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The Ricky Jay Magic Show

on BBC Two England

Ricky Jay, America 's top contemporary comedy magic star, opens his cabinet of wonders to reveal a laughing card trick, the Creation of Life, and the case of the bird that could sing in five languages and imitate a banjo with its voice, as well as the incredible illusion skills of his fellow performers.
From Hollywood: the award-winning puppeteer, Bruce Schwartz
From Australia: ventriloquist Clifford Guest, with his World of Sounds
From Switzerland: special guest stars, Mummenschanz, the unique mime and mask theatre group
With guest appearances by Susan George and the World-Famous Song and Dance Pig

Contributors

Star/magician:
Ricky Jay
Puppeteer:
Bruce Schwartz
Ventriloquist:
Clifford Guest
Mime and mask group:
null Mummenschanz
Guest appearance:
Susan George
Music:
Ken Jones
Technical consultant:
Ali Bongo
Technical consultant:
Robert Swadling
Designer:
Ken Starkey
Director:
Stanley Appel
Producer:
John Fisher

BBC Two England

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