About Stolz Productions

Stolz Productions is a magic consulting and theatrical illusion design company based out of Toronto, Canada.  Drawing from the expertise of company owner and designer Chris Stolz, Stolz Productions works with clients from all over the world designing and consulting for the stage.

Chris brings to the table a mastery of theatrical lighting and sound systems and design, rigging, scenic design for the theatre and has worked both on and off stage in hundreds of theatrical and magic productions over the years.  His ability to create practical, creative solutions for theatrical illusion and special effect challenges is what has identified him as a true expert in his field.  As a result, he is known as one of the top young illusion designers in the industry today.  On stage, Chris has performed for audiences all over North America and an actor and a magician and studied with a friend and one of the top expert card magicians of the century, the late Martin A. Nash, aka "The Charming Cheat". 

When combining theatrical and magic concepts, Chris also follows his own unique process.  Using top-of-the-line 3D and drafting technology, he can digitally build each stage illusion piece by piece with the ability to see the entire prop with materials, lights, shadow, and reflections from every possible angle. This process has proven to be very successful, saving clients both time and money before fabrication by allowing them to see exactly what a live audience would see.

While 3D rendering is a very important part of the design process, Chris does not feel that it is a replacement for physical testing, research and real life experience.  3D renderings are created only after the utmost attention to exact physical scale and real world limitations have been established.

The Stolz Productions focus is primarily on magic and illusion however every illusion is designed with a key focus on theatrical content.  With his strong theatrical background, Chris Stolz is able to create original illusions that are more than just "tricks" but true pieces of theatrical art.  Chris believes that, "Without story, there is no magic."

"Chris Stolz is one of the most innovative minds leading the way in the future of magic today. I highly recommend Chris to any illusionist looking to add creativity and originality to their show. He can do it all - from ingenious conception, to state-of-the-art 3D design, to contracting the builders for the finished product."

- Reza
Illusionist-

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"In over 30 years of performing and inventing magic, I have never seen better graphics.  Chris Stolz is the Leonardo DeVinci of modern stage magic!"

- DonDrake
Magic Consultant
& Black Art Expert