Number 794 - 12th September 2015
"British trio of acts through to finals of America's Got Talent"
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Slays During Semifinals"
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12.9.15
The
Session moves to London! From the organisers: Last year at The
Session attendees were sharing magic with Derren Brown, David Blaine,
Dynamo, Troy, Ben Hanlin, Guy Hollingworth, Pit Hartling, Denis Behr,
Daniel Madison, Roberto Giobbi, Juan Tamariz, and more. We sold out and
had to turn away over 100 magicians who waited to register. The Session
2016 is shaping up. It is now based in a hotel just minutes away from
Heathrow airport and will feature a one-off mentalism day on the Friday
beforehand, curated by Luke Jermay. So far acts to be announced are:
FISM legend Helder Guimarães (photo) and Swedish creative genius Tom
Stone, ITV's "Benidorm" creator and writer Derren Litten, world famous
magical psychologist Richard Wiseman and many more. Half the available
tickets for The Session have sold out, before a single name had been
announced. January 8th - 10th 2016, London. See
www.sessionconvention.com for more.
12.9.15
The
Lost Patrons of The Mother Black Cap - A Day of Magic in Winchester.
11th October from 12 noon - 8pm. Full 52 invites you to come and join
'The Lost Patrons of The Mother Black Cap' for a full day of deception,
connivery, and willful trickery! The following rogues and blaggards will
reveal their most cunning deceits: Mark Elsdon, Gary Jones, John Carey,
Roddy McGhie, Kieron Lefever, James Went, Dave Forrest and Liam Montier.
Cost: Only £10, and you will receive a £5 voucher on entry that may be
redeemed against any Full 52 products so, it's basically a fiver for a
full day of lectures! Where: Whitchurch Sports and Social Club,
Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire RG28 7RB (Map).
Visit
www.full52.com/the-lost-patrons-of-the-mother-black-cap for more
info and to book.
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Registration
for Belfast MagiCon 2016 is now open! With Roberto Giobbbi and John
Lenahan already confirmed and more acts to follow, this intimate
convention held in the heart of Belfast is shaping up to be an exciting
event for Magicians to attend. Dates are Friday 29th April 2016,
Saturday 30th April 2016 and Sunday 1st May 2016. We are pleased to
announce also that Roberto Giobbi will be hosting his Dai Vernon Seminar
on Monday 2nd May 2016 as an extra special treat. Filled with lectures,
workshops, dealers and performances galore, you don't want to miss this
opportunity to see the magic and experience the city of Belfast. Please
visit
www.belfastmagicconvention2016.webs.com for full details and
registration prices, and email
belfastmagicconvention2016@gmail.com to register. Nicola Cunningham.
12.9.15
Conjuring
at the Court, London, Thursday 24th September. From the organisers:
Conjuring at the Court - ‘the best magic show in London’ (Mel Mellers) –
has perhaps its best line-up ever! I enthuse about all of our shows but
the next show will be truly exceptional: John Archer is back! One of the
country’s top comedy magicians returns to the Court at last. Audiences
love his clever magic and direct, character-based humour. He’s toured
with Tim Vine, fooled Penn and Teller on TV, and is hugely in demand for
cabaret work. Michael Vadini is one of our favourite performers –
breathtaking magic, beautifully performed, with sophistication, humour,
and grace. Noel Britten, a fabulous comedian and magician – he has the
audience in stitches with his remarkable wit and strong magic. A touch
of international variety from Australia’s funniest juggler! James Bustar
has brought hilarious antics, mayhem and belly laughs to arenas and
corporate events for years. He holds world records for the greatest
number of raw eggs juggled while hula-hooping, the longest time juggling
clubs on a pogo stick, and many other equally unlikely feats. Can’t wait
to see him in action. Compered by exuberant co-producer, the amazing
Stephen Barry.
The show starts at 8pm and runs to 10pm with an interval. It’s in the
lovely function room of the Drayton Court, 2 The Avenue, West Ealing,
London W13 8PH (Map).
Come early to enjoy dinner in the lovely beer garden - it must be the
biggest in London – or in one of the pub’s elegant rooms. There is a bar
at the back of the room so you can have a drink while enjoying the
magic. Seats are comfortable and all have a good view of the stage. Just
12 minutes from Central London: take the West Ealing train from
Paddington and the pub is 2 minutes walk from the station. Parking free
from 6.30pm. Book now:
www.conjuringatthecourt.com - tickets £11 online or £12 on the door.
