Meet Eric Yuhasz: 10 Facts About This Empowering Magician
Eric Yuhasz is a magician and public school teacher who uses magic to inspire and influence others. He performs magic shows across Tampa and surrounding cities. Get to know more about Eric with these 10 fascinating facts.
1. Discovered Magic at Age 11
Eric first fell in love with magic at age 11 after seeing a man make a red handkerchief disappear and reappear inside a jacket. This close-up magic hooked Eric and sparked his passion.
2. Performed First Trick to Entire 5th Grade Class
Though nervous, Eric wowed his entire 5th grade class by magically making three ropes of unequal lengths transform into equal lengths. The positive response fueled his dedication to magic.
3. Reconnected Decades Later with First Magician He Saw
In an incredible coincidence, Eric later reconnected with Michael Ammar, realizing Ammar was the very first magician he ever saw perform live in 1st grade. Ammar then taught Eric his famous bill in lemon trick.
4. Award-Winning Public School Teacher
When not performing magic, Eric works as an award-winning public school teacher focusing on robotics and engineering. He even wrote a book called "Empowering Students For The Future."
5. Incorporates Inspiring Message into Magic Shows
Eric often incorporates motivational messages into his magic shows, aiming to inspire confidence and success in his student audiences. This harmoniously combines his two passions.
6. Member of Kostya Kimlat's See Magic Live Team
As part of this exclusive team, Eric performs virtual magic shows and enjoys collaborating with supportive teammates to constantly improve.
7. Had to Adapt Magic for Virtual Shows During COVID
COVID was challenging for magicians, but Eric successfully pivoted to virtual magic shows - gaining more experience and reaching wider audiences.
8. Passionate About Creating Lasting Impressions
Unlike magicians who focus on fancy techniques, Eric crafts emotional, engaging experiences that leave a powerful memory with each audience member.
9. Touches Lives Performing at Children's Hospital
Eric is proud to uplift pediatric patients' spirits by performing magic tricks during their hospital visits. A 9-year old girl he entertained left him touching gift after she sadly passed away.
10. Encourages New Magicians to Perfect Fundamentals Over Splurging on Tricks
For new magicians, Eric suggests truly mastering a few key tricks rather than buying lots of fancy ones. He also stresses the importance of seeking feedback, finding a magic community, and learning from failures.
Experience Eric’s Inspirational Magic in Tampa!
Eric Yuhasz frequently performs his uplifting, motivational magic shows for audiences in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, Sarasota and more. Book this compassionate educator and magician to bring high-quality entertainment and inspiration to your next Tampa event!
