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Taking Your Event to the Next Level at the Birch Theater
113 S Fulton St
Wauseon, Ohio 43567
Magic WIth A Message
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The Magic Corner
Ladd's Professional School of Magic and Ventriloquism
Magic Day Camp
The Vanishing Magic Museum
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The Birch Theater
Did You Know
The Birch Theater is not only located on Birch St in downtown Wauseon, but it is also named after the well-known magician McDonald Birch from McConnelsville, Ohio. Want to see some of Birch's magic? Check out our museum and take a step back into magic history!
Wedding Receptions
Additional Information
Are you concerned what to do with your guests while you get your wedding photos done ?
Let us entertain them for you with some of our up close magic!
We can provide that ice breaker to get everyone talking!
Our customized magic fits any wedding style and indoors or outdoors!
Book us today! You will be happy you did!
Ladd's professional school of magic and ventriloquism
Magic Classes
Ventriloquism Classes
Completion of Class
Each course consists of five classes.
You will learn:
- The principals behind magic
- The different areas of magic
- Basics in several kinds of magic
- How to develop patter routine and a show
- Different venues for magic performances
At the end of course one students will have learned 15 tricks all using everyday objects.
Completion of Class
Ventriloquism Classes
Completion of Class
Upon the completion of either Magic or Ventriloquism classes, the students will recieve the following:
1. A certificate of completion
2. A chance to do a show for family and friends in the Birch Theater
All Classes are offered in groups or on an individual basis.
Advanced classes are also available.
Ventriloquism Classes
Ventriloquism Classes
Ventriloquism Classes
Each course consists of five classe.
You will learn:
1. Basic mouth positions
2. How to say the alphabet
3. Proper handling and care of the vent figure
4. Development of a script
5. Presentation and interaction between vent figure, and an audience
Magic Day Camp July 8th 2021
WHY ATTEND A MAGIC DAY CAMP ?
Development
Confidence
Social Skills
Thinking on your feet
Learn
Self Discipline
Problem sovling skills
To amaze and entertain others
A great skill that can be used for the rest of your life
Magic Day Camp Testimonials
"I liked the look on my son's face while he was on stage"
"I really liked being here today"
"Thank you for taking the time to come here and do this for our kids. I am sure it has made a lasting impression on them"
"I liked the evening show. It was awesome"
"My son has never looked as confident as he did on stage tonight. Thanks for giving that to him"
"I liked they way you took time to help me learn how to do the magic things"
"Dr. Ladd has great control over the group and he is an excellent teacher"
"I could see joy in my child's eyes which has been missing for quite some time. Thank you for doing this"
The Vanishing Magic Museum
Do you know what this is ?
Come to the Vanishing Magic Museum and find out!
The Vanishing Magic Musuem Offers
Educational Tours for individuals, groups, clubs, schools and of course Magicians!
Feature Magicians include:
Harry Blackstone Sr. and Jr.
Houdini
McDonald Birch
Hardeen
and many more!
Group tours include:
A movie, magic show, and a tour of the museum.
Contact us to set a date to come by and expericnce the thrill and excitement of magic from the past!
Maybe even learn a trick from the resident magician Dr. Kenneth Ladd
Brief History of Magic
Magic, also known as prestidigitation and conjuring, is first recorded in history in 2700 BC. The conjuring effect (ball) was by the magician Debi in acient Egypt. He also has done other effects such as decapitating a birds head and reattching the head resurrecting the bird.
During the Dark Ages of 400-1000 little is known about the history of magic.
The growing trading nature of society 1000-1500 allowed street or circus preformers to make a living using classic such as cups and balls, and modern ideas such as cheating by short changin via sleights with coins and other small objects.
Modern magic brought magic from the street and circus side shows to an elegant stage or drawing room.
Erik Weisz aka Harry Houdini the King of Cards and King of Handcuffs was born in 1874. His name became a household word and ushered in the Golden Age of Magic. A second Golden Age of Magic began in the 1970's and contiues until this day.
The Magic of prevention
A unique 1, 2, or 3 part program of prevention for schools to use magic to teach about saying no to
Attention grabbing illusions are used to drive home an unforgettable message of the dangers of drug use.
Outside infuences such as peer pressure and the media are addressed, along with effective say "NO" techniques are followed up with classroom discussion and age appropriate handouts.
Decision Making:
Since decision making cannot be avoded there is a need to learn early in life how to make the best ones possible.
This program will use magic to convey:
1. Important questions to ask
2. Personal value/self worth
3. Effective ways to say "NO"
Building a Positive Self-Esteem
This program will use magic to convey
1. Belonging/acceptance
2.Personal value/self worth
3. Accomplishment
Particpation from the audience gives the volunteer a sense of aceptance and accomplishment. The magic and the participation will not soon be forgotten!
Testimonies:
"informative and direct to the point"
"I like the way the message is intertwined with the magic"
"Effective way to get the message across"
"Outstanding performance"
"I like the way the students were involved on stage"
"You were able to hold their attention, something few programs do"
"The message was clear and the handouts were helpful"
Gift Certificates
Gift Certificates are available for purchase at The Magic Corner. You can use them for shopping in the Magic Corner, any of the classes we offer, admission to the museum, or admission to a show
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