Magic Lantern Shows!

Travel back in time!  The MAGIC LANTERN SHOWS channel brings you illustrated stories and poems for kids of all ages, beautiful songs, and hilarious animated comedy.  The pictures were created 100+ years ago for the magic lantern—the first projector. Projected magic lantern shows were an important step in the history of film. Our Playlists of shows include Christmas, Comedy, The Civil War/Black History, Dramatic Stories, American History/Patriotism, and Religion.  A brief introduction and follow-up by our showman will help you learn more about what you’re enjoying.   

You can find more information about the magic lantern, the American Magic Lantern Theater, the slide artist, and our showman in the description for each video.