Photo Flash: RADNEVSKY'S REAL MAGIC Appears at La MaMa ETC

RADNEVSKY'S REAL MAGIC follows the comeback of legendary underground magician The Great Radnevsky (portrayed by master illusionist Peter Samelson) who returns to the stage, following an absence of nearly three decades. RADNEVSKY'S REAL MAGIC blends the avant-garde theatrics of The Talking Band with The Great Radnevsky's masterful talents, as he weaves a captivating web of stories within stories -- complete with stunning and confounding illusion. Joining The Great Radnevsky is Harry Telkhines (portrayed by Dennis Kyriakos), Radnevsky's protégé. Together, the two magicians perform a dazzlingly intricate narrative, full of both innovative and classic illusions, in a piece that blurs the lines of performance and reality.

This season marks the Talking Band's thirty-fifth year, making the company not only old enough to run for the Presidency, but also one of the most enduring experimental theater companies in the nation.

RADNEVSKY'S REAL MAGIC was created by Peter Samelson and Paul Zimet. The production features text, story and direction by Paul Zimet; original magic by Peter Samelson, with additional magic by Dennis Kyriakos, Imam and Jim Steinmeier; original music by Ellen Maddow; set design by Anna Kiraly; lighting design by Nan Zhang; and costume design by Kiki Smith.

RADNEVSKY'S REAL MAGIC runs through October 25 at La MaMa E.T.C.(74 East 4th Street); Thursdays and Fridays at 8pm; Saturdays at 5:00pm and 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:30, with an additional 8pm performance on Wednesday, October 21 at 8:00pm. Tickets are $20. For reservations, visit the La MaMa E.T.C. box office at 74 East 4th Street or online at www.lamama.org or call 212-475-7710.

For additional information, please visit www.talkingband.org

Peter Samelson and Paul Zimet

Peter Samelson and Dennis Kyriakos

Peter Samelson & Dennis Kyirakos with Paul Zimet

Peter Samelson and Paul Zimet