PRESS

January 28, 2012

A Magical Marriage

The very name Outerbridge may summon up thoughts of links to other dimensions, magic being a part of that ethereal mosaic.
November 17, 2011

A journey through time

For the last six weeks, a square, silver, locked box has been hanging in the Sanderson Centre.
March 18, 2011

Goose Bumps are part of the illusionist’s ride

Goose bumps are a natural reaction to being utterly astonished.
March 3, 2011

The wonder years

Somewhere in North Vancouver’s Centennial Theatre lies a time capsule, locked up tight and hidden from the curious eyes of the public.
February 2, 2011

Originality is key to our illusion show

Bizarre medieval rituals, a disappearing woman and a psychic goose are just some of the mind-boggling tricks that make up the family illusion show Magical Moments in Time.
February 19, 2010

There’s “magic” in the air

Ted Outerbridge does not do magic. He is magic. He and his wife Marion performed at the Prince of Wales Auditorium in Assiniboia on February 11th to a full house.
January 16, 2010

Show promises blend of illusion and theatre

He may not be as well-known as David Copperfield or Criss Angel, but Ted Outerbridge is growing in popularity.
January 7, 2010

The Wonder of Magic
Outerbridge illusion show at Sanderson

Outerbridge has toured Canada with his own illusion show called “Outerbridge – Magical Moments in Time” for the past 12 years. He will perform at the Sanderson Centre on Jan. 16.
May 15, 2009

Marketing MAGIC – When it comes to selling, start with yourself. Ted Outerbridge is a perfect example.

The signature illusion performed by Ted Outerbridge, a soft-spoken Pointe Claire man who has become the most successful professional magician in Canada.
April 14, 2009

Magical Evening at Meaford Hall

Ted and Marion Outerbridge dazzled an enthusiastic audience at the Hall with their new show Magical Moments in Time.
February 26, 2009

Catching a magical moment – PERFORMANCE MARRIES COMEDY AND ILLUSION IN A SINGLE EVENING OF ENTERTAINMENT

It’s a rare profession, and certainly not a high school guidance counsellor’s standard suggestion for a career, but the world of magic and illusion has proven to be quite a successful path for Ted Outerbridge.
February 12, 2009

Spousal Support

Illusionists Ted and Marion Outerbridge show off their skills yesterday as a promotion for their show, Magical Moments in Time. The pair will be performing in Airdrie at the Bert Church Live Theatre tomorrow at 7:30 pm.
March 12, 2008

Master of illusions – Children get sneak peek of performer’s tricks of the trade

Ted Outerbridge plans to raise some eyebrows tonight as he levitates his wife and make her disappear. “She always reappears though,” Ted said.
March 5, 2008

Prepare to Be Amazed

Ted and Marion Outerbridge have travelled all over the world with their magic show, and tonight they are bringing it to the Keyano Theatre.
February 6, 2008

Floating in Mid-Air

Ted Outerbridge, with the Magical Moments in Time show, demonstrates his levitation trick on his wife Marion outside the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre Tuesday. They will be performing the rest of his illusions at the performance on Friday at the Cultural Centre.
February 5, 2008

A Magical World Comes to Kelowna

A master of grand illusions and sleight of hand, Ted Outerbridge and his wife Marion have been entertaining audiences across Canada for decades.
February 4, 2008

Some Out-There Entertainment

Illusionist Ted Outerbridge performed the amazing feat of levitating his wife, Marion, prior to his Sunday performance. Watch for more from the Booster Wednesday.
January 26, 2008

How Do They Do That?

