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Number 993 - 6th July 2019
Britain’s Got Talent Finalist 2019 Ben Hart: Wonder, UK Tour 2020. Britain’s Got Talent 2019 finalist, West End star and multi award-winning magician Ben Hart is embarking on his debut solo tour. Expect Ben’s most mind-blowing and exciting magic in a show that shines a light on magic, life, the universe and the darkest corners of your imaginations. With the simplest of props, using the objects and minds of the audience, Ben Hart conjures an altogether new kind of magic.
Wednesday 5th February: Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
www.eden-court.co.uk Also see www.benhartmagic.com (If you are planning to see Ben book now as some venues have already sold out. DT). 6.7.19 |
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The Illusionists opens tonight! This mind-blowing spectacular showcases the jaw-dropping talents of seven of the most incredible illusionists on earth. Back in London by popular demand for a strictly limited season this summer. The perfect show for this summer in the West End! The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions. Opens tonight! Shaftesbury Theatre, Limited Summer Season, 6th July - 1st September. Starring James More (The Showman), Jonathan Goodwin (The Daredevil and Escape Artist), Adam Trent (The Futurist), Yu Ho-Jin (The Manipulator), Chris Cox (The Mentalist), Paul Dabek (The Trickster) and Enzo Weyne (The Unforgettable). The Illusionists 2019 Trailer YouTube. "Use your illusion: the magic supergroup that tricked the world" www.theguardian.com. See www.theillusionistslive.com/tour/london to book. 6.7.19 |
BMC International Close-up Magician of the Year. From the organisers: Blackpool Magic Convention is very proud to announce another new innovation for the 2020 event. A world’s first Close-Up Competition will be held on a worldwide scale with the grand final taking place on the evening of Thursday 13th February 2020 as an added event. All this is included in your Gold Card Registration and extends your convention experience. Anyone can apply to enter, with the winners of each heat receiving travel, hotel and Gold Card Registrations to the 2020 event, and a chance to appear at the world’s biggest magic event. For details and dates for each heat contact the representatives on the following emails: UK - Russ Brown russellbrown55@hotmail.com, USA - Todd Robbins toddrobbinsnyc@gmail.com, Scandinavia - Gay Ljungberg magic@gycklaren.com, Spain -Rodney James Piper rodney@rjpentertainment.com, France - Jean Luc Bertrand jlb@jeanlucbertrand.fr, Asia -Casa bimilcasa@hanmail.net, Israel - Guy Zlotnik guy@niceguy.co.il. Six lucky applicants will be chosen to compete in each heat with the winner jetting into Blackpool in February 2020. Is it your time to shine? Throw your hat into the ring to make 2020 something truly amazing. www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com. 6.7.19 |
The Evolution of Magic starring Craig Christian and Elizabeth Best (As Seen On BGT). The Evolution of Magic is a fast paced, thrilling, thoroughly entertaining show. Starring magician and illusionist Craig Christian who has the dexterity of a true artist. He performs miracles with just a deck of cards. His urban and edgy style is changing the face of magic and entertainment. Elizabeth’s thought-provoking tales of the impossible delve into the world of the unknown. Elizabeth recently appeared on the popular ITV show Britain's Got Talent. She shocked audiences with a terrifying audition and made it through semi-finals.
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London Festival of Close-Up Magic begins... Magic settles over the capital this summer as the UK’s foremost sleight of hand artists perform hour-long close-up shows in a unique festival in Piccadilly Circus, see www.magichourshow.com. Limited to 40 seats per show, this is a rare chance to rub shoulders with some of the giants of the close-up magic world, as seen on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, The Next Great Magician, and France’s Got Talent, in an opulent and evocative setting. Hosted by the 5 star Le Meridien Piccadilly, guests can also enjoy not only the show, but further close-up magic into the night by award winning members of The Magic Circle at Maskelyne & Cooke – London’s only close-up magic bar. www.maskelyneandcooke.co.uk. 11th & 12th July – Nick Einhorn. Kicking-off the festival is Gold Star Member of The Inner Magic Circle, Nick Einhorn, who fooled Penn & Teller on series 1 of Fool Us. 3 times winner of 'Close-Up Magician of the Year' and F.I.S.M Award Winner he has 25 years of experience performing for celebrities, members of royalty, and billionaires in over 20 countries around the world. He is the author of top selling magic books 'The Art of Magic & Sleight of Hand' and 'Magical Illusions' (over 1 million copies sold). This is a rare opportunity to be entertained by one of the busiest professional magicians on the circuit today. Don't miss it! 6.7.19 |
L.P.I (Looch Pocket Index) - Stainless Steel Edition. From www.readmymind.co.uk: "Back in 2007, Looch set the Mentalism world on fire by introducing the L.P.I (Looch Pocket Index). This well designed pocket miracle maker instantly sold out and was considered by the pro’s as one of the best pocket indexes ever made. Over the years one of the most frequent requests from fellow mentalists was for the L.P.I to be made available again. After years of research, discussion and development, Read My Mind Ltd are delighted to announce that this incredible product is finally back and better than ever! Each L.P.I has been expertly manufactured in Stainless Steel and will last a lifetime of performance use. Load up your L.P.I with billets, folded business cards, or even currency and it will always be ready to assist you in producing mind blowing mental miracles for your audiences! "I have long searched for a perfect billet index; finally the search is over, thank you." Lior Manor. "I recently used LPI at a convention; I like it because it is simple and can't go wrong, it worked perfectly." Richard Osterlind. Find out more, visit www.readmymind.co.uk. 6.7.19 |
