Dear
Youth Librarian or Educator,
If
you're looking for an outstanding way to kick off, conclude
or enhance your summer reading program...have I got a show
for you!
As a full-time, professional magician who presents
over 400 high-energy, spellbinding programs of magic, fun
and audience participation each year, my "Splashtacular
Magic & Fun Library Extravaganza" is specifically
designed for children and family audiences just like yours.
I received my start in magic 44 years ago, at the age of 10.
A few magic books at my own local library caught my eye and
captured my interest. Since then, I have entertained
over 13,000 audiences throughout the United States at schools,
children's parties, family events and lots and lots of libraries.
What's interesting to me is that the place where I received
my start - the library - has become one of my absolute favorite
venues for performing. You'll see that come through in
every show! Every library response has been great, and
the reviews have all been outstanding!
To assure quality, I always leave a self-addressed, stamped
envelope and an evaluation sheet with the youth librarian
after each of my performances. Since I started focusing on
libraries about 13 years ago, over 99% of all returned
evaluations have had "well pleased," top-ranked
ratings. Most say the show was among their very best
ever. A great many report record attendance (342
at the Dow Memorial Library in Midland, MI), and there is
always a huge surge of magic books checked out after each
performance. As a result, libraries that use me once tend
to bring me back over and over again.
This
show always plays well to a library crowd. Your
readers will laugh out loud at the hilarious antics that take
place
when various audience members get involved in the show. Some
of the magic actually happens in their very own hands! They'll
be amazed by the red pop trick, baffled by the "freeze
dried" egg and they'll talk about the piano playing mouse
long after the show is over.
For library and school audiences, several very special
feature routines designed to encourage reading and promote
your reading program are also included. Kids will
learn about the fabulous treasures at the library and have
fun doing it. Some very unique liquid effects designed around
the National Library Association's special summer reading
theme, Make
a Splash @Your Library,
will also add to the fun.
It's a solid 45 minutes of high caliber, baffling magic and
non-stop, family-friendly fun, and it's
guaranteed! Schedule
a performance of my "Splashtacular Magic &
Fun Library Extravaganza" for your library or
school, and I'll guarantee that you and your readers will
be delighted...or your show is FREE! That's how confident
I am that you will find this program to be one of the absolute
best values available to libraries and schools today!
In
addition to my popular "It's Magic" program,
many libraries are also scheduling the "A2 Magic Workshop."
In the A2 Magic Workshop, students will learn 5-6 simply
amazing, yet amazingly simple, magic tricks that they
will be able to perform anywhere. They may learn some simple
"sleight-of-hand," astonishing mind reading stunts,
or some very cool, rarely seen tricks with common items like
ropes, rubber bands, cards and money. Selection of material
is always based on the age and make-up of your specific
audience.
This one hour program is best suited for a class size of 30
kids or less and is a perfect choice for elementary audiences
or your teens and "tweens" group. Best of
all, all of the special props and clearly illustrated,
easy-to-understand instructions are included in the
great low price!
Important: Please note that all
magic workshops are not the same.There is a difference!
Professionally designed, clearly illustrated instructions,
teaching experience and very carefully selected materials,
among other things, all add to the overall experience of your
readers! Find out more at my "Magic
Workshop" page.
Below, you will find a sampling of hundreds of comments
which I have received from other librarians who have booked
my show. While you may be choosing your summer reading programs
soon, please know that my Library Magic Shows and Magic
Workshops are available year round. They are exceptional
programs that will bring young readers and family audiences
into your library during school and holiday breaks or during
those "cabin fever" days of winter.
Remember, the show is guaranteed! If you're not pleased, you
don't pay! The only thing you stand to lose is a wonderful
opportunity to reward your readers with this outstanding program
of unforgettable magic and wholesome family fun. Experience
the laughter...enjoy the value...reserve your date today!
(734)
99-MAGIC / 996-2442
You'll
get great results like this too, when you book
Jeff Wawrzaszek's Library Magic Shows and Workshops.
"Jeff
is the best! The Ann Arbor District Library hires him quite
often, and he plays to a full house every time. (179 people
in a small branch on a Saturday afternoon.) The magic tricks
are fantastic, but the best part is Jeff's interaction with
the kids...Highly recommended for schools and libraries."
Ieva Bates, Branch Manager
Northeast Branch, Ann Arbor District Library
"What
great fun that was to have you at all (8) of our branches!
