Check out John Pyka's book,  Theatrical Magic!

"...John Pyka has established himself as the undisputed king of Nashville magic and variety entertainment"
- The Nashville OnePaper


ABOUT JOHN B. PYKA...

John B. Pyka has set himself apart as an  entertainer with his unique fusion of music, magic, and theater to create unforgettable, larger than life characters who do amazing and impossible things. 

As an entertainer John has appeared all over the country performing for millions of people in nearly every venue imaginable; from singing at Carnegie Hall, to performing magic on the BBC documentary The Convention Crasher, to appearing as “Big Daddy Cool” in the Off-Broadway production of Swingin' At The Roxy.

John has performed in some of the best restaurants and nightclubs in the country, including the Improv, The Laugh Factory, Zanies, Bamboozles, and Saratoga Spring's premiere nightspot, Gaffiney's.

In addition, he has performed for numerous corporate clients, including Shell Oil, Habitat for Humanity, Dollar General, Symantec, Chrysler, and the Amway Corporation.

John is a published author, having written two books on the subject of magic – Theatrical Magic published by Leaping Lizards and How To Produce Your Own Theater Show published by Lybrary.com. 

Further, he is the creator and producer of popular variety shows like The Magic Cabaret, Opry Mills Olde Time Family Theater (with The Radio City Rockettes), The Opry Mills Holiday Family Theater and Music City Magic!

Client Testimonials:

“John’s work is very professional and comprehensive in nature. His years of experience really make things easy for his clients.”
Glen Gill, Manager of Contracting and Payor Relations, Baptist Health System

“John Pyka combines an innate and skilled level of showmanship with the savvy of a seasoned marketer. He is great listener and is willing and able to complete work under the challenges of budgets and timelines.”
Lynn Kittel, Director of Marketing, Opry Mills Mall

“John is one of the few magical performers out there who thoroughly understands that magicians are, first and foremost, actors and entertainers. His show makes audiences want to dance, get involved, and get excited - not just by the illusions, but by the music, dancing and always thrilling plot. Not to be missed.”
Tobias Beckwith, Consultant, Director, Producer, Teacher & CEO, Tobias Beckwith, Inc. - Yourmagic.com

“John Pyka is a trustworthy provider of excellent entertainment. He is able to work on the fly with limited support to make any audience roar with laughter and gasp in amazement. I can highly recommend John to host or participate in any event that needs a WOW factor.”
Logan Masterson, Producer - Act for Nashville

“John is hardworking, dependable and passionate about his work. Over the years I've enjoyed booking him and his acts on the show I produce because they are always professional and great at what they do.”
Tuwanda Coleman, Producer-Reporter, WTVF, NewsChannel 5

“I have known John for many years both professionally as well as personally; I can strongly back him in any endeavor or project! The above attributes only allows three choices...He is ABOVE AND BEYOND all of the ones listed. SO for your money and you’re looking for a well rounded person/entertainer there is NONE better! He knows what he is doing and will make you look like a STAR for bringing his company to your event!”
Robert Jones, Speaker/Entertainer/Owner M. R. J. Productions, Inc

“Few people I have ever seen perform or lecture have invoked such a positive reaction from me. When I saw Johns show I went back to the drawing board to think about my own show. When I heard him lecture on entertaining, I bought his book immediately.
When I spoke to him I would accept nothing less than a friendship.
John is a great honest man, dedicated entertainer, and deep thinker.”
Brian Foshee, Owner - B. Happie Entertainment

CHARACTERS
One of John's talents as a performer is to create unforgettable, larger than life characters. He has played some of the great characters in theater like The Cowardly Lion, Jud Fry, Rooster Hannigan, Marryin' Sam, Norman Bulansky, Buffalo Bill and Mr. Bumble. He has created several original characters, including the 1940s swing magician Big Daddy Cool, the past-his-prime vaudevillian Uncle Eddie Sparks, and the World Heavyweight Champion strongman Johnny Awesome! At Christmas, he even appears as Magic Santa!

John's shows fuse music, magic and theater in a program suitable for venues and events looking for something fresh and unique. There are no tuxedos, no cheesy jokes, and never a top hat or rabbit in site!

John is in high demand as a performer and lecturer. His schedule fills up very fast, so call now to talk about your needs and secure your dates!