Reviews
Here’s what people are saying about Steve’s shows:
“Thanks so much for the show today. The Wiz was funny and kind – he made sure all the kids got turns and felt part of the show. We really enjoyed having him and his fantastic magic at Tessa’s birthday party!”-
Jenn McKay
“Also a BIG thank you to Steve Baker and his great family members for entertaining the crowd (young, and young-ish alike)! The magic show was terrific and so funny and entertaining, the face – painting was fantastic, and the balloon animals were so creative and fun! :)”
-Rebecca Mainprize-Shelley
“…your remarkable performance during the Junction Arts Festival…”
“All my best wishes to Doc Century, the old time medicine man-thrill and wizardry.”
“I really enjoyed your most brilliant performance… it was real magic!!”
– Serghei Virsta, audience member, Toronto Junction Arts Festival
“…thank you for adding your very lively and entertaining Travelling Magical Medicine Show to our Spring Fair”
“…we had over 2000 very thrilled visitors participate and many favourable comments were received.”
“I was very impressed with the professionalism of your presentation and your ability to entertain the young and the young at heart for long periods of time.”
“I look forward to future endeavours with you.”
– Interpretive Coordinator, Special Events, Black Creek Pioneer Village, Toronto
“It was a great, crazy, very noisy night. Steve, a.k.a. The Great Steverino, was super and engaged the kids. They were spellbound!!!
– Norah MacLean, Social Events Coordinator Osler Bluff Ski Club
“…a popular day with our visitors and your mentalism show…”
“You are a guaranteed crowd pleaser and we often have visitors ask when you will next be performing at the Museum.”
“I am hoping to create a Victorian atmosphere for the event and I think Doc Century would fit in perfectly.”
– Programme Co-ordinator, Markham Museum Village
“How happy we were with the professionalism of your show during March Break”
“You were a pleasure to work with”
“…enjoyed by numerous children who were thrilled when allowed to participate in the shows.”
“The Weird Science Magic Show is an excellent show and we would not hesitate to have you appear again…”
– Marketing Director, Orillia Square Mall
“You have developed a program for students that presents an important message in a fun and entertaining way”
“…your friendly manner gives you an excellent rapport with the children”
“…using magic to deliver your message keeps the children attentive”
– Arts Convenor, Toronto District School Board
“…your Magical Travelling Medicine Show was a perfect fit with our Edwardian garden party”
“…your professional presentation, entertaining and informative show added alot to our day of special events.”
“…you thrilled and enthralled both adults and children alike”
“City T.V. loved you”
“I’m sure lots of families turned up on Sunday because they had seen you on T.V.”
“You were a welcome and worthwhile addition to Spadina’s Strawberry Social”
– Site Supervisor, Spadina Museum, Toronto
“You really were SUPER, addressing the very broad group of ages present”
“Everyone loved you”
“My daughter is still talking about you”
“She really truly believes you are magic!”
“…parents told me that was the absolute best children’s party that they had ever been to!”
“I am very pleased I selected you to be the entertainer”
– Marie Artt, Toronto
“Thank you for helping make our community week a big success!”
“…the children showed a keen interest in your magic”
– Oshawa YWCA Camp Manager
“Abracadabra was exactly what you promised…your very best…”
“The looks on the children’s faces said it all.”
“We would highly recommend you…”
“…truly were part of what made our day such a success.”
“…an excellent job…”
– Bell Canada
“…your magic shows were terrific and geared to all ages”
– Convenor, Caledon Canada Day
“Thanks for a wonderful evening. My friends are still talking about it.”
– Madge LeGrece
“Thank you so much for a wonderful show. All the girls and leaders really enjoyed themselves.”
– Bradford Brownies
“…your show with its balance of humour, information and superb magic far exceeded our expectations.”
– Joan Kafato
“Thank you for a great evening of fun!”
– Bayfair Daycare
“Thank you for another amazing visit. You are so excellent with the children & magic we love seeing you.’
– Rolling Hills Day Care
Newspaper clippings:
“In recent years, Mr. Baker has become an icon across the region in the entertainment industry.”
“Showman on Display and he’s a real character”
“He’s wanted from one end of Durham Region to the other”
“He’s a master of disguise and should be considered dangerously funny”
“He’s known as Steve Baker. Durham’s own master magician, humourist and all around entertainer.”
“His repertoire is vast”
“Mr. Baker has something up his sleeve for almost anyone of any age group”
“Mr. Baker’s reputation continues to build”
– Shawn Simpson, Metroland Newspapers, Whitby & Oshawa
“Doc Century back to work his magic”
“Want a little something for what ails you? Then visit Doc Century…he has lotions, potions and miraculous snake oil cures. But most of all he has fun and laughter for all.”
“After delighting audiences last year Doc Century is back to entertain once again for this year’s event with his own miracle cure.”
– Blyth Citizen
“Doc Century places his hand in the guillotine at the Cirque de Summer event”
– Richmond Hill, Liberal
“Doc Century’s Medicine Show has become a crowd favourite at the Thresher Reunion as he entertains both children and adults alike with his sleight of hand and silly jokes.”
– Blyth Citizen
“Royal York Hotel proudly opened its newest restaurant and lounge EPIC with a VIP cocktail party…magician Steve Baker.”
– Toronto Sun
“There will be magic in the air …when Steve Baker brings his magic show to town.”
“No matter the character he takes on, Mr. Baker always has something up his sleeve.”
– Bayfield Focus