ART OF ILLUSION
"Professional Magic Entertainment"
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A World Of Magic Awaits....

TESTIMONIALS

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"I have been working with Brad since January of 2014. Brad regularly performs close-up magic and mentalism as part of the variety entertainment line-up at Motor City Casino in Detroit, Michigan.  Brad, I've never heard anything but positive feedback from casino patrons and staff with respect to your professionalism and your ability to engage patrons with your humorous demeanour and amazing trickery! I look forward to booking you at Motor City Casino in the future!

Barry Holden

MEA Entertainment

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"We recently had magician Brad Toulouse perform at our annual staff holiday party, which took place at Badali Bar & Cucina here in Toronto.

Brad was a consummate professional and indeed a pleasure to work with! Although dressed “to the nines” his style was relaxed and informal, moving from group to group and entertaining with his wonderful magic and mentalism. The peals of laughter and gasps of amazement were proof positive that our staff enjoyed his unique brand of entertainment!

We hope to have Brad back again in the future, and I would wholeheartedly recommend him!"

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Lee Medeiros

Supervisor Mutual Funds Trading

Canadian Wealth Management Operations

RBC

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“ Windsor Crossing Premium Outlets would like to thank you for a wonderful performance during our ‘Lights....Camera....Fashion!!!’ phase opening event....we were very impressed with your ability to perform various magic tricks both traveling and stationary at our shopping centre....both adults and children were amazed by your performances....it was a pleasure working with you and we hope to work with you again in the future.”

Aileen Cooney, Marketing Co-ordinator

Windsor Crossing Premium Outlets

“On behalf of E.L. Productions and Krispy Kreme I would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for an outstanding job as host at the Krispy Kreme Grand Opening Event. The crowd was brought to a hightened level of excitement due in large part to your energy and enthusiasm. Your dedication and professionalism played a huge part in making this event a great success. It was a pleasure to meet and work with you.”

Kristy Beresford

E.L. Productions, Toronto

“....it takes ability, knowledge and talent to entertain a diverse group of people....our Board of Governors was very fortunate to have had the opportunity to have you perform at their Christmas party this past December....from the first magic trick to the wide array of illusions it was well received by all....an audience’s  reaction to an entertainer is the best indicator of success....I heard many comments that this was in fact the best Christmas get together yet....congratulations on your continued success....I certainly hope this is the beginning of an ongoing relationship between you and St. Clair College....”

John Strasser, Ph.D., President

St. Clair College of Applied Arts & Technology

“....this is to introduce Mr. Brad Toulouse....as a former teacher and program coordinator with the Greater Essex County School Board I was heavily involved with Health Education programs and curriculum....since my retirement I have remained involved in these areas....specifically I help to coordinate the Racing Against Drugs program for Grade 5 students in the Windsor Essex area, for both the Public and Catholic School Boards....this year we were fortunate to have Mr. Toulouse as a presenter in our program....this involved over twenty-five eight minute presentations to groups of students per day over a six day period....Mr.. Toulouse used his skills as a magician to deliver messages regarding choices, alcohol, drug and tobacco use....his was a very captivating presentation, with an excellent delivery, a positive message, and he related to the students and teachers very well....his presentation met many of the Ontario Curriculum Expectations for Physical Health and Education....I highly recommend Mr. Toulouse as a skilled performer....”

Elliott J. Dunlop, President

Human Dynamics Educational Services

“....I just wanted to take a moment to express our appreciation for all of the great work you did which made our home show display an incredible success....when we originally thought of using a magician to create a focal point for our booth we thought it would be a novel and fun idea....we were pleasantly surprised by the professional and personalized touches you incorporated into your act to articulate our customer service message....I do not believe that anyone who attended the show was unaware of the Bank of Montreal booth and the fact that we are in the mortgage business....we would like to once again thank you, hopefully one day we will have the opportunity to work together again....”

Mary Anne Wenzler-Weibe, Manager of Loans & Mortgages

Bank of Montreal

“....thank you for your excellent presentation at our Annual General Meeting last evening....I was convinced that you would be able to achieve some degree of success with your skills as a magician & speaker but I must say that you far exceeded my expectations....the guests sat spellbound listening to your presentation as you weaved entertaining magic to demonstrate a connection to the serious educational information you presented....your unique presentation made this one of our best Annual General Meetings ever....I truly believe magic ia a most excellent method of getting people to listen and understand concepts and could be applied to other issues as well....”

