2007's special guest magician is Wayne Houchin from Chico, California.

Wayne Houchin

He was hired as a consultant on the hit national television series "Criss Angel: Mindfreak." Two years before he released the groundbreaking DVD "Stigmata" which garnered widespread critical acclaim within the magic community and became an instant international bestseller. And if you ask Wayne, this is just the beginning.

In 2003, an underground tape of Wayne's original work found its way into the hands of Banachek, one of the world's foremost mentalists, who immediately recognized it potential. It wasn't long before the two became friends. So, when Banachek was hired as a consultant for the A&E series "Criss Angel: Mindfreak" and was asked if he knew of any underground, up and coming magicians, one name stood out.

Houchin came on board, agreed to allow a few of his original pieces of magic to be
performed on the show and subsequently shot a DVD teaching how to perform his impromptu  signed quarter through soda can, "Sinful," with Angel. The DVD was an instant hit and was hailed largely as one of the best impromptu effects ever created.

For more information about Wayne Houchin, please visit www.WayneHoucin.com

Magic Mike Segal

Magic Mike is the founder and Camp Director. He is a member of the prestigious Magic Circle. The Magic Circle, Britain's premier magical society, boasts an impeccable reputation gained through the extraordinary achievements of its members throughout its century of existence.

Magic Mike is a BFA (theatre) graduate from York University and a member of The International Brotherhood of Magicians, Society of American Magicians, ACTRA, and the Canadian Associations of Magicians. Specializing in consultation and choreography, Magic Mike has to his credit, numerous live theatrical and industrial productions, movies, television programs, commercials, music videos and has worked with industry personalities such as Siegfried & Roy, John Woo, Dolph Lungren and Richard Dreyfus.

Additionally, Magic Mike heads up  a magic program for Toronto area School Boards.

Magic Mike has twenty years of experience and over 1000 performances all over the world to his credit.

Read more about Mike at www.Magic-Mike.com

Jennifer Segal

Jennifer Segal (she goes by Jen) has been working full time at Sorcerers Safari with Magic Mike (her spouse) for the past four years and part time since the beginning. As well as running the day to day business of a camp she spends her time booking birthday parties, Christmas shows and special events for Magic Mike and other entertainers, including jugglers, hypnotists, mimes and clowns.

Jen has had the pleasure of working with some incredible magicians from all over the US and Canada. She looks forward to spending time with her counselors and campers at both March Break and summer camp.

Steven Kline

Steven hails from Columbus, Ohio and has been performing magic professionally for over eight years. Read more about Steven at www.stevenkline.com

Christina Galonska

Christina had the pleasure of meeting Jen and Magic Mike 7 years ago.

Two years into their friendship she finally made it up to Sorcerers to see what all the fuss was about, ever since then she hasn’t missed a year. “It is without a doubt the best experience I have had at a camp. The instructors, special guests and campers are all so wonderful. It truly is a very magical place I wouldn’t miss it for the world.” comments Christina.

Christina is in her 12th year working full time in advertising sales at the National Post in downtown Toronto.

Lee Asher
 

Lee Asher, at the age of 30, has become one of the most notorious "Underground" magicians of today. His experience includes restaurants, High-roller suites, private parties, weddings, trade-shows and much more.

He has lectured at many worldwide venues including Paris, New York, Copenhagen, Berlin, Los Angeles, Tokyo, Glasgow, London, Tel-Aviv, Hong Kong, Vienna - and the list goes on.

He was also the "strolling" magician at Caesar's Magical Empire in Las Vegas when it first opened 1996. His television credits include the Discovery Channel, The Learning Channel and World's Greatest Magic III.

Lee was the International Brotherhood of Magicians Close-up Champion for 1991 and 1992. He has been published in magazines such as Trapdoor, The Magic Circular, Channel One, The Penumbra, Apocalypse, Labyrinth and Genii.

This will be Lee's 7th year with camp. For more information on Lee please visit  www.LeeAsher.com

Kristin Allen

Kristin is a high school teacher and she always looks forward to spending the last week of summer vacation at Sorcerers Safari.  She is excited to be returning to camp as head councilor  This is Kristin's seventh year at camp. She's looking forward to seeing all the campers again and being wowed with their magic.

Brad Allen

Hi! My name is Brad.  I first came to Sorcerers Safari as a camper when I was 12 and have been there every year since.  It's been a great learning experience for me, helping me with self-confidence and the ability to present in front of a large audience.  Now I am 22 and study Environmental Science at the University of Toronto.  I can't wait to watch this year's new campers become captivated by this magical experience, as I still am.  I look forward to meeting with all of you!

Cameron the Magnificent has a flexible and diverse performance style. It is evident in his extensive performance history. He has been hired for kid's parties, corporate events and informal settings as a walk around magician. His stage act displays a unique blend of magic, music and comedy. Tricks include an array of components, including silks, levitating objects, sleight of hand and numerous classic magic tricks.

