Chris Pilsworth is based in Ottawa, Canada's capital. His enthusiasm for magic was sparked at the age of twelve, when he attended a magic show at the city's National Arts Centre.

Chris' interest continued unabated throughout high school and university. Graduating with distinction in Industrial Design from Carleton University in Ottawa in 1986, Chris decided to pursue his dream of becoming a full-time professional magician.

The magic and the illusions - many of which are Chris Pilsworth originals - are performed expertly and intelligently. Ardently professional, Chris' exacting standards strongly reflect his formal training in design.

Chris Pilsworth's magic is guaranteed to captivate. His shows combine a unique and varied repertoire with a warm, humorous style. And the special rapport that he builds with his audience creates many magical moments. Chris' performances can be tailored for the individual occasion, particular age group or audience interest. Well-known and respected throughout Ontario, Chris is called back by his clients year after year.

A thousand and one details underlie performances of magic and illusion and they are all approached in the same way - with expert attention to every element. Clients appreciate and count on this approach. It's why Chris is in constant demand.

Let's take a look at the highlights of Chris' professional career.

2009 Rogers Event, Mont Tremblant Quebec Tour Chipworks Corporate Event Investors Group Events 2008 Kirkland Lake Winter Carnival Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, 35 performances New Market Theatre, 8 performances Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Christmas Party 2007 Nipissing University Algonquin College Bayview Wildwood Resort 2006 Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival Nipissing University Lighthouse Theatre, Port Dover: Catch the Magic 2005 Centrepointe Theatre, Ottawa: Magic Man Centre for the Arts, St. Catherines: Catch the Magic Canadian Tulip Festival Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival Gravenhurst Opera House, Gravenhurst: solo program 2004 Voted "Magician of the Year" by the Ottawa society of Magicians Sean O'Sullivan Theatre, St. Catherines World Partnership Walk 2003 Centrepointe Theatre, Ottawa: Vaudeville Stormont County Fair, Newington Parc Downsview Park, Toronto, Canada Day Ron Maslin Theatre, Ottawa: Disappearing Nightly 2002 Toronto Magical Arts Festival: Featured Performer Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, Quebec Central Canada Exhibition, Ottawa Stewart Park Festival, Perth Downsview Park, Toronto, Canada Day Canadian Museum Science & Technology, Ottawa, Ottawa Children's Festival L.B. Lewis Public Library, Deep River 2001 Toronto Magical Arts Festival: Featured Performer L.B. Pearson Theatre, Brampton: Catch The Magic Center in the Square, Kitchener: Disappearing Nightly Regent Theatre, Picton: Catch The Magic Canada Day celebrations, National Arts Centre 2000 Showplace, Peterborough: Catch the Magic Upper Canada Playhouse, Morrisburg: Disappearing Nightly Sudbury Theatre Centre: Catch the Magic Meadowvale Theatre, Mississauga: Catch the Magic Royal Astronomical Society Canadian Coast Guard Opening Ceremonies, Canadian Special Olympics Winter Games 1999 Canadian Museum of Civilization Kingston Symphony Orchestra Ottawa Science Fiction Club 1998 Master of Ceremonies, Mayor's Annual Lunch for the Arts Guest Performer, Heart Institute Telethon: CBC-TV Special event for IKEA Special event for KPMG 1997 Ron Maslin Playhouse, Kanata: Disappearing Nightly, starring Chris Pilsworth Guest Performer, Heart Institute Telethon: CBC-TV 1996 Corel Centre Opening Festivities Canadian Museum of Science and Technology 1995 Governor General's Garden Party Guest appearance on 'Tom Green Show' 1994 Chateau Montebello: New Year's Eve celebrations Children's Miracle Network Telethon: CJOH-TV: Anchor Desk 1993 New York/Canada Magic Competition (NYCAN) First Place Award: stage 1992 Nortel Summer Event 1990 Environment Canada: Inauguration of Canada's Green Program 1989 Montreal Magic Convention: Winner of the Tom Auburn Award 1988 Performed at Royal Visit of H.R.H. Prince Andrew of Great Britain Performed at the Royal Visit of H.M. Queen Beatrix and Prince Claus of the Netherlands 1982 Member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians

To reach Chris in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Tel: (613) 592-8672 Toll free: 1-800-258-7779 E-mail: chris@borntoamaze.com

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