ABRACADABRA!

The magic of Cosentino had Toowoomba businesses in awe

Superstar illusionist Paul Cosentino recently attended a Chronicle Club event in town.

About 180 guests were wined and dined at the City Golf Club on Saturday, June 1.

They feasted on entrées like gourmet mushroom and confit duck filo pastry, and won many different raffle prizes, while having their minds thoroughly bent by none other than the amazing Cosentino.

All this, for charity.

Can anyone think of a better way to support a great cause?

Shared with the event attendees, Cosentino’s story of struggle and success embodies his perseverance, turning his weirdness into a career.

Levitation, death–defying escapes and impossible illusions rocketed this Australian magician to international stardom in 2011, when he placed second in Australia’s Got Talent.

“It took me 22 years to really

understand what’s special about me, is my uniqueness and my approach,” Cosentino said.

“Don’t worry about being like everybody else; don’t worry about being ‘normal’,” he said.

“Don’t even worry about fitting in the box.”

Funds raised on the night were donated towards Toowoomba Women’s Collective, a group of passionate women who have joined forces to advocate and drive change for vulnerable women in the Toowoomba region.

The Chronicle Club offers local small businesses the chance to be entertained at exclusive events like this, which are not open to the general public.

Don’t miss out on the next Chronicle Club event in August, when international fashion designer and styling sensation, Alex Perry, will be sharing a glimpse into his stunning world.