Extra! Extra! Read All About It!
(Reading encouragement show.) - Running Time: 45 to 60 minutes
Amore will amaze children 3 to 12 years with a performance that tops
all others. Fast paced and original, this one of a kind performance
utilizes amazing magic, hilarious side-splitting comedy, live animals,
music, and loads of audience participation all intertwined with a message
about libraries, the value of books and the importance of reading. Feel
the excitement as you witness colorful handkerchiefs turn to magic
canes, live birds appear at Amore’s fingertips, and objects materialize
out of thin air. Visual magic combines with the encouragement
of reading in this electrifying show. Never seen before illusions
and audience participation make this a show you and your students will
long remember. Fly like Peter Pan, Pass through Alice’s
Looking Glass, perform magic like Harry Potter and even become the
Cat in the Hat! From the moment the show begins until the grand
finale the children will be mesmerized and mystified by Amore.
Perfect choice for the summer reading club kick off or end summer party or during the school year vacations!
To make sure this show is right for your event please refer to the technical requirements for this show. All shows are self-contained. Amore brings all the necessary items to perform the entertainment properly, i.e. table, sound system, props.
Phe•nom•enon (f∂ näm´∂ n∂ n) noun
1. Something experienced; a fact or occurrence that can be observed. 2.
Something
notable; something that is out of the ordinary and excites people's
interest and
curiosity. 3. A remarkable person or thing. 4. A new and
exciting show created for the sophisticated expectations of a young
adult audience. - Running Time: 60 minutes
Do you believe in ESP and power of the mind? For instance, is
it possible to foretell the future, move objects with your mind or read
someone's thoughts?
The answers to these and other questions can be found in Amore’s
show titled Phenomenon.
A new and exciting show created for the sophisticated expectations of a young adult audience. Phenomenon is a presentation of profound and unbelievable events in a fast-paced, fun format. This one of a kind performance will make the audience the stars of the show. Amore utilizes the audience throughout the performance for astounding demonstrations of the mind and body incorporating psychology and parapsychology. Envision breaking a light bulb simply by thinking about it, predict lottery numbers, float a table in mid-air, foresee the future, read people’s minds, see a demonstration of the human lie detector and more. Experience Phenomenon and you will believe.
Phenomenon is a show that challenges an audience to discover the power of their own minds.

Thank you for a great performance. You were so entertaining and you have a great sense of humor. Your show was amazing and the audience participation was just terrific!”
Laura Hoffman, Young Adult Librarian
Garden City Public Library
I know Amore must hear this all the time, but it bears repeating. His show was wonderful! Enjoyed by all.
Sandra Nappi, Williston Park Public Library
The Magic of Amore has been a favorite program amongst the Brooklyn Public Library branches for several years. His magic program is one of the top requested. Librarians are always pleased by the outcome of their summer programs, largely due to Amore’s performance.
Brooklyn Public Library CLASP Connecting Libraries and Schools Project
Children or Young Adult Programs
The following
programs are available consecutively or individually.
- Running Time: 60 minutes each
LEARN TO JUGGLE BIG TOP STYLE:
(For children 7 to 16 years )
Amore will teach you to spin plates, juggle scarves, balls, rings and clubs. Easy to do once you know how. Students will receive their own set of juggling scarves to get started. Juggling is fun activity that is great exercise and fantastic for building hand and eye coordination. Amore gives demonstrations followed by thorough instructions in a fun and energetic way. Get started today with Amore’s Learn to Juggle Program and with a bit of practice you’ll be ready for the big top!
THE SECRETS OF WACKY BALLOON ARTISTRY:
(For children 7 to 16 years)
A fun and exciting program where students will learn to make wacky hats, dogs, flowers, rabbits and a wide selection of great balloon shapes. Easy to do once you know how. Amore will teach you the secrets to twist, tie and knot balloons in order to create wondrous sculptures. Just bring your imagination because Amore supplies all of the balloons for this crazy program. Students of course get to keep all of their creations and the winner of Amore’s wacky hat contest gets to keep all of the balloons that Amore made during the program. Have you ever watched a balloon entertainer make balloon animals and ask how does he do that? Sign up for Amore’s balloon artist workshop today and find out all the secrets of wacky balloon artistry.
THE WIZARD’S MAGIC
WORKSHOP:
(For children 7 to 16 years)
Wizard books have cast a spell on kids of all ages and have left them
clamoring for more information on magic and wizardry.
What do you know about wizards? Join us for a workshop that introduces
children and teens to the fascinating world of magic and wizardry. Who
better to learn from then a real, live wizard?!
Each wizard in training will receive:
- A special chosen magic wand.
- Numerous magic items for the student to keep.
- A professional magic teaching DVD video for each student.
- An official wizard certificate.
Wizard in training will experience hands-on fun and the opportunity to challenge themselves and amaze others.