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Jonathan David Bass An illusionist who looks to be of the David Copperfield school of hair and makeup, Jonathan David Bass is in Houston for a lengthy stint. Only in his twenties, Bass has already been awarded the Siegfried and Roy Lion's Head Award for Excellence and Creativity in Magic, but his act is steeped in tradition in that he uses doves, practices a little Houdini-style escapism and makes things disappear. The twist is in his contemporary ideas and innovative execution; he won't be the least bit intimidated if you sit up close and try to learn his secrets -- which you most likely won't. He's pretty quick, too. Through February 2. Dinner seatings 6:30-8 p.m.; showtime, 9 p.m. Magic Island, 2215 Southwest Freeway, 526-2442. $15, show only; $24.95, dinner and show.