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"A clown is an orangutan who is also a poet."
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Magician
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Voted #1 Street Performer in San Francisco, Ken Sonkin delivers a show that is a fast moving combination of physical comedy, magic, dance, and juggling all choreographed to music. His high energy elevates audience participation to a new art form: a modern-day Harpo Marx.
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Fog City Magic Fest 2016. The Exit Theatre. Photo by Serena Morelli.
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Ken has worked with Jay Leno, Ellen DeGeneres, Red Skelton, Howie Mandel, Paula Poundstone, Dave Chapelle, George Lopez, Harry Anderson, Garry Shandling, The Manhattan Transfer, The Drifters, Donnie & Marie Osmond, Merle Haggard, entertained in Las Vegas at The Bellagio, Caesar’s Palace, and The MGM Grand, been on The Late Show, PBS, A & E’s Comedy On The Road, Molson Canadian Comedy Releaf, headlined at The Ice House, The Comedy and Magic Club (Hermosa Beach), The Punchline, The Improv, The LA Playboy Club, Hollywood's Legendary Magic Castle, and performed for Queen Elizabeth II of England!! |
Magic at SeaLevel
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Step into a world of wonder with an enchanting evening of close-up magic. We’re bringing together three master magicians—each of whom has called the Outer Sunset home for decades—making this event a true celebration of local talent and community.
Prepare to be amazed by Jade, an award-winning magician and the first woman to ever win The Gold Medal of Magic. She’s dazzled audiences around the world and appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us. Joining her is Ken Sonkin, voted the #1 street performer in San Francisco, with appearances on The Late Show, Comedy on the Road, and a performance for Queen Elizabeth II of England. Rounding out the lineup is Matthew Holtzman, a parlor magician whose MAGIC * MUSIC * MADNESS show has captivated California audiences with his blend of charm and skill.
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Join us for an unforgettable night of illusions, perfect for anyone who loves the thrill of magic in an up-close and personal setting. Visit: sealevelsf.com
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MAGIC * MUSIC * MADNESS
On Weds. Feb. 22, 2023, at one of his favorite Bay area theaters, Ken will be performing his comedy magic act as a part of MAGIC * MUSIC * MADNESS. Joining him at Main Stage West in Sebastopol will be two world-class magicians -- Jay Alexander (Marrakech Magic Theater, Robin Williams, Rolling Stones) and Matthew Holtzman, sleight-of-hand artist extraordinaire!
Hosted by Master Magician Jay Alexander* With Special Guest Matthew Holtzman One Night Only! Weds. Feb. 22, 2023 @ 7:30pm mainstagewest.com 104 N. Main Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 *For more info on Jay Alexander and The Marrakech Magic Theater, visit sanfranciscomagictheater.com |
Please choose one:
.....1. Stay on the couch in the dark with your remote and ...>>>..contemplate your pathetic life. .....2. Put some pants on and come have fun at the show 
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Fog City Magic Fest Premiere: Opening Night Gala
Fog City Magic Fest 2016. The Exit Theatre. Photo by Serena Morelli.
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In 2016, The EXIT Theatre presented it's first annual FOG CITY MAGIC FEST, starring an amazing group of Bay Area magicians. Produced by the festival's co-founders Jay Alexander and Christian Gagigal, Wednesday's Opening Night Gala featured Kevin Blake, Sebastian Boswell III, Otis, International Champion Jade, and Special Guest, Ken Sonkin! Hosted by Jay Alexander.
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Open by Crystal Skillman: Feb. 2023
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Thrilled be going back to Sebastopol, Ken will be the magic consultant on a beautiful play called Open by Crystal Skillman. This one-woman show stars North Bay favorite, Taylor Diffenderfer and is directed by the illustrious Lauren Heney. Called "a fragile love story about the ways in which we create our own realities and the power of belief," Open is a magic show that takes place in the main character’s mind. The audience has been summoned to play a critical role, but why? The Magician presents a myriad of tricks for our entertainment, while attempting the impossible. Is our faith in her illusions enough to rewrite the past? The clock is ticking, the show must go on, and we mustn’t look away.
Managing Artistic Director – Ivy Rose Miller | Producing Artistic Director – Keith Baker
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MAGIC at THE BATTERY
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For Halloween 2022, Ken performed his comedy magic/mime at San Francisco's private club The Battery for their spectacular event; Surreality: A Battery Masquerade. Described as "...bending actuality and unlocking your dreams at SURREALITY: A Battery Masquerade. For our 9th Annual Anniversary & Halloween Party, expect elaborate masks, extravagant art, and a sensory wonderland. Explore the absurd, fanciful and bizarre." Also performing were his old magic friends Paul Nathan and Jade!
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New shoes were a big hit!
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Magic consultant for CCCT's production of THE MOUNTAINTOP. Directed by Marilyn Langbehn.
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Ken Sonkin at The Magic Castle. Hollywood, CA
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