“The Illusionists” brings together six magicians, including five French, at the Folies Bergère in Paris. The only one known to the general public is Gus, who wraps his tricks in a scarf of much-appreciated humor and kindness.
Gus also plays the master of ceremonies, introducing his colleagues and translating the script of the sixth thief, the American Kevin James. We attended the second performance, here's what we think. Subscribe Already subscribed? To log in, click here.