For Immediate Release
Press Contact: Angie Bertucci
805.679.6010 / abertucci@lobero.com
Tickets: Lobero Box Office
805.963.0761 / lobero.com
Lobero LIVE presents
IT’S MAGIC!
Saturday, April 2 at 2 PM & 6:30 PM
• America’s longest-running magic revue celebrates 60
years of comedy and magic
• Each year is an all new show with top magicians from all
over the world
Santa Barbara, CA, March 22, 2016 – America’s longest-running magic revue returns to
the Lobero to dazzle audiences with an all-new lineup of top illusionists direct from
exotic showrooms and Hollywood’s famous Magic Castle. Lobero LIVE is proud to
present It’s Magic! on April 2 at 2PM and 6:30 PM. You won’t believe your eyes as top
magicians perform incredible feats, from jaw-dropping sleight of hand and off-beat
comedic magic to mind-boggling full stage illusions. This one-of-a-kind magic show that
has been delighting magic fans for more than five decades, and is sure to be a treat for
the whole family. This year’s lineup features magicians carefully selected to showcase
the many nuances and craft of magic.
“It’s a must for magic buffs of all ages!” ― L.A. Times
It’s Magic! appears at the Lobero Theatre on April 2 at the Lobero Theatre for two
performances. Tickets are on sale now at the Lobero Theatre Box Office, Lobero.com,
or by calling 805.963.0761. Tickets are $20 for children, and $29 section B/ $35 section
A for adults, with a limited number of VIP tickets available at $80. All prices include
facility fee. VIP tickets include priority seating, and entry to a private reception before
the 2 PM performance.
Get your tickets today, before they disappear…
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About It’s Magic!
The tradition of an all-star magic show started in 1956 when two young entrepreneurs,
Milt Larsen and Oliver Berliner, produced a show called Hocus Pocus ‘56. At first, the
shows played for a very limited time only, but as the number of fans grew, the number
of performances was expanded. This gave Larsen the idea of forming a full-time private
club for magicians and magic enthusiasts, and thus was born the Magic Castle, a
private club for magicians and magical enthusiasts that opened its doors in 1963. Terry
Hill, a longtime Magic Castle member, made the point that although magicians could be
seen throughout the year at the Castle, the public rarely had a chance to see these
great performers. Also, the Castle had stage limitations and was restricted to audiences
over twenty-one years of age. There was a real need for an exciting full evening familyfriendly show like It’s Magic!
CHRIS BLACKMORE
Chris Blackmore is an Award Winning Comedian and Magician. A featured entertainer
at DisneyWorld, Chris performs worldwide on Television, Casino Showrooms and
Luxury Cruise Ships, and has been headlining Warren and Annabelle’s Magic Club in
Maui, Hawaii for over eight years. Fast paced and funny, be prepared for “The Quickest
Wit in Magic…” Chris Blackmore.
HENRIK BOTHE
A native of Denmark, Henrik began entertaining at an early age once he was
mesmerized by plate-spinning acts on The Ed Sullivan Show. He ultimately attended
Aahus Theater Academy to focus on the performing arts. Henrik got his professional
start in Europe in the 80’s comedy duo “Twist and Shout.” After relocating to San
Francisco, Henrik was introduced to the world of Improvisational Theatre. In the early
90’s Henrik moved to Seattle and headlined as an entertainer for all major cruise lines,
developing his well-known “Neonman”, a glow-in-the-dark optical illusion that has taken
him all over the world for TV appearances and is now a major component in his show.
That was also when Henrik recreated his plate spinning routine. Performance highlights
include appearing on Garrison Keillor‘s A Prairie Home Companion where Garrison
exclaimed, “Henrik is one of the few jugglers that have ever succeeded in performing on
the radio.” Henrik has also made appearances with Jay Leno on The Tonight Show in
Las Vegas at Ceasar’s Palace and on Europe’s most widely viewed variety show Le
Plus Grande Cabaret du Monde in Paris. Today Henrik performs physical comedy as a
professional entertainer for corporate, local and national events. When Henrik isn’t
performing solo he either tours theaters in the US with Woody Keppel in “Foolz,” a duo
show for all ages, or performs with Steve G as “The Bellini Twins”.
