Athens, «Las Vegas Magic Festival»
This fourth International Magic Festival presents every year famous magicians whose acts blur the boundaries between reality and illusion. These shows are produced by the brilliant Greek magician Jorgos, living in Germany. On the bill are the international artists: Anca & Lucca Mental Magic; Αndre Βlake Illusions; Jorgos Illusions; Omar Pasha Magical Black Art; Ramo & Alegria Comedy Magic; Τakamitsu Uchida Manipulation. read more below The «Christmas Theater», here in between rehearsals, has a […]
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe. SHOWS CANCELLED DUE TO THE OUTBREAK OF COVID 19
Donostia (San Sebastian), International Magic Festival «Vive La Magia», «The Best Magicians of the World»
This touring International Magic Festival, from December 2019 to January 2020, brought about a resurgence for magic since many years in those Spanish cities where the audience is used to come back year after year. see more below The Donostia “Vive la Magia” poster of the show see more below The huge «Kursaal» Auditorium […]
Segovia, International Magic Festival «Vive La Magia», «The Best Magicians of the World»
This touring International Magic Festival, from December 2019 to January 2020, brought about a resurgence for magic since many years in those Spanish cities where the audience is used to come back year after year. see more below The Segovia «Vive La Magia» poster of the show see more below The «Juan Bravo» Theater room will […]
Soria, International Magic Festival «Vive La Magia», «The Best Magicians of the World»
This touring International Magic Festival, from December 2019 to January 2020, brought about a resurgence for magic since many years in those Spanish cities where the audience is used to come back year after year. see more below The Soria «Vive La Magia» poster of the show see more below The «Palacio de la Audiencia» Theater
Salamanca, International Magic Festival «Vive La Magia», «The Best Magicians of the World»
This touring International Magic Festival, from December 2019 to January 2020, brought about a resurgence for magic since many years in those Spanish cities where the audience is used to come back year after year. see more below The beautiful classical «Liceo» Theater room see more below «Liceo» Theater room, ceiling detail
Palencia, International Magic Festival «Vive La Magia», «The Best Magicians of the World»
This touring International Magic Festival, from December 2019 to January 2020, brought about a resurgence for magic since many years in those Spanish cities where the audience is used to come back year after year. see more below The Palencia «Vive La Magia» poster of the show
Valladolid, International Magic Festival «Vive La Magia», «The Best Magicians of the World »
This touring International Magic Festival, from December 2019 to January 2020, brought about a resurgence for magic since many years in those Spanish cities where the audience is used to come back year after year. see more below The Valladolid «Vive La Magia» poster of the show see more below «Miguel Delibes» Cultural Center […]
Burgos, International Magic Festival, «A Magic winter»
This touring International Magic Festival, from December 2019 to January 2020, brought about a resurgence for magic since many years in those Spanish cities where the audience is used to come back year after year. see more below Omar Pasha in the program of the show see more below The theater room during the rehearsals
Paris and around Paris, Christmas shows
At the end of the year 2019, Omar Pasha is booked by the “L’Évènement Spectacle” productions for Christmas shows around Paris. Among those shows, two special venues, the so beautiful Rueil Malmaison Theater and the historical “Pavilion Baltard” at Nogent sur Marne (one of the former Paris market halls). It is always the same nice […]
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe.
Leeds, TV show “The Good Old Days “
“The Good Old Days” TV programme (which ran from 1953 to 1983) is a re-creation of the music hall variety shows that were popular in the late Victorian and the Edwardian periods. Entertainers performed musical, comedy, magic and recitation acts on stage, in some cases in Edwardian costumes. Even the audience was dressed in authentic […]
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe.
Paris and around Paris, Christmas shows
At the end of the year 2018, Omar Pasha is booked by the “L’Évènement Spectacle” productions for Christmas shows in Paris and around Paris. It is always a pleasure to perform for the employees from large companies and their families and children. Among a whole series of shows with a festive and friendly atmosphere, a […]
The front page news
YOU ARE ALREADY INFORMED ABOUT THE PUBLICATION OF MY PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK “SHOWS FROM THE INSIDE” (© 2023 L.-O. Ostrowsky). Read more below… You have not yet had the opportunity to purchase it. Don’t hesitate to order it now: CLICK HERE See below what the French printer of my book, ESCOURBIAC*, published on his website: “Shows […]
News
Hello, dear visitors, First of all, I wish you a great New Year 2018 ! Our new Omar Pasha website has now been online since nearly two months. From the numerous messages we received, we are happy to know that you appreciate our expanded and renovated website. Since our previous news from late October, we […]
Le Mans, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 4th and last tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. In 2017, the shows were performed near Le Mans […]
Lille, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 4th and last tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. In 2017, the shows were performed in the cities […]
Le Havre, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 4th and last tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. In 2017, the shows were performed in the cities […]
Erkelenz, “1001 Nights” show
Among various corporate shows and other performances during 2017 in France and other countries, we have especially fond memories from Erkelenz, Germany. The acts on the bill from the “Thousand and One Nights” show, perfectly organized by Achim Lenzen, were the “Ten Ahead” orchestra, the Omar Pasha magical Black Art, the fakir Aladin, the […]
News – by Louis-Olivier Ostrowsky, Omar Pasha
Hello, dear visitors We are about to open our new Omar Pasha website, completely renovated, augmented with numerous pictures and accessible on any of your screens. We are delighted to share all this with you. We took great pleasure going through all our years of history, choosing and working on so many old and recent […]
Haifa, amusement park
Omar Pasha is booked in an amusement park. The theater is always packed.
Agadir, variety show
The act is part of a show for tourists in that city on the Morroco’s Atlantic shore.
Téhéran, variety show
Omar Pasha was booked in a night-club from the Iran capital city, after its director had seen the act at the “Le Sexy” night club in Paris.
The US magic magazine “Magic”
Front cover of “Magic”
French Magic Magazine (FFAP), continuation
Back cover of the special edition of the French Magic Magazine dedicated to Omar Pasha – July 2014
French Magic Magazine (FFAP)
Front cover of the French Magic Magazine, special edition dedicated to Omar Pasha – July 2014
Louis-Olivier, puppets’ shows
With friends from the same age, he performs puppets’ shows for young children. captivated audience – picture EO
On board the Atlantic ocean liner “Le France”
Shows on board the Atlantic ocean liner “Le France” during the crossing Le Havre – New York and return. Afterwards, we were booked for several cruises on board the “France” 1968 – picture “Le France”
Magic magazine Genii
Omar Pasha was booked for the “It’s Magic” 1975 tour in California. Alas, Willy Berscheid passed away just before. Front cover of GENII – Hollywood, July-August 1975
Willy Berscheid passes away and revival of the Omar Pasha act
During the first days of July 1975, as he is booked at the Eiffel Tower dinner-show, Willy Berscheid falls seriously ill. Shortly after, he is transported to his home town Trier, in Germany. He passes away the following month. In October of the same year, Michelle & Ernest hear that his widow Hilde Berscheid intends […]
“Les Baladins” and the act “Ballad for an Invisible Man”
About “Les Baladins” and the act “Ballad for an Invisible Man” (act copyright) see : Timeline, Black Art line, 1965 and then 1966, 1967, 1968, 1973 to 1975
Other engagements with “The Invisible Man” and “The Pianist”
Les Baladins and the Light Fingers keep working in France and in Europe : 2 months tour in France and Belgium with the French hit singer Michel Sardou – 1973 – with “The Invisible Man”, Five weeks at the Paris Olympia Music-Hall with the French hit singer Michel Polnareff – 1973 – with special effects […]
Numerous engagements with “Le Pianist”
Some of those engagements : •After the tour with the hit singer Joe Dassin – 1971 (more than 60 cities in France, Switzerland, Belgium), •and 5 weeks at the Paris Olympia Music Hall with Charles Trenet – 1971 • Magic Festival in Beirut, Lebanon – 1972 •Magic Tour in France of the show “From […]
Les Baladins and the Invisible Man (continuation)
The carreer of the “Invisible Man” by Les Baladins was going on : France of course, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Norway. We also took part to various magic Congresses and Conventions, to TV shows in different countries, to many prestigious gala evenings. Also, creation of an act for children : “Circus Parade” (act copyright). Summer season […]
Louis-Olivier Ostrowsky is born in Paris – and his parents keep dancing
Still the dance, beside the magic, for Michelle & Ernest, during the years 1963 – 1965 “Jazz Impressions” music Janko Nilovic, choreography M. & E. Ostrowsky, Claude Batho picture
Dance
L’Histoire du Soldat, Stravinsky-Ramuz, choreography M. & E. Ostrowsky, Claude Batho picture
Black Art and dance
The work together starts again : in black art, with new engagements at the “Tomate” theatre and in several night clubs in Paris, in dance, with many shows in France. They also produce (partly with James Hodges) a puppet and dance show for children. They create choreographies for themselves and for the Alice Ostrowsky’s dance […]
Michelle in the Ilissos Duet
The Ilissos Duet, Greek songs and dances – picture X
Michelle in the Troïka Trio
Michelle (1st from the right) in the Troïka Trio, Russian and Ukrainian dances and songs – Nogrady picture
Louis-Olivier Ostrowsky as Omar Pasha
Louis-Olivier Ostrowsky as Omar Pasha in the early 2010s – picture EO
Ernest Ostrowsky as Omar Pasha
Portrait of Ernest Ostrowsky as Omar Pasha – in the late seventies – picture Michel Kempf
Willy Berscheid as Omar Pasha
Portrait of Willy Berscheid as Omar Pasha – in the early seventies – picture X
Document : Max Auzinger aka Ben Ali Bey
Max Auzinger was performing Black Art with the stage name Ben Ali Bey – picture X
Document : Buatier de Kolta poster
Buatier de Kolta : undated poster at the Egyptian Hall in London
Document : Ben Ali Bey poster
Max Auzinger presents Black Art with the stage name Ben Ali Bey.
