Enjoy an evening of 19th century magic, or conjuring as it was known then. Professor DR Schreiber brings the early world of magic to life with a captivating performance rooted in the history of illusion, science, and spectacle. Don’t miss this enchanting evening where the past truly comes alive—one illusion at a time.
Early in the 18th century, magic (or conjuring as it was referred) emerged as a genuine art form and entertainment. Professors of natural philosophy and conjuring would rent taverns, legitimate theaters or lecture halls for the exhibition and displays of legerdemain, necromancy, or what would today be called “illusion” and “magic tricks.” Top dollar would be paid by the citizens of Europe to see the latest discoveries in the science of “natural philosophy.”
Enjoy brews, wine, snacks, non-alcoholic refreshments and a late summer-shaded courtyard. Come early and enjoy yard games and reserve your spot!
Doors open at 5:30pm.
Suggested donation $10, members free.
To RSVP, click the link above, select quantity of tickets in the drop down and click on the time of the event. You may also RSVP via info@auroracolony.org or by calling 503-678-5754.
Who is Professor DR Schreiber?
Professor DR Schreiber is Danny Schreiber, a Portland, OR-based magic historian, performer, and teacher of young magicians. He has performed throughout the West Coast, the United Kingdom and Hungary. He is the past President and a current board member with the Portland Assembly of Society of American Magicians, a member of the Portland Society of Magicians, the Conjuring Arts Research Center and the Academy of Magical Arts (Magic Castle), as well as a certified mentor for the Society of Young Magicians, Salem and Portland chapters. Schreiber is also holds status of Full Professor at Camelard College of Conjuring Chemmis.
Schreiber uses his long career as a television producer and years of working as a cast member at Disneyland to enhance the all around entertainment experience for his audiences.