About Dandi the Magician

Dandi the Magician — Shmuel Asraf

Shmuel Asraf, known by his stage name Dandi, is a magician and illusionist from Beer Sheva, Israel, with over 25 years of experience performing on stages across Israel and worldwide.

🎩 My Story

I learned the secrets of magic as a child from international magicians who performed at a club founded by my brother Rafi. Since then, magic became my life. I served in the IDF Nahal Brigade, later worked as a youth movement instructor, and throughout it all — I always performed magic.

🏆 Achievements

  • President of the Israeli Magicians Association (2000–2004) and Honorary President
  • Member of the Israeli Artists Organization (AMI) and Chair of the Audit Committee
  • House magician on the TV show "Tonight Yankale Where?" on Channel 33
  • Appeared on "Eretz Nehederet" (Israeli Saturday Night Live) — Season 1
  • Over 2 million views on TikTok

🎭 Shows

My shows feature stage magic, telepathy and grand illusions, alongside my assistant Alexandra Voloshin. Signature acts include sawing the assistant in half (and thirds!), the escape box, and the surprising jacket trick. I customize every show for the audience — kids, adults, corporate events and weddings.

🎓 Online Courses

Now you can learn the secrets of magic from home! On this site you will find professional video courses for all levels — from beginner tricks to advanced stage performances. All courses are available in Hebrew, Arabic, English and Russian.

📞 Want to Book a Show?

Call +972-50-7700144 or fill out the contact form.