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Magic Show touring exhibition - Blackpool This Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition can be seen free at The Grundy Art Gallery, just a short walk from The Winter Gardens from Saturday 13th February - Saturday 10th April (10am -5pm, closed Sundays). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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Jus' Like That! More information: Click Here |
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Quentin Reynolds' Psychic Game Show The success of the February shows prompted the management of The Lass O'Gowrie to ask Quentin to continue every Monday in March. Good pub food is available for those arriving early. They also brew their own beer on the premises. "A bewitching blend of mindreading and humour." Shows start at 8pm. Tickets £5.00 at The Lass O' Gowrie, 36 Charles Street, Manchester M1 7DB (Map). Phone 0161 2364452 or visit www.psychicgameshow.com. |
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Chris Cox - Mind Over Patter
"The UK’s most exciting mind-reader who can’t read minds, Chris Cox is
renowned for his incredible ability to predict the unpredictable. He
will bring his award-winning five-star Edinburgh 2009 show to the
Pleasance theatre Islington for a short run. Unleashing the dormant
mind-reader in every audience member, Chris envisions a perfect world
where the mundane can be magical, getting a seat on the train is always
assured, the objects of your desire always find you irresistible – and
even winning the lottery could be a possibility." |
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Enigma - Derren Brown Tour 2010
The dates are subject to change and
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Steve Dela - London Steve Dela, two time British Ring IBM close-up champion, Young Magician of the Year, three time winner of the IBM Rovi Trophy for card magic and star of the sell out show Fantasmagoria, lectures for The Academy of Magic this Sunday (7th March). The lecture will be held at The Phoenix Artist Club, Charing Cross Road, London (doors open 7.30pm) or watch the whole lecture live online from 8.30pm on www.academyofmagic.com. |
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Phenomenon Magic Cabaret - Shrewsbury Phenomenon Magic Cabaret returns at 8.30pm on Sunday 7th March at the Loft, The Old Post Office Public House, Shrewsbury. Tickets are £6.00. "After the first two sell-out shows Phenomenon returns with host Magic Kev 'self proclaimed alpha male and zombie killer', Phil Hasted (comedy and magic) and multi award winning magician Paul Dabek (photo)." Call 01743 241071 to reserve tickets; un reserved tickets will also be available on the door. 6.3.10 |
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Sean Heydon Lecture Tour Sean Heydon is embarking on a 36 date tour, later in the year (23rd July -3rd September). In preparation he's doing a mini tour featuring some of his smaller routines (basically his cabaret act, sorry no tigers or airplanes!). The dates are 4th March: Leek, 7th March: Sheffield and 8th March: Derby. For venue locations and more info email sheydon@aol.com www.seanheydon.com. |
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Steve Dela at The Academy Following on from the release of his new DVD, Work and Play, which is gaining rave reviews, Steve Dela is lecturing at The Academy of Magic at 8pm on Sunday 7th March. The lecture will be streamed live and can be watched from anywhere in the world. For more details visit www.academyofmagic.com, where you'll also be able to watch the previous lecture from Hayashi. |
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The Magic Cavern show
produced and presented by Richard Leigh*
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An Audience with The Chuckle Brothers, with Safire Having completed the 21st series of the ever-successful series “ChuckleVision” for the BBC Paul and Barry have decided to interact live with their audience and fans. In this one-off tour special they will be showing film clips of some of their favourite routines as well as performing some of your favourite live routines with supporting artistes. They will speak about the most memorable incidents from their career, which changed their lives and turned them in to one of Britain’s best loved family double acts.