MAGICAL COUPLE: Magician Ted Outerbridge levitates his wife and assistant, Marion, in the air in preparation for his two shows – Magical Moments in Time – at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts this Sunday. Magical Moments in Time is currently on a four-month tour and has played to sold-out houses in Canada and Europe.
January 25, 2008

Classic has Magic with Moments in Time

The Cobalt Classic Theatre will be welcoming a world renowned illusionist into its auditorium this coming weekend. Outerbridge - Magical Moments in Time will have two showings at the Classic Theatre to allow for more people in the area to experience this magical phenomenon.
January 24, 2008

Out of This World Entertainment

Hocus-pocus, abracadabra – this is not. Border City residents prepare for goosebumps as the world renowned magic show, Magical Moments in Time, will dazzle all in February.
March 23, 2007

Illusionists Coming to Mainstage of Confederation Centre of the Arts

The remarkable pair played to a sell-out audience during their last performance at the Centre in 2004. Performing professionally since 1983, Ted Outerbridge has delighted audiences in over 100 cities from coast to coast, and has been featured in theatres on both sides of the Atlantic.
March 23, 2007

Magic Show Features Illusionist Ted Outerbridge and his Wife, Marion

He sold out the mainstage theatre during his last visit to Charlottetown three years ago. Part of his new show involves Outerbridge climbing into his seven-foot high alarm clock and turning back time.
March 16, 2007

A Blur of Activity

Magician Ted Outerbridge dazzled sights and senses during his performance at the Living Arts Centre this week. Outerbridge and others appeared for youngsters as part of March Break activities.
March 13, 2007

What an Impression!

Montreal-born illusionist Ted Outerbridge performs a “levitation” with the assistance of his partner-wife, Marion, yesterday on King St. E. The pair bring their Magical Moments in Time tour to Mississauga Living Arts Centre today.
February 21, 2007

Experience the Magic

Magician Ted Outerbridge levitates his wife Marion in front of Grizzly Plaza last Monday during a brief appearance to promote his show, Magical Moments in Time, at the Community Centre on Feb. 24.
February 14, 2007

Magical Moment

Award winning illusionist Ted Outerbridge levitates his wife Marion outside the Rotary Centre for the arts, where Outerbridge will perform his show Magical Moments in Time on Friday at 8 p.m.
October 7, 2006

No Illusions

Illusionist Ted Outerbridge shoots Zelda the Mind-Reading Chicken out of a mini-cannon while performing his Magical Moments in Time show for children yesterday at the River Run Centre.
March 24, 2006

No Strings Attached

Ted Outerbridge levitates his wife Marion Outerbridge in preparation for tonight’s show Magical Moments in Time at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre.
March 22, 2006

Need a Lift? Levitate

Magician Ted Outerbridge and his wife Marion made time to pull off a magic stunt in front of the Capitol Theatre Tuesday, in preparation for their show at the theatre tonight. The couple, who have performed all over North America, take the stage at 8.
April 24, 2004

A Magical and Uplifting Experience

Ted Outerbridge levitates his wife and assistant, Marion yesterday in front of the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium. Their show, Magical Moments in Time, consists of dance, comedy and mind-bending illusions.
April 20, 2004

No Strings Attached

Illusionist Ted Outerbridge and his partner Marion offer a sneak peek at what to expect at the Rawlinson Centre tonight. The curtain opens on Magical Moments in Time at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at the Rawlinson Centre box office until show time.
March 16, 2004

Getting a Rise Out of Illusionist

Illusionist Ted Outerbridge levitates his partner, Marion Outerbridge, in preparation for the show Magical Moments in Time which will be performed on the Confederation Centre’s Mainstage tonight at 7:30 p.m. The award-winning illusionists combine comedy and illusions in their performances.
December 26, 2003

There’s Magic in the Air – Showmanship is Everything, say Ted Outerbridge

This is, after all, the magician who was once hired as a consultant for Montreal’s Cirque du Soleil. He also was pegged to create the magic sequences in the 1988 Tri-Star film Switching Channels with Kathleen Turner and Christopher Reeve. Obviously, there is more than a little show business running through Outerbridge’s veins.
April 23, 2003

Illusionist Ted Outerbridge will Travel through Time at Heritage

We may have already turned back the clocks once this spring, but magician Ted Outerbridge will do it one better when he uses his to travel back through time this Saturday at the Heritage Theatre.
July 27, 2001