12.9.15
Close-up
Magic at The Magic Circle - London.
Friday 2nd October and Friday 6th November: An amazing collection of
close-up magicians presenting superlative magic right before your very
eyes. This event showcases some of the best close-up magicians available
and audiences get to meet the performers and experience the magic in the
intimate setting of the headquarters of the world-famous Magic Circle in
London, often taking part themselves. The format is of four tables, (two
in the Devant Room and two in the Clubroom) with a limited audience at
each. Four magicians of contrasting styles perform a 20-minute set for
each group in turn, typically with cards, coins and borrowed objects.
Volunteers are often used who will be as close to the magic as possible.
There is a 30-minute interval.
Doors open 7pm, event starts at 7.30pm and finishes at 9.30pm. Tickets £19.50 plus fee via www.seetickets.com. Venue: The Magic Circle headquarters, 12 Stephenson Way, Euston, London NW1 2HD (Map). Further details: www.themagiccircle.co.uk/public-events. Although all shows are of a universal nature and young enthusiasts are welcomed, 80 minutes of close-up is not usually recommended for those under 12. 12.9.15
The
Magicians' Podcast this week features one of the nicest guys on the British
magic scene, sleight of hand expert Michael Vincent. Listen to this Podcast
and catch up with previous ones at
magicianspodcast.podbean.com also see
www.facebook.com/MagiciansPodcast.
12.9.15
New
releases from Victor Voitko.
Victor Voitko is a professional magician, creating high quality props
for magicians worldwide. The majority of his products are original, Victor Voitko
creations. Victor writes: The methods, effects, and technical aspects are top-level.
We want to announce three exciting new products:
1. Deluxe Smokelight device. This compact SmokeLight device allows you to have a lot of smoke and light in your empty hands and in your props: Deluxe Smokelight device (compact version).
2. The Appearing-Folding Table. Table appears in the one second; three different styles are available: The Appearing Folding Table, The Appearing-Folding Table: Card Style, The Appearing Folding Table: Classic Style.
3. Deluxe Two Shot Magic Wand. This is a professional quality double shooting magic wand. At anytime during your performance , you can produce a bang and a flash: Deluxe 2 Shot Magic Wand. 12.9.15
Magic
at Merlins. Phil Peters writes: Merlins Magic Club held a lecture at
the shop last week by Amethyst. To a full house, Danny Hunt and Steph
Clarke explained the many aspects of escapology. There were
demonstrations of various handcuffs and stories and anecdotes which had
the audience spellbound. In the second half, they explained some of the
methods used by Houdini to reveal how fake psychics used to con the
public. The production of a ‘Spirit Hand’ was particularly interesting,
as was the psychic surgery Danny performed on Steff. Overall it was a
thoroughly enjoyable evening presented by true professionals.
www.merlinswakefield.com.
12.9.15
Stu-Di-Doo
British Magical Society Lecture. Paul Cadley writes: On Tuesday 15th
September the British Magical Society is pleased to present Stu-Di-Doo.
To open its Autumn season of lectures, the BMS has a treat for
Children’s Entertainers with one of the best in the business: Based in
Cumbria but working throughout the UK and beyond, Stu-Di-Doo’s
fun-filled magic shows and amazing balloon models are always in high
demand. Stu-Di-Doo has performed in all manner of venues from birthday
parties in living rooms and village halls to wedding receptions in the
grandest of hotels and he has even appeared on stage at the Winter
Gardens, Blackpool in the final of the UK Children’s Entertainers
National Championships. Non-members are invited to attend for a modest
£10 fee. Time and venue: 7.30pm, Selly Oak Ex Serviceman’s Club, Selly
Oak, Birmingham B29 7DL (Map).
See
www.britishmagicalsociety.co.uk for details.
