Number 381 - 13th October 2007
Andi
Gladwin and Rob James's Session Convention returns in January 2008
with a fantastic line-up of established artistes and new talent, including
Chad Long (photo), Tom Stone and Matthew J. Dowden who will all be
performing and lecturing at what is now the UK's only dedicated close-up
magic convention. If you have a passion for close-up sleight-of-hand magic
featuring cards and coins then this is the one event you can't afford to
miss! More performers and lecturers will be announced shortly. 26th and
27th January 2008. Registration is now open:
www.sessionconvention.com.
13.10.07
Marisa
Carnesky Magic
War. Carnesky Productions in association with Soho Theatre presents
Marisa Carnesky in Magic War from October 30th - November 10th.
Highly acclaimed and ever inventive show-woman Marisa Carnesky presents
Magic War, a new late-night show for Halloween at Soho Theatre. "A
secret society is in session and Soho’s late-night revelers are invited to
witness the bizarre ritual. The burlesquing of violent battles initiates
them into a dark and deceptive new world order in Marisa Carnesky’s
strange and spectacular realm of nightmarish tricks. Combining thrilling
illusions and gory humour, Magic War brings to life the golden age
of magic shows whilst holding a cracked mirror up to the audience's most
sacred beliefs and survival strategies. Marisa uses magic to manipulate
audiences to the point that they question not only her stunning visual
tricks but their own complicity in a contemporary culture of violence.
They are dared to risk their extremities in guillotines, to be sawn in
two, and to do deals to save their loved ones." Soho Theatre, 21 Dean
Street, London W1D 3NE. October 30th - November 10th at 10pm, + 2nd and
9th at 11.30pm. Box office: 0870 429 6883
www.sohotheatre.com.
13.10.07
The
Magic Circle Annual Awards Banquet 2007. A glittering night of
magic... dinner, dancing, close-up magic, cabaret magic and Britain's top
magic awards, will be held on Saturday, 17th November, at the Holiday Inn
Bloomsbury, Coram Street, London WC1 (6.15pm for 7pm). The cabaret stars
Richard McDougall, Martyn James & Co, and from the USA, David & Dania.
Special guests Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee. Round tables for ten are
available and tickets are £60 each from David Ball MIMC, 40 Sandy Lodge
Way, Northwood, Middlesex HA6 2AS. Telephone 01923 822589 email:
dajoball@magic61.fsnet.co.uk.
Cheques payable to "The Magic Circle". Numbers are limited, so reserve
your tickets now for this special event. Note: You do not need to be a
member of The Magic Circle to enjoy this always excellent evening.
13.10.07
Matthew
J. Dowden (photo), Graham P. Jolley, Juliana Chen, Chris Power, The
Incredible Crisco, Oliver Tabor, Michael J. Fitch, Chris North, Magic Dave
Allen and Peter Holloway. Lectures, Close-up, Gala Show, and magic
dealers: Alakazam, Camtryx, The Card Collection, Big Blind Media, The
Magicians Cave, The Magic Attic, Barrie's Magic, Zane and World Magic
Shop... next Sunday, October 21st at the
Ipswich Magical Society Convention. It's a great line-up, don't miss
it:
www.ipswichmagicalsociety.co.uk.
13.10.07
The
Magic Business - An insider's guide to corporate magic by Michael
Bailey has been
brought firmly up to date with this new DVD ROM release, which includes not
just the original book in its 340 page entirety, but additional material
on video as well. MagicWeek reviews The Magic Business this week,
Click Here.
13.10.07
Graham
P. Jolley, Britain's busiest comedy mentalist (just back from Monte
Carlo where he entertained Shirley Bassey and a host of stars) has been
booked for the 75th Annual Dinner and Cabaret of the Vaudeville Golfer's
Society at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London W2, on Sunday November 4th,
together with Royal Command comedian Andy Leach, The Kaned, and Joe
Goodman. "With noted guest speakers Jerry Thomas and George Sanders the
evening will continue the 75 year-old tradition of being the funniest and
best value evening in town." For more information and tickets visit
www.vaudeville-golfing-society.com or telephone Ray Donn on 01634
672064.
13.10.07
The
Academy of Magic is now advertising on MagicWeek: "We're currently
sourcing more great effects and all that's best in magic and hope to
continue to expand our great selection. Join our mailing list and check
back often to keep up to date with the latest products as we add them to
our catalogue. Remember to ask us for a free demo of our custom voiceovers
and digital audio department, in addition to our great magic items, DVDs,
tricks, books and effects, covering all aspects of the art of magic."
Visit
www.academymagic.com today!