Sunday 7th Grimsby Auditorium 0870 0602331
Tues 30th March Nottingham Royal Centre 01159895555 |
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Chris Cox: Mind Over Matter - London The Pleasance in Islington from March 8th - 14th at 8pm nightly. 'Mind Over Patter' is Chris's 5 star award-winning Edinburgh show from 2009. www.magiccox.com. "One of the most exciting entertainers in Britain. Sure to be playing bigger stages here and abroad soon….The hottest ticket in town" The Guardian. |
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Michael Vincent - Manchester Michael Vincent will be lecturing at The Order of The Magi (Manchester) on Tuesday 9th March at 8pm at the Irish World Heritage Centre, Queens Road, Manchester M8 8UF (Map). This internationally renowned magician has won The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year competition no less than three times and appeared at events all over the world. He has been called the magician’s magician, presenting his magic with style and panache. All welcome, door charge for non members. For further information contact Secretary Mike Sharples on 0161 287 7865 or email secretary@orderofthemagi.org.uk For more info and directions visit www.orderofthemagi.org.uk. |
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Peter Roberts Lecture - Blackpool New and clever ideas. Peter Roberts, will be offering some new and clever ideas when he lectures at the HQ of Blackpool Magicians’ Club on Tuesday, 9th March. Doors open at 7pm and the lecture starts at 8pm. An award winning performer, Peter, who is the 2010 President of the Manchester Circle of Magicians, is well known for presenting magic in an entertaining way so there will be something for everyone in this lecture. As usual, entry is free to all members and associates of the Blackpool Magicians’ Club. Details of membership and associate membership (which is only £25 a year) can be obtained from the club website www.blackpooolmagic.com. |
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Scott Creasey lectures for the SCA Wednesday 10th March at 8pm. Scott Creasey, the ESPecialist and originator of the BIP book test, will be bringing his lecture to Glasgow on Wednesday. In addition to his lecture, Scott is offering his workshop "Performing Mentalism Professionally". The workshop starts at 6pm, with a fee of £10 (includes a CD-rom for every participant). To attend the workshop contact Scott Cuthbertson scottcmagic@ntlworld.com in advance. The lecture starts at 8pm, visiting magicians welcome. Venue: Walton Conference Centre, Southern General Hospital, Glasgow G51 4TF (Map). www.scottishconjurersassociation.org.uk. |
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South Tyneside International Magic Convention
The climax of the week-long festival, which runs in South Shields from
Monday, March 8th, will be the return of the popular three-day magic
convention featuring a mixture of master classes, lectures and close-up
magic, running from Friday March 12th until Sunday March 14th.
Performers set to lead masterclasses during the event include Swedish
magician Lennart Green, humourist Tim Sonefelt and American mentalist
Joshua Quinn, who will be appearing in the UK for the very first time.
There will also be a very special appearance by Simon Drake, star of
The Secret Cabaret and creator of the London-based
House of Magic,
who will be appearing via video link to talk about his experiences and
answer questions from the audience. Ticket holders for the convention at
the South Tyneside International Magic Festival can also attend both of
the festival’s main Gala Shows, which will be held at the Customs House
on Friday March 12th and Saturday March 13th, as well as being given
admission and transportation to a special Midnight Show, which will be
held at the Sea Hotel on Friday, March 12th. The line-up for these shows
includes all three of the convention’s masterclass leaders, as well as
illusionist and world-record breaking escapologist Shahid Malik, and
comedian Brad Manuel, who is making his first ever visit to the UK in
order to compere Friday’s Gala Show.
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London's World Famous and Original Jack the Ripper Séance Offering a crazy ticket deal for all magicians. Their Saturday March 13th performance has tickets priced at £15 each. However by emailing the organisers via their website and stating the words 'Séance Offer' in the email, you will be offered two tickets for the price of one! The Jack the Ripper Séance combines illusion, suggestion and mystery, and is hugely popular both within the magic community and with the broader general public. Visit www.seancenights.co.uk for further details. |
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P C Sorcar Jr - London P C Sorcar Jr performs at the London Ananda Utsav 2010 on Saturday and Sunday March 20th and 21st in the Great Hall, Alexandra Palace. "Anandabazar Patrika presents a unique and fun-filled event to be held in London, UK from the 19th to 21st March 2010. The P.C. Chandra London Ananda Utsav is an initiative to bring together the vast Bengali community living in the UK by providing a platform where they can celebrate the essence of Bengal. This festival is the first of its kind in the UK and the venue for this fun fiesta will be the incredible and splendid Alexandra Palace situated in North London. The three day event will see outstanding performances by the best of Bengali and Indian artists and performers." Visit www.londonanandautsav.com for booking details. |
