On December 28, I had the opportunity to go to a magic and illusions show for the very first time. I’ve seen street performers, and Penn and Teller: Fool Us show, but I’ve never seen a truly magical show.
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This year, the Magic N’ Miracles Benefit Magic Show featured Murray Hatfield, an illusionist who can do card tricks and make his assistant disappear. Although it was really cool to see a lady disappear in a box, I found the other performers a little more interesting. There was no doubt that Murray Hatfield and his assistant were skilled, but their act itself seemed clichéd.
I was definitely impressed with Christopher Hart, the guy who plays “The Thing” on The Addams Family. Overall his act was amusing and impressing; he used handkerchiefs and impressed the audience with fusing them together! My favorite performer was Michael Goudeau as juggling is one of the most fascinating things to look at on stage. He was also extremely hilarious and nearly “chopped” his hand off.
Other performers includes Miles Meechan and Magdalaina Tamasik. Overall the show was great, and for a good cause! Proceeds went towards a organization associated with the Calgary Firefighters, and everyone had a lot of fun. Thanks to Kids Up Front, I was able to go! It was a great way to end the year.
