10/25/09
rip off
by hergmajerg at Citysearch
I can't believe how many personal friends Merlin has writing 4 star reviews for his show! I boasts itself as the "best show in town"...if you consider a 4 block radius "town" it probably is, but with so much professional entertainment nearby this one is a joke. I doubt they'd let this guy set foot near the Magic Castle where the real magicians perform. This show is of the "pick a card any card" variety. He even does the "linking rings" trick any school kid can do in his sleep. The patter is corny, the servers are just frustrated high school drama students trying to maintain their English accents all night (mine was even wearing army boots under that wenchy dress!) The food is substandard, and as you've heard Merlin also serves as waiter before he goes around behind the curtain to start his cassette of "magic show music" and rolls out his ear worn tricks. The brochure picturing him levitating members of the audience is bunk. "He just does parlor magic in a back room of a rib joint". Check out Medieval Times or the Pirate Adventure if you want a real show.
- Pros: free parking
- Cons: waste of money
02/09/09
Over priced don't waste your money
by garyking at Citysearch
We came in not knowing where to stand or what to do. Had to ask if this was the correct place for the show. They keep you all crowded into the small front lobby and like others have said you get to watch the girls run back and fourth very dis-organized. Then Merlin walks around with his wizard coat and hat on. Walks around like a waiter and takes your reservation. They had Merlin working the tables too. We sat and sat and waited to be served what seemed like forever. Took then so long to start to bring food. Merlin did some rookie tricks, like a carnival would have. Then Merlin would go back to the back of the room and wait for his next time to show. Soup came first, and then a drink. The drink was gone before the food ever was served. Have to say the food was pretty good. They stalled everything out so you have to listen to this loud Merlin till jokes. If that was not enough Merlin even got everyone to tap on the tables with their spoons for applause. Lovely to listen to while you eat. Never will go back . Food was good but would go into the main tables and eat, not the show place.
Waste of money. Even after eating we felt stuck there while they stalled so everyone might keep ordering drinks and stuff. Didn't work for us, we got up and left after eating. Not worth it even if it was free.
- Pros: Goood food
- Cons: terrible show and too long. Not comfortable sitting with others at a table
10/05/08
kitchy but fun
by goveggiebaby at Citysearch
This show is not going to be the best show you have ever seen in your life, I mean seriously, at most you are paying $29.95. If you are smart and don't order online, you will find one of the many coupons printed in the newspaper, posted online, or given out by other people that have gone to the show. But what I can say is that this show is well worth the money. It is totally kitchy, but overall, a lot of fun. The jokes are bawdy and silly. The tricks are cute and fun for the kids. The wenches are haughty and entertaining (not to mention the cleavage). The food is great, and the drinks are strong.
Overall, I had a great time with this show. If you go in thinking that it is going to be some fantastical show filled with special effects and daring adventure, think again. It isn't like that. It is an enjoyable and entertaining family show. It is worth checking out, just be sure to bring your good humor, because it will only add to the kitchy charm. Oh, also, be sure to make your reservations in advance--I made mine late and got sat in the back. I still had a great time, but next time I bring my family, I am going to make reservations early so I can get a front row seat.
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