Les Baladins and the Invisible Man
Michelle & Ernest Ostrowsky aka “Les Baladins” with their act “Ballad for an invisible man” appears immediately as a novelty in the variety field in France and in Europe and it is a success. From then on, Michelle & Ernest dedicated themselves definitely to Black Art. There will be engagements at the “Sexy” (one of […]
Hilde Berscheid passes away
At the age of 90, Hilde Berscheid passed away in Trier. She married Willy Berscheid in 1947 and was his partner for their acts Sambalo and Omar Pasha. We shared such wonderful emotion, when we took over the Omar Pasha act from her in 1975 – friendship which only grew as we visited through the […]
Barcelona, a night club called “Crazy Horse”
Early in November 1976, (just one year after the death of Franco) a new night club named “Crazy Horse” – a reference to the famous Parisian night club – opens in Barcelona. Omar Pasha is booked for the opening program, which is however, delayed for a few days, as the renovations are incomplete. After a […]
Naples, variety show
Variety show with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle, right after the Sicily tour.
Caltaniseta, Sicily tour
Sicily tour with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle.
Comiso, Sicily tour
Sicily tour with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle.
Catania, Sicily tour
Tour in Sicily with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle.
Ribera, Sicily tour
Tour in Sicily with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle.
Palermo, Sicily tour
Tour in Sicily with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle.
Dresden, “Magic 1994 International Festival”
see more below Program’s cover see more below Some artists of the program
Lille, “Magic Night”
The Magic Night of Lille, France, with Alexis Hazard as artistic director, is presented at the Sebastopol theater. Success and great atmosphere. see more below Poster of the show
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Chartres, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 4th and last tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. In 2017, the shows were performed in the cities […]
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Various shows in the Paris area and other places
Private and corporate shows in France and Europe
Michelle and Ernest fall in love
Ernest falls in love with a student in his mother’s dance school – Michelle Pacaud, who will become his life companion. Michelle starts to study at the Clermont-Ferrand high school. The dance teacher remarks how gifted is the “little Michelle Pacaud” who then will take an always increasing part in the dance shows. The various […]
Numerous engagements with “Le Pianist”
Some of those engagements : Tour with the hit singer Joe Dassin – 1971 (more than 60 cities in France, Switzerland, Belgium) 5 weeks at the Paris Olympia Music Hall with Charles Trenet – 1971 Magic Festival in Beirut, Lebanon – 1972 Magic Tour in France of the show “From Illusion to Fantastic”, directed […]
Louis-Olivier, photography (continuation)
Still aside from the magic, Louis-Olivier develops his interest for photography. In 1996, he takes part in an exhibition of the group “Club Photographique de Paris – Les 30 x 40” at the Photographic Encounters of Arles, France. In 1998, Louis’ photographic work “Blue, White, Water” is presented at the University of Hawaii in Honolulu. […]
After World War II
Willy gets married with Hilde and starts again touring and working with her.
Mr Berscheid (the father)
Only 10 years after the first black art’s experiments and presentations, a German businessman, being also an amateur magician, named M. Berscheid, travels the world. He is buying cork and other raw materials. Curious about everything, he watches around him, thinks and dreams of magic. An idea comes to his mind : it is the […]
Registration of copyright
The French illusionist Buatier de Kolta registers a copyright for “the modern black magic” in November 1886. Buatier de Kolta has also been the inventor of many magic effects like, here, the flowers paper cone – picture X
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
The revue “Milliardissime” is presented twice a night. Omar Pasha has been lucky enough to be regularly booked at the Milliardaire (previously called “Le Sexy”) since 1976 and for many months each year, until its closure in 1996.
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
The revue “Milliardissime” is presented twice a night. Omar Pasha has been lucky enough to be regularly booked at the Milliardaire (previously called “Le Sexy”) since 1976 and for many months each year, until its closure in 1996.
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
The revue “Milliardissime” is presented twice a night. Omar Pasha has been lucky enough to be regularly booked at the Milliardaire (previously called “Le Sexy”) since 1976 and for many months each year, until its closure in 1996.
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
The revue “Milliardissime” is presented twice a night. Omar Pasha has been lucky enough to be regularly booked at the Milliardaire (previously called “Le Sexy”) since 1976 and for many months each year, until its closure in 1996.
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
The revue “Milliardissime” is presented twice a night. Omar Pasha has been lucky enough to be regularly booked at the Milliardaire (previously called “Le Sexy”) since 1976 and for many months each year, until its closure in 1996.
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall several months during the year
The revue “Milliardissime” is presented twice a night. Omar Pasha has been lucky enough to be regularly booked at the Milliardaire (previously called “Le Sexy”) since 1976 and for many months each year, until its closure in 1996.
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
New revue called “Milliardissime” is mounted with two shows per night. The Milliardaire is still one of the best night clubs in Paris. Omar Pasha is lucky enough to be regularly booked there for many months each year. see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
“Le Milliardaire” was previously known as “Le Sexy.” The show alternated between dance numbers with naked showgirls and international visual acts and was repeated twice during the night. At this time, the Milliardaire was one of the best night clubs in Paris. We were lucky enough to be regularly booked there for many months each […]
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
“Le Milliardaire” was previously known as “Le Sexy.” The show alternated between dance numbers with naked showgirls and international visual acts and was repeated twice during the night. At this time, the Milliardaire was one of the best night clubs in Paris. We were lucky enough to be regularly booked there for many months each […]
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
“Le Milliardaire” was previously known as “Le Sexy.” The show alternated between dance numbers with naked showgirls and international visual acts and was repeated twice during the night. At this time, the Milliardaire was one of the best night clubs in Paris. We were lucky enough to be regularly booked there for many months each […]
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
“Le Milliardaire” was previously known as “Le Sexy.” The show alternated between dance numbers with naked showgirls and international visual acts and was repeated twice during the night. At this time, the Milliardaire was one of the best night clubs in Paris. We were lucky enough to be regularly booked there for many months each […]
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
“Le Milliardaire” was previously known as “Le Sexy.” The show alternated between dance numbers with naked showgirls and international visual acts and was repeated twice during the night. At this time, the Milliardaire was one of the best night clubs in Paris. We were lucky enough to be regularly booked there for many months each […]
Paris, Le Milliardaire cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
“Le Sexy” becomes “Le Milliardaire”. A nice party celebrates that event. The show alternates ballets with showgirls and international visual acts. read more below Omar Pasha in the program There was a time when six acts were performing along the show. Gradually, there are less acts. Soon, the show is repeated twice during the night, […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. The audience are French as well as foreign tourists and Parisians […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. The audience are French as well as foreign tourists and Parisians […]
Torrelodones (Madrid), International Magic Festival
During the first months of 2017, we have performed in several corporate shows and other single performances. Between those ones, we wish to mention particularly the magic festival of Torrelodones, part of the Madrid urban area. On this occasion, we have met good old friends and built up new friendly relationships. read more below […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. The audience are French as well as foreign tourists and Parisians […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. The audience are French as well as foreign tourists and Parisians […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. The audience are French as well as foreign tourists and Parisians […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. read more below Picture Michel Kempf The audience are French as […]
St Wendel, “Magic Moments” Illusions Revue
On the bill: Christian Farla, Nestor Hato, Finn Jon, Omar Pasha, Philip Simon, Magic Wave. see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. read more below Picture Michel Kempf The audience are French as […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. The audience are French as well as foreign tourists and Parisians […]
Paris, Le Sexy cabaret music-hall, several months during the year
Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians, as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual acts with young naked cabaret dancers. read more below Omar Pasha on the cover page of the […]
Monte-Carlo, Loews Hotel and Casino, “Lovissimo”
Acts on the bill of the “Lovissimo” show: Daniel Remy, Omar Pasha, El gran Picaso see more below Page of the program
Monte-Carlo, Loews Hotel and Casino
New revue at the dinner show “Folie Russe” at the Loews Hotel and Casino.
Monte-Carlo, Loews Hotel and Casino, 1980
Acts on the bill of the “Tenderly Yours” show: Fred Kaps, Omar Pasha, Lilly Yokoi. After one week, Fred Kaps became seriously hill and Richard Ross took his place in the show. Fred Kaps passed away on 23 July 1980. see more below Folie Russe program see more below Page of the program
Frankfurt-on-Main, Tiger Palast Varieté Theater
Engagement at the famous German Variety Theater, founded and directed by Margareta Dillinger and Johnny Klinke. see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Frankfurt-on-Main, Tiger Palast Varieté Theater
Engagement at the famous German Variety Theater, founded and directed by Margareta Dillinger and Johnny Klinke. see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Paris, dinner show at the Eiffel Tower
Back to Paris, after a month in Monte Carlo. Emotion runs high: exactly one year ago, Willy Berscheid was booked at the Eiffel Tower’s dinner show and he became gravely ill after just one week of performances, before passing away a month later.
Paris, Omar Pasha at the Sexy cabaret music-hall, 1st contract
That was our very first engagement with the Omar Pasha act. read more below Picture Michel Kempf Le Sexy, located 30 meters away from the Champs Élysées Avenue, is rated by Parisians as one of the city’s best night clubs. The Sexy’s stage is small but works well. The show’s program alternates six international visual […]
Brussels, Magic Convention
26th Magic Convention of the Magician’s Royal Club from Brussels and of the Ring 86 from the IBM (International Brotherhood of Magicians), organized by the magic master Klingsor. see more below Program of the show
Benidorm, season at the Benidorm Palace
Very nice 5 months summer season in a traditional revue at this well known venue.
Colombes (Paris), Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Paris, Christmas Show, Gymnase theater
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Paris, Christmas Shows at the Folies Bergère
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. The Folies Bergère theater is one of the nicest theaters […]
Froyennes (Tournai), special effect with a Renault car appearance
A corporate show for a Renault big car dealer in Belgium. We make a new car model appear, as we did in Cannes, France for a new Mercedes model at the famous Festival’s Palast and as in Poitiers in the Futuroscope Park.
Lille, “The Night of Magic”
Alexis Hazard presents the 11th Night of Magic in partnership with the Marketing & Communication School ISEG, Lille. On the bill : Christian Gabriel, Alexis Hazard, Jeff McBride, Omar Pasha, Les Virtuoses.
