Released on: October 23, 2007, 5:58 pm

Press Release Author: Jennings Public Relations & Advertising

Industry: Entertainment

Press Release Summary: Cesareo Pelaez, an international magic icon, honored for his
contributions to the world of conjuring at Fantasma Magic, a New York City magic
shop, Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 7 p.m.

Press Release Body: NEW YORK - Cesareo Pelaez, founding director of the Le Grand
David Spectacular Magic Company and Guinness World Record holder, is being honored
for his contributions to the world of conjuring at Fantasma Magic
(www.fantasmamagic.com).

Magic icons from around the world are expected to attend the event at the magic shop
and museum in New York City, Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at 7 p.m. Roger Dreyer,
CEO of Fantasma Magic, said a surprise evening is being planned to highlight one of
magicdom's most remarkable figures. "We are honored to have Cesareo Pelaez at our
store and museum. His show is one of the longest-running magic productions in the
world as noted in the Guinness Book of World Records," said Dreyer.

Pelaez, David Bull and Avrom Karl Surath will also be autographing copies of
Surath's recently published biography of Pelaez, "There Will Be Wonderful
Surprises." The 228-page volume traces Pelaez's singular odyssey from his childhood
in theatre in his native Cuba; through his emigration to America; and to the
founding and present day of the Le Grand David Spectacular Magic Company.

Spectators will also have an opportunity to see a unique exhibit of finely crafted
magic posters and richly ornamented illusions and artifacts created by the talented
artisans of the Le Grand David Spectacular Magic Company on display at the Fantasma
Magic showroom through October 24, 2007.

Fantasma Magic is a premier magic shop and meeting place for professional magicians
from around the world, located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, across the street
from Madison Square Garden. On permanent display is one of the finest collections of
Houdini memorabilia as well as rare posters, props and other collectibles from many
magic icons worldwide. The shop is also known for its magical hidden room for
celebrity birthday parties and special events.

Fantasma Magic
421 7th Avenue - 2nd Floor
New York, New York 10001
212 244-3633
www.Fantasmamagic.com


Web Site: http://www.Fantasmamagic.com

Contact Details: Fantasma Magic
421 7th Avenue - 2nd Floor
New York, New York 10001

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