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Number 1266 - Saturday 5th October 2024
The Magic Circle's Grand Night of Magic - live and free on YouTube for everyone, worldwide. Get ready for an unforgettable evening as The Magic Circle stream The Magic Circle Awards and the Stage Magician of the Year competition live and free! This spectacular event will feature celebrity guests, international performers, and a dazzling array of world-class magical acts. You can enjoy the entire night's entertainment from the comfort of your home or any other location, worldwide! Tomorrow, Sunday, October 6th. The live stream will start at 7pm, and the show starts at 7.30pm on YouTube. (19:00 London, see www.timeanddate.com/worldclock for your time zone.) 5.10.24 |
Zak Mirz: Blackpool 2025. From the organisers: Zak Mirz has toured for nearly a decade entertaining audiences all over the world. His latest projects include being a magic advisor for David Blaine's The Magic Way, being a winner of Penn & Teller: Fool Us, his special, 'Ticket for One' streaming on YouTube, and the creation of a special deck of cards that helped raise awareness and money to help end human trafficking. Zak will be performing his one-man show, 'Ticket for One' for the first time outside the US at Blackpool 2025. He is thrilled to be with us. Book Now! www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com. 5.10.24 |
Klause Fantastiche: The Wurst Magician - Tabard Theatre, London. Bravaria's No1 Illusionist (*in his price range) returns to the Tabard to debut his latest comedy magic show The Wurst Magician. In this tell-all evening of illusions, tricks and spells, Klause spills the tea on his record breaking* Las Vegas show (*shortest run in Nevada history), his divorce(s), his strict Germanic upbringing, the well-publicised tiger attacks and his revered haircare routines. Expect Character comedy woven through genuinely jaw-dropping comedy magic, magnificent mind reading, bonkers camp cabaret and the most Fantastiche hair in the Biz. 10th, 11th, 12th November at Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Road, Chiswick, London W4 1LW. Tickets: www.ticketsolve.com. 5.10.24 |
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Albion Magic's Magic Car Boot Sale. Now in its 31st year! A great social occasion with thousands of bargains and hot breakfast rolls! From 10am on Sunday 2nd February 2025 at Austin Sports & Social Club, 30 Tessall Lane, Birmingham B31 2SF. Entry just £5. Join our Facebook Groups: Magic Car Boot Sale, Kidology UK, Albion Magic. 5.10.24 |
The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week, Something Strange with Max Maven from 28th August 1996. See The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video Archive Click Here. 5.10.24 |
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Chris
Cross & The Enchanted Rabbit Magic Emporium are holding 'The Great British
Mighty Magic Auction' in Newcastle February, 2025. Chris writes: Taking
place on Monday 17th, Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th February, immediately
after the Blackpool Convention with lots of props, books, posters and
memorabilia going under the hammer. A real opportunity for collectors and
bargain hunters to get hold of some rare and bargainous items! From unopened
Tenyo, to close-up and Mentalism, coins and cards, stage props and apparatus,
books and original posters and more!
