"The Magic of FRANK THURSTON"

Frank Thurston started his professional career as a Magician at the age of 18. At the age of 20 he was awarded the 1986 Pacific Coast Association of Magicians (PCAM) Award by his peers, for Best Stage Performance. That same year he was also awarded a Special PCAM Award for Outstanding Showmanship and Presentation. Frank has performed in Las Vegas at the Riviera Hotel & Casino, at the Society of American Magicians Convention and at the Orleans Hotel & Casino at the World Magic Seminar. He has performed at the Flamingo Hilton in both Reno and Laughlin, Nevada and has even become a “Performing Member” of the prestigious Hollywood Magic Castle.

Frank has performed thousands upon thousands of shows bringing smiles, mystery and laughter to countless numbers of audience members all over his home state of California and throughout the Western United States, at many County Fairs, Corporate Events, School Assemblies, Trade Shows, etc… Frank has also lent his Magical Expertise as a Magic Consultant for many commercials, plays and various productions. He was the co-host of the very popular TV show, “Mr. Movie’s Movies” which aired on the CBS affiliate station, KERO-TV Channel 23 in Bakersfield, CA. for close to seven years!

Frank and his Magic were Featured Nationwide and seen by millions on the ABC NEWS Television Show, “NIGHTLINE” with Ted Koppel, and most recently he was seen on the series, “DINNER: IMPOSSIBLE” with Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine on the FOOD Network!

Having a strong background in both music and drama, including a major in Theatrical Arts at California State University Bakersfield, Frank has specialized in Dramatic Large Stage Illusions; however it is his forte, “FAMILY COMEDY MAGIC” Where he really shines! Known as the “MAGICIAN of FAMILY FUN” Frank’s Magical Programs are Interactive, Fun-Filled and Laughter-Packed! Frank Entertains as well as Mystifies! Frank is also an Expert Balloon-Artist, authoring two separate books for Magicians and Clowns that have sold all over the United States and Canada. Frank has even lectured on Balloon Animals to his peers, at various Magic & Clown Conventions, including the World-Famous Hollywood Magic Castle. Frank is also considered by many to be one of the Finest Children’s Entertainers working today!

Frank is a member of the Academy of Magical Arts, Inc., is a twice Past-President of the Bakersfield Magic Circle Assembly #69, a member of the Society of American Magicians, A Performing Member of the Hollywood Magic Castle, a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians, the International Association of Family Entertainment Professionals, the International Magicians Society and the Western Fairs Association.