As the founder and creative director of Mega Magic, Mike D’Urzo performs in hundreds of shows annually for some of the largest corporations, theme parks and television networks. Mike was one of three performers across Canada nominated for 2010 and 2011“Entertainer of the Year” by the Canadian Event Industry Awards. His unique style of magic and a modernized approach have made him a popular form of entertainment at virtually every type of event. D’Urzo performed in an international tour across China for over half a million people.  He is a member of the prestigious Canadian Association of Magicians and International Brotherhood of Magicians. His magic was featured on the hit television show “Keys to the VIP” on Canada’s Comedy Network, CTV and Fuse TV in the United States. He was crowned “Champion of Season 2” as people across Canada voted for him as their favourite player on the show. He was awarded a trip to Las Vegas where he had the chance to perform and meet some of the world’s greatest magicians. D’Urzo has also made numerous live television appearances on YTV’s ZAPX and Rogers Television.

 

After graduating with an honours in Specialized Communications from York University, D’Urzo worked with Sony Pictures- Columbia TriStar Films hosting movie launch parties and premieres across Canada for actors including Sean Penn, Will Ferrell, Dustin Hoffman and Robin Williams.  D’Urzo has also worked at some of the most exclusive gala shows and private parties for the Toronto International Film Festival.

 

D’Urzo’s passion for magic and the performing arts has scored him parts in several productions.  As a competitive figure skater, he has performed in numerous televised ice shows including “The Lion King on Ice” and the Broadway musical “The King and I”.  He has been the opening act for a variety of theatre productions, bringing his dynamic style of magic to the stage.

 

Just to name a few, here are some notable appearances where D’Urzo captivated his audiences…

 

 

Theme Parks / Attractions

The Toronto Zoo, Centre Island, Wild Water Kingdom, Casa Loma, Adventure Land, Canadian National Exhibition, Playdium.

 

Corporate

State Farm Insurance, The Co-Operators, TD Canada Trust, CIBC, Tennis Canada- The Rogers Cup, Sony Pictures- Columbia TriStar Films, Paramount Vantage Films, Allied Advertising, CTV, Fasken Martineau, Global Group, Cinram International, Now Magazine, McDonalds, Greenwin Properties, Tribute Homes, Knight Bain Seath and Holbrook Investment Group, Filogix Investment Group, Curomax Corp., Supercom, Redknee, President’s Choice, Lexus, Enbridge Gas. AGF Management, Pratt and Whitney Canada, Bloor St. Business Association, Trillium Sales Group, Open Venue Market Research, Chapters-Indigo, Mississauga Civic Centre, Rogers Centre, Golder Associates, Ontario Dental Association, National Advertising Benevolent Society, Sugar Models, Canusa-CPS, Amphenol Inc., W.J Heaslip Ltd., Cascades Box Board Inc., I.A.T.S.E, Parya Trillium Foundation, IC Savings Foundaton, FOS Décor, Hughwood Canada, Briarlane Property Management, Morguard Residential, Baird MacGregor Insurance Brokers, Toshiba, Insception Biosciences , IKEA , Delta Hotels, Wrigley’s, Chamber of Commerce.

 

Schools

York Region, Peel and Toronto District School Boards, York University, University of Toronto, Ryerson, Fanshawe College, Atkinson Professional Accounting Association, Toronto French School, Associated Hebrew Schools, The York School, Transformation Education Institute, META & Reena Foundation- Centres for Developmental Disabilities.

 

 

Camps

Centre Camp- Director/ Coordinator of Magic program (B’nai Brith Association), Bayview Glen, City of Vaughan & Toronto Day Camps, Zodiac, Crestwood Valley Day Camp, VIBE Dance Studio, Sorcerers Safari, Banbury Kids Camp, Northern Karate, Canada’s Best Karate, Magic, Mystery and Marvel Summer Camp, Scouts Canada.

 

Fundraising

Canadian Cancer Society, Star Light Star Bright Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes Association, Big Brothers & Sisters of Toronto, Charles H Best Diabetes Centre, Pro Action Cops and Kids, BLEYP- Police Foundation, McCauley Association, Ronald McDonald House, Centre for Creative Living, Friuli Centre, Chartwell Senior Homes, YMCA, Ephraim’s Place, Make a Wish Foundation, Sunnybrook Hospital.

 

Banquets/ Conventions

Pearson Convention Centre, Premier Banquet Halls, Liberty Grand, Le Jardin Special Event Centre, Paradise, Paramount & Le Parc Banquet Halls, Delta Chelsea, Woodbine Convention Centre, St. George’s Golf and Country Club, Beacon Hill & King Valley Country Club, Royal Niagara Golf Club, Magi-Fest- Columbus Ohio.

 

Restaurants/ Nightclubs/ Malls

Match Restaurant & Event Venue, The School Fine Dining Restaurant, WildFire Steakhouse and Winebar, Mouse & Ferkin, East Moon, Fez Batik, Montanas, The Courthouse, Peppercorns, Imperial Buffet, AppleJack’s, Mink Nightclub, Centerpoint Mall, Westwood Mall, Westdale Mall.

 

Television

-Seen across Canada & the United States on the hit television show,

“Keys to the VIP” on The Comedy Network, CTV and Fuse TV.

-Live appearances on “Daytime”, “Loft 80 Live” and Rogers Television.

-ZAPX segments on YTV.

 

Tours

-Featured for over half a million people across China. 

 

Media

-Featured in The Vaughan Citizen, The Liberal, Thornhill Post, Northern Peeks, Metro & York U Magazine.