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Chris Dugdale on Craig Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every week Craig Petty sits down and chats with a well known magician; a creator, a performer, or someone who has had a positive impact on the Magic Community. This week: "Chris Dugdale on his new book 'Evolution' and more" YouTube. 5.10.24 |
New from Mark Leveridge Magic. Here are the details of another new 'limited time' item recently added to the MLM Select range of video downloads. Five Times Lucky - the magician borrows a finger ring from a lady, let’s call her Sarah, which is given to another spectator to look after. The performer claims he can make Sarah into a really lucky person so that she can get her ring back by succeeding in a game of chance. Displaying a pile of half a dozen double blank cards, the performer writes Lucky Sarah on one of them, after which the pile is shuffled. The cards are spread in a fan and Sarah can select any one by touching its back (no force). Her job is try and avoid selecting the card with Lucky Sarah on it. One at a time she chooses five cards, and amazingly she manages to avoid the Lucky Sarah card every single time, meaning she wins the game of chance and gets her ring back. No special sleights, counts or gimmicked cards required. No reset. Ideal walkabout effect. To watch a dem go to www.markleveridge.co.uk. 5.10.24 |
Modern Magic. Back for 2024, Jake Banfield's intimate magic show at the Charlotte Street Hotel offers a close-up experience of mind-reading, sleight of hand and illusion. A modern twist on classic parlour magic; tickets sell fast! Saturday 2nd November 2024. Saturday 4th January 2025. The Charlotte Street Hotel, London W1T 1RJ. Doors at 7.30pm. Show 8pm to 9.15pm www.modernmagic.co.uk. 5.10.24 |
Dealer Dem/Lecture by Magick Enterprises at York Magic Circle on Monday 7th October. Gren Dowson writes: York Magic Circle will be holding a Lecture/Dealer Dem by Rodger Curzon and Andy Ashton-Carter on behalf of Magick Enterprises on Monday 7th October. This will be the perfect lecture for the upcoming Halloween, with lots of Bizarre magic effects with a bit of a dark side. Doors will open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start at York Magic Circle, York & District Indoor Bowls Club, 302 Thanet Road, Dringhouses, York YO24 2NW www.yorkmagiccircle.co.uk. The bar will be open throughout the evening with tea and coffee available. Plenty of free parking in the club car park with disabled access ramps into the building. Non-members welcome, £5 door charge. 5.10.24 |
Piff the Magic Dragon's Desert Island Tricks. "Buckle up for a hilarious ride as we welcome Piff the Magic Dragon to our podcast! Picture this: a marooned magic dragon on a desert island, armed only with his eight favourite magic tricks and an unexpected friendship with a FedEx driver named Gary..." YouTube. Brought to you by www.alakazam.co.uk. 5.10.24 |
John Morton Lecture - Liverpool Mahatma Magic Circle, 10th October. Matthew Gill writes: Liverpool Mahatma Magic Circle presents a lecture night with the fantastic John Morton! John has been a full time professional magician for over 12 years now. The prestigious London Magic Circle has previously awarded him with Associate Member of the Inner Magic Circle (AIMC) with Silver Star - the highest level possible to achieve when joining the club through magical examination. John is also a highly respected creator and in 2021 he successfully fooled magic legends Penn & Teller on their television program 'Penn and Teller - Fool Us', winning not only the trophy, but also the opportunity to perform in their show at the Rio Casino in Las Vegas. His material is used by top professionals throughout the world and has also been featured several times on television shows such as America's Got Talent!
Thursday October 10th at 8pm at Liverpool Mahatma Magic Circle, St Stephen's Church Hall, St Stephen’s Road, Hightown, Liverpool L38 0BL. Entry is free for Mahatma members and £15.00 for visiting magicians. We look forward to seeing you there! 5.10.24 |
Adam Dadswell's 'Mentalism Applied' Lecture - Wolverhampton Circle of Magicians, 9th October. Jay Adkins writes: Adam has been performing magic for the last 16 years, initially as a close-up card magician before venturing into the world of mental magic and mentalism. Over the last few years, Adam has begun to share his work with the magic community, notably his projects with The1914 and Mindhaus were particularly well received. During 'Mentalism Applied', Adam will share a handful of workable, practical mentalism effects that come straight from his working repertoire (don't worry it's not just playing cards!). Although Adam is well known for performing in close-up environments, during this lecture he will share real world lessons and thoughts on making mentalism play bigger. See www.adamdadswell.com. Visiting magicians are welcome for a fee of just £10.00. Starts at 7.30pm at the Jones Road Working Mens Club, 6-8 Jones Road, Wolverhampton WV10 6JQ. 5.10.24 |
South Downs Magicians Secondhand Magic Sale, Sunday 3rd November. Nicky Lewis writes: South Downs Magicians will be holding their annual secondhand magic sale on Sunday 3rd November at Handcross Parish Hall, Handcross, West Sussex RH17 6BJ. Sellers from 8am-2pm. Buyers 9am-1pm. We still have some tables available at £15 with maximum two sellers per stall. Contact Tony Hoare 01403 267833 or Nicky Lewis 01903 532413 for full details. Refreshments will be available and there will be a short lecture too. Free to come along and have a browse and hopefully buy some new to you effects. 5.10.24 |
