For lovers of magic and families looking for something to do with the kids on the weekend, Regina-based magician Sitruc James is hosting an ‘Evening of Magic and Illusion’ on Jan. 20 in partnership with The Moose Jaw & District Food Bank. The show’s tagline is “let’s make hunger disappear,” and funds will help support the food bank and anyone in the community who requires its services.
The show will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church starting at 6 p.m. and includes local comedy magician Magic by Chris along with Miss Jacqueline who will assist with a variety of stage illusions.
Chris Edwards, performing as ‘Magic by Chris,’ is no stranger to the food bank or to supporting non-profits within the community. Best known for his comedy magic and for performing children’s and family-focused entertainment, he will be one of the three magicians performing at the show.
“I was going to come in and do the opening act and be there for the kids, and then (James) would do the stage illusions after,” Edwards explained.
His routine is meant for a younger audience, but he is prepared to modify his routine for an older crowd. Regardless, Edwards’ performance will remain family-oriented, and children of all ages will appreciate the show.
“I’m going to get my daughter there as my assistant. She’s three, and she’s going to levitate on (one or) two chairs,” he said, illustrating one act he has planned for the show.
The show is hosted by Sitruc James, a magician with thousands of hours of performing experience. Performing since high school, James moved up in the magic world to include increasingly complex stage illusions. In 2019, he joined the International Brotherhood of Magicians.
“I’m a local magician from here in Saskatchewan. I’ve travelled all across Canada performing everything from close-up to grand stage illusions,” James said.
“We’re looking forward to having a great show here in Moose Jaw and raising money and some food to help the community. I think it’s very important to give back,” he said, noting that he typically holds between six and twelve fundraiser shows for non-profits annually.
“I do more grand-stage illusions. You’ll see stuff like sawing (people) in half, vanishing, and transformations. Chris (Edwards) does a lot of comedy and more parlour style magic, and Miss Jacqueline does some death-defying stunts as well as assisting in some of our larger illusions.”
The show aims to support the Moose Jaw & District Food Bank, who helps around 700 households each month.
“Any way that we can help support the people who are giving us support I think is important, and (it’s) good that we’re able to do that. I think what (the food bank is) doing is extremely important to the community,” explained Edwards.
Support for the food bank came after Edwards wanted to find ways to partner with non-profit organizations and try to help out around the community. The first partnership with the food bank began Oct. 28, 2023, at the first annual Halloween magic show.
Edwards said the show is something different and it makes a unique outing for those in the community who may feel like there isn’t much to do on weekends.
“I still remember all the magic shows that I saw when I was young, and I loved them. I think that if people come out, they’re going to have a good time, and they’re going to make some memories and go home happy.”
Tickets for the show cost $25 for adults and $10 for youths. To order your tickets, visit the Facebook page titled ‘Evening of Magic and Illusion.’ You can also contact Edwards at 306-631-7540 and tickets will be available at the door, although James has pointed out that many similar shows have sold out fast.
Posters for the show include a QR code with the link to purchase tickets online.
Everyone who attends the show is asked to bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the food bank.
St. Andrew’s United Church will be the venue and is located at 60 Athabasca Street East.
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