Performances will take place November 30 - December 2, 2011 at 8 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre.

The California State University (CSU), Stanislaus College of the Arts Department of Theatre is pleased to present guest artist Illusionist Jackson Rayne.

Jackson Rayne walks through walls, escapes underwater submersions, and laughs at life’s impossibilities. In 1999 Jackson gained national media attention through the Associated Press for attempting a deadly underwater escape in Salem, Oregon. Jackson was interviewed by the nationally syndicated television show Extra.

In the summers of 2002 and 2003, Jackson wrote and starred in his own one-man show at Knott’s Berry Farm Theme Park in Buena Park, California. In 2003, he gained national media attention for the second time in his career by producing Immersion: Buried Alive 10 Feet Underwater. Submerged 10 feet underwater, Jackson escaped a 7-foot tall wooden coffin while shackled by 13 locks, 10 feet of chain, and several iron cuffs.

Jackson Rayne was the featured opening act at the Historic Elsinore Theater’s Silent Movie Series from 1999 to 2004. In 2005 Jackson made his first national television appearance on MTV where he performed magic and survived an underwater escape. He also filmed a pilot with MTV called “My Life Is a Reality Television Show.”

Most recently Jackson was selected as a featured variety performer for Spellbound – The Greatest Magic Show on Earth. Spellbound is one of the most famous magic productions in the world and continues to take Jackson across the globe to packed arenas of thousands of people.

Jackson has developed his engaging performance style for over 15 years. He is known for being an energetic and charismatic performer. Jackson’s attitude on stage is what draws the crowd to him, enchanted not only by his ability, but also his demeanor.

Performances are November 30 - December 2 at 8 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Tickets are $20 general admission, and $15 for seniors, CSU faculty/staff, military and students. The Mainstage Theatre and box office are located in the Theatre Building on the CSU campus at One University Circle in Turlock. For additional information, or to order tickets, please contact the Box Office (209) 667-3166. Tickets are also available online at www.csustan.edu/COA.

All events and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. Tickets are subject to availability.


The CSU Stanislaus College of the Arts is your ticket to excellence in higher arts education. Gifted and talented faculty who comprise the departments of Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts bring their collective backgrounds and international experience to the classroom, studio, and stage. These exceptional artists and dedicated teachers understand the interrelationship of the arts and its relevance to our society. For more information, go to: www.csustan.edu/COA.