Virtual Magic Workshop for NTU!

We were recently engaged by Nanyang Technology University to conduct a virtual magic workshop for their CN Yang Scholars. The workshop was conducted by Edward Loke who taught the students beginner-friendly tricks from our General Magic Courses programme. 

The tricks were catered towards these university students' lifestyle and age, so that they would be able to perform these tricks to their peers in their free time. Thus, the materials consisted of everyday objects that could be turned into entertaining pieces of magic!

With the students being enthusiastic and responsive across the virtual platform, Edward had a great time teaching them as they even took down notes to remember the tricks. Recorded tutorials were also sent out post-workshop to provide quick recaps on the lessons taught. 

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Edward Loke has many years of professional performing experience. Since joining Meta Illusions, he has performed both locally and overseas in countries such as Vietnam and Hong Kong. Your guests will definitely be blown away with his witty and lively style of magic.

The year that was 2020.

It was an unexpected, unprecedented and unique year to say the least. Many businesses went bankrupt, people lost their jobs and the economy plummeted.

Yet, here we are - at the end of a year filled with an onslaught of challenges and disappointments. 

We made the best out of it.

Let’s take a quick recap at some of the highlights from this year:

Project Expo

During the Circuit Breaker period, we collaborated with the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) to entertain migrant workers who were isolated at the Singapore Expo. Alexander Yuen, Jack Seet, Edward Loke and Markus Ng worked together to produce a magic video to inspire hope and Kai Emmanuel even taught them a trick that they could learn in their wards. 

Virtual Magic Shows

With all the physical limitations in place, we knew live magic performances would not be feasible for some time. Thus, we adapted and innovated our shows to the virtual realm. 

Magic Workshops

We believe that Magic can be used as a powerful tool in many situations - be it in the corporate world or in your daily lives. This year, we managed to kickstart our magic workshops, which can be run both physically and virtually with safety management protocols in place. 

We are grateful for the support we have received in 2020 and especially to all those that still believed in the power of magic to transform lives and spread hope. 

2020 will be remembered as a year not of failure, but fortitude. 

Let’s go 2021! 

MICE EVENTS - SAFER STAGE MAGIC SHOWS

The Singapore government recently announced that they would allow MICE events with up to 250 participants to resume. 

This is great news! We have been itching to get back up on stage for months.

But we can’t simply magic our way back to the stage amidst the pandemic. 

In anticipation for this, we have implemented new measures to ensure all performances are conducted with the lowest possible risk of transmission. Our Safe Magic Policy covers all components of the event – before, during and after. 

The revamped magic shows are 100% contactless, using UV sterilized props for an added level of protection. Therefore, event organizers can trust Meta Illusions for the highest standards of safety. 

Kai Emmanuel

Edward Loke

Satisfy your guests’ craving for entertainment. Let’s break the illusion of a new normal safely. 

#SafeForStage

Creating My Virtual Magic Show Act

Devasted. That was how I felt when I first found out there were not going to be live events anymore. Many plans were ruined and my goals had to be put on hold. But then it occurred to me, perhaps this situation would be a good opportunity for me to challenge myself and reach new audiences.

I have always wanted to create a magic show that is unique and features a variety of tricks. Thus, I took the time during Circuit Breaker to upgrade my skills and work on my brand-new show. My show went through many stages of trial and error throughout that period where I performed online multiple times every week with a new set of audience. 

I am really happy to say that my efforts paid off when I saw the reactions of my audiences. After engaging with my spectators, I realized that many people had become jaded from being stuck at home and were seeking various forms of entertainment. One event that I particularly enjoyed was when I performed for the Sambar Scouts Association because I was able to connect with many of the participants through the magic and Q&A session. 

“You are amazing!!! That was perfectly planned and orchestrated for our age group. Great interaction too!” - Ellen (Event Organizer)

As a magician, my aim is to connect with my audience and bring them into a world of fantasy within our reality. Virtual Magic Shows is one of the great innovations of 2020 because it enables the audience to engage in the magic from the comfort of their homes. 

Looking forward to bringing my magic to more online corporate events, it is also really fun and exciting when I get to customize my magic for your special event. 

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Kai Emmanuel has been performing Magic ever since he was a young boy. He brings his passion and finesse to every show. With the incorporation of story-telling techniques combined with compelling pieces of magic, your guests will be left utterly astonished. He is the perfect choice if you want to leave your guests mesmerized.