The MagicWeek Video Archive. This week, 1991 Grand Prix FISM Champion Vladimir Danilin on the Magic Comedy Hour from September 1991. See The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with past weeks Click Here. 6.7.19 |
Become a MagicWeek Backer. Thank you to everyone who became a MagicWeek Backer since the launch of the scheme last July (see MagicWeek Backers). There are now over 50 backers (including a magic club), and also our main advertisers. As MagicWeek heads towards its 1,000th edition, and as I'd like it to continue from there to the 2,000th edition, I introduced the scheme so that MagicWeek will always be free. Click Here to find out what it's all about. Backers help with the cost of projects such as The MagicWeek Video Archive (above) and Friday's Hobnobs. DT. 6.7.19 |
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Ken Dyne "Confessions of a Serial Gigger". Tony Junior, NMC Secretary writes: The Newcastle Magic Circle proudly present an exclusive lecture on Monday 15th July: An Evening with Ken Dyne "Confessions of a Serial Gigger". In this talk Ken will be peeling back the curtain on the business and marketing side of getting more of the gigs that you want. If you'd like to learn some new tricks and tips, to get yourself more bookings, raise your fees, and perform more often, you are more than welcome to join the NMC. This talk is suitable for all types of entertainers. For full details, please visit our website www.newcastle-magic-circle.co.uk. The venue is: MagicBox, Unit 3, Strand House, Locomotion Way, Camperdown Industrial Estate, Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 5US (Map). Doors open 7pm, seated 7.30pm, lecture starts 7.45pm. End of evening is usually 10pm. NMC Members free. Visitors £15.00 or £10.00 if a member of another magic club. Pay on the door. Please feel free to email Tony Junior, NMC Secretary should you have any questions: nmcsecretary@outlook.com. 6.7.19 |
The Peterborough Society of Magicians can now confirm the final lineup of lecturers for their Day of Magic on Sunday, 22nd September. Keith Downs writes: Joining Nick Einhorn and Chris Rawlings will be "the lovable trickster" himself, Steve Rowe. Steve will not only lecture but has offered to do a workshop on card splitting. For more details contact Keith Downs on 01778 343167 or the220@btinternet.com. Venue: The Fleet, Fleet Way, Fletton, Peterborough PE2 8DL (Map). Also see www.psmagicians.org.uk. 6.7.19 |
Opus,
from Fraser Parker, now shipping. From the makers: Opus is a 'master-class'
from Fraser released in video format, detailing his unique approach towards
creating believable mind reading. In this video project he outlines his use of
words to create shifts in perception, in order to create the impossible. This is
the first time he has allowed such an eclectic mix of some of his more exclusive
and harder to find work to be released in video format. Opus will be released on
USB as a PDF containing download links to over 50 videos and will include never
before seen methods from Fraser, as well as his latest thinking on some of his
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Jack Tighe - "The Adequate at The Card Table" lecture. From the organisers: London Society of Magicians presents Jack Tighe - "The Adequate at The Card Table" lecture. Erm...who? Jack is sure you've never heard of him but he says he is ok with that. You might have seen him pop up on various Big Blind Media DVDs. You might have seen him doing pointlessly difficult gambling sleights on Instagram. He might have showed you a good second deal in the Ruskin that one time.
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Mark Southworth's Creative Magic Lecture, Bolton Magic Club. Paul Goodman writes: From the creator of many magic effects used worldwide such as: Sucker Punch, Double Cross, Shoe’t and his latest, The Box Pocket Edition. Mark takes a different approach to normal lectures, with: 'Hands-on Teaching', 'The Creative Process' and 'Gimmick Building', down to having a go yourself and making some props that you can take away with you. Please bring a brand new deck of cards. Doors open at 8.30pm on Wednesday 10th July at Bolton Magic Club, The Doffcocker Inn, 780 Chorley Old Road, Bolton BL1 5QD (Map). www.boltonmagicclub.uk. Visiting magicians from other societies are most welcome. There will be an entrance fee £10.00 for non-members. 6.7.19 |
Modern Mystic League Auction 2019. Concert Secretary Brian Lead writes: On Sunday 14th July, commencing at 2pm, our expert auctioneer Brian Berry will be putting under the hammer a series of lots, including the remaining books from the Trevor Dawson collection and other magical items donated by League members. Venue: St Silas Parish Centre, Preston New Road, Blackburn BB2 6PS (Map). Admission free, including refreshments. 6.7.19 |
The Carbonaro Effect, the hugely popular TV show, is being repeated again on 4Music. "Hidden-camera magic show, with illusionist-cum-prankster Michael Carbonaro." See TV Magic for details. 6.7.19 |
News Deadline reminder. Please submit news by Thursday if possible - absolute deadline 12 noon Friday, no exceptions. DT. 6.7.19 |
"Newfoundland through the eyes of a surly comedian in a green onesie? Meh, says Piff the Magic Dragon" Click Here • "Magician is shot in the head with a crossbow during live performance in front of horrified audience in South Africa" Click Here • "Where Everything's Done Proper: Dynamo" Click Here • "Jamie Raven launches own magic theatre in Bluewater as ‘demand for magic sets soars’" Click Here • "Magician James Phelan follows in the footsteps of uncle Paul Daniels" Click Here • "Photo Flash: Magician Criss Angel Begins His Broadway Residency!" Click Here • "The best Magician specials on Netflix" Click Here • "Masters of Illusion come to Tahoe" Click Here • Wayne Goodman's recent lecture at The Surrey Society of Magicians is reviewed by Chris Wardle this week, Click Here • "J.J. Abrams, theater producer: First ‘The Play That Goes Wrong,’ then two magic shows" Click Here • And finally, not magic, but well worth seeing if it's playing near you: "Apollo 11 review – eye-opening documentary is a five-star triumph" Click Here. That's all for another week. Thanks as always for your magic news - see you next week, Duncan. 6.7.19 |