The Jason Bishop Show

Jason Bishop – Biography
Jason Bishop has starred in two of his own Broadway shows, “Jason Bishop - Straight Up Magic” and “Jason Bishop - Believe in Magic” both at the New Victory Theater on New York’s famed 42nd street. He’s been featured on NBC’s Today Show, CW Network’s “Masters of Illusion”, Canada’s popular “Breakfast Television Toronto” and Europe’s legendary “Le Plus Grand Cabaret Du Monde” filmed in Paris, France. The New York Times said “How did he do that?” and “there’s real elegance and even wit in the precision of his gestures, the agility of each finger”.
From his astounding “Cage Levitation” and “Walking Through a Brick Wall” to his cutting edge “Teleportation” and “Plasma” illusions, Bishop features stunning & original state of the art magic. One thing that distinguishes Jason is his virtuosity. Each show features award winning sleight of hand, exclusive grand illusions and close-up magic projected onto a large screen. No other illusionist showcases such a diverse array of talents. Additionally, the show is delivered with a modern look, attitude and soundtrack. Bishop cuts through the usual hype and focuses on entertaining audiences with one remarkable illusion after another. With the wit and timing of a professional comedian each routine is presented in Bishop’s unique style, with some pieces featuring many more laughs than expected from an illusionist, while other effects demonstrate sleight of hand performed with precision and artistry. His performance abilities have led him from China to Paris and Hollywood to New York City, as well as every state in-between and over 30 countries on 6 continents.
Some of Jason Bishop’s awards and citations include the key to the city of Lake Charles Louisiana, awarded the honor of a “Kentucky Colonel”, magic’s prestigious “Jack Gwynne Award for Excellence in Presentation” and “Performing Artist of the Year” by the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities. He is also the only illusionist to have not one but two productions in New York City at the acclaimed New Victory Theater.
Bishop has entertained celebrities like Jordin Sparks, Jennifer Aniston, Hank Azaria, James Spader and Jason Alexander among others. Jason’s combination of fast paced illusions, music, comedy, sleight of hand and audience participation has landed him in notable venues, including Hollywood’s famous Magic Castle, the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis MD, LiveNation’s Bamboozle Festival and New York City’s esteemed New Victory Theater to name just a few. Currently Bishop performs in theaters and Performing Arts Centers throughout the United States as well as private corporate events. You can see why he’s called America’s Hottest Illusionist.