Granada, “Hocus Pocus” magic week
The “Hocus Pocus” magic festival is organized by our friend, Miguel Puga, to raise money for SOS Children’s Villages. The week-long festival takes place in different venues across the city. We especially like the friendly, easy-going atmosphere of this event. see more below Cover of the program see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Wolverhampton, “Dick Whittington”
Christmas show for children and families, called “Pantomime” in Great Britain. The story-board is often a fairy tail or a story full of imagination. In this show, Omar Pasha is also the Sultan of Morocco. Show with Sid LITTLE and Eddie LARGE, as “CAPTAIN and MATE” in the spectacular London Palladium production. see more below […]
Louis-Olivier becomes Omar Pasha
Michelle & Ernest Ostrowsky are proud to see their son Louis-Olivier (their partner since 1984) carrying on the act with skill and talent. He starts to perform the main part in the Omar Pasha act in 2010. Since the end of 2012, Louis-Olivier presents exclusively the act, first for Christmas shows in and around Paris (inclusively […]
Creation from “The Pianist” by The Light Fingers
Creation of “The Light Fingers” with the act “The Pianist” (act copyright), linking Black Art magic and short clown skits. James Hodges draws the costume for the character and collaborates in the adjustment of some magical effects and of the pantomime and comedy parts. After a few months of experience, Michelle & Ernest recast the […]
Creation of “Ballad for an Invisible Man”
Their friend Norbert Schmitt, choreographer, creates a new show at the “Folies Pigalle” cabaret in Paris and engages Michelle & Ernest with various visual short black art acts. This night club still has a good name in the Parisian night life. They will spend there more than 20 months, working some time also in other […]
M. and E. Ostrowsky start in Black Art
At James Hodges instigation, and with his magical and theatrical skills, a group of friends work on puppets and objects acts using some black art techniques for the Parisian theatre “La Tomate”. They all need to earn some more money and will share the work on stage. Michelle & Ernest are one of the three […]
Louis-Olivier, photographic exhibitions and publications
Aside from the magic, Louis-Olivier takes advantage of his travels to develop his interest for photography. Louis-Olivier presents in 1985 a photographic exhibition in the big hall of the Australian Embassy in Paris : “Beautiful Australia”, with prints from the 1979 and 1981 travels. Working and traveling with the act Omar Pasha, he starts a […]
Louis-Olivier, photography and magic
In 1983 and 1984, Louis-Olivier studies black and white photography with Christiane Barrier and Michel Kempf and artistic built-up photography with Bernard Faucon (Paris Audiovisuel). In 1984 and 1985, he has his first photographic exhibition “Seen from my window” in Meudon (near to Paris) and Clermont-Ferrand, with pictures from Meudon / France, Australia, Great Britain, […]
Louis-Olivier, first photographic lessons
First photographic lessons in Paris with Dominique Sudre. The following year, he has photographic, television and media lessons at the Rosny College of Hobart, Tasmania / Australia and receives an outstanding merit diploma. He also takes many pictures in Tasmania, that end of the world island.
Louis-Olivier, studies
Louis-Olivier starts to study through correspondence. From now on, he follows his parents during their travels worldwide. His school results are excellent up to the end of high school. In 1979, he stays in Australia for 4 months. He is fascinated by the continent. He takes advantage of his French school holidays and makes a […]
Paris, dinner show at the Eiffel Tower, in summer
A new engagement at the Eiffel Tower see more below Program of the show see more below Advertisement of the Eiffel Tower dinner show
Paris, dinner show at the Eiffel Tower, in the fall
So many people around the world dream to see the Eiffel Tower, and we perform there … Just great. see more below Advertisement of the Eiffel Tower dinner show. see more below Program of the show
Giessen, International New Year’s Varieté show on tour
Varieté show on tour for the OVAG company, in Bad Nauheim, in Wartenberg (Lauterbach) and to end in Giessen. see more below Omar Pasha on stage (document ovag-gruppe.de) see more below Finale of the show (document ovag-gruppe.de) with – any old how – : Charly Borra, Juliana Chen, Omar Pasha and Brian O’Gott, Ofelia, Trio Unique, Alba, , Duo Aerius, , Duo Esferico, White Crow, Oleg Chudan, Trio Nistorov.
Paris, Christmas show for the Senate
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. This second Christmas show for the Senate was held at […]
Second year with Omar Pasha
The French agent Mrs Carmen Bajot reacts immediately and with enthusiasm. Very soon, she suggests creating a second group who would also perform the act under Michelle & Ernest’s control and in a double engagements’ planning. Along the years, different people will be the second team. But, as from February 2000, Omar Pasha is again […]
A new life for Omar Pasha
As they start to work with the Omar Pasha act, it is such a success that Michelle & Ernest dedicate themselves exclusively to it. The first engagements with the act are at the Le Sexy night club-music hall in Paris (one of the best in Paris), at the Eiffel Tower dinner-show and at the Folie […]
Willy Berscheid passes away
July : Willy Berscheid falls seriously ill. August : he passes away. See also : Timeline, Black Art line, 1975.
“The Light Fingers” and “The Pianist”
About “The Light Fingers” and the act “The Pianist”, see : Timeline, Black Art line, 1971 and then 1972, 1973 to 1975.
Louis-Olivier, childhood
From the age of two, Louis-Olivier does his first travels with his parents who have contracts in Brussels, Monte-Carlo, Beirut, Glasgow, Barcelona, etc. When he is five, he stays in a family to go to school, when his parents travel for work. During holidays, Louis-Olivier joins his parents who are on tour. Sometime, his holidays are […]
Ernest to the army, Michelle dances and sings
Ernest does compulsory national service for two years. Michelle attends classical ballet classes with the well known teacher Mrs Egorowa. She successively works in two different acts : “Troika”, Russian dances and songs and “Duo Ilissos”, Greek songs and dances. These two acts receive a good response with engagements : in France : among others, […]
Beginning in Black Art
See : Timeline, Black Art line, 1958
Paris, Operas of Paris Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. The employees of the two Paris Opera theaters (Garnier Opera […]
Paris, dinner show on the river Seine
The SS Nomadic is make fast to the right bank of the River Seine in Paris. In December 1983 it becomes a nice dinner show. On the bill, the soul jazz American organist and singer Rhoda Scott. It is also a pleasant engagement for Omar Pasha. see more below Rhoda Scott
News – by Louis-Olivier Ostrowsky, Omar Pasha
Dear visitors, Since our previous news, Omar Pasha has been performed over 3 continents with a great success. Here below are some of the main shows I have done. In Europe : In Düsseldorf, Germany, at the Apollo Variety Theater, during three months, from January to April 2015 : read more below In Hamburg, Germany, at […]
Wedding and dance and university
Michelle & Ernest get married. De 1956 à 1960 they continue training in contemporary dance, mainly with Mila Cirul, former dancer in Russians companies. She was herself trained in the Rudolf Von Laban techniques (who was the first contemporary dance theoretician and technique creator). They also learn jazz dance. Ernest keeps studying at the Paris University […]
Dance shows and various jobs
Michelle & Ernest are members of the Genevieve Mallarmé Contemporary Dance Company in Paris. In that company, they follow their professional training and perform at the theaters of the Cite Universitaire Internationale of Paris and of the Comedie des Champs-Elysees. Despite her mother’s support, Michelle has to do various jobs, from washing and ironing students’ […]
Paris, Prime Minister Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For the first time, we perform at the Christmas celebration […]
Ostend, “Illusions’ 84”
see more below Program of the show see more below In the CKO Bulletin
Dance
Ernest competes in the contest of the “World Congress for Young Hopefuls of the Dance” and is selected for the final, which unfortunately never happened. A member of the judges’ panel is “a young man with dishevelled hair who does rough sketches during the show. It is an unexpected but for ever encounter and friendship. That guy […]
Ernest, further studies
In 1952 and 1953, Ernest obtains good marks in both parts of the “baccalaureat” (examination giving entrance to the university). He takes part in the “Fondation Nationale des Bourses Zellidja” contest : after two study trips in Israel and Berlin, he becomes an award winner of this Foundation. This is a fantastic and very selective, […]
High school and dance
Again with the high school’s authorization, but also under the condition of good general school results, Ernest goes every fortnight to Paris for classical ballet lessons with Professor Leo Staats. He obtains a press card and can watch many shows in Clermont-Ferrand. He regularly writes reviews in the local press and later on in a […]
After W.W.2
Ernest moves with his parents to the closest city, Clermont-Ferrand. Ernest stays there until 1953. High school In 1946 he starts artistic studies : dance, music and later on drama at the city’s Theatre Academy. He mainly studies contemporary expressive dance at his mother Alice Ostrovsky’s newly opened dance school “Le Groupe La Danse Nouvelle”. […]
During W.W.2
During the war, Ernest Ostrowsky lives with his parents in a village in the Auvergne (Center of France) Michelle Pacaud spend her childhood in Clermont-Ferrand, the capital city of the Auvergne region.
