Milt Larsen

Magician Milt Larsen Dies at 92

Milt Larsen has died at 12:28pm on Sunday, May 28th, in Los Angeles of Natural Causes at 92. The patriarch of magic, Milt was perhaps best known for his life-long role in the world of magic and illusion, and grew up in a family of magicians.  

VIDEO: Neil Patrick Harris, Leonard Maltin, David Copperfield and More Take Part in Milt Larsen's 90th Birthday Celebration

This week a who's who of magic lovers and master of the mystifying themselves gathered, from New York to Nashville and Los Angeles as well as Hawaii, virtually to celebrate the patriarch of illusion, Milt Larsen's, 90th.

Extraoridnary Magicians, Illusionists And Variety Acts Make Uo The 63rd Edition Of IT'S MAGIC At The McCallum

The McCallum Theatre will welcome some of the world's biggest stars in magic for the 63rd annual edition of It's Magic!, at 3:00 pm, Sunday, March 22. Producers Milt Larsen and Terry Hill have put together an entirely new lineup of extraordinary magicians featuring illusionists, comedy magicians, expert manipulators and variety acts from America's Got Talent, headliners from Las Vegas and international magic award winners! This year's lineup includes Henrik Bothe, David and Dania, Chuck Jones and Co., Ray Pierce and Co., and Nick Diffatte.

IT'S MAGIC! America's Greatest Magicians Join. Forces At The McCallum To Boggle The Mind

The McCallum Theatre presents the all new annual edition of "It's Magic!" on Sunday, February 17, at 3:00pm. For this year's "It's Magic!", producers Milt Larsen and Terry Hill have gathered stars of magic who are international magic award winners, headliners in Las Vegas, and who have performed on television and internationally.

China's NOVAEX Group And Magic Castles Incorporated Enter Magical Partnership

NOVAEX Group (NOVAEX) www.novaex.com.cn and Magic Castles Incorporated (MCI) www.magiccastle.com have partnered to create a technically forward magic experience for Chinese audiences, blending the iconic Hollywood institution The Magic Castle with the rich tradition of magic in China, the announcement was made today by MCI founder Milt Larsen and NOVAEX CEO Jeson Zheng.

All-Star Magic Revue IT'S MAGIC Set for the Harris Center

Once again, the art of magic is alive and thriving at the Harris Center for the Arts.

Photo Flash: Carol Channing Leads 'HALF-CHRISTMAS' Fundraiser at the Magic Castle

'Hello Magic Castle! And a happy half season's greetings to you!' declared stage legend, Carol Channing, as she took her seat center stage, where she belongs, at the world famous Magic Castle. The Magic Castle was honored and proud to present the iconic Carol Channing for a public Q&A, to a sold out crowd, on Thursday, June 25th. Scroll down for photos!

IT'S MAGIC! Coming to Harris Center, 3/29

Harris Center for the Arts audiences have fallen in love with It's Magic!, proven by consecutive years of sold-out performances and added performances. Now this show returns to Folsom with an exciting all-new lineup!

IT'S MAGIC! Returning to Cerritos Center, 3/15

The Los Angeles Times calls It's Magic! 'A must for magic buffs of all ages.' The show lineup changes each season and it has been seen regularly throughout the USA including Hawaii, Washington, California, Arizona and Connecticut.

Photo Flash: Inside Hollywood Arts Council's 28th Annual Charlie Awards Luncheon

The Hollywood Arts Council presented their 28th Annual Charlie Awards Luncheon in theBlossom Room of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, home of the first Academy Awards ceremony, at a Sold Out event on Friday, April 25, 2014. Shauna McClure, Executive Director of the Hollywood Arts Council said: "This was the record breaking year of all time in the Hollywood Arts Council's 36-year history. We raised $110,000 at this year's luncheon. Our Online Auction is still open atwww.biddingforgood.com/hollywoodartscouncil. The auction items include one-of-a-kind items, tickets to shows, art and the like. Bidding will close at 12-Midnight on Wednesday, April 30, 2014."

Hollywood Arts Council's 28th Annual Charlie Awards Luncheon to Honor Richard M. Sherman, Open Fist Theatre and More, 4/25

The Hollywood Arts Council's 28th Annual Charlie Awards Luncheon, benefiting the Council's arts programs for underserved children in the community, will be held on April 25, 2014. Emceed by ABC7 Television's George Pennacchio, the luncheon will take place in the Blossom Room in the Hollywoof Roosevelt Hotel. Arrivals will happen between 11:15am and 12:00noon, at which time the event begins.

