Performers

ROBERT BAXT

FROM:

Los Angeles, California

ROBERT BAXT is what we call “a worker”.  The man works ALL. THE. TIME. With his unique sense of humor, Robert is always on the move. Whether he’s on stage, behind the camera, writing his next great work, on television, or just using his distinctive delivery for voice-overs, he is ALWAYS WORKING!  AbraCORNdabra is excited to have this WORKER magician who has appeared everywhere, from the Magic Castle to some of the nicest stages in Japan, joining us this year.  You will walk away with more knowledge about performing magic for REAL audiences, then you thought possible!
                                         FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH
                                                                                   SHOW & LECTURE
                                                    1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Dean Gunnarson has achieved new heights as an escape artist. Whether he is dangling by his toes from a trapeze bar 726 feet over Hoover Dam in Las Vegas or opening for legendary bands like Aerosmith; Dean is always setting new records. He has successfully conquered many challenges and obstacles by taking his daring escapes to incredible limits. One of his most recent television specials, “World’s Most Dangerous Magic II” on N.B.C., Gunnarson faced his greatest fear as he escaped suspended upside down over a swamp of 130 hungry alligators in the Florida everglades covered in chicken meat and blood.

Dean has traveled from the Great Wall of China to the ancient Pyramids of Egypt, the Glaziers of Iceland & the Amazon rain forest of South America, Niagara Falls, Hoover Dam to the bright lights of Las Vegas & from Hollywood to Nashville to Broadway. Dean has preformed from one end of this Earth to the other! He has traveled around the world entertaining people with his unique style of escaping, while always putting wonder or laughter on peoples faces.  2026, Dean joins us at AbraCORNdabra to help us with this year’s Tribute to Harry Houdini!  Dean RARELY makes magic convention appearances.  Don’t miss your chance to meet a living legend of Escapology!

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH
LECTURE
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

KEVIN JAMES

FROM:

Las Vegas, Nevada

KEVIN JAMES needs no introduction.  Born in France, to american parents Darrell and Mary Lou. His father was a USAF rescue helicopter and jet fighter pilot, though later the family relocated to the small town of Jonesville, Michigan, where Kevin grew up.  He was interested in the art of magic at a very early age. After studying drama in the Western Michigan University, he moved to Los Angeles where he struggled for several years supporting himself with “strolling” performances at various restaurants and private parties.  Since then, Kevin has literally appeared all over the World, touring with his own shows and with THE ILLUSIONIST.  AbraCORNdabra has tried for many years to get this incredible artist to the convention, and each time, something else came up that prevented him from coming.
HE IS COMING THIS YEAR!!!
He will also be offering a hands-on MASTER CLASS on
Sunday September 13th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
(Additonal charge event)
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH
LECTURE
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM

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FROM:

Las Vegas, Nevada

When it comes to internationally known “dove workers” in our art, one name that is always mentioned, Dimmare. James Dimmare performs an elegant act that has been widely acclaimed as unique, creative and simply brilliant. He currently resides in Las Vegas where he has a show called “Dimmare’s Martini’s & Magic”  that does not feature his award winning dove act. Instead, James presents a comical, interactive retro-type show that involves audience participation, some silent bits, and lots of talking and even a stage illusion!
Mr. Dimmare will be bringing select gems from his curent show to share with the attendees at AbraCORNdabra!

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH
INTERVIEW
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

OSCAR MUNOZ

FROM:

San Antonio, TX
Oscar Munoz is the 1999 winner of the “Gold Cups” award from the International Brotherhood of Magicians (I.B.M.) organization. He is the past President of the International Brother of Magicians 2017. He is also a charter member and past President of “Ring 269” in Texas.  His awards include:
1999, IBM “Gold Cups” winner (1st place)
1997, 1st place, both parlor & stage competitions, T.A.O.M. (Texas Association of Magicians)
1992, Closeup competition, Texas Association of Magicians Top Magician Award
Jim Zee Award for Close-Up Magic.
Much more than this, Oscar is truly “AbraCORNdabra Family” as he has been a vital Staff Member for most of our 15 years!
We are thrilled to have him join us yet again this year, and to share his knowledge of being a PROFESSIONAL REAL-WORLD WORKING MAGICIAN .

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FROM:

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SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH
INTERVIEW WITH MYSTERY MAGICIAN!
(You won’t want to miss this!
THIS WILL BE A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY!)
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM 

********************SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
EXTRA FEE CHARGE MASTER CLASS with
KEVIN JAMES
(Limited Seating)
Additonal fee of $75 during the May 11th, 2026 ONE DAY ONLY
24-HOUR / EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION
(IF any seats are available after May 11th – Additonal fee is $100)

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This person will be our featured guest on our AbraCORNdabra Collectible Coin Series for 2025. 

For more information about the COLLECTIBLE COIN SERIES – check out the bottom of the “LECTURES” or “SPECIAL STUFF” pages.

2026 AbraCORNdabra is highlighting magic!   This will be a MUST SEE convention!