With his theatrical approach to the art of magic, Illusionist Sam Pearce, creates laughter and amazement for thousands of families in theatres and arenas across Canada. Sam’s shows are highly-interactive, hilarious and what Suncor Energy called “Amazing!” All shows are family-friendly and the sophisticated illusions Sam performs will thrill the young and the young at heart. Sam’s performances are complemented by theatrical lighting, high-quality audio and special effects. Although, unlike other entertainers who require the client to spend hours of their time and hundreds of dollars to find and rent the equipment, we provide a simple push-button solution for hosting sensational live events in small and large venues alike. To ensure that all of Sam's performances are full of energy and feature fresh exciting material, we strictly limit appearances to just 100 each year. Contact us to check availability. We apologize if your date is already taken by the time you call. |
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The Cabaret Show is a forty-five to sixty minute first-class performance featuring the best of Sam’s repertoire. You will see one or more incredible illusions and dangerous juggling paired with Sam’s funniest and most amazing magic. One of the highlights of this show is Sam’s seven-foot tall guillotine illusion! Sam will make your company President, CEO or special guest the real star of the show by chopping their head off in the guillotine! It’s a hilarious addition to any event. The comedy is unmatched when two volunteers tug and pull the straps to tighten Sam’s regulation, hospital-issue straight jacket. We guarantee laughter and smiles while Sam struggles to accomplish the escape made famous by Houdini. |

The Stand Up Act is a favourite with our clients! This thirty to forty-five minute act can be performed virtually anywhere, no theatre stage, large crew or theatrical lighting required! This is a first-rate show jam-packed with magic, comedy, dangerous juggling and hilarious audience participation. We guarantee a clean, family-friendly show that your guests will love! Not only does Sam entertain, he involves the audience! Every member of the audience will have a chance to participate and get involved with the show! Throughout the performance, members of the audience are invited on stage to help perform the magic! One lucky volunteer even has the chance to win ten thousand dollars in cash and prizes when they help Sam on stage with an unbelievable magic trick! This is perfect after-dinner entertainment, especially when you need a show with a wide audience appeal that is guaranteed to make everyone laugh. The show has been designed with the smallest venue in mind, although, it's a huge hit on the largest of stages as well. |

People love magic most when it happens just for them, in their hands. Your guests will experience unbelievable magic up close with cards, coins, forks and everyday objects as Sam mingles with guests at your event. Mingle Magic is interactive and gets people talking! There is no better ice-breaker during your cocktail hour than incredible magic and hilarious comedy. Sam’s magic is taken off the stage and put into the hands of the audience. Sleight of hand with cards will dazzle your guests and when a dinner fork bends and twists right before their eyes and in their hands, their jaws will drop. Mingle Magic is available from one to five hours in length; we recommend one hour per eighty guests. |