13.10.07
Chris
Cox - London date. Mick Perrin for Just For Laughs Live in
association with Mike Leigh Associates presents Chris
Cox - Everything Happens For A Reason at The Arts Theatre, 6-7 Great
Newport Street, London WC2H 7JB on Saturday, 1st December at 9.30pm. Box
office: 0870 060 1742
www.ticketmaster.co.uk "Everything Happens For A Reason is a
comedy-fuelled, interactive, theatrical experience that showcases
cutting-edge magic, multimedia technology and innovative showmanship,
without a wand, fez, saw or crystal ball in sight. During the show Chris
‘The Magician’ Cox from BBC Radio 1 will delve into the minds of his
audience through subliminal messaging and subtle suggestion, and will lead
them to develop a finale that he will have already predicted prior to the
start of the show."
13.10.07
Misers
Delight Pro. A J B Magic Exclusive. Mark Mason writes: "We think this
is one of the hottest effects in years. When I saw this effect we signed
up a deal immediately to be the UK exclusive distributor. You have to see
these bags to believe both the effect and quality of them. Perfect for
stand up, children's shows or cabaret. Using a red D’Lite you pluck a
bright red lite from thin air. The light appears and vanishes at will.
Finally toss the light into the bag. The light shows through the semi
transparent frosted bag, then visually drops down inside the bag (this
looks amazing). When the bag is full any time you wish you blow in the bag
and all the lights instantly vanish." D’Lite users everywhere will
absolutely love this. See the video at
J B Magic. Limited numbers - don't miss out!
13.10.07
20
Questions With… Andy Nyman. Actor Andy Nyman – who stars in Moonlight
& Magnolias, Ron Hutchinson’s play about the making of Gone With the Wind
- discusses David O Selznick, Derren Brown and the differences between
magic and mentalism. To read the full article from What's on Stage
Click Here.
13.10.07
Max
Somerset lectures at the Kent Magicians Guild at 8pm on Tuesday 30th
October at the club's headquarters: CIU Dunton Green Social Club, 159
London Road, Dunton Green, Kent TN13 2TA (Map)
www.kentmagiciansguild.co.uk Visiting guests: £10.00.
13.10.07
International
Magical Entertainer and British Champion of Close-Up Magic, Chris Priest,
will be presenting his all-new lecture at the Coventry Magic Circle on
Tuesday 16th October at the Bentley Road Sports & Social Club, Bentley
Road, Nuneaton, Warwickshire CV11 5LR (Map).
Lecture starts at 8pm. Visiting magicians welcome (entrance £5) Call Alan
Cooper 07970 262579 for details.
13.10.07
Ticket
sales for the Annual Bolsover Fireworks display have rocketed through
the roof as nearly half of the 5,000 have already been sold. With just
under a month to go until the big bang, organisers Bolsover District
Council promise that the ‘Pirates from the Caribbean’ themed spectacular
hosted and compeered by Safire Illusionist’s Stuart Loughland will provide
a night of top music, fun, entertainment and explosions! Saturday 27th
October - the castle gates open at 5pm in readiness for the Fireworks
Display. Admission to the event is strictly by advance ticket only (£4.95
each, with under 5’s £1.50) telephone 01246 242349.
13.10.07
Chav
Magic. 'Chav' from Channel 4's popular Freaky Magic is out of
jail and will be performing live on stage at the Ipswich Magical Society
Convention on Sunday October 21st... you have been warned!
www.ipswichmagicalsociety.co.uk.
13.10.07
Congratulations
to Daniel Brookes, winner of last week's
Southend
Sorcerers Close-up Competition. At just 17 Daniel was the youngest
entrant in the senior competition, and presented card and coin magic with
his own original twists. Adrian Fox was placed second and Ryan Shloem won
the junior competition.
13.10.07
Iain
Moran lectures for the Home Counties Magical Society on Thursday 18th
October. Non members are welcome (£5 charge) the lecture will start at 8pm
and doors open at 7pm. Venue: Shinfield Parish Hall, School Green,
Shinfield, Reading RG2 9EH (Map)
Contact Dan Hudson, Programme Secretary, for more information
programme@hcms.org.uk telephone
0118 9310981.
13.10.07
Derby
Magic Circle Annual Table Top Sale & Auction. The Annual Derby Magic
Circle Table Top Sale & Auction this year will be held on Tuesday Evening
20th November at Breadsall Memorial Hall, Derby. Doors open at 5.30 pm,
Auction starts at 8.00pm. Refreshments available. o book a table at £10.00
each and for further details contact secretary Andy Sloper: 01332 758918
as soon as possible. Visitors only £1.00 pay on the door.
www.derbymagiccircle.co.uk.
13.10.07
Mark
Wilson's Complete Course in Magic, 472 pages, in stock, dispatched
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- Clever!" • Your UK magic news and reviews always welcomed, see you next
week, Duncan. 13.10.07