Host. Entertainer. Wizard.
Francisco Mousinho creates experiences that sit at the crossroads of comedy, storytelling and illusion.
His work adapts to the scale of the occasion: an impossibility at a dinner table, a moment of wonder shared by a full room, or the elegant guidance of a master of ceremonies.
Each appearance is tailored, but the aim is always the same — to make an event resonate with mystery, wit, and presence. Occasional belly laugh.
Bio
About Francisco
Francisco Mousinho is a contemporary illusionist and performer from Sintra, Portugal, whose work redefines the art of magic with subtlety, theatricality, and wit. While many gravitate toward grand-scale illusions, Francisco focuses on the details that make live performance captivating, creating moments that linger in the memory long after the show ends.
Seasoned Entertainer and an Award-winning magician widely recognized by his peers, Francisco combines insightful humor, sharp wit and creativity to craft original performances. Since graduating in Performing Arts from the Technical School of Technology and Arts of Lisbon (ESTAL) in 2017, he has been developing bespoke content for theatre, cabaret, and corporate events throughout Europe.
Francisco’s versatility goes far beyond magic — ranging from juggling and comedy to storytelling, as well as designing innovative presentations for global brands such as LEGO, Coca-Cola, Lexus, and more.
As the resident Master of Ceremonies for the Maxime Cabaret Show in Lisbon, Francisco brings poise, presence, and a keen sense of wit to every performance. With over a decade of shows under his belt, Francisco has developed a distinctive style that blends class entertainment with audience engagement, ensuring smooth transitions between acts and creating a memorable experience every night.
A finalist on Got Talent Portugal and recipient of the Affirmation Award 2018 for Magician of the Year, Francisco is recognized as one of the most exciting and contemporary figures in live entertainment.
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Close-up Magic
Close-up magic is built for proximity. At a dinner table or in a quiet lounge, Francisco brings the impossible into focus, because it unfolds directly in the hands of participants, the experience feels personal and unrepeatable. It is a form of magic designed for a handful of spectators at a time, yet it lingers as one of the most vivid memories of an event.
Suited for cocktail hours, networking events, wedding receptions, and any moment where guests are standing, mingling, and moving through the space.
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Parlour & Stage Magic
For moments when attention turns to the stage, Francisco presents structured performances that combine theatrical storytelling with striking illusions. These are not grand-scale spectacles but pieces that fill the room with focus — elegant, intelligent, and carefully paced. Each magic piéce weaves into each other, providing a shared experience that unites an audience and punctuates the rhythm of a larger event.
Perfect for conferences, gala dinners, theatres, company parties, festivals, cultural programmes, resorts and hotels, and any gathering where an audience comes together to share a single performance.
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Cabaret & Dinner-Show
Theatrical performance with wit and atmosphere. Francisco’s work in this genre draws on his years as a Resident Master of Ceremonies for one of Lisbon’s oldest and leading dinner-shows, Maxime Cabaret Show.
With thousands of performances for over a decade in this world of cabaret and burlesque, these evenings are masterfully designed to be playful and sophisticated, not only to astonish but to set a tone: mischievous, stylish, and immersive. This is theatrical presence and sharp timing that guide an event with clarity and charm.
Perfect for hotels, theatres, festivals, Speakeasy bars and other evening programmes where entertainment is part of the full dining or social experience.
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MCing & Hosting
An event without a good host can feel scattered. With Francisco at the microphone, every transition becomes seamless, every introduction feels natural, and the audience always knows they’re in safe hands.
Francisco brings theatrical discipline to the role of master of ceremonies — attentive to rhythm, clear in communication, and responsive to the room. He ensures transitions feel natural, speakers are introduced with ease, and the audience remains connected from beginning to end.
He’s witty when you want energy, calm when you need focus, and always tuned to the rhythm of your event.
From gala awards to brand launches, Francisco is the thread that ties your evening together.
Francisco delivered one of the most ‘out-of-the-box’ trainings we’ve had at AstraZeneca. Over three days, he pushed our senior managers out of their comfort zones, helped them confront their habits, and showed them how to create greater impact on stage.
An outstanding experience we look forward to repeating.
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Brand & Product Presentations
Beyond, and including entertainment, Francisco makes ideas tangible through bespoke illusions. Designing presentations where illusion serves the narrative.
A product feature, a brand value, or a campaign message can be embodied in a moment of magic, storytelling, juggling or comedy, transforming abstract ideas into lasting impressions. It is a way of staging communication so that it resonates not only with clarity but also surprise. One that's memorable.
A strong fit for product launches, trade shows, press events and projects where ideas need to be felt, not just explained.
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Consulting & Workshops
Beyond performing, Francisco collaborates with theatre companies, brands, and creative teams to shape experiences that inspire, connect, and leave a lasting impression.
From scripting and directing bespoke illusions for theatre companies and brands, to training professionals in stage presence, storytelling, and crowd work, his workshops bring practical theatrical tools into business and creative contexts alike.
Perfect for companies with creative teams or businesses that want to improve communication, stage presence, or audience connection.
What others say
"An artist, a true host."
SAPO.PT"An excellent actor, full of charisma and elegance."
Walcyr Carrasco (Emmy Winner)"An astonishing and addictive show."
MAGG (Digital Magazine)"F***. I've seen card tricks, but this is not anything like it, at all."
Rui Unas (Comedian)"Endowed with an enviable chameleonic ability, at every cabaret night."
Lúcia Marques (Maxime Hotel, Hotel Director)