Thank you again for sharing your joy with us. We'll definitely
want you back again!"
Sarah McCarville. Youth Services
Coordinator
Grand Rapids Public Library
"Jeff
was a delightful performer. He held the attention of all participants.
A show for the entire family filled with humor and great skill.
We especially enjoyed and appreciated his link to books, reading
and library service."
Carla Sharp, Youth Services
Brighton District Library
"Thanks
for two great shows! It takes a special person to captivate
a large audience with an age range from toddler to adult,
and you did it twice in one day. Final comments from both
kids and parents were all positive and ranged from "Great
show!" to "This was the best magician you've ever
had."...We hired you only after hearing good things from
other librarians in our area. You can be sure we will be giving
you high ratings during our next Children's Librarians Meeting."
Sue Mihalic, Youth Services Librarian
St. Clair Shores Public Library
"This
was a terrific program for our audiences. A wholesome act
that charmed all ages. We would recommend Jeff to any group
who wants funny, kid friendly talent. Thanks for a great show!"
Lezlee Worthington, Reference Assistant
East Lansing Public Library
"Jeff
Wawrzaszek drew our biggest crowd this fall, and they weren't
disappointed! He was a great mix of humor and magic, and our
audience was captivated. He kept the attention of our youngest
preschoolers, and he didn't lose the older ones. Very few
entertainers work well for all ages, but Jeff really did."
Laura Wright, Youth Librarian
Portage District library
"Great
show and a terrific value. Kept the kids of all ages enraptured
and wanting more!"
Todd Krueger, Director, Lyon Twp. Public
Library
"Thoroughly enjoyed your show.
It was nice to have a magic show that was all magic and no
fluff in between. See you next summer for sure!"
Barb Bussema, Children's Librarian
Parchment Community Library
"Jeff
did an excellent program! The audience loved him! We're really
looking forward to having him back in November for a magic
workshop. Many kids were already asking to register for it."
Kathy Zayko, Youth Services,
South Lansing Branch Library
"Thank
you - Couldn't have asked for anything more - on time, prepared,
entertaining - professional in every way! We especially enjoyed
the audience participation. I've heard nothing but positive
remarks from kids, staff and parents. Congratulations. You
were a hit at the Fischer!"
Patricia Jahr, Librarian
Fred C. Fischer Public Library, Belleville
"The
show was excellent! It was wonderful to include reading and
the summer reading program in the show. Some of the children's
comments: How did he do that? Do you have any Magic books?
I wish it didn't have to end. It was great to see a nice group
for an audience in this small community. Because Jeff did
such a great show, I'm sure they will return for other programs
here. Thank you!"
Joyce Meyers, Branch Manager
Manistee County Library, Wellston Branch
"Well done! Really enjoyed the
imaginative pieces and the creative elements. Youngsters really
enjoyed the show, and so did the adults!"
Paula Beaudoin, Manager
Detroit Public Library, Chandler Park Branch
"Jeff did an excellent job. The
Magic Workshop was definitely worth the money. The children
had a fabulous time learning the tricks and practicing them.
The show he put on was great too. The audience thoroughly
enjoyed it, and everyone told me afterward that it was an
excellent program."
Jennifer Grudnoski, Community Librarian
Dundee Branch Library
"Thank
you for the great magic show you performed here. It was a
wonderful ending to our Summer Reading Program. You repeatedly
underscored the benefits of books and reading! The ending
to your show was pure magic."
Marta Kuitkovasky, Assistant Director/Head
of Youth Services
Chesterfield Township Library
"Jeff was funny and one of the
best performers I have seen for young children. He was very
professional and made each trick impossible to figure out.
I would recommend him (and have) to any library looking for
a guaranteed program hit!"
Karen Persello, Head of Youth &
Teen Services
Chelsea District Library
"Your good humor and adaptability
were greatly appreciated. We gave you an audience ranging
from 2 to ???, and you enthralled them all. (Over 200 people
attended, and nearly every one of them said "Thank You"
before they left.) Your skill, audience rapport, professional
poise and all-round likeableness have long made you one of
my favorite performers. Thanks, Jeff. You really were a highlight
of our library program this summer!"
Paula Schaffner, Youth Librarian
Saline District Library
See Video Clips
of Jeff Wawrzaszek's Library Show.
