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Balboa welcomes new documentary on magic with live magician performances

On Friday, the critically acclaimed documentary “Make Believe” opens at the Balboa Theater. The film follows six of the world’s best young magicians as they pursue the title of Teen World Champion, leading viewers on their personal journeys of transformation through magic. It won Best Documentary Jury Prize at the LA Film Festival.

In celebration of the documentary’s Northern California debut, the Balboa will host live magician performances on Friday, Saturday and next Thursday:

FRIDAY JULY 22
7:00PM- Professor Merloch Silvermaine
9:00PM- David Miller of Paradox Magic

SATURDAY JULY 23
2:00PM- Tamaka
7:00PM- The Great Dane-Dini

THURSDAY JULY 28
Before the 7pm and 9pm shows in the lobby and on stage
MAGIC AT THE REX: Adam Sachs, Sebastian Boswell III, and RJ Owens
A different program before each screening. Audiences may stay for both performances at no additional cost.

Advance tickets are available online or can be purchased at the Balboa Theater box office.

For more information on the film and the magicians performing this weekend, visit the Balboa Theater website.

It’s magic.

Sarah B.