Leicester Magic Circle Unwanted Magic Prop Sale. Glenn Fielding writes: Are you looking to sell your unwanted magic props or buy some new ones? Why not join us at the Leicester Magic Circle, Braunstone Civic Centre (Council Chambers), 209 Kingsway, Braunstone Town, Leicester LE3 2PP on Monday the 7th October at 7.30pm and see what little treasures you can find. This is open for free to non-members to browse and buy. If you would like to sell it's just £5. 5.10.24 |
Potter & Potter Auctions: The Collection of Edwin A. Dawes, Part II, Saturday 26th October. This second sale from the Dawes collection is quite literally a "rich cabinet" of conjuring curiosa. The sale features rarities galore, from unique props used by Professor J.M. Hartz and Chung Ling Soo to stone lithographs advertising Harry Houdini's earliest performances; rare conjuring books from the seventeenth century and beyond; postcards, photographs, periodicals, and ephemera; and virtually every other type of magic collectible extant. 26th October. See www.potterauctions.com. 5.10.24 |
News Deadline reminder. Please submit news by Thursday if possible - absolute deadline 12 noon Friday, no exceptions. Many thanks, DT. 5.10.24 |
"Exclusive: The Kennington mansion that became a surreal hideaway for A-list celebs escaping reality" Click Here • "Jamie Allan Will Make History as the Third UK Magician and Illusionist in 40 Years to Get an Extended Solo West End Season" Click Here • "The Magician’s Table review: A night of mystery and magic" Click Here • "Immersive close-up magic experience The Magician's Table now open" Click Here • "Magician and comedian to host National Pig Awards" Click Here • Magician James Phelan to perform at Mwldan in Cardigan" Click Here • Many thanks for your UK magic news as always, see you next week, Duncan. 5.10.24 |
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Number 1266 - Saturday 28th September 2024
Penn
& Teller to play London Palladium in 2025. From the promoter: Penn &
Teller, the undisputed masters of modern magic, announce a very special
run of UK shows in 2025 to celebrate their incredible 50th Anniversary.
Renowned for their jaw-dropping performances, a joyous exploration of
magic and comedy, Penn & Teller first performed together on 19 August
1975 and are now arguably the world's most famous magicians. Celebrating
this incredible milestone, these 50th Anniversary UK dates will be Penn
& Teller's first ever shows at a West End theatre. |
The One returns... One Night. One Prize. One Winner. Saturday 15th February 2025 Magic's Biggest Competition at The Blackpool Magic Convention 2025. Watch as some of the best in the world compete for an incredible first prize of £30,000. Closing date for entries 31st October 2024. Blackpool Magic Convention, 13th-16th February 2025. www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com. 28.9.24 |
Irish Magic-Fest, Dublin, 5th & 6th October. Join us for a weekend of magic, fun and the craic! Irish conventions are known for their fun and friendliness. Along with performers and lecturers Max Blake, Peter Samelson, Jack Wise, Olek Iwanek, Pat Fallon, Quentin Reynolds, Dan Stapleton and Chris Wood we promise you a wonderful time. Held in Dublin's city centre, full details at www.irishmagicfest.com. 28.9.24 |
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Ben
Seidman - first time in Blackpool: One-man Show and Lecture. Amongst
his many TV credits, Ben guest-starred on the Netflix series Brainchild,
produced by Pharrell, and starred in both Vanity Fair and Wired's
"Experts React" series, discussing magic, sleight of hand, and
pickpocketing. Additionally, Ben appeared on the Vanderpump Rules Season
9 premiere, starred in two specials on Travel Channel, and appeared
twice on Penn & Teller: Fool Us. |
"How Piff the Magic Dragon Went From a Struggling Performer to Building a Multi-Million-Dollar Magical Empire" www.entrepreneur.com. 28.9.24 |
Scottish Conjurers' Association Centenary Convention. Starring Tom Crosbie, Cameron Gibson, Russ Brown, Oliver Tabor, Mandy Fletcher, R Paul Wilson, Chris Congreave and Tom Stone. We have some spaces left so book now and come celebrate 100 years of magic with the SCA! 5th and 6th October at Mercure Hotel Glasgow. For more information and to book visit www.scamagic.org. 28.9.24 |
Legends of The Magic Circle: An Evening with Wayne Dobson, this Monday, September 30th. Join us for a captivating night celebrating the extraordinary career of Magic Circle legend Wayne Dobson. Hosted by Michael J. Fitch, the evening will feature remarkable stories, career highlights, exclusive unseen footage, and a few unexpected surprises. Free to members and apprentices. (Non-members welcome for a charge of £20 - please email: michael@themagiccircle.co.uk for details). 7.30pm - 9pm at The Magic Circle, London. 28.9.24 |
Oliver
Meech launches Effervescent book celebrating creativity. Around a
decade on from Oliver's bestsellers The Plot Thickens and Plot Twists,
he's back with a new magic book. Expect fresh plots, streamlined methods
and playful audience interaction. Discover 19 tricks (mostly cards, with
a few exceptions) and 11 ideas, plus 2 essays on creativity to inspire
your own thought bubbles. |
Matricks
Illusion Reimagined - UK Dates. From the promoter:
TV sensations Matricks Illusion are bringing their brand new show
Reimagined to theatres near you!
