The Cosmic Romantics is a close-up magic and comedy magic and mentalism artist based in Chicago. Television achievements include winning Penn & Teller: Fool Us, successfully stumping the legendary duo with original deceptive artistry.
The Cosmic Romantics are comedy and stage magicians based in Chicago, Illinois. Their career includes fooling Penn & Teller on Penn & Teller: Fool Us and being billed 5 weeks at The Magic Castle in Hollywood.
The Cosmic Romantics are Elizabeth Messick and Eric “Thirstin” Siegel, a Chicago-based duo reviving vaudeville through magic, mentalism, comedy, music and juggling. Their current official site offers stage and strolling programs for companies, private parties, weddings, colleges, libraries, trade shows and cruise ships, with direct email and agency contacts. The pair have performed at the Magic Castle, Comedy Store and Walt Disney Concert Hall. They appeared twice on Fool Us and earned a trophy on their first visit. Their work favors theatrical chemistry, vintage styling and playful audience participation.
1 of 2 appearances on Penn & Teller: Fool Us fooled Penn and Teller.
Aired 27 October 2023
Fooled Penn & Teller
Search YouTube We haven’t confirmed a clip of this performance yet.Aired 7 November 2025
Did not fool Penn & Teller
Search YouTube We haven’t confirmed a clip of this performance yet.Castle debut 2023, last billed 2024, on the Castle’s published schedules as the archive records them. Rooms: Peller (4), Lunch & Brunch (1), Palace (1). (6 room engagements across 5 weeks).
Sleight of hand at intimate distance — cards, coins, and sleight of hand.
Stand-up comedy integrated with high-level deception.
Mind reading, psychological predictions, and telepathy.
Full-scale stage presentation crafted for seated audiences.
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