Christopher Moro on the main stage at the 7th annual Conjuring for a Cure, October 11, 2026.
Christopher Moro, a Magician Member of the Academy of Magical Arts at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, performed on the main stage at the 7th annual Conjuring for a Cure on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The sold-out Santa Clarita magic show at The Centre benefited the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research and Slow-Motion Magic.
A Sold-Out Afternoon in Santa Clarita
The 7th annual Conjuring for a Cure played to a sold-out audience of roughly 200 guests at The Centre on October 11. Many in the room were longtime supporters of Slow-Motion Magic, and their warmth carried through every act on the bill.
Christopher Moro performed on the main stage alongside Academy of Magical Arts President Simone Turkington, Markus Kublin, Dave Norman, Jonathan Molo, and Slow-Motion Magic founders David and Robyn Rabotnick. Ernie Stone hosted the afternoon, and Sirinda and Kirk Grodske performed strolling magic before the show. Proceeds benefited the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research and Slow-Motion Magic.
Christopher thanks David and Robyn, his fellow performers, the Slow-Motion Magic team, and every guest who came out for the cause.
Every autumn, a group of Southern California magicians gives one Sunday afternoon to a cause that reaches well beyond the stage. This year, Christopher Moro joins them. Conjuring for a Cure is a Michael J. Fox Foundation magic fundraiser created by a performer who knows the stakes personally, and its seventh edition moves to a new home in Santa Clarita with a lineup drawn largely from the Magic Castle community.
Guests react during Christopher Moro's set at the sold-out Conjuring for a Cure, October 11, 2026.
The Story Behind Conjuring for a Cure
In December 2013, David Rabotnick was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease. His doctors gave him advice that would shape the next decade of his life: use your dexterity or lose it. A lifelong magic fan, David took that advice to heart. He began studying sleight of hand in 2014, turning physical therapy into a craft that asks for precision from every finger.
In 2019, he founded Slow-Motion Magic, a nonprofit that uses live performance to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease and inspire hope for the people living with it. The organization's guiding conviction is direct: awareness fuels the research that will ultimately find a cure. Every Conjuring for a Cure benefits the Michael J. Fox Foundation, which David chose because it stands at the forefront of Parkinson's research.
His own path has included hard chapters. As his symptoms progressed, David underwent a surgical procedure with the hope of returning to performance, and he did. This year, he and his wife, Robyn, take the stage together again, hosting an afternoon that has become an annual tradition in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Magic Castle Magicians in Santa Clarita, United by One Cause
Much of a magician's work happens in private, refined over years before it is ever shared. Conjuring for a Cure brings that work into one room. For a single afternoon, performers who usually work independently share a bill, a backstage, and a purpose. Several are members of the Academy of Magical Arts, the private club headquartered at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, including the Academy's current president. The Magic Castle is also among this year's raffle donors.
Main Stage Performers
Ernie Stone, Emcee. A stand-up comedian who has performed at The Comedy Store and other Los Angeles venues, returning by popular demand to host the afternoon.
Markus Kublin. An award-winning entertainer who blends comedy, magic, and mentalism, a comedy writer whose credits include The Tonight Show, and vice president of Slow-Motion Magic.
Dave Norman. A longtime Southern California magician and a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.
David and Robyn Rabotnick. Founders of Slow-Motion Magic and the hosts behind Conjuring for a Cure.
Jonathan Molo. A Magic Castle performer with more than three decades in magic, recognized with the iCHange Nations Champion Leadership Award for his work in the special needs community.
Simone Turkington. President of the Academy of Magical Arts and a regular performer at the Magic Castle, with appearances across the United States and internationally.
Christopher Moro. A Burbank-based magician, USC film graduate, and founder of Christopher Moro Entertainment, which serves corporate and private events across Southern California.
Pre-Show Expo and Strolling Magic
Doors open at 2:00 PM for a pre-show expo featuring two strolling magicians, including Kirk Grodske, who perform close-up magic among guests as they arrive. The expo also includes raffles, games, and signature drinks for guests 21 and over.
Christopher Moro Takes the Conjuring for a Cure Stage
Christopher Moro earned Magician Member status at the Academy of Magical Arts through formal audition and peer review. He is also an award-winning stage magician, and his portfolio spans strolling magic, Formal Close-Up, parlor, stand-up, and stage magic, along with mentalism.
Christopher is a graduate of the USC School of Cinema-Television who went on to write, direct, and produce independent films. That background shapes the pacing of his performances and the timing of each reveal, so every moment reads clearly, even for guests seated farthest from the stage.
His performances are built around the guests themselves, with audience members invited to take part in the experience. That guest-first approach suited an afternoon devoted to community and hope, and it is the same approach he brings to corporate events throughout Southern California.
Event Details: Conjuring for a Cure 2026
Event Details: Conjuring for a Cure 2026
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Pre-Show Expo and Strolling Magic: 2:00 PM
Main Stage Show: 3:00 PM
Venue: The Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
Attendance: Sold out, with roughly 200 guests
Beneficiaries: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research and Slow-Motion Magic
Event Information: Slow-Motion Magic
How to Support the Michael J. Fox Foundation Magic Fundraiser
Conjuring for a Cure 2026 sold out, but support for Parkinson's research continues year-round. Gifts can be made directly to the Michael J. Fox Foundation, and businesses interested in future sponsorship can learn more through Slow-Motion Magic.
To hear more about the event from its organizers, watch David Rabotnick and Markus Kublin discuss the show on The Buzz, or read The Signal's announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was Conjuring for a Cure 2026?
Conjuring for a Cure took place Sunday, October 11, 2026, at The Centre, 20880 Centre Pointe Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. The pre-show expo began at 2:00 PM and the main stage show at 3:00 PM.
Did Conjuring for a Cure 2026 sell out?
Yes. The 7th annual Conjuring for a Cure played to a sold-out audience of roughly 200 guests.
Who benefits from Conjuring for a Cure?
Proceeds benefited the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research and Slow-Motion Magic, a nonprofit founded by magician David Rabotnick to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease.
Who performed at the 2026 Santa Clarita magic show?
The main stage featured emcee Ernie Stone, Markus Kublin, Dave Norman, David and Robyn Rabotnick, Jonathan Molo, Simone Turkington, and Christopher Moro. Sirinda and Kirk Grodske were among the strolling magicians performing during the pre-show expo.
Is Christopher Moro a Magic Castle magician?
Yes. Christopher Moro is a Magician Member of the Academy of Magical Arts at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, admitted through formal audition and peer review.
Does Christopher Moro perform at events in Santa Clarita?
Yes. Based in Burbank, Christopher Moro performs at corporate events, charity galas, and private celebrations throughout Los Angeles and Southern California, including the Santa Clarita Valley.
How can I support Parkinson's research now that the event has passed?
Donations can be made directly to the Michael J. Fox Foundation at michaeljfox.org, and information about future Conjuring for a Cure events is available through Slow-Motion Magic.
A note from Christopher:
“Thank you to everyone who filled the room on October 11th. Performing for an audience that came together for David, Robyn, and Parkinson's research is something I'll remember for a long time, and I'm grateful and honored to have shared their stage with such a talented group of performers.
“If you're planning a charity gala or corporate fundraiser of your own and would like to talk about entertainment for your guests, I'd welcome a Discovery Conversation.”