Tacoma Company Holiday Party

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Jeff

It’s February now and Christmas is long past, but Dr. Rick Molen just e-mailed me these great photos from his company holiday party at the Pacific Grill in downtown Tacoma.  I performed both mingle magic during the cocktail hour as well as my after dinner show.  Everyone received “Souvenir Magic Tricks” to learn and perform.  It was great fun seeing guests putting on their own “show” for their table!  (Ask me for more info on this option for any show.)

Interestingly, last year I performed for Dr. Rick’s brother, Dr. David Molen, for his company holiday party.  Get this – their other brother is a  doctor, and their father is too!  What an incredible family.  Learn more about Dr. Rick’s practice at http://www.molenorthodontics.com and Dr. David’s practice at www.molensurgery.com.

Dr. Rick and Dr. David are also both members of Saturn Barter.  I’ve been a fan of barter for years, and belong to the Itex and BizXchange barter organizations also.  Saturn Barter is very active in the Pierce and Thurston county area, while BizXchange is strongest in King county.  If you’re interested in becoming a member, ask and I can put you in touch with the right person.

Prime dates in December go fast, so it’s never too early to plan ahead for your company holiday party in Tacoma!  Call me in Olympia toll-free (877) 412-5064 or send e-mail to jeff@amazementproductions.com for availabilty and entertainment options.

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Daddy-Daughter Dance Magic

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Jeff

Many schools and parks and recreation departments hold Father-Daughter or Daddy-Daughter Dances, and last night I was part of the big shindig at Curtis High School in University Place. It was sponsored by the University Place Parks and Recreation Department. They’ve been doing this for several years, and it is hugely popular; they sold out at 650 people! It was neat seeing the dads and girls all dressed up. There was a professional photograher (with multiple photographers and sets, to handle the number of people), cookies and cupcakes and refreshments, and of course DANCING.

Leanna Mason with Entertainment Masters did an excellent job. At any one time there were hundreds of girls dancing and dozens of dads doing likewise. Leanna led the group in dances and limbo.

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Real Job of Making Magic

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Jeff

Evergreen Christian School in Olympia, Washington invited me to perform magic as a reward for a recenty fundraising campaign. Laurie O’Brien with www.thurstontalk.com attended, took photos, interviewed me, and transformed the 45 minute show into a fantastic article. She also captured some very magical momednts from the show and was nice enough to share them with me. Thanks, Laurie!

The Real Job of Making Magic – Olympia’s Own Jeff Evans
By Laurie O’Brien

He didn’t attend Hogwarts, but Jeff Evans started studying magic at about the same age his fictional counterparts were heading off to their first year at the legendary school of witchcraft and wizardry.

When he was twelve years old, Evans made a life altering discovery at his grandparent’s home in Spokane, Washington. There he happened upon a vintage book of coin tricks, a forty year old text filled with classic sleight-of-hand magic. He started reading and quickly mastered his first illusion…

Read all about it at http://www.thurstontalk.com/2012/01/22/the-real-job-of-making-magic-olympias-own-jeff-evans/.

 

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Rotary Club of Ballard

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Jeff

Thanks Ken, Cameron, and the members of the Rotary Club of Ballard for a great time yesterday!  Looking out at Shilshoe Bay from Anthony’s Homeport Restaurant, they DO have the best view of any Rotary Club.

 

Thanks to Rotarian Ken for taking and sharing these photos.  And I’m still laughing about Henry, aka “George”, who was a hoot helping out in the show.

 

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More Holiday Magic

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Jeff

2011 went out like a lion!  December had me performing for holiday parties in Bellevue, Everett, White Center, Tacoma*, Clallam Bay, Federal Way*, Lakewood, Algona, Aberdeen, Renton*, Salem, Seattle*Issaquah, Olympia*, Richmond Beach, Kirkland, Kenmore, Raymond, Winlock, and Lacey.

*Two or more performances.

 

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Tacoma Festival of Trees

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Jeff

Last night magician Rick Anderson and I performed close-up magic for the Multicare/Franciscan Healthcare System’s annual Festival of Trees.  We’ve been part of the event nearly every year for the past nine years.  It’s always a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit with the fantastically-decorated trees that they have!

“You were absolutely FABULOUS last night.  I continue to be amazed by the large gathering of kids you had surrounding you every time I looked your way…..WOW!… Again, thank you for all the smiles you bring…..they are truly a joy to behold!”
-Koleen K., Executive Assistant, Multicare Health System

The Greater Tacoma Convention Center is filled with trees, photos with Santa, live holiday music, and a video tribute to staff from the various Multicare clinics and hospitals.  There is also a holiday shop for buying gifts, food and refreshments, and, of course, magic.

It was also nice seeing several people that I’ve met over the years, along with a couple of clients, like my friends the Nelson family who had me perform for Breyanna’s 12th birthday party in Tacoma last year.

 

 

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Kids Birthday Party Magic Shows

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Jeff

I met my #1 Fan last weekend!  I performed for Liam’s 7th birthday party in Olympia.  He had seen me perform for his school, Roosevelt Elementary, two times and even bought my Magic Tricks and Secrets DVD.  His mom had mentioned that she “made his year” by booking me for his birthday party, but I guess the meaning of that didn’t really hit me until I walked up his driveway and saw him animatedly smiling and waving to me in the front window.

