News release
In 2019, David Rabotnick founded Slow-Motion Magic, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and support for Parkinson’s Disease. The inspiration came just one year after David himself was diagnosed. Determined to maintain his dexterity, he turned to sleight-of-hand magic — and in doing so, discovered a powerful way to connect, inspire, and give back.
Each year, Slow-Motion Magic hosts Conjuring for a Cure, a family-friendly magic show that brings together talented magicians to raise funds for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, said a news release from the organization.
Last year, Rabotnick faced a heartbreaking setback: His Parkinson’s had progressed to the point where he could no longer perform. But thanks to the life-changing procedure known as deep brain stimulation, his ability to perform has been restored, the release said.
While DBS is not a cure, it has given Rabotnick a renewed sense of purpose and the ability to return to the stage. Despite its benefits, only about 80% of eligible candidates pursue this transformative treatment, the release said.
This year’s Conjuring for a Cure is scheduled Sunday, Oct. 26, at Chabad of SCV, 24729 Valley St., Newhall. The event kicks off with an expo at 2 p.m. featuring games, prizes, snacks and a raffle. The stage show starts at 3 p.m. and raffle winners are to be announced at 4:30 p.m.
For tickets ($25) and more information, go to slowmotionmagic.org.
