Dex?....Dennis? What's the deal?
After decades spent entertaining audiences at events of every kind, the pandemic brought everything to an abrupt halt. Like so many performers, I found myself wondering if the world—and the joy of sharing magic—would ever return to what it once was. I missed the laughter, the energy, and the connection that only live performance can bring.
Then, in the middle of all that uncertainty, a small moment sparked something new. A Starbucks barista misheard my name and wrote “Dex” on my cup instead of Dennis. That simple mix-up felt surprisingly right, and I realized it would make a perfect stage character—a streamlined, lively version of myself. When live events finally began returning, I leaned into that spark, embraced the persona, and relaunched my company as Dex Comedy Magic. My goal was simple: help people reconnect, laugh again, and rediscover a sense of wonder. My friends and family still call me Dennis, but Dex is the part of me that steps into the spotlight.
Experienced at What I Do
I’ve been a professional magician and entertainer for more than 30 years, performing everywhere from intimate living rooms to large corporate events. Those decades have shaped my style and taught me what truly makes an event memorable. My approach blends quick-witted comedy with improvisational magic, all designed to keep people engaged from the first moment to the last.
While close-up magic is my specialty, I also offer a cabaret-style show that works beautifully for larger gatherings. I steer away from typical magic props and instead use everyday objects to create surprising, one-of-a-kind moments. My performances are interactive, clean, and always tailored to the audience—because people shouldn’t just watch the magic; they should feel like they’re part of it.
Offstage
When I’m not performing at restaurants, bars, or private events, I work as a communications educator at the University of Colorado Health Sciences. I teach communication skills to medical students and professionals, and I also work as a Simulation Technician, running high-fidelity medical mannequins for ER and clinical training. It’s meaningful work, and it strengthens the same skills I rely on as a performer: reading people, adapting quickly, and creating genuine connection.
I live in Centennial—just south of Denver—with my wife, my son, two dogs, and one opinionated cat. Outside of performing, I’m a passionate tenkara fly angler and a woodworker who enjoys crafting specialty fishing spools and other handmade pieces in my shop.
Coming Soon!
A Type of Poet.
Over this last year I have been inspired to take personal love of mine and turn it into something outside my world of magic shows. While traveling to Europe this last year I had an epiphany moment when I saw a young man typing poetry out on an old school typewriter. I knew immediately that this was something I wanted to do. So I am in the process of building on that dream. I have purchase a typewriter and I am practicing diligently. I have been writing poetry for myself mostly for the last 10 years. So I am going to take this slow but will be offering some type writer poet services on a separate website under construction.
In the very near future you can visit "TypeofPoet.com" and see if it is live yet. (it currently isn't)
After decades spent entertaining audiences at events of every kind, the pandemic brought everything to an abrupt halt. Like so many performers, I found myself wondering if the world—and the joy of sharing magic—would ever return to what it once was. I missed the laughter, the energy, and the connection that only live performance can bring.
Then, in the middle of all that uncertainty, a small moment sparked something new. A Starbucks barista misheard my name and wrote “Dex” on my cup instead of Dennis. That simple mix-up felt surprisingly right, and I realized it would make a perfect stage character—a streamlined, lively version of myself. When live events finally began returning, I leaned into that spark, embraced the persona, and relaunched my company as Dex Comedy Magic. My goal was simple: help people reconnect, laugh again, and rediscover a sense of wonder. My friends and family still call me Dennis, but Dex is the part of me that steps into the spotlight.
Experienced at What I Do
I’ve been a professional magician and entertainer for more than 30 years, performing everywhere from intimate living rooms to large corporate events. Those decades have shaped my style and taught me what truly makes an event memorable. My approach blends quick-witted comedy with improvisational magic, all designed to keep people engaged from the first moment to the last.
While close-up magic is my specialty, I also offer a cabaret-style show that works beautifully for larger gatherings. I steer away from typical magic props and instead use everyday objects to create surprising, one-of-a-kind moments. My performances are interactive, clean, and always tailored to the audience—because people shouldn’t just watch the magic; they should feel like they’re part of it.
Offstage
When I’m not performing at restaurants, bars, or private events, I work as a communications educator at the University of Colorado Health Sciences. I teach communication skills to medical students and professionals, and I also work as a Simulation Technician, running high-fidelity medical mannequins for ER and clinical training. It’s meaningful work, and it strengthens the same skills I rely on as a performer: reading people, adapting quickly, and creating genuine connection.
I live in Centennial—just south of Denver—with my wife, my son, two dogs, and one opinionated cat. Outside of performing, I’m a passionate tenkara fly angler and a woodworker who enjoys crafting specialty fishing spools and other handmade pieces in my shop.
Coming Soon!
A Type of Poet.
Over this last year I have been inspired to take personal love of mine and turn it into something outside my world of magic shows. While traveling to Europe this last year I had an epiphany moment when I saw a young man typing poetry out on an old school typewriter. I knew immediately that this was something I wanted to do. So I am in the process of building on that dream. I have purchase a typewriter and I am practicing diligently. I have been writing poetry for myself mostly for the last 10 years. So I am going to take this slow but will be offering some type writer poet services on a separate website under construction.
In the very near future you can visit "TypeofPoet.com" and see if it is live yet. (it currently isn't)