Okay everyone, if the fact that this magician is gorgeous didn’t catch your attention, you can learn more about here right here!
Meet Safire, an Asian-American magician residing in San Francisco, CA. Her interest was sparked through her father, who bought her a magic set for her seventh birthday. Since then, she knew that she would always have a passion for the craft. However, not only does she perform magic, she manages all parts of her act: storyboarding, her outfits, producing, soundtrack, etc. Her features include Clip of the week on LIPS 106 FM in New York, an interview with Smith Magazine, and a feature with Barbary Coast News. The credit that especially drew me in was this: On August 28, 2006, Safire uploaded a video of her “Paper Butterflies” trick. Within 24 hours, it reached the honor of #1 Viewed video in the Entertainers category, and #2 Viewed video overall. It has over 240,000 views currently, 295 ratings, and 189 comments. Check it out!
Safire has a few interesting quirks. For example, she keeps a personal blog where she gives her opinions on art and technology. That can be found here:
http://magicsafire.vox.com
She also has “themed” shows that cater to a variety of audiences. Her most popular act is “The Mulan Act,” which is a performance inspired by the Chinese heroine. It includes tricks that revolve around silk handkerchiefs and swords. Another theme she offers is called “Transformations.” This act was featured on Fox Television’s “Thirty Seconds to Fame.” It includes all sorts of transformations, from red fireflies bursting into a flurry of red snow (an original illusion used only by Safire)! In this act, she also performs a tricky outfit transformation that has only been mastered by a few select magicians. She offers “The Parlor Act” which is a combination magic performance and comedy sketch. Finally, she has created a “Close-Up” act inspired by David Blaine on television. Her act, however, is done live involving the audience. Safire enjoys making the audience a part of her show, and is known for her charisma and charm. Not only does she perform magic, but she mingles with the audience before and afterward to make the experience even more memorable than a traditional magic show.
She is most thankful for the opportunity to perform internationally, especially the shows that she has done in China. Safire currently is taking Classical Chinese Dance training with the Peony Dance Group in San Francisco. She also appreciates performing in local celebrations of Asian Culture. Keep updated on this all-in-one magician with her official website, found here:
http://www.magicsafire.com/index.html
“[Safire,] that was statistically IMPOSSIBLE!”
-J. Kriesel, Ph.D.