Number 516 - 15th May 2010
David
Williamson will star at Shenanigans, The Irish Magic Convention
which will be held in association with IBM Ring 85 and The Society of
Irish Magicians, between 29th April and 1st May in Dublin next year.
From the organisers: "The word Shenanigans is defined by one online
dictionary as 'random adventures of an often silly nature' which pretty
much sums up the atmosphere at Irish Magic Conventions. The Irish have a
more colloquial term for it called 'craic', pronounced 'crack'. It is a
word used to portray a feeling of fun, happy times and great company.
But that still doesn't describe the atmosphere you will experience and
memories you will bring home from an Irish convention... 'The guys in Ireland treated me so unbelievably
kindly and were so hospitable during my stay. And I had such a blast at
their annual convention - it sticks out in my mind as one of the best,
ever! I would come back anytime!' Joshua Jay." Visit
www.irishmagicconvention.com for all the latest info (including
Facebook and Twitter links). 15.5.10
Perth
Magic Circle's 60th Anniversary Day of Magic - next Sunday 23rd May!
A really great day is promised. From the organisers: "Bill Davenport
will be making the long trip North to demonstrate and show all the
latest magic available from L. Davenport & Co. This will only be
Davenports second visit North of the Border in the past 60 Years. There
will be two lectures, from Roy Davenport and Trevor Lewis both Grand
Masters of our art. A special Scottish Close-up Card Cavalcade will
feature Gordon Bruce (say no more!), Peter McLanachan who performed at
the 2009 Four F's Convention in USA, Eireanne Leverette (originally from
U.S. but now residing in Edinburgh) and Neil Stirton originally a Perth
Member but now also based in Edinburgh.
"Perth City Council has granted the Society a Civic Reception in
recognition of the charitable causes supported by the club in the past,
and this will then be followed by the 60th Anniversary Gala Cabaret.
Trevor Lewis will emcee the evening which will see Roy Davenport perform
his award winning manipulative act that has taken him all over the
world. Also performing is Colin McLeod, fresh from his successful show
at last year's Edinburgh Fringe with his mind reading act. The Day of
Magic is being held in the Grampian Hotel, 37 York Place, Perth PH2 8EH,
Scotland (Map).
Doors open at 10am for a 10.30am start. The price for the full day is
only £20.00 payable at the door (£10.00 for juniors under age 16, if
accompanied by a responsible adult) There will also be bar facilities,
with snacks and meals available throughout the day." Further information
from Adrian Harris on 01738 628985 or
adrian.harris@blueyonder.co.uk
www.perthmagiccircle.co.uk. 15.5.10
Criss
Angel to present a special session at The Innovention, Las Vegas.
Paul Stone writes: "As promised, here is some more breaking news about
The Innovention taking place at the Suncoast Hotel & Casino in
Las Vegas from October 4-7, 2010. Hot on the heels of the announcement
that Teller will be presenting his very rarely seen 'Red Ball' lecture,
I am delighted to now be able to confirm that Criss Angel, star of the
major TV hit show Mindfreak and headliner in the live show
Believe with Cirque du Soleil at the Luxor Hotel & Casino, will be
presenting a special session at The Innovention. These major
names are in addition to an already stellar line-up of talent including
The Great Tomsoni & Co, Kevin James, Joseph Gabriel, Jeff Hobson,
Lennart Green, Richard McDougall, Joanie Spina, Shep Hyken, Seth Kramer,
Mel Mellers, Graham P. Jolley, Bob Kohler, and Magic Al. And there are a
few more names still to be announced! The Innovention will be unlike any
other magic convention! Don't forget we are limiting the numbers to just
375 people! At this time space is still available." For full details and
registration visit
www.innovention2010.com. 15.5.10
The
Magic Circle Stage Magician of the Year, John Archer will lecture
for Portsmouth & District Magic Circle on Monday 14th June. The evening
starts at 7.45pm. Non members welcome £5.00 admission. Venue: Portsmouth
& District Magic Circle, Buckland Community Centre, Malins Road,
Buckland, Portsmouth PO2 7BL (Map)
www.portsmouthmagic.co.uk,
www.john-archer.com.
