THE MAGIC OF BILL BLAGG LIVE!
SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2022
3 p.m.
JLC Mainstage
THE MAGIC OF BILL BLAGG LIVE!
We're excited to welcome Bill Blagg back to the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts! In 2001, Bill began his professional career as a featured performer on our Lake County Spotlight Series which showcased the talents of local performers. He was a crowd favorite due to his incredible magic and warm, humorous personality. Over 20 years later, Bill continues to tour the county with his ever-evolving hit magic and illusion show, The Magic of Bill Blagg LIVE!
Through countless stage and television appearances, Bill has become a stand out in the world of magic. His unique approach to the age-old art of magic has earned him praise amongst his peers. His ability to combine his personal journey along with cutting edge magic creates a truly unique magical experience.
Today you'll witness first-hand why Bill is hailed as the nation's top touring illusionist. Direct from his residency at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, he's sure to amaze and entertain you with his mind-blowing magical feats. His show has earned rave review from audiences and critics alike. Sit back, relax and get ready to take a journey into the magical world of Bill Blagg!
We're excited to welcome Bill "back home" to the James Lumber Center! Enjoy the show!
THE MAGIC OF BILL BLAGG LIVE!
To say that Bill Blagg has had a magical life would be no exaggeration. He received his first professional magic book from his great-grandfather, which eventually led to building magic tricks with his dad. These early beginnings paved the way for what is now known as The Magic of Bill Blagg.
After years of endless practice and persistence, Bill professionally launched his magic performing career in 1996. In just two short years of professional performance, Bill developed a stage presence that made him a stand out in in the magic community, due in part to his off-the-cuff personality and his high-energy performance style.
He chose to put his skills to the test in 1998 by entering the adult stage competition at the Abbott Magic Get Together in Colon, MI which is also hailed as the magic capital of the world. Magic had been Bill's life for over twelve years, he had performed hundreds of shows, and it all hinged on a single, five-minute routine; his dancing handkerchief. He had just turned eighteen, barely old enough to enter the competition, and he was about to make magic history by becoming the youngest contestant to ever win the prestigious event.
Following his win, Bill never looked back. While intensely studying to earn a degree in performing arts and communications at Carthage College in Kenosha, WI Bill was busy planning and staging his next big venture; his own ninety-minute, grand-scale magic and illusion production on the road to select cities throughout the Midwest. He virtually sold out all of the shows, with his unique brand of gran-scale magic and illusion. Entertainment Weekly summed up Bill's appeal by saying, "Bill Blagg has a charm and style all his own; he's definitely the best kept secret in magic!"
Today, Bill is one of the nation's top touring illusionists. His theatrical brand of magic thrills thousands of people every single year. His live performances leave people in complete disbelief as he creates the impossible in a way only he can do.
Bill prides himself in performing new, never-before-seen illusions such as the world's only rideable hoverboard. He is also know for instantly teleporting across theaters, squishing his body from 6 feet to 6 inches tall, passing through the blades of an industrial fan, and much more!
With an attitude aimed to please and a talent as large as they come, Bill's future in magic is limitless as he continues to change reality one city at a time!
Welcome Back, JLC Friends and Patrons!
The James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts opened back in 1997 and now we are celebrating our 25th Anniversary Season! What a wonderful way to celebrate this incredible milestone ... by re-opening our JLC facility and welcoming our community to come celebrate with us!
Continuing our mission to present diverse, high quality, professional entertainment, we want to once again acknowledge and showcase the power and value of the performing arts.
The Spring 2022 season offers some audience favorites from past years in addition to welcoming incredible new performances to the JLC stage. Don't miss this opportunity to once again enjoy live performance close to home.
We have missed you! Don't miss all the fantastic live arts at CLC!
Gwethalyn J. Bronner, Executive Director
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
College of Lake County
SPRING 2022
Professional Touring Series
HIPLET BALLERINAS
Sunday, April 24 at 4 p.m.
This spirited performance group, based out of the Chicago Multi-Cultural
Dance Center, aims to make ballet accessible to all, fusing the rhythms
of African drums with Tchaikovsky, Hip-Hop and even classical en pointe.
Showcasing their trademark sass, hip movements and struts set to popular music,
the Hiplet Ballerinas promise to deliver an eclectic evening of dance.
EILEEN IVERS
Sunday, May 8 at 4 p.m.
Special Mother's Day Show!
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Grammy-winning and Emmy-nominated, Eileen Ivers is hailed as one
of the great innovators and pioneers in the Celtic and World music genres,
with work so boldly imaginative and virtuosic that it alters the medium.
Accompanied by her energetic and impassioned, her performances
connect music, cultures, stories and emotions that tie us together.
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Print-at-home tickets are no longer available.
Box Office Hours: Monday-Friday, Noon to 5 p.m.
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College of Lake County
Board of Trustees
Amanda D. Howland, J.D., Chair
Julie B. Shroka, M.A., Vice Chair
Torrie Mark Newsome, J.D., Secretary
Gerri Songer, M.A.
Matthew J. Stanton, J.D.
Robert J. Tomei, Jr., J.D.
Paul G. Virgilio, B.S., S.E., P.E.
Daniel Blaine, Student Trustee
Lori Suddick, Ed.D., President
Trustees Emeriti
Richard A. Anderson, J.D.
William M. Griffin, Ed.D.
Patricia Jones, M.Ed.
Barbara D. Oilschlager, M.Ed.
Gwethalyn J. Bronner
Executive Director
J. J. Avers
Office Manager
Leslie Baraboo
Marketing and Communications Analyst
Kim Dizzonne
Accounting Associate
Jeremy Eiden
Technical Coordinator
Peter Hansen
Technical Production Assistant
Judie Katz
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Matt McNabb
Patron Services Coordinator
Jianni Newsome
Box Office Assistant