12.9.15
The
Business Magician Seminar. Back in June 2014 Mark Leveridge ran a
special live event designed to provide key information to those looking
to use their magic in more ways with local businesses. If you missed the
original seminar you will be pleased to know that it is going to be
repeated on Saturday 10th October 2015 at the Mark Leveridge Magic
Academy in Exeter. The Business Magician provides two big sessions. In
the first half, Mark will explain how he has successfully created a
number of extra work opportunities by offering his strolling magic
skills to companies for a range of events outside the normal dinners and
social functions. He will reveal what these opportunities are, ways to
get to the right people to pitch for the work, and will give examples of
suitable magic to use. Then in the second half, Mark turns his attention
to trade shows and divulges a method which enables good performers to
make a real difference to businesses at exhibitions, and he explains
everything you need to know in order to decide whether this demanding
area of work is right for you. The Business Magician Seminar is a
professional event that is full of practical, real world advice, hints,
tips and targeted magic, and is an important opportunity for those
performers who are serious about wanting to work more with business in
their local area. Register now at
www.markleveridge.co.uk/mlmacademy.php for one of the limited
places. The seminar runs from 11.30am - 3.30pm.
12.9.15
Bradford
Magic Circle Annual Dinner and Cabaret. Steve Gore writes: The
Bradford Magic Circle invite you to their Annual Dinner and Cabaret on
Friday 27th November at 7.30pm. The cabaret features Deanna, Dennis
Calvert, Luke Jonas & Scott Olgard and top of the bill, the 'Amazing
Guy' himself, Mr Thom Peterson. There is a varied choice of menu and
hotel accommodation if required. It is at the Dubrovnik Hotel in
Bradford and tickets are £28 for members and £30 for non-members.
Tickets and menus can be obtained via Keith Pickles on 01274 818805 or
email kp4242@outlook.com.
12.9.15
Ali
Cook at The Firestation Arts Centre, Windsor. 8pm on Friday, 25th
September. From the organisers: Rescheduled from last season, Ali Cook
is a historian of deception. He's a sleight of hand expert, a street
magician, escapologist, stage illusionist and performer of thought
control. Star of ITV's ‘Penn & Teller: Fool Us', BBC1's 'Now You See
It', Channel 4's 'Dirty Tricks' and Channel 5's 'Monkey Magic', witness
breathtaking trickery from a master of his craft. "Supremely
talented" Time Out. "You blew us way" Penn & Teller.
"Astoundingly good" Mail on Sunday. Tickets and info:
www.firestationartscentre.com.
12.9.15
Now
That's What I Call Magic! Al Prendo (aka Alan Taylor) writes: I am
holding a very good magic show called 'Now That's What I Call Magic!' on
21st November at the Q Ball Snooker & Sports Bar, Times Square,
Southernhay, Basildon, Essex SS14 1DJ (Map),
featuring myself, Martin Cox, Andy Clockwise, Dean Maudsley and Claudia
the contortionist. Tickets are £10 in advance, or £15 on night. Magic
clubs: I'm charging £8 each for a minimum 6 people in a group. Email me:
taylor412514@blueyonder.co.uk or call me on 07917 285133. Hopefully
this will be the first of many magic night at the venue.
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At Home with The Magic Circle
- London. An evening of mystery and wonder featuring some of the
club's top magicians. See
What's On for dates in September, October and November. You'll learn
about the history of magic and The Magic Circle itself and get to
witness amazing close-up conjuring and a magical stage show as part of
this highly entertaining evening. Doors open at 7pm and the event
finishes at around 10pm. You'll be able to enjoy a drink in the Club
Room bar and browse the treasures of The Magic Circle Museum before the
magic begins at 7.30pm. During the interval you'll have a further
opportunity to explore our fabulous Headquarters before it's time for a
dazzling show in The Magic Circle Theatre to finish off your evening.
Tickets £34 for individuals or £30 for groups of 20 or more people. Tickets available from
www.themagiccircle.co.uk/public-events.
Suitable for ages 14 and above. Under 14s will not be admitted.
Venue: The Magic Circle headquarters, 12 Stephenson Way, Euston, London
NW1 2HD (Map).
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Now You See It,
or at least you will tonight, at
6.30pm on BBC 1.
"Fast-paced entertainment series voiced by Mel Giedroyc, featuring the
best and worst of magic and other incredible performers from around the
world." See TV Magic.
