Mat Ricardo author page

Mat Ricardo biography

Mat Ricardo is a British variety performer and writer whose stage career spans cabaret, theatre and street performance. He is known for precision juggling and visual comedy, presented in the classic gentleman-juggler style.

Ricardo is the author of the children’s non-fiction guide The Magic in You, which teaches readers how to develop show skills – from circus and juggling to magic, comedy sets, spy manoeuvres and simple science tricks – while building confidence through practice.

The Magic in You was published in paperback by Faber on 31 July 2025 – ISBN 9780571383962.