Omar Pasha’s creation
Willy Berscheid renews his work : he lists, with André Sanlaville (the French producer of the Festival Mondial de la Magie),all sorts of magic effects which could be particularly spectacular, beeng adapted into the Black Art technique. It becomes at first Zorindra and finally the Omar Pasha act. New world tours are starting especially in […]
Berlin, “Zauber Zauber” magic show
The first “Zauber Zauber” shows were performed in Berlin and Mannheim, Germany, in 1986. Such was its success, that the producers Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, decided to renew the show with a German tour the following year. see more below Poster of the show
Stuttgart, “Zauber Zauber” magic tour
The first “Zauber Zauber” shows were performed in Berlin and Mannheim, Germany, in 1986. Such was its success, that the producers Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, decided to renew the show with a German tour the following year. This became a six cities tour over five months, in Frankfurt am Main, Münich, Essen, Hamburg, Stuttgart […]
Hamburg, “Zauber Zauber” magic tour
The first “Zauber Zauber” shows were performed in Berlin and Mannheim, Germany, in 1986. Such was its success, that the producers Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, decided to renew the show with a German tour the following year. This became a six cities tour over five months, in Frankfurt am Main, Münich, Essen, Hamburg, Stuttgart […]
Essen, “Zauber Zauber” magic tour
The first “Zauber Zauber” shows were performed in Berlin and Mannheim, Germany, in 1986. Such was its success, that the producers Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, decided to renew the show with a German tour the following year. This became a six cities tour over five months, in Frankfurt am Main, Münich, Essen, Hamburg, Stuttgart […]
Frankfurt-on-Main, “Zauber Zauber” magic tour
The first “Zauber Zauber” shows were performed in Berlin and Mannheim, Germany, in 1986. Such was its success, that the producers Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, decided to renew the show with a German tour the following year. This became a six cities tour over five months, in Frankfurt am Main, Münich, Essen, Hamburg, Stuttgart […]
Munich, “Zauber Zauber” magic tour
The first “Zauber Zauber” shows were performed in Berlin and Mannheim, Germany, in 1986. Such was its success, that the producers Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, decided to renew the show with a German tour the following year. This became a six cities tour over five months, in Frankfurt am Main, Münich, Essen, Hamburg, Stuttgart […]
Helsinki, the “Peacock”, international varieties and circus
Nice program in this good showroom. see more below Cover of the program see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Brussels, Opening program of the Show Point night club
see more below Omar Pasha on the cover page of the shows’ magazine “Time Out” in Brussels
Bologna, International Magic Convention
Convention organized by the Italian Magic Club. see more below Program’s front cover see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Rueil Malmaison (Paris), Christmas Show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Paris, Christmas Shows
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. Shows in various places in and around Paris, inclusive several […]
Checy (Orleans), “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 1st tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. read more below One of the artists : Françoise […]
Saumur, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 3rd tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. read more below The finale of the show with, […]
Rouen, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 3rd tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. In this way, he produces each year a number […]
Evreux, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 3rd tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. read more below The audience at the finale of […]
Ningbo, International Magic Festival
Ningbo is near Shanghai, on the other side of the Qiantang river estuary (also called the Hangzhou Bay). One of the longest bridges in the world links the two harbor cities. read more below front house of the theater The Magic Festival is held in a recently-built cultural center which also houses a science museum. […]
Ostend, ” The Magic Night”
Great success for this nice magic show organized by the Belgian producer Comedyshows. see more below The Kursaal Casino see more below Advertisement of the show see more below The audience in the theater (document visitoostende.be)
M. Berscheid (the father) passes away
The young Willy Berscheid follows the track after his father’s death, performing with his mother. The act “Sambalo” travels around the world in plenty magic and variety tours. W. Berscheid, dressed in a white tail coat, is experiencing various adventures with a skeleton and with quite a few unexpected objects.
Paris, Special Magic show for children of Kosovo
During the terrible events in Kosovo, a show was organized by Gérard Majax and French magicians in aid of children of Kosovo, at the renowned Parisian music-hall Olympia. It has been a huge success and the theatre was totally full. We were in Paris at that moment and, of course, Omar Pasha was part of […]
Palma de Mallorca, variety show
Tito’s in Palma de Majorca, Spain was a well-known theater with excellent variety acts and ballet. It has been around for a long time but has now become a gambling place. Omar Pasha performed there three times (including in March 1978). read more below Tito’s program Each time, we enjoyed connecting with various friends and […]
Monte-Carlo, Loews Hotel and Casino, 1976
Picture Michel Kempf
Monte-Carlo, Loews Hotel and Casino, 1977
Folie Russe show named : “Hello Darling” with, among others, the acts : Dieto, Gino Donati, Omar Pasha. see more below Bowing after the act see more below Ernest with the assistants Consuelo and Barham see more below Dieto comedy juggling act
Matsuyama, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,…
Nagasaki, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,…
Kumamoto, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,…
Yonago, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,…
Ube, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,… see more below Traveling by bus from Hiroshima to Ube, we stop for lunch in a very old inn, who used to be a den of thieves […]
Hiroshima, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,… see more below Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
Nagoya, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,… see more below In town see more below Origamis as wishes at the Osu Kannon Temple, Nagoya
Tokyo, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture,… see more below… Sheraton Tokyo Bay Hotel
Osaka, international variety tour
Nine cities tour in Japan with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) and Zoe Dolle. In this unique country, we are passionate to discover its people, history, culture, architecture… see more below Crowd at the Osaka railway station
Venice, Costa Cruises
see more below Costa Allegra cruise ship – picture Costa see more below Venice, Doge’s Palace see more below Gondolas in Venice
Genoa, Costa Cruises
see more below Costa Classica Cruise ship picture Costa
Oviedo, International Festival of Magic
On the bill: Marc Antoine from France, Marcelo Contento from Argentina, Fukai & Kimika from Japan, Peter Marvey from Switzerland, Juan Mayoral from Spain, Omar Pasha from France, Juan Tamariz from Spain. see more below Advertisement of the Festival see more below Detail of a window, Oviedo
Bern, “Salut, Wintergarten” tour
The tour is happening in Switzerland in Bern and in plenty smaller cities of the country. read more below Mara and Mitzi, the main characters of the show read more below Mitzi and Jaz comedy magician in the show pose in front of a modern art monument, in the city of Chur “Salut, Wintergarten” is […]
Santiago, “Noche de Gigantes”, TV show
The TV show : A few days in Santiago for a TV show on the Catholic University’s Channel. Very professional shooting. We have been asked for a detailed script, the sequences, our suggestions for shots. General satisfaction after a good work and we all cheer up. As an addition to the act, we perform a special […]
Zürich, “Traumtanz” Varieté-Musical
Musical revue in this well-known nightclub, the Polygon. see more below Program of the show
Sindelfingen (Stuttgart), 15th “Magic Hands” Jubilee Convention
Second engagement with Manfred Thumm. In this show we worked with warm and friendly co-acts meetings : The Cattarius, Martin Cottet, Mr Electric (we meet again Marvin Roy & Carol who were with us in the great Zauber Zauber tour – 1987 – in Germany), Fantasio, Peter Heinz Kersten, Marc & Chantal, Markus & Trix, Fred Roby, […]
Abidjan, Children of Africa Foundation
This prestigious event in Abidjan in March 2016 was a benefit for the Children of Africa Foundation. Politicians, entertainers, and entrepreneurs from Ivory Coast, France and other parts of the world come together in support of this cause. The Foundation organized the event under the sponsorship of Ivory Coast’s First Lady. The country’s President was […]
Marrakech, Special Event
Great event for an international convention. We have some more time as in 1994 to visit the city. Traditional walk to the Djema’a el Fna Square and to the souk (market). We also go to the Majorelle Gardens who have been restored by the top French designer Yves Saint Laurent and by Pierre Bergé; what […]
Marrakech, New Year’s Eve
Very nice event with a real oriental flavor.
Beirut, “Follyrama”
“Follyrama “, variety show at the Lebanon Casino Beirut. More than 30 years after our previous stay (before Omar Pasha, with our previous black art acts) we return to Beirut. In the meantime, there was the terrible 15-years civil war, with its many victims and destructions, followed by a re-built city center. We’re looking forward […]
Blackpool, Annual Magic Convention, 2nd engagement
We are back again in Blackpool, at magic’s largest convention, the “Blackpool Magicians’ Club 47th Annual Convention,” drawing around 3,000 magicians from all over the world.
Blackpool, Annual Magic Convention, 1st engagement
This convention is known as the World’s Largest Magic Convention. As a matter of fact, not any other magic convention in the world has 3000 or more participants every year. Professional and amateur magicians come not only from the UK but also from countless countries. read more below Program of the Convention read more below […]
Coventry, the “Two Ronnies” show
Revival of the “Two Ronnies” show after its success at the London Palladium, in Bristol & Southampton, and after the marvelous seasons in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia. see more below Coventry “Two Ronnies” show program see more below The Coventry theatre’s front house see more below After the Premiere, with Ronnie Barker see more below […]
Southampton, the “Two Ronnies” show
Revival of the “Two Ronnies” show at the Gaumont Theater, after its huge success in Bristol and at the London Palladium. see more below Southampton Two Ronnies’ show advertisement see more below Ronnie Corbett coming out of stage see more below Ronnie Barker coming out of stage see more below The juggler Nino Frediani coming […]
Bristol, the “Two Ronnies” show
Rehearsals of the “Two Ronnies” show before a 3-week run at the Hippodrome Theater and the London Palladium season from May to August 1978.
Limerick, Ireland’s National Magicians Convention
An exceptional clause in an artist’s contract : out of the usual conditions, it is specified as “special clause” : Artist is required to enjoy his time at the Convention ! So we do. As a matter of fact, when we arrive at the hotel, which is also the place for meetings between magicians, everybody […]
London, Macmillan’s International Magic Convention
A very nice and friendly Magic Convention, organized by the Magic Dealers Ron & Martin MacMillan. The show is held at the wonderful Her Majesty’s Theatre. read more below Gala programme On the bill: Ali Bongo (UK), Noel Britten (UK), Andy Gebhardt (Germany), Jeff Hobson (USA), Ardan James (USA), Harry Lorayne (USA) Omar Pasha (France), Russ Stevens (UK), […]
London, magic shows for the British Magic Circle
Short season organized by the British Magic Circle at the Collegiate Theatre. read more below Cover of the program It is the first time we perform in London with the Omar Pasha act. read more below On the bill, there is a good French friend of us : the parodic mime artist Robert Farlow.
Böblingen (Stuttgart) “Magic Hands” Convention, 1st engagement
This was an annual Convention (since 1978) organized by the magic dealer Manfred Thumm in the large Convention Center in Böblingen, a wealthy town adjacent to Stuttgart. Two renowned magicians are part of the show : Magic Christian from Austria and the Norwegian Finn Jon. At the end of the rehearsals, both artists had fun […]
Utrecht, “Cascade Circus”
There is a nice tradition in the Netherlands between Christmas and the New Year : circus shows are organized in large theaters. And quite often, a non circus act is booked, to contrast with the main circus theme. Omar Pasha appears in such a show at the Staadsschouwburg Theater in Utrecht. It is a very […]
Ratingen (Düsseldorf), Magic Convention
Regional magic convention and competition for young German magicians. The Convention is organized by Detlev Drenker, the director of the German magic magazine : “Magie”. see more below picture from the German magic magazine : ” Magie ” – May 2004
Versailles, National French Magic Convention – AFAP
page of the program
London, the “Two Ronnies” show, at the Palladium
Omar Pasha is booked at London’s mythical variety theatre : The London Palladium. It is in the show of two British comedian stars, The Two Ronnies, Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett. This show is presented by the legendary British producer Harold Fielding. read more below Ronnie & Ronnie in one of their extravaganza scene For […]
Acapulco, international variety show
Show organized with the Tourism Office in Mexico.
