PROJECT THREE
“Music is the strongest form of magic.”
— Marilyn Manson
IMAGINE:
Where Music Meets Magic
What if music could bend reality? What if wonder had a sound?
In this groundbreaking performance, Vox Musica invites you into a world where choral artistry and illusion become one. IMAGINE: Where Music Meets Magic pairs the power of Vox Musica’s voices with the spellbinding artistry of famed magician and illusionist Douglas McCay,The Charismatic Conjuror, all guided by the luminous storytelling of acclaimed actress and narrator Meryl Hathaway.
With a presence that is equal parts whimsical, witty, and deeply human, Hathaway leads audiences through the evening’s unfolding dreamscape, weaving narrative, humor, and heart into every moment. Her voice becomes the thread that connects illusion and music, inviting listeners not just to watch, but to step inside the magic.
This is not a concert with magic between the songs. This is music and magic woven together, each elevating the other.
To celebrate our 20th anniversary, Vox has commissioned world premiere choral works specifically composed to accompany magic, a first of its kind. These premieres, written by long-time Vox collaboratorJohn Muehleisen, Composer-in-Residence, Sarah Wald, and Adam Brett Ward, countertenor with the GRAMMY Award-winning ensemble Chanticleer, blur the lines between what is heard and what is seen, what is real and what is imagined.
Sound will appear and disappear. Voices will shimmer like an illusion. Moments will make you question your senses. For twenty years, Vox Musica has imagined choral music differently. Now, we invite you to IMAGINE with us, to wonder, to dream, and to believe in the impossible.
Concert Tickets
Friday, April 17th, 2026 • 7pm
Vizcaya Sacramento
(2019 21st Street, Sacramento, CA 95818)
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 • 7:30pm
The WAL Market Place
(1104 R St, Sacramento, CA 95811)
* Preordered food available at check-out
Sunday, April 19th, 2026 • 5pm
Concert & Reception (Hosted food & no host bar)
58 Degrees Restaurant & Lounge
(1217 18th St, Sacramento, CA 95811)
* Reception to follow the concert
IN-PERSON TICKETS: $30
STUDENT PRICE: 50% off, use discount code (student) at checkout & show student ID at the door.
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Guest Artist
Douglas McCay, The Charismatic Conjuror
Douglas McCay is an internationally recognized magician and illusionist celebrated for his elegant, immersive approach to the art of magic. Performing under the moniker The Charismatic Conjuror, McCay blends timeless sleight-of-hand with theatrical storytelling to create moments of astonishment that linger long after the final illusion fades.
Based in California’s Bay Area, McCay has captivated audiences across the country with performances that range from intimate salon soirées to grand stage productions. His signature style—sophisticated, human, and full of wonder—invites audiences to rediscover their curiosity and sense of possibility. Whether appearing as a “mystery guest” at private gatherings, leading his acclaimed Wine & Magic Experience, or performing An Hour of Deception in elegant cabaret settings, McCay transforms ordinary spaces into realms of imagination.
A member of the Academy of Magical Arts at the famed Magic Castle in Hollywood, McCay is known not only for his technical mastery but for his magnetic stage presence and storytelling artistry. His work reminds us that true magic is not found in the trick itself, but in the shared moment of wonder between performer and audience.
For More Information, visit https://www.thecharismaticconjuror.com
Guest Narrator
Meryl Hathaway
Meryl Hathaway is often compared to Mrs. Frizzle from The Magic School Bus. Meryl is a mix of the quirky best friend in a Netflix rom-com and your favorite neighborhood barista. If you are looking for an authentic Pisces lady in floral prints paired with pigtail buns and a snarky, dry wit... you’ve found her. Meryl leads everything she does with joy, humor, and a passion for helping others. As a graduate of The Ohio State University with a BA in communications, and 20 years as a professional actress, she is currently pursuing her master’s in clinical psychology at Antioch University Los Angeles to become a licensed marriage and family therapist.
As an actress, Meryl most recently guest-starred in NCIS, and is perhaps best known for playing Brittany, Eleanor's roommate, in Mike Schur’s hit "The Good Place", as Andie Tate in HBO's iconic "The Comeback" opposite Lisa Kudrow, and as Tovah Freedman on Season 18 of “Grey’s Anatomy”. She has performed live improv and scripted comedy alongside Steve Carell, Eliza Dushku, Alan Tudyk, Rob Delaney, Michael Ian Black, Andy Buckley, Shaquille O’Neil, Mayim Bialik, and more.
She also guest-starred on many comedy and drama network shows, including "This Is Us", "9-1-1", "For the People", "2 Broke Girls", "Bunk'd", and others, notably recurring as Millie in Cody Heller and Brett Konner’s "Deadbeat" on Hulu. She has also appeared in over 75 national commercials, videos for Funny or Die, College Humor, and UCB Comedy. Her premiere short film, "It's Your Call" with Tyler Labine (New Amsterdam, Reaper, Dirk Gently, Deadbeat), screened at the Palm Springs ShortFest and Hollyshorts festivals and now has over 413,000 views on Omeleto’s YouTube channel.
For More Information, visit www.merylhathaway.com