Criss Angel brings magic, visual fanfare to Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino on February 16

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Magic fans: Check out Criss Angel, coming to Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino on Sunday, February 16, at 8 p.m.!

A magician, illusionist, and musician, Angel puts on a show like nothing you’ve seen before! He combines magic, optical illusions, technology, music, and unique lighting for an amazing experience.

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His Las Vegas stage show, Criss Angel MINDFREAK, has been a top seller for more than a decade. Now’s your chance to see this incredible performer right here in Maricopa! Angel also created, produces, directs, and stars in Criss Angel Mindfreak, one of the most successful magic shows on television. Bloomberg Businessweek calls Angel the biggest name in Las Vegas magic, and he’s received numerous awards and accolades, credited as the most successful magician ever.

Get your tickets online now before they sell out. This show, The Mindfreak Unplugged, happens at the new Events Center at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino.

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While Criss Angel is known for surprising and sometimes shocking stage shows, he isn’t all about the spotlight. The Johnny Christopher Children’s Charitable Foundation donates funds to childhood cancer research treatment. The foundation is named after Angel’s son Johnny, diagnosed with leukemia at age 2. Angel has raised millions for childhood cancer research through his benefit performances. Gather some friends and see this unique show! It’s a night you won’t soon forget.

Make a night of it and have a great time! Try your luck on the casino floor, with slots and table games. Allow time for dinner out with your group — enjoy a traditional casino spread at The Buffet, or feast on steak or gourmet burgers at Chop, Block and Brew. You can also try a casual bite at Copper Cactus Grill or sample fine wines paired with small plates at Oak and Fork.

Get your tickets soon for this unique event. Criss Angel’s unique show is sure to thrill, shock, and amaze you!

Carolyn Sostrom

Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle. She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*. With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower. She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.