THE SHOWS
Prepare to be amazed as Andar The Sorcerer, a professional Magician and Illusionist in the Greater Bay Area since 2001, takes you and your guests on a journey of wonder and enchantment. With over
20 years of experience captivating thousands of children and their families, Andar is in the business of making unforgettable memories. Get in touch with him today to experience a
one-of-a-kind performance that will leave you spellbound and have your guests talking about your event for years to come.
"I create incredible magic, enchanting tales and fun times. My magic shows are about more than just keeping kids entertained. Instead, I'll work with you to help host a live magic show for an incredible party or event that your guests will look back on with happy memories for the rest of their lives. The magic props and illusions are all safe for children. My entertainment is suitable for everyone to enjoy."
Below are some of the different types of shows Andar performs. He can also custom tailor a show to suit your specific needs.
KIDS' MAGICAL PARTY
Your child can be the Magician's Apprentice and co-star in the show! Dozens of fast paced magical effects with audience participation are part of this fun and dynamic magic show tailored especially for children.
ILLUSION SHOW
A highly entertaining one man stage illusion show designed for any occasion with a large audience. This show guarantees to astound people of all ages, combining daring visual magic with audience participation.
MENTALISM SHOW
Witness magic effects that appear to demonstrate telepathy, telekinesis, clairvoyance, divination, precognition, psychokinesis, mediumship, mind control, hypnosis, memory feats, and deduction. This theatrical act may include special effects that appear to employ psychic or supernatural forces.
CHILDREN'S MAGIC WORKSHOP
If the kids at your event want to learn how magic is done, this is a short class that will introduce them to magic. They will each learn 3 - 4 simple magic tricks made from household objects and how to perform them for friends and family.
COMEDY
Included within most of these shows are silly antics, puns, gags, surprises, hilarity and a few embarrassing moments.
Of course, this does involve audience participation to be most effective.
SPECIAL FX
Included within some shows (depending on the location) are stunning special effects. Without giving away all the secrets, you may see smoke, fire, fog, water, confetti, streamers, mini pyrotechnics, lasers, or projections.
WHO IS ?
Andy Jackson is a native of Santa Cruz, California. He first studied magic at six years old, showing various tricks to his family and friends. He soon began designing and constructing his own effects and props and performed complete shows while known as "The Great Whodunit".
He and a close neighbor friend invented the world's first Sidewalk Magic Show (similar to a lemonade stand) which drivers and pedestrians would stop by and pay .50₵ to see a few tricks.
He further honed his skills reading books by the master magicians and watching magic videos. In college, he studied Theatre Arts and showmanship, including: acting, improv, choir, dance, makeup, costuming, props, set design, lighting, audio.
Andy worked at a magic and novelty store in Mountain View, Ca. where he would demonstrate each of the magic effects for customers.
In 2001, he started a professional magic career performing for 100 kids and counselors at a summer camp in Soquel, Ca. "Andar The Sorcerer" was created, adapted from his name. He expanded to perform shows throughout the Bay Area and entertained people of all ages.
In January 2014, he produced, directed, and starred in his own public 2-hour stage magic show titled, An Evening of Magic and Illusion, which ran for three weeks. His magical assistant was Olivia Hallie-Lehrman, an acrobat from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus.
Andy was Vice President of The Coastal Magicians Club of Santa Cruz County from 2014-2016.
In 2015 and 2024, he auditioned for America's Got Talent.
To date, Andy has performed hundreds of shows statewide and has invented
12 original magic effects. Andar The Sorcerer performs magic regularly for your special parties and events.
Andy's first appearance as Andar The Sorcerer in 2001.
Although Andy Jackson is a real person and professional Magician, the
character he portrays, "Andar The Sorcerer" has an interesting story to tell.
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Events
Andar the Sorcerer is booked regularly for a variety of public performances. Some of these are ticketed shows while others are free. Here are a few of the venues and public spaces Andar has showcased his magic. Future scheduled magic shows will also be displayed here.
Happy Hollow Park and Zoo in San Jose
Cocoanut Grove Ballroom in Santa Cruz
Monterey Plaza Hotel in Monterey
Pacific Cultural Center in Santa Cruz
St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco
Hilton Hotel in Sacramento
Shared Adventures Day on the Beach
Cowell's Beach in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Mini Maker Faire
San Juan Oaks Golf Course in Hollister
San Jose Convention Center
Severino's Restaurant in Aptos
Bombay Garden Restaurant in Newark
Shared Adventures 8th Annual Day in the Sky
Watsonville Airport
Seascape Beach Resort in Aptos
Eagle Ridge Golf Course Clubhouse in Gilroy
Newark Public Library
Monterey Pines Clubhouse in Monterey
Shoup Park in Los Altos
Ridgemark Golf Course in Hollister
Harvest Festival and Carnival in Ben Lomond
Round Table Pizza in Watsonville
DeLaveaga Park in Santa Cruz
Cops Care Cancer Foundation Fantasy Flight
Juniper Networks Aspiration Dome in Sunnyvale
Santa Cruz Public Libraries :
- Downtown, Branciforte, Boulder Creek
MAH, GLOW Festival of Fire and Light
Abbott Square in Santa Cruz
Dave and Buster's in Milpitas
Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Pleasanton
Children's Center of San Lorenzo Valley
Highlands Park in Ben Lomond
New Brighton State Beach in Aptos
Gianni's Pizza in Monterey
Redwood Heights Recreation Center in Oakland
3rd Annual Rejuvenation Festival
San Lorenzo Park in Santa Cruz
Lake Cunningham Park in San Jose
Fall Festival at Corralitos Community Center
Fremont Public Library
Chandni Restaurant in Newark
India Community Center in Milpitas
Ocean View Park in Santa Cruz
Watsonville Public Library
Porter Youth Center in Seaside
Beach Flats Community Center in Santa Cruz
Ramsay Park Family Center in Watsonville
Los Altos Youth Center
Boulder Creek Festival
PG&E Camp DelMonte in Seaside
Sakoon Restaurant in Mountain View
Bay View Hotel in Aptos
Folsom Lake Park in Folsom
Peter D. Gill Memorial Park in Milpitas
Castro Valley Community Park
Colonial Manor Clubhouse in San Jose
Mesa Village Park in Watsonville
Round Table Pizza in Castroville
Easter Seals Camp Harmon in Boulder Creek
Hartnell Park in Salinas
Anna Jean Cummings Park in Soquel
Bruno's BBQ Restaurant in Scotts Valley
