Number 630 - 21st July 2012
Yu
Ho Jin and Yann Frisch - Fédération Internationale des Sociétés
Magiques Grand Prix Winners, for stage and parlour magic, Blackpool, 2012. As
predicted in
MagicWeek just a few weeks ago, FISM 2012 produced arguably the
finest set of competition winners for some 30 years. I had in mind
Yu Ho Jin,
Yann Frisch
and Marko Karvo
having seen them all live; add Marcel 'Prince of Illusions' to the
equation, together with some of the other finalists, and the result was in
fact a
'best-ever' FISM Championship. I would have loved to have seen the
all-winners show but unfortunately I couldn't make it to the convention.
Magic writer Walt Lees has forwarded his report written for the
Blackpool Magicians' Club covering
the convention events, but not
the competitions which ran simultaneously
Click Here. For a full list of all the competitors, together with
their actual scores,
Click Here. Photographs
of the two Grand Prix champions © Daniel Eden/Eden Photography, used with permission
(many thanks Dan), visit
www.eden-photography.net then 'Proofing' and enter password
FISMDAY1, FISMDAY2 etc. to see the entire collection. The next FISM
World Championships of Magic will take place in Rimini, Italy, from 6th
- 11th July 2015:
www.fism.org. Please don't watch these winners on YouTube... wait
until you can see their incredible acts as they should be seen...
live. (DT). "Magicians spellbind competition judges"
Click Here. Yann Frisch at the EMC
Click Here.
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Looking for Mr Wright. Following on from his FISM success last
week (congratulations Matt! Joint 2nd place in 'Parlour Magic') Matthew Wright
is arranging a
UK lecture tour for March 2013. In this brand new
lecture "Looking for Mr Wright" he will break down and discuss his
award-winning act and also demonstrate effects from his upcoming DVD release
"Raise The Bar". To book Matthew for your club or magic event email
matthewwrightmagic@hotmail.com also see
www.chamberofsecrets.eu.
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The Essential Magic Conference
- 27th, 28th and 29th of July. The third and final Essential Magic Conference.
33
magicians, 3 days of magic; the world’s first
digital conference for magic and magicians. Dynamo and Cyril Takayama have just
been added to the line up. Watch all sessions online, and on demand, for one
year, and also receive an 8 DVD Box set of all the sessions once the conference
is over (mailed post free worldwide). Register for the EMC2012 and get a 25%
discount on all Essential Magic Collection products. The
Conference package is US $99 or EUR €75. Find out more and register here:
www.essentialmagicconference.com. MagicWeek is delighted to once again be an EMC Media
Partner in this, their final year.
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International
Magic Convention (November 16th, 17th, 18th at The Mermaid Theatre,
London). The International Magic Convention is very pleased to announce that
Joanie Spina will be joining them not only for a lecture at the weekend
but also as one of the guest speakers on the previous Monday (November
12th) at the all-day seminar on Directions at The Bridewell Theatre. As
principal performer, choreographer, and artistic consultant to David
Copperfield for eleven years, Joanie Spina redressed the ancient art of
magic with the flair and calibre of Broadway and Hollywood productions,
and in association with David raised the stature of magic to new
heights. Her regular column in Magic magazine is an unmissable read with
advice that’s worth its weight in gold. During these two London
appearances you will have the chance to see and hear Joanie as she
explains and illustrates what it takes to raise your game. Jim
Steinmeyer says "When it comes to secrets, Joanie Spina is the secret
weapon behind some of the most successful magicians of our generation.
As a consultant and director, she makes ordinary magic extraordinary,
and turns good performances into great performances. There's no question
about it, she's the magician that great magicians depend upon."
Noel Britten, co-organiser of the Convention said "the most exciting part of Joanie’s visit is that we will be able to offer personal and private artistic direction sessions with her in the week leading up to the Convention. You can take this rare opportunity to book a time slot with Joanie and receive her full attention as she works with any element of your performance that you desire. I strongly recommend that you visit her website www.joaniespina.com and read the plaudits that her work so richly deserves and then jump at this chance – I guarantee it will be money well-spent. Her attitude in development of an act or performance is nurturing and encouraging, and her warm and reassuring personality would make anyone feel comfortable enough to stretch themselves, take chances and improve their act beyond measure. I’ve seen her work with all types of performers from patter to silent, stage to close-up and all have benefitted from her advice and guidance." There are only a limited number of spaces available for this opportunity. Contact noelbritten@talk21.com to book your time slot. 21.7.12
Kidology
UK 2012. From organiser Albion Magic: "Kidology UK 2012 is rapidly
approaching on 11th September 2012, most delegates have also elected to
register for the first ever Kidology Children's Entertainer of the Year
competition which is to be held the night before on 10th September.
