Biography
Ron Porter is a uniquely qualified, magical entertainer. Since his first performance at the age of eight, he has entertained audiences across the U.S., Europe, the Caribbean and French Polynesia. His list of satisfied clients reads like the Fortune 500 including I.B.M., Xerox, T.R.W., Mercedes Benz, Black and Decker, Disney, Allergan, Ingram Micro, Proctor & Gamble, Unocal and many others. He has successfully utilized his charming style of magic and personal involvement to keep his audiences enthralled.
Ron Porter's interactive close-up magic has astounded magicians, celebrities and laymen alike. With the focus on his specialty, close-up magic, Porter has performed in a wide variety of settings. He has been featured in the exclusive close-up gallery at the World Famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, appeared at the Empire Polo Club as a special guest of International Dignitaries and Royalty from India and Malaysia, and has entertained exclusive guests at private clubs and parties for over three decades. He has been a featured entertainer for numerous corporate galas, grand openings, hospitality suites and trade shows.
Corporations have benefited from Porter’s expertise in psychology, magic and entertainment production when developing fun-filled teambuilding events for their employees. Whether presented on-site or customized for a tropical retreat at a world-class resort, Porter’s creativity has kept employees involved and entertained throughout the program.
Ron Porter has an expert knowledge of the entertainment field derived from his many years of performing and coordinating talent. Additionally, he holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, which provides him with unique insight into his audiences. He is a Founding Director of David Copperfield's Project Magic, an international program that utilizes magic in a variety of rehabilitation and therapeutic environments. Porter was involved in the production of two international conferences on the uses of magic in therapy, and his continuing education workshops on the therapeutic uses of magic have received rave reviews from psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, teachers and other health professionals.
Ron Porter was the Director of Entertainment at the exclusive Magic Island in Newport Beach and is frequently called upon by entertainment companies, festivals and corporations as a consultant to their entertainment productions. With Porter on board, every production is assured to be a Magical Event.
Affiliations and Honors
Ron Porter's interactive close-up magic has astounded magicians, celebrities and laymen alike. With the focus on his specialty, close-up magic, Porter has performed in a wide variety of settings. He has been featured in the exclusive close-up gallery at the World Famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, appeared at the Empire Polo Club as a special guest of International Dignitaries and Royalty from India and Malaysia, and has entertained exclusive guests at private clubs and parties for over three decades. He has been a featured entertainer for numerous corporate galas, grand openings, hospitality suites and trade shows.
Corporations have benefited from Porter’s expertise in psychology, magic and entertainment production when developing fun-filled teambuilding events for their employees. Whether presented on-site or customized for a tropical retreat at a world-class resort, Porter’s creativity has kept employees involved and entertained throughout the program.
Ron Porter has an expert knowledge of the entertainment field derived from his many years of performing and coordinating talent. Additionally, he holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, which provides him with unique insight into his audiences. He is a Founding Director of David Copperfield's Project Magic, an international program that utilizes magic in a variety of rehabilitation and therapeutic environments. Porter was involved in the production of two international conferences on the uses of magic in therapy, and his continuing education workshops on the therapeutic uses of magic have received rave reviews from psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, teachers and other health professionals.
Ron Porter was the Director of Entertainment at the exclusive Magic Island in Newport Beach and is frequently called upon by entertainment companies, festivals and corporations as a consultant to their entertainment productions. With Porter on board, every production is assured to be a Magical Event.
Affiliations and Honors
Member for over 40 years.
Featured Performer in the Close-Up Gallery, the most intimate performance venue at the World Famous Magic Castle.
Featured Performer in the Close-Up Gallery, the most intimate performance venue at the World Famous Magic Castle.
Member of the Order of Merlin, an honor reserved for members of over 25years.
Granted the Alliance of Harry Houdini Award, for sustained service and membership of over 35 years.