| Features | Grand Illusion |
Cabaret Show |
Stand Up Act |
Mingle Magic |
| Production Lengths Our productions are available in several different lengths. Don't see what you're looking for? We can custom tailor our productions to best fit your event. |
60 or 90 min
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45 or 60 min
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30 or 45 min
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1-5 hours
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| Ironclad Money-Back Guarantee If the overwhelming majority of the audience doesn't enjoy the show, Sam will rip up the cheque! |
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| Two-Million Dollar Liability Insurance Our insurance company, Hub International, provides two-million dollar liability insurance to protect you. |
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Audience Participation |
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| Comedy Magic We feel that unbelievable magic is best paired with hilarious (clean) comedy. |
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| Clean Family-Friendly Entertainment Sam won't embarass you with foul-mouth comedy or disrespect the audience with off-colour material; we guarantee it. |
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| Large-Scale Illusion This refers to larger than life illusions, often best suited to a theatre or professional stage. This includes Sam making a full-sized 300 pound pinball machine appear on stage or vanishing a person right before your eyes! |
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| Technical Details | Grand Illusion |
Cabaret Show |
Stand Up Act |
Mingle Magic |
| Audio Support To ensure that the entire audience can hear the show, we provide a clear crisp audio system. Our largest in-house audio system can cover up to 1200 people. |
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| Basic Wash Lighting Warm and cool general wash lighting to ensure the audience can see the action on stage. |
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| Theatrical Stage Lighting Our theatrical lighting goes beyond the simple need of allowing the audience to see the show, it enhances the shows Vegas-style atmosphere. We understand that professional theatrical lighting can make the difference between ordinary and extraodinary. |
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| Live Video Support When there is a large audience watching, we want to make sure everyone can see the details. Our video technician will film the action close-up and a live feed will be projected on a large video screen. |
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| Minimum Stage Size To ensure there is adequate room for a safe and successful performance, please ensure the stage meets our minimum size requirements. |
30' wide x 20' deep |
18' wide x 10' deep |
12' wide x 8' deep |
N/A |
| Set-Up Time Our technical crew needs some time before the audience arrives to set-up and test the show equipment. |
5 hours |
3 hours |
1 hour |
None |
| Cast & Crew Size We need our behind-the-scenes crew members and technicians to make the magic happen on stage. |
4-7 |
3 |
1 |
1 |
| Production Fees Our fees depend on the scale and length of the production. Travel, accommodation, shipping and HST/GST may apply. Special rates are available for multi-week tours. |
Starting at $1590 |
Starting at $980 |
Starting at $450 |
Starting at $350 |
Q: How far will Sam travel?
A: The farthest our crew has traveled by road is 4,155 kilometers, but we're prepared to go farther, especially if we make the journey by air.
Q: Where do you travel from?
A: Our company is based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, with close access to the Macdonald-Cartier Freeway (Highway 401) and less than one hour from both CYKF and CYYZ International Airports.
Q: How will the equipment and crew travel to the venue?
A: In most cases, for venues within 2000 kilometers, our crew will travel via road by van or bus and the equipment will be transported in our equipment trailer. If the venue is more than 2000 kilometers away, our crew will travel by air and the equipment will be shipped via LTL or air freight.
Q: Are you prepared to tour with your productions?
A: Touring is our specialty! Not to mention, after travelling for weeks with our shows across Canada, the second largest country in the world, we have lots of practice. All our equipment is transported in ATA approved road cases and is ready to be shipped around the world.
Q: How long does it take to set-up the equipment?
A: Depending on the scale of the production, our set-up time ranges from one to five hours. Please see the "compare" tab above for detailed information.
Q: What does the client need to provide?
A: We provide absolutely everything needed for the production, theatrical lighting, audio support, video and atmospheric effects; all we need from you is the stage! To ensure a successful and safe performance, if a portable stage is being used, the edges of the sections must interlock securely. Our pet-peeve is uneven carpeted platforms as they prevent us from performing the best show possible and risk our safety.
Q: Where can I find the technical riders?
A: Please email us for up-to-date information.
Q: Are you insured?
A: Of course!
Our insurance company, Hub International, covers all our performances with two million dollar liability insurance.
Q: Do you offer a money-back guarantee?
A: Yes! If the overwhelming majority of the audience doesn't enjoy the show, we'll rip up the cheque! We've never had to do this, but it's good to know that our performances are guaranteed to entertain.
Q: How much will a performance cost?
A: Stage performances start at just $450. Please see the "compare" tab above for more information or contact us for our fee schedules.
Q: Which payment methods do you accept?
A: Cash, Cheque, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Canadian Tire Money.
Q: How much performance experience does Sam have?
A: Sam's first paid performance took place more than eleven years ago. Since then he's toured with his own illusion show across Canada, performing for thousands of people from all walks of life.
Q: Why entertain with magic?
A: Where else can you find clean, family-friendly entertainment that appeals to such a wide demographic? Finding a band that suits everybody’s taste is next to impossible, but it’s no secret that everyone loves magic. Better yet, few people have seen a live magic show, offering you the chance to stand out from the crowd by presenting something unique and memorable.
Q: How long are our productions?
A: Our standard-length productions range from 15 to 90 minutes in length. Although, custom length performances are available when needed.
Q: Do your shows include audience participation?
A: Absolutely! The entire audience is involved in the show, whether interacting from their seats or becoming part of the show by joining Sam on stage.
Q: Is Sam available for television appearances?
A: Yes, please contact us to check availability.
Q: What does the world think about Sam's performances?
A: Visit the reviews page to find out!
Q: Where can I watch Sam perform?
A: Sam performs publicly at ticketed events and privately at closed-door events across Canada. If you can't make it to a live show, simply visit our media page to watch video filmed live at Sam's performances!
Q: What does Sam's Mom think?
A: She's very proud and thinks you should invite Sam to your event!
Q: How can I contact Pearce Theatrical?
A: You can reach us by phone, email or snail mail. Please visit our contact page for up-to-date information.








