About Robert Goleman 

Robert’s Artistic Journey

Early Beginnings and Magic

Robert’s lifelong dedication to music, acting, and magic began at age seven with a simple magic kit. From those first tricks performed for family and friends, his talent flourished into acclaimed illusion shows such as “An Evening with the Fabulous Blendos” and “There is Magic in the Air, with the Fabulous Blendos,” which drew large and enthusiastic audiences.

Community Recognition and Diverse Talents

On the coast, Robert has a reputation not just for his musical and magical performances, but also for his entrepreneurial ventures, including the nursery “Hortus Botanicus.” He is also known as a chocolatier, chef, and dessert creator.

Performance Credits

Robert’s stage career features appearances with the Mendocino Music Festival, Symphony of the Redwoods, Opera Fresca, The Lamplighters, and The Gloriana Opera Company. He has portrayed memorable characters such as Charlie Brown and Schroeder in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” Koko in “The Mikado,” Samuel in “The Pirates of Penzance,” The Padre in “Man of La Mancha,” B. F. Pinkerton in “Madama Butterfly,” Gabriel Von Eisenstein in “Die Fledermaus,” Freddie Einsford Hill in “My Fair Lady,” Albert Peterson in “Bye, Bye Birdie,” The Baker in “Into the Woods,” Count Carl Magnus Malcolm in “A Little Night Music,” Frank in “Showboat” (which incorporated magic), Mr. Snow in “Carousel,” Martin in “The Tender Land,” and a highly praised performance as Albin/Zaza in “La Cage aux Folles” (“The Birdcage”).

Magical Productions

Robert’s magical repertoire includes “Snow White, the Musical,” a unique production that combined original music, puppetry, and grand illusions; “An Evening with the Fabulous Blendos” and “There is Magic in the Air, with the Fabulous Blendos”; “Baroque to Broadway,” a concert featuring magical acts; “The Music and Magic of Robert Goleman - Close-up and Personal”; and Magical Dinners, which offered guests six “Over the Top” gourmet courses accompanied by music, magic, laughter, and extraordinary desserts.