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Criss Angel
Has his television show gone too far?
Criss Angel is the newest Magician to land on the Las Vegas Strip and he didn't land there by accident, a lot of work went behind getting him on top, but did he do too much work? Is his television persona too great to follow with a live show? Let's admit it, he floated above the Luxor Hotel, escaped death from a steamroller, walked on water, etc.
After the plethora of illusions done on television by Criss Angel one would think his live show would be Fantastic! With such an arsenal of tricks at his disposal how could Angel receive bad reviews? and then add to the mix that he has a cast from Cirque du Soleil at his side, this show should be the very best in Vegas shouldn't it? Then how are so many reviews coming out negatve?
Angel has a look and feel that I call "Grunge". The costume with chains hanging and sometimes an oversized necklace with the black fingernail paint, this adds a certain image and while I wouldn't be caught dead wearing any piece of his "Grunge" attire, I think he has created a niche that is solely and uniquely his own, the image is working because other Magicians are copying and immitating, and that is great! I congratulate him on his originality and his mix of some of the illusions that he has created (and some of them are really excellent illusions!) and poof! you have a Superstar Magician!
So he has the image and the talent but on television he may have went too far with some of the illusions. If you see a Magician on television do a certain trick, you expect to see that trick or at least some of the incredible feats in his live show. But, some of his illusions may have went too far. Through the use of stand-ins and trick photography has he went too far with his television illusions? I think so. To watch the tricks he has done on television, one knows that he can't re-create them live. But the average Joe Smith expects him to be just as mesmorizing live, as he is on television, but we all know he cannot duplicate a majority of these feats....
will the live show be a let down? I think so.
Copperfield and the others have for the most part performed illusions that they could re-create in a live show and this helps them.
People first see the trick on the television and then their memory is reinforced by seeing it live and they talk about how spectacular it is to see "So and So trick" live. But in the Criss Angel show I don't think that is going to happen.
Let's just get down to the point.......If you can't do the trick in your live show, should you do it at all? If it is a one time thing I say no problem, but if you continuously do illusion after illusion that is physically impossible to perform live, your live stage show may suffer.
The audience will in some cases be let down. Criss Angel has a ton of die-hard fans and they will keep his show open and running. I just wonder how many of the average Joe Smith's will recommend or come back to see him a second time.
Has his television show gone too far?
Criss Angel is the newest Magician to land on the Las Vegas Strip and he didn't land there by accident, a lot of work went behind getting him on top, but did he do too much work? Is his television persona too great to follow with a live show? Let's admit it, he floated above the Luxor Hotel, escaped death from a steamroller, walked on water, etc.
After the plethora of illusions done on television by Criss Angel one would think his live show would be Fantastic! With such an arsenal of tricks at his disposal how could Angel receive bad reviews? and then add to the mix that he has a cast from Cirque du Soleil at his side, this show should be the very best in Vegas shouldn't it? Then how are so many reviews coming out negatve?
Angel has a look and feel that I call "Grunge". The costume with chains hanging and sometimes an oversized necklace with the black fingernail paint, this adds a certain image and while I wouldn't be caught dead wearing any piece of his "Grunge" attire, I think he has created a niche that is solely and uniquely his own, the image is working because other Magicians are copying and immitating, and that is great! I congratulate him on his originality and his mix of some of the illusions that he has created (and some of them are really excellent illusions!) and poof! you have a Superstar Magician!
So he has the image and the talent but on television he may have went too far with some of the illusions. If you see a Magician on television do a certain trick, you expect to see that trick or at least some of the incredible feats in his live show. But, some of his illusions may have went too far. Through the use of stand-ins and trick photography has he went too far with his television illusions? I think so. To watch the tricks he has done on television, one knows that he can't re-create them live. But the average Joe Smith expects him to be just as mesmorizing live, as he is on television, but we all know he cannot duplicate a majority of these feats....
will the live show be a let down? I think so.
Copperfield and the others have for the most part performed illusions that they could re-create in a live show and this helps them.
People first see the trick on the television and then their memory is reinforced by seeing it live and they talk about how spectacular it is to see "So and So trick" live. But in the Criss Angel show I don't think that is going to happen.
Let's just get down to the point.......If you can't do the trick in your live show, should you do it at all? If it is a one time thing I say no problem, but if you continuously do illusion after illusion that is physically impossible to perform live, your live stage show may suffer.
The audience will in some cases be let down. Criss Angel has a ton of die-hard fans and they will keep his show open and running. I just wonder how many of the average Joe Smith's will recommend or come back to see him a second time.
