Monday, December 7, 2009
Miracles & Magic to Open in Cincinnati in October 2010
Talent, ticket availability and additional information will be announced in the coming months.
The date has been set for October 22nd and 23rd.
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing the magic, comedy and hope with the children this show supports.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Columbus Ohio Miracles & Magic Dates and Info
The Opening Act: Friday, March 19th at Martini Park - Ticket packages starting from $100
The Midwest's largest annual grand illusion and variety show: Saturday March 20th. Matinee showtimes times to be released on January 1, 2010 and available at all Ticketmaster outlets.
To learn more about the show visit www.MiraclesAndMagic.com
to learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Produced By Jon Petz: www.JonPetz.com
Saturday, August 1, 2009
TICKETS NOW ON SALE....September 12, 2:00pm show
2009 Dayton show features:
Tom Burgoon:
With an entrepreneurial career that spans over four decades, Tom Burgoon has wowed and impressed audiences coast to coast both on land and sea. His unique brand of comedy and magic has been showcased to a vast audience, with venues including everything from cruise lines to corporate clients such as 3M, Coca Cola and NASA. From comedy clubs and stage events in Las Vegas, Reno and L.A. to performing for President George W. Bush at the Inaugural Ball in Washington D.C., Tom has branded his unparalleled one-of-a-kind-show across our country and he has become on of the most in demand performers today. As magic is his first love, it is only befitting that you will find him performing at the Magic Castle in Hollywood – a conjurer's delight and layman's mystical dream come true.
Matt Jergens:
Matt learned how to juggle over fifteen years ago, back in his senior year of high school. One of his fellow students taught him how to toss and catch two objects in one hand using clay balls that they made in pottery class. From that small bit of success, a spark ignited. Matt has now performed around the world and over the seas for cruise lines, corporate and family events of all types.
Jon Petz
As a motivational speaker and comedy magician, Jon has addressed audiences or performed from such venues as the Sydney Opera House in Australia, Columbus Ohio’s Crew stadium, and entertained in Paris, London, Las Vegas, New York, Chicago and more for groups of 10 to over 25,000. Jon has appeared on NBC, ABC, FOX, CBS, ESPN, The Food Network, Outdoor Channel and Lifetime. He has been the opening act or appeared with artists such as The American Idol Tour 2007 & 2008, Rascall Flatts, The Pointer Sisters, Tracy Lawrence, Charlie Daniels Band, KC & the Sunshine Band, Wynona Judd, Kenny Loggins, Peter Cetera, Diamond Rio and many others.
Monday, July 20, 2009
SHOWTIME announced for Dayton Miracles And Magic
SHOWTIME has been announced and will take place at 2:00pm on Saturday. Tickets will go on sale to the public on August 1st via the www.MiraclesAndMagic.com website.
2009 Features the talents of Tom Burgoon, Matt Jergens and Jon Petz.
To learn more about the show visit www.MiraclesAndMagic.com
to learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Talent Announced for Dayton Miracles & Magic
Matt Jergens will be making his 5th appearance in a Miracles & Magic production (2002, 2003, 2005 in Columbus and 2007 - Dayton) which besides the host, Jon Petz, is the most seasoned Miracles & Magic entertainer.
About Matt Jergens:
Matt Jergens has been making audiences laugh for over fifteen years. Whether he's performing at corporate banquets, festivals, schools, or on five-star cruise lines, he has enjoyed tremendous success with his amazing show.
His show involves electrifying routines that showcase the talents of one of the top jugglers in the United States. He fills the stage with a multitude of unique props like pins, rings, spinning plates, cigar boxes, and yes, even rat traps! He doesn't forget the most important part of the show either, the audience. There are many opportunities for volunteers to come up and help out with a trick or stunt. Then, once they are successful, Matt sends them back to their seats looking like the stars of the show.
Thank you Matt for coming back to Dayton in 2009!
Monday, May 11, 2009
Talent Announced for Dayton Miracles And Magic
Miracles And Magic welcomes Tom Burgoon to his first appearance in Miracles And Magic which is scheduled to appear at the Centerville Performing Arts Center in Centerville Ohio on September 12, 2009.
With an entrepreneurial career that spans over four decades, Tom Burgoon has wowed and impressed audiences coast to coast both on land and sea. His unique brand of comedy and magic has been showcased to a vast audience, with venues including everything from cruise lines to corporate clients such as 3M, Coca Cola and NASA. From comedy clubs and stage events in Las Vegas, Reno and L.A. to performing for President George W. Bush at the Inaugural Ball in Washington D.C., Tom has branded his unparalleled one-of-a-kind-show across our country and he has become on of the most in demand performers today. As magic is his first love, it is only befitting that you will find him performing at the Magic Castle in Hollywood – a conjurer's delight and layman's mystical dream come true.
Ticket information and additional entertainers will be announced soon. Please keep up to date through this page or on the main website at www.MiraclesAndMagic.com.
To learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Produced By Jon Petz: www.JonPetz.com
Thursday, April 9, 2009
2009 Miracles And Magic Photos Posted
Check out his work here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/miraclesandmagic/
Monday, April 6, 2009
The 2009 Reviews are in....Where do I begin?
For the first time, we had over 500 children with life threatening illnesses and their immediate family members join us for the 1pm matinee (SOLD OUT) performance. It has been my goal to be able to continue to support more children and I feel great that we've been able to do so.
The opening party at our new venue, Martini Park, was a huge success with over 400 people in attendance along with mind blowing entertainment, special effects and surprises that had people literally jumping out of their seats. Special thanks to magicians Aaron DeLong, Brandon Williams, David McCreary and Steve Branham. Along with other special entertainers Mark Abbati of Joy Unspeakable and one of the top flair bartenders in our country; Rob Turek.
Saturday's family matinee performances showcased the amazing Dana Daniels (Los Angeles, CA) and Tim Hill (Cleveland, OH) with which I was honored to share the stage. It began with an illusion never before seen....the surprise and magic appearance of mini van center stage which was filled with 21 kids who then came streaming out one by one.
Tim Hill was filling the shoes of Kerry Pollock who was meeting up with his son returning from his tours in Iraq. Tim did a sensational job and got the show started with some great laughs and magic. Dana and his psychic parrot Luigi then brought the house down with their comedic charm and talent. I brought back some illusions from the past as well as brought my wife Stacey back into the show with help from our newest assistant and dancer Maggie Derr who all were fantastic. Of course we ended with the 'SNOW' illusion which has become customary for this production running 8 years strong.
I don't yet know the final numbers in terms of gross and net dollars raised but have great expectations based on the turn-out on both Friday and Saturday.
Special thanks to all of advisory board and committee members that this production now includes. It simply couldn't be done without them. What began as my wife and me selling tickets from our kitchen now involves over a 40 person committee of dedicated and passionate people who also want to help some amazing kids be just that...A Kid Again.
Thank you all for your support and patronage. Stay tuned to this page for information for the Dayton event in September 2009 along with the inaugural event in Cincinnati in 2010 and back in Columbus in March 2010.
Thank you and hope to see you soon!
Jon Petz
Founder, Producer & Entertainer
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Article Posted in Dispatch Weekender
With help from a young friend, Jon Petz dazzles an audience.
Take some magic and a dash of comedy, mix them together and -- presto -- a rabbit is pulled from a hat to help sick children.
"Miracles & Magic" will be staged for a seventh time, with an opening-night party Friday at Martini Park at Easton Town Center and two matinee shows Saturday at the Riffe Center's Capitol Theatre. The Friday party will feature food and drink along with close-up illusions. Saturday's 90-minute shows will be family-friendly and filled with magic.
The events will benefit A Kid Again (formerly Adventures for Wish Kids), which offers activities for children with life-threatening illnesses.
" 'Miracles & Magic' is not your typical fundraiser," said Miranda Zink, director of development for A Kid Again.
