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• Thursday, June 24 at 3:00 pm-virtual Amazing Magic Show for the Lyons Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Saturday, June 26 at 11:00 am – virtual Science Magic Show for the Tacoma Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Monday, June 28 at 2:00 pm – virtual Amazing Magic Show for the Camas Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Wednesday, June 30 at 3:00 pm – virtual Science Magic Show for the Kitsap Regional Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Tuesday, July 6 at 10:30 am – North Olympic Library System (inquire for Zoom link)
• Wednesday, July 7 at 3:00 pm – Independence Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Thursday, July 8 at 3:00 pm – Prescott Public Library (Prescott, WA)
• Friday, July 9 at 10:00 am – College Place Library (outdoors at Lions Park)
• Friday, July 9 at 12:30 am – Burbank Public Library
• Friday, July 9 at 3:00 pm – Touchet Public Library
• Tuesday, July 13 at 2:30 pm – Tigard Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Thursday, July 15 – Sunday, July 18 – Whidbey Island Area Fair (strolling/street shows daily throughout the fairgounds); gate admission required)
• Thursday, July 22 at 8:00 am – Bucks Free Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Thursday, July 22 at 11:00 am – Buckley Youth Activity Center (outdoor stage)
• Thursday, July 22 at 4:00 pm – Stayton Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Thursday, July 22 at 7:00 pm – Silver Falls Public Library (inquire for Zoom link)
• Saturday, July 24 at 12:30 pm – Love Oly (downtown Olympia in front of the Capitol Theater)
• Monday, July 26 at 2:00 pm – Spokane County Library District (inquire for Zoom link)
• Thursday, July 29 at 4:00 pm – JBLM Book Patch Library (free for anyone who can access JBLM)
• Saturday, July 31 at 12:00 pm – Wilkeson Handcar Races (held outdoors at Coke Oven Park)
• Friday, August 6 at 2:00 pm – Ocean Shores Public Library
• Saturday, August 7 at 7:00 pm – Tacoma Public Library Science Magic Show
• Tuesday, August 10 at 6:30 pm – City of Lacey (outdoors at Huntamer Park)
• Thursday, August 12 – Saturday, August 21 – Northwest Washington Fair (Lynden, WA – two stage shows daily); gate admission required)
• Friday, August 27 – Pacific County Fair (stage shows at 1:00 and 5:00 pm; gate admission required)
• September 9 and 10 – Okanogan County Fair (two stage shows daily; gate admission required)

“UFO Fest” magician Jeff Evans wows these Earthlings at the Thurston County Fairgrounds

Say hi if you’re able to attend a show! And be a fan on Facebook for updates about public shows. For more details about any performance or for booking information contact Jeff Evans at (360) 412-5064 or send e-mail to jeff[at]amazementproductions.com.

Each June hundreds of high school graduates are wowed by grad party magician Jeff Evans. Treat your graduate to an experience of wonder and clean comedy they’ll talk about long afterwards. Availability is very limited as most graduations are packed into a two-week period in early June.

“Jeff was great! Would definitely recommend him. In fact, next year’s room parents have already expressed an interest in Jeff for Grad Night! He was a pleasure to work with and the girls really enjoyed the show!”
      -Stephanie Nicols, Forest Ridge High School grad night committee

It happens each year in early June.  I transform into a zombie, becoming a creature of the night and desperately seeking to sleep when the sun rises.  It’s the return of… HIGH SCHOOL GRAD PARTIES!  And, I have to say that high school grads are some of the most fun audiences to perform for anywhere!  Everyone is in a party mood and there to have fun.  They all know each other and have four or eight or more years of inside jokes to sling at each other.

Some high schools book me year-after-year and it’s as much a tradition for me as it is for the school. I am super impressed with how much work the parents put into making this event a huge success for their kids.

For availability and booking information for grad party magician Jeff Evans call toll-free (877) 412-5064 or e-mail jeff[at]amazementproductions.com.

Thurston Talk focuses on South Sound people and businesses, and local writer Mary-Ellen Psaltis included me in her article promoting small area businesses. Read it all at Shop Local Thurston County Businesses For Kids’ Gifts This Holiday Season

I was thrilled to recognize several of the people and businesses included in this article. I’ve purchased several items from Captain Little to use as props and materials for my themed magic shows. Shipwreck Beads is an incredible place for crafty people. (I imagine business is going great for them, as people during the pandemic are doing more projects like this. They also have a huge online business, which is a plus.) Joy Ride Bicycles has super people and have helped me with parts, tune-ups, and bike purchases for over fifteen years.

Here’s a fun story: in 2000 Mary-Ellen’s son, Kosta, attended South Bay Elementary. She hired me to instruct a series of after-school enrichment magic workshops. Twelve years after that, our paths crossed again when Kosta and I both raced cyclocross (though in different categories – he’s way faster than me). Mary-Ellen’s husband, Greg, have frequently done yoga at the gym together. It’s wonderful being connected to people for over two decades like this!