Helen Hayward, Executive Director

Amherstburg Community Services

“....on behalf of the sales staff at General Motors of Canada-Ontario Zone location in Richmond Hill Ontario, we certainly enjoyed your performance....we appreciate your efforts to accommodate us in such short notice and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors....”

Dianne Kelly, Office Administrative Manager

General Motors of Canada-Ontario Zone Division

“....your performance at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Boat Cruise was thoroughly enjoyed by all our guests....I know entertaining on a moving vessel to such a diverse crowd can be difficult....however the feedback I received from guests was very positive....Brad you left them spellbound!....”

Marlene Corey, Producer/Volunteer Coordinator

COGECO Cable Systems Inc.

“....thank you for your magic entertainment for our executive event to Pine Knob to see Credence Clearwater Revival....although space was limited and the ride was not always smooth, you did a fine job entertaining staff....possibly we will be able to use your services in the future....”

Mark Stevenson

Casino Windsor

“....I would highly recommend Brad Toulouse from The Art of Illusion for any event....as a member of a committee I had to sell the idea of having an illusionist at our conference and a lot of people said, ‘well you know our organization is a little different, I don’t know if our people would appreciate that type of entertainment....well, what I learned was that Brad is not only a great illusionist who did tricks that truly had people baffled, he is a great entertainer and because I work at York University I would go as far to say that he is a bit of a sociologist!....people are people, they like to laugh and he entertained them and that is what Brad is all about....he worked through our conference delegates as we hosted a cocktail reception and later in the evening put on a show which included a non-profit auction....Brad was able to read and sense the mood of the crowd and get everyone involved in his performance....in reflection it was a positive experience being introduced to Brad and I would say that his performance was one of the contributing factors to the success of our conference....”

John Wilson, Education Committee Chair

International Society of Arboriculture

“....thanks for your astonishing performance during our company picnic....your magic show was entertaining for all ages....the children were mesmerized and the adults are still trying to figure out just how you did it!....we appreciate the extra effort you had put into arranging the entertainment for the day, including the clowns and snow cones....you had gone beyond what was expected and we want to thank you for all the extra work....we are looking forward to your mind reading show at our Christmas party, but being a mind reader you probably already knew that!!!

Jodie Hollett, Education, Recruitment and Entertainment Officer

First Choice Haircutters, Ontario

“....we at Chemfil Canada Limited would like to take this opportunity to thank YOU for the entertainment you provided for our annual picnic....the pictures taken certainly show the laughter and amazement on the children’s faces (the big kids faces too!)....you certainly were a big part of making this day successful and fun-filled....”

Debra Lemmon

Chemfil Canada Limited

“....on behalf of all of our staff I would like to extend our sincere thanks for a job well done at our annual customer appreciation dinner....clients and staffalike were amazed at your magical performance....by incorporating both walk-around personal magic and a large attendance show we were able to appreciate your talent in ‘the art of illusion’....once again thank you for making our evening a successful and enjoyable event....”

Kristen Galasso, Office Manager

Pro Fit Manufacturing

“....just a quick note to let you know how much we enjoyed your act at our annual Christmas Luncheon....we have had many compliments on your amazing performance from the guests at the luncheon and would not hesitate to recommend you to any of our associates in the future!....”

Gary Katz

Unimor Capital Corporation

“....just to let you know how well we enjoyed your performance at our Christmas Party a few weeks ago....we are still talking about it to this very day....your audience participation and the results of your entertainment are amazing....we look forward to having you at future company events, possibly for our annual family picnic, I will keep in touch as plans unfold....once again our thanks for an incredibly wonderful evening that kept us all interested and in awe!....”

Sure Seal Roofing & Siding

“....well we certainly didn’t make a mistake hiring you!....you were a great contribution to our promotional outing on July 9th....thank you very much for your commitment on such short notice....I enjoyed working with you and the guests enjoyed your performances....”

