Bill not only performs magic, but lectures, teaches and judges it. Following are some of his accomplishments:
Performer – Bill has performed at dozens of venues for thousands of people. He has performed at the Akron Civic Theater, the Youngstown Playhouse, the John S. Knight Center, Blossom Music Center and the Cabaret Room at Tangiers. He has performed at many restaurants and was the house magician at both the Pelican Cove restaurant and the Beer Haus bar/restaurant, in Akron, Ohio. He was the sleight-of-hand performer for the North American debut of The Illusionists, Seven of the Greatest Magicians in the World, at E. J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.
Lecturer – Bill is a recognized expert on magic and the psychology behind it. He has lectured at Muhlenberg College as part of their Theory and Art of Magic Symposium. He has lectured on both the history and psychology of magic at venues such as the Franklin Club and Concordia. He taught magic for years at Mr. Fun’s magic shop, and also gives private lessons.
Gatherings – Bill has several times been a judge at the Magifest and International Brotherhood of Magicians conventions, where magicians from all over the world compete against one another for tens of thousands of dollars in prizes and recognition. He is an attendee of the exclusive FFFF convention, an invitation-only gathering of the best close-up performers in the world.
Offices – Bill is President of the local magic club, the Akron Magical Arts Society and Territorial Vice President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.
Speaker - Bill is an award winning speaker and Toastmaster ‘Advanced Communicator’. He has spoken on magic and leadership to various clubs and organizations.
Corporate Clients – Bill regularly performs for corporate clients such as Cargil, Milbar EMH, Pepsi, Key Bank, Akron University, Avalon, Buckingham, Doolittle and Buuroughs, etc.
No matter what kind of event you are planning, Bill Bishop can help you turn it into one that will be remembered for years to come.
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