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The Order of The Magi Annual Dinner and Cabaret Geoffrey Newton PRO: The Annual Dinner and Cabaret this year takes place on Saturday 20th March 2010 at our headquarters The Irish World Heritage Centre in Manchester. Tickets for a four course meal and three part cabaret are only £30 which makes remarkably good value for money. Providing the entertainment this year is the sophisticated dove act of Danny Jewell who won both the Northern Magic Circle trophies recently. We have the comedy magic of Martyn James and superb illusions from Andrew Green. The President (Ian Ball) and Council are looking forward to seeing our guest of honour Shirley Ray, President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring 25 (pictured) together with her husband Dave Cass whose musical skills are well known to British Ring conventioneers. Shirley is known internationally for her expertise in the area of balloon modelling and has won many awards on this particular subject. Shirley is a Past President of Leeds Magical Society and a Member of The Magic Circle. Put the date in your diary now 20th March 2010. All information is on www.orderofthemagi.org.uk. Tickets are available from Ian Ball at president@orderofthemagi.org.uk or telephone 01457 835990. |
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Hey Presto Show, Bingley Tickets for Bradford Magic Circle's annual 'Hey Presto' production are now available. This year's show on 20th March, held at Bingley Arts Centre, will star current Young Magician of the Year winner Michael Jordan, the brilliant Terry Herbert (photo), current Bradford Magic Circle President Jon Harris, Sibling rivalry and Illusions via 'High Jinx' and The Spotlight Dancers. The show always sells out, so book early via www.bradford-theatres.co.uk, telephone 01274 432000. Tickets are also available from Keighley and Shipley Information shops, The Council Shop and Travel Options on Main Street Bingley, or any Bradford Council ticket agency. |
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Magic Show for Charity - South London Simon Rosselli of Amigo's Magic will be appearing (and disappearing) to help the refurbishment of a charity building in South London on March 20th. Great fun and entertainment for all the family, with one lucky person to be cut in half! Tickets £5 Reserve your tickets on 0208 480 8176 or www.amigosmagic.co.uk for more information. Showtimes: 11am and 1pm. Venue: Nettlefold Hall (West Norwood Library), 1-5 Norwood High Street, London SE27. |
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20.2.10 The Mysterium Saturday 20th March at 7.30pm. "Magician and Druid, Rob Chapman takes an interesting look into the world of secret societies and the path of the real magician. Part of the Oswestry Festival of the written word. A number of great authors were part of secret societies like the Golden Dawn, what was it they sort? Why the path of the occult? Blending mind magic, spirit theatre and techniques learnt through 8 years of facilitating spiritual retreats and workshops. The Mysterium promises to be different. Limited to 15 seats." Contact Rob via his website or on 07800 799578 to reserve your ticket. Venue: 1st Edition, 32 Beatrice Street, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 1QG (Map). www.robchapman.weebly.com |
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Comedy Magic Workshop - London With the goal of ‘Unleashing the comic within!’ the Comedy Magic Workshop offers magicians the opportunity to learn the real secrets of comedy from some of the funniest magicians in the business. Taking all the guesswork out of how to successfully write and deliver comedy in any magic or mentalism act, this full-day workshop is a must for anyone who wants to improve their performance. The Workshop’s format is split between lectures and hands-on participatory tuition and focuses on script writing, selection and development of effects, building a character, audience participation and much, much more. The featured instructors are: John Archer, Mel Mellers, Logan Murray, Jasper Blakeley, Matthew Wright and Mark Elsdon, who is hosting the day. London (Sunday March 21st). Further details, including availability and how to book can be found on the website: www.comedymagicworkshop.co.uk. |
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Conjuring at the Court On the last Thursday of every month, the Drayton Court hosts an evening of mystery and magic: "For our show on 25th March, we’re delighted to feature the very funny mind-reading of Graham Jolley, the silky-smooth sleight-of-hand of Michael Vincent; the comedy double-act of Dave Loosley and Joe Derrington; and the charming young Ed Hilsum producing doves from nowhere. The show is presented by genial up-and-coming TV personality Paul Metcalfe." The venue is the lovely theatre of the Drayton Court, 2 The Avenue, West Ealing, London W13 8PH (Map). It seats over 90 people comfortably and you can have a drink while watching the magic." Tickets £10.00. Doors open at 7.30pm and the show starts at 8pm. Free parking after 6.30pm on adjacent roads. To book visit www.conjuringatthecourt.com or buy on the door if any are left, this show does sell out. |