Illusive Artistry – Montreal Magician Ted Outerbridge Returns to his Roots for Show at Centaur

“I am an actor playing the part of a magician. I use illusions. I can do tricks with just about anything,” Outerbridge said Wednesday during a break in rehearsals. The show, he said, is inspired by one of the rare books in his library, an original edition of Discoverie of Witchcraft, written in 1584 by Reginald Scott, which revealed for the first time how illusions are performed.
January 10, 2001

Illusionen, Breakdance und dressierte Affen - Ein vielseitiges Programm im Hansa-Theater

Zum jahresbeginn wartet das Hansa-Theater mit einem besonders vielseitigen und dynamischen Programm auf. Spitzenartisten aus Tschechien, Ungarn, Rumänien, Kanada und weiteren Ländern zeigen im Januar am Steindamm 17 ihr Können.

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WHAT THE PRESS SAYS

“The most successful professional magician in Canada”
The Gazette, Montreal
“A champion magician!”
Bergedorfer Zeitung, Hamburg, Germany
“Delightful family entertainment”
The Royal Gazette, Bermuda
“Prepare to be amazed!”
Fort McMurray Today
“Out of this world entertainment”
The Lloydminster Source
“Visually spectacular”
The Barrie Advance
“The master of illusion!”
Take 1, CFCF 12 TV, Montreal
“Un maître de l'illusion!”
Le Téléjournal, Saskatchewan Radio Canada
“Outerbridge is out of this world!”
Mid-Ocean News, Bermuda
“It is obvious that many years of experience are behind his illusions.”
Le Devoir, Montréal
“Mind-bending illusions!”
The Daily Gleaner, Fredericton
“The audience was completely captivated.”
The Sudbury Examiner
“Not to be missed!”
New Brunswick Telegraph Journal
“An outstanding professional magician.”
The Hudson Record
“Awesome job! We enjoyed the show immensely!”
Bob Johnstone, 97.3 The Eagle, Courtenay, BC
“Truly amazing, magnificent.”
Al Dubois, CFCF 12 TV, Montreal

