illusionist

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Jareth is an illusionist as beguiling and seductive as he is sinister, caressing bubbles and gravity-defiant glass spheres with liquid grace.

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2026

After Anderson's death, famed illusionist Houdini travelled to Aberdeen, visited his fellow entertainer's grave, and even started to pay for its upkeep.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2025

To hear some tell it, her neighbors included the famous illusionist and escape artist Harry Houdini and his wife, Wilhelmina Beatrice Houdini.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2024

After her husband died in 1997, Ms. Blackstone moved center stage and went on to a successful career as an illusionist, coach, producer and director.

From New York Times • Dec. 2, 2023

At the end of the act, the illusionist takes a bow with a pivoting turn, acknowledging the entire circle as the audience applauds.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern