The Illusionists - Live From Broadway Reviews
Stage and Cinema- Highly Recommended
"...The cumulative effect of The Illusionists' marvelous make-believe and beauteous bafflement is what everyone needs-a child-like astonishment that rejuvenates and enthralls on the spot. Doug Henning, Penn & Teller, Ricky Jay-they've got major competition from seven seeming sorcerers."
Around The Town Chicago- Highly Recommended
"...The show is very close to what came in back in 2015. Two hours of magic and comedy. Yes, lots of comedy, thanks to the brilliance of "The Trickster", Jeff Hobson, a sort of cross between Robin Williams and Paul Lynde (only old-timers will know that name). He is hysterical and plays the audience with just the right touch. Even when he does his slight-of-hand right in front of you, one cannot catch him. He defines what a great emcee should be, but he is also an Illusionist himself. The Manipulator, An Ha Lim, is from Korea and his masterful card handling is indeed mind-boggling. Many years ago, I fell in love with magic, and not being able to do this myself, learned to concentrate on each movement of the "magician", in order to see what his or her deception was. Years later, I am still seeking the answers. I know they are only Illusions, but they sure feel as if they are real."
Chicagoland Theater Reviews- Highly Recommended
"...The "Illusionists" gives spectators a big bang for their buck. The show offers two full hours of performance, aside from a 20-minute intermission and the usual 10-minute delay that begins he show and seems a mandatory feature of most Chicago presentations. And the top ticket price is actually cheaper in 2017 than it was in 2015. The production often has a brash show biz flavor to it but the magic is the real deal, the special effects are professional grade, and all the performers are funny, especially Hobson (and Sperry if that is to your taste). Magic show lovers will be enthralled, even those viewers who claim they can spot how the tricks are accomplished. Not a chance. The real charm of a magic show is that it isn’t magic we are seeing, it’s deception and execution at an extraordinary level, with viewer amazement guaranteed."
Third Coast Review- Highly Recommended
"...What you get for your evening then is not just the buzz of a seeing a good spectacle, but in a sense, the whole history and gamut of magic, which has broad appeal to children, senior citizens and the sort of people who freak out audibly when astounded by an inexplicable act of magic. Of which I am one."
Picture This Post- Highly Recommended
"...The combination of a theatrical spectacle and shock and suspense is what will pull you into this show. Though you’ll definitely find a lot of audience participation, it’s worth it to see these guys in action."