PERFORMERS & SPEAKERS
ALEX RAMON
MASTER MAGICIAN
Alex Ramon has mesmerized millions around the world with his magic, which has been described as, “Mystifying” by The New York Times and “Mind-Bending” by the Los 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 Resort Casino in South Lake Tahoe. His show became the #1 attraction in Tahoe on both YELP and TripAdvisor.
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Worked with Grammy Award Winner Taylor Swift creating a piece of magic featured in Taylor’s ground-breaking world premiere performance of “Blank Space” on the American Music Award’s
Recipient of the Milbourne Christopher, coveted Lance Burton Award, and was named “National Stage MagicChampion” by the World Magic Seminar in Las Vegas
He was the “Magical Zingmaster” for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus, and is the first magician to be the star ofThe Greatest Show on Earth
The Great Kaplan
MAGICIAN | JUGGLER
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.
As a headliner at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, appearing on the prestigious French television show, Le Plus Grand Cabaret du Monde, or as a guest performer at the world's largest magic festival, FISM in Italy, Kaplan is undoubtedly at the top of his field.
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"If there's a more diabolical or funnier magic act out there, I haven't seen it." - David Williamson
Headlining act at the Magic Castle in Hollywood
Winner of the Ken Dodd Comedy Award at Blackpool Magic Convention 2018
TOM BURGOON
MAGICIAN | COMEDIAN | HYPNOTIST
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 to a vast audience, with venues including everything from 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 being selected twice to entertain for the President of the United States in Washington D.C., Tom has branded his unparalleled one-of-a-kind-show across our country and he has become one of the most in demand performers today.
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Selected by Magic Magazine as one of the top 35 comic magicians in the world.
Was selected twice to perform for the President of the United States.
Has performed in all 50 states, major hotels, nightclubs, cruise ships, and Las Vegas.
Alexandra Duvivier
CLOSE-UP MAGICIAN
One of the very few female members of the magic arts, Alexandra Duvivier has been the winner of the Mandrake d’Or in France and the first French female magician to fool Penn and Teller in their famous American television show Penn & Teller: Fool Us.
She has become a favorite artist of the biggest brands for their private events (Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, L'Oreìal ...) and has three solo stage shows, three shows performed as a double act with her father, and a children’s show to her credit.
Beyond her artistic talents, Alexandra Duvivier is also a trainer and a business speaker (innovative methods of communication using magic) and an instructor for the first-ever diploma in magic recognized by the Ministry of Labor in France.
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Is an instructor for the first-ever diploma in magic recognized by the Ministry of Labor in France.
Fooled Penn & Teller in season 5 of Penn and Teller: Fool Us.
Has a magic theatre in Paris, "LE DOUBLE FOND", with her father, Dominique Duvivier, a living legend in magic.
JAMAHL KEYES
MAGICIAN
In 1994, he became a World Champion Magician from the Society of American Magicians. He went on to win Family Performer of the Year from the Family Artist Association in 1998 and later again from Indy Fringe in 2003. More recently, he was presented with the Stage Magician of the Year from the IABMA in 2018.
By combining his controlled comedy magic improv with audience participation and state-of-the-art mind-boggling magic The Magic Comic--Jamahl Keyes tickles the funny bone while simultaneously mesmerizing the audience.
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Has performed at notable venues such as the Tribeca Theater in New York, Morris Performing Arts Center in Indiana, and the Grand Ole Opry in Tennessee.
2018 IABMA Stage Magician of the Year
1994 Society of American Magicians World Champion
JONATHON LACHANCE
COMEDY MAGICIAN
Jonathon LaChance is “not-your-father's-magician”, his Impossible magic side-splitting comedy, and audience involvement is PURE entertainment! Among his performing credits, Jonathon LaChance made magic history on the number one magic television show Penn & Teller: Fool US. His magical talents have also been seen on numerous national tv programs including Masters of Illusion, NBC Today Show, ABC, and PBS. Headlining theaters and resorts across the country with his one-man magic show called Laugh Magic LIVE!
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Was the winner of the Magic Close-up Classic in the Magic Capital of the World.
Made magic history on the number one magic television show Penn & Teller: Fool US.
Seen on numerous national TV programs including Masters of Illusion, NBC Today Show, ABC, and PBS.
BENJAMIN BARNES
CLOSE-UP MAGICIAN
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.
Although he is best known for his performances before corporate audiences, Benjamin’s magic has also 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 and the windy city's own Chicago Magic Lounge.
Television credits also include the hit television show Masters of Illusion as well as Penn & Teller: Fool Us.
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Featured magician in the upcoming TV show UNDERGROUND MAGIC, which highlights the world's most talented/unique magicians & mentalists.
Fooled Penn & Teller on season 9 of Penn & Teller: Fool Us
Has been featured at the Magic Castle, Chicago Magic Lounge, and Monday Night Magic
TJ TANA
CLOSE-UP MAGICIAN
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!
TJ is most notable for his appearances on the "Masters of Illusion" live touring cast and his behind-the-scenes work with "The Illusionists 1903" international tour.
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Toured with “The Illusionists” direct from Broadway, serving as the head Illusion manager.
Was a magician consultant for Franz Harary’s House of Magic in Macau, China, an attraction considered the largest and most technologically advanced in the world.
Was the headlining magician at the Planet Hollywood Casino & Resort in Las Vegas at just 19 years old.
CHRIS PHILPOTT
MAGIC INVENTOR & CONSULTANT
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. The show Chris wrote and directed for Mike Elizalde garnered rave reviews, with Magic Castle president Jim Steinmeyer writing, "Run, don't walk, to see Mike Elizalde’s show. It’s an absolutely amazing, one-of-a-kind theatrical marvel!”
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 Gillette called his “End of my Rope” “A great trick! A great trick!”
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Award-winning film & television writer and director
Created effects and scripts for 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.
LUIS CARREON
MAGICIAN | LA BESTIA
Luis is a 2x Harlan Tarbell Close-Up award winner and has also won the Chicago Magic Competition (hosted by SAM). He can currently be seen performing regularly at the Chicago Magic Lounge and is a frequent performer at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, California.
In his jam-packed lecture, Luis will take you on a ride with his time-tested routines that have been perfected over the years. You will find solid material that is practical for everyday use, from cards to coins from old to new - this lecture has something for everyone. Along the way, Luis will share moves and subtleties that will add a touch of class to your magic. So, grab some cards and coins and get ready for the ride.
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Winner of the Society of American Magician (SAM)'s Chicago Magic Competition
2x Harlan Tarbell Close-Up award-winner
A regular performer at the Chicago Magic Lounge & Hollywood's Magic Castle
TRINO
COMEDY MAGICIAN | PRODUCER
The Magic of Trino commingles comedy and theatrical feats alongside a backdrop of popular music, presenting an energetic and thoroughly modern take on the ancient art of illusion. At once cheeky and charming, the finely coiffed Trino creatively interweaves audience participation with stand-alone stunts that wow and woo audiences of all ages. If you're looking for a show that will leave you laughing and mind-blown, you're looking for Trino.
He has been seen on Fox, The Verge, ABC and The CW's Masters of Illusion in addition to the live touring show. Trino is a versatile entertainer who has had his hands in wide-ranging productions from the college circuit and corporate events to private soirées and theatres.
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Founding member of Luc’s Light, which provides free music and art lessons in a safe environment to teens in Southwest Michigan
Produces and performs monthly show Amaze & Amuse at Wealthy Theatre in addition to the WonderBash convention
Comedy magician at corporate events, theaters, and churches. Recently seen on the CW’s Masters of Illusion.