Sharm El Sheikh, Millennium’s celebrations
Millennium’s Celebrations at Novotel & Sofitel Hotels in Sharm El Sheikh. The hotels of the French Company Accor in the holiday place of Sharm El Sheikh, on the Red Sea, are celebrating the arrival of the year 2000 with different shows coming from Paris. The shows are presented under big tents, on stages put onto the […]
Thouaré sur Loire (Nantes), Magic Festival
Nice festival getting together numerous French magicians in this suburb of the city of Nantes. Organized by the city of Thouaré sur Loire, the artistic director is our good old friend Philippe Bonnemann, a well known illusionist, with his wife Emmanuelle. see more below Diploma awarded to Omar Pasha
Deauville, Miko Ice Creams Special Event
Corporate show at the Deauville’s Casino.
Paris, Christmas show for the Senate
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. Pour la troisième fois, nous participons au spectacle de Noël […]
Barquisimeto, World Magic Festival
For general information about the tour, see : Caracas, “World Magic Festival”
Carquefou (Nantes), “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 1st tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. read more below The beautiful La Fleuriaye theater, before the entrance […]
Lonigo, International Fantastic Festival
On the bill : Paolo Mingone, Omar Pasha, Golden Power, Walter Rolfo, Sonics, Fabrizio Vendramin. see more below The beautiful Lonigo city theater before the show
Bogota, International Variety Show
On the bill with Omar Pasha : Ben Blaque, Charlie Frye, Kristef Brothers, Gustavo Lorgia, Stella Marie, Grupo Osos, the Statue. see more below see more below Michelle and Ernest with Gustavo Lorgia see more below Gustavo Lorgia with Gabriel, his excellent stage manager
San Ildefonso (Segovia), International Magic Festival
see more below Poster of the show see more below “The best magicians of the world” in San Ildefonso see more below The show “La Magia del Real Sitio” will happen at night
Santa Cristina d’Aro (Costa Brava), International Magic Festival
On the bill of the Night of Illusion organized by the magician Xevi : Arkadio, Roy Gardner & James, Omar Pasha, Fred Roby, Mikael Szanyel. see more below With Xevi in front of his Casa Magica magic museum See also more pictures about Santa Cristina d’Aro in the GALLERY section : “Spain, 2009/2010”
Badalona (province of Barcelona), International Magic Show, and TV3 show
Good show and good TV show for the Catalonia, under the artistic direction of our good old friend the magician Enric Magoo. read more below A view of Badalona Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries : Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, U.K. and also in Chile, Japan (several […]
Blackpool, Showzam Festival
Showzam Festival in Blackpool: a popular artistic festival in the city, just before the famous annual magic convention. What a pleasure to work again on the great Opera House stage. read more below Announcement of the International Stars of Magic at the Showzam Festival We are excited to see Blackpool’s city revival. More and more […]
Valladolid, International Magic Week
The “Intermagia” International Magic Festival take place both inside, at the Auditorium, and outside, on different spots of the city. With Paulino Gil as artistic director, “magical weeks” are organized in several Spanish cities. On top of international magic shows in theaters, various activities are offered : street magic, shows in retirement’s homes, in prisons, […]
Caceres, International Magic Week
The “Intermagia” International Magic Festival take place both inside, at the Auditorium, and outside, on different spots of the city. With Paulino Gil as artistic director, “magical weeks” are organized in several Spanish cities. On top of international magic shows in theaters, various activities are offered : street magic, shows in retirement’s homes, in prisons, […]
Vitoria Gasteiz, International Magic Show
The artistic director is our good old friend José Ángel Suárez. see more below Advertisement of the Festival see more below With Danny Cole – picture EO
Salamanca, International Magic Week
The “Intermagia” International Magic Festival take place at the theater, outside and on different spots of the city. With Paulino Gil as artistic director, “magical weeks” are organized in several Spanish cities. On top of international magic shows in theaters, various activities are offered : street magic, shows in retirement’s homes, in prisons, etc, etc. […]
Almussafes, International Magic show
Taking part to the International Magic show : Magic Andreu (emcee), Omar Pasha (black art), Marcius and Matias Prats (shadowgraphy artists), Andrely (general magic), Gorry German’s (trampoline), Peki (general magic).
Roermond, “Cirque d’Hiver”
There is a nice tradition in the Netherlands between Christmas and the New Year : circus shows are organized in large theaters. read more below Cover of the program And quite often, a non circus act is booked, to contrast with the main circus theme. Omar Pasha appears in such a show in Roermond. It […]
Blackpool, Annual Magic Convention, 3rd engagement
For the 3rd time, Derek Lever booked us at the Blackpool Convention. The Convention is still as famous now as it was then, with about 3,000 participants, many international magic dealers, a magic competition, lectures and international shows. see more below Convention’s program see more below Some artists of the International Gala Show
Paris, Special Event
Corporate show at the old Stock Exchange building.
La Rochelle, Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Aix en Provence, Special Event
Corporate show at the Casino.
Sydney, the “Two Ronnies” show
The colossal London’s Palladium success, the Two Ronnies show, is now in Sydney, at the Regent Theater before Melbourne. read more below The Regent’s theater read more below Sydney “Two Ronnies” show program read more below The Two Ronnies in their iconic sketch “Four Candles” Sydney, 1979 Flu over Sydney A week off in Cairns, […]
Paris, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. The show is at the Mogador theater. For each Christmas […]
Munich, Mercedes Grand Prix Horse Races
Corporate show
Paris, Christmas Show for the Senate
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. The show was held at the Odeon Theater (now called […]
Rennes, Christmas show for Citroën
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party.. An audience of 22000 people of the Citroën factory of […]
Paris La Défense,”La Nuit des Trophées”
Special Event for the Crédit Lyonnais Bank. 1700 guests.
Juan Les Pins, Magic Show
Magic Festival organized by Gérard Majax and Audoin Rambaud. It was also the first “Colombe d’Or”. see more below Poster of the show see more below
Cannes, Magic Festival
Organized by the famous French magician pickpocket Gérard Majax.
Monte-Carlo, Special Event at the Summer Sporting
Special Event for the Bultex mattresses company, in the magnificent Salle des Etoiles.
Paris, Christmas magic shows, La Mutualité theater
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. Twenty nine Christmas shows in the same theater. For each […]
Evreux, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 2nd tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. read more below Before the show Starting in 2014, […]
Rouen, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 2nd tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. read more below A part of the huge Kinderarena […]
Hamburg, Hansa Varieté Theater
Summary : The show – The refugees – Everyday life in Hamburg – A nice meeting The show : How to speak about “la vie d’artiste” (the artist’s life) without recalling so many famous music-hall, circus and variety artists who have performed here before us. It is necessary to mention the Hansa Theater as one […]
Munich, “Magic !”
On the bill : Ed Alonzo, Juliana Chen, Christian Farla, Kevin James, Tina Lenert, Ully Loup, Omar Pasha, Magic Wave. see more below Cover of the program see more below Michèle with Kevin James see more below Ernest with Evgueny Voronin who works also in Munich in the Palazzo show see more below Svetlana also in Munich in the Palazzo show
Nuremberg, “Magic!”
On the bill : Ed Alonzo, Juliana Chen, Christian Farla, Kevin James, Tina Lenert, Ully Loup, Omar Pasha, Magic Wave. see more below theater during the rehearsals
Meribel, Magic Festival
Magic Festival during the summer in this winter sports village of the French Alps. It is organized by the famous French magician Dominique Webb.
Châteauroux, Christmas show for the city council
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Blois, Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Saintes, “The Cabaret K D’Or”, International Cabaret Artists Festival
On the bill of the Festival: Eric Antoine, Jean-Pierre Blanchard (who is also the artistic director of the event), Omar Pasha, Patrick Peralta, Franck Pinard. see more below Under the patronage of Patrick Sebastien see more below Omar Pasha in the program see more below Jean-Pierre Blanchard on stage see more below Special Award from “The […]
Dieppe, Christmas Shows
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Toul, Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Clermont-Ferrand, French Railway Company, Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Bordeaux, Christmas shows for Ford factory
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Aix en Provence, New Year’s Eve show
Dinner show at the Casino see more below Cover of the program
Deauville, Galopathlon Association
Corporate show at the Deauville’s Casino.
Carcassonne, International Magic Festival
Festival of the Rotary Club of Carcassonne, organized by Marc Serin and Carlos Vaquera, in aid of sick children suffering from cancer. see more below Poster of the Festival, on the bill : Carlos Vaquera, Davide Costi, Arthur Tivoli, Elastic, Philippe & Laurence, Aaron Crow and Omar Pasha. see more below City of Carcassonne
Forges Les Eaux, International Magicians Festival
The program of the Festival : read more below India : PC SORCAR Jr and his wife Joysri, Maneka SORCAR, Shand PASHA, HAMID China : Huang ZHENG Hungary : Féco GALAMBOS Spain : Juan MAYORAL Belgium : Alain SLIM Netherlands : DION France : Pierre EDERNAC, Omar PASHA, BEBEL, François NORMAG co-director of the Festival, DRACO, Tommy BIRD, Guilhem JULIA, Jean FREEL, SPONTUS, Hugues PROTAT creator of the Festival organized […]
Poitiers, special effect with a car appearance
At the Futuroscope (a futuristic theme park near Poitiers), the French illusionist Bertran Lotth presents a permanent magic show. For a special event, he asked us to make a car appear. Previously, we had presented that magic effect for Mercedes (at the Festival’s Palace in Cannes) and for Renault in Belgium. see more below At […]
Tours, show for the city council
Corporate show
Saumur, Christmas show
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Laval, Special Event
Corporate show see more below With Sylvain Mirouf, magician, TV emcee – picture X
Vannes, National French Magicians Congress (FFAP)
The 2009th National FFAP’s Congress (former AFAP, the French National Magic Federation) is held in the very nice historical city of Vannes, in the Bretagne region of France. read more below Cover of the congress program The Palais des Arts, recently remodeled, is perfect for that congress; the organizing committee has done a very good […]
Olonne sur Mer, Magic Festival
On the bill of the Festival over two week-ends : Philippe Bonnemann (who is also the artistic director of the event), Elastic, Erwan, Omar Pasha, Pilou. see more below Program of the show
Lille, “Le plus beau Cabaret du Monde”
On the bill : Antoine & Val, Jack Claudany, Hans Davis, Les Imposteurs, Yves Marty, Alain Mask , Omar Pasha , Soleil des Tropiques. see more below Poster of the show
Rennes, International Magic Festival
The International Magic Festival is organized by Gerard Souchet. The artists are : Gaetan Bloom, Chen Ming Chao, Alberto and Laura Giorgi, Gwenaelle, Luce, Omar Pasha,Viktor Vincent, Max Zargal.