Jon Petz, 36, a comic and magician from Columbus who describes himself as a "motivational entertainer," came up with the idea after performing at a holiday party for the organization.
"Man, it grips you," Petz said. "It gets you just to realize what people have to go through."
"Jon Petz actually came to our staff and said he wanted to do something for these children, really get involved and give back to the community," Zink said, "and it sort of developed from there."
"I went to Jeffrey Damron (chief executive officer of A Kid Again)," Petz said. "I said, 'Let's do a show. Maybe the kids can forget about the shots, forget about the hospital and the treatments, even if it's just for a few hours, laugh and experience the wonderment of magic.' "
The first show took place in 2002 at Dublin Scioto High School, followed by two more at that location.
"Once we moved to Downtown, it's now internationally recognized in the magic community," Petz said. "People are calling me, saying, 'Hey, can I be in the show?' That's fabulous."
One of last year's magicians, Ed Alonzo, is part of Britney Spears' "Circus" tour.
For the Saturday shows, Dana Daniels, named "Stage Magician of the Year" at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, will headline, along with comic and magician Kerry Pollock of Las Vegas.
Petz, who has been performing magic since he was 7, will perform, produce and act as master of ceremonies.
"These are the acts you see at Las Vegas variety shows. They're the best of the best from around the world," Petz said. "We do some of the big, crazy stuff you only see in a Broadway or Vegas theater."
At past "Miracles & Magic" shows, illusionists have made audience members disappear, a Lamborghini appear, and -- the crowd-favorite closer -- snow fall inside the theater.
The magicians incorporate comedy in their acts, Petz said, by joking with the audience and having them assist with tricks onstage.
"(Comedy) plays a very large role in this show," he said. "There are a lot of magicians in the world, but sometimes there are few that are entertaining and can really engage an audience. When we can get people laughing and having a good time, and we get people up onstage to take part in the magic, people absolutely go nuts for it."
Just a couple days to go.....Some shows SOLD OUT!
Just added a GREAT SURPRISE to the Friday night Opening Party at Martini Park - Don't miss it!
Look forward to seeing you all. The talent from around the country is all excited to be in town and present the best show they've ever done.
Thank you all for your great support and see you on the main stage!!
Jon Petz
Friday, March 13, 2009
2009 Television Commercial goes live - look for it.
Monday, March 9, 2009
National City and Barbasol Present Miracles & Magic to Benefit A Kid Again
A Kid Again
Ohio’s top variety show to be held April 3-4, 2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Miracles & Magic, Ohio’s top variety show of comedy, magic and grand illusion, will hit the stage April 3 and 4 in Columbus, Ohio. Now in its seventh year, the show benefits A Kid Again, formerly Adventures For Wish Kids, which provides on-going group activities for children with life threatening illnesses and their families.
Magic, comedy and martinis come together on Friday, April 3 for the Opening Night Party of Miracles & Magic. The fundraising event will take place at Martini Park at Easton Town Center. Guests will enjoy an intimate atmosphere of fine food, drinks and up-close and interactive illusions. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
In addition, two matinee performances featuring the world’s top magical, comedy and grand-illusion talent will be held Saturday, April 4 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Both matinee performances will be held at the Capitol Theatre in the Vern Riffe Center.
“A Kid Again is very grateful for the marvelous support that our children receive from Miracles & Magic,” Jeffrey Damron, C.E.O of A Kid Again, said. “Two amazing things happen at Miracles & Magic. First, it is the only event for the kids we invite the public to enjoy with us. Second, it is a remarkable fundraiser that generates much needed funds to provide even more adventures fun throughout the year!”
Headlining the 2009 Miracles & Magic benefit show is Dana Daniels, award winning magician from Los Angeles, California, who was named Stage Magician of the Year at the famed Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. Kerry Pollock, of Las Vegas, Nevada, a comedy-magician and inventor, will also make a grand performance on the main stage. In addition, Jon Petz, a corporate speaker, comedy-magical entertainer and 19-year veteran of national and international stages from Columbus, Ohio, will return as the show’s producer and performer.
