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Magica Gilly
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| Born | April 16, 1996 |
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| Nationality | Italian |
Giliana Flore (Forbach, 16 April 1996), known by the stage name Magica Gilly, is an Italian illusionist with Down syndrome. She is known for her appearances on television programs and several international magic festivals; she has published two books and received various awards for her talent and the social impact of her performances.
Biography
Flore approached the world of magic from an early age, inspired by her father, the illusionist Gabriel. After an early debut on stage, she took part in shows and festivals throughout Italy, immediately demonstrating a natural predisposition for the stage.
Television appearances
- 2019 – Interview and performance on the program Khorakhané on RTV San Marino
- 2019 – Report «10 years of Magica Gilly» on RTV San Marino news
- 2020 – Special Passioni – RTV San Marino
- 2020 – Report by Tele 2000 (Urbino)
- 2024 – Canal Extremadura report – Extremagia
- 2025 – TGCOM24 (11 March 2025)
- 2025 – Sabato in Diretta – Rai 1 (22 March 2025)
- 2025 – Studio Aperto Mag – Italia 1 (26 March 2025)
- 2025 – Uno Mattina – Rai 1 (31 March 2025)
International festivals and performances
- Festival of Leganés (Madrid, January 2019)
- Grandes Ilusiones Festival (Murcia, February 2019)
- Medimagic – Festival Internacional de Magia (Mediona, May 2019)
- San Marino International Magic Festival (various editions)
- Extremagia – Festival Internacional de la Magia de Extremadura (Don Benito, June 2024)
Artistic career
Magica Gilly is distinguished by her original style, with acts inspired by Eastern tradition and modern performances. She has participated in festivals across Europe and initiatives promoting inclusion.
Published works
- 50 giochi di magia per veri illusionisti (February 2021), ed. Carlo Filippini – preface by Mago Forest; royalties donated to ASDEI (San Marino).
- Magica Gilly – La vera storia (January 2024), ed. Carlo Filippini – part of the proceeds donated to Centro 21 in Riccione.
Awards and recognitions
- 2012 – Special Jury Prize at the French Magic Championship in Aix-en-Provence, mentioned in La Revue de la Prestidigitation, no. 592 (Nov/Dec 2012), official journal of the Fédération Française des Artistes Prestidigitateurs.
- 2018 – Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Magic Congress of Central Italy (Tagliacozzo).
- 2022 – “A la Il·lusion” Prize in Bràfim (Catalonia), during the 12th Magic Festival.
- 2023 – Puglia Magic Awards (Gallipoli), awarded to Magica Gilly and her father Gabriel.
- 2024 – EFPM Fair Play Award, presented during the 7th World Fair Play Day (San Marino).