Name:Michael Priestap E-mail Address: michaelp314@gmail.com Website: Favorite Magic Trick: Old Faithful by Paul Cummins Favorite Magic Book: Mark Wilson's Complete Course In Magic Prop Preference: Aces Awards / Accomplishments Best Actor In Comedy (Mrs. Knight's 11th grade acting class) How Did you first become interested in Magic? As a child, Michael was intrigued with magic tricks his father brought back from Occupied Japan. In 1989 his fascination with magic was rekindled by his mentor (Mr. Magic), and he has been performing ever since. Background: Formerly a Michigander, Michael lives with his wife Susan (and a menagerie) on a farm in West Knoxville. Misc: Michael performs occasionally at events in the Knoxville area.