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The Illusionists returns to Broadway with new jaw-dropping magic
From:Xinhua  |  2018-11-28 05:07

NEW YORK, Nov. 27 (Xinhua) -- The blockbuster touring magic spectacular The Illusionists returned to Broadway for its fourth holiday season in New York City with entertainers that have captivated audience worldwide, according to a press conference on Tuesday.

Themed "Magic of the Holidays," the show offers a family-friendly atmosphere with an all-new installment that features close-up magic, illusions, escapes, and technological spectacle.

The show marks the Broadway debut of Shin Lim, one of the hottest new names in the magic world and the latest winner of America's Got Talent, a popular American televised talent competition that has run for 13 years.

The 27-year-old started learning close-up card tricks by himself 11 years ago. Tens of thousands of hours of practice and a natural gift have contributed to his incredible dexterity of hands that always leaves a stunned crowd of audience who cannot believe their eyes.

"Sometime magic can become a little bit repetitive or easy to figure out, so I'm always trying to create something new. Everything you see in this performance is created by me," Lim, who is also a professionally-trained pianist, said about the secret of his success.

Lim has toured around China in recent years and appeared in several Chinese TV shows. "I love China. I love going back all the time and I especially love the Chinese food," said the Canadian-American born to Chinese-Singaporean parents.

Other highlights of the show include Canadian magician Darcy Oake, who was invited to perform for Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom for her 90th birthday celebrations in 2016.

The Illusionists had amazed New Yorkers during the Christmas season from 2014 to 2016. This year's show will run through Dec. 30 at Broadway's Marquis Theatre.

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