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British Magical Society - Annual Dinner On Saturday March 27th the British Magical Society, with President Mike Gancia and President-Elect Elizabeth Warlock presiding, holds its Annual Dinner at the Ramada Hotel, Penns Lane, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. This sparkling event with great food, brilliant cabarets, Tombola, raffle and close-up magic at the tables, is noted by many around the country as one of the main events in the magical calendar. For such a special evening tickets at only £35.00 are a snip. This year's cabaret features the sparkling comedy of Mark Shortland, brilliant manipulation by prize-winning teenager Danny Jewel, and the amazing illusions of Martyn James & Co. Presentations include the David Berglas Award for outstanding service to magic. Treat yourself to a great night out by contacting Pamela Buckley on 01827 715660. |
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Northern Magic Circle Convention - Lancashire Marc Paul, comedy juggler Steve Royle, illusionist Guy Barrett and ventriloquist Steve Hewlett will now join the list of already confirmed star performers appearing at the NMC convention in March that includes Nathan Kranzo (USA), Chris Priest (UK), John Hotowka (UK), Kostya Kimlat (USA), Dr Roger Woods (UK), Maurice Howarth (UK), Chris Cross (UK), Stephen Williams (UK), Brian Sefton (UK)), Paul Joyce (UK) , Darren Bonas (UK), John Dixon (UK) and Thom Peterson (USA). The convention takes place on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th March at the Marine Hall, Fleetwood, Lancashire. All those who register before 31st January will be issued with a Golden Ticket with entry into a lucky draw for an exclusive masterclass with Kostya Kimlat. The weekend will feature star lectures, competitions, an exclusive masterclass for all Northern Junior Members and a fantastic gala show on the Sunday evening. Registrations can be made online by visiting www.northernmagic.co.uk or by email via Alan Mylecraine allan@northernmagic.co.uk. |
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APRIL 2010 |
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Jus' Like That!
1st MIDDLESBROUGH Theatre 01642 81 51 81
www.middlesbrough.gov.uk More information: Click Here |
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Enigma - Derren Brown Tour 2010
The dates are subject to change and
additional venues and dates may be added. |
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An Audience with The Chuckle Brothers, with Safire Having completed the 21st series of the ever-successful series “ChuckleVision” for the BBC Paul and Barry have decided to interact live with their audience and fans. In this one-off tour special they will be showing film clips of some of their favourite routines as well as performing some of your favourite live routines with supporting artistes. They will speak about the most memorable incidents from their career, which changed their lives and turned them in to one of Britain’s best loved family double acts.
Thur 1st Apr Sheffield Lyceum Theatre 0114
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Tues 13th April Newcastle Journal Tyne
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Magic Show touring exhibition - Blackpool This Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition can be seen free at The Grundy Art Gallery, just a short walk from The Winter Gardens from Saturday 13th February - Saturday 10th April (10am -5pm, closed Sundays). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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Drew McAdam Mindplay He'll read your thoughts. He'll Influence your thoughts. And he will predict your thoughts... Exploring the untapped mysteries and potential of the human mind, Drew McAdam will use all his incredible abilities in this show. Body language interpretation, subliminal suggestion and, yes, mind-reading will combine with gentle humour to produce an entertaining, challenging, yet relaxing experience for spectators – and participants - alike. The result is Mindplay, a fascinating, fun-filled evening’s entertainment with Scotland's foremost mind reader. Drew will stop his pulse, reveal a word an audience member has selected at random, describe to a participant an event from their childhood, bend metal cutlery, demonstrate fast calculation, perform impressive memory feats... and read your mind! 7.30pm, 2nd April, Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Port-Na-Craig, Pitlochry PH16 5DR (Map) www.pitlochry.org.uk. |
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Late Night Magic |
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The Magic Cavern show
produced and presented by Richard Leigh*
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The Sideshow of Wonders
Saturday 10th at 3.00pm £12.00, £10.00 Concessions, The Jermyn Street Theatre, 16b Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6ST (Map) 1 minute walk from Piccadilly Tube Station. Box Office 020 7287 2875 or 24hour hotline 08444 771000. Or book online at www.falseimpressions.co.uk |
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Kimmo and Practical Magic - Scotland Ace Performers are proud hosts of the Kimmo Lecture and Practical Magic Dealer Demonstration on Thursday 8th April at 7.30 pm (Doors 7pm). The venue is St. Margaret's Church Hall, 96 Hall Craig Street, Airdrie ML6 6AW. "Guaranteed to be a massive night and certainly one not to be missed!" Entry is free for members and only £10.00 for non-members. For more information contact Gary Dunn on 07710 988814 or email garydunn@mac.com. |
