My son really loves this place. He has been to 2 different camps there. They have all kinds of…read morecoding camps and even coding for continuous education on coding.

Our kids have been coming here for about 1 year and they really enjoy it. All staff are really…read morefriendly and helpful. I love the fact that they focus their content on what kids love to play. Thanks to the team and the owners for making this place a great place for kids. Strongly recommend!

Chris did an AMAZING performance for my son's 8th birthday party. He was hilarious and held both…read morethe kids' and adults' attention. My son will always remember it. He even brought personalized goody bags for all of the kids. I would totally hire him again and would definitely recommend him to anybody considering a magician for a party!

From the owner: "Tampa Bay Newest Family Magician! Chris's show is upbeat, hilarious, and one of a kind. Using a…read morenumber of audience volunteers, assorted props, and quick wit Chris entertains at a 5-star level. It is no question why he has been named "Family Entertainer of the Year" 3 years in a row by his peers and won 7 international awards. Chris specializes in performing at birthday parties, school assemblies, and libraries and cannot wait to bring his show to your event."

I recently went with my husband and two friends to the California Magic Club in Martinez and saw…read moreRon Saylor, who was the club's main attraction that night. And wow, what a treat that was! Ron is an incredible magician and did tricks that totally boggled our minds. To say we were amazed and awed is an understatement for sure. We're still talking about him and all the amazing things he did. Honestly, you have to see him to get how amazing he is. On top of his extraordinary magical feats, Ron is also charismatic and charming. He's an all-around real pro, and a very nice guy. If you get a chance to see him, do it! If you want to provide entertainment for an event, give Ron a call. He is a crowd pleasure extraordinaire.

Ron did a strolling gig at a party I had with about 35 people. He was great and I heard many…read moredelighted comments from my guests. I highly recommend him if you want your party to be a guaranteed success!

My brother really enjoys the Melodrama and talked us into going to see their Christmas show. This…read moreis a really fun experience. It's a great way to get away from the hustle and stress of Christmas and just enjoy some live entertainment. The atmosphere is awesome. Everyone has a smile. The actors are fun and engaging. No one takes themselves too seriously, which is weird because melodrama is in the name. ;) They have a snack bar. We got free popcorn because my brother has season tickets. And, I must say, it's pretty darn good popcorn. This is a wonderful family experience, and if you can get tickets. I really recommend you try them out.

I've been going to the Melodrama in Bakersfield for over 40 years, and somehow they still manage to…read moresurprise me with every single show! With the gaslight melodrama within 2 miles of my house, I can't seem to stay away. The energy, the talent, and the sheer fun this place delivers never fades. The actors are incredible and always giving 110% and the staff is just as amazing, making every visit feel warm and welcoming. The skits are absolutely hilarious, the kind of humor that has you laughing long after the show ends. And the food? Always delicious and the perfect addition to a night of entertainment. After four decades of attending local shows, I can honestly say the Gaslight Melodrama continues to be one of my favorite places in Bakersfield. If you've never been, you're missing out on a true local treasure!

Saturday, July 27, 2024: We saw Frank Thurston at the OC Fair. He was funny, engaging, and…read moreentertaining. He really connected with the both children and adults in the audience. We liked his use of child volunteers; they were so cute! He gifted them with a magic coloring book, which he later sold and I bought. He was entertaining and he had one of those great announcer type voices, which really commanded your attention. We would love to see him again in an adult venue to see more complex magic. This show was geared toward children. Nonetheless, it was fun.

His performance was suitable for young children. The magic bits and the patter would entertain kids…read morebelow 11 years old. He obviously had a lot of experience on stage and brought a fair number of magic apparati. Hire him for the elementary school crowd.

When Bakersfieldians lament on the lack of local entertainment I can't help but wonder where these…read morepeople are looking? Bakersfield is full of events! Festivals by the dozens are cropping up every weekend, Food Fairs, and Home Shows. Our arts and music district are always putting on something fabulous. As for our local theater? You'd be hard pressed to find a weekend when there's not something showing. Gus' Garage was a totally new experience to me. I can honestly say that up until Gus' I've never been to a real live magic show. Only the one's on TV that make you wonder, 'is that magic or is it "TV Magic"?' So when I was told we'd be attending this variety show/magic show I was stoked. Something new and nearby! The location isn't what you may expect; over in Rosedale, as far away from the flourishing arts district as possible. It's inside a warehouse type garage - very unexpected. Parking is mostly on-street and no issue at all. Inside, the building is industrial chic. There's no real ticket window, and money is taken out of an old school cash box. Once paid, you make your way around to the back where the space opens up to the rafters. Half a dozen chairs or so line each row. A packed house would be maybe 30-40 or so folks. The show itself was entertaining. Perhaps a little silly and corny, but it's good old fashioned fun. There's a wide variety of talent and shows vary week to week, so definitely check them out. If you're looking for something totally new and different, check out this quirky show.