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“ ... a 30-minute live magic act in the Presentation Theater called "Mysteries of the Human Body." Written with humor and performed by Chris Conner, who is in charge of Exploration Place's special programs, the magic show takes place in an elaborate, eccentric science lab with help from volunteers in the audience. Conner and his assistant, J.T. Byrne, demonstrate the body's five senses with illusions that range from levitation to psychic surgery (pulling out 26 feet of intestines that look a lot like garden hose). A highlight is a filmed stunt with veteran magician Mark Wilson, who makes a psychic connection with the audience long-distance from the famed Magic Castle in Los Angeles. Conner and his crew designed and built all but two of the props for this original show. It's the sort of audience participation show that's rare
in science centers but familiar at venues like Walt Disney
World and Universal Studios.” “Chris Conner has been writing, producing, marketing, and performing in live theatre shows for Exploration Place for the past two years, and has made the success of the live shows a major reason that visitors are coming to this creative learning center. I have never seen anyone in the field who is as versatile and professional in his style and execution of presentation. In all of the productions that Chris Conner has developed and performed in, his eye for fun and exciting shows is blended with a keen understanding for real learning. The great thing about Chris Conner’s shows is that the writing and execution of the facts and fun is so good that the audience never realizes that they’re learning. He inspires people through theatre and magic that asking questions and leaving with a sense of awe drives you to want to explore the world around you. He reaches audiences of all ages and interests – that is the trademark of a veteran performer, and elevates this theatre to a new level.” Alan Edstrom |