Number 184 - 3rd January 2004
Paul
Zenon's latest TV special
White Magic with Paul Zenon shot in
Sweden and shown there just a few days ago goes out tomorrow (Sunday 4th)
at 12.30pm on ITV2. "Paul Zenon takes his own brand of street magic and
humour to the streets of Sweden." TV Magic.
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The
Rise of the Indian Rope Trick by Peter Lamont is reviewed in The
Observer by Michael Holland.
"Peter Lamont has
conjured up a magical read in his history of an unstoppable hoax, The Rise
of the Indian Rope Trick. In essence, Lamont entertains us with lessons in
how history can be invented. Using the example of the fabled Indian rope
trick, Lamont aims to show, and largely succeeds, how people will believe
a thing is true, despite all rational evidence to the contrary, indeed
despite outright denials of its existence, if it is repeated that it is
true often enough." To read the full review
Click Here. To order a copy from Amazon.co.uk (currently with 30% off
the published price)
Click Here.
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The
Gazzo Masterclass takes place in Bradford on the 7th, 8th and 9th of
May 2004 - places are limited. As part of his UK tour Gazzo will be
presenting his innovative workshop to just a small group of participants.
It will focus on street magic and cover elements such as engaging a crowd,
presentation and comedy. Not just about theory it will look at the
practicalities of working on the street, including an opportunity for all
participants to try some street performing for themselves and present a
short act on the streets of Bradford, with Gazzo as their advisor. The
Masterclass will be informal and friendly, offering a unique and
innovative learning experience from one of the world's finest street
workers. The fee is £150.00 and the event is aimed at the hobbyist through
to the seasoned professional. For more information and a booking form
email Simon Jackson
sa.jackson@btopenworld.com.
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WorldMagicShop.co.uk
are now advertising on MagicWeek and as an opening offer anyone signing up
to their mailing list by January 18th will be placed into a draw to win a
pre-release Chameleon Deck (one of a new range of products that they will
be introducing over the coming months). They offer fast delivery and all
orders are 'post free' - visit
www.worldmagicshop.co.uk today!
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"David
Blaine voted top 'loser' of 2003 - Illusionist David Blaine has been
voted the biggest loser of 2003 in a poll, beating Eurovision failures
Jemini and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham. The illusionist, who spent
44 days suspended in a glass box with no food over the Thames, drew 24% of
the vote." Full story form the BBC
Click Here.
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MagicTricks.co.uk
have given their website a new look for the New Year and have also added a
brand new 'Downloads' section to the site. Pay them a visit!
www.MagicTricks.co.uk.
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The
Magic Club, Birmingham, on Sunday, January 4th present Martin Cox
(photo), Dave Silk, Keith Bennett, Saxon, Marc Dominic and Keith Trick at
The Wharf Bar, The Quality Hotel, Walsall. Tickets: £5.00 in advance or
£6.00 on the door (NUS discount on production of NUS Card). To book call
Keith Bennett on 0121 628 9697. The show starts at 8.30pm and doors open
at 7.30pm. For more information call Keith Bennett on 0121 628 9697 or
Marc Dominic on 07887 656587.
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Fabrice
Delaure Productions have just re-released their classic Ten Little
Giants. Featuring 'micro-electronics' and a new design it comes with a
number of suggested routines but the creative performer will soon come up
with more. Clever stuff.
www.fabricedelaure.com.
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Punch
& Judy man and magician
John Styles was
awarded an MBE in this year's New Year's Honours List -
congratulations John!
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Paul
Hallas lectures at The Surrey Society of Magicians on Thursday 8th
January. The society meets at The Leatherhead Constitutional Club, 13
Linden Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7JB and visiting magicians are
welcome (£5.00 admission - meetings start at 8pm). For more information
visit
www.surreymagic.org.
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The
Classic Royal Road to Card Magic by Jean Hugard has just been
republished and includes a foreword by Michael Bailey. Available from
Amazon.co.uk with a 30% discount
Click Here.
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Safire
are special guests on
The Ken Dodd Laughter Show at
The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield,
on January 4th and 5th • Kevin Gallagher goes
'To Market' in the tenth in his series of articles for magicians,
Click Here •
"Game In TV" has officially launched on Sky Digital channel 283. It
broadcasts back-to-back game shows, comedy, magic, and documentaries •
Little Bunny's Card Trick by Bill Goldman is reviewed by Tom Lauten
this week
Click
Here • "Three million burnt-out Britons
abandon their high-flying careers in a search for the good life. Such is
the drudgery of life in the British workplace that next year 200,000
people will follow in the footsteps of one City trader, who surrendered a
six-figure salary this year to become a magician, and downshift" wrote
Cahal Milmo in the
Independent on December 31st •
Your UK magic news is always welcomed, have a magic week, Duncan.
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