ยFor those who believe, no explanation is needed. For those who donยt believe, no explanation will suffice,ย says Jamie Salinas as he begins the main event of Houston Sรฉance. Magician/ghost whisperer Salinas and partner Scott Wells summon ghosts known to haunt Market Squareยs La Carafe. (Wait, we thought La Carafe didnยt serve spirits? Hey-oh!) The sรฉance begins with a short history lesson from Wells about the building and spirits said to be trapped inside it, and then Salinas takes over and calls to the other side. We had the privilege of attending one night, but weยre not going to spoil the fun by revealing the happenings. We will say that we had to sign a waiver saying we wouldnยt sue if we were hit by broken glass or experienced nightmares later that evening. Anyway, each night is different, as Salinas and Wells never know which spirit is going to show up. The night begins with a cocktail reception, where the pair show off their sleight-of-hand skills before leading attendees up the staircase to the second-story corner of the bar. Weยre not saying drinking will help you believe, but it doesnยt not help. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. today through Wednesday. La Carafe, 813 Congress. For tickets and in-formation, call 832-724-3045 or visit www.houston-seance.com. $20.
Oct. 28-31, 8 & 10 p.m., 2007
This article appears in Oct 25-31, 2007.