Witness The Impossible as THE ILLUSIONISTS Returns to North Texas

On the heels of a highly successful multi-city tour and run on Broadway, the world's best-selling touring magic show, THE ILLUSIONISTS - LIVE FROM BROADWAY™, returns to play in Dallas at the Music Hall at Fair Park February 28 - March 5, 2017, for a one week limited engagement presented by Dallas Summer Musicals; as part of its North American tour to more than 50 cities in 2017.

THE ILLUSIONISTS - LIVE FROM BROADWAY™ is produced by Simon Painter, Tim Lawson and MagicSpace Entertainment. Conceived by Simon Painter, the show's creative team also includes executive producer Tim Lawson, director Neil Dorward and creative director Jim Millan.

Full of hilarious magic tricks, death-defying stunts and acts of breathtaking wonder, THE ILLUSIONISTS has shattered box office records worldwide and thrilled audiences of all ages with a mind-blowing spectacular showcasing the jaw-dropping talents of seven of the most incredible illusionists on earth.

Creative Producer Simon Painter said, "We can't wait to bring this electrifying show to Dallas for a truly entertaining experience for the whole family. THE ILLUSIONISTS is the most non-stop and powerful mix of outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on the live stage."

The seven stars, each a master in their own field, are:

• The Anti-Conjuror, Dan Sperry: Described as Marilyn Manson meets David Copperfield, Dan combines the art of magic with the macabre and is one of the top-10 most Googled people, thanks to a legendary "America's Got Talent" appearance.
• The Trickster, Jeff Hobson is the epitome of glamour and showmanship. Don't be fooled by his innocent appearance; Jeff has audiences laughing long after the curtain goes down.
• The Inventor, Kevin James is known for innovative illusions, is an inventor, comedian and collector of the strange and unusual. Kevin is one of the most prolific inventors of magic in the world and has created some of the most celebrated illusions of the last century.
• The Escapologist, Andrew Basso: Italy's star escape artist, Andrew considers Houdini his hero and is fast becoming one of the world's most popular illusionists. He is the only person in the world to perform Houdini's famous Water Torture Cell with absolutely no covers.
• The Deductionist, Colin Cloud, one of the greatest thought readers of all time is a psychic savant known as a real-life Sherlock Holmes. Don't play against him in a game of poker - he's never lost.
• The Daredevil, Jonathan Goodwin, is widely considered one of the most creative, skilled, and frankly crazy stunt performers in the world. He is an accomplished knife thrower, archer, escape artist, fakir, martial artist, free diver, and free climber. Unlike the other performers in the show, Jonathan is not a magician or illusionist but he will leave the audience breathless with his death-defying stunts.
• The Manipulator, An Ha Lim: The first place winner at Korea's Busan International Magic Competition (2006), Italy Club Convention Manipulation (2006) and World Magic Seminar in Asia (2007), An Ha Lim was also a Golden Lion Award winner at the World Magic Seminar in Las Vegas (2008).

SIMON PAINTER, CREATIVE PRODUCER

Simon Painter is a visionary creative theatrical producer who hails from London. Simon started his career on stage as a classical violinist, and performed the lead role for SPIRIT OF THE DANCE in Las Vegas. The first show he produced, LE GRAND CIRQUE smashed box office records at the Sydney Opera House selling over 40,000 tickets in 10 days. His two subsequent productions, AERIAL DREAMS and ADRENALINE also broke records in Sydney and across the world and achieved critical acclaim. In 2010 Simon had five versions of LE GRAND CIRQUE playing concurrently. In late 2010 Simon joined forces with Australian producer and close friend Tim Lawson and began assembling the greatest magical minds from a wide spectrum of disciplines. His production of THE ILLUSIONISTS has already performed to record breaking crowds in theatres and arenas across the globe including Australia, Mexico, Latin America, South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. In addition to THE ILLUSIONISTS: LIVE FROM BROADWAY, Simon's current projects include LE NOIR (THE DARK SIDE OF CIRQUE) and ILLUSIONISTS 2.0, both of which are currently playing extensive international tours.

Tim Lawson, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER Tim Lawson is the CEO of TML Enterprises, servicing Australia and international territories with first class musicals and family entertainment with productions spanning across over 100 cities in 20 countries. Australasian theatrical touring credits include SWEET CHARITY, BUDDY - THE MUSICAL, JOLSON starring Rob Guest, SPIRIT OF THE DANCE, OH! WHAT A NIGHT, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF starring Topol, IT'S A DAD THING!, WEARY - THE LIFE OF SIR EDWARD DUNLOP, SHOUT! THE MUSICAL, BRAVE MEN RUN IN OUR FAMILY, JEKYLL AND HYDE starring Brad Little and THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW narrated by Richard O' Brien. Tim's award winning production of A CHORUS LINE transferred to the prestigious London Palladium, and his production of CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG recently completed a 13 month tour. With partner Simon Painter, credits include LE GRAND CIRQUE, ARIEL DREAMS, ADRENALINE, LE NOIR - THE DARK SIDE OF CIRQUE, THE ILLUSIONISTS and THE ILLUSIONISTS 2.0, all enjoying record breaking success and extensive international arena and theatrical touring.

