The Magic Play

Credits

By : Andrew Hinderaker

Directed by : Halena Kays

Co-produced with : Actors Theatre of Louisville and Portland Center Stage

With Magic Created By : Brett Schneider

April 25 - May 13, 2018

"The combination of polished acting and seamless magic makes for a unique performance that--in terms of widespread appeal and sheet entertainment value--won't be topped anytime soon..." - Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard

"...intriguing and mystifying...," "...positively entrancing...," and "a truly extraordinary experience." - BroadwayWorld.com

"The Magic Plage will most certainly leave you on the edge of your seat." - Isabella Lantry, student at Baldwinsville's C.W. Baker High School

Description

Acclaimed magician, illusion designer, and actor Brett Schneider stars in a mind-blowing spectacle that combines the allure of a live magic show with engaging drama. A successful young magician, reeling from a recent romantic break-up, struggles to keep his off-stage reality from undermining his on stage illusions. Magic tricks highlight this one-of-kind and uplifting theatrical experience. ** The Magic Play contains adult situations and language**

Read the program here.

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EVENTS

Post-Show Talkback

SUNDAY, APRIL 29, immediately following the 7 PM performance
Stay in your seat after the show for a talkback with The Magic Play cast moderated by Syracuse Stage Artistic Director Bob Hupp.

WEDNESDAY@1

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 @ 1 PM (Before the 2 PM matinee)
Take a closer look at the illusions in The Magic Play with magician James Warren. He is a distinguished illusionist who has performed hundreds of times at The Magic Castle, the famous private club for magicians in Hollywood. Warren also performs nationwide for schools, conferences, and private parties, providing a close-up view of magic. He has performed for and delighted celebrities such as Michelle Pfeiffer, Goldie Hawn, Warren Beatty, Smokey Robinson, and Sinbad.

HAPPY HOUR

THURSDAY, MAY 3 @ 6 PM (Performance at 7:30 PM)
Join us before the show for a happy hour featuring half-priced and $5 drink specials and complimentary appetizers courtesy of Maxwells.

PROLOGUE

SATURDAY, MAY 5 @ 2 PM (Performance at 3:00 PM)

An intimate, insightful pre-show discussion with the actors an hour before curtain.

DINNER & SHOW

WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 @ 6 PM (Performance at 7:30 PM)
The perfect date night? This may be it. Enjoy a buffet dinner catered by Phoebe’s Restaurant & Coffee Lounge in our lobby followed by The Magic Play. Dinner at 6:00, show at 7:30. Simply select “Dinner and Show” from the dropdown menu when purchasing tickets.