What is Parlor Magic?
Some magic historians have called parlor magic “the chamber music of magic”. In the 18th and 19th century long, before the advent of television, it was customary in high society to host gatherings or parlor parties and invite several artists or ask one of the guests to entertain the group.
Parlor magic first surfaced in France where such a magician was called a magician de salon. In Victorian England it was called the drawing room entertainer or parlor conjurer. In Italy, prestigiatore da Salotto and in Germany, a Salonzauberer. The peak of this style of magic was the late 1800s and the first few decades of the 1900s.
There are certain distinct features that characterize a parlor magic show. It is for a small audience in an intimate setting. It features a standing performer without assistance or obvious apparatus, engaging storytelling and exquisite sleight of hand.
Parlor magic first surfaced in France where such a magician was called a magician de salon. In Victorian England it was called the drawing room entertainer or parlor conjurer. In Italy, prestigiatore da Salotto and in Germany, a Salonzauberer. The peak of this style of magic was the late 1800s and the first few decades of the 1900s.
There are certain distinct features that characterize a parlor magic show. It is for a small audience in an intimate setting. It features a standing performer without assistance or obvious apparatus, engaging storytelling and exquisite sleight of hand.
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Here are some 5 star reviews from recent attendees to
Magic On Main - An Intimate Parlor Experience:
Here are some 5 star reviews from recent attendees to
Magic On Main - An Intimate Parlor Experience:
Above video, "I wasn't paid to say this... Out of all the shows I've seen in my entire life, on Broadway, off Broadway, this is by far the best! This is crazy! I'm not kidding!" -John, NJ (Magic On Main Facebook video post)
"Must see! Not what you’d ever imagine!" -Anna (Magic On Main Airbnb review)
“Magic on Main” was everything and more! Sean Doolan has got it going on in his wonderful, intimate, parlor magic show- right on Main Street in Windham. Mind-blowing magic tricks .... laughter is guaranteed- I promise you will not leave disappointed. I highly recommend that you grab your friends and family and head over to “Magic on Main” -Jennifer B, Hunter NY (Magic On Main Facebook post)
"This was the most amazing magic show I’ve ever seen. Very highly recommend going to see a show. Non stop fun, amazing guy who really takes his craft seriously. It’s a true hidden gem of the Catskill Mountains. I’ll be going again. You could watch his performance over and over. Probably one of the best magicians in all of New York!" - Kasey C (Magic On Main Google review)
"Sean did a great show that integrated all sorts of different types of tricks. It was awesome to have such an intimate show--only 5 of us in his beautiful little library--because it meant that he got all of us involved with a few of the tricks! He and Christine were so kind and so helpful; it really felt like a family experience. Our group spent the whole rest of the night discussing the show, trying to figure out how he had pulled off some of his tricks. Would highly recommend!" -McKenna G (Magic On Main TripAdvisor review)
"Book your date now. Show is great! Have to see it. You won’t be disappointed. Sean kept us on the edge of our seats watching him do his trick. Gotta go!" -Patti (Magic On Main TripAdvisor review)
"Magic on Main with Sean is an amazing experience to be shared with friends and/or family. We laughed, we were amazed, and truly impressed with Sean’s magical talents! A must-see when in Windham!"
-Atossa (Magic On Main Google review)
"Brilliant. Great personality and top notch magic. I will definitely be attending another show."
-Rahmel (Magic On Main Google review)
"Sean's show was engaging, intimate, and fun! We had a blast - definitely reach out if you're in the area!" -Christian (Magic On Main Google review)
"Must see! Not what you’d ever imagine!" -Anna (Magic On Main Airbnb review)
“Magic on Main” was everything and more! Sean Doolan has got it going on in his wonderful, intimate, parlor magic show- right on Main Street in Windham. Mind-blowing magic tricks .... laughter is guaranteed- I promise you will not leave disappointed. I highly recommend that you grab your friends and family and head over to “Magic on Main” -Jennifer B, Hunter NY (Magic On Main Facebook post)
"This was the most amazing magic show I’ve ever seen. Very highly recommend going to see a show. Non stop fun, amazing guy who really takes his craft seriously. It’s a true hidden gem of the Catskill Mountains. I’ll be going again. You could watch his performance over and over. Probably one of the best magicians in all of New York!" - Kasey C (Magic On Main Google review)
"Sean did a great show that integrated all sorts of different types of tricks. It was awesome to have such an intimate show--only 5 of us in his beautiful little library--because it meant that he got all of us involved with a few of the tricks! He and Christine were so kind and so helpful; it really felt like a family experience. Our group spent the whole rest of the night discussing the show, trying to figure out how he had pulled off some of his tricks. Would highly recommend!" -McKenna G (Magic On Main TripAdvisor review)
"Book your date now. Show is great! Have to see it. You won’t be disappointed. Sean kept us on the edge of our seats watching him do his trick. Gotta go!" -Patti (Magic On Main TripAdvisor review)
"Magic on Main with Sean is an amazing experience to be shared with friends and/or family. We laughed, we were amazed, and truly impressed with Sean’s magical talents! A must-see when in Windham!"
-Atossa (Magic On Main Google review)
"Brilliant. Great personality and top notch magic. I will definitely be attending another show."
-Rahmel (Magic On Main Google review)
"Sean's show was engaging, intimate, and fun! We had a blast - definitely reach out if you're in the area!" -Christian (Magic On Main Google review)
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| Times Union article about Windham, December 3, 2021 |