Number 477 - 15th August 2009
An
Audience with Paul Daniels - Live show dates for 2009. Paul Daniels
continues to make appearances at Art Centres and more unusual venues
throughout the year. We've heard first-hand just how good these evenings
really are. They included a Q&A session followed by the magic routines
that Paul is famous for, together with other routines that you won't
have seen before. See
www.starsaroundtown.co.uk. Paul Daniels joins Marcus Brigstocke on
BBC Radio Four's "I've Never Seen Star Wars" at 11pm on Thursday 27th
August.
www.pauldaniels.co.uk.
5th September Blackfriars Arts Centre,
Boston 7.30pm
18th September Woodclyff Hall, Wargrave 7.30pm
25th September The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham 7.30pm
3rd October Tiddington Community Centre, Stratford-upon-Avon 7.30pm
9th October Boughton Village Hall, Boughton Under Blean, Kent 7.30pm
19th November Memorial Hall, Battle (Hastings) 7.30pm
20th November Trinity Arts Centre, Gainsborough 7.30pm.
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David
& Dania will be closing the International Magic Show at the British
Ring Convention next month.
Although both came from a show business background initially neither had trained
in magic or quick-change. Dania trained as a gymnast going on to acrobatics and
dance, and with these talents created a hula-hoop act performing with the Moscow
State Circus. David’s first circus act was juggling on a low-wire, but
additionally he trained in acrobatics, dance and theatre. He even found time to study magic.
How did their extraordinary act come into being and how was it
developed? Some of the answers to these questions will be revealed when John Pye
is in conversation with the duo at the British Ring Convention in Southport.
If there are any questions you would like John to put to David & Dania you are
invited to submit them to him by email in advance:
johnedwardpye@btinternet.com.
For the very latest convention update
Click Here (thanks to Bob Hayden).
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Portsmouth
Jumbo Day 2009. The South Coast's Largest Annual One Day Magic Event
- Sunday, 1st November. Doors open at 9am. Featuring up to 100 new and
used magic sellers, close-up magic sessions, an auction, a star lecture
from Mel Mellers, workshops and an evening gala show. Pre-booked all-day
pass £15 or admission on the day £17 (Fast-Track early registrations and
advance Dealer Registrations close October 14th). Venue: Portsmouth &
District Magic Circle, Buckland Community Centre, Malins Road, Buckland,
Portsmouth PO2 7BL (Map).
For more information visit
www.jumboday.co.uk.
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Kidology
UK 2009 - New magic for the children's entertainer! A Christmas
version of the popular Growing Hat is to be released at Kidology UK 2009
by Practical Magic. The artwork is brightly coloured on no-tear paper
and each of the shapes/designs relates to Christmas: a small green
triangle is one of the elves' hats; a large red circle is Rudolph's
nose; a red triangle is Santa's hat; the next picture is blue with snow
flakes; then there's a large stack of presents; and finally, Santa
himself. Price: £15.00 - but remember that this will not be released
before Kidology which this year is on Tuesday September 8th. It's at the
usual venue: the Civic and Wulfrun Halls in Wolverhampton. Tickets need
to be booked in advance and cost £35.00 which includes a buffet lunch.
This year's lecturers are Ali Cardabra (Walk Around Magic for Children);
Derek Lever (Children's Magic Props Through the Ages); Michael Diamond
(Halloween Magic) and Michael Fitch (Kids' Cabaret). 14 dealers with all
the latest children's props. Visit
www.practical-magic.com for more information.
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Join
your host, comedian Jez Rose - the man who Jonathan Ross calls
“hilarious!” - on the first Tuesday of every month for a new Comedy
Night of jaw-dropping comedy cabaret with guests. At The Bell Kitchen &
Bar, a vibrant and modern pub in the beautiful village of Waddesdon in
the heart of Buckinghamshire. Great atmosphere, delicious food and top
entertainment – an amazing evening not to be missed! Only £8 or why not
eat then stay for the comedy?...only £18 including a 2 course meal from
the specials menu. Plus... enter the Comedy Night monthly competition
for your chance to win 6 bottles of wine! Simply complete your caption
on one of the special Comedy Night bar mats found in the bar for your
chance to win! Advance booking recommended. Call The Bell to book: 01296
651320.
www.thebellwaddesdon.com
www.jezroseandcompany.co.uk.
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Jason
Steele and Joanne are seen here with Bo Thomsen, President of the
Magisk Cirkel
Danmark. They met Bo and his family midway during there current
summer season touring hotels in Mallorca.
www.jasonsteeleandjoanne.co.uk.
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Tanpari
eBook Readings. An exclusive invitation for magicians to join The
Leicester Magic Circle for Tanpari eBook Readings, this Monday 17th
August, at 8pm. They meet at the Ramada Jarvis Hotel, Granby Street,
Leicester LE1 6ES (Map).
There will be a small charge for non-members of £5
www.leicestermagiccircle.co.uk.
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Shadowmagic
by John Lenahan. "A Lord of the Rings for the 21st century. Only a
lot shorter. And funnier. And completely different. Conor thought he was
an average teenager. OK, so his father only had one hand, spoke to him
in ancient languages and was a bit on the eccentric side but, other than
that, life was fairly normal. Until, that is, two Celtic warriors on
horseback and wearing full armour appear at his front door and try to
kill him. After that, things get pretty weird. Shadowmagic is a fantasy
adventure for young adults (although grown ups will like it too).
Written by one of the most popular magicians in the country it brings a
fresh approach to the genre and will have a broad appeal beyond the
fantasy sections." For more info and to order visit
Amazon.co.uk.
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The
Fylde Mystics. Alan Mylecraine reports: The recent meeting at The
Fylde Mystics saw the society celebrating its first anniversary since
its re-formation last August. To celebrate, the society was host to the
premier of the new lecture by Mark James, the star of the new Super
Charged Classics DVD set. There were a number of non-members of the
society present at the lecture and all of them commented on what a
friendly society the Fylde Mystics is, with a membership of 19 and still
steadily growing, the first twelve months of the society have been truly
outstanding and long may it continue. For a full review of the evening
visit
www.fyldemystics.co.uk and for further information email
info@fyldemystics.co.uk.
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Tyler Wilson Lecture Tour, September 2009. Tyler Wilson will be presenting his brand new lecture in the UK next month, see What's On for dates and for more information email Kerry Scorah kerryscorah@mac.com. “Tyler Wilson has a wonderful, creative mind. His work with cards is top notch.” Joshua Jay. 15.8.09
Cabaret/stage magician wanted! Rose Thorne emails: "Hello, I'm looking for a cabaret/stage magician to perform at a new cabaret club in the East End of London. The club is inspired by David Lynch and the darker side of cabaret. This is a paid opportunity. Please contact me with fees and act details." www.myspace.com/thedoublerclub or email therrclub@gmail.com. 15.8.09
The
16th annual Repro Magic Cruise took place aboard the Fred Olsen
cruise liner the Balmoral from 26th July to 9th August - Ali Cardabra
reports,
Click Here • "Magician Paul never misses a trick with Fringe
holiday"
Click Here • "Illusion of success"
Click Here • "Living statues - the art of not falling over"
Click Here • "Abracadabra! Magicians share love of tricks with
Longview"
Click Here • "Magician to help raise ambucopter cash"
Click Here • Card magician Paul Gordon has recently has overhauled
his website. Visit
www.paulgordon.net to see what's new • "Heath Ledger's Final
Movie Trailer Released"
Click Here • That's it for another week. Many thanks for your
news items, see you next week, Duncan.
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