By BY MICHELE LEMMON FOR THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
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When she makes snow inside the Riffe Center's Capitol Theatre, Olivia Langwasser will have a far easier task than another one she has faced in her young life.
Olivia has fought cancer for two years.
A sign of her battle: the new head of hair she is growing.
Children like Olivia explain why, in 2002, magician Jon Petz created "Miracles & Magic," a variety show that benefits Adventures for Wish Kids -- an agency that organizes activities for youngsters with life-threatening illnesses and their families.
Olivia, 7, will help Petz create a snowfall this weekend in the theater.
The latest event, the sixth, will also feature Ed Alonzo, a comedian, an illusionist and an actor perhaps best-known for the role of Max on Saved by the Bell; Mike Caveney, a magician from California; and Charlie Frye, a vaudeville-style juggler and magician from Las Vegas.
Petz, a performer who also produces the show, hails from central Ohio.
Last year, about 1,400 people attended "Miracles & Magic" -- which collected $80,000 for the charity.
"Not only do our kids get a remarkable adventure, but we also raise money for them," said Jeffrey Damron, executive director of Adventures for Wish Kids.
The show isn't meant just for children and families served by the organization.
The two-hour program, Petz said, is staged to appeal to any family.
"We're taking the approach of comedy magic this year," he said, "so there are going to be a lot of laughs."
Laughs are certainly appreciated by youngsters such as Olivia.
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Columbus, OH
Jon Petz, a Columbus based corporate speaker and entertainer, has been selected to join the team of former NBC's Seinfeld® writers and producer of the FOX show Comic Strip Live™ to bring the hit Las Vegas comedy game show, BONK™, to new markets.
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Gigmasters Announces 2007 Rising Star Award Winners in Live Music & Event Entertainment
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National City Presents 'Miracles & Magic' to Benefit
Adventures For Wish Kids
Family-style variety show to be held April 4th & 5th, 2008
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Miracles & Magic, Ohio's top variety show of comedy, magic and grand illusion, will once again hit the stage at the Riffe Center Capitol Theater in Columbus on Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
United States Air National Guard, Applebee's Restaurant Inc., Ohio Automobile Dealers Association, National Philanthropy Day, National City Bank, Simpson Strong Tie, Belltarra Casino & Chemical Abstracts.
T-Mobile, Honda, Cox Communications, Modular Mining, Ohio Nurses Association, The Columbus Symphony & Hytrol.
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Thursday, March 29, 2007
By JENNY PATTON ThisWeek Contributor
Miracles & Magic, a family-style variety show of comedy, magic and illusion, will be held at the Riffe Center Capitol Theater at 1 and 4 p.m.
IBM, Diebold, Velvet Ice Cream, Besse Medical, Bob Evans Farms, ASUG
For my clients, family and friends:
The anticipated release of UNLOCKING The Secrets is quickly coming and to add fuel to the fire, Chiswick Publishing LTD has allowed me to offer "pre-release" offers of almost 50% off the retail price.
Check out a highlight of the DVD as well as purchase the DVD before ANYONE else! I have setup a basic page at www.JonPetz.com/preorder to view a highlight as well as pre-order the DVD.
For immediate Release: February 1, 2007 - Columbus, Ohio
Chiswick Publishing and Bore No More! announce the official release date of "UNLOCKING THE SECRETS" on March 1, 2007 in limited distribution with full distribution following to retailers and etailers on April 20, 2007.
This first of its kind program is a performance based DVD that teaches sleight-of-hand illusions and magic for the business professional or aspiring amatuer performer.
National City Presents 'Miracles & Magic' to Benefit
Adventures For Wish Kids
Family-style variety show to be held April 1, 2007
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Miracles & Magic, Ohio's top variety show of comedy, magic and grand illusion, will once again hit the stage at the Riffe Center Capitol Theater in Columbus on Sunday, April 1 at 1 p.m.
Safe Auto, Click Commerce, AORN and American Signature.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 26th, 2006 - Columbus, OH
The Ohio chapter of the National Speakers Association, has elected Jon Petz "member of the year" 2007 for his effort to strengthen the organization internally and externally.
"I am thrilled with the honor and to the formal presentation in Orlando in mid July" says Petz.
Accenture, Progressive Medical Inc., DaVita, Cardinal Health, Ohio Assoc. of Community Colleges, Longaberger & Energy Gateway
Champion, Southeastern Equipment & Century 21
Rare Columbus opportunity to see world's best all on one stage
tickets on sale Sunday, January 15
COLUMBUS, Ohio – National City Bank presents Miracles & Magic to benefit Adventures For Wish Kids at 2 p.m.