Organised by Sean Lobban, PDMC secretary. 15.5.10
Conjuring
at the Court – Thursday, 27th May, London. Witness the impossible on
Thursday 27th May with a full evening of magic and comedy at Conjuring
at the Court. Noel Britten hosts a terrific line-up featuring Nicholas
Einhorn, Rajan, comedian Wes Zaharuk, and Michael Vadini (photo), runner
up in The Magic Circle Stage Magician of the Year competition. The show
takes place in the lovely theatre at Drayton Court, 2 The Avenue, West
Ealing, London W13 8PH (Map). Doors open at 7.30pm, the show starts at
8pm and runs for 2 hours with an interval. Seating is comfortable and
you can enjoy a drink while watching the magic. Tickets £10, only 90
available, so to avoid disappointment book via
www.conjuringatthecourt.com or through
tickets@conjuringatthecourt.com. They’ll also be available on the
door, if any are left. 15.5.10
Steve
Dela - London Lecture. Steve Dela is presenting a lecture for
International Magic on Wednesday 19th May at 7.30pm. It’s being held at
their usual venue - 2nd Floor, 'Casa Italiana', 136 Clerkenwell Road,
London EC1R 5DL (Map).
The cost is £15 per person payable on the evening, for more information
or to attend contact Martin MacMillan at International Magic on 020 7405
7324 or email
martin@internationalmagic.com
www.internationalmagic.com. 15.5.10
Al
Smith lectures at Merlins of Wakefield on Wednesday 9th June. Al is
well known throughout the magic world for his publications, published
reviews and effects. The lecture contains nothing particularly difficult
featuring a mix of self-working magic and card material designed to make
you look like an expert. The evening starts at 7pm and costs just
£5.00, including lecture notes and refreshments (bargain!). Numbers
are limited, and places must be pre-booked by calling Merlins on 01924
339933. Bookings will be taken on a first come basis
www.merlinswakefield.com. 15.5.10
Lex
Schoppi - new website launches! Lex Schoppi's specialist
publications have made a significant contribution to the popularity of
quick change on the magic scene. The international magic press and
leading Las Vegas magicians constantly recommend his books as being the
essential work on the subject. Lex Schoppi's new site feature his full
product range, and free delivery on all book orders for the week ahead.
Visit www.lexschoppimagic.com
today! 15.5.10
Mark
Leveridge Dealer Night, 7th June. At Mark Leveridge's next Dealer
Night, which takes place on Monday 7th June in the Derby/Nottingham area
at the Holiday Inn, Junction 25 M1, not only will attendees be able to
buy all Mark Leveridge Magic products at a 10% discount, but there will
also be deals on the Magicseen range of products too. All Back Issues
for the evening cost less than a quarter of their normal price, and if
you take out a 1 year subscription/subscription extension you can select
3 free back issues (or 6 for two years). Register now to take advantage
of these on-the-night offers, and also benefit from Mark's mini lecture
covering three previously unpublished effects, plus much more! Visit
www.markleveridge.co.uk. 15.5.10
A
celebration of the life and work of Billy McComb. Terry Seabrooke
emails: "Great week in August from 23 through 29th August this year with
the celebration of the life and work of Magic Castle favourite Billy
McComb. Many of Billy's pals will be taking part including Mystina,
Terry Seabrooke, and many Castle friends of Billy. What a week!"
www.magiccastle.com . 15.5.10
Thom
Peterson "The Amazing Guy" will be joining Kimmo and Al Conway to
complete this year's line up for the Vickers Carnley "Meet the
Presidents Night" on Monday 14th June at Outlane Golf Club,
Huddersfield. "Entry is £5.00 including a fantastic supper, and as usual
Presidents from visiting societies enjoy free admission. All we ask is
that you let us know you are coming so that people aren't disappointed.
Tel Mark Jordan 07837 080225 or email
mark.jordan18@btinternet.com." 15.5.10
Oliver
Meech is lecturing at the Aberdeen Magical Society on Tuesday 8th
June: "Described by Genii Online as 'wildly creative', Oliver Meech (The
Creative Conjuror) loves developing tricks with new plots. His first
book, The Plot Thickens, was a critical and commercial success,
and his work has been compared to Paul Harris and Jay Sankey. In this
fun and informative lecture you’ll learn a range of original yet
practical tricks. There will also be a mini-workshop teaching a powerful
creativity technique that makes it easy to develop new tricks of your
own." Tuesday 8th June at 8pm, £10 for non-members. Contact:
mail@aberdeenmagic.com for
more info. 15.5.10
Steve
Dela will be presenting his 'Work & Play' lecture at Portsmouth &
District Magic Circle on Monday 19th July. The evening starts at
7.45pm Non members welcome £5.00 admission. Venue: Portsmouth & District
Magic Circle, Buckland Community Centre, Malins Road, Buckland,
Portsmouth PO2 7BL (Map)
www.portsmouthmagic.co.uk,
www.stevedela.com.