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The Fabulous Magic of Bondini Tour 2010
Friday 9th April
The Maltings Theatre & Arts Centre,
Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland
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Comedy Magic Workshop - Newcastle With the goal of ‘Unleashing the comic within!’ the Comedy Magic Workshop offers magicians the opportunity to learn the real secrets of comedy from some of the funniest magicians in the business. Taking all the guesswork out of how to successfully write and deliver comedy in any magic or mentalism act, this full-day workshop is a must for anyone who wants to improve their performance. The Workshop’s format is split between lectures and hands-on participatory tuition and focuses on script writing, selection and development of effects, building a character, audience participation and much, much more. The featured instructors are: John Archer, Mel Mellers, Logan Murray, Jasper Blakeley, Matthew Wright and Mark Elsdon, who is hosting the day. Newcastle (Saturday April 10th). Further details, including availability and how to book can be found on the website: www.comedymagicworkshop.co.uk. |
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The Associated Wizards of the South Centenary Convention The AWS are celebrating their 100th year by staging a Centenary Convention on Sunday 11th April 2010 in Romsey, near Southampton. Artistes booked to date include Kostya Kimlat, Paul Gordon, Mike Stokes, James Brown, Mel Mellers, Mark Worgan and Tensai. Advance registrations are £20.00. For more information visit www.awsmagic.co.uk. (The PDF registration form is accessed via a link at the bottom of their home page). |
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Perth Magic Circle 60th Anniversary Dinner and Cabaret "To mark our 60th anniversary, we extend a warm invitation to all magicians to join us for what will be a great night! The Cabaret will feature the wonderful comedy juggling of Michael Pearce plus '5th Dimension' will make a welcome return to the Scottish Magic scene after continually working the Corporate scene for the past 4 years. Dress casual, but smart!" Adrian Harris. Friday 16th April 2010. Venue: The Grampian hotel, York Place, Perth PH1 1QZ (Map) www.perthmagiccircle.co.uk. |
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Tabula Mentis VII. Cerebral Creations Event sponsor: Psycrets - British Society of Mystery Entertainers. Saturday April 17th at the Dragon Hall, Covent Garden, London, featuring Roundtable: Creating Mentalism and lectures / performances from Banachek, Colin McLeod and Mark Elsdon, plus MBBP and member dealers. For more info visit www.psycrets.org.uk. |
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International Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring President's Dinner 2009/2010 IBM President, Shirley Ray and Dave welcome you to the president's dinner and an Evening of Magic in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales at The Coniston Hall Hotel - Dinner & Cabaret, on Saturday 17th April 2010, featuring John Archer, John Kimmons and Amethyst. Tickets available from Dave Cass, Sadler Hall Lodge, Church Lane, Adel, Leeds LS16 8BU (Telephone 0113 225 4816) Price £45.00. Venue: Coniston Hall Hotel, Coniston Fold, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4EA (Map) Telephone 01756 748080 |
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Tony Griffith 'At Home' Tony Griffith will be holding another of his popular 'At Homes' on Sunday 18th April 2010 in Bristol from 10.30.am to 5pm. Included in the registration price of £40 will be morning coffee on arrival, a great buffet lunch, and tea and cakes prior to departure. Tony has considerable experience in the world of magic having lectured throughout Europe, the USA, Australia and New Zealand, has lectured at The Magic Circle on seven occasions and at the Magic Castle in Hollywood on five occasions, where he has also given over 100 performances. Tony is a Gold Star Member of The Inner Magic Circle. The day will cover a variety of areas including close-up magic, trade show magic, presenting and organising a One Man Show, After Dinner speaking/entertainment, and more. A discount of £5 will be given to those registering before 30th November 2009. Numbers attending will not exceed 12 persons, so if you are interested in having a more in depth look at magic with an experienced professional, contact Tony on 01275 835463 or email tony@tonygriffith.co.uk - for more info visit www.tonygriffith.co.uk. |
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Aldo Colombini Lecture - Liverpool Thursday, April 22nd at 8pm. Members £4.00, Associates £5.00. Non Members £10. For more information contact Secretary Richie Smith rtsmagic@blueyonder.co.uk 07979 804823. Venue: The Crown Inn, Leyfield Road, Liverpool L12 9HA (Map) www.liverpoolmagiccircle.co.uk. |
