Thursday, May 16, 2013

It's Magic!

Captain Jim's Magic Show

I've written about Magic Carpets and Magic Apples, both the product of rubbing my two brain cells together.  But this, ladies and gentlemen, was magic up close and personal.  Not on TV, not from an elaborate stage.  Nope, this was my first live and in person magic show.  

Our dear friend, Sallie, generously opened her home and arranged some magical entertainment for our enjoyment for our latest Cheers get together, and it was a blast.  

Captain Jim has an interesting story, and magic is his second career, but that's all I'll say as he prefers to weave his story into the show.

After he had introduced himself and told a little about the show and how he got started, he chose a volunteer from the audience.  "What is your name?" he asked.  

"Jim," replied the volunteer.

"Hmmm...you know JIM stands for Jim Is Magic!"

Moving on to the next act, he chose another volunteer.  "What is your name?" he asked. 

"Jim," responded the next person.

"Really???"

Three of the four Jims in our group were present that night, and you know it can get interesting when someone calls out "Hey Jim".  All heads turn and three guys respond.

Getting back to the show, Captain Jim did mind tricks, rope tricks, card tricks, appearing dove tricks, and made objects move through solid surfaces, each with carefully chosen musical accompaniment. 

It was a magical night of illusion and fun.  Many thanks to Sallie for setting this up.

6 comments:

  1. I can't say I've ever witness magic up close and personal. Except when my dad would show off his talent when we were little kids :)

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  2. I have been to a couple of magic shows in Vegas but for the life of me, I don't remember who they were. Not because they weren't great but because my memory sucks. I find their illusions and tricks fascinating.

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  3. What a fun event in such an intimate setting. Magical, indeed!

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  4. A wealth of Jims and it sounds like a wealth of fun. I love magic!

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  5. Babs- I hadn't either, but it was great!

    Cheryl- I think a Vegas show would be such fun, but the small group was nice, too. We were up close and still didn't know how he did it.

    Hilary- It was magic up close and personal.

    Meleah- Yes, it was!

    Talon- Our gatherings are always fun, and this special entertainment made it even better.

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