Vanessa is Genii’s associate editor as well as a writer focused on history, culture, and entertainment with bylines at The New York Times, Smithsonian magazine, The Atlantic, and other publications.
It’s back-to-school season and Neil Patrick Harris is in a 15-second spot for Walmart that uses Black Art
German magic duo Andreas and Chris Ehrlich (aka the Ehrlich Brothers) are heading to the United States this fall for their first-ever tour in the country
Richard Wiseman finds an unusual way to "shed light" on a famous magical figure from the early 1900s.
Just when is too far, too far? Well, Eric Buss shows us just what it means to carry a thing, all the way through, to the very, very end.
Magic inventor David P. Abbott's house is restored for the Omaha Magical Society—thanks to support from one of Abbott's biggest fans.
Angel says it doesn't matter that he's not that popular with magicians.
Not only does he have a new show on Netflix, but he's also back on the road on tour, too.
Bolton's comedy stage hypnotist bring the “mind magic” back to the city after a 40 year hiatus.
A new play, Open, centers on a woman call The Magician to attempt the impossible.
Ten years ago, world-class illusionist Kevin Spencer turned his focus to using magic to help those with disabilities. His work has impacted thousands, with more to come.
An intimate 150-seat Santa Monica magic theatre that offers a fantastic night out—and a special offer for Genii readers!
Hey magic fans! There's a summer pop-up magic venue happening in Florida.