Masterson Magic
About
Sean Masterson's Timeless Magic imaginatively combines sleight-of-hand, mind blowing illusions, and audience participation. Masterson's skills as an actor bring the magic to life through stories, masks and puppets (who also perform amazing feats of magic).
“...magician/raconteur Sean Masterson and his eye-popping, mind-boggling parlor tricks” Lawrence Bommer, The Chicago Reader, reviewing Vintage Magic
Sean has been entertaining Chicago audiences with his close up and stage magic for 25 years. In 2017 he performed at the Old Town Art Fair, The Skokie Theater and The Acorn Theater in Three Oaks, MI. last year, in addition to his private party performances, Sean made 50 appearances in local children’s hospitals.
The Tribune's Kerry Reid described Magic Matinee as “Prestidigitation for the Harry Potter generation, with a minimum of flash and a maximum of understated showmanship...”. In reviewing Conjuring Time, Chicago Tribune critic Chris Jones noted that Sean is "...very skilled and highly entertaining".
"Sean Masterson’s family magic show blends humor, whimsy, and impressive illusions into a performance that is gentle enough for the youngest magic enthusiast, and intriguing enough to keep adults guessing. Masterson’s stage presence, from his classic clothing to his illustrated backdrop and 1920s-style French jazz music, harkens back to a bygone era of entertainment. Participatory, fun, and unique, the show had young audience members asking questions and attempting their own magic tricks, even as they made their way out the door!"
Aly Krawczyk
Youth Services Librarian, Barrington Area Library
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Will need an idea of the event: number of people attending and the occasion. Where the venue is located and contact information.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Sean Masterson has been entertaining Chicago audiences with his close up and stage magic for 25 years. In 2017 he performed at the Old Town Art Fair, The Skokie Theater and The Acorn Theater in Three Oaks, MI. last year, in addition to his private party performances, Sean made 50 appearances in local children’s hospitals.