Featuring grand Las Vegas style illusions and amazing effects, it's not
to be missed!
This show is full of magic, comedy & charm for all the family!
Visit the link below or visit our website to book tickets. Showreel:
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The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week, Wayne Dobson, in his weekly guest spot on The Joe Longthorne Show from 12th October 1988. See The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video Archive Click Here. 28.9.24 |
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Noel Qualter and Roddy McGhie on Craig Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every week Craig Petty sits down and chats with a well known magician; a creator, a performer, or someone who has had a positive impact on the Magic Community. This week: "Noel Qualter and Roddy McGhie - the duo taking over magic" YouTube. 28.9.24 |
The Entertainers guide to being flipping brilliant: Dave Allen, Wednesday 2nd October at the South London Magic Society. Dave Allen shares his knowledge and routines on family entertainment, including stage and close-up magic, effects and also shows the best set ups for shows for all age audiences. Dave has been a professional entertainer for over 30 years and shares all his know-how in this lecture. 8pm to 10pm on Wednesday 2nd October. Doors open 7.30pm. South London Magic Society, Foulsham Hall, 2 Foulsham Road, Thornton Heath CR7 8LQ. £10 for visiting non-members (welcome), which can go towards Membership if you would like to join. www.southlondonmagic.co.uk. 28.9.24 |
Close-up
at Mac's Cafe, Brighton.
Close-up is a unique performance on headphones, for one spectator at a
time. Inside a seaside café, surrounded by unsuspecting customers, you
are invited to sit at a table and watch a 15-minute performance. In
front of your very eyes, playing cards transform inexplicably and sugar
cubes vanish without a trace. But as you listen to the performer's voice
and the sounds of the café on headphones, the line between reality and
fiction becomes increasingly thin: is this a real café, or a film set
filled with actors? What is really happening now, and what is simulated
and pre-recorded? |
Newmarket Magic Shindig - 9th November. Wayne Goodman writes: The 3rd Newmarket Magic Shindig being held in the beautiful Suffolk town of Newmarket on Saturday, 9th November. Featuring two lectures from Andy Smith and Martin Pierce and magic dealers. £20 inc evening gala show. Tickets available at www.wgmagicshop.com. 28.9.24 |
Andy Clockwise Lecture - South Downs Magicians, 2nd October. Des King writes: Andy Clockwise is lecturing at South Downs Magicians www.southdownsmagicians.co.uk on Wednesday 2nd October. A professional award-winning Magician with over 20 years performing experience, Andy shares in great detail some of his bestselling effects as well as several new ideas, creations and twists yet to be released into the market in his new lecture, "Clockwatching". Everything in this lecture is "worker" material, suitable for Close-up and Stage, for Children and Adults - there's something for everyone! Visiting magicians are welcome to attend for a fee of £8.00. The meeting starts at 8pm at The Parish Hall, High Street, Handcross, near Crawley, West Sussex RH17 6BJ. 28.9.24 |
GivingMagic:
Unlock Your Creative Potential. An Exclusive Workshop for Magicians.