WHAT THE PRESENTERS SAY

“Ted & Marion are artists truly committed to supporting every gig. They arrive days early to provide marketing support at no extra charge and are known for being the hardest-working touring artists in the country. They understand that building solid relationships is as important as delivering consistently high-quality performances. Thank you Ted & Marion. You have won the 2011 Ontario Contact Award of Excellence.”
Cheryl Ewing, Ontario Contact
“… you've won the BCTC 2010 Touring Artist of the Year award. You and Marion are the hardest-working touring artists I know. You have understood the secret and strategy for successful touring is about building solid relationships and delivering a consistent high-quality product that is both artistic and entertaining.”
Joanna Maratta, Executive Director, British Columbia Touring Council
“I recently had the opportunity to attend Outerbridge – A Time Capsule Tour at the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts in Brantford, Ontario. The show was very well done. It struck a successful balance of large illusions and small, intimate tricks. The show was very engaging and kept you on the edge of your seat the whole time. Ted did a great job of adding humour and audience interaction to the performance; they really connected with the crowd. I would strongly recommend this show to colleagues, friends and family. Thanks again Ted and Marion, job well done!”
Kevin Bunting, Associate Entertainment Manager, Ontario Lottery & Gaming
“I still hold that your event was the best!”
John Waddell, Technical Director, Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts
“I am pleased to give the highest recommendation to Mr. Ted Outerbridge. He has performed here twice and his third visit is scheduled. I am particularly impressed with how he combines magic and theatrical elements, making the show entertaining for young and old. He is a true professional and I would highly recommend him.”
Rob Mackay, River Run Centre, Guelph, ON
“FABULOUS magic show! You'll shake your head in amazement!”
Shelly Vida, Program Coordinator, Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
“This duo's comedic flair and welcoming of audience participation adds an element not often seen in other similar productions. The illusions are dramatic and awe-inspiring, unlocking your imagination and leaving you in a state of wonder.”
Steve Solski, City of Brampton, ON
“What a fantastic show last night! As I sat in the theatre, I heard many people say how much they loved this show and what fun they had. Everyone was amazed. I loved the music, the sets, the costume changes ….it was all so fantastic.”
Ilona Rapin, Sid Williams Theatre, Courtenay, BC
“Had a woman call today to say that she thought your show was one the best family shows she'd ever seen here (and she's been coming for a very long time) and that you were better than David Copperfield, whom she'd seen twice.”
Margo Gram, Cultural Services Coordinator, Centennial Theatre, North Vancouver, BC
“They are a fantastic team that I could see again and again.”
Jeffrey Latimer, Taurpro Entertainment
“Thanks again for a wonderful performance for our family audiences; they loved it.”
Eric Lariviere, Manager, Markham Theatre, ON
“Refreshingly original illusions.”
John Lawrence, Princess Cruises
“Thanks again for a fantastic show on Saturday – I've had amazing audience feedback!”
Colleen Clack, Manager, River Run Centre, Guelph, ON
“Your show was really great. Awesome. We could have sold so many more tickets. Next time let's do two shows.”
Tracie Ward, Executive Director, Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna, BC
“AWESOME!!!! AMAZING stuff for the PAC Stage! I see EVERY show on this stage – and THIS is something special!!!!”
Don Fox, Technical Director / Facilities Manager, Performing Arts Center of Wenatchee, WA
“Thank you Ted, you and your crew were a pleasure to work with and a delight to watch. I'd like to pass on that one of the audience members made a point of coming to my office to share just how much he and his family enjoyed your show. In a particularly special moment after one illusion, his young daughter beamed up at him, clapped her hand and said, Daddy this is FUN! It was fun for all of us.”
Bettyanne Hampton, Manager, North Peace Cultural Centre, BC
“You're a HARD act to follow!”
Lindy Sisson, Executive Director, Maple Ridge Arts Centre & Theatre, BC
“The audience loved the show, and was thrilled and amazed by the large illusions as well as the closeup magic.”
Michael Cade, Executive Director, Chilliwack Cultural Centre, BC
“You were all so amazing. Thank you for coming to Wenatchee!”
Jessica Kinsey, Executive Director, Performing Arts Centre of Wenatchee, WA
“Thank you Ted and Marion. What a highlight having The Time Capsule Tour!”
Ray Marshall, General Manager, Showplace Peterborough, ON

WHAT THE FANS SAY

“Wow, we weren't disappointed! We would definitely put your show well above David Copperfield. We enjoyed the variety of illusions you did and the fact that you got so many different people from the audience to participate.”
John and Julie De Silveira, Kitimat, B.C.
“Thank you for the great show. My son and I were delighted and I was impressed with the high production value… remarkable entertainment!”
Hamish Purdy, North Vancouver, BC
“I am so happy that I brought 9 grandchildren and great grandchildren to experience your program. The theme of Magical Moments in Time was a marvellous and truly creative way to tie the whole performance together. I loved the going back one hundred years! The show is so classy, music and sound effects so well chosen, and Marion's wonderful fluid movements, as obviously a dancer would be, were so beautiful and added so much. And I think, as a 72 year old great grandmother, that she has the most beautiful legs I have ever seen!”
Donna Logan, Van Vliet, BC
“I want to be a magician in my next life!”
80 year old fan, Peterborough, ON
“Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed your show in Kelowna last Sunday… it was our second time and we are still amazed at what you can do!”
Richard & Carla, Kelowna, BC
“Thank you so much, you and your team are amazing people and we very much enjoyed both the entertainment and friendship you shared.”
Jason & Shannon Williams, AXEON Technologies, Inc., Wenatchee, WA
“You guys did a great job and I loved the show... we all did. What a great night out!!”
Brian Cloutier, Maple Ridge, BC