Festival Reviews at Rogue: Pure Enchantment
Rogue Festival's Magic Moment: Keith Brown's Absolute Magic!
It's Rogue time once more! This year's festivities unfold from February 28 to March 8 in Fresno, CA's vibrant Tower District. Kick off the excitement with our forthcoming show reviews! Before the Rogue Festival began, we rolled out pieces showcasing this year's performers and a general overview of Rogue. Dive into our coverage in our dedicated Rogue Festival category on KRL News and Reviews, and stay in the loop with performer press releases on our event page.
A Magician's Quiet Enigma: Keith Brown's Absolute Magic
Meet Keith Brown, the enigmatic magician who isn't your typical illusionist. With his well-groomed beard and suave attire, he's more likely to be spotted mingling with top-tier celebrities, such as the First Lady of Iceland - and he has! His Rogue Festival performance, Absolute Magic, delivers on its title with a jaw-dropping display of sleight-of-hand mastery.
Brown's performance is nothing short of mesmerizing. His calm demeanor sets the stage for the logical world he every so effortlessly turns upside down with his breathtaking illusions. He piece-by-piece sketchs his audience members' portraits, defies the odds by piercing rubber bands without breaking them, and even makes one lucky attendee into an illusionist. Brown served up a refreshing drink from an empty bottle, and with just a glance, he could name the card peeked by every audience member.
Brown's Rogue Festival prior, in 2018, saw him captivate Valley audiences with a card trick-heavy show titled Hotter Than Potter. This year, however, his maturity shines through, weaving a spell that leaves the crowd in awe, believing they are witnessing something that is three parts illusion and one part reality. The triumphant finale of Absolute Magic takes place on Saturday, March 8, at 12:30 pm at the VISTA Theater, located on 1296 N. Wishon Ave. A $15 ticket gains you access to this magical world.
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Quench your thirst for more theatre and local entertainment in our Arts & Entertainment section. Catch more theatre events coming up on KRL's Local Theatre event page.
Terrance V. Mc Arthur, a seasoned storyteller, puppeteer, writer, actor, magician, and basket-weaver, has dedicated his life to making every day extraordinary for the people he encounters. Retired from the Fresno County Public Library, he's not about to slow down any time soon.
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The captivating performance by Keith Brown, titled Absolute Magic, offers a mesmerizing display of sleight-of-hand mastery in the realm of entertainment during the Rogue Festival. Quench your thirst for more theatre and local entertainment by exploring our Arts & Entertainment section.
