David Parr’s ♦ Magical Thinking at Smoke & Mirrors Theater in House of Magic

David Parr brings Magical Thinking to the House of Magic!

David Parr has been thinking about magic for more than fifty years. It
began at age seven, when he received a magic set as a gift. Since then,
he has brought the experience of mystery and wonder to audiences all
over the world — and he even fooled Penn & Teller on their hit TV
show Fool Us and won a guest spot in their stage show in Las Vegas!
David is thrilled to bring his new show, Magical Thinking, to the House
of Magic on August 8 & 9.

The show is a celebration of the power of magical thinking, and it takes a look at the human desire to experience things that make us feel a sense of awe or wonder.

“Human beings are magical thinkers,” says David. “We find joy in imagining that the impossible is possible.”

Through games and storytelling, history and folklore, David explores the
ways in which magic provides a respite from the restrictions of the
everyday world: objects vanish and transform, time seems to rewind,
hidden thoughts are revealed, and spooky spirits drop in to visit. David
is a true master of the art of magic, and he invites you to join him for an
enchanting evening of wonder and amazement! 

David Parr is an internationally acclaimed magician who has devoted his life to sharing the experience of mystery with audiences around the world. In addition to winning the trophy on the TV show Penn & Teller: Fool Us, David was the first artist in residence at the Chicago Magic Lounge, where his Cabinet of Curiosities show enjoyed a very successful yearlong run. David also created and costarred in The Magic Cabaret, with an amazing ten-year run, and a show that was chosen by the Travel Channel as one of the top nine magic shows in the nation! (Because top ten lists are so passé.)

In the secret world of magicians, David is best known for his theatrical performing style and for his writing and teaching skills. He has published several highly regarded books for magicians and was a featured columnist and editor for the world’s top magic journal. His thought-provoking writings about the art of magic have also been featured in publications in the UK, Germany, France, Australia, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden. David recently returned to the Chicago Magic Lounge with his new show Magical Thinking, which garnered rave reviews from theater critics:

“Parr’s secret is found in his ebullient personality and interactions with the audience. He seems like someone you’d want to spend an evening with anywhere, not just while he is performing on a stage; he’s just that enjoyable to spend time with.” — Chicago Online
“You will see tricks that will astound you, amaze you and make you scratch your head. Each one seems to outdo the previous one and the
finale will leave you speechless!” — Around the Town Chicago

“It’s no wonder that magician David Parr fooled master magicians Penn
and Teller so completely. When you can fool the best, you ARE the best!” — Behind the Curtain  BYOB 21+ Tix 16+