The Illusionists – Magic Show Review |
A review by Rachel Flanagan
Photographer: Tyukodi Laszlo
The Illusionists – Live from Broadway has come to Hollywood at the Pantages Theatre to continue to dazzle and amaze audiences with some of the most unbelievable and awe-inspiring performances that have already crushed box office records around the world. This show features seven of the most talented illusionists on the planet each putting their own twist on their illusion specialties. Each performer has had success on their own but the Illusionists put them together for the first time that you just have to see to believe. The collective result is an electrifying presentation of epic proportions that will be sure to delight audiences of all ages. The Weapon Master, Ben Blaque, displays his skills with a crossbow by Terrified is what Andrew Basso, The Escapologist, makes you feel when he performs the famous The Manipulator, Yu Ho-Jin, will enchant the audience with a fascinating performance of “now you s ee it, now you don’t” card tricks but these are not your average tricks. In 2014, he was named Magician of the year by the Academy of Magical Arts. A master of manipulation, Yu Ho-Jin can make a deck of cards appear, disappear and change right before your eyes and complete with a smile ensuring that he is having just as much fun as you are. Disappearing right before your eyes is something that James More, the Deceptionist, masters. The Deceptionist performed a trick on Britain’s Got Talent that impressed viewers so much that nearly 54 Million people have viewed the YouTube video of the performance. You will see this trick live right in front of your eyes during his performance at Pantages. James takes the art of illusion and turns it on its head keeping you wondering where he went, how he did that and what he’s going to do next.
Kevin James, the Inventor, performed an illusion with an audience member on the floor right in front of where I was sitting and everyone around me kept asking, “Did you see how he did it?” when a young girl in the audience helped make a crumpled up piece of paper come to life. He may be a collector of the strange and unusual and he may swing an ax, but the Inventor will always take a moment to remind you that magic and illusions can renew the sense of wonder that you felt as a child and stop and smell the magical roses and enjoy the wintery snow. Dan Sperry, the Anti-Conjuror, is Marilyn Manson meets David Copperfield meets Andy Dick. The Anti-Conjuror is shock, comedy and illusion all mixed into one. With a unique style and unusual act, some of his illusions may not be for the light hearted, like his well-known candy and floss trick, but he also takes a twist on the classic tricks with birds and pulling rabbits out of a hat. This illusionist may shock you into becoming a full-fledged fan. If the eccentric stylings of the Anti-Conjuror do not blow your mind then maybe the hilarious and fashionable stylings of Here are some additional tips for engaging with the show and possibly being a part of the show! Bri The Illusionists live from Broadway is performing at the Pantages Theatre now through March 13, 2016. Come see the mind-blowing spectacular live on stage because like with most illusions, now you see it and now you don’t! http://www.theillusionistslive.com/ |
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Posted By Rachel Flanagan on February 26, 2016 |
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