“We are always on the move …… I mean, we travel a lot. Check out our tour dates to see if we're coming to your town.”
Office: 630.579.9409
Online: steve@chezaday.com
We're Ready to Go! Over the years we have developed a series of programs to perform almost anywhere. With our flexible set-up and pricing options, we have the knowledge and experience to make your event a success. You'll be surprised how affordable a touch of magic can be.
Strolling Magic
Up close and personal, strolling magic often occurs right in your own hands. This type of entertainment works well in restaurants and events where the performer can roam between guests and tables. Balloon twisting can be incorporated into the presentation when children are among the group. We can add these services to any of our show packages at an hourly rate.
Family Events
This fun, family-friendly program is perfect for all ages and features plenty of audience participation. Ideal for birthdays, block parties and holiday events, we can accommodate your group no matter how large or small. To add something really special, we can even make the guest of honor float on thin-air!
Schools, Libraries and Organizations
Our stage show is perfect for summer reading programs, school fund raisers and scouting events. From smaller effects to stage illusions, we carefully select magic that is most suitable for your group. We can provide everything needed, including sound and backdrops to offer you the best presentation possible.
But Wait .. There's More! We are a fully insured traveling show that can provide sound, backdrops and lighting equipment if required. New Magic and Illusions are continually being developed and added to our touring show.
Experience for yourself the best-kept secret in family entertainment ... Chezaday! Call now before the secret gets out!
Six illusions had their own pages, each linking to photo albums in the Web Gallery. Descriptions verbatim:
First performed by Doug Henning, this illusion involves a girl, three swords and a 12 inch box. Watch as the mystery unfolds!
This is Quissy's trick.. where she gets divided into four separate pieces and re-arranged. She's a little mixed-up when we're done.
This is Angel's trick... a comical illusion that will leave your head spinning! She's still a little dizzy!
No magic show is complete without cutting a girl in half.. and here is the latest version!
Look No Further for the Best-Kept Secret in Family Entertainment.
For over two decades Steve Chezaday has thrilled spectators of all ages with a show that challenges the imagination. With his energetic style, Chezaday strives to create new and innovative illusions to captivate his audience. Through sold-out performances across the country and numerous television appearances, Chezaday has truly become a rising star in the world of magic. From Strolling Magic to Grand Illusion, each performance features audience participation and is designed to meet your entertainment needs.
Industrials & Trade Shows
Motorola, Harris Bank, Illinois Bell, FirstBank of Chicago, AMC Theaters, IFRA, Ryerson Steel, AT&T, BMT & Assoc, Ameritech, IBM, Kodak, Blockbuster Entertainment, Amoco, and LaSalle Bank of Chicago
Television Appearances
The Bozo Show, Wild Chicago, Jerry Springer, Kidding Around, National Geographic Explorer, WCW Halloween Havoc and UPN50's Up 'n' Running
Theaters & Colleges
Paramount Arts Center, Norris Cultural Center, North Central College, Triton College, College of Du Page, Universtiy of Akrin, Rialto Square Theatre, North Park College, Drury Lane
National Magic Conventions
Abbott's Magic Get-Together, S.A.M. National Convention, Magic Masters, Houdini Club of Wisconsin, Glass City Conjurors Conclave, Columbus Magi-Fest, St. Louis Spring Parade of Magic, Central Illinois Magic Get-Together
Fairs & Festivals
Kane Co. Fair, Du Page Co. Fair, Naperville Last Fling, Geneva Swedish Days, Naperville Ribfest, Valparaiso Popcorn Festival, Great Lakes Navel Base, International Stars of Magic, Craft Fair USA, Lisle Eyes to the Skys
Special Appearances
Rick Springfield, Danny Bonaduce, Smashing Pumpkins, Great White, Ken Mate, Jonathan Brandmeier, Marshall Brodien, The Smother Brothers, Esqueda Brothers Circus, WCW wrestling
Park Districts & Libraries
Schaumburg, Woodridge, Naperville, Lisle, Dundee, Lombard, Warrenville, Downers Grove, Deerfield, Lake Forest, Romeoville, Northbrook, Aurora, Hodgeskins, Villa Park, Orland Park, Geneva, Chicago Ridge, Summit, Plainfield, Harwood Heights, Des Plaines, Wheaton, Addison, Elmwood Park, Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, Chicago, Glenco, St. Charles, Forest Park, Boilingbrook, Bloomingdale, Glen Ellyn
But wait, there's more... Steve Chezaday is an active member in the Society of American Magicians, the International Brotherhood of Magicians and the Houdini Club of Wisconsin.
