PHOTO Master Magician Lawrence Khong Brings Dazzling New Show to American Shores.HOLLYWOOD -- Please replace the photo with the accompanying corrected photo. The release reads: MASTER MAGICIAN LAWRENCE KHONG BRINGS DAZZLING NEW SHOW TO AMERICAN SHORES Asia's greatest illusionist Lawrence Khong is set to bring his unparalleled brand of magic to American shores with "The Illusions of Lawrence Khong: A Magical Musical Adventure!" a new family show produced by one of the signature names in magic, Gay Blackstone Gay Blackstone is the widow of Harry Blackstone, Jr. She was her husband's co-star and chief onstage assistant throughout his career. She is currently (2006) a producer/director and is serving as President of the Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. , widow of 20th century master magician Harry Blackstone Harry Blackstone may refer to:
Launching a spring tour of the west coast that kicks off in Irvine, California Irvine is an incorporated city in Orange County, California, United States. It is a planned city, mainly developed by the Irvine Company since the 1960s. Formally incorporated on December 28 1971, the 69.7 square mile (180.5 km²) city has a population of 202,079 (as of 2007). , Khong will introduce American audiences to the same spectacle that has dazzled daz·zle v. daz·zled, daz·zling, daz·zles v.tr. 1. To dim the vision of, especially to blind with intense light. 2. tens of thousands across Asia and other parts of the world. As with Khong's previous productions, "The Illusions of Lawrence Khong: A Magical Musical Adventure!" is much more than a magic show. Teaming with his co-star co·star also co-star n. A starring actor or actress given equal status with another or others in a play or film. tr. & intr.v. co·starred, co·star·ring, co·stars To act or present as a costar. , daughter Priscilla (a master magician in her own right), Khong blends sentiment, humor and a gift for storytelling Storytelling Aesop semi-legendary fabulist of ancient Greece. [Gk. Lit.: Harvey, 10] Münchäusen Baron traveler grossly embellishes his experiences. [Ger. Lit. with truly extraordinary illusions. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Blackstone, a seasoned veteran of the magic world, "This show is all about a parent's love; in this case, an ode to his daughter, Priscilla." Lawrence Khong has been performing since age 19. In 2001, he burst into the entertainment and magic fields with his musical magic show "The Magic of Lawrence and Priscilla." The duo went on to produce and direct shows like "From Illusion to Reality," "The Great Escape" and "The Spook Show." Khong also founded Singapore's Faith Community Baptist Church Faith Community Baptist Church, or FCBC, was founded by Lawrence Khong and is one of the "megachurches" in Singapore.[1] Current Status Summary FCBC is a megachurch in Singapore. As of 2007, there are more than 11,000 attending its weekly services. in 1986, which has since grown to 10,000 members. He founded and chairs TOUCH Community Services, a non-profit welfare organization that serves the needy in Singapore. As to why Khong's show has had such strong appeal to international audiences, Blackstone says, "It allows adults to suspend belief, reinforce children's imagination and takes us back to a happy time in our lives. On stage, anything can and will happen...so prepare to be dazzled!" Tour dates include: The Barclay Theatre Irvine April 12-16 Flint P A C Cupertino April 19-22 Paramount Theatre Oakland April 24-25 Warnors Theatre Fresno April 27-29 Sacramento Memorial Auditorium Sacramento May 3-5 Hult Center Eugene, Oregon May 8-9 Paramount Theatre Seattle May 11-14 San Diego Civic Theatre San Diego May 19-21 MORE TOUR INFO: www.theillusionsoflawrencekhong.com |
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