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Cardiff Magical Society Annual Dinner 2010 "Following on from the great success of our 2009 dinner, we are proud to present another amazing event this year on 24th April 2010 at The Marriott Hotel, Cardiff. Tickets from Andy Ware; price £45 For full details, menu etc. see the Cardiff magical Society Web Site. Our guest of honour this year will be the esteemed President of the British Ring, Shirley Ray. The very talented classical vocalist Laura Holmes, accompanied on piano, will be performing for us; Laura has an amazing voice and will really set the scene for a wonderful evening. Cabaret performances: Stage Magic from the very gifted Steve Williams - Junior World General Magic Champion, Liverpool Magic Circle Close-Up Magician of the Year and Liverpool Magic Circle Stage Magician of the Year (The Liverpool Magic Circle held their Annual General Meeting on Thursday 5th February, where Stephen was unanimously voted in as the President for 2010. This status is believed to be a record - he will be the youngest ever president of any UK magic club!). Our very own, home grown Russell Wells will be performing his 2009 award winning cabaret act (runner up) as will the 2009 Cabaret Compeition Winner, Vince Stephens. Our compere for the evening will be professional magician, writer, lecturer, comedian and all round nice guy Mark James! He will also perform on the evening and be lecturing the next day at the Marriott hotel at aproximately 11 am. We encourage you all to attend this lecture (£10 for non CMS members)." Venue: Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Mill Lane, Cardiff, CF10 1EZ (Map) www.cardiffmagic.org.uk |
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One Magical Night - Woburn, Bedfordshire MK:Magic are hosting a Magical Dinner evening on the Friday 30th April 2010 at The Inn at Woburn in support of Cancer Research UK. The evening will include close-up illusionists and mind magicians to enthrall and entertain you as you dine. The evening starts at 7pm with a drinks reception and light entertainment. This will be followed by an exquisite three course meal and two after dinner cabaret acts. Dress Code: Formal evening wear. Tickets are on sale at £68.00 with proceeds going to Cancer Research UK. For bookings and more information visit www.mkmagic.co.uk (group bookings welcome). |
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The IBM Irish Ring 85 Diamond Jubilee Convention 2010 - Belfast Hosted by the Ulster Society of Magicians, takes place from Friday 30th April - Sunday 2nd May 2010 at the Hastings Stormont Hotel, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast. Accommodation can be booked now at special convention rate of £80.00 BB Single Occupancy / £100 BB Double Occupancy by contacting Julie Roulston, Events Manager: 02890 676010 conf@stor.hastingshotels.com. Registrations can be made by post or online at www.online-usm.com/Convention.html. |
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The Scottish Association of Magical Societies 59th Annual Convention - Greenock Tontine Hotel, 6 Ardgowan Square, Greenock from Friday 30th April to Sunday 2nd May 2010. President George H. Colvan invites friends old and new to a weekend of friendship, fun and of course, magic. For registration details email sams@janetcolvan.com. www.scottishassociationofmagicalsocieties.co.uk |
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The Dreaded Mentalist presents By Hook or By Crook Friday April 30th, Saturday May 1st, Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm. "Jez Starr, The Dreaded Mentalist, brings you a unique mentalism show based on themes from the cult 1960's TV series 'The Prisoner'. In this show Jez will be demonstrating various techniques that can be used to Gather Information and predict Human Behaviour. As you enter the performance hall you will each be issued your own 'Number' which you will wear with pride throughout the show. You will then have your identity taken from you as you will now be referred to by this number for the rest of the night. Don't let this put you off, Jez promises a fun and exciting show with tests of Intuition, Lie Detection, Mind-Reading, Memory Feats and more surprises to come! You've seen the series, now become a number!" Ticket £8.50 available from The White Hart or contact Jez on 07749 538016 or www.facebook.com/jezstarr or Jezstarr@dreadedmentalist.com. Booking Advised Over 16's. For more information and tickets visit www.dreadedmentalist.com. Venue: The White Hart, The Bays, Cheddar, Somerset BS27 3QF (Map). |
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MAY 2010 |
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Jus' Like That! 1st May MALVERN Theatres 01684 892 277 www.malvern-theatres.co.uk More information: Click Here |
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Enigma - Derren Brown Tour 2010
1 May - Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham, Birmingham
The dates are subject to change and
additional venues and dates may be added. |
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An Audience with The Chuckle Brothers, with Safire Having completed the 21st series of the ever-successful series “ChuckleVision” for the BBC Paul and Barry have decided to interact live with their audience and fans. In this one-off tour special they will be showing film clips of some of their favourite routines as well as performing some of your favourite live routines with supporting artistes. They will speak about the most memorable incidents from their career, which changed their lives and turned them in to one of Britain’s best loved family double acts.
