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Illusion & Magic Tristan Crist finds a home in Lake Geneva by Jason Arndt STAFF WRITER
ristan Crist Magic Theatre has drawn rave reviews from TripAdvisor as Lake Geneva’s top attraction and show. Numerous people on TripAdvisor describe the show as fun and entertaining, with one person stating they were “blown away” by the illusions and tricks Crist performed. Crist, a magician and illusionist, also earned “Master Illusionist of the Year” in 2021 by the International Magicians Society. Last summer, International Magicians Society founder Tony Hassini, who presents the award annually, said Crist brings a personable demeanor to people attending his shows. “Tristan Crist’s charming personality wins the audience from the moment he steps on the stage,” Hassini said in a news release. Crist, in the same release, said the prestigious award was an honor and he felt humbled by the recognition from his peers. “It has been my lifelong dream to own and perform in my own theater and I have been blessed to be able to successfully accomplish that here in Lake Geneva,” Crist said. “As an illusionist, I present large-scale magic effects that are normally seen on the large stages of Las Vegas.” As for the theater, the modern 175-seat venue presents large illusion shows for tourists and locals year-round, even during the frigid winter months. Crist, who grew up in the Milwaukee area, said the theater promises to deliver an
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top: Magician and illusionist Tristan Crist, of Tristan Crist Magic Theatre in Lake Geneva, performs a variety of tricks in his shows, such as making a Harley Davidson motorcycle disappear. above: Crist creates illusions such as making showgirls appear out of thin air. SUBMITTED PHOTOS Spirit of Geneva Lakes
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