Saint Brieuc, Magic shows
On the bill : Alpha, Gaëtan Bloom, Gérald Le Guilloux (who is also the artistic director of the event), Bertran Lotth, Omar Pasha.
Le Havre, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 2nd tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. Starting in 2014, we will be part in 2017 […]
Le Havre, “Le Cabaret fait son Cirque”, 1st tour
One French producer, Activ’Production – Mr & Mrs Breard -, develops a new concept : he creates entire Christmas shows, with the same artists, and promotes them during several years. In this way, he produces each year a number of programs, alternating between all his clients. read more below The artists of the show produced by […]
Paris, Ile-de-France, Magic TV show, “Les Mandrakes d’Or”, “Toute la Magie du Monde”
Gilles Arthur and his wife Corinne have created the “Mandrakes d’Or” (Golden Mandrake) in 1990. Each year this festival is a magic Tour in various cities around Paris, France and a TV show. read more below Omar Pasha receives the Mandrake d’Or Award from the French TV stars Flavie Flament and Jean-Pierre Foucault – Picture […]
Paris, Ile-de-France, “Mandrakes d’Or” magic tour
Gilles Arthur and his wife Corinne have created the “Mandrakes d’Or” (Golden Mandrake) in 1990. Each year, this magic festival tours various cities around Paris, France and is followed by a TV show. read more below Poster of the “Mandrakes d’Or” show The artists taking part in the Mandrakes’ shows are honored by an award […]
Paris, Christmas show for the French Constitutional Council
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For each Christmas season, we only mention some of the […]
Paris, “Le plus grand cabaret du monde” TV show
“The greatest cabaret on earth” TV show presented on the French France 2 channel by Patrick Sebastien first appeared on the French TV in December 1998 and in 2017 is still very popular. We took part in this TV show five months after its creation. read more below Omar Pasha on TV announcement Every variety […]
Paris, Christmas show for the Prime Minister
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For the third time, we perform at the Christmas celebration […]
Aix-les-Bains, 30th National French Magicians Convention (AFAP)
The 1996 National AFAP’s Congress (the French National Magic Association) is held in the spa town of Aix-les-Bains, in the French Alps region. Omar Pasha performs in the international gala night.
Evian, “Frénésie Parisienne” revue
Revue with the Dolly Dollies girls, a ballet from Bernard (Jack) Dolle.
Hannover, “Salut, Wintergarten” tour
The show is touring in Germany, but also in Switzerland. It started in Austria. read more below The shadowgraphy artist Prasanna Rao, practices everyday his hands in the tour bus. Apart Hannover, the main cities of the tour in Germany were: Wuppertal, Duisburg, Lübeck, Dresden,… and many smaller cities. see more below In Duisburg, Steve of The Clark […]
Wels, “Salut, Wintergarten” tour
Tour starting in Wels, Austria, before Switzerland and before to travel up and down through Germany. see more below poster of the show see more below With Jeannette the whistler, in front of the tour bus
Brussels, TV show
Nice work and good show for the Flemish TV. Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries : Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, U.K. and also in Chile, Japan (several times in all those countries), Indonesia and USA.
Paris, “Sebastien, c’est fou” TV show, (best act 1989-90)
Joyful TV show hosted by Patrick Sébastien. Patrick himself, many singers and other artists do impersonations. The entire audience is dressed up. Patrick came quite often to the Milliardaire cabaret music-hall where we were performing and then booked us for his TV show. read more below Screenshot: Patrick Sebastien interviews Omar Pasha after his act. […]
Strasbourg, “Varieté”, Musica Festival
The show “VARIETY” from the composer Maurizio Kagel, directed by Werner Herzog, previously created in Berlin, is presented at the Musica festival 1993 in Strasbourg, France and at the Opera Comique theater in Paris, France as part of the Fall Festival 1993. This conjunction of contemporary music and its audiences with variety artists, is a […]
Paris, “Varieté”, Fall Festival, at the Opera Comique
The show “VARIETY” from the composer Maurizio Kagel, directed by Werner Herzog, previously created in Berlin, is presented at the Opera Comique theater in Paris, France as part of the Fall Festival 1993 and at the Musica festival 1993 in Strasbourg, France. This conjunction of contemporary music and its audiences with variety artists, is a […]
Paris, Christmas show for the Prime Minister
It’s a fine French December tradition for companies’ staff representatives to organize a Christmas celebration, bringing together the employees and their families for an afternoon. They attend a show. Afterwards, the children receive toys and often have a snack, while the adults enjoy a party. For the second time, we perform at the Christmas celebration […]
Düsseldorf, “Wintergarten”
Omar Pasha is part of the show “Salut – Wintergarten” in theaters of Düsseldorf and Cologne : a couple of “small persons”, husband and wife, former variety artists, present the show. In the show story line, the husband has organized a surprise for the 70th birthday of his wife, gathering former variety and circus colleagues. […]
Cologne, “Wintergarten”
Omar Pasha is part of the show “Salut – Wintergarten” in theaters of Cologne and Düsseldorf : a couple of “small persons”, husband and wife, former variety artists, present the show. In the show story line, the husband has organized a surprise for the 70th birthday of his wife, gathering former variety and circus colleagues.They […]
Lugano, New Year’s Eve TV show
Great Sylvester party for the audience in the TV studio. Serious work for the participants to the TV show. Dinner at the self-service of the studios. All right ! That is the artists’ (and TV technicians) life. Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries : Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, […]
Charleroi, “Tatayet” TV show
The well known Belgian ventriloquist Michel Dejeneffe, with his Tatayet puppet, had a TV show on RTBF (French-speaking Belgian Television). We were very pleased to appear on his show. Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries : Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, U.K. and also in Chile, Japan […]
Frankfurt-on-Main, Tiger Palast Varieté Theater
Engagement at the famous German Variety Theater, founded and directed by Margareta Dillinger and Johnny Klinke. see more below Cover of the program see more below Omar Pasha in the program
Lund, Magic Convention, 1st engagement
The Lund Magic Weekend is held every October in a charming hotel in this southern Swedish city. Organized by the Swedish Magic Dealers Association, Magic Weekend has known an ever growing success over the years.
Milan, William’s Club Le Roi, new engagement
The “Williams Club Le Roi” nightclub was one of the most important from Italy. Three people were managing the club : Gianni, Pino and Egidio. Egidio Contatto was the one running the show. He really loved the variety artists. read more below This nightclub had a very good reputation. Among the artists, it was known […]
Dresden, TV for the Japanese NHK channel
Shooting for the Japanese NHK TV channel for a show about the FISM World Congress (FISM : International Federation of Magic Societies). Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries : Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, U.K. and also in Chile, Japan (several times in all those countries), Indonesia […]
Dresden, FISM World Congress of Magic
see more below Program of the World Magic Convention (FISM) see more below With Wolfgang Sommer, Executive President of the FISM Convention 1997 – President of the German Magicians’ Association see more below With Silvan see more below With Ali Bongo
Monte-Carlo, “Folissimo” at the Loews Hotel and Casino
Once again on the French Riviera, in a new revue at the “Folie Russe” dinner-show. Same friendly atmosphere. see more below “Folissimo ! ” Dinner show advertised in front of the Loews Hotel and Casino
Monte-Carlo, Loews Hotel and Casino, “Vive les Girls” show
“Vive les Girls” happy show, with the entire artistic and technical team. see more below Program of the show with : The Seguras (just above, left), Omar Pasha, and Nino Frediani. During this engagement in Monte-Carlo, we are happy of Milo and Roger’s visit. We were performing together in 1987, in the long “Zauber Zauber” […]
La Napoule, Loews Hotel and Casino
A cabaret show in this Casino, under the same direction as the one from the Loews Hotel and Casino from Monte Carlo.
Freiburg, variety show
On the bill : Les Cattarius, Florin, Bert Garden, Omar Pasha, Fred Roby, Duo Scacciapensieri and Sebastian who is the organizer of the show.
Santiago, TV show
The TV show : We perform for a TV show, on a different channel than in 1983, but we meet again some of the same technicians as 9 years earlier; a real pleasure. Good work with confidence. read more below With the TV Emcees Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries […]
Medellin, “Festival Mundial de Magia”
With : Greg Frewin / Canada, Christopher Hart / USA, Enric Magoo / Spain, Merpin / Argentina, Gustavo Lorgia / Colombia, Omar Pasha / France.“El Mundial de Magia” (The World Festival of Magic) is a Tour organised by the Colombian illusionist Gustavo Lorgia, a star in his country, through many TV shows. Medellin, 1994 : […]
Böblingen (Stuttgart), “Magic Hands” Convention, 3rd engagement
Once again we are booked for Manfred Thumm’s Magic Convention. Friendly working with old chaps and new colleagues : Arturo Brachetti, Paul Daniels, Amos Levkovitch, Johnny Lonn, Peter Marvey, Sebastian, Alan Shaxon. If you please! Is that all ? see more below Cover of the Convention’s program see more below Page of the program
Berlin, Opening program of the Wintergarten Varieté Theater
The opening show of the “Wintergarten” was an event in the variety business. The good mood of the artists – and of the audience – was great. read more below Program’s front cover This exceptional show, produced by Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, directed by André Heller and Bernhardt Paul was composed of : Carasini, […]
Milan, William’s Club Le Roi
The “Williams Club Le Roi” nightclub was one of the most important from Italy. Three people were managing the club : Gianni, Pino and Egidio. Egidio Contatto was the one running the show. He really loved the variety artists. read more below Program’s cover This nightclub had a very good reputation. Among the artists, it […]
Madrid, TV show
This show presented variety and circus act. We worked with a pleasant crew and enjoyed making this show. Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries : Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, U.K. and also in Chile, Japan (several times in all those countries), Indonesia and USA.