Sheldon Casavant

Sheldon Casavant is 22 years old and lives in Edmonton, AB.  He is excited  to be returning to camp for the third time.  From intimate gatherings to  audiences in excess of 25,000 people, Sheldon has performed across Canada,  the United States, China, and has recently returned from performing over 630 shows in Japan.  http://www.sheldoncasavant.com

Marc Chalmers

Marc Chalmers has been studying the art of magic since the age of eight and 2006 will mark his 7th year at the Sorcerers Safari. He has performed in restaurants and bars for the past 13 years and has a large stage show that tours Southern Ontario. When not performing, Marc enjoys traveling the world and swimming.

Dustin Crispo

From camper to counselor, Dustin Crispo has been attending Sorcerers Safari for over 6 years. He has been a counselor for 2 years and can't wait to make his third appearance. He was the winner of the first ever Canadian Magic Close-Up Competition at the ripe age of 17.
 

Dustin is currently going into his final year at McMaster University, studying Physics and Math and hopes to become a high school teacher.

Aaron Delong

Aaron comes to us from Columbus, OH and has been doing magic for 10 years now. His specialty is close-up restaurant magic and he is excited to be coming to camp for a fourth year. He will be defending his counselor of the year award, so look for some fun stuff coming your way! For more info on Aaron visit - www.Tru-Magic.com

Craig Douglas

Craig Douglas has been performing professionally as a comedian and juggler for more than 15 years. He has thrilled audiences from Vancouver to Halifax, from the Caribbean to Europe with his high-energy comic juggling show. Bowling balls fly, machetes whirl, and torches blaze. Craig has appeared nationally on The Comedy Network and CBC Television. As an instructor Craig has lead workshops for kids and adults in Canada and Switzerland. Visit Craig at www.comicjuggler.com

Janice Douglas

Although Janice Biehn has seen hundreds of magic shows — from birthday parties to cruise ships — for the past 20 years she has worked as a professional writer. She is currently editor of The Health Journal.

Mike D'Urzo

Mike D'Urzo has had a passion for magic and the performing arts since the age of 8. Mike has performed at virtually every type of event and his interests include both stage and close- up magic. As a competitive skater, he has placed first in several provincial championships and has performed in numerous televised ice shows. He is currently in his 4th year at York University for Communications and recently started working with Columbia Pictures, marketing new movies across Canada.

Aaron Fisher

I know that people love to laugh, and more than that, they love to laugh together. I first learned this secret performing sleight of hand magic at the Maryland Renaissance Festival. I was 17.

I know the people love special occasions – those moments that make us remember how much fun life can be. I discovered this when I was 21, performing at Caesar’s Palace and other Las Vegas Hotels. That’s where I really learned how to help people celebrate. It was my job to give my guests enough memories in one night to last

a lifetime. I hope to share this excitement with the campers this year. For more information about Aaron Fisher please click here.

Greg Frewin

Greg earned his title by winning first place in all of the World's top magic competitions, a feat that has never been duplicated by any magician. He has appeared on the World's top stages such as The Flamingo Hilton, Caesar's Palace and the Tropicana in Las Vegas, The Crystal Palace Casino in Nassau, Bahamas and has been featured in over 35 TV specials around the world. For info about Greg Frewin  -- Click here -- 

Alan Grose

Al Grose is an award-winning close-up Magician.  In 2001 Al took 1st Place in Close-Up Magic at the International Battle of Magicians in Canton Ohio. In 2005 Al took 3rd Place in Close-Up Magic at the Magi-Fest Close-Up competition in Columbus Ohio.  Al works steadily at 2 restaurants weekly performing magic for Patrons.  When Al is not teaching or performing magic, Al is a Police Officer and has been an Officer for the last 17 years.  Al presently teaches Defensive Tactics to Police Officers at his home Police Department.  Prior to that, Al was teaching Defensive Tactics and Officer Safety at the Ontario Police College in Aylmer Ontario.  This will be Al's 9th year at the camp.

Marc Hache

Marc has been teaching magic for three years, the last as the leader of a new Society of Young Magicians Assembly. Camp allows him to combine the three things he loves best: magic, working with kids and having fun!

Scotty Hammell

Scott Hammell is an Aquarius. When Scott isn't busy with his two successful businesses, he spends most of his time enjoying music, movies, friends and family. 

Scott Hammell has been running his two businesses Trickster Syndicate for over six years now. Soctt Hammell performs magic, juggling and escapes, and holds a Guinness World Record. Scott is one of the originals of Sorcerers Safari Summer Camp.

Kristi Heath

Kristi Heath has been a professional performer since the age of eighteen, beginning her career with the Second City comedy revue company.  She was soon combining her background in comedy and theatre with the skills of stilt dancing, juggling and unicycling. Check out her website at www.buskerfly.com

Jeff Hinchliffe

Jeff Hinchliffe is going to be at Sorcerer's Safari for his fourth year this summer. Jeff specializes in cards and has been involved in magic for 9 years. He has even developed several original creations, and given his own lecture last winter in Toronto. Jeff is also a restaurant worker, and loves helping a fellow magi with a new card trick!

