Mario the Maker Magician brought his special brand of magic and robots to 270 Lake Avenue, as the world-famous performer weaved robots and magic into some important life lessons for dozens of delighted Pre Schoolers in the audience.
Mario, who has been featured on Sesame Street and more recently on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, had the full attention from the boys as he “grabbed magic out of the air” in a show that lasted almost an hour.
“I am going to show you magic is not just about your eyes, but it’s about your mind and being curious and doing magic,” he said.
Mario asked the boys to thank their teachers and offered a special tribute to his own 11th grade teacher, who introduced him to two famous artists and a scientist whose stories transformed his life. One of these artists made paintings out of ordinary cans of tomato soup, he said, while the other artist “changed the world” by making something completely new out of broken toys.
The stories taught lessons that have guided Mario’s life and his magical 17-year career as a performer.
“Do what you love!” Mario told the boys. “Use what you have! Never give up!
“You are going to grow up really fast!” he said. “Remember your teachers!”