Number
123 - 2nd November 2002
Nick
Einhorn's The Art of Magic and Sleight of Hand has just been published
by Lorenz Books and is arguably the finest magic book for general release
since Mark Wilson's excellent Complete Course in Magic back in '75,
and, before that, Henry Hay's The Amateur Magician's Handbook in
1950! This is the sort of book that can stimulate an interest in magic
that will last a lifetime. The production values are high, and the book is big...
with
120 tricks, 250 pages, and 1,000 colour photographs. Each section has an introduction, so for
example, the Mind Magic section talks about such performers as David
Berglas and Graham P Jolley before delving into the magic. Excellent in
every way this book gets my highest recommendation - it's targeted at both
teenagers and adults alike. You can order it by return from
Amazon.co.uk right now in hardcover. Nick Einhorn is a member of The Inner Magic Circle and
became The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year in 1996. Currently
he is coaching two actors for Bright Young Things, an upcoming movie
being directed by Stephen Fry.
2.11.02
Jeff Sheridan will be making his first ever appearance in the UK at this
year's International Magic Convention in December - presenting close-up
magic and lecturing. Jeff Sheridan performed for many years in Central
Park, New York (photo by William Bigart, from 'Street Magic' now published
by Kaufman and Company) with his own
contemporary street act. Health permitting Tony Corinda will also be at
the convention, and will be interviewed by
Andy Nyman. If you
are
attending, and have a question or two, you can submit them by email to
Andy at corindaquestions@hotmail.com Also booked to lecture: Chris Korn
(USA), The Buck Twins (USA), Nathan Kranzo (USA), and Shoot Ogawa (Japan). Martin's done it again
as they say.
InternationalMagic.com 2.11.02
Geoffrey
Durham starts another run on Countdown on Channel 4 from
November 11th. With Geoffrey about to launch an all-new show next year no
doubt a few new items will be slipped into the programme. We'll bring you
next year's tour dates as soon as we have them.
2.11.02
Chris Power
presents a 'special extended set' at 8.30pm on Monday evening at Soho
Tricks, Barcode, Archer Street, London W1 (Map
- thanks to StreetMap.co.uk). Mention MagicWeek and Danny Buckler will buy
you a drink (mention it twice and he'll buy you two...)
2.11.02
Martin Sanderson is
featured in Magic Profile
for November. One of the country's busiest performers, these days Martin
specialises in close-up magic for the corporate market.
2.11.02
The Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the
Year Competition takes place on Monday, and features a number of top
professionals. Competing this year: Rex
Cooper, Nick Einhorn, Lee Florida, Anthony McDaniel, Etienne Pradier, Fay
Presto and Mark Shortland. Good luck! Winners next week.
2.11.02
Andi
Gladwin has just returned from Boston where he was filming with Andy
Leviss for a new DVD that will be released next year through the company
that they run, A² Productions, and also via distributors Murphy's Magic
Supplies. The disc is titled 'Passing Thoughts,' Andi writes: "It
approaches a number of original Passes that require no additional physical
or mental misdirection. With this in mind, many of the Passes are a lot
easier than the traditional and often abused moves. We don't even touch on
previously published and already popular moves - instead, we've tracked
down some excellent Passes from some brilliant card magicians as well as
some from Andy and myself."
2.11.02
Steve
Dela's new lecture notes 'Magic That I Use' are now available from
Alakazam.co.uk (see 'Hot List' on page 11 on their website).
2.11.02
Magic
Matt appeared on Live with...Chris Moyles on Channel 5 last
Monday. He was filmed pick pocketing in the audience, who happened to be "a
bunch of Bankers" and was later introduced as a professional pickpocket.
Unfortunately, as can happen with live TV, time ran out when it came to
handing back all the 'stolen' goods... which was done later on, off-air!
2.11.02
The
Magic Circle Dealers' Showcase is on today, November 2nd,
at the Royal National Hotel, Woburn Place, London WC1. Doors open at 10am.
Members free with a small door charge for non-members. Expect to see 40+
dealers.
2.11.02
Derren Brown: Mind Control Night, a 'TV first' for Mind Master Derren Brown starts tonight at 10pm on E4 (and if you can't get E4 then it's not too late to zip down to Dixons and get fixed up!). Over three hours of pure Mind Control from the man... 10pm, E4. 2.11.02
The
Basingstoke Festival of Magic takes place on Sunday April 27th
2003. Jack Delvin's 'One Man's Magic' show has been booked for
the evening. The show has twice sold out at The Magic Circle. More details
nearer the time.
2.11.02
Tony
Griffith presents a full Seminar/Workshop in Bungay, near Norwich, on
Wednesday 27th November. This will be an in-depth seminar/workshop on
various aspects of magic including: Trade Shows, After Dinner Speaking,
How to perform in a variety of Close Up situations, 'Science Magic' for
Schools and Children, How to Practise, subtlety versus Sleights and
Promotion & Publicity. The evening will take advantage of Tony's great
experience gained over many years as a professional magician, lecturer and
teacher... experience that has seen him perform and lecture world wide,
including over 100 performances at The Magic Castle in Hollywood. All
magicians are welcome. Seating is limited. For further details telephone
Dominic Mansi on 01986 896806
2.11.02
Daryl's
New Millennium World Tour Lecture has just been released on video and
is available by return in VHS PAL (UK) or NTSC (USA) from
FoolerDoolers.com for just $24.99 (that's around £17 for over 1½
hours of first class magic) - for more information visit their website, or
see
Cool Magic 2
2.11.02
The Order of the Magi present a Star
Lecture by Frederic Shark this Tuesday. As well as lecturing Frederic will
perform his award winning close-up act that was seen at Eastbourne this year
resulting in him being booked to perform at the upcoming Fechter’s Finger
Flinging Frolics convention in the States next year. Venue: The Irish World Heritage
Centre, Queens Road, Cheetham Hill, Manchester. Date: Tuesday, November
5th, at 8pm. This is an open night and magic guests are welcome (£3.00 on
the door). For more information contact the Secretary John 'Sly' Smith on
0161 485 3243 or visit the website:
www.orderofthemagi.co.uk
2.11.02
Geoffrey
Durham, Michael Bailey, Chris Hare, Brian Miller & Audrey, Kenny
Cantor, Alan Shaxon and David Tomkins appear together on Wednesday
November 6th in a Charity Show in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital at
The Magic Circle. Tickets £20.00, show time 7.30pm. Box Office telephone:
01603 710800.
2.11.02
Thursday's
League of Gentlemen on BBC2 featured "street magician Dean Tavalouris"
- I've seen worse! That's it - your news is always welcomed, see you next
week, Duncan.
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