2009 Miracles And Magic Review

"WOW" Would be my first word. It just goes to show that even in this struggling time in terms of the economy people believe in what we are seeking to accomplish; "to allow incredible kids the opportunity to forget about shots, treatments and hospital beds and instead be able to be lost in the amazement and wonder of the magic and simply learn to be a kid again."

For the first time, we had over 500 children with life threatening illnesses and their immediate family members join us for the 1pm matinee (SOLD OUT) performance. It has been my goal to be able to continue to support more children and I feel great that we've been able to do so.

The opening party at our new venue, Martini Park, was a huge success with over 400 people in attendance along with mind blowing entertainment, special effects and surprises that had people literally jumping out of their seats. Special thanks to magicians Aaron DeLong, Brandon Williams, David McCreary and Steve Branham. Along with other special entertainers Mark Abbati of Joy Unspeakable and one of the top flair bartenders in our country; Rob Turek.

Saturday's family matinee performances showcased the amazing Dana Daniels (Los Angeles, CA) and Tim Hill (Cleveland, OH) with which I was honored to share the stage. It began with an illusion never before seen....the surprise and magic appearance of mini van center stage which was filled with 21 kids who then came streaming out one by one.

Tim Hill was filling the shoes of Kerry Pollock who was meeting up with his son returning from his tours in Iraq. Tim did a sensational job and got the show started with some great laughs and magic. Dana and his psychic parrot Luigi then brought the house down with their comedic charm and talent. I brought back some illusions from the past as well as brought my wife Stacey back into the show with help from our newest assistant and dancer Maggie Derr who all were fantastic. Of course we ended with the 'SNOW' illusion which has become customary for this production running 8 years strong.

I don't yet know the final numbers in terms of gross and net dollars raised but have great expectations based on the turn-out on both Friday and Saturday.

Special thanks to all of advisory board and committee members that this production now includes. It simply couldn't be done without them. What began as my wife and me selling tickets from our kitchen now involves over a 40 person committee of dedicated and passionate people who also want to help some amazing kids be just that...A Kid Again.

Thank you all for your support and patronage. Stay tuned to this page for information for the Dayton event in September 2009 along with the inaugural event in Cincinnati in 2010 and back in Columbus in March 2010.

Thank you and hope to see you soon!

Jon Petz
Founder, Producer & Entertainer

2009 Miracles And Magic TV Commercial with Kirk Herbstreit and Angela Pace

Special thanks to our great media partner Channel 10 WBNS TV!
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The Bonk Show and Host Jon Petz pull huge trade show crowds at annual PMA show in Las Vegas

The BONK Show makes huge impact for JVC at the annual PMA show in Las Vegas March 3rd - 5th.

With attendee volume down across the board for most annual conventions, exhibitors are fighting for traffic and leads more than ever to confirm their ROI for that particular show. The Bonk show owned the convention last week at PMA. While other exhibitors were looking for traffic, The Bonk Show at the JVC booth had the seats filled bodies and the aisles filled with laughter and energy.

Hosted by none other than professional speaker Jon Petz and David McCreary with the added sparkle and charm of Veronica Tevelde the crowd was in hysterics while also learning about the new releases from JVC.

"Even when the mini shows ran overtime and were 15 minutes long, the audience never left! It just kept growing! It was an awesome venue and great team from JVC to make all this possible." Jon Petz

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National City and Barbasol Present Miracles & Magic to Benefit A Kid Again

National City and Barbasol Present Miracles & Magic to Benefit
A Kid Again
Ohio’s top variety show to be held April 3-4, 2009

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Miracles & Magic, Ohio’s top variety show of comedy, magic and grand illusion, will hit the stage April 3 and 4 in Columbus, Ohio. Now in its seventh year, the show benefits A Kid Again, formerly Adventures For Wish Kids, which provides on-going group activities for children with life threatening illnesses and their families.

Magic, comedy and martinis come together on Friday, April 3 for the Opening Night Party of Miracles & Magic. The fundraising event will take place at Martini Park at Easton Town Center. Guests will enjoy an intimate atmosphere of fine food, drinks and up-close and interactive illusions. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

In addition, two matinee performances featuring the world’s top magical, comedy and grand-illusion talent will be held Saturday, April 4 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Both matinee performances will be held at the Capitol Theatre in the Vern Riffe Center.

“A Kid Again is very grateful for the marvelous support that our children receive from Miracles & Magic,” Jeffrey Damron, C.E.O of A Kid Again, said. “Two amazing things happen at Miracles & Magic. First, it is the only event for the kids we invite the public to enjoy with us. Second, it is a remarkable fundraiser that generates much needed funds to provide even more adventures fun throughout the year!”

Headlining the 2009 Miracles & Magic benefit show is Dana Daniels, award winning magician from Los Angeles, California, who was named Stage Magician of the Year at the famed Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. Kerry Pollock, of Las Vegas, Nevada, a comedy-magician and inventor, will also make a grand performance on the main stage. In addition, Jon Petz, a corporate speaker, comedy-magical entertainer and 19-year veteran of national and international stages from Columbus, Ohio, will return as the show’s producer and performer.

“This event has quickly grown to be one of the top variety shows in the country and I’m thrilled we can produce it here in Columbus where the support is tremendous,” Jon Petz, producer of Miracles & Magic, said. “My wife and I are thrilled to be able to raise money for some amazing children while providing them an opportunity to enjoy an incredible experience that they would not otherwise be able to see.”

Matinee ticket pricing starts at $10 for children under 14 and $15 for adults. Limited reserved seating is available. Tickets are currently on sale at the CAPA box office at the Ohio Theater at 614-469-0939 or at all Ticketmaster outlets and www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets for the Opening Night Party are on sale now at www.miraclesandmagic.com for $100 per person or $50 for young professionals. Sponsorship packages are still available by contacting 614-797-9500. For more event information please visit www.miraclesandmagic.com.

Miracles & Magic is co-presented by National City, which is now a part of PNC Financial Services Group and Barbasol shaving products, owned and operated by Perio, Inc. Event media sponsors include WBNS-10TV, Business First, 97.1 The Fan and ClearChannel Outdoor. Additional supporting sponsors are Wolfe Enterprises, Inc., White Castle, Charles Penzone Family of Salons, Safelite AutoGlass, SC Search Consultants, The Nicole Wilcox Foundation, John and Brenda Baldwin Foundation, Tri-County Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep, Safe Auto, Kimball Midwest, McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC, Greif Corporation, Martini Park and Hilton Columbus at Easton.