

Nicholas Rizzo, Magician
"Unlock your audience's imagination."

Nick Rizzo is a magician who knows some of our basic needs are to laugh, imagine, and have fun! Bring magic to life with worry-free entertainment and make any event special.

About
Experience
Nick has performed hundreds of shows since 1997. He has done strolling and close-up magic, large gatherings and event shows, and has toured the Midwest with a comedy club set. Click here for his full press bio.
Credibility
He is a member of the Society of American Magicians and is a life member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. He has been published in the Linking Ring (the Magazine for the IBM), The Journal of Magic Science, and Balloon Magic Magazine. He is the author of the book "Kids Party Magic: The Guide to Stress-Free, Fun-Filled Birthdays for Little Hosts and Big Fun!"
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Professionalism
With a background in sports, medicine, and education, Nick can relate and connect with almost any audience. Check out his Reviews and Client list below.
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Types of Shows
Let us customize a program to your needs including creating special magic effects and props for a special person. We can combine show formats such as doing Strolling Magic during a cocktail hour as a warm-up to a Platform Magic show.
CLOSE UP SHOWS AND WALK-AROUND MAGIC
Close up magic is special material done in an intimate, focused setting and creates the feel of a much bigger show. It is usually done seated around a conference, dining, or board room-style table. These conditions create a special experience for your guests and is a popular choice for small groups up to about 20.
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Walk-around magic, sometimes called Strolling Magic, is performed during casual mingling with small groups. Magic with everyday objects happens inches from your guests and often in their hands. For many events this allows for close-up, personal miracles while allowing the party to continue. This is perfect for adult birthdays, receptions, and cocktail hours.
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PLATFORM MAGIC
Sometimes called Parlor magic, this is ideal for larger groups at any seated event, from 20 to 200. Choose from a formal magic show for a family audience, or a high-energy comedy club style set for adults. Backdrops and sound are provided if needed.
The formal magic program is a 30 to 45-minute set that incorporates classics of magic with a few surprises, appropriate comedy, and audience participation. The adult comedy club-style set is a 30-minute performance and volunteers are invited onstage to share the spotlight. This set of comedy magic is full of laughter yet always respectful and family-friendly.
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FULL STAGE ILLUSION SHOWS
A formal stage program expands the experience of a Stand-up Magic program. Again, volunteers are invited onstage to share the spotlight and experience the magic firsthand. Larger illusions are available, including the Modern Art Sawing a Person in Half, Houdini's Metamorphosis Sub Trunk, and the Chair Suspension (Levitation). All equipment, sound, backdrops, and assistants are provided. Great for large audiences of 100 to 250 with access to a stage.
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CHILDREN’S SHOWS
Giggles are guaranteed with our children’s show. Children's magic is ideal for ages 4 to 10. This can also be a great way to occupy children during an adult program or meeting. Click here for our Kids' Resource Page including free activity pages and more about the book "Kids Party Magic: The Guide to Stress-Free, Fun-Filled Birthdays for Little Hosts and Big Fun!"




Clients


Media
Press Kit
Media Bio
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Client List
Reviews
Services
In the News
The Star Newspaper: Share in the Fun (Article)
The Star Newspaper: How 'Salami', Magic Came to Share Stage (Article)
Beverly Review: Trinity Courtyard to Twist Usual Fare with Magic (Article)
Southtown Newspaper: Doctor has Prescription for Full Life (Article)
Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club (Advertisement)
The Reporter: A Spectacular Scene in the middle of the green in Oak Lawn (Article)
Second Annual Celebration of Life (Article)
Publications
Kids Party Magic: The Guide to Stress-free, Fun-filled Birthdays for Little Hosts and Big Fun! (Book)
The Linking Ring: When Opportunity Knocks, Where are We? (Article)
Balloon Magic Magazine: Feature
Journal of Magic Research: Assessing Audience Reactions (Article)

Pictures from the Past
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