How is it possible this is less impressive 30 years later? For example, one principle of magic was performed seven times in the same show. There has to be a cleverer way of ‘refreshing’ this concept. The Illusionists previously wowed New York audiences three record-breaking years in a row with Witness The Impossible, Live on Broadway, and Turn Of The Century, and around the world including smash hit engagements on London’s West End and on tour around the United States and Canada. This year’s family-friendly show promises even more illusions, close-up magic, mentalism, daring escapes, and technological spectacle performed by master entertainers who’ve captivated audiences worldwide on stages from the famed Magic Castle to Royal Variety Performances to multiple seasons of “America’s Got Talent.”. The Welsh stunt performer, 39, is a member of the rotating cast of "The Illusionists," which brings together various purveyors of astonishing feats, including mentalists, sleight-of-hand specialists and comedic magicians for a stage spectacle that not only tours North America and the world but also has become a mainstay on Broadway. Director Elena Rossini is currently working on The Illusionists‘ sequel – The Realists – which will focus on the dark side of online advertising, surveillance capitalism, microtargeting and the quest by Big Tech to create ideal consumers in this brave new digital age.. Find out more about this new documentary, which is currently in production: Illusionists feels like a massive let down and incongruous to “jaw dropping” quotes in the publicity. After several shows (Dreams, The Night Abbozzi and The Amazing Story of Mr. The mind-blowing spectacular of The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays showcases the jaw dropping talents of the most incredible Illusionists on earth, alongside special guests Light Balance. The show is formulaic. There’s no pyro for example despite a recent tweet. Some lol old variety gags and a beautiful way with the punters. However, as a kids / family night out at a variety/comedy/magic show this is a 5* experience equivalent to a world class cruise ship production. Most impressive was Yu Ho-Jin. I’m not worried that there aren’t any female magicians in the show, there aren’t any (of this standard) in Vegas either – it is what it is. Yu Ho-Jin steals the show with is manipulations…. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions. It’s 2019. It’s mostly unoriginal and doesn’t bring much new to the table. The Illusionists 2019 Review & Interviews… This may well be “The world’s biggest selling magic spectacular”, but the The Illusionists – Direct From Broadway doesn’t quite stack up as a West End show.. Let me be clear, this show isn’t horrible – it’s a nicely produced (touring standard) magic show that has a great host and one breathtaking act. This reflects very badly on the art form in my view. The Illusionist is fine, it has its impressive moments throughout and the performances and production value do carry it. If this was on tour I’d give it 4* but in the West End (yards from The Lion King & Harry Potter) I can’t truthfully recommend this show at £99 although tickets do start from £25. It certainly is not spectacular. The Illusionists previously wowed New York audiences three record-breaking years in a row with Witness The Impossible, Live on Broadway, and Turn Of The Century, and around the world including smash hit engagements on London’s West End and on tour around the United States and Canada. Last seen in the West End in 2015 and having just played Broadway, The Illusionists is not “mind-blowing spectacular showcasing the jaw dropping talents” – it’s some very polished magicians doing some great tricks very well. I can’t wait to read what the vegetarians at the Guardian make of that. THE ILLUSIONISTS previously wowed audiences and around the world including smash hit engagements on Broadway, London’s West End and on tour around the United States and Canada. Required fields are marked *. That takes time and effort. Adam offered a lovely finale akin to the 2015 production and is a pro, Chris Cox was exhaustingly pathologically cheerful & James & Enzo offered two lovely pieces of crafted illusions but the show was stollen by the fabulous Ho-Jin. YouTube has killed magic produced like this sadly…the art has got to push forward and push the boundaries to stay relevant. ... A well acted period spectacle that will keep you guessing throughout. After shattering box-office records around the world, The Illusionists are ready to dazzle audiences with a brand new set of acts, right in time for the holiday season. Furthermore, some images used to promote this show are from tricks that do not appear. Your email address will not be published. Watch Yu Ho-Jin with an exclusive performance @ Illusionists 2019: In perspective, I could take you to two £20 Vegas magic shows of equal standard. What I do love though is that magic is back in London and still relevant. Review The Illusionists 2015 Shaftesbury Theatre West End, Dirty Dancing UK TOUR 2019 CAST Interviews. Start the ball rolling by posting a comment on this article! Clearly this man has dedicated his life, daily, to card manipulation. This may well be “The world’s biggest selling magic spectacular”, but the The Illusionists – Direct From Broadway doesn’t quite stack up as a West End show. