Thoughts from The Business Magician
Kostya’s Blog
The Invisible Thread Binding Ukraine and Me
I find myself caught between two worlds—my comfortable life as a corporate magician in the United States and the heartbreaking war tearing through my birthplace of Ukraine. Since the war began, I have embarked on a mission to bring attention to Ukraine's struggles, using my platform to amplify the resilience and spirit of the Ukrainian people. Even as I pivot to sharing more about my magic, Ukraine remains at the forefront of my mind.
My Favorite Type of Magic to Perform
Magicians and lovers of magic might be surprised to find that my favorite type of magic to perform is not actually card magic—but theatrical mentalism.
Virtual Magic Shows: A Guide
Discover the secrets to planning, executing, and maximizing the impact of virtual magic shows with this comprehensive guide, featuring valuable insights and practical tips from a renowned virtual magician.
Corporate Magicians: A Guide
Corporate magicians are highly skilled entertainers who perform magic that supports the goals of a corporate event. Whether it’s a company event, a conference, or a special occasion, a good corporate magician can bring high energy, fun, and excitement to the entire audience.
Why The Virtual Magic Show is (Surprisingly) Here To Stay
Even as the world starts to return to normal and the acute phase of the pandemic comes to an end, virtual magic shows are here to stay.
Virtual Mentalism Shows: 5 Reasons Why They’ll Psych Up Your Employees
If you’re looking to add some excitement and novelty to your virtual team-building events, consider booking a virtual mentalism show. Here are 5 reasons why.
Announcing OrlandoMagicians.com
I’m excited to announce the launch of orlandomagicians.com, a centralized home on the internet for finding the best magicians in Orlando! As the CEO of See Magic Live, a company that helps you book top magicians nationwide, I understand the importance of finding the right performer for any occasion. That’s why we created orlandomagicians.com – to showcase the top talent in our hometown of Orlando.
Combatting Hunger with a Virtual Magic Show: On TV with Jason Guy
I'm preparing for my virtual magic show to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. This morning I got to speak with our local news reporter, Jason Guy, and I got to do a little magic for him and tell him all about the show.
7 Questions to Ask BEFORE You Book a Virtual Magic Show (How to Choose a Magician)
So you’ve decided to host a virtual magic show for your company’s employees or clients. You have realized through your research that magic shows can work really well on Zoom, where everyone feels the thrill of a first-row seat and the potential to participate. But how do you choose which magician to host your Zoom magic show? Here are some questions you should ask to help you make your decision.
You're Invited To My Virtual Magic Show
Hi, I’m Kostya Kimlat. I’m a business magician who’s fooled Penn & Teller on their hit TV show, “Fool Us,” and I’m inviting YOU to my Virtual Magic Show on April 29, 2021 in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank, where 100% of your ticket purchase goes directly to provide food for kids, families and seniors in Central Florida.
Why I'm Hosting a Virtual Magic Show to Combat Hunger
When I did my first news appearance in April, in front of a barren wall and with just a quarter of the equipment I would end up building in my home studio, I never anticipated what would happen. So now, a year later, I can’t think of a better way to give thanks and give back than to provide help and support to people in my community of Central Florida.
5 Secrets to a Successful Virtual Take Your Child to Work Day
Virtual Take Your Child to Work Day is upon us again—on Thursday, April 22, 2021. With last year’s Take Your Child to Work Day an unexpected bust, and this year’s still a virtual must, here are five tips to ensure you feel prepared, your team feels supported, and your team’s kids feel inspired.
What is the Right Audience Size for a Virtual Magic Show?
In the last few months, I've performed for groups of 10, as well as several thousand. While there's no limit, the number of people does influence the KIND of interactions I get to have.
The Best Platform to Host a Virtual Magic Show?
This week, I’m performing for Google employees, and I’ll be hosting the virtual magic show using Google Meet. When I performed for Cisco, we used WebEx. So many virtual platforms! Which one is best for you?
Zoom Magic Shows: Behind the Scenes
Can I really do all this in Zoom? It's one of my favorite questions. I recently had someone watch our main promotional Zoom magic show video showing how the show looks like. And then they called me, and they said, “Look, we need to schedule a Zoom call because I don't believe that I saw in your promotional video is what you can do on Zoom. That's impossible.”
Online Magic Shows for Businesses
I’ve performed countless Virtual Magic Shows since March 2020, so I wanted to make a video to explain what an online magic show is and how it can benefit your business.
Strategic Partnerships To Grow Your Business in the Digital Economy
The post-COVID virtual/digital economy is opening new doors for businesses and individuals willing to adapt and embrace change. Strategic partnerships with other businesses can help our organizations, employees, contractors and communities.
Virtual Magic Show and Dinner Delivered to Orlando and Tampa
I’m excited to announce a brand new partnership with the premiere catering company in Orlando, Puff ‘n Stuff Catering. They’re going to deliver their amazing meals and I’m performing my virtual magic show to bring joy, wonder, and togetherness to your home in Central Florida.
Why You Want To Watch The New Season of "Penn & Teller: Fool Us"
“Penn & Teller: Fool Us” is probably your favorite magic show on TV and it’s my favorite TV show, period. Thanks to the show, just like people know there are different genres of music and different styles of comedians, now they know there are different genres and styles of magic.
Today, I Teach Keynote Speakers to Thrive as Virtual Keynote Speakers
Today, I’ll be sharing my secrets of virtual presenting with other professional keynote speakers at the invitation of the National Speakers Association. I want to inspire my professional motivational speaker colleagues around the world by showing them why our clients need us to be their digital leaders.