From the organisers: Who said creating original material had to be
difficult? Join us for a transformative, in-person experience with
Doctor of Magic and three-time undefeated Magic Circle Close-up Magician
of the Year, Matthew Le Mottée. In this intimate workshop, Matthew will
reveal some of the secrets behind his extraordinary success and guide
you in discovering your authentic voice as a performer. |
Chris Rawlins Lecture - Modern Mystic League, Blackburn, 6th October. Brian Lead, Events Secretary of the Modern Mystic League writes: We are looking forward to the appearance of Chris Rawlins on Sunday, 6th October. Chris is the brilliant mind and memory performer (www.irememberthings.co.uk), of whom Uri Geller remarked: "His skill and talents mesmerised me!" He is also well known in the magic world as an expert in close-up and card magic, creating a large range of commercial material. We'll find out just how he does it (and how you can do it, too) in his lecture. Now is your chance to get some first-rate hands-on tuition from this recognised master of magic. The session will start at 2pm at our Headquarters: Woodlands United Reform Church Hall, 457, Preston Old Road, Cherry Tree, Blackburn BB2 5ND. Admission, including refreshments, is just £10. 28.9.24 |
The Illusioneer Presents 'Magic Mix'. An adult evening event of curiosities, parlor, street and cabaret magic from The Illusioneer team and guests, at their new Herne Hill venue: West 16th, 137 Half Moon Lane, London SE24 9JY on Wednesday 2nd October. Drinks at 6pm. Pre-show dinner/food at 6.30pm. Show starts at 7.30pm. Group Discount for bookings 4 seats and over. Tickets from £16 via www.eventbrite.co.uk. No booking fee. All profits from the show go to our special Children's Charity Breathe. 28.9.24 |
Kevin
Quantum "Christmas Special" with guests - Edinburgh and Dunfermline.
From the promoter: See real magic this Christmas in Edinburgh or
Dunfermline (Fife). Straight from sell-out shows around the globe,
magician Kevin Quantum and special guests are back with new astonishing
illusions and big laughs in a riotously fun and magical Christmas show
for the whole family! Trained by Penn & Teller, and having reached the
final stages of Britain's Got Talent, Kevin's shows are a mix of
amazement, laughter, audience participation and derring-do! After sell
out shows last Christmas, we're so excited to be back with a brand new
show to fry your brains and unwrap the Christmas Special once again!
★★★★★ "Astonishing" Evening News. ★★★★★ "Master Illusionist" Adelaide
Advertiser. |
Vinny Sagoo Lecture - The Northamptonshire Magicians Club, 1st October. Joy Payne writes: Vinny Sagoo's performances are unlike anything you've ever seen, they're about revealing the intricate beauty of mathematics in a way that is both entertaining and educational, earning him the title "mathemagician". 1st October. Start time 8pm. Club room opens 7.30pm. Admittance to the bar via the front entrance from 7.05pm. Members free, guest fee £15. Brafield Working Men's Club, 35 Bedford Road, Brafield-on-the-Green NN7 1BD. Further information: www.northamptonshiremagicians.uk. 28.9.24 |
Remo
Inzani's funeral. Times and arrangements for Remo Inzani's upcoming
funeral on Thursday October 10th have been updated. Here is the latest
information that is available. |
Inside No 9. "Misdirection." Student journalist Gabriel is determined to interview world-famous magician Neville Griffin, who is renowned for being extremely protective of his secrets and believes stealing a magic trick is a crime worse than murder. But how would he know that, exactly? The latest instalment of the darkly comic drama anthology, written by and starring The League of Gentlemen's Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith, with guest appearances by Fionn Whitehead, Jill Halfpenny and Tom Goodman-Hill. Repeat. Late Wednesday evening on Wednesday 9th October on Gold. See TV Magic for details. 28.9.24 |
News Deadline reminder. Please submit news by Thursday if possible - absolute deadline 12 noon Friday, no exceptions. Many thanks, DT. 28.9.24 |
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