World-Renowned Magician Matt Roberts Performs at Orpheum Foxboro April 22, 2011

Friday, April 22, 2011, 10:30am to 12 noon

Performing since he was 6 years old, Roberts is best known for designing and performing all of the magic sequences on the national television series Wonderworld, which appeared on over 120 PBS stations in the U.S. and on military bases around the world Roberts also co-created Music & Magic, a unique concert experience which he performs annual at Boston Symphony Hall, home of the Boston Pops.

Roberts has appeared on NBC's Today Show, and on Fox's syndicated program, The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet. Since 2008, Roberts has also appeared regularly at the Mohegan Sun Arena as the official host/emcee for the WNBA's Connecticut Sun and WNBA All-Star Games. Roberts has also opened for the legendary high-wire superstars, The Flying Wallendas, headlined his own sold-out theater shows and even received military clearance while performing for the U.S. Navy.

Also an experienced actor with professional and on-camera credits, began his career starring as the magical host of Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Coloring Book on a two-year, 600-performance tour that put him onstage alongside the beloved Muppets in front of crowds at Madison Square Garden and other venues in 31 states and 13 countries.

Roberts has had his work published in MAGIC Magazine, and Providence College has honored him as Professor for a Day in 2010 when he gave a special lecture at the school about magic, marketing, and living your dream. Roberts has also been awarded for his creativity in the Rand Woodbury International Illusion Design Contest and the Outside the Box Contest sponsored by Creative Magic LLC. Finally, Roberts is also a member of the Society of American Magicians, the world's oldest magic organization whose members include Lance Burton, Siegfried and Roy, David Copperfield, and former president of the society, Harry Houdini.

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