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DAVID & DANIA
Together, David Maas and Dania Kaseeva present one of the most original and
astonishing magic acts ever seen on stage or in the ring since the days of the legendary
Italian transformist Fregoli. David & Dania met in 1995 on a circus tour, where Dania
was performing her award-winning hula-hoop act and David was working as a singing
ringmaster. Whether presented on stage or in a circus ring, their elegant acts of
metamorphosis are simply unbelievable. Since David & Dania's debut in 1996,
audiences have responded to their incredible illusions with tremendous ovations. They
are presently guest starring at the most prestigious magic conventions around the
world, as well as performing as one of the featured halftime acts for the NBA. In 2006,
David & Dania were finalists on the first season of America’s Got Talent and their
performance became one of the first viral videos on YouTube with over 50 million hits.
GREG GLEASON
Greg's thrilling and cutting-edge performances have made him an international
sensation. His shows exhibit his impeccable technique and a dedication to his craft that
is rarely seen in modern illusion acts today. His sleight-of-hand skills are as smooth as
silk, truly making astonishing magic. Today, Greg is one of the top performing
magicians in the world. In Las Vegas, he starred in The Wizard's Secrets at the MGM
Hotel and Casino and Gleason Magic - Embrace the Mystery at the Venetian Hotel and
Casino. Greg has taken both his grand illusion show and his sleight-of-hand show
around the world, performing on extended contracts in Japan and China. He is also a
favorite headliner with the top luxury cruise lines. The International Magician's Society
has named Greg “Illusionist of the Year,” and he has been named “Magician of the
Year” at the World Magic Awards.
JOEL WARD
Joel's high energy, original magic has astonished people throughout the world. As he
makes things appear and disappear, he presents award-winning magic by combining
classical magic with a contemporary touch. Joel's mind-boggling magical talent ranges
from comical audience participation, to interactive close-up magic and flashy Las Vegas
styled illusions. Joel became interested in magic when at age six, a magician at a
school assembly chose him to assist on stage. By age 15, Joel became a World
Champion Teen Magician after placing first at the International Brotherhood of
Magicians annual competition, the world's largest magic organization. That same year
Joel appeared on Lance Burton-Young Magicians Showcase, on television. Joel has
performed hundreds of shows a year, including over 500 shows at the Horizon Casino &
Resort in South Lake Tahoe. In 2009 Joel performed on NBC's The Bonnie Hunt Show,
and was part of the series called, Masters of Illusion, on My Network TV. In January of
2011 Joel made his first appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and on
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Comedy Central's Tosh.0. Joel Ward currently lives in Los Angeles, California and
performs for national television broadcasts, corporate clients, casinos, cruise ships, and
more.
Tickets for It’s Magic! are available now at Lobero.com, and at the Lobero Theatre Box
Office by calling 805.963.0761. Tickets are $20 for children, and $29 section B/ $35
section A for adults, with a limited number of VIP tickets available at $80. All prices
include facility fee. VIP tickets include priority seating, pre-performance private
reception before the show (2 p.m. performance only), recognition in the event program,
and a tax-deductible gift to the Lobero Theatre.
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Lobero LIVE and Lobero Youth & Community programs are sponsored by the Santa Barbara
County Arts Commission, the Santa Barbara Independent, KCSB 91.9 FM, Montecito Bank &
Trust, Santa Barbara Bowl Education Outreach Committee, Lobero Associates, Union Bank,
Elaine F. Stepanek Foundation, Brown Family Foundation
Calendar Editors, please note:
Saturday, April 2 at 2 & 6:30 PM
Lobero Theatre
Lobero LIVE presents
It’s Magic!
America’s longest-running magic revue returns to the Lobero to dazzle audiences with an allnew lineup of top illusionists direct from exotic showrooms and Hollywood’s famous Magic
Castle.
“The liveliest lineup of magic acts this side of Las Vegas ... It’s a must for magic buffs of all
ages!” ― L.A. Times
Tickets for It’s Magic! start at $20/Children, $29-$35/Adults & a limited number of VIP tickets
available for $80. Prices include facility fee. http://www.lobero.com/events/its-magic-2016/
www.lobero.com, Lobero Box Office (805) 963-0761, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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