Greg Frewin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Greg Frewin
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| Born | May 21, 1967 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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| Occupation | Illusionist |
Greg Frewin is a famous Canadian illusionist. He is known as a "World Champion of Magic." This title was given to him by the International Federation of Magic Societies.
Greg has won many top awards for his magic. He won first place at the International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM) competition. He also received the Gold Medal of Excellence from the IBM. Greg also took first place at the Society of American Magicians' yearly magic contest. In 1994, he won first place at FISM. This event is often called the "Olympics of Magic." It was held in Yokohama, Japan.
Greg Frewin has performed for important people. He did a special show for Prince Rainier in Monte Carlo. He has also been on TV more than 35 times around the world.
Greg's Amazing Shows
Greg has performed on many famous stages. These include Caesars Palace, Tropicana, and the Flamingo Hilton. All these famous places are in Las Vegas.
Today, Greg has a long-term contract. He performs at the Greg Frewin Theatre. This theatre is in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. He will be performing there for 20 years!
In 2009, Greg Frewin was named "Magician of the Year." He received this award at the World Magic Awards.
That same year, a special TV show was made about him. It was called "Greg Frewin Magic Man - Home for the Holidays." Frogwater Media Inc. [1] worked with CBC to create it.
Awards and Achievements
Greg Frewin has earned many awards for his incredible magic.
- Niagara Falls Misty Award - "Attraction of the Year" in 2005
- Canadian Association of Magicians - "Magician of the Year" (he was the first ever to win this award)
- 1st place Stage - International Brotherhood of Magicians
- The Gold Medal of Excellence - awarded by the International Brotherhood of Magicians
- 1st place Stage - Society of American Magicians
- 1st place - FISM
- 2009 Magician of the Year - World Magic Awards [2]