Rodney
rodney@lasvegasmagicshowtickets.com
rodney@lasvegasmagicshowtickets.com
Is this the "Worlds Greatest Magic Trick
Ever" I think so!
Hans Moretti's "The Box"
has to be the single most dynamic illusion in the
World of Magic today!
It is absolutely astounding and I would
defy anyone to figure how it is done.
The creator of the Box, European Hans Moretti, took 3 years to perfect this, and only he has the secret. The concept is this:
A very large cardboard box, placed on a table, with balloons inside is shown, and the balloons are released. Moretti is then securely handcuffed, and completely wrapped in chains by his assistant (wife). he then climbs inside the huge container, which is then strapped shut. Two audience volunteers are brought to the stage, and proceed to insert swords randomly and completely through the cardboard container. At the top of the Box Moretti's hand appears, wielding a feather duster. More swords are inserted. Moretti's wife (assistant) pushes a red silk through a hole in the Box, proving he's indeed in there.
After all of the 16 counted swords are removed, the audience watches as a chicken appears at the top of the Box. Thunderous applause begins, as Moretti emerges from the Box in full clown costume, complete with make-up and a red nose. The audience is now on its feet, applauding as Moretti is now ringing bells, making silks appear, along with an assortment of animals.
Remember, the Box is shown empty after the release of the balloons. This deserves the standing ovation it received, as Hans Moretti alone devised the absolute Miracle of Magic!
He is truly a first rate Magician!
Stephanie Karponai
karponai@hotmail.com
Hans Moretti's "The Box"
has to be the single most dynamic illusion in the
World of Magic today!
It is absolutely astounding and I would
defy anyone to figure how it is done.
The creator of the Box, European Hans Moretti, took 3 years to perfect this, and only he has the secret. The concept is this:
A very large cardboard box, placed on a table, with balloons inside is shown, and the balloons are released. Moretti is then securely handcuffed, and completely wrapped in chains by his assistant (wife). he then climbs inside the huge container, which is then strapped shut. Two audience volunteers are brought to the stage, and proceed to insert swords randomly and completely through the cardboard container. At the top of the Box Moretti's hand appears, wielding a feather duster. More swords are inserted. Moretti's wife (assistant) pushes a red silk through a hole in the Box, proving he's indeed in there.
After all of the 16 counted swords are removed, the audience watches as a chicken appears at the top of the Box. Thunderous applause begins, as Moretti emerges from the Box in full clown costume, complete with make-up and a red nose. The audience is now on its feet, applauding as Moretti is now ringing bells, making silks appear, along with an assortment of animals.
Remember, the Box is shown empty after the release of the balloons. This deserves the standing ovation it received, as Hans Moretti alone devised the absolute Miracle of Magic!
He is truly a first rate Magician!
Stephanie Karponai
karponai@hotmail.com
Magic Shows and Magicians
Isn't
it amazing that
Vegas has all of these wonderful
Magic Shows and the one name not on the list is
DAVID BLAINE!! So many of the Magic Tricks that he performs are filled with sleight of hand methods for close up shows and smaller crowds. Could this be the reason that we have never seen him in Las Vegas? Has he ever performed in Las Vegas? I can't remember ever seeing or hearing about him performing in Las Vegas but wouldn't it be a spectacle. With his sleight of hand and his very unique way of performing I am sure that one of the hotels could find a place for him, besides he could hang over the Las Vegas Strip in a clear box for 120 hours and draw attention to his new show
........this is of course a joke, but it really would be something to see him put together a show for Las Vegas and star in it nightly,,,,,I would be buying a ticket to his show also! His website shows no sign of any Las Vegas appearance but we'll keep a steady watch on this and report back to you! and while we are here talking about Magicians who are not showing in Las Vegas, has anyone seen the likes of Darren Romeo lately? Several years ago he was playing in the Mirage at the same theater where Siegried and Roy were playing and now I can't find info on any places that he is playing..... (anywhere) Darren had an act that I also one day wanted to witness, considering that Siegfried and Roy was backing him and doing the advertising for his act. The other name that is missing from the list is Jeff McBride! Witness the Magic and the Card Manipulations of Jeff McBride on the Masters of Illusions television show that was running every Monday but currently is not running,
but we all wish it would reappear!