Dick Joiner

With his infectious hysterical laugh, fun-loving zany manner and high paced interactive comedy magic, Dick Joiner delights and astounds audiences on land, sea, and air (television), throughout Canada, the U. S. A., and Europe. This is Dick's third visit to Sorcerers Safari Camp.
Visit Dick's site by clicking on this link ----> www.dickjoiner.com

Nathan has performed his comedy magic and mind reading show all over the United States as well as Europe and Asia. You may have seen his creations on the TV series The Virtual Magician which aired in over 40 Countries! Nathan has also been a featured performer at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California.

Nathan has been hired as a technical consultant for some of the top names in the industry. You’ve seen his work performed by Chris Korn in the TV series Mondo Magic on A&E and most recently Nathan was a consultant for Penn & Teller’s NBC special Off The Deep End. Visit Nathan's Website.

Carey Lauder

Carey returns for his 8th Sorcerer's Safari. A commercial photographer in Winnipeg, he has been involved in magic for 13 years and is co-leader of Assembly # 46 of the Society of Young Magicians in Manitoba. In addition to teaching workshops he also manages to find time to photograph the week's magic activities. Look for your photo on the web site.

Dan McLean Jr

Dan's been doing volunteer work with children, young adults & adults for about 30 years,
and has just celebrated 7 years of facilitating a support group at The Centre for
Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto.  Dan's career is in live-event audio, he's a
performing musician (his first CD will be out this year), he has a Web site dedicated to
helping magicians with "stage technology" (www.MagicRoadie.com), he writes a regular article
for the new "Street Magic Magazine", and his first trick will be published soon. This
will be "Amazing" Dan's 6th year at The Safari!

David  Mitchell

At 32 years of age, David Mitchell has been involved in magic for 12 years, and performing close-up restaurant magic for the past year. Recently married, his new wife shares his passion for magic and mystery.

Oscar Munoz

Oscar Munoz, award winning illusionist and humorist, has spell-bound audiences with his multifacetted talents. Throughout the United States, Korea, Japan, and Mexico, Oscar has presented his special brand of comedy magic to the delight of adults and children of all ages.

Renowned motivational speaker, with over fifteen years of experience, uses his brand of magic as a vehicle to transport students of all grade levels to a world of wonderment and empowerment. Oscar performs more than 480 presentations annually and is known throughout Texas as a leading specialist in the field of motivational presentations.

Each 45 minute program is designed to educate, motivate and activate the power within. At the end of each magical presentation the students will leave knowing that they can harness that power within and they are the masters of their dreams, their goals, and their future.

Early scheduling is encouraged as performance dates are limited. Production fees are determined by show location and number of presentations. Visit Oscar's website by clicking the link.

Ben Proudfoot

Ben Proudfoot, 16, is thrilled to once again be part of Sorcerer's Summer Safari. Ben has a true passion for magic, and sharing his art with other magicians. Ben is the current International Junior Champion of Close-Up Magic, and has also won the Canadian title of the same category. As a
citizen of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Ben is also a member of the Academy of Magical Arts Junior Program in Hollywood, California. This is also known as the Magic Castle Junior Group and he is the first international member ever to be accepted. http://www.BenProudfoot.com

Jason Tang

Jason has been involved with the Sorcerers Safari since 2001. He likes to dabble in card magic.

Greg Tarlin

Greg Tarlin is a professional juggler with an impressive list of skills that helped him win the title of Canadian Juggling Champion.  He juggles seven balls, five clubs, hats, machetes, torches and almost anything else thrown his way.  As well, he does amazing tricks with hats, yo yos, unicycle and stilts.  Check out his website at www.notbadatall.com

Ben Train

Excited to return to camp for his SIXTH summer, Ben Train is looking forward to seeing old friends, making new ones, and finally figuring out how the kids know which one of the twenty-one cards he's thinking of.

When he's not being bamboozled, Ben spends his time studying business at York University, and organizing lecture tours for magicians all over North America.

His Favorite color is blue (his mom says it brings out his eyes), his favorite card is the Five of Diamonds, and his favorite place is Sorcerer's Summer Safari!

Sammy Segal

Samantha Segal started out as a camper 11 years ago and has attended every year since.  Although she is not a magician she loves her camp experience. Samantha was a CIT last year for Amy's cabin and is very excited to have her own cabin this year.

Amy Umpleby

Hi my name is Amy, and I am 22 years old. I have been a camp councilor for Sorcerers Safari magic camp for five years now and every year seems to be better than the last. I am an enthusiastic fan of magic; however I do not practice it myself. I am a student at the University of Toronto studying Political science, Sociology, and History- in my final year of study. In my spare time, I like to play baseball, and spend time with my friends.

Tyler Wilson

Hi my name is Tyler, and I am 22 years old. I have been a camp councilor for Sorcerers Safari magic camp for two years now and every year seems to be better than the late. See you there.