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DIMMARE’S approach to Magic is not
unlike his approach to life: totally
involved
, all consuming, and dedicated to
perfection.
Despite the ever-changing nature of
popular entertainment, he has
remained
focused on achieving what some
might
consider impossible. Entertainment
that
stands the test of time!
That such a sophisticated and
mature
outlook comes from a young man
who
spent his childhood in Western Canada
might seem surprising, but James
Dimmare is a master of surprises. His
devotion to magic was the result of
the usual influences: television and
such; but who could have predicted
that he would be performing in
nightclubs while underage (14 years
old!) and then have his own full
-evening show at age 16! In light of
the considerable critical and popular
success of this show James could
have toured Canada for years...
instead he decided to leave the
relative comfort and isolation of
Canada for... Hollywood!
Realizing that the key to television
and international success is based on
personality, James Dimmare started
on creating an intimate magical
experience... the ultimate
nightclub/cabaret act. Incredible
illusions with doves and parakeets,
but with a significant difference... all
designed around a strong persona, a
brilliantly original style, and
incorporating music that has inspired
audiences and artists alike! The
results were extraordinary; James had
captured the feel and flavor of Fred
Astaire without losing himself in the
process. His contributions to the craft
resulted in an international reputation
and included such top honors as Stage
Magician of the Year; presented by
Hollywood’s famed Magic Castle,
several European trophies, and in Las
Vegas: the only two time recipient of
the Siegfried and Roy “Lion Head”
award!
“The Act” as James has sometimes
called it, has taken him literally
around the world. TV, theaters, and
repeated tours of Europe; including a
command performance for Prince
Rainier of Monaco, are but a few of
the results of James Dimmare’s
tireless efforts. His time spent in
Europe, working with the top names
in Society as well as entertainment,
has given him a virtual “Masters
Degree in Show Biz”. When you add
the soul of an artist to the talents of an
entertainer, you create a potent
theatrical force... James Dimmare!
James Dimmare was now ready to re
-examine, re-vive, and re-create his
long held dream: a theatrical project
incorporating the best elements of his
now classic “dove act” and adding
jazz, pop, and swing elements that
broaden it’s appeal. James offered this
, “ It’s more than “Grand Illusion”,
it’s dance, dreams with humor and
excitement... a theatrical event that
challenges the audiences and critics to
see that what worked for Sinatra or
Buddy Rich... remaining true to
yourself, works equally well for
Magic”.
In a variety of settings: Las Vegas,
Jazz Clubs, and Concert Halls, James
has proven that his entertainment is
truly timeless. He has created a
vehicle that allows for infinite
flexibility. The nature of the show
allows him to expand or contract both
the length and size of the program
while maintaining a moving
experience! Whether it’s a large-scale
performance with orchestra (like the
Cincinnati Pops) or an Off- Broadway
theatre, James applies his years of
onstage experiences to create a
memorable and powerful event!
James Dimmare sees the bigger
picture. Drawing on classic, iconic
images from Fashion, Theatre, and
Film... he was recently asked by the
prestigious Wilhelmina Modeling
Agency (in association with a London
Vogue Photographer) to appear in an
extensive series of photographs that
will be used in an exclusive
worldwide fashion campaign. Clearly,
these trendsetters from the world of
fashion and advertising recognize a
very special quality in James
Dimmare... the ability to captivate an
audience.
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