Magicana

Magicana was founded in May 2000 by magician David Ben, Canadian broadcasting icon Patrick Watson, and documentary filmmaker Daniel Zuckerbrot.

Magicana is funded by donations from private foundations and individuals; and from the sales of tickets and publications on a cost recovery basis.

Magicana developed and runs two, community outreach programs: My Magic Hands and Senior Sorcery.

The program engages seniors by breaking the "fourth wall" of theatre and involving their participation in the magic.

The program also empowers by giving seniors the ability to invite their family and friends to a special event.

The program also aims to bridge or connect generations by offering a group activity that all can participate in, enjoy together and to discuss afterwards.

Juan Tamariz performing at the Panasonic Theatre, June 2010
Juan Tamariz performing at the Panasonic Theatre in Toronto as part of the Masters of Magic series of Luminato, June 2010
Card Table Artifice presented at the Jane Mallet Theatre in Toronto June 2014
Card Table Artifice presented at the Jane Mallet Theatre in Toronto as part of the Transgressive Magic series of Luminato, June 2014
Eric Mead lecturing for magic enthusiasts in Toronto, August 2008
Eric Mead lecturing for magic enthusiasts in Toronto, August 2008
Client from Holland Bloorview performing at The Big Show, June 2011
Client from Holland Bloorview performing at The Big Show , June 2011
Performance of Hocus Pocus for seniors, November 2008
Performance of Hocus Pocus for seniors at a senior's residence and community centre in the Greater Toronto Area, November 2008