Competitors include, Julie Carpenter, Shane West, Sally Rigley, Stephen
Ablett, Pip the Clown (Carol Bosworth) and Dov Citron. That will be
followed by a party with cabaret from illusionists Amethyst. Main
lectures on the day are from Gay Ljungberg (Sweden) on transforming kids
into instant actors on stage, Gary James (Scotland) with 'The Business
of Magic' workshops; he will also have on offer his complete magic
workshop kit and last but certainly not least Ozzy Dee (England) sharing
a wealth of information on games for larger indoor or outdoor events. He
will also host the night before competition. New faces amongst the
dealers include Razamataz Magic and Axtell Puppets. Also great news is
that Steve Evans in addition to hosting the day will be presenting his
extremely popular 'Bits of Business' workshop which was totally
oversubscribed last year. More details of the other workshops to
follow." For full details and registrations contact Alec Powell on 07831
115448 or visit the Albion Magic website
www.albionmagiccompany.co.uk.
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Lennart
Green One Day London Workshop, Sunday 23rd September. From the
organisers: A one day interactive workshop with the great Lennart Green,
one of the foremost magicians in the world today. His very unique style
is entwined with cunning psychological techniques which leave the
audience believing the impossible is happening before their very eyes.
The workshop will take place from 10am to 5pm and will include
performances, lectures, hands-on practice sessions, sessioning with
Lennart in attendance to help out, and a Q&A session where your
technical questions will be answered. This is a truly unique opportunity
to learn some of the very best close-up card magic available anywhere.
We would suggest that this workshop is not really suitable for complete
beginners in card magic. We are determined to cram as much useful info
into the day, and won’t have the time to explain basic handling
techniques. A good basic knowledge of stock card sleights is all we ask.
Places are limited to keep this event personal and allow everyone to get
the most out of this fantastic day. Cost of the day is £80. Venue is the
Ibis Hotel Euston, 3 Cardington Street, London NW1 2LW (Map)
telephone 0207 3887777. A one minute walk from Euston Station. Plenty of
parking on a Sunday. Tea and coffee charged at £5 per head for all day.
For more info and to book visit
magic52.net.
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Chris
De Rosa will be appearing in an event for Glasgow City Council on
27th July in "The Merchants of Magic", a late night cabaret as part of
Glasgow's Merchant City Festival. Starring: The Art of Illusion (Chris
De Rosa), The Great Aziz, Gypsy Charms, Laser Harpist Greig Stewart and
Can Can Dancers French Fling, together with a few other surprises.
Tickets £15. Doors open 10pm until 12.30am at The Old Fruit Market,
Merchant City, Glasgow. Booking office hotline: 0141 353 8000. More info
on this and other Merchant City Festival events can be found at
www.merchantcityfestival.com.
21.7.12
The
Golden Rules of Acting that nobody ever tells you. Andy Nyman's
first book for the public will be available from next week. It is an
absolute treasure trove of advice for actors, magicians, singers and any
freelancer or dreamer who wants to make their ambitions come true. "A
wonderful insight into the secrets of success that will help anyone
achieve their dreams." Richard Wiseman. "Andy's distilled guidebook is
smart, hilarious, and just might get you work!" Neil Patrick Harris. You
have a couple of days left to pre-order a signed copy at the bargain
price of £4.79 incl p&p (instead of £5.99 + p&p) via
www.thegoldenrulesofacting.com (use the code 'signed copy' at the
checkout).
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Peterborough
Society of Magicians Annual Convention, Sale, Exchange and Lecture Day
for 2013 will be held on Sunday 7th April 2013 at their usual venue, the
Millfield Community Centre, Lincoln Road, Peterborough PE1 2PE (Map).
"As this is the 25th anniversary of this event our aim is to make this a
very special occasion, so make a note of the date in your diary. Whether
you are buying, selling or just want a fantastic day of magic and
entertainment this is the event for you and should not be missed. Keep a
look out for further information on this site or contact Keith Downs our
Event Organiser Tel: 01778 343167."
www.psmagicians.org.uk.
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Jon
Allen last weekend presented an exclusive online magic lecture,
including never-before-released effects. If you missed it, you can
download the full lecture via
www.close-upmagician.com/news.
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Psychic
Cabaret returns to York on August 2nd at
The Basement
after a complete sell-out last month: "Headlined by Luke Jermay, each
event sees different performers and performances brought into one
two-hour evening show. This month's performers, as well as Jermay,
include Chris Rawlins, Craig Stephenson and Tom Crosbie. The show is a
phenomenal way to see professional magicians and mentalists perform
their No. 1 sets to a 'lay' audience and then have the opportunity to
meet them afterwards. At the July show, we had to turn people away, so
to avoid disappointment, book your tickets now!" To book visit
www.psychiccabaret.com or
facebook.com/PsychicCabaretYork for a special group discount rate.
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David
Lees and Denis Shields present their "Something for All" magic
lecture at the Fort Theatre, Kenmuir Avenue, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64
2DW (Map)
on Thursday 26th July at 7.30pm. Entry fee £5 on the door.
