The
Houdini
Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry Houdini
The
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Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry HoudiniThe
Houdini
Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry HoudiniThe
Houdini
Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry Houdini
The
Houdini
Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry Houdini
The
Houdini
Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry HoudiniThe
Houdini
Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry HoudiniThe
Houdini
Festival
of Magic
a tribute to
Harry Houdini
MARCH 23-25, 2023 - Historic North Theatre-Danville, va
We invite you to join us for 3 days of fun, friendship, southern hospitality and amazing magic. We will bring together stand-up and stage magicians, sleight of hand artists, escape artists and magic collectors and historians to enjoy a new convention as a tribute to the most famous magician of all time, Harry Houdini. It will feature FISM and Magic Castle award winners on the big stage and on the close-up magic show stage in the wonderfully raked and intimate seating of the balcony mini-theatre, dealers's room, auction, lectures, films and lots of surprises.
The Historic North Theatre is a charming 1947 vaudeville house with 500 seats and a full balcony that was beautifully restored with 3.5 million dollars. The theatre is owned and operated by celebrity magician/illusionist Wayne Alan. www.WayneAlanMagic.com Reasonable lodging and restaurants (one is in the theatre complex) are very near. Registration only $213.00. For more information:
Call 434-793-SHOW (7469).
Talent, schedule and events subject to change.
Talent Booked
Johnathan Pendragon
Johnathan Pendragon
Johnathan Pendragon
Jonathan Pendragon has appeared at three Presidential Galas in Washington D.C., and performed for the Queen of England, the Prince of Wales and the Royal Family of Monaco. He is the youngest performer to ever receive a Performing Fellowship from the Academy of Magical Arts (the governing body of the Magic Castle). Jonathan gained recogn
Jonathan Pendragon has appeared at three Presidential Galas in Washington D.C., and performed for the Queen of England, the Prince of Wales and the Royal Family of Monaco. He is the youngest performer to ever receive a Performing Fellowship from the Academy of Magical Arts (the governing body of the Magic Castle). Jonathan gained recognition for developing “Physical Grand Illusion," a style of Illusion that puts the emphasis on the physical performance instead of the prop. He created The Pendragons, an illusion team who were as spectacular in their appearance and movement as anything they presented. Jonathan has appeared frequently on television, including recent ongoing appearances on Masters of Illusion on the CW channel, Don't Blink on the pop Channel, and Extreme Escapes on Reelz.
dale salwak
Johnathan Pendragon
Johnathan Pendragon
Dale Salwak is well known as "The Gentleman of Magic." One London reviewer said of him, "He doesn't just do magic; he is magic!" His lifelong dedication to his art has been his ticket for traveling the world. Director of the Chavez Studio of Magic since 1978, Dale Salwak works hard to impart the highest standard of artistic values to his
Dale Salwak is well known as "The Gentleman of Magic." One London reviewer said of him, "He doesn't just do magic; he is magic!" His lifelong dedication to his art has been his ticket for traveling the world. Director of the Chavez Studio of Magic since 1978, Dale Salwak works hard to impart the highest standard of artistic values to his students. Since 1974 he has appeared in and produced for audiences across America his annual "International Stars of Magic" - for which he received an Award of Merit from the Academy of Magical Arts. . He is also a member of London's Magic Circle. His writings on the history, theory, and practice of magic appear regularly in all of the magical publications worldwide. Currently he is also serving as the I.B.M.’s International Relations Officer. Among his many awards include the Stage Magician of the Year Nomination (three times), Academy of Magic Arts
dean carnegie
Johnathan Pendragon
dean carnegie
Dean Carnegie is a professional magical entertainer, author, and historian. His various interests in art, literature, and history all seem to find their way into his programs. As a professional magician, Dean travels all over the U.S. and abroad demonstrating and sharing his magic. He is the creator/producer of several different shows in
Dean Carnegie is a professional magical entertainer, author, and historian. His various interests in art, literature, and history all seem to find their way into his programs. As a professional magician, Dean travels all over the U.S. and abroad demonstrating and sharing his magic. He is the creator/producer of several different shows including Carnegie-Artist of Mystery, The Steampunk Illusionist, and The Astonify Show. He also develops custom presentations for corporate events and fortune 500 companies.Dean is the author of two books on escapology for magicians and is finishing up his first children’s book. He has a book on the famous magician Harry Houdini in the works. Finally, he is the creator and writer for the very popular blog The Magic Detective which is all about the history of magic. .
Robert Baxt
Robert Baxt
Robert Baxt
Robert has won the 1st Prize in the National International Brotherhood of Magicians Gold Medal Stage Competition and a Trophy for Comedy at the European Olympics of Magic (FISM). He performs at the Magic Castle, on Cruise Ships, at Corporate events, and on TV shows around the world.
