 Steve Wyrick stands at the forefront of a new generation of illusionary artists. While the popular magician is known for his over-the-top magic, which includes a Hummer, an airplane, and yes, even a death crane, his fondness for sleight-of-hand magic also is evident in his performances. Although audiences are wowed nightly as Wyrick is hoisted some 40 feet into the air riding a motorcycle, only to disappear within milliseconds, it is his up-close and personal illusions that give this Texas born magician the most satisfaction.
"It`s amazing to see the faces of people when I`m performing a card trick or making a coin appear inches away from them," Wyrick says. "To see the smallest feat create such a sense of awe is really why I wanted to be a magician." Whether it is a deck of playing cards, a piece of fruit or even a tiny bird, Wyrick finds a way to involve his audiences.
The charming magician has made the all-new Planet Hollywood Las Vegas his home inside the Steve Wyrick Theatre. But during every show, he also takes it to the streets, performing his signature hand illusions at the front of the resort on Las Vegas Boulevard to the amusement of unsuspecting tourists.
Wyrick`s adventures on the street are videoed back into the theater, where the audience has been found laughing and applauding at the action on the large viewing screens. "It is, after all, a live performance and I really never know what I might encounter," Wyrick notes. The amiable performer seems to take it all in stride and enjoys the spectacle right along with his guests.
Named "Magician of the Year" by the International Magician`s Society, Wyrick has made his mark on magic with numerous television specials and has performed the world over, from an audience of the president and first lady to arenas in Japan.
Steve Wyrick`s mind-blowing magic can be seen at 7pm and 9pm nightly at the Planet Hollywood Resort inside the Steve Wyrick Theatre on the mezzanine level (dark Fridays).
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