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The
Pye's the limit! Geoffrey Newton IBM British Ring PRO writes: It is
with great pleasure that I report that Northwest magician from Clitheroe
John Pye has just been installed as the International President of The
International Brotherhood of Magicians at their 2012 convention held in
Norfolk Virginia USA. He is only the 4th British person to take this
role in the society’s 90 year history. Achieving this accolade of a
worldwide organisation must be the ultimate outer limit of success for
any magician. John has worked hard for the art of magic for many years
now so this is a well deserved honour to recognise his efforts. He still
remains Secretary to the IBM British Ring and been president of the
British Ring in 1995. He was Secretary to the Northern Magic Circle for
13 years. This local man who has never lived more than 10 miles from
where he was born is now about to take on a global year travelling to
represent the IBM at many Ring conventions throughout the world. It’s
therefore bon voyage John wherever your wand takes you and I look
forward to reporting on your travels over the next 12 months.
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Bexley
Magic Society’s Magic to Music competition. Wednesday 18th July saw
the latest in Bexley Magic Society’s Magic to Music competition. Three
contestants, David Klass, Rob Page and Joe Greenaway had all been given
different pieces of music a few weeks earlier. They then had to come up
with magic routines to perform in front of an audience of their peers
and lay people. Only club members were allowed to mark the acts. This
year the winner was David Klass (pictured) who performed Jon Allen’s
Silent Treatment, Billy McComb’s Blendo Sucker Silk and a lovely version
of the Gypsy Thread. Also providing entertainment on the night (but not
competing) were past winners, Megan Knowles Bacon, club secretary Dave
Andrews and club president Roy Marsh. The evening was compèred by club
chairman, Kevin Doig. Congratulations to David; commiserations to the
other acts...next year maybe. Roy Marsh.
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David
Penn Lecture - Cotswold Magical Society: "We are very pleased to be
welcoming David Penn to Cotswold Magical Society once again. He is
always thoroughly entertaining and we are sure that we will be in for a
magical night. We welcome visitors from other societies to join us for
the evening at the very modest cost of £5 per head. Wednesday August 1st
at 7.30 for 8pm." Venue: The Hucclecote, Community Centre, Hucclecote
Road, Gloucester GL3 3RT (Map)
www.cotswoldmagic.co.uk.
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Merlins
of Wakefield have their new July/August Preview catalogue available
now, and it's free. Just email
merlins@btconnect.com and they will send you a PDF copy. If you
would rather have a printed copy, just include your postal address. They
aslo have a few spaces available in their 'Kids Summer Magic Schools'
programme. This is for 10 to 16 year olds who are beginners and want to
learn some great magic tricks. For more details
Click Here, or call Merlins on 01924 339933 for availability.
www.merlinswakefield.com
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Phillip
Northfield - Paradox. "The Magician, Mind Reader, Mentalist and
general strange egg will be attempting to predict the lottery, play
Russian Roulette with Staple guns, read the minds of random audience
members, do a card trick like no other and attempt a feat of mental
wizardry, the magnitude of which is a headache to even consider! (Hint:
It involves a blindfold, a Rubik s cube and the 26 letters of the
Alphabet)." Venue: Theatre on the Steps, Stoneway Steps, Bridgnorth WV16
4BD (Map),
25th & 26th July, 8-9pm, tickets £5. Box Office 01746 764 949
www.theatreonthesteps.co.uk
www.phillipnorthfield.co.uk.
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"Paul
Gordon's all-new killer workable card magic lecture" Leeds Magic
Association host Paul Gordon at 7.30pm on Tuesday 25th September: "Paul
Gordon presents an evening of entertaining 'worker' card magic you can
and will use" Venue: St Johns C of E Church, Harrogate Road, Leeds LS17
7BZ (Map).
More info:
www.leedsmagic.co.uk and
www.paulgordon.net.
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Dr
Nicolas Grimoire brings his haunting presence to Castle House in
Carmarthen for Saturdays during the summer. Dr Grimoire (aka South Wales
based magician and story teller Nick Brunger) will be offering eerie
walkabouts interspersed with his own brand of Gothic Magic in this
former Victorian police station and lock up. These free tours will
include unsettling stories and terrifying tales of crime and execution
in the town once described as the "wild west of Wales". For information
and bookings call 01267 231557 or visit
www.thespookymagiccompany.co.uk.
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Magicians
Wanted! Eugene Matthias writes: Magicians needed to work in
education. For the last 12 years Eugene Matthias has been working in
education having been commissioned to develop a series of educational
magic shows in conjunction with different Government agencies and local
authorities. These magic shows are now marketed direct to schools
through the brand name of the Magic Club of Great Britain
www.themagicclub.com. Due to the success of this programme we now
need a limited number of professional children's entertainers who are
interested in working and developing a business in education, working
between Monday to Friday (9.30am – 3.00pm) in their own areas. For more
information visit
www.themagicclub.com or contact Eugene Matthias on 07730 111111.
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