12.9.15
International
News: Moonstone lectures present Neal Scryer in Berlin, November 6th -
8th: "Neal Scryer is...well, was...a well-kept secret in the
mentalism community. That changed with his first book 'The Practical
Psychic's Little Black Book', followed by 'The Practical Psychic's
Little Black Book', 'Scryer's 13', 'Scryer's Band Of Readers' and other
now classic books. These publications put Neal Scryer in the spot-light
of mainstream mentalism. But even before his first book, Neal was
consulted regularly by top mentalists from around the world to help them
create unique performances. What Neal teaches are not the newest, fancy
mental magic moves, or the next blind-folded Ferrari test-drive. No.
What Neal teaches are the techniques that psychics, mediums and mystery
workers all over the world are using on a daily basis to connect with
their clients, to read them like an open book, and to tell them things
about their lives that they have not told anyone. What Neal teaches are
techniques of genuine psychic workers. Techniques that feel real,
because they are. Techniques that are convincing. Techniques that build
trust and deep relationships in the process. Make no mistake. Neal
Scryer is the real deal. He is a successful New York psychic and
mentalist. In November 2015, in Berlin, he will share everything he
learned in 40 years, with a select few people." For more info and to
book visit
www.moonstonelectures.com.
12.9.15
Danny
Hunt Anglian Magic Society lecture. Steve Majes (Secretary,
the Anglian Magic Society) writes: The Anglian Magic Society has the
amazing Danny Hunt lecturing on Tuesday 15th September. Hot from his
busy summer schedule Danny will share his wealth of experience in his
lecture "In The Footsteps of Houdini". The lecture will feature various
escapes and lock-picking techniques, a history of handcuffs and a look
at the life of Harry Houdini, including archive footage. This promises
to be a fascinating evening from a very warm and generous performer.
Members £2.00, visitors £10.00, tickets available on the door, all are
welcome. Starts 7.30pm at The White Horse Inn, The Street, Trowse,
Norwich NR14 8ST (Map).
See our Facebook page for more info
www.facebook.com/TheAnglianMagicSociety.
12.9.15
Trevor
Duffy Derby lecture. Paul Sharp writes: Derby Magic Circle's next
meeting is the Trevor Duffy lecture. This is a special lecture (not our
normal meeting night) being held at the Spot (DE1 2JW) on Wednesday,
16th September. Doors open at 7pm, ready to start at 7.30pm. Magicians
from neighbouring societies such as Nottingham Guild, Leicester MC, BMS,
Coventry MC, Wolverhampton CM are very welcome at Derby. Our past
members and other visiting Magicians are also invited to this special
gathering. There is a small fee of £10 payable on the night (this
includes a light buffet meal). Please contact our secretary Allan
Humphries on 01889 590 975 prior to attending. Places for this lecture
are limited, so to avoid disappointment, contact Allan asap. This
lecture is part of Trevor's UK tour. A rare and unique lecture (with a
meal), not to be missed! For more information about our programme for
the remainder of the year please visit
www.derbymagiccircle.com. Derby Magic Circle held their annual
Close-up competition recently. Well done to all 7 competitors who took
part. Clive Moore won the competition, with Paul Sharp runner-up. A
special thank you to Anthony Jacquin who was our Magical Judge for the
evening. Our thanks go out to all who attended and supported this event,
without your commitment these events won't be half as magical.
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Trevor
Duffy Blackburn lecture. Brian Lead writes:
Catch the North West lecture by Trevor Duffy, as part of his national
tour; hosted by the Modern Mystic League. Hailing from South Africa,
Trevor (the creative mind behind effects such the Phil Deck) will be
appearing at the St. Silas Parish Centre, Preston New Road, Blackburn
BB2 6PS (Map), on Tuesday, September 22nd, at 7.30pm. Visitors
just £5, including refreshments!
12.9.15
The
Gathering, Great Yarmouth. Stephen Bolam writes: Our next gathering will be
at 7.30pm on 6th October, at the St. George Hotel, Great Yarmouth. The aim of the social
evenings is to allow magicians to meet and socialise, and exchange ideas, in a
relaxed atmosphere. Entrance is free. If anyone wants go come along, please email
thegathering@mail.com or phone Kyle
on 07510 933734 for further information (with regret that we have to cancel the
ticketed event planned for 27th October).
12.9.15
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Click Here • Your UK magic news is always welcomed, see you next
week, Duncan.
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