Magic Shows and the one name not on the list is
DAVID BLAINE!! So many of the Magic Tricks that he performs are filled with sleight of hand methods for close up shows and smaller crowds. Could this be the reason that we have never seen him in Las Vegas? Has he ever performed in Las Vegas? I can't remember ever seeing or hearing about him performing in Las Vegas but wouldn't it be a spectacle. With his sleight of hand and his very unique way of performing I am sure that one of the hotels could find a place for him, besides he could hang over the Las Vegas Strip in a clear box for 120 hours and draw attention to his new show
........this is of course a joke, but it really would be something to see him put together a show for Las Vegas and star in it nightly,,,,,I would be buying a ticket to his show also! His website shows no sign of any Las Vegas appearance but we'll keep a steady watch on this and report back to you! and while we are here talking about Magicians who are not showing in Las Vegas, has anyone seen the likes of Darren Romeo lately? Several years ago he was playing in the Mirage at the same theater where Siegried and Roy were playing and now I can't find info on any places that he is playing..... (anywhere) Darren had an act that I also one day wanted to witness, considering that Siegfried and Roy was backing him and doing the advertising for his act. The other name that is missing from the list is Jeff McBride! Witness the Magic and the Card Manipulations of Jeff McBride on the Masters of Illusions television show that was running every Monday but currently is not running,
but we all wish it would reappear!
Masters of Illusion
Magicians and non Magicians alike were treated to last season's televised cornucopia of the best illusionists in the universe. the gamut ran from sophisticated stage performances by Dale Salwak to the slapstick of Ed Alonzo.
Japanese conjurers My Wynn gracefully presented her Lota Bowls, the Zombie and the piercing Sword in Box. Counterpart Ai and Yuki did a mesmerizing Linking Ring specialty.
Magicians who performed "In The Street" miracles with cards, coins and other close-up material included Adam Wylie, Krystyn Lambert, Wayne phelps, Kevin Viner, Chase Curtis, Rmay among others. The amusing and skillful Levent performed his craft with abundant enthusiasm, energy, and mayhem.
routines involving clothes were brilliantly performed by quick-change artists Danny Cole, Chase Curtis and the brilliant Husband and Wife team David and Dania. Their spectacular quick-change artistry was also featured on Oprah Winfrey show.
Rick Merrill amazed the audience with his masterful conjuring with a magic marker and coin, making each appear and vanish with mind blowing dexterity and timing.
My own personal favorite Magician was Dale Salwak, whose style reminds me of a Magical Fred Astaire. he was suave sophisticated, cool, and quite elegant. Mr. Salwak teaches Magic courses at the Chavez School of Magic in Los Angeles.
Masters of Illusion was produced by Gay Blackstone, widow of legendary Harry Blackstone Jr. It is most fervently hoped that another season will be produced soon so please set your VCR machine or DVD player and record this should it reappear. More Magical mayhem and foolishness is ours to enjoy by such masters as lance Burton, Michael Finney, Joseph Gabriel, Kyle Eshcen and more
Magicians and non Magicians alike were treated to last season's televised cornucopia of the best illusionists in the universe. the gamut ran from sophisticated stage performances by Dale Salwak to the slapstick of Ed Alonzo.
Japanese conjurers My Wynn gracefully presented her Lota Bowls, the Zombie and the piercing Sword in Box. Counterpart Ai and Yuki did a mesmerizing Linking Ring specialty.
Magicians who performed "In The Street" miracles with cards, coins and other close-up material included Adam Wylie, Krystyn Lambert, Wayne phelps, Kevin Viner, Chase Curtis, Rmay among others. The amusing and skillful Levent performed his craft with abundant enthusiasm, energy, and mayhem.
routines involving clothes were brilliantly performed by quick-change artists Danny Cole, Chase Curtis and the brilliant Husband and Wife team David and Dania. Their spectacular quick-change artistry was also featured on Oprah Winfrey show.
Rick Merrill amazed the audience with his masterful conjuring with a magic marker and coin, making each appear and vanish with mind blowing dexterity and timing.
My own personal favorite Magician was Dale Salwak, whose style reminds me of a Magical Fred Astaire. he was suave sophisticated, cool, and quite elegant. Mr. Salwak teaches Magic courses at the Chavez School of Magic in Los Angeles.
