Dining for Dignity

This fall, I’ll be appearing at a special fundraising gala to benefit adults and seniors with disabilities and their families, organized by ESS Support Services. The evening also features former Blue Jays radio broadcaster Jerry Howarth and singer Michael Vanhevel.

Sunday, October 20, 2019
Panemonte Banquet & Convention Centre
(220 Humberline Drive, Etibocoke
Tickets $90

From ESS Support Services:

Join ESS Support Services for an entertaining evening of live Music, Magic and Fundraising!

Our 12th annual Dine for Dignity Fundraising Gala will be an evening to remember. We'll be bringing a touch of magic this year with a special performance by Magician James Alan and Singer Michael Vanhevel. Back by popular demand is Jerry Howarth, known as the radio voice of the Toronto Blue Jays before recently retiring after 36 seasons, as our Master of Ceremonies.

Our Gala will feature a 4-course banquet dinner with complimentary wine on the table, silent auction, live music, magic and plenty of prize draws.

By purchasing a ticket you are helping seniors, adults with disabilities and their families access essential programs and services that help them with daily living and to remain independent in their own homes and community.

For more information Gala sponsorship and silent auction donation opportunities, please visit the FAQs section below.

Event hashtag: #D4Dgala

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/esssupportservices/

Twitter & Instagram: @ess_seniors

To learn more about ESS and the work we do, please visit our website: www.esssupportservices.ca.

Magic at the Marienbad

I will be appearing in London, Ontario, at the Marienbad. This is a monthly performance series that blends magic and comedy with dinner and drinks. I’ll be appearing alongside Corbin the Charming Cheat and the legendary Canadian comedy performer Glenn Ottaway. (Glenn appeared on my show Magic Tonight several times and despite officially being “retired” he is always a joy and a delight to watch perform!)

Cocktail hour begins with some mingling close-up magic (along with a cash bar which features over 80 varieties of beer) followed by the show at 7:00. Advance tickets are $17, or $20 at the door.

 

Newest Trick In The Book - Grumpy Old Men Edition

This week, I will be guest hosting The Newest Trick In The Book. This weekly magic open-mic, put on by the Toronto Magic Company, is now in its third season. I’ll be joined by some friends: Mike Carbone, Dr. Sammy Jakobowicz, Glenn Ottaway and Wes Zaharuk. This is going to be a fun evening of magic, comedy and the unexpected. The goal of the show is to provide a safe place for magicians to experiment with new material. It can be a rare opportunity to see something which has never been seen before, or a chance to see everything go horribly wrong.

Newest Trick is free to attend, but you can reserve tickets online to guarantee yourself a seat.

Mike Carbone

Glenn Ottaway

Wes Zaharuk

Dr. Sammy Jakobowicz

 

Photos from Magic & Martini in Toronto

Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s sold out Magic & Martini at Sute 114. Here are some photos form the evening courtesy of Patrick Nemeth.

There are a few chances left to see the show. Readers can use the secret code olive for a discount on tickets reserved online.

Magic Tonight at the Social Capital

Coming up September 14, we’re having a Magic Tonight revival!

For three years (2013-16) I had the pleasure of hosting a weekly show in downtown Toronto (and occasionally in Mississauga, Oakville and Pickering). It was a wonderful collaborative endeavour where each show featured a different guest and it gave me the ability to work with a wide variety of different performers; from magicians, to mentalists to unusual sideshow performers; from seasoned world travelling professionals to novices finding their footing on stage. While there are currently other opportunities we do sometimes get together to share some magic and mystery for old times’ sake.

This time we’re back, sponsored by the Soul City Social Club at the Social Capital Theatre (Danforth & DVP) for one night with two of my favourite guests from the show; both dear friends and wonderful performers.

Nicholas Wallace

A magician that conjures with the thoughts of his audience, he plays with luck, strange conspiracies and occasionally talking to the dead. Recently featured on America's Got Talent and Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Nick Wallace may seem sweet and innocent, but he is the devil; pure evil wrapped in Mr. Rogers' sweater. Come and see one of Ontario's foremost purveyors of astonishment.

Ben Train

Ben Train is like a magician, but for real... whatever that means. He has performed across Canada, the US and Europe. Locally he is a feature performer at Dave & Busters where he presents his show Weirdo, he is also the host and producer of the acclaimed Art of Magic.

So please come and join us for an amazing night of fun and magic. Tickets are available below.

 

Mystery & Magic with Beyond Mental Borders

Later this month, I will be appearing at The Rec Room in An Evening of Mystery & Magic featuring the mind reading duo Beyond Mental Borders. The Rec Room, located near the SkyDome (or Rogers Centre… if you insist.) It’s stocked with arcade games galore and multiple restaurant and bar spaces. This performance is in their main theatre which offers full dinner menu & bar service so you can come and eat as you enjoy the show.

Sunday, August 18
8:00 PM (Doors open 7:00 PM)
The Rec Room
(255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto)

“Located at Roundhouse Park in downtown Toronto, just steps away from the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Air Canada Centre and Billy Bishop Airport.

The Rec Room redefines the meaning of fun with over 40,000 sq. feet of great games, mouth-watering eats and amazing entertainment, all packed under 1 roof!

The Rec Room is the place to let go, be playful and experience something new and exciting. We’re Canada’s premier “eats & entertainment” hot spot, and we’re taking Toronto by storm!

With Canadian-inspired cuisine, virtual reality, video & redemption games, live entertainment, and more, The Rec Room is the ultimate gathering place to grab a pint, host an event, or just play.

Your new social playground has arrived!”