(Spellings preserved from the original page — including “Universtiy of Akrin” and the “Great Lakes Navel Base”.)
“I don't like to brag ..well ok, sure I do ... but here are some letters from satisfied customers over the years. We are always striving to do our best and love to get mail. Here is some of it...”
Dear Steve,
Were we pleased with your performance? Only enough to say that it was the highlight of our “Volunteers Have the Magic Touch” volunteer appreciation banquet! The comments we have heard from our volunteers who attended included “What a wonderful magic show!” and “We all enjoyed the magic show and audience participation”.
When I started planning this event, I had hoped to be able to mix people who do not know each other and provide a fun and entertaining evening for them. Your magic show did the trick (pun intended), and you were skilled at getting people of various ages to come forward and volunteer.
Than you for helping us to thank our Downers Grove Park District volunteers who give so much time to our Natural Areas and Museum. It truly was a “magical evening”.Sincerely,
Sally Kenaston, Volunteer Coordinator
Dear Steve,
Thank you for coming to our rescue. We really appreciate you filling in for the Magistics. Your presentation was great, the illusions were amazing and all who attended enjoyed a wonderful day of magic.
Thanks, again, for a delightful program,Sincerely,
Eileen Glazik, Youth Services Programmer
Dear Steve,
On Sunday, the Downers Grove Police Community Oriented Policing team held its third annual Christmas party. Over 100 children and parents from the Arbor Park and Autumn Grove apartment complexes were in attendance.
The Christmas program was a huge success as all the children had a wonderful time. They really appreciated their visit with Santa and the gifts that they received. On behalf of the Downers Grove Police Department Community Oriented Policing team, I would like to thank you for providing the wonderful magic show. It was a real hit with the children in our program.
Your kindness and generosity is greatly appreciated and we look forward to working with you again next year.Sincerely,
Sergeant William Porter
Dear Steve,
On behalf of Discovery Center Museum I wish to thank you for your fine performance on Friday, July 14. Your talent and rapport with your audience makes each appearance special and memorable.
Than you again. We're looking forward to a future performance.Sincerely,
Mary Thiesing, Marketing Manager
The Morton Arboretum
Dear Steve,
I want to thank you for being part of the Arboretum's inaugural Trick or Trees event. The event was very successful and I heard nothing but good reviews about your performances that evening. I believe you are the first magician to perform at the Arboretum and I hope the opportunity was worth your while.
Thank you again for being a part of Trick or Trees this year.Sincerely,
Richard Hootman, Assistant to the Director
Woodridge Park District
Dear Steve,
Thank you for a wonderful magic show on Tuesday, June 25th for the Woodridge Park District's Adventure Camp and Camp Good Earth summer programs. The campers were amazed and very excited by the magic show. Steve and Heather are true entertainers.
Thank you again for providing a super magic show!Sincerely,
Julie A. Rhodes, Recreation/Facility Supervisor
Dear Steve,
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to extend our thanks to you for helping to make our 86th Annual Meeting on October 28, a big success. Your performance was enjoyed by everyone, and helped top off the evening.
We hope you enjoyed performing for our group as much as we appreciated the show.Sincerely,
Michael H. Ashby, CAE, FBCM, General Manager
Dear Steve,
I would like to officially thank you for bringing your magic to the Kohl Children's Museum's 10th Birthday Celebration. The parents and children, as well as our staff, were amazed by your performance.
We greatly appreciate you taking the time out of your busy schedule to perform at the Museum. I hope you enjoyed yourself as much as we enjoyed having you.
We wish you continued success and look forward to working with you again soon. Many thanks!Sincerely,
Kohl Children's Museum
The crew page. Chezaday, the Chezababes and the road crew — including a familiar face: Greg from Presto Productions, who built every era of this site.
“Hey, what's up.... that's me to the right... check out those guns! This page really needs work .. I'll see if I can mess with it a bit. We've had many requests for more pics of the Chezababes .. so I'll see what I can do.”
The tour-dates page was updated one last time for the summer of 2012 — the final update anywhere on the frames site before the relaunch. It still reads:
“Summer Tour Begins .. It's that time of year again ... fairs, festivals and fun! We'll be out there too enjoying the summer on and off stage.”
- 07.31.2012 — Denny's 5:30–7:30pm — Joliet, IL
- 08.01–08.04.2012 — Abbott's Magic Get-Together — Colon, MI
- 08.08.2012 — Buffalo Wild Wings 5–8pm — Naperville, IL
- 08.19–08.21.2012 — Wisconsin Dells, WI
- 09.05.2012 — Buffalo Wild Wings 5–8pm — Naperville, IL
- 09.07.2012 — KISS / Mötley Crüe
