Olympia Magician 3
This Olympia Magician career in magic began over sixteen years ago when he found a book on coin tricks at his grandparents' house. Today he works extensively throughout Washington state, entertaining family audiences and adults in a variety of venues.
It's not uncommon for people to comment later, "It was amazing seeing the entire audience so involved in a performance. You had their total attention." [His] friendly and relaxed style wins audiences over and makes you look good.
Olympia Magician style
This Olympia Magician is known as an innovative performer and his original routines have been printed in magic magazines including Genii and The Linking Ring. What does this mean to you? You're not likely to hear the phrase, "I've seen this before" unless they have been to one of his performances. Even standard props have a special twist as he weaves his spell with the audience.
This Olympia Magician is an active member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians and the Tacoma Magic Club. He attends several magic conventions and lectures each year to stay on top of the newest entertainment techniques. This Olympia Magician was named the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians Stage Magic Champion at their 2002 Convention in Page, Arizona.
Can you imagine hanging out in one building with several hundred tricksters, each trying to fool each other? That's what magic conventions are all about, and they attract the region's best part and full time magical entertainers.
Olympia Magician awards
1993 Close-Up Champion (Mecca of Magic; Tacoma, WA)
1994 Most Original Trick (Northwest Magic Jamboree; Portland, OR)
1995 Most Original Trick (Northwest Magic Jamboree; Portland, OR)
1995 Stage Magician of the Year (Western Regional Magic Conference; Vancouver, B.C.)
1997 Bag 'O' Tricks Contest (Pacific Coast Association of Magicians; Calgary, A.B.)
1999 Stage Magic Champion (Pacific Coast Association of Magicians; Anaheim, CA)
2000 Children's Magic Contest (Pacific Coast Association of Magicians; Portland, OR)
2001 Children's Magic Contest (Pacific Coast Association of Magicians; Palm Springs, CA)
2002 Children's Magic Contest (Pacific Coast Association of Magicians; Page, AZ)
2002 Stage Magic Champion (Pacific Coast Association of Magicians; Page, AZ)
“All the staff at Husky Terminal stands and applauds you for your extremely mystifying performance at our holiday party. We have received numerous phone calls from guests thanking us for the wonderful time they had Saturday night and each made a point to remark on your magical show.” – Carol Rowan, Husky Terminal
“You really broke the ice, and I feel, made everyone relax and enjoy the evening that much more!… My jaw dropped almost every time he did a trick. The times that it didn’t drop, I was laughing hysterically.” – Alicia Lofgren, IBM Global Services
“We had News Reporters totally amazed (and they tend to be tough critics), YES – ooing and ahhing as he performed magic right before their eyes. He involved the crowd throughout his performance, never ceasing to amaze each and every one in the group.” – Tessa Bailey, South County Journal
“It was a fabulous show – we all enjoyed it from age 2 to 72.” – Debbie McManus, Watts RV
“I had SUCH A GREAT RESPONSE from all the employees regarding you entertaining at our picnic. You were a HUGE hit!!!” – Candace Strubhar, South Sound Management
“Our employees raved about you for days.” – Judy Kuhl, The Embarcadero Resort
“Everyone forwarded me notes saying how much they enjoyed your show. You were so much fun and we loved the humor also! – Sally Gross, Frontier Bank
“I was observing the audience and it was fun to hear the gasps in surprise as you performed your magic, watch highly technical professionals sit with mouths open in amazement and one person was laughing so hard she had tears in her eyes.”
-Linda Gerull, GIS Manager, Pierce County Information Services
“The crowd enjoyed themselves tremendously, and many people still talk about it today!… Your show is very professional and entertaining. You involve the crowd and keep them laughing, while at the same time inspiring awe amongst people of all ages.”
-Gregg Beebe, AIDE Association President, Department of Licensing
“Your performance was a high point for all ages at the party. You added just the right amount of fun and whimsy to keep the gathering light and fun.”
-John Good, Good-Ward Corporation
“As conference coordinator for the Correction Educators, I want to thank you for an outstanding performance. You added that special touch that helped to make our social a success. I think you had the people in awe! Many positive comments were received.”
-Jack Blain, Education Consulting Service
“You put on quite a show–the agents, their spouses and guests loved it and are still talking about it. The audience participation was outstanding-you really kept us guessing what was going to happen next.
-Julie Weist, Branch Manager, Windermere Real Estate
“I can’t thank you enough for your exceptional performance at our office Christmas party. The “close up” tricks had people wondering how you did them for a week afterwards and the show after dinner was equally fun and entertaining. If there are managers, bosses, supervisors, etc. looking to make an event memorable, I would gladly give them your name as one who accomplishes just that!
-Michael Donohue, Branch Manager, Smith Barney, Inc.
“Thank you again for the outstanding entertainment you presented at our employee awards banquet last Monday night. Many of our staff continue to make comments about what a memorable evening it was… We owe much of the success of our event to you and we will definitely be calling you again for future banquets.”
-Pat McKay, Human Resources Manager, Providence Centralia Hospital
“Our guests were mesmerized… His talents brought smiles and wide-eyed intrigue to the faces of everyone in the circle around him.”
-Lynn LaDoe, Human Resources Manager, Microscan Systems
“We loved it – everybody said it was the best magic show they had seen! Adults and children couldn’t stop talking about you – even through our next day’s service!”
-Kerry Rogers, Light & Life Bible Fellowship
“A perfect way to intrigue guests, lift spirits, and challenge the eye! A wonderful show, unexpected entertainment, and all the excitement and laughter possible in thirty five minutes!”
-Beth Morrison, Olympia