London, Ken Dodd’s show at the Palladium
New engagement at the London’s Palladium, in the Ken Dodd’s show. He is a very popular comedian. Moreover, he just had some problems with the British tax services, making him even more popular. This was at the moment when Mrs Thatcher wanted to introduce new taxes. read more below The Palladium’s front house When we […]
Breda, “Kerst Circus”
There is a nice tradition in the Netherlands between Christmas and the New Year : circus shows are organized in large theaters. And quite often, a non circus act is booked, to contrast with the main circus theme. Omar Pasha appears in such a show at the Chassé Theater in Breda. It is a very […]
Höchst, Variety Show
A pleasant variety show is presented twice a year for three weeks at the Neues Theater (New Theater) in Höchst. Returning theatre goers are the largest part of the audience. see more below Cover of the program
Coimbra, International Magic Festival
The magic Festival in Coimbra always has the same success, with all its presentations : not only the international show at the Academico theater, but also street shows and performances in various places like retirement homes, the prison, and other venues. read more below Advertisement for the 2006 festival The world famous Portuguese illusionist Luis […]
Athens, “Art and Illusion” Magic Festival
The festival is held at the dinner-show of the Gialino Theater in Athens. Juliana Chen is both artistic director and performer. Also on stage: Kevin James, Omar Pasha, Shawn Farquhar and Chris Randall. Show publicity is perfect, audience is superb. We have a great time, both on stage and off, with our colleagues and friends. read […]
Leon, International Magic Festival
Festival “The best magicians of the world” : artistic director Juan Mayoral Cast : Pierre Alain, Jandro, René Lavand, Tina Lenert, Jeff Mc Bride, Omar Pasha, Yunke see more below Program of the show
London, Macmillan’s International Magic Convention
34th Annual Macmillan Convention at the Shaw Theatre, Novotel London Euston Hotel. It is the first Convention since founder dear Ron Macmillan passed away. This event is filled with emotion for many of the participants, especially for Ron’s family and friends. Son Martin Macmillan and Noel Britten have organized the convention. Everything is as smooth […]
Lugo, “The Living Legends of Magic”
Artistic director Juan Mayoral. Great memories, but deep sadness … see and read below read more below “Living Legends of Magic”, show organized by Juan Mayoral – from left to right : Pierre Edernac, Omar Pasha, Salvano, Mayoral, René Lavand, John Calvert and his wife. It was Salvano’s last show… and nowadays, in 2017, are only still alive, […]
Barakaldo (Bilbao), National Magic Convention
We meet many friends and colleagues. We make also new friendly acquaintances. Beside the congress, we have a fascinating visit at the Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum see more below Program of the show
Hamburg, Lufthansa Technik, World Event
A corporate show for the worldwide technical managers of the Lufthansa airline company. It is a special evening held in an historic warehouse of the harbour. We perform the Omar Pasha act and a special effect : a flying carpet followed by the magic appearance of a Lufthansa director.
Marrakech, “International Magic Festival”
Second Magic Festival in Marrakech, Morocco This Magic Festival takes place thanks to our friend Baby Dahan. Magic events are held in different areas of the city: the “Douar magique” (magic village) is made up of numerous tents where the visitors can see many different magicians and magical effects, the “Royal Circus” presents shows for […]
Algiers, International Magic Festival
Magic shows organized by the city of Algiers for the families of the popular area of Bab El Oued. Audiences are warm and enthusiastic. Poster of the show
Bad Oeynhausen, “Da Guckst Du !” show
On the bill: Duo Aerius, Annett, Jan Van Dyke, Oguz Engin, Tom Future, Omar Pasha, Duo Unicorn. see more below In front of the theater see more below
Berlin, “Zauber Zauber” magic show at the Wintergarten Theater
A new magic production under the generic title created for the famous tour in the 80’s. see more below Page of the show’s program see more below “Magie” – Die Kunst des Zauberns – German magazine – dec. 2004 – Wintergarten Varieté front house see more below “Magie” – Die Kunst des Zauberns – German […]
Villach, National Magic Convention
An interesting convention in this south Austrian city, in the Carinthia Province, not far from Italy and Slovenia. Quaint city surrounded by superb alpine landscapes. see more below Cover of the Program of the Convention see more below Diploma awarded to Omar Pasha
Stuttgart, “Famos Kurios” at the Friedrichsbau Theater
Variety show focused on the funny and the strange in this well known Friedrichsbau Variety Theater. see more below Poster of the show see more below With Dieter Tasso see more below Postcard used as advertisement of the show
Basel, “Variété de Bâle”
This International Variety Show was unique and unusual and it was a pleasure to be booked there. For many years in November the owner of Basel’s train station restaurant transformed his dining room into a temporary theater. It was a huge success with many loyal spectators booking tickets one year in advance. read more below […]
Abano Terme, National Magic Convention
We arrive by car in Abano Terme, Padova, Italy, directly from Lund, Sweden (Magic Convention). It is interesting – and tiring – to cross Europe from north to south, 1800 km! Crossing the North of Italy, we are nostalgic about the many times we have worked in this country. We enjoy Abano Terme and nearby […]
Lund, Magic Convention, 2nd engagement
For the second time, Christer Gustavson, a.k.a “El Duco”, booked us for the Swedish Magic Dealers Association’s Magic Weekend. Same place, same nice atmosphere, even more friendly and pleasant encounters. Following that, El Duco and his wife become our true friends. A few years later, at El Duco’s premature passing, we paid tribute to his […]
Tokyo, SAM / Japan Magic Convention
Very pleasant magic congress in Tokyo from the S.A.M.’s Japanese section (S.A.M. Society of American Magicians). Our friend Shintaro Fujiyama is its organizer. We will have many more encounters through the world with him. Shintaro presents, between different magic acts, a very beautiful and classical Japanese act with water appearing from everywhere. see more below Salvano […]
Toyohashi, International Variety Show
Show with : Dynamite Revue Show, Omar Pasha, Mark Robertson, Hill Twins. see more below Advertisement of the show see more below In the city
Jaffa, family shows
Omar Pasha is booked during a holiday period. The room is filled up mainly with children and mothers. It is a real rush when the room opens. Each mother want the best front seats for her child.
Abu Dhabi, International Variety Show
We appear in the United Arabic Emirates, in both capital cities of Shardja & Abu Dhabi, on the occasion of World Trade Fairs. The numerous visitors to those fairs in both cities are invited to watch the show under a large tent. The audience sits in 3 different areas : on one side, the veiled ladies […]
Sharjah, International Variety Show
We appear in the United Arabic Emirates, in both capital cities of Sharjah & Abu Dhabi, on the occasion of World Trade Fairs. The numerous visitors to those fairs in both cities are invited to watch the show under a large tent. The audience sits in 3 different areas : on one side, the veiled ladies […]
Genting Highlands, “Soir de Gala” revue
Malaysia, Genting Highlands Casino, “Soir de Gala” : read more below Cover page of the program read more below Omar Pasha in the program The show is a big revue in a Parisian style, presented by the Australian production Regmat. We were already booked by Redge & Mathieu earlier in 1982 at the Wrest Point […]
Singapore, prestige events
Prestige events at the former Singapore’s parliament and at the Swiss Clubhouse. see more below Singapore by night see more below “Finishing off with a mysterious performance from legendary magician Omar Pasha!” (Sullivan.com document) See also more pictures about Singapore in the GALLERY section, click : “Singapore, 2012”
Singapore, variety show
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Jakarta, TV show, « Duel mahakarya »
Excellent and friendly collaboration with the show director Fabian Dharmawan. The TV show will get 80 millions spectators live. Press conference in the studios of the RCTI TV channel : read more below Omar Pasha with the program’s TV director, and the other magicians Omar Pasha has also performed in TV shows in many countries : […]
Hobart, “Voilà” revue
The “Voilà” revue is produced by Regmat Productions / Redge Priestman & Mathieu Beauregard. read more below Cover of the program The Wrest Point is the first established Casino in Australia. The structure of the hotel – casino is a round tower. It is how it got its nickname : the thermos bottle. read more […]
Melbourne, the “Two Ronnies” show
[See Sydney, Australia, for more details about this first travel to Australia] We perform at the Her Majesty’s Theater, a wonderful classical theatre. We have a connoisseur and warm audience. read more below Ronnie Corbett on stage read more below Ronnie Barker in “Porridge” Melbourne is a big business city. The weather changes quickly from […]
Chengdu, International Magic Festival
Magic week for the Chinese national holiday in the famous Happy Valley amusement park of Chengdu. see more below The square at the entrance of the Chengdu Happy Valley amusement park. On the building are pictures of the magicians. see more below Among the magicians… see more below Opening ceremony of the Festival : (from left […]
Shenzhen, International Magic Festival
Magic week for the Chinese national holiday in the famous Happy Valley amusement park of Shenzhen. read more below poster of the show From end of September to early October 2009, we are once more back in China. Each year, for the National Chinese Holiday, many festivities are organized all over the country. So, the […]
San Diego, National Magic Convention of the IBM
75th National Convention of the International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM) in San Diego, California – July 2. to 7., 2002 The IBM is one of the two main magic associations in the U.S. with the S.A.M. (Society of American Magicians). read more below one page of the program Omar Pasha is part of the show : “International Stars […]
Düsseldorf, “Zauber Zauber” magic show at the Roncalli’s Apollo Varieté Theater
A new magic production under the generic title created for the famous tour in the 80’s. see more below Program of the show : (from l. to r.) Philip Simon, Jonathan David Bass, Nestor Hato, Omar Pasha, Jan Becker, Belinda Roy, Duo Minasov. see more below Part of a report and interview on Omar Pasha […]
Düsseldorf, “Tierisch” at the Roncalli’s Apollo Varieté theater
see more below Program of the show : Mario Berousek, Jan Van Dyke, Oguz Engin, Double Face, Mey Ling, Omar Pasha, Sblattero, Zebras
Berlin, new production of “Variety”, at the Hebbel Theater
The city of Berlin pays tribute to the famous and prolific Argentinean/German contemporary composer Maurizio Kagel for his 60th birthday. His composition “Variety” is (re)created on stage at the Hebbel Theater. “Variety” consists of various pieces played (in the orchestra pit) by an orchestra conducted by the composer. Variety artists perform their acts on stage, […]
Berlin, “Zauber Zauber” magic tour
The first “Zauber Zauber” shows were performed in Berlin and Mannheim, Germany, in 1986. Such was its success, that the producers Peter Schwenkow and Thomas Schütte, decided to renew the show with a German tour the following year. This became a six cities tour over five months, in Frankfurt am Main, Münich, Essen, Hamburg, Stuttgart […]
San Marino, International Magic Festival
Very nice and pleasant festival in this independent Republic of San Marino (created in the year 301). Friendly encounters with many magicians, inclusive the Italo-American Aldo Colombini and of course the director of this event Gabriele Merli. (San Marino is situated inside Italy, near to Rimini) see more below Program of the show see more […]
Guangzhou, World Premiere of the “Painted Skin” movie
The World Premiere of the Chinese movie “Painted Skin” is celebrated in Guangzhou on 15 September 2008 at the Baiyun International Convention Center.