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC. Enjoy an exclusive interview with Adam Trent: The all-star line-up includes The Showman James More, The Unforgettable Enzo Weyne, The Manipulator Yu Ho-Jin, The Futurist Adam Trent, The Mentalist Chris Cox, The Trickster Paul Dabek and The Daredevil Jonathan Goodwin. Watch this HD VIDEO REVIEW via YouTube HERE: In terms of world class magic, it frankly disappoints. With one exception there’s nothing new, original or clever about this show. The Illusionists 2019 Review & Interviews. Truly there isn’t any “spectacle” but there is charm and the children will love it. Premiered at the Teatre Borràs in Barcelona in December 2013,it moved to the Teatre Coliseum where it became the most successful show in Barcelona for 12 consecutive weeks, beating the great musicals at the box office. That isn’t an insult, but just don’t expect David Copperfield in the 90’s. I wanted to love this show but I simply enjoyed it as a Monday night out. all rights reserved. Like panto – “he’s almost certainly behind you” is a little draining! A beautiful artist. Escapology seems timeless and his scorpion routine was a treat of Blaine proportions. What does bother me though is that the standard of acts does hugely vary throughout the show. I’m thrilled it was sold out and audiences are loving illusions in 2019 – that’s brilliant! For this price in the West End, it’s disappointing considering this iconic stage. Director Elena Rossini is currently working on The Illusionists‘ sequel – The Realists – which will focus on the dark side of online advertising, surveillance capitalism, microtargeting and the quest by Big Tech to create ideal consumers in this brave new digital age. That’s magic! Snow) he created The Great Illusion, the spectacle that catapulted him to fame. Find out more about this new documentary, which is currently in production: © 2020 THE ILLUSIONISTS - a documentary about body image and globalization. Come November 29th and master illusionists will put together a family-friendly show with mind-blowing acts featuring close-up magic daring escapes, mentalism, and technological spectacle! This year’s family-friendly show promises even more illusions, close-up magic, mentalism, daring escapes, and technological spectacle performed by master entertainers who’ve captivated audiences worldwide. These guy was leagues above the rest in skill and blew the audience away with his superb art and craft. It’s a Butlin’s / Cruise Ship scale magic show produced beautifully with some decent talent and nice lighting. Your email address will not be published. I guess I was hoping for more. Every trick (other than Goodwin’s escape) is ‘loaded in’ opposed to a ‘production piece’ (like levitation) which has to be rigged at the theatre. Copyright Celebrity Radio. However the story, intrigue and investment in the characters leave a lot to be desired. The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever seen on stage. running time: 85 min (director’s cut); 52 min (educational), languages: English, French, Japanese, Italian (with English subtitles). Let me be clear, this show isn’t horrible – it’s a nicely produced (touring standard) magic show that has a great host and one breathtaking act. Review and interviews by Alex Belfield for Celebrity Radio 7th July 2019. However, with best seats at £99 at the Shaftesbury Theatre – it struggles to compete with the talent, polish & standard of competing shows (for the same price) in London. Enjoy an exclusive interview with Paul Dabek – the brilliant host of the show: Overall this is a fun, variety magic show perfect for families. All Rights Reserved. I therefore conclude that despite being “Direct from Broadway” this show is not the same cast, scale or calibre of talent/production – which you could say is misleading. Having just seen David Blaine on tour for £45 and Criss Angel in Vegas for less than £100, I can’t help but feel very short changed in terms of a 2019 production. Watch The Illusionists online, The Center for Eating Disorders at Sheppard Pratt. Bringing their must-be-seen-to-be-believed talents to the Marquis stage as the cast of The Illusionists – Magic Of The Holidays are: Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. It was great for the kids to see Jonathan Goodwin after his huge success on BGT. I loved Paul Dubek who opened, drove and brought warmth and charm to the show.
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