Liam was talking a mile a minute and was soo excited to see me.  He had even written a letter to me and presented it to me that day.  He’d included a hand-made stamp and glued it in place on the outside of the envelope.  Now THAT’S good!

Birthday Party Magician Jeff Evans

His mom and dad video recorded the whole show.  I predict that it will be one of those home videos that you watch after growing up and just laugh and laugh about.  Liam had the time of his life.  Towards the end of the show I had him helping with a trick and I noticed that his hair was wet like he’d been swimming or playing outside earlier in the day.  I asked him about it, and his folks decided that he had just worked up a sweat watching my show!  He was out of his seat more than in it, so I guess that was it.  It’s nearly a week later and I am smiling as I post this just thinking back on it.

His mom, Megan, was kind enough to post an awesome review for me.

“I will tell you, Liam had the best time of his life. We thought he was going to spontaneously combust! Everyone has been talking about the show and how amazing it was. You just did such an amazing job in every way and everyone thought so. Seriously, the adults have not stopped talking about it either. I will be singing your praises for years to come! You MADE my sons birthday, and probably his year! I will make sure any of the quality photos head your way, and of course refer you to everyone! I think there were some grandparents there who will most definitely do the same as well. You exceeded all of our expectations.  Thanks again so so much for putting such a big smile on Liam’s face!
      -Megan Kirkpatrick

Thank you, Megan!  It’s people like you that make my job so enjoyable.  Read this and more reviews from clients online at http://local.yahoo.com/info-22241729-amazement-productions-olympia.

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Halloween Magic Shows

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Jeff

Halloween has always been one of my favorite times of the year.  I used to decorate my room and put on a mini “haunted house” for my brother and friends.  After I was too old to trick-or-treat I had almost as much fun rigging up jokes and gags for kids visiting my house for Halloween.  Now I look at the Youtube videos of people who decorate their houses and synchronize lights to Halloween music and am blown away.

Each year I get to perform for several Halloween parties.  Last Friday I performed for CRG Events in Seattle, then headed to Lacey for a Family Night at Horizons Elementary.  CRG is an event and meeting planning company and they work with tons of corporate clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.  Several of the staff brought in their young kids, and I was impressed with how many of the employees dressed in elaborate costumes.  (That’s the sign of a cool company!)

Saturday it was Justus’ birthday party in Lacey and then to White Center for the Halloween Carnival sponsored by the King County Parks and Recreation.  It’s my third consecutive year performing for the Carnival, and Darlene and her crew always do a fantastic job of decorating.  It was great seeing so many people in the community coming and participating.

The evening finished off in Ocean Shores for the Quinault Beach Resort and Casino’s Halloween and costume party bash.  I got to see a ton of great costumes.  I especially like the original ones that you need to look at and think about for a second to “get it.”  The most unusual was the “chicken lady.”  Wonder if she’s giving out Peeps at her house?  Hope she doesn’t get egged, that would be fowl.  (Sorry, too easy!)

Have a spooky and fun Halloween…

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Lacey Children’s Day

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Jeff

Lacey Parks and Recreation recently hosted the Lacey Children’s Day festival.  I checked my records, and my first magic workshops through Lacey Parks and Rec were in 1995.  Dang!

The festival is free and fun with a bunch of activities and entertainment for kids.  When I arrived I was glad to see physical comic Bill Robison on the Huntamer Park stage.  He has this incredible rubber face with the most insane expressions.  His choreographed fight with an invisible fly is pure genius.

Reptile Island Petting Zoo brought a giant tortoise, alligators, Komodo dragon, & more.  You can’t beat reptiles! Last year I performed on stage, and this year I performed strolling magic.  Since the weather was a bit drizzly early on, I went where families were waiting in line and caused a commotion there.  Many thanks to Irene of Lacey who took some great photos and shared them with me.  Her grandson, Austin, is a big fan of mine.  He’s seen me perform at the Lacey Timberland Library and taken my Amazement Magic Workshop through Lacey Parks and Rec.

Speaking of workshops, Amazement Productions is hosting two upcoming workshops through Lacey Parks and Recreation:  one on November 1, 2011 and another on November 22, 2011.  Both are held at Lacey City Hall.  Attendees not only receive the props and hands-on instruction, but also receive my Magic Tricks and Secrets DVD covering each routine.  No more forgetting an important element… like the secret!

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Chelan County Fair

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Jeff

Wenatchee, Cashmere, and Leavenworth are some of the prettiest areas of the state, and it was wonderful returning to perform for the Chelan County Fair.  A bonus was that my buddy, juggler and crazy action comic Alex Zerbe, was also on the bill.  He’s talented and creative and a blast to hang out with.

 

The weather was hot – triple digits – so one day Entertainment Chair Mike Everson took Alex and me to the Wenatchee River for a quick dip.  (It was c-o-l-d, so it had to be quick!)

A bonus of performing in the area is that I get to catch up with my friend and magician Mel Babcock.  Mel is the best maker of quality wood crafted props anywhere, and it’s always a highlight of my trip to get to visit his woodshop in Cashmere.

It’s easier and faster for me to post photos to my Facebook account, so to keep up with the newest and best updates, please like my fan page.

Visit my website for more info on my family friendly magic for fairs and festivals.

 

 

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