MORE THAN TRICKS.
WonderBash is a magic convention set in Grand Rapids, MI for magicians who are serious about making the most out of their magic and performances. With the byline, "More Than Tricks," WonderBash is dedicated to helping magicians go beyond the next sleight, build meaningful relationships with other magicians, think outside the box, and much more.
2023 FEATURED
PERFORMERS
Alex Ramon has mesmerized millions around the world with his magic, which has been described as, “Mystifying” byThe New York Times and “Mind-Bending”by theLos Angeles Times.In May 2020,Alex received a CBS Sunny Award for“Creativity during Shelter in Place” for his Virtual Magic shows! For over 2 years Alex headlined his show‘Illusion Fusion,’ at the Horizon ResortCasino in South Lake Tahoe. His show became the #1 attraction in Tahoe on bothYELP and TripAdvisor.
ALEX RAMON
With an entrepreneurial career that spans over four decades, Tom Burgoon has wowed and impressed audiences coast to coast both on land and sea. His unique brand of comedy and magic has been showcased for cruise lines to corporate clients such as 3M, Coca Cola and NASA. From comedy clubs and stage events in Las Vegas, Reno and L.A. to performing for President George W. Bush at the Inaugural Ball in Washington D.C..
TOM BURGOON
The Magic Comic Jamahl Keyes is a professional comedy magician with over 20 years of experience. He has successfully created and presented magic productions and shows for production companies, theaters, corporate clients, television, and more.
Half-magician, half-comedian Jonathon LaChance, has made a career out of simultaneously blowing minds and splitting sides at theaters and festivals across the country! He made Fool us history on Penn & Teller: Fool US on season 8 and he's also been seen on the NBC The Today Show, ABC and Fox programming.
Benjamin Barnes is a Chicago native and a leader in its burgeoning magic scene. A student of the legendary Eugene Burger, Benjamin spent two decades under the tutelage of this modern master. His magic has also been featured on many of the magic world's most prestigious stages including the world-famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, CA, the Off-Broadway hit Monday Night Magic, Chicago Magic Lounge, and most recently fooled Penn and Teller on their hit TV show, Fool Us,
Coming all the way from France to join us at Wonderbash 2023, Alexandra Duvivier has won the Mandrake d’Or in France and is the first French female magician to fool Penn and Teller. She is also the daughter of Dominique Duvivier, a living legend in magic, and has become a favorite artist of the biggest brands for their private events (Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, L'Oreìal ...).
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TJ Tana is a Long Island, NY-based Magician and Mentalist. TJ has performed his magic on over 5 continents, both land and sea. As a self-proclaimed "general practitioner" of magic - TJ has a wide range of skills under his belt, from full-scale illusion shows, cruise ships, and strolling magic in some of NYC's finest venues. He attended the inaugural Wonderbash in 2022 and is excited to be back and performing at Wonderbash 2023!
The Great Kaplan is a modern-day vaudevillian master. With an infinite assortment of unique and visually stunning skills, coupled with impeccable comedic timing, Kaplan creates a world where anything is possible. The mundane becomes magical; everyday objects become vessels of mystery and mayhem. A hilarious ballet of chaos and calamity.
THE GREAT KAPLAN
Chris has created effects and written for many of the world’s greatest magicians, including Derren Brown, Justin Willman, Cyril Takayama and two America’s Got Talent finalists. He has written and created effects for two shows for The Illusionists, including Now You See Me Live. Chris’ effects are in the repertoire of thousands of magicians and have been translated into dozens of languages. Criss Angel producer, Joe Monte, called his “100th Monkey” “Revolutionary!” and Penn Jillette called his “End of my Rope” “A great trick! A great trick!”
Luis won the Harlan Tarbell Close-up Competition Award from the International Brotherhood of Magicians two years in a row. He also took home first place at the Chicago Magic Competition hosted by The Society of American Magicians.
With his unique style of humor and wisdom, Luis regularly travels the country teaching other magicians about the art of magic. He is, also, the head demonstrator at Magic Inc., the oldest family-owned magic shop in the country. He has performed his show Bending Minds and Bending Dreams at theaters all around Chicago.
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Having grown up just an hour from "The Magic Capital of the World” (Colon, MI), Trino learned the art from top professionals that helped him quickly grow into a seasoned performer and entertainer. For 16 years (over half his life) Trino has loved bringing laughter, amazement, and high-quality entertainment to audiences of all ages. Now based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, you can find him entertaining at various events and traveling the country with his wife, Ashley, and their hairless cat, Cannoli.
OVERVIEW
WE'VE GOT ALL THIS AND MORE!
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3 Stage Shows @ Wealthy Theatre (Alex Ramon-Full Show, Amaze & Amuse and Magicial Morning)
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9 World-Class Lectures
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Exclusive Book (only available to Wonderbash Registrants / Never to be reprinted)
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Close-up Show
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SPECIAL late night events
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And much MUCH more!
*More events and full schedule coming soon.
SHOWS AT WEALTHY THEATRE
BETWEEN THE AGES OF 12-20?
WE OFFER LIMITED YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS
EMAIL US AT CONTACT@MORETHANTRICKS.COM FOR DETAILS
The Residence Inn Grand Rapids Downtown
Chosen for Wonderbash 2023 for its spacious suites and a short distance from Wealthy Theatre, the all-suite Residence Inn features upscale suites with full kitchens and room to eat, work, and dream. Plus you can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, evening socials, , discounted parking. Located near restaurants, bars, shops, breweries and more!
In an effort to make things even better than last year, we have partnered with The Residence Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, putting Wonderbash registrants closer to Wealthy Theatre (where events are held) and offering complimentary breakfast, cheaper parking, and room service.
*Discounts only available while rooms last
Wealthy
Theatre
Located just 1.8 miles from The Residence Inn Downtown, Wealthy Theatre Complex is not only a landmark, it is a community treasure with historic significance, but a pioneer in the infusion of technology into the traditional theatre. We've evolved the idea of "stage and seats" in a revolutionary way, retaining the old while embracing the new.
Wonderbash was created as a weekend of entertainment, fellowship and thought-provoking lectures and discussions that we hope will further you as a performer in all aspects. We have several other surprises in store that I can’t wait to announce. Come ready to discuss, jam, and network with other like-minded entertainers that want to succeed and continue to be the best they can be. I look forward to welcoming you to Grand Rapids in April 2023!
- Trino
Convention Producer
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