It's robots and magic and slapstick... oh my! Mario the Maker Magician is a smash-hit, all-ages family theater experience that will lead you through an hour-long journey of energy-driven interaction, belly laughs, and maker inspiration. The contagiously upbeat Mario has been dubbed "magic's punk rock Peter Pan philosopher," and rightly so. Mario has been featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Sesame Street, and live all over the the world to sold out audiences and critical acclaim. No one leaves the show empty-handed OR empty-hearted.
Fresh off a sold‑out two‑week engagement at The New Victory Theater in New York City, he is currently captivating audiences during a seven‑week run at Underbelly Boulevard in London.
The show runs for 60 minutes, with no intermission.
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS:
Mario the Maker Magician incorporates a strong S.T.E.A.M. theme throughout the show, using magic as a language to tell stories of artists, inventors, and innovators in history and to deliver messages of encouragement to “do what you love, use what you have, and have fun.” The show is full of handmade props, intentionally using only accessible, kid-friendly materials like cardboard, recycled objects, and easy-to-learn simple electronics and 3D printing.
PUBLIC AUDIENCE: Ages 4-11
SCHOOL TIME AUDIENCE: K – 5th grade; Ages 4-11
“the best kids magician in the world!!” - David Blaine
"charm, charisma, and gleeful insanity" - Vogue
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“superb" - The New York Times
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"borderline anarchy that's extremely good fun" 4 STARS -Time Out London
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“instant and infectious chaos in the best possible way” 5 STARS - one4review
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“his genuine investment in the future creative endeavors of these kids shines through" 4 STARS - The Scotsman
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“relentlessly brilliant” 5 STARS -The List UK
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“irresistible anarchic fervour” 5 STARS -The Stage
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