Jason Suran’s ‘Reconnected’ is a mind-boggling rush of virtual mentalism
Suran uses Zoom to thrilling effect in a show that ll leave you dumbfounded
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Jason Suran stands behind three paper bags. Randomly concealed in one is a large, sharp metal spike. He slowly waves his hand across the top of the bags, waiting for an audience member who has no idea where the spike is to call stop. When she does, his hand instantly obliges. He asks if she’s
sure. She responds with a halting yes. And so Jason Suran plunges his palm down on the bag which crumples with a loud pop. The audience collectively gasps and heaves a sigh of relief. The fact that is all happening over Zoom makes it all the more amazing.
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Put out of work by shutdown, performer responds by going on Zoom and reading people s minds
Steven Zeitchik, The Washington Post
Dec. 16, 2020
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1of3Jason Suran, a mentalist and performer, seen via FaceTime at his home in Brooklyn. His Zoom-based show has become an unlikely success during the coronavirus pandemic.Washington Post photo by Carolyn Van HoutenShow MoreShow Less
2of3Jason Suran, with a prop from his show, at his home in Brooklyn.Washington Post photo by Carolyn Van HoutenShow MoreShow Less
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When the pandemic hit in March, Jason Suran found himself gobsmacked like so many other American freelance workers.