June 5, 2025
An Evening of Enchantment
On Stage
Peter Samelson
Peter Samelson is a renowned magician who has won awards all around the world for his artistry. Recognized by fellow magicians as a magician’s magician, he has been honored by the magic society and graced the cover of numerous magic publications. Christened the “soft-spoken conceptualist of sorcery” by the New York Times, Samelson has performed atop the Great Wall of China, in the jungles of Bali, and at the universities of Tokyo; he has performed for Mexican peasants and Grand Prix, race car drivers on the World Cruise of Queen Elizabeth II. He has entertained Princess Stephanie of Monaco, the jet-set of Paris, and the fishermen mending their nets on the beaches of Cartegena. From Kenya to the Magic Castle, television to trade shows, college campuses to commercials, the New York stage, night clubs, and celebrity events, Peter Samelson has distinguished himself as a magician and an artist.
Peter performs and lectures at colleges, universities, and Theater and Performing Arts festivals. Peter has staged two one-person Off-Broadway shows; “The Magician” and “PaperWork.” He also performs and designs for television, film, and theater, including: “What About Bob,” “Whispers in the Dark,” for Kraft Salad Dressing, and hosted a syndicated 13-part series on Magic, CNN’s “Sonya Live!” Mabou Mines, The Bermuda Theater Festival, the new musical “Houdini,” and the PBS Special, “The Art of Magic.”
Click here to see Peter on Penn & Teller Fool Us.
Jake Lundgren
Magic, Juggling, Sideshow, and Comedy collide in a Neo-Vaudevillian performance for the whole family. Recognized as a Star of Tomorrow at the Society of American Magicians National Convention, Jake can now be seen performing at “Vaudeville at the State,” “Two$oup Variety Mishmash,” and at the world-famous P3 Magic Theater. He is a three-time finalist in the “Wizards at War” Magic Competition and is the producer of “Deadly Deceptions,” the Magic murder mystery experience!
Mike Maione
Host Mike Maione is a magician and mentalist who lives on Long Island. He founded the Parlor of Mystery and produced over 100 shows. He is a member of the prestigious 4F. Mike has performed at Smoke and Mirrors Magic Theatre in Pennsylvania, The Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, The Dickens Parlour Theatre in Delaware, Monday Night Magic in NYC, and on stage at the Magic Circle in London. He is also a lecturer and magic reviewer with a large following.
Close Up Performers
Before the main event begins and during intermission, the audience is treated to mesmerizing close-up magic performed by Kevin Rhodehouse and Tom Hashim. Moving effortlessly through the crowd, they weave illusions right before spectators’ eyes—cards vanish and reappear, coins pass through solid surfaces, and everyday objects defy the laws of physics. Rhodehouse, with his smooth sleight of hand and charismatic banter, keeps guests engaged, while Hashim’s precision and subtle misdirection leave even the keenest observers baffled.