Supporting the arts through the HEARTS of the community, by providing an outlet for individuals to learn, see, and experience the arts in all its forms.
We believe that access to the arts is not just for the privelaged. It should and must be made available to all those who seek it, regardless of race, creed, or economic status.
PERFORMING ARTS
MAGIC OF TOLERANCE
This program teaches kids, through the use of specially designed magic effects, the following lessons:
CAMPS FOR KIDS
Various camps for kids involving theater, film production, and magic.
We house a variety of events to help promote the arts through showcases and activities. Some of these events include:
Although we love the arts, we also believe in having a little fun.
Maybe you think of sawing a woman in half, or pulling a rabbit out of a hat, or someone doing card tricks...
An innovative program that uses magic as a form of therapy for people with physical, psychological, and social disabilities. Project Magic combines the talents of professionals in the entertainment field and those in the medical field to provide a quality of therapeutic training for patients far ahead of traditional rehabilitative programs and techniques. Patients involved with this fun, stimulating activity experience enhanced motivation.
One day a parent came into our studio and said her son wanted to be in a school talent show, The only problem was that he had autism. Had difficulty with speech, eye contact, and standing still. We helped developed routines that would compliment his strengths and avoid frustration. Kids in his classroom were amazed over the magic he performed. After his performance, his mother was in tears over the joy she experienced in watching her son do something she never thought possible.
When we first met this student, he had difficulty with speaking and fine motor skills making him quiet and reclusive. While working with him for several months he began to be more talkative and more engaging to the people around him. Magic gave him a sense of pride and confidence, because he was able to do something people thought was amazing. He performs regularly for his family and friends, and he has a tremendous memory for the things he has learned. He loved magic so much we continue to work with him, and he has performed in several of our shows.
When we were first introduced to this student, it was a sad story. He had bone cancer in his leg that could have cost him his limb, worse yet his life. During treatments, we began working with him by teaching him magic, giving him a distraction from what was going on. The more we worked on his magic, the more he began to focus on his greater potential, and less on the trauma of his day-to-day struggles. As he started to develop more confidence, he would perform for the other kids in the hospital as well as the medical staff. Magic was there at a time when he needed it most. Magic was a bright revitalization to a dark chapter in his life. Thankfully this story has a happy ending, he did not lose his leg, his cancer is now in remission, and he has graduated from high school.
James began his career working for a credit union in the Accounting Department and later became Deposit Services Manager, while pursuing a degree in accounting. He later joined a non-profit agency where he became the Internal Auditor for nearly 6 years. He resigned from this position to take another position in Ventura, California, with a national software company as partner and CFO. In this position, James helped grow the company from $450 thousand in revenue in 2001 to be being sold for $10 million in 2011. James brings a deep experience in managing and working with non-profits.
Julie is the co-founder of The House of MAGIC Foundation. She is the artist in the family and has been involved in a variety of arts programs since high school. Julie began her career in early childhood education. She also spent several years teaching art to elementary school-age children. Julie is a firm believer that the arts are critical in the development of a child and in helping build communities.
Joshua is the owner-operator of White Rabbit Magic Shop. He is also executive producer on several independent movies. Joshua began his education in musical arts by attending school for Classical Guitar. Joshua struggles with some physical challenges, and through the arts, he is able to overcome many of these obstacles. Having personally witnessed what the arts can do for him, he strongly believes that the arts should be accessible to anyone who seeks it.
Trudy worked several years as an office manager for a national software company. Later in her career she worked for the Fillmore School District, up to her retirement, with high school students requiring special needs. She has a strong foundation for community and for supporting the underserved.
Markus has been an active Hollywood actor and writer for the past 30 years. He has had a highly successful television and film career including shows such as Doogie Howser, NYPD Blue, Mad About You, and Curb Your Enthusiasm as well as film work with Lucy Liu, Robin Wright, Tara Reid, and Whoopi Goldberg. Markus hopes to bring his creative influence to help ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity in their creative expression.
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