If you are planning a pand-EPIC holiday party for your associates or friends and family, consider adding my socially-distanced, hand-washed, santa-tized Zoom Holiday Magic Show. Call me in Olympia toll-free (877) 412-5064 or send e-mail to jeff[at]amazementproductions.com for availability and prices.

This isn’t your normal holiday season, so there will be no Santa Breakfasts, Festival of Lights, or numerous celebrations for the holidays where I’m performing. However, there are several opportunities for you to see me from the comfort of… well, where you are right now – your phone, tablet, computer, or holographic-whatever!

Thursday, December 3 at 6:30 pm: I’m debuting my Holiday Magic Show for the Kitsap Regional Library. It’s free and open to the public. https://krl.zoom.us/j/93985554305 More info is on the library’s website, though no registration is required.

Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 3:00 pm: See my Amazing Magic Show via Zoom for the Klamath County Library District. This is part of their Winter Performance Series and, for a first, this is a library that I’ve never performed for in real-life. It was recently featured in an article in The Herald and News. Register through the library’s website.

Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at 1:00 pm: The Salem Public Library wanted something fun for families during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, and a little magic seemed perfect! I’m predicting a big turnout for this Zoom program. Register to attend for free at the library’s website.

Of course, I’m also doing several other virtual events for schools, private parties, and corporate clients, but those are all… well, none of your business 🙂 If you’re looking for a wonderful gift for your staff, associates, or friends and family, my Zoom Holiday Magic Show is just the ticket! Call toll-free (877) 412-5064 or send e-mail to jeff[at]amazementproductions.com to check on availability and pricing.

In the meantime, I wish you a hand-washed, socially-distanced, face-covered, warm-hearted Happy Holidays!

Jeff Evans visited the Philippines to attend the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians convention. The convention was held in Manila, but the morning after the convention Jeff was on a small jet for the rural island of Palawan.

The purpose was simply to play tourist: diving, snorkeling, island hopping, and having an authentic experience in the beautiful Philippines. But being a magician is like having a super power: everyone loves the feeling of amazement, and Jeff made it a point to perform for each of the host families at the three airbnbs where he stayed and for the crew and fellow passengers on the island hopping tour.

“I brought some magic props with me for a couple of reasons; first, I knew I’d have some free time and practicing magic is how I like to spend my time. But I also really wanted to perform magic for the people that I met while traveling. It was definitely the right decision: magic is universal, and even though many of the people I met and performed for spoke very little English, there was never a problem communicating with them when performing magic. The art of magic works in all languages and cultures.”

-Jeff Evans

Jeff spent time in Coron, where he made six scuba dives to Japanese vessels that were sunk the end of World War II by United States Navy. After that he joined the Tao Philippines island hopping tour: five days spent on different islands. The crew provided fresh, delicious meals and snacks each day. Each evening was spent on a bamboo hut on a different island. During the day the ship would sail to different locations for snorkeling, visiting local villages, or for exploring pristine, deserted beaches. The cruise ended up in El Nido. After one day outside of El Nido, Jeff traveled south to Sabang and the Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park.

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  I was cheating with a rope harness; the locals scamper up the trunks with their bare feet.

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  Cutting open the buko, or coconut, for the fresh milk

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  That’s a giant clam, and it quickly closes when you bring your fin (or anything else) nearby. I had read about these as a kid growing up, and it was very cool to experience it in real life.

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  Picture perfect: our colorful huts were just yards from the water.

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  Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park in Sabang

The real magic of the Philippines isn’t a card trick. It isn’t a fresh coconut, or sandy beach, or colorful coral. The real magic were the wonderful, friendly Filipinos who were happy to help, fun to be around, incredibly hard-working, and super-friendly. Salamat!

As I’m writing this post, schools throughout the nation – and many around the globe – are closed to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. As such, kids suddenly find themselves at home with a ton of unexpected free time. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn the art of magic.

A number of years ago I created the Magic Tricks and Secrets video course in magic. There are two volumes; volume 2 is currently sold out, but volume 1 is ready to be shipped. Regular price through my website is $14.95 + shipping/handling, but I want to make it even more affordable to get it into the hands of kids and families quarantined at home or practicing social distancing. Your special price is just $11.95 + $3 shipping/handling, and most orders ship next business day. This is a limited-time offer while Washington state schools are cancelled for the coronavirus, so order yours today!

“I love magic, but I’m a not a kid anymore.” That’s OK – magic is for all ages! I chose these particular effects because they’re easy to learn and perform, but they work if you’re looking for a fun trick to show the guys and gals at the office, too.

If you’re not already, find me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @jeffevansmagic. Stay healthy, and enjoy sharing the art of magic with a friend!