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Happy Fall! Last Call for School Assemblies, Enrichment Programs, and Public Appearances! 🍂 🦃
Hello friends, family and fellow funny folk! Happy fall :-) the leaves are beginning to turn, the air is cooling down and the smell of pumpkin spice is in the air! School Assemblies & After School Enrichment Lots of school assemblies have been lined up and my after school enrichment programs are packed out and ready to go. I still have two days (Mondays and Wednesdays) available for anyone who wants a last-minute afterschool program added in for the early winter and 19 dates
John Reid
Oct 281 min read


Hey there!
Here at Tricky Business, I value my customers' opinions and knowledge so highly. I am constantly trying to improve our programs and...
John Reid
Jun 291 min read


Only Two Months?!?
We're just over two months into the year, and things at Tricky Biz are busier than ever!! Normally, I take January to reflect and relax,...
John Reid
Mar 52 min read


Dates are booking FAST for fall and winter assemblies!
Hey there, everyone! As you might know, we've got some really amazing options for including magic in your school's curriculum from...
Julia Marie Black
Oct 30, 20242 min read


After-School Magic Classes are Starting Soon!
We had such a blast teaching our Magic Explorers and Discover Magic Wand Courses last year and this year, we are BACK and BETTER THAN...
Julia Marie Black
Sep 20, 20241 min read


Summer Recap: Where We've Been, Where We're Goin'!
Hey there, everyone! It's hard to believe that Summer Break is almost over for most of the schools out here in New York! We've had a wild...
John Reid
Aug 19, 20241 min read


Reach out now for Fall Semester Assemblies!
Hey there, everyone! We love summer, but we're getting SUPER pumped to start up our assembly programs again next Fall! As you might know,...
John Reid
Jul 6, 20241 min read


It's Never Too Early- Book Fall Semester Programs!
Hey there, fellow funny folk! We know summer has just started for you... but we wanted to give you a heads up for our upcoming fall...
John Reid
Jun 17, 20241 min read


There's Still Time! Book an Assembly Show Now!
Hey there, everyone! We've still got a few dates open! If you're looking for the best way to end your school year with a bang, book one...
John Reid
Apr 14, 20241 min read


WE'RE GOING TO THE INTREPID MUSEUM!!!
As some of you might know, in my "What is Magic?" STEAM-themed show, I teach each student the principles of Science, Technology,...
John Reid
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Magic Club Graduates- Out in the World!
Our recent class of Tricky Business Magic Academy graduates has been out in the world for a couple weeks... and now they have some super...
John Reid
Jan 29, 20241 min read


Thunderstorms and Rainbows of Pro Performing
Guess what day it is?? IT'S TRICKY BIZ TUESDAY!! Let's be clear: I absolutely love my job. I'm living a dream, being able to perform and...
John Reid
Nov 7, 20232 min read


New Yorkers!! Come See A Magic Show This Friday!
Happy Sunday! I'm hoping you all had a good weekend and got to celebrate all the moms in your life! If you follow me on any social media,...
John Reid
May 14, 20231 min read


How it Went: Utah Magic Festival!
After my debut performance at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, CA, I went to Utah to be a headlining performer at the Utah Art of Magic...
John Reid
Apr 19, 20231 min read


Magic Castle- Tannen's Magic Camp Week- Huge Success!!
Last weekend, I was performing at the world-famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, CA! It was such a surreal experience. I've dreamed of...
John Reid
Apr 8, 20232 min read
Opportunity for Former Students: Get Your Magic Fix!!
Hello all! This weekend, I'll be heading up to Utah (and bringing all my New York spunk with me ;))! I'll be making an appearance at the...
John Reid
Apr 4, 20231 min read


Fun Things A Brewin'!
Greetings friends, family, and fellow funny folk! Whether you're an avid magic student, a fellow performer, a school administrator, or...
John Reid
Feb 21, 20231 min read


The Happiest Place on Earth
Calling all young magicians! If you've taken any of my classes before (or even if you haven't, but like practicing, performing, or...
John Reid
Feb 16, 20231 min read


And the award goes to... ME??
WOW!! A few weeks ago, Discover Magic awarded me the Golden Key of Excellence in Orlando, FL for performing my "What is Magic?" show to...
John Reid
Feb 12, 20231 min read


Interactive Magic Shows for Your Schools!
Hey folks! As you may know, I offer several magic programs for schools throughout the year... My before and after-school programs are...
John Reid
Oct 14, 20221 min read
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