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Jack Julius
Jack Julius Productions
1-800-540-1482
P.O. Box 3155
Annapolis, MD 21403 USA
jack@jackjuliusmagic.com
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So, where to start?
Personal stuff~Well, this page is for you few select people that might be interested in knowing more about my "personal" side. Not really hiring me for a show, or just interested in who the guy is in this web site you just found. Though I probably won't get too deep, I'm sure this will give you an insight to the "non-performing" side of my life. With that said, here goes!
I always get compared to many different people, but most of my friends (and people who approach me after a show) say I look a lot younger or like a younger Robin Williams (the actor/comedian and my idol)! Which is nice sometimes when I am compared to him. But, I have been getting this since High School and people still will ask me,"Did anyone ever tell you..." or "I'm sure people have old you..." and I always smile with a, "Yes, but thank you."
My birthday is on December 5th. Anyway, Hopefully what you're about to read will give you a closer look at me, a more personal side. A side beyond the performing world.
Both my parents passed away when I was at a very young age. But, before this happened, I was placed into a foster home when I was about four years old. My parents couldn't afford to take care of me, so, they contacted social services and found someone that could try. Social Services located a family and I was moved. It was the most painfull time in my childhood because I felt I was being ripped away from my family. I remember holding onto my mom's leg and not wanting to let go. I stayed at that foster home for a bit. I had lived in several foster homes an orphanage and a half-way house. I could go into great depth about all this but I won't because it's already apart of a much bigger project it the works. A book!
Basically, I had to keep my mind off the emotional stress I had as a child who lost his parents at such a young age. So, I watched movies, TV shows, especially Red Skelton! I loved TV and movies and anything he was in. It was the great escape. Many other performers, such as Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keton, even Houdini started to gain my attention. They sucked me in and helped me escape from many of my problems from being shifted around and in foster care. The more I watched the more I wanted to be a part of that world I saw on TV. Entertainment! The arts, either performing or visual kept me positive, alive and sane. They gave me hope! Being creatine was a very good thing! I could have turned out to be a really bad apple, heavy into drinking and drugs, homeless and lost in the world. But, I was on a much more positive level then that thanks to the Performing and Visual Arts. Well, I really loved to draw and write, but after art, Magic came into play at about the age of 7 and then a few years later just after entering middle school, I got into Pantomime and I stuck with it ever since and now it's apart of who I am. I live through my performing and it's apart of me 100% heart and soul!
That's the attitude that I'd like to present to kids and teenagers who were in simular situations like mine. Just because your surroundings peers, environment may be bad, that doen't mean your life has to be or that you have to take the same route. Being creative and having a creative outlet can build a positive attitude towards life...at any age. Creativity build character and a strong mind-set, and so does exercise & fitness!
I like to be very fit and athletic as you can see in this photo on the left. I'm 5'8," 170 lbs, I exercise regularly. I wasn't always in the greatest shape and let myself go to become unhealthy and weak. That all changed! I recently tried a twelve week "Body of Work" Challenge. Which is a 12 week transformation challenge to get into my best possible shape with in 12 weeks. The program was developed by Bill Phillips of EAS (Experimental & Applied Sciences). If your're an outta shape performer or an average person wanting to get into shape and tried many health fads, check out his site at:www.body of work or www.bodyforlife.com. You'll be pleased. It can change your life, your body and well being and it's real, not a gimmick. If I get brave, I'll show you the before shot. Oh, and send me a note if you do, and tell Bill Phillips I sent you.
I also do Karate, I love to cook all types of food. Especially Asian~I love to eat! I really love movies, roller-skating, dancing. I love dancing all night long. I like watching all kind of dance, too! Brazilian, Latin, Ballet, Asian, Tap etc. I like swimming, being out doors, camping, traveling, reading, romantic walks, sitting on the beach, etc. ( that's too personal to tell you).
I love the Arts both visual & performing. I like to do creative & artistic projects on the computer. Yes, I designed all the art and graphics on this Web Site! I also love photography and enter photo contests around the world...like...digital photo art. I write screen-plays (currently in the works), poems, stories, But, I mostly love to entertain and perform on stage or one to one to get that smile of wonder.
I recently became a certified Producer/Director for film....I'm very open minded about many subjects that most people shy away from (yes, that dirty word "sex." I like to speak my mind. I like Dance, Latin, Asian, Brazilian, R&B, POP, Soul, Blues, Classic rock, Jazz, and many other kinds of music...I like playing indoor board, computer or family/adults games. I also like the romantic ones between me and that special lady....and of course the fun outdoor ones too at a local park!
I don't drink or smoke but I do celebrate special occasions with champagne, beer or wine. Unless I'm performing. Okay, I do drink sometimes with friends. Alright, I've gotten drunk...in college...okay? alright, last year for my birthday ...but please don't hold that against me. Sometimes it's fun to let loose & get slap-happy on your Birthday or holiday and some time in the middle of the night rush to your toilet bowl and let loose that whole evening of fun! (When you are legally able to drink). MAKE SURE YOU DON'T DRIVE.
Yes, I also have a very good sense of humor (I'm told ). I love to laugh and put a smile on someone's (or my audience) face. Which I guess is why I love to perform.
I have three cats, Goofy, Gigi & Houdini (He does a lot of escapes). They are my kids for now until I get married and have a few of my own little ones (two legged of course).
Well, that's all for now. I'm sure I'll add some more soon! Write me and tell me your thoughts.
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