Comedic Magician Bringing Las Vegas Show To North Shore Synagogue

GLENCOE, IL — North Shore Congregation Israel announced Monday will host actor, comedian and sleight-of-hand performer Ben Seidman for a show of original magic effects and illusions this weekend. Milwaukee-born Seidman spent three seasons as the creative consultant for Mindfreak on A&E designing illusions performed by Criss Angel before becoming Resident Magician at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.

Seidman's performance at North Shore Congregation Israel has been scheduled for Sunday, June 11 at 7:30 p.m. The performance is open to the public and appropriate for children ages 13 and up, according to event co-chair Carol Wolfe.

“We were looking for something a little different for our annual benefit and the moment we saw Ben perform, we knew he would be perfect,” Wolfe said. “He combines mesmerizing illusions with humor and wit. It’s going to be a very fun and entertaining evening.”

Tickets are $50 for those 30 and under and $100 for those aged 31 and older. All tickets include a dessert and cocktail reception to follow the show. There will also be $100 raffle tickets for a chance to win a trip to Las Vegas. All money raised will go toward the annual budget of the 1,200 family synagogue. Organizers said there will be a private reception offered prior to the event including a chance to meet Seidman and receive preferred seating for his performance.

Top photo: Courtesy Ben Seidman