My friend Chuck and I were finally able to coordinate our schedules with Cosmic Underground to see a performance. I recapped the experience at Cosmic Underground on Global Traveler.
Although not by profession, Chuck is a magician. He has done more than 2,700 in-room shows at hospitals, among other performances. I am especially grateful for his hospital visits, but that's for another time.
I was happy Chuck could make the show, because I wanted his take on the experience. Owners Kayla Drescher (who I previously interviewed and who has made an appearance on Penn and Teller Fool Us) and Harrison Lampert combine magic, mentalism and comedy into a night of pure entertainment.
After the show, Chuck admitted her knew all of their secrets, but more importantly, he was impressed by their skills. Their sleight-of-hand and misdirection were masterful.
I also must mention Harrison's ability to name ever cereal mascot. Proving his skill, he rattled off about a dozen, then challenged the audience to stump him. Nobody did, although we threw out another dozen cereals.
I really hope Cosmic Underground succeeds. Kayla and Harrison are so positive. I look forward to a return visit.
For more info, go to cosmicundergroundtheater.com. Check here for more of my Chicago area pop culture bits.
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