He makes his home in Los Angeles, CA. As an actor, he can
Robert has won the 1st Prize in the National International Brotherhood of Magicians Gold Medal Stage Competition and a Trophy for Comedy at the European Olympics of Magic (FISM). He performs at the Magic Castle, on Cruise Ships, at Corporate events, and on TV shows around the world.
He makes his home in Los Angeles, CA. As an actor, he can be seen in the eighth season of the CBS hit TV show "How I Met Your Mother" playing the lawyer partner to actor Jason Segel (Marshall).
dan harlan
Robert Baxt
Robert Baxt
Dan harlan is world famous for Unique Magical Creations and performing Every Trick in the Book from The Complete Tarbell Course in Magic. He travels the globe performing and teaching incredible magic. One of the most innovative modern magicians, Harlan’s cutting-edge miracles are coveted by discerning connoisseurs of fine magic done well.
Dan harlan is world famous for Unique Magical Creations and performing Every Trick in the Book from The Complete Tarbell Course in Magic. He travels the globe performing and teaching incredible magic. One of the most innovative modern magicians, Harlan’s cutting-edge miracles are coveted by discerning connoisseurs of fine magic done well. Performing, writing, teaching, consulting, creating and lecturing, Harlan does it all.
wes iseli
Robert Baxt
wes iseli
In March 2020 Wes Iseli performed in Las Vegas in front of Penn & Teller at The Rio Hotel. For his appearance on TV's Fool Us Wes did an amazing job and also fooled them with a trick he created. Wes currently works at resorts, country clubs, theatres, trade shows, company picnics, and high school auditoriums all over the East Coast. He s
In March 2020 Wes Iseli performed in Las Vegas in front of Penn & Teller at The Rio Hotel. For his appearance on TV's Fool Us Wes did an amazing job and also fooled them with a trick he created. Wes currently works at resorts, country clubs, theatres, trade shows, company picnics, and high school auditoriums all over the East Coast. He still enjoys doing the smaller shows such as private parties and family reunions. He couldn’t think of a better career choice; it never gets old performing all over and entertaining thousands of people each month.
wayne alan
wayne alan
wayne alan
Wayne Alan ( WayneAlanMagic.com ) is a World Champion Illusionist and the only American to ever win the gold medal for grand illusion at the International Olympics of Magic (FISM-1982). For over 30 years he was a Corporate Illusionist® where he presented custom sales presentations for Fortune 500 companies at trade shows and sales meetin
Wayne Alan ( WayneAlanMagic.com ) is a World Champion Illusionist and the only American to ever win the gold medal for grand illusion at the International Olympics of Magic (FISM-1982). For over 30 years he was a Corporate Illusionist® where he presented custom sales presentations for Fortune 500 companies at trade shows and sales meetings.
He also has performed on national TV and he has acted as a consultant for magicians David Copperfield and Criss Angel. Wayne Alan is the first magician to write a cookbook. It is titled Magical Meatless Meals-Famous Foods from Famous People and Places. He has performed thirteen times at the White House.
Mr. Alan has owned and operated The Historic North Theatre in Danville, VA since 2012.
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HOTELS TO STAY at NEAR THE THEATRE
The Bee Hotel
Holiday Inn Express
The Bee Hotel
0.7 miles away from the theatre.
The Bee is an urban boutique hotel. The Bee is a headline-making hotel in Danville, Virginia’s bustling River District. The 47-room newcomer is located in what was once home to the city’s iconic broadsheet, The Danville Register & Bee, now freshly reimagined as a warm and welcoming home base for business travelers and Virginia vacationers.
Phone 434-234-9440
Hampton Inn
Holiday Inn Express
The Bee Hotel
1.mile away from the theatre.
Located on Riverside Drive, we’re just two miles from Danville Outdoor Pavilion. Virginia International Race Track is 12 miles away and you can reach Martinsville NASCAR Speedway in only 30 minutes. Our hotel includes a hot breakfast each morning, free WiFi, indoor heated pool, fitness center, and meeting space. 866-238-4218
Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express
1.2 miles away from the theatre.
Stay at the best hotel for fitness and nature in Danville, VA. Situated on Riverside Drive overlooking the Dan River, the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Danville combines stunning natural scenery, a convenient location, and value-added amenities. Borrow a complimentary bike, or take a run on the Riverwalk Tra
1.2 miles away from the theatre.
Stay at the best hotel for fitness and nature in Danville, VA. Situated on Riverside Drive overlooking the Dan River, the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Danville combines stunning natural scenery, a convenient location, and value-added amenities. Borrow a complimentary bike, or take a run on the Riverwalk Trail that connects to our hotel. Follow the trail to to access the world renowned Anglers Ridge and Dan Daniel Mountain Bike Trails. Swim in our outdoor pool, workout in our new Fitness Center, kayak along local waterways, or just relax on our large deck overlooking the Dan River.
434-793-4000
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