Trese MacNeil, Convention Sales Manager

Windsor Essex County Convention & Visitors Bureau

“....thank you for being part of Windsor and Essex County’s largest children’s event-The Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) Anthony Toldo Children’s Fest....the comments that we have received from parents and children about Wacky Max’s Magic Shack have certainly been terrific!....it was surely difficult not to notice the size of the audience and their enthusiastic applause during your show....we look forward to cultivating our relationship with you....”

Cindy DiCarlo, General Manager

The Rotary Club of Windsor

“....your participation in Bright Nights/United Way’s Inaugural New Year’s Eve Family Celebration at Charles Clark Square was a great success!....The Art of Illusion was the PERFECT act for our family friendly event....the feedback that our committee received about you was very positive and we hope to use your services for next year’s family celebration....thanks for your professionalism and for putting on such a wonderful performance....”

Mark Shilling, Marketing/Public Relations Coordinator

Bright Nights New Year’s Eve Celebration

“....thank you very much for performing ‘Count Laff-U-La’s Halloween Spooktacular’ at our Annual Family Halloween Festival....the children were captivated by your amazing performance!....it was a pleasure having you entertain at this event as well as past events, and we look forward to seeing you in February for Kids Cabin Fever!....”

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“....this letter is in recognition of your work as a children’s entertainer for our annual Kids Cabin Fever Event....each year we strive to provide entertainment that is not only humorous and engaging for the children but also age appropriate and wholesome....we have utilized your services for many years now because of these values and for the level of professionalism that you have provided....we look forward to your participation at (next year’s) Kids Cabin Fever Event and of course any new initiatives that you may present in the future....best wishes as you continue to bring a smile to the faces of all the children you entertain!....”

Tina Gatt, Coordinator

Council for the Prevention of Child Abuse, Windsor Essex-County

“....on behalf of the Windsor-Essex County Active Living Coalition and the Sneaker Day Committee I would like to thank you for agreeing to participate in Sneaker Day celebrations this year....your magic demonstration was a wonderful addition to the day’s agenda of active living demonstrations....”

Colleen Logue

Windsor Essex County Active Living Coalition

“....it was amazing how Brad was able to incorporate “Pain Management” into his magic show....his performance at Ida Tigchelaar. Pain & Symptom Management Coordinator’s farewell party was outstanding, personal, and just delightful!!!....Brad’s magic show made the evening special and memorable for not only Ida but for all her guests from Windsor and Essex County....”

Sandra Crowe, Director of Programs & Education

The Hospice of Windsor & Essex County

“....thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to amaze and entertain our Development Committee volunteers....your magic and wizardly character were perfectly themed....the audience was thrilled, and it set the stage for us to discuss the magic of ‘Friend-Raising’....”

Ellen Hope, Executive Director

Centers for Seniors Windsor

“....I am writing to thank you for your performance yesterday, it was a great show and our audience of 110 children & parents were delighted with your songs & tricks....in addition to ‘plugging’ the library by encouraging children to look up our magic books, I found that you were very flexible in your act, since at times there were wandering or crying toddlers that could be quite distracting....at the end of the show the children wanted to get close to you, so shaking hands with everyone as they left the auditorium made them feel quite special....”

Ellen Lewkowicz, Programming Librarian

Toronto Public Library

“....I would like to let you know that your performances at the Preston and Hespeler Libraries were very well received by both staff and library patrons (you were reported to be a ‘big hit’ with the children!!!)....staff members were also appreciative of the favorable comments you made to your young audiences about libraries....we would very much like to have you back again to Cambridge to perform, I will be contacting you for bookings in the near future....”

Dixie Alkier, Children’s Services Co-ordinator

Cambridge Public Library

“I am enclosing the Sarnia Observer photograph from your ‘I Love To Read’ magic show which you presented at the Lambton County Library system....our March Break audience thoroughly enjoyed the show....the idea of stressing the importance of reading and the care of books through magic is a unique one....however it is a concept that went over well with the school-aged children and the parents in attendance....being able to maintain the attention of children and adults simultaneously is indeed a talent....programs like yours also help promote our library services....thank you and all the best in your future endeavours.”

April James, Sarnia Branch Supervisor

Lambton County Library