Organised by Sean Lobban, PDMC secretary. 15.5.10
Magicians
and their families visiting the Ionian Island of Zakynthos (Zante)
this summer should look out for popular Scottish comedy magic
entertainer Paul Brignall who will be performing his Close-up Magic and
Cabaret Shows (and music!) at various venues in the resorts of Kalamaki,
Argassi, Alykes and Zante Town. 15.5.10
Richard Special's recent lecture at the Harrogate Society of Magicians was very well received, with President James Ward writing: "Coming from a working professional, your material - which was practical, easy to understand and simple to perform - was worth its weight in gold, as was your advice on presentation and approach, which I know our members found very useful. The fact that you use material from your working repertoire makes your lecture of particular benefit to the professional magician. However, because it is entertaining and easy to perform, it is also of great value to part-time hobbyists, who often make up the bulk of a magic club's membership. Either way, no one could fail to benefit from advice that can only be gleaned from years of working, as you do, in a real-life environment. Thank you again for a very entertaining evening." For booking information contact Richard Special MMC on 0208 549 9234 www.tricku.com. 15.5.10
Magi
Magic! When Past President of The Order of The Magi Nick Barnes was
asked to help a charity night for a school that a friend’s disabled
daughter attended, he was only too pleased to offer his services as a
close up magician. The event was held last weekend at the Hallmark Hotel
in Wilmslow in aid of Park Lane and Valley Special School. The only
thing was at almost the last minute Nick was informed that 30 tables of
10 had been sold which made it a bit of a problem to get round in the
time allotted, even for someone with Nick’s award winning skills! Being
the popular lad that he is Nick soon rounded up some of his fellow
members and provided a great night to the guests at this Gala Ball.
There was a special appearance of Graham Hawley (Corrie’s John Stape)
who thoroughly enjoyed the magic. The total income for the night
(including auction items) was £12,000 and Nick would like to thank The
Magi members for their support of this very worthwhile cause. The photo
shows members Simon Hobday, Nick Barnes, (actor) Graham Hawley, Alan
“Snaggers” Russell (current President of The Order of The Magi) members
Paul White, Geoff Radford, Dave Hutchinson and Barrie Horridge. The two
ladies at the front (L & R) are Ella Rowe and Ali Davies the event
organisers. Reported by Geoffrey Newton PRO. 15.5.10
Stuart
and Jayne (Safire) recently appeared at the famous Batley Variety
Club (The Frontier), on Thursday 29th April, in a Variety Show starring
Billy Pearce, Cannon & Ball, John Parr, Duncan Norville, Amen Corner,
Linda Newport and Momentum. The evening was hosted by James Brandon (of
BBC Radio Sheffield) in memory of Sam Sorono, who rose to fame as Tom
Jones on "Stars in Their Eyes". Funds were raised for the Rotherham
Hospice.
www.showbizcharity.com. Interview with the organisers:
Click Here. 15.5.10
The Academy of Magic are looking for a sales and marketing director to get involved and join the team. Most importantly applicants should be passionate and enthusiastic about magic and should have sales and marketing experience. For full information visit www.academyofmagic.com/jobs. 15.5.10
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Comedy Magician Eric Buss. Quentin Reynolds emails: "Comedy Magician Eric Buss from Los Angeles, was booked along with a bunch of other acts to perform in Puyang, China. His stories of the trip are simply .... well, check them out for yourself. What an amazing experience: Click Here (for Facebook users)". 15.5.10
Pennywise Magic. Due to unforeseen circumstances Pennywise Magic are not currently able to take orders. 15.5.10
Sean Heydon's alternative magic. Magic clubs wishing to hire Sean to perform at dinners or lecture are asked to note his new website address www.alternativemagic.com. 15.5.10
Wayne Dobson: A Life In Magic DVD set - special offer extended! The pre-order special free DVD offer has been extended, and the discs are now in stock... visit www.waynedobson.co.uk for details! 15.5.10
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