INTERACTIVE FUN & MAGIC SHOWS FOR MIDWEST SCHOOLS, LIBRARIES & FUNDRAISERS
What do event planners say?
“John’s strolling magic was a wonderful addition to our 'Jam for the Cure' event — engaging, entertaining and a great way to get guests laughing, talking, and enjoying the afternoon." - Theresa Chaney-Huggett, organizer, Jam for the Cure cancer-research fundraiser, Marshall (MI), August 2026
“You did an excellent show for us today! We very much enjoyed it. Thank you for coming, and we would love to have you come back.” - Lorie Cooper, resident council president, Marshall (MI) Nursing and Rehabilitation Community, summer 2026
“Our staff was very positive about the show and the children enjoyed the interactiveness. It was a great time!” — Elizabeth Tindall, director, Homer Public Library, Homer (MI), June 2026
“Fantastic and very energetic. The kids and adults were all participating and involved. The show is engaging, informative — and mystifying, too!” — Sharla Vincent, Tekonsha (MI) Township Library, May 2026
"We recently hosted ‘Science vs Magic' by magician John Sherwood. What a wonderfully educational program!” - Michael Delaware, representing the Battle Creek (MI) Regional History Museum, spring 2026
From our work with Mr. Sherlock Holmes ...
"Baltimore had the best annual 'Saturday with Sherlock Holmes' ever. Holmes was smart, humorous, touching, and (most importantly) *believable.* ... Not only did the Sherlockians believe in him, but the non-Sherlockian members of the public also left the interactive events filled with wonder." - Andrew Solberg, member, Baker Street Irregular, Baltimore, Maryland
"Mr. Holmes was extraordinary ... His deductive skills were on full display in truly masterful ways. ... The philosophy inherent in his dialogue was profoundly insightful. ... The evening was a smashing success in the realm of mystery entertainment!" ~ Arthur Renkwitz, member, Baker Street Irregulars, New York, referencing a presentation in Maryland
"Sherlock Holmes captivated the children during live performances as he taught them to deduce from the facts and to -- as he himself practices -- 'never guess.' ... It was so encouraging and rewarding to witness the children's engagement." - Jacquelynn Morris, Howard County (Maryland) Library
"I'd like to express my gratitude to Mr. Holmes and the members of Watson's Tin Box for their engaging presentations. The programs were quite successful, and the kids thoroughly enjoyed them. It was so generous of the presenters to share their time, and for Mr. Holmes to travel so far for these interactive events." - Irva Nichlas-Gabin, children's librarian, Howard County (Maryland) Library, East Columbia Branch
"John Sherwood's performance as Mr. Sherlock Holmes is utterly spellbinding. Over a 13-year run of sold-out Sherlock Holmes' Mystery Weekends, guests at my inn kept returning for more and more of his mystery entertainment! ... Absolutely outstanding!" - Ronald J. Gibson, Innkeeper, The Victorian Villa Inn, Union City, Michigan
"For over two hours, none other than the real, living Sherlock Holmes enthralled the audience ... his dress and physical actions were realistic to the core, showcasing his impressive deductive skills." ~ P. Stephen Clarkson, member, Baker Street Irregulars, New York City
"Indeed, he was Holmes to the life. ... It felt odd for a moment, but then quite familiar somehow, making small talk with Sherlock Holmes himself, enjoying the unique interactive events." ~ Chris Redmond, member, Baker Street Irregulars, New York City
"John Sherwood is the most realistic, believable, and true portrayer of Sherlock Holmes I have ever encountered. ... Were Sherlock Holmes real, John Sherwood is exactly what he would be." ~ Norman Davis, member, Baker Street Irregulars, New York City