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The College of Magic turns ordinary kids into confident, top-hat wearing magicians

Oct 25, 2026 · Julie Bourdin

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The College of Magic turns ordinary kids into confident, top-hat wearing magicians
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Lubelo Mthenjana, who

The students, many from marginalized communities, learn to conjure up candy, do card tricks — and face the world with a confident, creative and resilient mindset.

(Image credit: Tommy Trenchard for NPR)

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