Johnny trained as an actor at The Academy of Live and Recorded Arts (ALRA) in London. While at drama school he performed magic and was noticed by one of his tutors who got him his first paid work performing close up magic at Port Lympne and Howletts wild animal parks during the holidays.

 

After leaving Drama School and between acting jobs Johnny continued performing magic for the Marvin's Magic Company at Harrods and Hamlays Toy Store.

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Johnny moved to New Zealand in 2002 and after a few years working in other professions decided to return to his magic roots and started performing in Kids shows, corporate functions and weddings as Johnny Magic to much acclaim.