Photo Flash: Joanne Worley, Fred Willard and More Celebrate Milt Larsen at the Magic Castle

A host of illusion loving personalities, including JoAnne Worley, Richard Sherman, Johnny Cannizarro, Tippi Hedren, Chuck McMann, Fred Willard, Leonard Maltin, Debbie Reynolds and more, gathered in the Inner Circle of the world famous Magic Castle to celebrate the birthday of its co-founder and expert of all things magical - Mr. Milt Larsen. In tribute to the guest of honor, all guests arrived wearing their own version of the Larsen trademark mustache.

IT'S MAGIC! Set for Harris Center, 3/30

Harris Center for the Arts audiences has fallen in love with It's Magic as shown by consecutive years of sold-out performances and added performances... Now this show returns to Folsom with an exciting all-new lineup!

Photo Flash: Jay Johnson Hosts IT'S MAGIC! in Thousand Oaks

It takes a much more educated hand to mystify or entertain a crowd than it did on the Vaudeville stages of early America and the founder of the Magic Castle, Milt Larsen, along with veteran producer, Terry Hill, have been offering audiences that little something new and exciting every year for 56 years with their annual production of 'It's Magic!' The program held at the Thousand Oaks Civic Center Plaza, under the direction of Dale Hindman and hosted by Tony Award winner, Jay Johnson, last Saturday night did not disappoint. The scheduled performers included a veteran line up of illustrious illusionists such as Christopher Hart, Adam Trent, Rick Thomas and Magic Castle co-founder, Milt Larsen, as well as the close up talents of Rich Manley in the lobby during the shows intermission. Scroll down for photos!

IT'S MAGIC Returns to Thousand Oaks With Award-Winning Magicians Tonight

Back by popular demand, the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza presents It's Magic! at the Fred Kavli Theatre, tonight, November 30, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Tony-Winner Jay Johns Joins IT'S MAGIC as New Host Tonight

Due to a new filming conflict, Michael Carbonaro, has had to step down from the role of host for the annual 'It's Magic!' show. However, Producers Milt Larsen and Terry Hill are very fortunate to have been able to secure Tony Award winning ventriloquist Jay Johnson as his replacement to perform in and host the show.

IT'S MAGIC Returns to Thousand Oaks With Award-Winning Magicians, 11/30

It's Magic! has been delighting generations of families and magic enthusiasts for more than 50 years. This dazzling live stage show is unique in that it features top professional magicians from all over the world, with each act carefully selected to represent the variety of the arts of magic. The audience will see internationally recognized and award-winning magicians direct from Las Vegas and Hollywood's Magic Castle perform sleight of hand, full stage illusions and comedy. The Los AngelesTimes calls It's Magic! 'A must for magic buffs of all ages.' The all- new 2013 lineup includes Christopher Hart, Jay Johnson, Milt Larsen, Adam Trent and Rick Thomas.

Tony-Winner Jay Johns Joins IT'S MAGIC as New Host, 11/30

Due to a new filming conflict, Michael Carbonaro, has had to step down from the role of host for the annual 'It's Magic!' show. However, Producers Milt Larsen and Terry Hill are very fortunate to have been able to secure Tony Award winning ventriloquist Jay Johnson as his replacement to perform in and host the show.

Photo Coverage: The Betty White Inspirational Award Goes to The Search Dog Foundation

'Best in Show, for Actors and Others for Animals (A&O), was a big winner for the people attending,' remarks A&O President, JoAnne Worley. 'The talented celebrities sharing clips of their pets, to the many animals that our charity help every day. And a good time was had by all.'

A NIGHT AT THE MAGIC CASTLE Comes to Pasadena Playhouse Tonight

Milt Larsen, along with Terry Hill, is currently executive producing 'It's Magic!' (itsmagicshow.com) now in its 56th year. A tradition for magic buffs and slight of hand fans, the show has been seen regularly throughout the USA including Hawaii, Washington, California, Arizona and Connecticut. The upcoming production will be appearing at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on Saturday, November 30th at 7:00 pm and will be hosted by Michael Carbonaro.