Lyn Dillies

Master illusionist Lyn Dillies has mesmerized audiences of all ages throughout the United States and Canada for over two decades. Hailed as the finest female magician in the land, Lyn’s engaging personality, along with the hypnotic lighting effects and dynamic music of her show, wrap the audience in a blanket of spectacular, eye-defying illusions that keep them saying, “How did she do that?”

Chronicled frequently by television appearances, Lyn has shared the stage with such notable entertainers as Marvin Hamlisch, Crystal Gayle and Mikhail Baryshnikov. Using an original concept that took years of planning, Lyn performs her “Magic at the Symphony” program live with symphonies all around the country including several performances at Lincoln Center. This program combines the majesty of classical music with Lyn’s breathtaking illusions encouraging children to discover the magic of classical music while experiencing the harmony of her illusions.

One of the proudest moments of Lyn’s career was when she became the first illusionist in magic history to make two live Asian elephants, Ruth and Emily, appear in succession. The event was held outdoors in front of a live audience for the grand opening of the Buttonwood Park Zoo in her hometown of New Bedford, Massachusetts. It took eight months to prepare for this incredible spectacle and required more than 5,000 square feet of fabric, 300 feet of truss, two cases of red seedless grapes (the pachyderms’ favorite treat) and a little sleight of trunk. The Society of American Magicians deemed this illusion such an unprecedented event that documentation is included in the organization’s national archives. A return engagement with the elephants marked another magic milestone when Lyn predicted a week in advance what Ruth and Emily would paint on a large canvas.

Lyn continues to amaze audiences with incredible illusions such as “Metamorphosis”, “The Window”, “Human Diffusion” and “The Twister”, just to name a few. But illusions is only half of The Magic of Lyn, the lady herself is the other half. From the moment she first appears on stage, Lyn puts the audience on the edge of their seats and in the palm of her hand. This slender blonde banters and dazzles her way into the hearts of all who witness her Houdiniesque feats. It is no wonder why Lyn Dillies is on of America’s top illusionists.

TESTIMONIALS:

“On behalf of the Greater Boston Bankers Association Entertainment Committee, Board of Directors and the members that attended our Annual Meeting, please accept my thanks and congratulations for a splendid performance that evening. The show was thoroughly entertaining, full of energy and left many of our members asking, “How did she do that?”

William M. Fonte
Chairperson
Entertainment Committee
Greater Boston Bankers Association

“The immediate crowd response, the many letters and phone calls we received following your magnificent performance is certainly a tribute to the artistry of “The Magic of Lyn”. We look forward to your return engagement on Boston City Hall Plaza. Please advise us of your availability.”

Dianne Kerrissey
Program Director
Boston Parks and Recreation Department

“I wanted to follow up your terrific show last week with a big thank you on behalf of the Boston Jewelers Club. I have been lucky to catch several top magic acts over the years, and yours was the best I have ever seen. Your mix of humor, great sound and spectacular illusions is fabulous.”

Colby Lunt
President
Boston Jewelers Club

“Your show captivated the audience and topped a great evening. The attendance at this program was approximately three times what I would normally expect for this type of a program, and I believe it is thanks, in part, to having you as part of the event.”

Stanley F. Weiner
Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories

“If you are looking to impress your entire company by planning a fun corporate event that sweeps your guests off their feet, hire The Magic of Lyn. Having been in corporate event planning for nearly a decade, I have planned everything from employee breakfasts to award luncheons to black-tie dinners. By far, the most impressive event I have ever orchestrated featured The Magic of Lyn. Do yourself a favor and hire The Magic of Lyn for your next event. They will work with you in incorporating their act into your event in a fun and entertaining way, and I promise you, you will come out looking like a hero.”

Jacklyn Donahue
Vice President of Marketing
Prudential Connecticut Realty

“I want to thank you for the outstanding show you provided for us last night. As you know, your audience consisted of Motorola’s top engineers in this area. These people are trained to by analytical and also skeptical. Their universal reaction was one of amazement and astonishment. We have this awards banquet once a year and have had good entertainers in the past but your show was definitely the best ever.”

Michael G. Taylor
Vice President and Director
Strategic Engineering
Motorola ISG

“I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly thank you for making our All Star Events so special. The Magic of Lyn is just what we needed to entertain our Senior Management, All Star Winners and guests. Your illusions and magic tricks were superb and we are all still wondering exactly how you did it. I am happy we had a chance to work together and I look forward to more of the Magic of Lyn in the future.”

Thomas D. Mulligan
Vice President
Customer Service Quality
The Chase Manhattan Bank

“We could not have found a more appropriate performance to salute the township committeemen. People are already calling to inquire when you will be back. We are hopeful it will be in the very near future. We look forward to a continued association with an exceptional entertainer. Thank you for your wonderful show.”

Janet B. Scher
President
Ocean County Center for the Arts

“Thank you again for your wonderful work at this year’s Magic at the Wells to benefit Virginia Stage Company. Your crew and yourself were incredibly organized and well prepared when you arrived in Norfolk. Your calm and “we can do this” attitude when you saw the limitations that the scenery for our production of Othello created was the epitome of professionalism. Your performance was absolutely spectacular. The show was full of surprises and wildly entertaining! Your connection with our audience made each member feel like the illusions were for them alone. Thank you, again!”

Steven Martin
Managing Director
Virginia Stage Company

“What a terrific show you gave for us. Your illusions were astounding - our audience was just knocked out! Everyone from the kids to the grandparents raved about it for weeks afterward. I hope we have an opportunity to bring you back here before too long.”

David Munnell
Executive Director
The 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Inc.