Blackmail, sabotage alleged by Branson magician..
This is the continuation of a story that was a world exclusive for MAGIC NEWS ( HERE ) By Mary Moloney for KSPR 33
Stunning stunts, tamed tigers, and illusions are at the heart of the Kirby VanBurch Show in Branson. For more than two-decades, the show has dazzled audiences in Branson.
“I have more awards than any other magician, certainly in Branson and probably in the world,” said VanBurch as he sat in his living room.
Golden statutes sit in a cabinet. As VanBurch explained, the Merlin Award is “to a magician like an Oscar is an actor to the movies.”
He has five.
“It’s a pretty cool award,” he said grinning.
It’s not the awards that have people talking. Instead, it’s a lawsuit, allegations of animal abuse, and the absence of Kirby VanBurch on a Branson stage.
“It can all end with a stroke of a pen,” he said solemnly.
To read about the animal abuse allegations, click here.
VanBurch claims his troubles started when he performed at the Music City Center Theater. During his shows, popular tricks that were staples in his act, stopped working.
“People had been sabotaging our props,” said VanBurch…
