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Email: hello@YanMarkson.com – Phone: +1.647.285.4555

Yan Markson is one of Canada's top professional mentalists and magicians with live and virtual shows. Yan's performances are always energetic, interactive, and inspiring.

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Check out my short set on National TV next Thursda

Check out my short set on National TV next Thursday! 📺 I will make a short appearance as part of @treventsplanner 's segment on 'The Social' on CTV! Special thank you to Trevor, a creative and talented event planner who gave me the opportunity to showcase a small part of my virtual mentalism show. Much respect! 🙏.
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Over 35 shows this month! Performed for over 1,500

Over 35 shows this month! Performed for over 1,500 people yesterday alone. People from around the world. US, Canada, UK Romania, Japan. All in 1 day. 🤯 Crazy to think about how this year started off and where we are now. It's been an unforgettable journey and a wild experience. A huge thank you to @haileyobright and @theideahunter team. We've worked on some seriously impressive names in the corporate world this season. Thank you to new partners like @imaginethatevents for awesome opportunities as well. Thank you to @haim_goldenberg for the inspiration and genius ideas that I've added to my show. The month isn't over yet and last minute requests are still coming in. Curious to see what 2021 brings. Just feeling grateful 🙏 for the experience. Wish everyone happy holidays ❤.
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An old school thank you for a modern virtual show!

An old school thank you for a modern virtual show! "Even better than we imagined" is what I strive for every time. 💪It is totally possible to build an amazing atmosphere with virtual events. No they are not all the same, yes it is possible to create a fun and memorable experience even for those who are working on zoom or teams all day. What it takes is some out of the box thinking, creativity, a positive attitude and willingness to try new things. For those hiding their head in the sand and saying "we don't do virtual shows". You are letting your fear drive you. And you are missing out.
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Check out my performance at The Virtual Event Tic

Check out my performance at The Virtual Event Ticket Summit by @eg_event_productions on Nov 27th. 😎 This summit is a step by step guide to throwing an epic virtual event for staff and clients. Join us over the next 5 days as we show you that it is possible to come together in a time of social distancing. 🎥🖥 If you are an event planner or in a company looking to make virtual events a lot of fun, don't miss this conference.
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Nothing beats repetition. With every show I unders

Nothing beats repetition. With every show I understand this medium better, I realize what I suck at, discover what I'm good at. New ideas are developed, new humor and jokes are created. 😏 Dare I say, I'm even staring to enjoy these a lot more... Virtual shows are a new medium, a new way to experience a moment with people in the world. Share a mind blowing memory. To truly understand how to build a good virtual show I had to get away from what I was used to in a live performance. With each repetition I'm getting better reactions, better feedback, and enjoying these myself a lot more. Curious what the show is like? Why not find out for yourself? 🖥🎥🎉.
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We've lost one of the most influential magicians &

We've lost one of the most influential magicians & mentalists of our time. In fact, a Torontonian although, known around the world.

Not only was he a great magician and mentalist, but he also challenged a lot of scam artists and frauds that claimed supernatural powers. He put up $1,000,000 US to anyone that can perform their "special powers" in front of him. Many around the world have tried... and all failed. (of course)

There is a very good documentary about this and about this man on Netflix. I highly recommend that you watch it. RIP James Randi

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Live show at a beautiful wedding last night at the

Live show at a beautiful wedding last night at the Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery. Having done a virtual show earlier the same day I really felt the difference. While I can entertain both audiences with a good show, the energy I get back at a live event is unmatched. Good to remind myself of the magic of live events, and why I got into performing arts to begin with. 😊 Congratulations to Rachel & Angela and thank you for the opportunity to share my mentalism show with your family and friends. 🥂.
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Virtual Show Teaser Coming Soon! 🎬 These faces

Virtual Show Teaser Coming Soon! 🎬 These faces don't lie. Nothing beats the energy of a live event, but these virtual shows are fun to do in the meantime. Grateful for the opportunities I've received so far. Focused on solutions and not the problems! Waiting on the final edit of my new virtual show teaser video, coming soon! If you are looking for a fun virtual experience. Small groups or huge groups, let me know. Msg me or email hello@yanmarkson.com for more information. 🤗.
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Last night I received a super awesome review from

Last night I received a super awesome review from a young couple who's wedding I performed for a few weeks ago. ❤️ It's been such crazy and difficult times when it comes to live events, I am just happy to have the opportunities that I've been given, and so glad that I can add some magic to other's special days during these strange times. 🙏 Check out all of my reviews here: http://bit.ly/YMReviews.
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Spoke to kids at a very special place today! ❤ M

Spoke to kids at a very special place today! ❤ My friend Simon is running one of the most unique and amazing schools on the planet. 🌎 @evergreenleadershipacademy creates individualized and tremendously valuable learning experiences for kids. This place nurtures future leaders by building them up mentally and physically and bringing out what they born to bring into the world. It was an honour as always to speak the kids as they start a new year about how the mind can trick them and how to overcome doubts, fears, and anxiety. This is something that I'm super passionate about and working to develop further in the next several months. Stay tuned. And in the meantime please check out his school if you've got any kids. 💡.
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Virtual Show for 300+ UofT students for frosh week

Virtual Show for 300+ UofT students for frosh week in just a couple of hours. I think I'm starting to get the hang of this thing. 😎.
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Pleasure to perform at a beautiful outdoor wedding

Pleasure to perform at a beautiful outdoor wedding at @chateau.le.parc and work with @partycrewenter @gloriousevents.ca and @djperryb. Man I miss live events!! 😎🥂.
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1st 'post-apocalyptic' live show starts in 10 minu

1st 'post-apocalyptic' live show starts in 10 minutes. Hoping I still remember how this works in real life. 😅.
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Thanks for inviting me to your show @terrorsuspect

Thanks for inviting me to your show @terrorsuspect. Last night was a fun show with some diverse and talented people. Pleasure to share the stage with you, @daverburke, @bobbyknauffandcats, @azaliaburlesque.
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Check out his next show on March 27th at @yukyukscomedy! "Monkey Business." And also @yourhoodsajoke.
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Honoured and excited to be part to be a part of a

Honoured and excited to be part to be a part of a unique show with some of the best magicians in the country. *pinch* ... is this real life? ... #AprilFools Special Show put on by The @torontomagiccompany
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Beautiful #Edmonton! Part of what I get to do is t

Beautiful #Edmonton! Part of what I get to do is travel for my gigs and when I can do it with friends like @artem.most it makes it even more fun. This trip to Alberta was really interesting. I love that west coast energy. Alberta and BC have such great people, fresh air, beautiful scenery and down to earth people. Working events there is very different than the concrete jungles of Toronto. Travelling around this country really makes me appreciate Canada and all Canadians. If you've never been to western Canada, I highly suggest you explore your own country. Maybe consider a trip there instead of another Caribbean vacation next time. I don't think you'll regret it. ❤🇨🇦.
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