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How to Plan the Perfect Birthday Party with an Ottawa Magician
The key to a successful birthday party isn’t just having activities, it’s having the right kind of entertainment. Planning a birthday party in Ottawa can feel like a lot of pressure. You want the kids to have an amazing time, everything to run smoothly, and most importantly, you don’t want to spend the entire party…
An Anti-Bullying Magic Show Can Transform Your Next School Assembly in Syracuse
Schools are increasingly choosing interactive anti-bullying shows in Syracuse, like those presented by Michael Bourada. Planning impactful school assemblies in Syracuse isn’t always easy, especially when you’re trying to deliver an important message like bullying prevention in a way that truly connects. Many traditional presentations struggle to keep students engaged, which means the message can…
How an Anti-Bullying Magic Show Can Transform Your Next School Assembly in Ottawa
More schools are turning to interactive anti-bullying shows in Ottawa, like those presented by Michael Bourada, to create meaningful, lasting change. Planning effective school assemblies in Ottawa can be a challenge, especially when the goal is to deliver a message that truly connects with students. Traditional presentations often struggle to hold attention, and important topics…
Mingling Magic is the Secret to Unforgettable Corporate Events
Mingling magic is one of the most versatile and engaging forms of entertainment Mingling magic enhances any corporate event in Ottawa, and it’s exactly what Michael Bourada specializes in. Unlike traditional stage shows that require guests to sit and watch, mingling magic happens right in the middle of the action. Michael moves seamlessly through the…
Why Hiring a Magician is the Best Birthday Party Idea in Ottawa
When planning with birthday party magician in Ottawa: The goal isn’t just to fill time, it’s to create an experience kids will actually remember. That’s where hiring Michael The Magician changes everything. Instead of chaotic games or trying to manage a room full of excited kids, you get a fully engaging experience where everyone is…
Performing where my heart is…
After years of traveling, performing corporate events, theatre shows, and high end private engagements, I have found myself feeling pulled back to where this all started. My roots in magic were built locally, performing for families, kids, and communities, where the reactions were raw, honest, and unforgettable. Somewhere between airports, ballrooms, and large stages, I…
Live Magic Shows in Ottawa and Beyond
Live magic hits differently when you are right in the middle of it, and that is exactly what my shows are built around. I perform live theatre style magic shows for families as well as shows designed specifically for adults, blending jaw dropping magic, smart humor, and constant audience involvement. These are not sit back…
Ottawa is my home
My magic career began right here in Ottawa, where I first discovered my passion for creating wonder and connection through performance. Growing up in this city gave me the perfect playground to hone my craft—from intimate gatherings at local cafes to community events in the ByWard Market. Even now, after decades of performing, there’s something…
Who is Michael...
His interest in entertainment started while he was young and truly blossomed while he was a teenager. He performed anywhere he could, being featured at fairs, parties – even the streets. Michael’s passion developed into a full time profession and his show grew to become bigger, more impressive and play for larger sized audiences. When he was 19 Michael was offered a unique chance to travel nationwide with his show and he became one of the youngest entertainers in Canada to have their own touring production. Flash-forward to today, Michael presents exclusive and thrilling mentalism that capture the imagination and dazzle the mind. Offering unparalleled professionalism, Michael has entertained celebrities like singer/songwriter Carrie Underwood, who after seeing him perform said, “Wow! That was amazing!” and Patrick Chan, World Figure Skating Champion, who said, “You’re good! Like REALLY REALLY good!”.
For all his hard work he was invited to perform on the hit international TV show ‘Penn & Teller: Fool Us’. The show features some of the world’s best magicians! Additionally, he was nominated for a prestigious award, ‘Canadian Entertainer of the Year’ by CSE (Canadian Special Events Assoc.), this is directly due the quality and quantity of shows he presented for corporate events and upscale venues in Canada. Lastly, he was recently named Faces Magazine ‘Entertainer of the Year’.
Michael is 36 years old, married, a father of two and performs full-time averaging over 200 shows annually presenting at corporate events, trade shows, colleges and theatres throughout North America.
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Trusted By The Biggest Corporations!
Adaptability To Amaze Any Audience
He has performed over 4000 shows, completed 5 national tours, seen in 6 different countries and been featured on major television networks across North America. He performs at over 250 events annually.