Masters of Illusion was produced by Gay Blackstone, widow of legendary Harry Blackstone Jr. It is most fervently hoped that another season will be produced soon so please set your VCR machine or DVD player and record this should it reappear. More Magical mayhem and foolishness is ours to enjoy by such masters as lance Burton, Michael Finney, Joseph Gabriel, Kyle Eshcen and more
Stephanie
karponai@hotmail.com
karponai@hotmail.com
HOUDINI'S
MAGIC SHOP
Located in Caesars, Circus Circus, Planet Hollywood, The Venetian, and MGM Grand Hotels
www.houdini.com
Denny and Lee Magic
5115 Dean Martin Drive #907
Las Vegas, NV 89118
702-740-3500
www.dennymagic.com
Amazing Clowns
3525 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(between Pecos / Sandhill)
(702) 434-6222
www.amazingclowns.com
Las Vegas Magic Shop
c/o The Statosphere Tower Shops
2000 Las Vegas Blvd., South
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 471-7659
www.lasvegasmagicshop.com
Maynard's Magic Shop
c/o The Riviera Hotel
2901 Las Vegas Blvd., South
Las Vegas, NV 8910
(702) 696-9869
www.lasvegasmagicshop.com
Located in Caesars, Circus Circus, Planet Hollywood, The Venetian, and MGM Grand Hotels
www.houdini.com
Denny and Lee Magic
5115 Dean Martin Drive #907
Las Vegas, NV 89118
702-740-3500
www.dennymagic.com
Amazing Clowns
3525 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(between Pecos / Sandhill)
(702) 434-6222
www.amazingclowns.com
Las Vegas Magic Shop
c/o The Statosphere Tower Shops
2000 Las Vegas Blvd., South
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 471-7659
www.lasvegasmagicshop.com
Maynard's Magic Shop
c/o The Riviera Hotel
2901 Las Vegas Blvd., South
Las Vegas, NV 8910
(702) 696-9869
www.lasvegasmagicshop.com
"Mr. Ed, The Shishkabob"
The World Acclaimed Harry Blackstone, Sr. mad a magical appearance on a classic Mr. Ed (Talking Horse) TV show in the early 1960's.
The legendary Magic Icon was the father of Harry Blackstone, Jr., and the most revered Magician of his time! In this classic episode, he appeared as the headliner in a local Magic Show. Resplendent in a tuxedo, he appeared onstage with a bird cage in his hands, which he vanished, caged bird and all. Blackstone then invited four audience members on the stage to inspect him to see where the bird and the cage went. His back to the audience, Blackstone then faced the audience, the elusive birdcage (with bird intact) reappeared in his hands.
Each of the four audience volunteers then placed a hand on each side of the cage, with a magical gesture, the birdcage vanished again, to thunderous well-deserved applause. More Magicians followed, one performing a brilliant "Ring on Rope" routine,and another with a startling "Cups and Balls" routine finally making 3 large balls appear one under each cup. Those familiar with the concept of Mr. Ed, the talking Palomino, will appreciate this episode, as his owner Wilbur Post plans to use Ed in the Magic Show. The idea here is to place Mr. Ed in a large empty box, and Wilbur to "Shishkabob" Ed with spears inserted through the container. Through a most cleverly devised plot line, and absolutely hilarious slapstick, Mr. Ed appears in the box wearing a woman's hat and a purse in his teeth. This black and white 1960's episode is a true Magician's dream, with the special appearance of Harry Blackstone, Sr., and the other amazing Magicians, this indeed is special Magic.
karponai@hotmail.com
The World Acclaimed Harry Blackstone, Sr. mad a magical appearance on a classic Mr. Ed (Talking Horse) TV show in the early 1960's.
The legendary Magic Icon was the father of Harry Blackstone, Jr., and the most revered Magician of his time! In this classic episode, he appeared as the headliner in a local Magic Show. Resplendent in a tuxedo, he appeared onstage with a bird cage in his hands, which he vanished, caged bird and all. Blackstone then invited four audience members on the stage to inspect him to see where the bird and the cage went. His back to the audience, Blackstone then faced the audience, the elusive birdcage (with bird intact) reappeared in his hands.
Each of the four audience volunteers then placed a hand on each side of the cage, with a magical gesture, the birdcage vanished again, to thunderous well-deserved applause. More Magicians followed, one performing a brilliant "Ring on Rope" routine,and another with a startling "Cups and Balls" routine finally making 3 large balls appear one under each cup. Those familiar with the concept of Mr. Ed, the talking Palomino, will appreciate this episode, as his owner Wilbur Post plans to use Ed in the Magic Show. The idea here is to place Mr. Ed in a large empty box, and Wilbur to "Shishkabob" Ed with spears inserted through the container. Through a most cleverly devised plot line, and absolutely hilarious slapstick, Mr. Ed appears in the box wearing a woman's hat and a purse in his teeth. This black and white 1960's episode is a true Magician's dream, with the special appearance of Harry Blackstone, Sr., and the other amazing Magicians, this indeed is special Magic.
karponai@hotmail.com