The Limited, Kaleidescope Entertainment, Net Jets & Gilbane
For immediate Release: Cambridge, OH - October 19, 2005
Proceeds to Benefit Youth Commission and Magical Moments of Childhood
The Magical Moments of Childhood and the Guernsey County Youth Commission are combining efforts to bring a sensational magic show to Cambridge on Saturday, November 5.
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October 13, 2005
Adventures for Wish Kids welcomes Sounds of the Beach Boys and National comic host to annual gala.
Adventures for Wish Kids, an organization that provides continuing support and memories for children with life-threatening illnesses, presents The Spirit of Adventures annual auction gala, Saturday October 15, 2005 at 6:00pm at the Aladdin Shrine Temple on Stelzer road.
For Immediate Release: October 3, 2005 – Wilmington, NC
WSFX FOX 26 PARTNERS WITH SOUTHEAST BUSINESS MONTHLY MAGAZINE AND ENTERTAINER JON PETZ TO LAUNCH NEW BUSINESS MAGAZINE.
Southeast Business Monthly (SEBM), our areas new and only business-to-business magazine, is proud to announce FOX as its exclusive TV sponsor.
Wells Fargo, AFLAC Insurance & Digital Storage
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August 7, 2005, Columbus, OH:
Jon Petz and the Magical Experiences Team submitted their successful attempt at a Guinness Book World Record on August 6th, 2005 at the Deerassic Classic in front of 20,000+ people in Cambridge, OH.
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July 25, 2005 - Cambridge, OH
The Magic of the Symphony. Featuring illusionist Jon Petz with LIVE music from the Southeastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra.
Jon Petz and Magical Experiences were selected to present an assortment of special illusions comedy-magical entertainment and breathtaking special effects while accompanied by the live music of the South Eastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Cambridge, Ohio
DEERASSIC CLASSIC GIVEAWAY AUGUST 5 AND 6 AT DEERASSIC PARK TO FEATURE TOP ENTERTAINMENT.
This year's Deerassic Classic Giveaway features the main Classic drawing all day Saturday and the Big Buck Bonus drawing Friday night.
Schottensteins & Ohio Outlet Stores
Nice 'N Easy Grocery Stores - July 9th
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July 6, 2005 - Syracuse, NY
Comedy Magician, Jon Petz, to warm up crowd for K.C. and the Sunshine Band on July 9, 2005.
Nice 'N Easy grocery shoppes celebrates their 25th Anniversary with a fantastic family event in Syracuse, NY and is inviting to public to join in the festivities.
CIGNA HealthCare - June 22nd
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 4, 2005 - Columbus, OH
The National Speakers Association, Ohio chapter, has elected Jon Petz to represent them as the liason between the meeting industry and the association of professional speakers.
The United Way & Kenyon College
National City Bank & OhioHealth
Papa Johns Pizza; May 1st
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Columbus, OH
April 20, 2005
Local speaker and entertainer delivers energy and entertainment to mentoring and leadership programs for the United States Air National Guard.
Jon Petz from Columbus, Ohio has been selected to host a new series of training videos for the US Air National Guard.
Southeast, Inc. - April 29th
United States Air National Guard - March 22nd
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February 28, 2005
Adventures for Wish Kids, National City and Magical Experiences Present Exciting Family Event to Benefit Children with Life Threatening Illnesses and Their Families
DUBLIN, OHIO—February 28, 2005—Adventures for Wish Kids, National City, and Magical Experiences have come together to present Miracles & Magic 2005 on March 19, 2005, at the Dublin Performing Arts Center, located at 4000 Hard Road in Dublin.
JP Morgan Chase - February 9th
Experience Columbus - January 29th
Clearchannel, Inc. - January 22nd
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October 14, 2004 - Columbus, OH
The annual Adventures For Wish Kids annual Gala to feature The Fabulous Fifth Dimension with host, Jon Petz, comedy and Magical Entertainer.
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April 15, 2003
Columbus, Ohio - Adventures for Wish Kids, an organization that provides continuing support and memories for children with life-threatening illnesses, announces "The Illusionary Magic of Jon Petz." The performance is to be held at Dublin Scioto High School Performing Arts Center, 4000 Hard Road, on Saturday, April 26, 2003.
