The Kentucky Center-Whitney Hall

Kentucky Performing Arts presents THE ILLUSIONISTS: MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS

Sunday, November 27, 2022 | 6:30PM | The Kentucky Center – Whitney Hall

Celebrate the holidays with the entire family at The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays, a mind-blowing showcase featuring jaw-dropping talents of the most incredible illusionists on earth. The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

CHRIS COX knows what you’re thinking. You’re thinking, who the hell is Chris Cox? Lucky you’re reading this then! He’s a multi-award winning 'mind reader who can't read minds’ and the only mind-reader in history to have played New York’s Broadway, London’s West End & Sydney Opera House having been seen live by over 750,000 people. He’s the star of the BBC’s Chris Cox’s Mind Boggling Magic and Killer Magic. The UK’s Guardian Newspaper says he is “one of the most exciting entertainers in Britain”. Though Chris is far too modest to mention it. Instagram: @magiccox Twitter: @bigcox Facebook @ILoveCox Web: magiccox.com

HYUNJOON KIM was born in 1991 in Korea. He started showing interest in magic at age 12. As he was winning awards in competitions at the early age of 14, he surfaced as an extremely talented young magician to the Korean magic industry. He won the Grand Prix at the Italian International Magic Competition at the young age of 16. After that, he won numerous magic contests in Hong Kong, Russia, England, etc. and has won seven awards including Champion at the American Magic Championship. His expertise is in manipulation using pure hand technique. It requires extreme discipline and a highly skilled technique that he has transformed into an art form as kin as a sharp knife. Anyone who sees his performance is amazed, as his skill sets are a form of art proven through his winning the top prize at the world magic championship FISM in 2012. Now you can also experience the art of nextlevel magic. hyunjoonkim.com Instagram: @hyunjoonkim_artist PABLO CÁNOVAS, the young enchanting Spanish magician, Pablo, has made himself known internationally as a prodigy. Pablo held the record 3 times for the youngest illusionist winner in Spain. The recognition of his extraordinary skills granted him the title “Golden Magician” in Paris, France “Magician D’Or” and the winning title of “Heir of Illusion” in the house of Magic. Pablo was welcomed to perform all over Europe with reputable international events like “The Royal Garden” or “The Art of Magic”. Pablo allows his audience to remain a captivating and charmed curiosity throughout his talent and he displays beauty when performing. He allows minds to be opened and really put into doubt on what one actually sees. Instagram: @pablo.canovas PAUL DABEK started his career in show business when at the age of 4, dressed in top hat and cape (a blanket from the back of the sofa) he sold his parents two tickets to his first one-man show held in the family's living room. His costume may have changed, but his love for the art form has not and to date he is widely regarded as one of the funniest magicians on the planet having performed across 6 continents, from Broadway and London’s West End to the Las Vegas strip for celebrities, royalty and many fortune 500 companies. An accomplished magician, comedian and actor Paul's skills have won him

massive critical acclaim, Time Out magazine named him 'a superb showman!’ and The Times of London described his performance as ‘simply stunning.’ Paul has performed in sold-out seasons on both London’s West End and Broadway stages as the host of The Illusionists and is delighted to be returning. Most recently he was a member of the creation and opening cast of Cirque du Soleil’s latest Las Vegas hit-show show Mad Apple appearing at legendary New York New York Hotel and Casino for over 100 shows. pauldabek.com Instagram: @pauldabek Website:

JAMES MORE is currently one of the world’s leading and most viral illusionists. He first made an impact after an incredible run on Britain’s Got Talent back in 2013 and has the most viewed audition from his series with over 100 million hits on YouTube. The Britishborn illusionist continued to make waves with his own sellout tour, Theatre of Illusion. Thereafter, he was approached by the world’s largest touring magic show, The Illusionists! Having performed with the show in five continents around the globe, More became the first British magician in history to appear on New York’s infamous Broadway. His growing reputation also includes special guest appearances on, The Ellen Degeneres Show and NBC’s, America’s got Talent, as well as numerous other television appearances around the world. Instagram | Facebook | Twitter @jamesmoremagic

70TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON 22/23

An intimate performance to start a new Christmas tradition!

Based on the short story by O. Henry Music by David Conte Libretto by Nicholas Giardini

December 15, 16, 18, 20, 22 The Opera Center

708 Magazine Street

Tickets On Sale! 502.584.4500 www.KYOpera.org

Commonwealth of Kentucky, The Honorable Andy Beshear, Governor Tourism, Arts & Heritage Cabinet | The Honorable Mike Berry, Secretary | The Kentucky General Assembly

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EVENTS CALENDAR

NOVEMBER

11-13 Kentucky Opera Maria de Buenos Aires 8PM, The Brown Theatre kyopera.org 18 Impractical Jokers: Sal Vulcano 7PM, The Brown Theatre kentuckyperformingarts.org 19 Louisville Orchestra Tchaikovsky’s 4th 7:30PM, The Kentucky Center louisvilleorchestra.org 26 Louisville Orchestra Pops Special: Holiday Pops 11AM, 7:30PM, The Kentucky Center louisvilleorchestra.org 29-12/4 PNC Broadway in Louisville Pretty Woman: The Musical The Kentucky Center kentuckyperformingarts.org

DECEMBER

2-4 Louisville Orchestra Handel’s Messiah 7:30PM, The Kentucky Center louisvilleorchestra.org 4 Comedian Brian Regan 7PM, The Brown Theatre kentuckyperformingarts.org 10 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical 2PM, 7PM, The Brown Theatre kentuckyperformingarts.org 14 Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart featuring Michael Cleveland, Sierra Hull, Justin Moses, Mark Schatz, and Bryan Sutton 8PM, The Brown Theatre kentuckyperformingarts.org 15, 16, 18, 20, 22 Kentucky Opera The Gift of the Magi The Brown Theatre KYOpera.org 27 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas 7PM, The Kentucky Center kentuckyperformingarts.org 30 Shen Yun: China Before Communism 7:30PM, The Kentucky Center kentuckyperformingarts.org