime, clowning and drama give students an opportunity to express themselves and experiment in a safe, nurturing environment. These courses teach and inspire many students to perform the art of mime and/or clowning professionally and the techniques learned are found to be invaluable in all performance. Juggling has been found to be beneficial for students in so many ways from improved concentration, advanced eye-hand coordination to teamwork and tenacity. The Theatre Production course is open to senior students of the College of Magic. The College of Magic training curriculum provides a broad range of activities including formal training sessions, individual tutorials, rehearsal and research facilites, specialist equipment, visiting guest experts, outings and performance opportunities, to make the learning experience challenging and fun. This fee is all inclusive of tuition, handouts, general purpose and all magic equipment and specialist props needed for the Course. Our class numbers are very limited due to the nature of the training and many of our courses operate on a wait-list basis due to high demand. The College of Magic offers adult courses to those parents interested in learning the art. The College of Magic also holds annual open days, including workshops, to interested people and potential students. As the College of Magic works to a set curriculum, students are encouraged not to miss any lessons. As most courses offer two lesson times, sporting commitments and lessons can often both be accommodated through careful planning. During the first six months, students are encouraged to acquire the clothes they do not already have. What’s more, the College of Magic ethos, the performance opportunities provided and the social interaction with other enthusiasts are invaluable in nurturing a young star. My child is not yet 10 years of age, is there any way their interest in magic can be helped at the College of Magic? As a non-profit organisation, the College is reliant on outside support. The College of Magic fees are set at a nominal amount to enable the training to be available as far as possible to everyone. Some parents find themselves in a position to contribute towards the College of Magic development fund and/or to sponsor another student in need, along with paying their own child’s fees.