Free Tickets Available for the Show 'Illusion' at Cook Theatre

Jared Sherlock, a 23 year old Indiana-born illusionist, first performed at the IndyFringe festival as a 16 year old student.   A favorite of IndyFringe audiences over the years, he brings an eclectic, high energy show which will delight and amaze the entire family. This year, Sherlock fuses magic with comedy, dancing and acting in a modern-day variety show “Illusion.”

In partnership with Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at St Vincent and the IndyFringe Festival Free Fringe tickets and Festival 'Backer Buttons' will be awarded to the first 130 people at three performances at The Cook Theatre, Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 North Central Avenue,  Indianapolis, 46202.  The box office opens 30 minutes before the show commences.   Public parking and handicap access is available at Indiana Landmarks Centre.

Saturday, August 20, 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 24, 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 28, 4:30 p.m.

Sherlock grew up in Carmel, Ind. and began performing magic when he was eight years old. Since his graduation (2011) from Saint John’s University with a major in Entrepreneurship and Theater, Sherlock transitioned from student to full-time performer. He established the Minneapolis-based production company The Magic of Jared Sherlock in 2000 and continues to tour the nation with his illusion-filled act.

Sherlock makes a contribution to the community with the proceeds from each performance and will make a special performance at the Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at St. Vincent on August 22.  Sherlock previously established his own charitable foundation, ArtsNow, and is dedicated to the mission of helping people in need overcome obstacles and achieve their magical dreams.

For more information :  www.indyfringe.org   Tel: 317 869 6611

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Talking with Jared Sherlock - Illusion

During the build-up to the 2011 IndyFringe Festival, IndyFringeTalk interviewed some of the key performers to get insight into their stories, their audience and the Fringe itself. Here is what happened when we sat down with Illusion's Jared Sherlock.

1. If you could present your show to just one person, who would it be and why?

Steve Martin.  He is a world class performer and a hilarious magician.

2. List 3 words that truly sum up your show.

VEGAS meets INDY.

3. What is the best way for theater-goers to stay informed about your latest productions?
www.JaredSherlock.com or follow me on Twitter and Facebook.

4. How does fringe theater benefit you as a theater artist/performer?
It's my hometown, and I think it is the best Fringe Festival in the nation!

5. What is the funniest line in your show?
You are my favorite audience, and I truly mean it this time.

6. Where do you see yourself in a year’s time?
On Tour.

7. Why IndyFringe?

I was born and raised in Indianapolis, and my first professional debut was in the first annual IndyFringe.

For more details of this show click here.

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Talk About 'Illusion'

Did you see Illusion? Talk about it in the comments box below.

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