Sat 1st May Swansea Grand Theatre 01792
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Mon 3rd May Southsea Kings Theatre 02392
828282 Sat 29th May Southend Cliffs Pavilion 01702 351135 |
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The Magic Cavern show
produced and presented by Richard Leigh*
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Etienne Pradier Lecture - Liverpool Thursday, May 6th at 8pm. Members £4.00, Associates £5.00. Non Members £10. For more information contact Secretary Richie Smith rtsmagic@blueyonder.co.uk 07979 804823. Venue: The Crown Inn, Leyfield Road, Liverpool L12 9HA (Map) www.liverpoolmagiccircle.co.uk. |
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50th Bristol Day of Magic Champagne corks will be popping when the Bristol Society of Magic celebrates its 50th Bristol Day of Magic on Sunday May 9th. The Gala show will star Belgium illusionist Rafael (photo) with two spots including his Dracula act, and FISM first prize winner France's Pilou. The close-up shows will see first time visits from Michael Vincent and Etienne Pradier, together with the welcome return of David Stone. Graham Jolley will be appearing on the gala show together with John Kimmons and Roy Davenport. Geoffrey Durham provides the main lecture of the day with Ian Keable featured in the special one man show. A 50th anniversary night before get together is also planned for those in the vicinity with further details to be announced. With no increase in the £30 registration price it will be a bargain day featuring close-up shows, lectures, a gala show, a special one man show and of course over 25 dealers! Registration forms will be mailed to past registrants over the next few weeks and will also be available for download via www.bristolsocietyofmagic.co.uk over the next week or from the registration officer Andy Mac, telephone 0117 942 2449. |
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Paul Gordon's Card Capers Day of Magic Paul Gordon's all-new card magic lecture, workshop and advice session features magic from his new 3-DVD set, Card Startlers. Plus, a lot of advice, tips, stories, assistance and energetic enthusiasm! A full day of card magic; fun and informative. Visit www.paulgordon.net/cardcapers.html for reviews and how to book. Sunday 9th May 2010 9.30am to 5pm. Only £30. Venue: Vintner's Parrott Pub, Warwick Street, Worthing BN11 3DL (Map) |
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Paul Gordon's 'Powerful' Card Magic Lecture - Glasgow "For the very first time in Glasgow, visit The Paul Gordon 'no-holds-barred' full and intensive, but fun, card magic lecture. All doable impromptu card magic from Paul's best-selling books and DVDs. See website for bookings." Wednesday May 12th at 7.30pm. Venue to be confirmed. www.scottishconjurersassociation.org.uk. |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - Carlisle Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle (15 May – 4 July). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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Comedy Magic Workshop - Manchester With the goal of ‘Unleashing the comic within!’ the Comedy Magic Workshop offers magicians the opportunity to learn the real secrets of comedy from some of the funniest magicians in the business. Taking all the guesswork out of how to successfully write and deliver comedy in any magic or mentalism act, this full-day workshop is a must for anyone who wants to improve their performance. The Workshop’s format is split between lectures and hands-on participatory tuition and focuses on script writing, selection and development of effects, building a character, audience participation and much, much more. The featured instructors are: John Archer, Mel Mellers, Logan Murray, Jasper Blakeley, Matthew Wright and Mark Elsdon, who is hosting the day. Manchester (Saturday May 15th). Further details, including availability and how to book can be found on the website: www.comedymagicworkshop.co.uk. |
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Perth Magic Circle 60th Anniversary Day of Magic "Perth Magic Circle celebrates its Diamond Anniversary with an action packed Day of Magic. Roy Davenport will give his acclaimed lecture, inspired by his famous Grandfather, Lewis Davenport, as well as top a star-studded cabaret! Also, we are pleased to announce that Davenports Magic will be displaying all the latest in magic from close-up to stage, DVDs and books. Unbelievably, this will be their first visit to Scotland for over 60 years. Also planned is a 'close-up session' featuring some of the country's top close-up performers. Following a Civic Reception from the Perth Provost & Town Council the day will close with an all-star Cabaret, featuring Roy Davenport. Additional names will be announced as soon as confirmation is recieved." Sunday 23rd May. Venue: The Grampian hotel, York Place, Perth PH1 1QZ (Map) www.perthmagiccircle.co.uk. |
