This Sunday on Magic Tonight

Among the things that distinguish me as a truly unique entertainer — such as the fact that I have performed in both East Gwillimbury and West Gwillimbury — is the fact that I have performed with both of Canada's tallest*magicians. The first is, of course, Tyler Wilson, whom I joined for our show Illusions of Grandeur in 2013. The second is the virtuoso sleight of hand performer Brian Roberts who will be joining me this Sunday on Magic Tonight.

* It's actually fairly difficult to tell which one is taller since one of them has the odd propensity for wearing high heels and the other is so hyperactive he won't sit still long enough for anyone to properly measure his height.**

**It's possible that not all of the words used in this sentence are an accurate representation of reality.***

***But then what do we really mean by real anyway?

Magic Tonight happens every Sunday night in the Crimson Lounge (inside The Cage 292) in Downtown Toronto. The show starts at 7:00 PM but you can join us early for dinner at 6:00. Readers of the blog can use the code secrets when purchasing online for an extra discount.

Jan 11 Roberts

Last week on Magic Tonight

If there's one problem our shows have had over the years, it's been performers who share the same name. We've had to content with a ridiculous and confusing number of Jeffs, Jameses and Davids. Last Sunday on Magic Tonight, we had two Chrises (Mayhew & Westfall) performing simultaneously giving a sneak preview of their forthcoming two-person show Sketchy Magic. It was a fun, interactive and extremely strange evening. Stay tuned for more news about the full expanded event.

Magic Tonight happens every Sunday night in Toronto at the Crimson Lounge. Readers of this blog can use the code secrets for a special discount when buying online.

Photos by the irritatingly photogenic Keith Brown.

This Sunday on Magic Tonight

Back by popular demand... lots of popular demand... the comedic duo of Chris Mayhew & Chris Westfall with their combined extravaganza of silliness, magic, mayhem and mild insanity Sketchy Magic. If you have a chance to join us this Sunday (after you've recovered from all of your New Years celebrating!) it's going to be an unbelievably fun night. These gentlemen are amazing, astonishing and amusing! Magic Tonight happens every Sunday night at The Crimson Lounge inside The Cage 292 (College & Spadina in Toronto). Tickets are available at www.magictonight.ca. Readers can use the code secrets for a discount on tickets and dinner.

Jan 4 - Sketchy Magic

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Last week on Magic Tonight

We had a rare public performance from Ben Train. In the years (!) that I've known him, I've really only seen him perform close-up magic. So to have him up on stage for our last show of our year was a most interesting and entertaining departure.

And the best part - Ben will be back on Sunday, January 25. So if you missed your chance to see him last week, there is still hope! Tickets are available online. Readers of this blog can use the code secrets for a special discount on checkout.

Jan 25 Train

The Conjuror Returns

David Ben is one of my favourite magicians alive (and I don't just say that because of the stack of incriminating photos he keeps hidden away!) After Christmas, Magicana is bringing his show The Conjuror to Soulpepper. The Conjuror was originally written by David Ben & Patrick Watson in the 90s and continues to evolve and magically reappear periodically. The run was just extended because the first ten shows were nearly sold out. So if you'd like something fun and truly magical to do during the holiday you can check out The Conjuror with the whole family. Tickets are available at www.SoulPepper.ca.

David Ben discussing The Conjuror on Michael Coren's The Arena

This Sunday on Magic Tonight

This Sunday's Magic Tonight features a very special guest and most dear friend; Ben Train. Ben rarely ever performs for the public. He spends most of his time consulting and creating magic for other magicians. He is the co-founder of Five Academy, which produces instructional resources for magicians around the world. He's also given numerous talks for magic societies across Canada, the US and parts of Europe. We're eager to see what super secret stuffs he's been working on! Sunday, December 28 at 7:00 PM. Come early for dinner at 6:00. Tickets are $20 online at www.magictonight.ca.

We're upstairs in the Crimson Lounge at 292 College Street right near Spadina.