Nicole Cardoza is a magician and storyteller who’s redefined Black girl magic through her solo shows and creative collaborations.

Her whimsical and storytelling-driven performances have been featured at the Chicago Magic Lounge, Liberty Magic, Soho House, the Brooklyn Museum, the Hand and the Eye, and other prestigious venues. She has toured the U.S. three times with her unique solo shows and collaborated with Netflix, Google, Patreon, and TikTok.

Her unique magic videos have generated over 1 million views on social media, and she’s been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, and received praise in several local publications.

She’s currently working on a documentary about Ellen E. Armstrong and the role of stage magic in Black womanhood.

Outside of her time as a magician, Nicole leads Magically Me, a company creating magic products and resources for kids. She’s a philanthropist that’s channeled over $3M to grassroots organizations, a consultant in the equity and inclusion space, a published children’s book author, and highly requested public speaker.