The Quizzical Mr Jeff is no stranger to the Melbourne Magic Festival, having performed at the festival a number of times. If you’ve never seen The Quizzical Mr Jeff perform then ‘expect the unexpected’! Specialising in visual shenanigans; circus, magic and variety entertainment are his main tools for opening the pathway into a world of whimsical wonders.
1.You’ve previously performed at the Melbourne Magic Festival a few times now…why should audiences come and see your show this year?
This year I have brought back more audience participation and an ending that the Melbourne Magic Festival hasn’t seen since the first year I performed there. It is a huge crowd favourite and people love the energy and feeling they get when they are leaving. People will see some of their favourite acts as well as performances that they may not have seen before. My show aims to give the audience an escape where they will see beautiful acts with choreography and music to bring them on a journey.
It has been said that when leaving the theatre people have experienced a lightness and sense of wonder, and a giddiness and happiness that comes from experiencing something novel and fantastically engaging.
2.You’re very skilled in multiple arts (circus and magic) – without giving too much away, what would you say is the most magical part of your show?
For me, magic is more than just a clever trick, it’s bringing people into the story and away from the outside world. Gravity defying acts are always my favourite so people should definitely arrive on time to see one of the most magical parts of the show.
3.If you could invite any magician or circus entertainer (dead or alive) for a guest spot in your show, who would it be and why?
Rewi and Tina from CirqueSanity. I would love to work with them again and bring our duo acts to my audiences.
4.What are you most looking forward to at the 2023 Melbourne Magic Festival?
I always get a great sense of happiness when I meet the audience after the show and take photos with them. Bringing some magic and wonderment to people and transporting them into my whimsical world is a joy and pleasure.
The Quizzical Mr Jeff performs a charming and captivating show where every moment is filled with action and every movement is amplified by sound effects. If this sounds like your kind of show, then secure your tickets here.
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