Known around the world for its spell-binding performances, Masters of Illusion is a 21st-century magic show featuring acts of deception and fantasy that continues to amaze audiences with its jaw-dropping touring production. In addition to their national and international tours, Masters of Illusion also has a long-running CW television show. Coming live to Duluth’s DECC Symphony Hall on Sunday, November 2nd, this family-friendly show promises to be a night to remember, filled with grand illusions, sleight of hand, mind reading, escapes, and comedy magic.
Tickets at: destinationduluth.co/DECCMastersofIllusion
Illusionist Greg Gleason has done thousands of astounding performances on television, in Las Vegas hotel-casinos, and on worldwide tours. Named “Illusionist of the Year” by the International Magicians’ Society, Gleason is known for his grand illusions, such as making a full-size helicopter appear onstage.
From age 13, when he saw magician Doug Henning for the first time, Gleason became fascinated with magic. He would beg his father to take him to an area magic shop to buy magic tricks, such as cards and simple sleight of hand tricks.
“Many years later, when Henning retired, I was able to purchase many of his tricks,” said Gleason. “What a thrill to have that full circle moment for me.”
Since 1993, when Gleason moved to Las Vegas, he has performed thousands of shows at major casinos, including Masters of Illusion at Bally’s, Gleason Magic: Embrace the Mystery at the Venetian, and a record-breaking run in The Wizard’s Secret in a custom-built theater at the MGM Grand Casino.
Gleason has taken his illusion show on the road with several national and international tours. “It is incredibly demanding to travel as a magician with all the set-up and takedown of all the illusions, but fun to bring the show to new audiences.”
Anna Dangerous is an expert in precision crossbow, whips, and knife throwing, who has won the “golden buzzer” on America’s Got Talent. Also known for her quick changes, her colorful and fast-paced sequences leave audiences in awe as she seamlessly transforms her outfits in the blink of an eye.
Illusionist, magician, and mentalist Joel Meyers has dazzled viewers on stage and on television, including on America’s Got Talent, FakeOff, Masters of Illusion, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us. His astounding performances combine mind-bending illusions with a commanding stage presence. Touring in more than 50 countries, he remains one of the most in-demand performers on the entertainment circuit.
Naathan Phan combines magic, singing, storytelling, celebrity impressions, physical comedy, improv, and other stage “shenanigans” to bring a whole new take to the entertainment of Masters of Illusion. He has appeared on NBC, Syfy, the CW, and Comedy Central since the age of 23, and is a regular performer at the world-famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California.
Masters of Illusion
Live at DECC Symphony Hall
Sunday, November 2 | 6:00 pm
“Watch closely as you experience things that just can’t be done… or can they?
Audiences will be held at the edge of their seats by the jaw-dropping grand illusions, and will laugh out loud at the hysterical comedy magic as performers from around the world combine fantasy, fervor, and flair with magic created in front of their very eyes.”
Tickets at destinationduluth.co/DECCMastersofIllusion