“This event has quickly grown to be one of the top variety shows in the country and I’m thrilled we can produce it here in Columbus where the support is tremendous,” Jon Petz, producer of Miracles & Magic, said. “My wife and I are thrilled to be able to raise money for some amazing children while providing them an opportunity to enjoy an incredible experience that they would not otherwise be able to see.”
Matinee ticket pricing starts at $10 for children under 14 and $15 for adults. Limited reserved seating is available. Tickets are currently on sale at the CAPA box office at the Ohio Theater at 614-469-0939 or at all Ticketmaster outlets and www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets for the Opening Night Party are on sale now at www.miraclesandmagic.com for $100 per person or $50 for young professionals. Sponsorship packages are still available by contacting 614-797-9500. For more event information please visit www.miraclesandmagic.com.
Miracles & Magic is co-presented by National City, which is now a part of PNC Financial Services Group and Barbasol shaving products, owned and operated by Perio, Inc. Event media sponsors include WBNS-10TV, Business First, 97.1 The Fan and ClearChannel Outdoor. Additional supporting sponsors are Wolfe Enterprises, Inc., White Castle, Charles Penzone Family of Salons, Safelite AutoGlass, SC Search Consultants, The Nicole Wilcox Foundation, John and Brenda Baldwin Foundation, Tri-County Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep, Safe Auto, Kimball Midwest, McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC, Greif Corporation, Martini Park and Hilton Columbus at Easton.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Last years Miracles Performer now on tour with Brittany Spears!
Brittany is playing at the Schottenstein Center on 4/30/2009. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.
Yes, you guessed it. Ed's appearance in the Miracles & Magic show in Columbus is the exact exposure he needed to be on tour with Brittany...and the Pussycat Dolls. Your are welcome Ed!
Good luck and yes...I expect some tickets when you are here.
To learn more about the show visit www.MiraclesAndMagic.com
to learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Sunday, February 15, 2009
TICKETS ON SALE!
You can save a few dollars per ticket by calling the box office directly, but can't do it online. Other than the website, we have not communicated tickets on sale yet so the best seats are available right now. The Tickets on Sale postcards will be mailed out next week - so get the good seats while you can!
To learn more about the show visit www.MiraclesAndMagic.com
to learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Monday, February 2, 2009
Ticket Sale Date Posted!
Get the best seats first and call on the 15th!!
To learn more about the show visit www.MiraclesAndMagic.com
to learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Friday, January 23, 2009
Miracles And Magic Friday Gala Selects New Venue!
This special event will be featuring all the main acts in a close-up performing venue where you can see their "Real Work...Real Close!" Try to catch them if you can, but I bet you will be fooled, be delighted and be amazed as you eat the finest of foods and drink the finest martini's. (Including our exclusive 'Magical Martini' only available at Martini Park).
Tickets will go on sale at the end of January at www.AKidAgain.org.
Performers to Include Dana Daniels from Los Angeles, California, Kerry Pollock from Las Vegas, Nevada and Jon Petz your host from Columbus, Ohio.
See you there
To learn more about the show visit www.MiraclesAndMagic.com
to learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Produced By Jon Petz: www.JonPetz.com
Monday, January 19, 2009
MIracles And Magic Show dates confirmed in Dayton / Centerville Ohio
After a HUGELY successful year for Miracles And Magic, the Las Vegas style illusion and comedy magic variety Show, that was brought to the Dayton area in September 2008 it has secured a 2009 date.
Mark your calendars for September 12th, 2009 back at the beautiful new Centerville Performing Arts Center located Centerville High School.
The show will again be produced by corporate magician and motivational speaker, Jon Petz who has yet to announce talent for the upcoming year. Stay tuned to this blog (still in the process of being created...) as well as the Grand Illusion Magic Show site at www.MiraclesAndMagic.com
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Show photos posted on Flickr
to learn more about the organization visit: www.AKidAgain.org
Produced By corporate entertainer and motivational speaker Jon Petz