Pat Boone Theater Delays Opening As
Former Illusionist Plans Tour

September 27, 2011 - By Discover Myrtle Beach

On Monday, officials with The Pat Boone Family Theater say the theater will not open this coming weekend as previously announced.

The theater has been working to secure a new illusionist to replace Morgan Strebler, the award winning illusionist who was scheduled to open at the theater, but resigned suddenly on September 3.

In a statement made to the press on September 5, Glenn Milligan, a managing partner of the theater said, "Morgan is a talented illusionist but, as his father, my first concern has to be for Morgan and his health I believe that his return to Missouri is the best thing for him at this time."

Pat Boone to Appear October 17 & 18.

However, before the health issues reason was given, officials at the theater told Discover Myrtle Beach earlier in the day that "There were some creative issues that just had to be dealt with directly..."

Strebler himself said in his own press release on the 5th of September that he plans to return to Myrtle Beach when his non compete clause is up and made no mention of any health issue.

From what Discover Myrtle Beach has learned, Morgan was 55% owner in Liquid Metal Holdings LLC, but gave up his equity upon his departure. He has now scheduled a tour of Ireland for his "Inside Your Mind" show. The show has been in the planning stages, at least since September 16th; just thirteen days after his separation with the theater.

As of Monday's announced delay, reports still state Strebler left for health reasons. However, in a statement on Monday evening to Discover Myrtle Beach, Morgan dismissed any health issues the theater suggested stating, "I'm not sick and have never felt better."

Despite the most recent delay, the theater has two shows booked for the coming month. Former Major League Baseball player Pete Rose will be at the theater on October 17 & 18. Pat Boone is scheduled to perform from October 20 through October 23. The grand opening is now set for October 14.

Officials at the Pat Boone Theater.

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