Workshops/ Lectures

Magic Workshop

In David’s mind, Magic and Magic Tricks, are two very different things. This workshop will explore both. Through a crash course in illusion, we will examine how we interact with reality. You will go home with many more questions than you came in with, as well as 3 tricks you can amuse and amaze your friends with! Topics covered will include Sleight of Hand, Misdirection, Secret Devices, Storytelling, Persona, Mindreading, and Human Interaction, as well as Dreams, Imagination and Creativity. More Info

Tribal Fusion Dance Workshop

Curious about belly dance? Come out and give it a shot! This introductory workshop will focus on proper posture and basic movements used in the world of Oriental Fusion Dance. Moves are taught step by step, and then combined into a short piece that students can take home and practice on their own. No previous dance experience is required and questions are strongly encouraged! More Info

Ukulele Workshop

Do you find that the 6 strings of the guitar too many? Do you feel that you are not nerdy enough for the accordion? Now there is an instrument for EVERYONE!Great for parties!  Perfect to play along at jams! Easy to pick up, hard to put down! Travel Sized! 4 strings and the truth! The Incredible, Portable, Magical, Musical, Ukulele is now within your reach! Learn the basics of making sweet uke love and leave this workshop well on your way to becoming a ROCK GOD! More Info

Poi Workshop

Poi is a beautiful movement art driven by a pair of weighted balls tethered to the hands. This workshop will teach the foundations of poi's unique method of combining together art and geometry to create complex patterns in mid-air. You'll learn the basics of butterflies, reels, weaves, and wraps, engaging in an art that is as much an exercise for the brain as it is the body. Amaze your friends by becoming a living spirograph! More Info

Balloon Twisting Workshop

Learn to make a crazy balloon hat and the customary balloon dog or balloon sword. April's Twisted Entertainment will guide you through step-by-step so you can take home a creation that you made yourself. Great at festivals, as a fun team-building exercise, and all forms of special events! More Info

Shocked & Amazed Sideshow Lecture

James Taylor has been called “the world’s foremost authority on sideshow” c/o his Shocked and Amazed! On & Off the Midway, the world’s only periodical on contemporary and historical sideshow, novelty and variety exhibition. James is available to present interactive Sideshow lectures, where he will discuss the past, present and future of the Sideshow. He will bring several sideshow oddities to accompany the talk, and can also perform the nail board as part of his presentation! More Info