You can experience MAGIC for all occasions! Everything from close up magic to grand illusions for any event or occasion. Magician Don Russell is Alaska's only full time magician and has some of the WILDEST MAGIC in ALASKA. He performs in every venue from schools and churches to restaurants and comedy clubs. He has innumerable references and continually updates his shows. Not only does he perform, but he also teaches MAGIC as a Performing Art to various schools and organizations.
Magic Classes are being offered at these Anchorage Community Schools:
- Magic Classes! are currently being scheduled in conjunction with the 21st Century Grant program. Watch for announcements of these classes at a school near you.
- Magic Classes will be offered in Fall 2001 at these Community School Programs - Muldoon, North Star, Ptarmigan, Ursa Major, Chester Valley, Wonder Park, Russian Jack, Tyson, Fairview, Creekside, Tudor, and Williwaw - as part of the Community School After School Programs. Check for dates and times.
*Note - The above Community Schools Classes will vary in each class. Different material will be taught in each individual session.
Magic Camps for Summer 2001
- Magic Camp! at the Imaginarium
June 18-22 - 9am-3pm
Learn the Science of Magic and Magic as a Performing Art. Lots of super fun! Learn some cool tricks of the trade, build illusions, and even put on a show! For ages 9+. Cost: Members $165 Non-members $180. Call (907)276-3179 for registration and more information.
- YMCA Magic Camp at the Anchorage YMCA
July 9-20 - Noon-4pm
This fabulous two weeks of exciting magic is explores magic as a performing art. Tons of sensational effects will be shown! Young magicians will learn and perform a myriad of astounding effects! Don't miss it! Cost: Members $75 Non-members $85. Call 563-3211 for registration and more information.
- Alaska City Folk Arts Camp will feature Magic Classes as part of their wonderful music and folk art curriculum. Sign up for the whole camp or just special classes. Cost $205 for entire camp or $60 per class. For registation and more information call 345-4385.
- Magic Masters Camp! at the Imaginarium
August 6-10 - 9am-3pm
With the success of this past summer's camp, the Magic Masters Camp will explore new horizons! Advance your magic skills in this fabulous full day camp! If you've been in a camp before this one takes you beyond the basics. For the true magic enthusiast! Don't you dare miss this one! For ages 9+. Call (907)276-3179 for registration and more information.
MAGIC SHOWS!
- Spring/Summer 2001 Public Shows!
- Easter Brunch at the Regal Alaskan Hotel
Sunday, April 22nd, 2001 - 10am-2pm
The Wildest Magic in Alaska, close up for your dining pleasure! Bring the family for a great buffet and some really cool magic! For more information call (907)243-2300.
- Kids' Day at the Egan Center
Saturday, May 5 - 10am-5pm
Close up magic, illusions, and stage shows ALL DAY! In addition to the Wildest Magic in Alaska, guests magicians will also perform throughout the day! The event is FREE. For more information call 522-1364
- Mother's Day Brunch at the Regal Alaskan Hotel
Sunday, May 13th, 2001 - 10am-2pm
The Wildest Magic in Alaska, close up for your dining pleasure! Bring the Mom and the family in for another great buffet and some really cool magic! For more information call (907)243-2300.
- Solstice Celebration in Moose Pass, Alaska
Sunday, June 17th, 2001 - Stage show at 2pm
The Wildest Magic in Alaska will help ring in this wonderful celebraion. Lots of great food and entertainment! For more information call (907)288-3674.
- Elmandorf Air Force Base's Arctic Thunder Air Show Saturday and Sunday, June 30 and July 1st, 11am-6pm
Stage shows and close up magic! Tons of fun! For more information call 522-1364.
- Firefighters Annual Picnic at Hilltop Ski Area in Anchorage
Saturday, June 29th, 2001
Stage show and close up magic. Times TBA. For more information call (907)522-1364.
- Bear Paw Festival in Eagle River, AK
Friday-Sunday, July 13-15, 2001
Close up and platform magic beginning a 11am on Friday, 7/13
Grand Illusion Shows: Saturday and Sunday - 7/14&15
These will feature the BIG STUFF never before seen! For more information call 694-4702.
- Progress Days in Soldotna, Alaska
Saturday, July 28, 2001 - Times TBA
The Wildest Magic in Alaska will be presented on the stage and close up! This is a great family event starting with a parade and all sorts of fun and amusement! For more information call (907)262-9814.
- Alaska State Fair in Palmer, 8/24-9/3, 2001, on the Colony Stage
Watch for specific dates and times!
- Halloween Express on Saturday, 10/27, beginning at noon (5 half hour shows!)
The shows will be at the store in the Monster Gallery on the second floor of the Dimond Mall. The event is FREE! For more information call 277-0781.
***Note: The Halloween Shows feature effects seen only at this time of year. The floating ghost, Norman Bates Hand, the flying skull, Norman's Mother, and all sorts of scary illusions make this different than any other show of it's kind. It's not for the squeemish! For more information call (907)522-1364.
- Daily Close Up Magic at Camp Fire's After School Programs, throughout the school year!
Check listings for other
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Announcing THEME MAGIC!
The upcoming FALL and CHRISTMAS shows are already booking up! We have developed several NEW shows! We now have a special Holiday Show and a very SCARY Spook Show! In addition, we have added specialty shows for scouts and schools. We now have a Rope Program, a Water Program, an Electric Program, a Fish Program, and, in the works, an Alien Program. Ask about these! The shows are 15 to 20 minutes of non-stop action and comedy.
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PREMIUM TIME BOOKING ALERT!
If MAGICAL ENTERTAINMENT is in your plan, please book early and soon! Things are looking busier and busier for the WILDEST MAGIC in ALASKA! We are currently booking school programs, company events, parties and birthdays, all the way into 2002. We book shows in the order of request and by bid during the peak times. We also provide several combination shows featuring many different themes. Please, feel free to phone us at (907)522-1364 or e-mail us for information.
Grand Illusion Show!
We have expanded our Grand Illusion Show with lots of BIG effects. We have played it at the Alaska State Fair and the Bear Paw Festival. Our crew now includes assistants, special effects, and stage hands. For these shows, we request plenty of advance notice and on site rehearsal time. Thank you.
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MAGIC For Your School!
Don't miss out! We are currently putting together our 2001-2002 school programs. Magic classes will be available, too. Assembly programs and special events are great ways to kick off the school year or wind up classes. Call or email for specifics on each show or class. But don't forget to BOOK EARLY!
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Information Site!!!
We now have our informational site at http://www.alaskalife.net/magicguyThis web page loads of photos and information. Features such as the "Tricks" and "Stories" are included. Thanks for your visit and please, keep tuning in!
Alaska Magic Kids On Line!
Want to learn more MAGIC? Are you between the ages of 7 and 17? Check out the Alaska Magic Kids! It is a group of young magicians who are a part of the Society of Young Magicians. They meet the third Thursday of each month. Check out their site at https://www.angelfire.com/ak3/magickids
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If you would like more direct information or would like to book an event, contact the e-mail address below, check out our new WEB SITE, or call (907)522-1364. It's a blast!
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To book an event on line visit our Web Site at http://www.alaskalife.net/magicguy
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*Note: This page is updated regularly. Stay tuned!
Last update: April 13, 2001
Email: magicguy@alaskalife.net