Single tickets for THE ILLUSIONISTS, starting at $15, are now on sale at www.DallasSummerMusicals.org or by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

Dallas Summer Musicals' 2016-2017 season continues with the lavish AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, Jan. 31 - Feb. 12, 2017; followed by STOMP, Feb. 14-19, 2017; THE ILLUSIONISTS, Feb. 28 - Mar. 5, 2017; LET IT BE, Mar. 7-19, 2017; KINKY BOOTS, Mar. 28 - Apr. 9, 2017; CIRCUS 1903 - THE GOLDEN AGE OF CIRCUS, May 23 - June 4, 2017; and closing the season will be THE BODYGUARD, July 18-30, 2017.

Dallas Summer Musicals highly anticipated 2017-2018 Broadway season will kick off with Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, December 5-10, 2017; followed by THE COLOR PURPLE, Jan. 23 - Feb. 4, 2018; ON YOUR FEET!, Feb. 27 - Mar. 11, 2018; WAITRESS, Mar. 28 - Apr. 8, 2018; LES MISERABLES, Apr. 24 - May 6, 2018; DISNEY'S THE LION KING, Jun. 13 - Jul. 8, 2018; LOVE NEVER DIES, Jul. 24 - Aug. 5, 2018; and closing the season will be SCHOOL OF ROCK, Aug. 15-26, 2018.

In addition, HAMILTON and ALADDIN will be presented in DSM's 2018-2019 season! Performance dates and times will be announced at a later time.

Dallas Summer Musicals' seven show season tickets start at $150 and will go on sale January 29 at 9 a.m. online at DallasSummerMusicals.org or at noon by phone at 1-866-276-4884. Beginning January 30 the call center will operate Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CST. Season tickets can also be purchased in person at the box office at 5959 Royal Lane, Suite 542 and at the Music Hall at Fair Park box office Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Royal Lane box office will permanently move its location to the Music Hall at Fair Park on February 17, 2017. Payment plan options are available. In addition, season ticket buyers have the option to include the season add-on to their season subscription, which is discounted for subscribers.

Perks of being a season ticket holder are interest-free payment options, savings over single ticket pricing, ticket exchange privileges, priority access to tickets, and free parking.

Groups of 10+ receive a 15% discount and groups of 35+ receive a 20% discount. Group orders placed before tickets go on sale to the general public get priority seating, a 15% discount to M Dining for groups of 20+, and many other great perks. Early Bird group orders of 10+ receive a 20% discount and orders of 35+ receive a 25% discount, if placed before April 28, 2017. For more information or to purchase tickets please call 214-426-4768 or e-mail groups@DallasSummerMusicals.org.

About MagicSpace Entertainment:

MagicSpace Entertainment is headed by Lee D. Marshall, Joe Marsh, John Ballard, Steve Boulay and Bruce Granath and has been producing and presenting national tours, Broadway shows, concerts and museum exhibits worldwide for over 35 years. Consistently one of the top promoters in the world, MagicSpace Entertainment typically produces and presents more than 350 events worldwide per year. Recent Broadway credits include THE ILLUSIONISTS - Witness the Impossible (Broadway & West End), Donny & Marie - A Broadway Christmas, American Idiot and RAIN - A Tribute To The Beatles On Broadway. National tour credits include THE ILLUSIONISTS - Live From Broadway, Lord of the Dance created by Michael Flatley, Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage starring in Mythbusters - Unleashed, Alton Brown Live, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis, Donny & Marie Christmas, RAIN - A Tribute to the Beatles, The Magic of David Copperfield, Circus 1903 - The Golden Age of Circus, Jesus Christ Superstar, A Chorus Line and national concert tours by Janet Jackson, Cher and Fleetwood Mac to name just a few. Touring museum exhibitions produced include Jurassic World: The Exhibition, Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs exhibition, Titanic: The Exhibition and Diana - A Celebration, St Peter and the Vatican: The Legacy of the Popes exhibition. MagicSpace Entertainment has offices in Park City and Salt Lake City, UT. www.magicspace.net.

About Dallas Summer Musicals:

For more than 75 years, the non-profit Dallas Summer Musicals Inc. (DSM) has presented the very best in Broadway to North Texas audiences. Located in the historic Music Hall at Fair Park, DSM promotes excellence in live musical theatre with year-round performances for diverse audiences of all ages, impacting the lives of children and families through education and community outreach programs, while enriching the cultural landscape of North Texas and the Southwest Region.

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, DSM relies on a variety of funding sources to offer affordable ticket prices, preserve the beautiful historic theatre, educate young audiences and develop impactful community programs.

DSM gratefully acknowledges the support of our season sponsors, annual fund donors and corporate partners American Airlines, Texas Instruments, The Dallas Morning News, and WFAA TV Channel 8. For more information about Dallas Summer Musicals, please call 214.421.5678 or visit our website at DallasSummerMusicals.org.

 

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