Baofeng and Pingdingshan, Magic Art Festival
4th Session of Magic Cultural Festival in Baofeng & Pingdingshan – October 8 – 16, 2008. This Festival is organized by the Chinese Acrobat Association (C.A.A.) and Mr. Lin, with the international participation of Hank Moorehouse and Domenico Dante from the FISM (International Federation of Magic Societies) plus local officials. (Note: The C.A.A. will organize […]
New York, on Broadway, “Wonderhouse”
Show at the Broadhurst Theater, created and directed by Andre Heller, co-produced by Peter Schwenkow, Mel Howard and Norman Rothstein. It was previously produced in Europe by Peter Schwenkow with the title : Wintergarten. read more below “Wonderhouse” at the Broadhurst Theater read more below With Andre Heller, creator and director of “Wonderhouse” What an emotion to play […]
Los Angeles, “Hidden Secrets of Magic”, NBC TV show
Hearst Entertainment Production / Gary Ouellet – Broadcast on NBC / USA, 18 May 1996. It took two days to film a superbly executed work, with scenery specially designed for Omar Pasha – thanks to a very good technical team, the same which had filmed the Oscar’s ceremony the previous day. Thank you to the […]
Las Vegas, XXth Magic Desert Seminar
It was one of the main and most famous Magic Conventions in the U.S. for quite a few decades, supported by Siegfried & Roy and Lance Burton, organized by Joe & Martha Stevens. read more below The Folies Bergère Theatre at the Tropicana Hotel is packed with about 1000 magicians, including every Magic Star of Las Vegas. Sincerely, […]
Los Angeles, “It’s Magic !”
The show, created by Bill & Milt Larsen, is now produced by Milt Larsen and Terry Hill. The famous annual magic show in California. Great audiences and only nice and good colleagues : Joaquin Ayala & Lilia, Roy Davenport, James Dimmare, Fielding West, plus jugglers “The Passing Zone”. read more below “Omar Pasha steps out […]
Honolulu, “YES !”, dinner show in Hawaii
A small stage decorated as a cavern. Reference to the volcanic islands of Hawaii. A dinner show with Hawaiian girl dancers and 4 visual acts. A good idea to mix the traditional Polynesian image with all kinds of visual acts. Co-produced by Outrigger Hotels (more than 30 hotels on Ohau Island, plus many on other Hawaiian […]
Guadalajara, “Magic Masters”
This first magic festival in Guadalajara is organized at the Telmex Auditorium by G.E.M. Producciones Enrique Michel, with the Argentinian magician Mirko* as artistic director . The program brings together a group of artists and friends. With Omar Pasha: James Dimmare (USA), Christopher Hart (USA), Kevin James (USA), Mirko (Argentinia), Vik and Fabrini (Brazil). read more […]
Sao Paulo, International Magic Festival
On the bill : Kevin James / USA Vic & Fabrini / Brazil Erix Logan / Italy Evguenyi Voronin / Ukraine Svetlana / Russia The Philippart / Netherlands Nicholas Night / USA Omar Pasha / France. read more below Folhinha Newspaper, […]
Shanghai, International Magic Festival
This is our first time in China. Shanghai is known as the most modern Chinese city. Indeed, it is a very impressive town and country, totally different from any other one. read more below Sports Hall transformed as a theater for the Festival read more below Press conference in Shanghai, with Kevin James and Juliana […]
Rio de Janeiro, International Magic Festival
On the bill : Kevin James / USA Vic & Fabrini / Brazil Erix Logan / Italy Evguenyi Voronin / Ukraine Svetlana / Russia The Philippart / Netherlands Nicholas Night / USA Omar Pasha / France. read more below With Kevin James […]
Pereira, “Festival Mundial de Magia”
For informations about the tour, see Bogota, “Festival Mundial de Magia”
Valencia, World Magic Festival
We work in a beautiful historical theater, build in 1894. It is a replica of the Opera Garnier in Paris. The ceiling was painted by the famous Venezuelan painter Antonio Herrera Toro. Eight celebrities from the world of the culture are represented on it. For general information about the tour, see : Caracas, “World Magic […]
Maracay, World Magic Festival
For information about the tour, see : Caracas, “World Magic Festival”
Maracaibo, World Magic Festival
From town to town, the climate changes as we move and becomes increasingly hot ! In Maracaibo, the temperature breaks records. The city is built next to the gigantic lake. Pirates were calling in that old harbor, or even came to pillage the town. But nowadays, nothing remains of that time. However there is a […]
Coro, World Magic Festival
Coro, like each Venezuelan city, has its Bolivar Square (an already ancient law has fixed that every city has to do so) in order to honor the memory of the “Libertador” : the hero of the Independence. In the shade of its statue, the Elders are in never ending discussions. Coro was once the first […]
Caracas, World Magic Festival
Summary : Arriving in Venezuela / On the bill / The cities / Security / Meeting people / Meeting the great painter Oswaldo Vigas read more below from left to right: Ernest, Louis, Yunke’s assistant, Yunke’s wife, Yunke, Michelle – picture X Arriving in Venezuela : Travelling from the Australian Gold Coast to Venezuela (with just a few […]
Caracas, “Festival Mundial de Magia”
Same show as in Colombia (February to April 1994), performed in a circus tent on the roof of a department store. read more below Program of the show with Christopher Hart, Omar Pasha, Mai El Mago, Metusen,Greg Frewin, Merpin, Gustavo Lorgia Audiences (and artists !) bear the heat under the tent (1400 seats always fully […]
Jopal, “Festival Mundial de Magia”
With : Greg Frewin / Canada, Christopher Hart / USA, Enric Magoo / Spain, Merpin / Argentina, Gustavo Lorgia / Colombia, Omar Pasha / France. “El Mundial de Magia” (The World Festival of Magic) is a Tour organised by the Colombian illusionist Gustavo Lorgia, a star in his country, through many TV shows. The theatres […]
Cali, “Festival Mundial de Magia”
With : Greg Frewin / Canada, Christopher Hart / USA, Enric Magoo / Spain, Merpin / Argentina, Gustavo Lorgia / Colombia, Omar Pasha / France. “El Mundial de Magia” (The World Festival of Magic) is a Tour organised by the Colombian illusionist Gustavo Lorgia, a star in his country, through many TV shows. The theatres […]
Bogota, “Festival Mundial de Magia”
Bogota, national theater La Castellana, 1994, with : Greg Frewin from Canada, Christopher Hart from USA, Enric Magoo from Spain, Merpin from Argentina, Gustavo Lorgia from Colombia, Omar Pasha from France. “El Mundial de Magia” (The World Festival of Magic) is a Tour in Bogota, Medellin, Cali, Pereira, Jopal, organised by the Colombian illusionist Gustavo […]
Montreal, The Lido of Paris
March 1996 : Nearly no more snow in town. Springtime is approaching. Great audiences, as in Quebec. A few people from the “Cirque du Soleil” come to see the show and invite us to visit the place where all shows are built and rehearsed : a former locomotive factory. Huge place, three circus “rings”, costumes, […]
Nairobi, Variety show
International Variety show at the Nairobi’s Casino.
Bangalore, “The Extra-Terrestrials”
Tango Production et Showspace produce a Tour in 3 cities of South India presented as a “90 minutes WOW guaranteed! international variety show with 9 breath-taking international acts”. read more below Show’s poster at the Phoenix Market City – picture EO Bangalore (or Bengaluru) is known as the Indian “Silicon Valley”. There are a lot of […]
Coimbatore, “The Extra Terrestrials”
Tango Production and Showspace produce a Tour in 3 cities of South India presented as a “90 minutes WOW guaranteed! international variety show with 9 breath-taking international acts”. read more below Artists warming up on stage before the show The city is not as large as Chennai. Nevertheless there are one million inhabitants. It is […]
Chennai, “The Extra Terrestrials”
Summary : The show / Our impressions / … and pictures The show : Tango Production et Showspace produce The Extra Terrestrials, a Tour in 3 cities of South India. The audience is fascinated by the show which perfectly fits the publicity : “90 minutes of WOW guaranteed ! 9 breath-taking international acts”. read more below Omar Pasha […]
Düsseldorf, “1001 Nights in Marrakech” at the Roncalli’s Apollo Varieté Theater
A new show by Bernhardt Paul, the famous director of the German Roncallli Circus and of the Apollo Variety. With his oriental style act, Omar Pasha fits perfectly in this show. Louis Ostrowsky (the 4th generation in that magical Black Art tradition) gets ovations at each performance. read more below Omar Pasha presented on the […]