“Connected: Live” is an all-day online magic convention dedicated to virtual magic shows. Whether you’re a virtual magic veteran or just LOVE magic in general, this convention will provide a blueprint for developing the best possible show and exploring all the opportunities virtual magic can provide. You’ll enjoy virtual performances, lectures, panel discussions, and interactions with top luminaries in the industry.

Like our acclaimed “Connected” virtual magic download series, we have assembled the most successful and innovative minds in the virtual space. In addition to teaching a wide variety of powerful, audience-tested virtual magic tricks, they will also lead discussions on building a virtual studio on any budget (including a mobile studio for when you’re on-the-go), effective show construction, connecting with your audience through a screen, leveraging your virtual studio to grow your social media following and more!

As various countries began to slowly emerge from the shadow of the pandemic, we’ll also be sharing the results of our exclusive “Future of Virtual Magic” survey that we conducted with 500 magicians from around the world. The results will surprise you!

SCHEDULE
March 20th 2020 (all timings ET / NYC time)

12:00pm - 12:05pm: Welcome from Andi Gladwin and Joshua Jay, and introducing your host, Matt Szat.
12:05pm - 1:30pm: Innovations in Virtual Magic Material with Will Houstoun and Harry DeCruz.
1:30pm - 2:00pm: Will Houstoun and Steve Thompson Panel Discussion on the significance and impact of virtual magic.
2:00pm - 3:00pm: Videography Expert Matthew Gilmore brings his lifetime of experience in the film industry to the magic stage in this lecture.
3:00pm - 4:00pm: The incomparable Dani DaOrtiz lectures on brand new card material for virtual shows.
4:30pm - 5:30pm: Carisa Hendrix lectures on her unique approach to virtual magic.
5:30pm - 6:30pm: We enter the strange, wonderful world of David Parr for an all-new lecture.
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Sit back and relax for our lecture and show featuring the incomparable Mark James!

Throughout the day, Matt Szat will also be sharing the results of our “Future of Virtual Magic” survey, and TikTok and Instagram magic sensation @royalpainisme will offer tips on how to grow your social media following.