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JUNE 2010 |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - Carlisle Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle (15 May – 4 July). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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The Barons Court Jester
Sam X is The Barons Court Jester. A colourful and fun show for the
younger generation and their families. £12.00, £10.00 Concessions. Group rate and Family Tickets £8.00 each. Box Office 020 8932 4747 (11.00am - 7.00pm) or 08444 771000 (24hrs with fee).Book Online at www.falseimpressions.co.uk. Barons Court Theatre, 'The Curtains Up', 28A Comeragh Road, London, W14 9HR (Map) 2 minutes walk from either Barons Court or West Kensington Tube Stations. Full details: www.falseimpressions.co.uk |
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The Magic Cavern show
produced and presented by Richard Leigh*
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The Lincolnshire Day of Magic Sunday June 20th, 2010. The South Lincs Magic Society in association with Magic Books by Post are organising the Lincolnshire Day of Magic next year on Sunday June 20th at the Washingborough Community Centre, Washingborough, Lincoln LN4 1AB (Map). 9am: Pre-event lecture/workshop (1st 40 tickets only will be eligible, you will be notified when you purchase your ticket), 10am Main Doors open, 6pm the day ends. Already booked to lecture: Adrian Sullivan - Pre Event Workshop/lecture, Michael Vincent and Paul Gordon, and provisionally Dynamo, with more names to come including a star name. Dealers: Magic Books by Post, Merlin's, Magic Tao, Gifts4magicians, Razzmatazz, Annabel de Vetten, Master of Mystery (Adrian Sullivan), and Discount Magic. For more info visit www.lincsdayofmagic.com. |
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JULY 2010 |
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The Magic Cavern show
produced and presented by Richard Leigh*
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Magic Show touring exhibition - Carlisle Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle (15 May – 4 July). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - Cardiff Chapter, Cardiff (30 July – 12 September). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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AUGUST 2010 |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - Cardiff Chapter, Cardiff (30 July – 12 September). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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The Fabulous Magic of Bondini Tour 2010 Friday 13th August Riverhead Theatre, Louth, Lincolnshire 7pm Box Office: 01507 600350 www.louthplaygoers.co.uk |
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August Dates Best of British Variety Tour 2010 with Paul Daniels The Krankies, Paul Daniels, the Grumbleweeds, Dana, Syd Little and special guest host Christopher Biggins.
Friday 13th & 20th - Blackpool, Opera House 0844 856 1111
www.blackpoollive.com
Saturday 28th - Clacton, Princess Theatre
01255 686 633
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SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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September Dates Best of British Variety Tour 2010 with Paul Daniels
The Krankies, Paul Daniels, the Grumbleweeds, Dana, Syd Little and
special guest host Christopher Biggins. |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - Cardiff Chapter, Cardiff (30 July – 12 September). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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OCTOBER 2010 |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - London Pump House Gallery, London (6 October – 19 December). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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NOVEMBER 2010 |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - London Pump House Gallery, London (6 October – 19 December). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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DECEMBER 2010 |
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Magic Show touring exhibition - London Pump House Gallery, London (6 October – 19 December). The exhibition brings together 24 visual artists for whom theatrical magic is an important form, intellectually and performatively. Highlights include art-world bad-boys Jake & Dinos Chapman working in collaboration with Derren Brown, and a monumental sculptural illusion by German artist Sinta Werner. In addition, an archival section explores magic's sometimes surprising connections to the world of politics, warfare, marketing and religion, with loans from Eddie Dawes, Paul Kieve, Scott Penrose, Peter Lane, John Fisher, and The Magic Circle Collection. A richly illustrated catalogue contains essays on art and magic by the curators, Jonathan Allen (aka the fictitious gospel magician Tommy Angel) and writer Sally O'Reilly, as well as new writing from Simon During, Brigitte Felderer, Peter Lamont, Pierre Taillefer, Helen Varola and Marina Warner. For a review of 'Magic Show' Click Here. |
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