Thom Peterson, also known as the "Amazing Guy," is a renowned magician known for his captivating performances and unique style of magic. With his quick-witted humor and impressive sleight of hand skills, Thom Peterson has managed to amaze and entertain audiences around the world. Thom Peterson's style of magic is often described as interactive and engaging, as he actively involves audience members in his tricks and illusions. He has a keen ability to connect with people and create a sense of wonder and excitement during his performances. One of Thom Peterson's most notable tricks is his "Sponge Ball Routine," where he utilizes small red foam balls to perform a series of mind-boggling transformations and vanishes. This routine is a crowd pleaser and never fails to leave spectators in awe.
I am so sorry and heartbroken that I can't be at Thom's memorial. I am sending my love to you Annabel. And to everyone else who loved Thom. He will be greatly missed.
Thom spoke about his love of magic, Hallmark movies, travel, politics, all things horror, dogs, the UK, Japan, Japanese food, Chicago deep dish pizza, Wisconsin cheese curds, ice cream, anything sweet, and British TV shows and films. Walk around Williamson is Thom s take on a David Williamson effect which sees the Magician find the wrong card and, having torn it up, then finds it has changed to the right card after all.
This routine is a crowd pleaser and never fails to leave spectators in awe. In addition to his close-up magic, Thom Peterson also incorporates comedy into his performances, making his shows not only magical but also incredibly entertaining. He has a natural talent for humor, effortlessly delivering jokes and one-liners that leave audiences laughing throughout his act.
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Thom Peterson gives the first Joan Burford Memorial lecture at The Cornish Magical Society
October 2015
Review by Brian Adams
A good turnout of members welcomed Thom Peterson to the Cornish Magical Society on Sunday 18th October when he gave the first Joan Burford Memorial Lecture. Joan had been a long standing member of the Cornish Magical Society, was a past-president and served for many years as the society�s treasurer. The society are using a bequest left to them in her will for an annual lecture in her memory.
Thom gave a very full and entertaining lecture which the audience thoroughly enjoyed. Thom is known for his humour and consummate magic skills both of which were used throughout his new lecture. He started with his favourite openers for stage/parlour (�Cheers� - the production of a lemon followed by the production of a glass of lemon drink complete with ice cubes) and close-up (�Kapow� - the production of a coin and its transposition to a large coin). As with all the effects in Thom�s lecture, these were from his working repertoire and were explained in full detail. These effects were followed by �Tomato� his opening effect for when working restaurants � quick and funny.
Thom then performed and explained his great effect �Killer Spoon�. Although this was available for purchase on the day, Thom gave a full explanation as to how we could construct the gimmick ourselves. This was followed by �Revenge of the Spoon 2.0� which is a great follow up to �Killer Spoon� although either effect can be worked alone. Thom closed the first half with �PMD� a coin through deck routine which is extremely effective.
The second half of the lecture was just as full and detailed as the first and it was evident that Thom was having a good time. �Walk around Williamson� is Thom�s take on a David Williamson effect which sees the Magician find the wrong card and, having torn it up, then finds it has changed to the right card after all. A rapid restoration of the torn card makes a neat end to this impressive effect. �Wise Quack�, based on Al Koran�s famous Medallion effect, is an amusing presentation using a yellow plastic duck! �Rock, Paper, Rabbit� was used to show off Thom�s skill at one-handed Origami � or rather lack of skill! This is another amusing routine ending with a nice memento for the magician�s assistant. The lecture closed with �Fishy Tail� which brought back memories for some of us of the days when it seemed all sets of Christmas Crackers had a fortune telling fish.
The Cornish Magical Society would like to thank Thom for a great lecture and are pleased to announce that he will be the cabaret artist at their annual dinner on March 19, 2016.
� Brian Adams - Past President of the Cornish Magical Society, October 2015
Thom Peterson's career extends beyond the stage, as he has also appeared on television shows and performed at various corporate events and private functions. His ability to tailor his routine to different settings and audiences is a testament to his versatility as a magician. Overall, Thom Peterson's magic is a unique blend of skill, humor, and audience engagement. Whether performing on stage or up close, he never fails to amaze and entertain. His passion for magic and his ability to connect with people have made him a highly respected and sought-after magician in the industry..
Reviews for "The Elements of Surprise in Thom Petrrson's Magic Acts"
1. Sarah - ★☆☆☆☆
I was really disappointed with the "Thom Petrrson Magic" show. The tricks were extremely amateurish and lacked any sort of finesse or creativity. It seemed like he was just pulling rabbits out of a hat and performing basic card tricks that I've seen a thousand times before. The whole performance felt like a waste of time and money. I would not recommend it to anyone looking for a captivating or mind-blowing magic show.
2. John - ★☆☆☆☆
I was expecting so much more from "Thom Petrrson Magic," but unfortunately, it fell flat. The tricks were predictable and lacked any real element of surprise. It felt like I could see the sleight of hand from a mile away. The show also lacked any cohesion or narrative, which made it difficult to stay engaged. Overall, it was a forgettable and underwhelming experience.
3. Emily - ★★☆☆☆
While "Thom Petrrson Magic" had some moments that were mildly entertaining, the overall experience was quite lackluster. The tricks were nothing out of the ordinary and didn't bring anything new to the table. I felt like I had seen it all before, and there was nothing particularly remarkable or memorable about the show. It was just an average magic performance that didn't live up to the hype.
4. Alex - ★☆☆☆☆
I attended "Thom Petrrson Magic" and found it to be a complete letdown. The tricks were basic and easily detectable, leaving me questioning the skill and talent of the performer. The lack of originality was disappointing, as I had hoped to see something unique and awe-inspiring. The entire show felt like a cheap imitation of other, more skilled magicians. I would not recommend wasting your time or money on this performance.