Number 533 - 11th September 2010
Jim
Cellini was one of the truly great street performers. An incredibly
charismatic man both on and off stage, his style and look created an act
template that can be seen across the world, wherever a busking pitch is
available. As he travelled, his skill and manner entranced fellow magicians and
other performers alike, and some of those whose careers he touched and shaped
will gather at this year's International Magic Convention in London (November
26th-28th) to pay tribute to his life, which so sadly ended last year. Artists
in the Saturday afternoon show include Gazzo - perhaps the most internationally
recognised busking magician of the modern day; Michael Vincent to illustrate the
teachings of Slydini with whom Cellini diligently studied; Richard McDougall to
talk about the man and his incredible life, and Johnny Fox, regular American
Renaissance Fair performer and long time friend of Jim Cellini.
www.internationalmagic.com.
(Photo by Duncan Trillo. Jim
Cellini performing in London's Covent Garden 26 years ago).
11.9.10
The
Academy of Magic are pleased to announce a partnership with Davenports Magic
to present lectures from the perfect photographic studio just next door to the
world-renowned shop. Manuel Muerte, of Flicking Fingers fame, will lecture at
7.30pm on Monday 27th September. The complete lecture will be streamed on
www.academyofmagic.com
to be seen live around the world, or you can attend the filming in person at the
Davenports Studio instead (doors at 7pm) for just £10. A drink will be provided
in the interval and if you dress up as a mouse then entrance is free!
11.9.10
Tricky
TV series 3 starts on Tuesday at 5pm. Series 3 will retain many of the
much-loved strands but with a new twist. Instead of performing all of the tricks
himself, Stephen will be joined by a top team of tricksters aged 8-15 to boggle
the brains of the viewing public. Each young member of this unique, hand-picked
group will showcase their own brand of magic from locations all over the UK.
Tuesday - Friday for 5 weeks, and again on Saturday and Sunday for 10 weeks on
CITV. Magic Producer: Paul Andrews, Director: Adrian Edwards, Executive
Producers: Vanessa Hill and Stephen Mulhern.
www.officialstephenmulhern.com. More info:
www.rdfmedia.com.
11.9.10
An
Evening of Magic and Comedy in Oxford. Starring Richard Young, Sam Strange
and Sam Cross this Sunday night at The Chipping Norton Theatre in Oxford. Just a
few tickets remain for the show which starts at 7.45pm (Box office: 01608
642350, all seats are £12). The show will feature a wide ranging mix of comedy,
magic and illusion, including the first ever performance of André Kole's
Squeezebox illusion which was recently made especially for Richard Young by
Philip Hitchcock's Secret Workshop.
11.9.10
Strictly
Come Dancing returns with a special launch show, hosted by Bruce
Forsyth and Tess Daly. Fourteen eager celebrities (including Paul
Daniels) discover who they will be sharing the dance floor with as they
are matched with their professional partners for the first time.
"Strictly Come Dancing line-up is revealed"
Click Here. 6.25pm on Saturday 11th September on BBC 1, see
TV Magic. "How's Paul
Daniels enjoying his Strictly training so far? Not a lot!"
Click Here.
11.9.10
Conjuring
at the Court – 30th September. Conjuring at the Court returns on Thursday
30th September with a top lineup: "Max Somerset is one of the UK’s leading
magicians, with two series on Sky TV, Max Magic and Undercover Magic, and a
starring role in another TV series, The Sorcerer's Apprentice. A versatile
performer who treads the line between genius and madness! Pat Fallon has all the
charm you’d expect from Ireland’s leading magical entertainer. He’s made over 90
TV appearances and delights audiences all over the world with his expert
conjuring. Katherine Rhodes is a polished, professional magician and mind reader
with her own show at Wilton’s Music Hall. John Kimmons is a ventriloquist that
even Simon Cowell enjoys. A hilarious performer with an original approach that
involves the audience in the show. Compère Otiz Cannelloni (photo) has a mind
more suited to testing crash helmets, his performance fluctuates between sheer
genius and downright stupidity. Just when you suspect he doesn’t have a clue,
Cannelloni removes all doubt. It’s taken years of practice to make something so
simple look so difficult. Conjuring at the Court is now Greater London’s
longest-running monthly magic show, enjoyed by regulars and newcomers alike. The
show is great value with the opportunity to see a full evening of magic from
some of the UK’s finest performers for only £10." The Drayton Court, 2 The
Avenue, West Ealing, London W13 8PH (Map),
telephone 020 8997 1019. Tickets and further information:
www.conjuringatthecourt.com.
11.9.10
An
additional event has been added to programme for the IBM British Ring Convention
at Eastbourne. Bob Hayden writes: The Cassadaga Propaganda is a new
show written by Ben Hart and Neil Kelso with their company "Kindred Phenomena
Theatre". The period spanning 1840 to 1940 provides the inspiration for the
show. Voices from the grave and spooky mediums and their stories are featured.
It's a show about ghosts and spiritualism, which runs for seventy minutes with
no interval. You can see it at midnight in the Jevington Room of the Convention
Headquarters hotel, the Landsdowne, after the Saturday Gala. Seating is limited
to 80 so this will be a ticketed event, with a charge £5 to cover the cost of
the room hire. Tickets will be available from the registration desk from the
Thursday morning of the Convention onwards. The British Ring is very pleased to
be able to offer an early preview of this new show to Conventioneers. Ben Hart,
a winner of The Magic Circle Young Magician of the Year, and Neil Kelso are both
members of the Winchester Magical Society, a very active magical club. The show
has been devised for the general public but will be of special interest to
magicians who are into mentalism or enjoy bizarre magic. It includes many mental
effects not seen for some time. This is a theatrical show appropriate to the
bewitching hour. To read more from Bob Hayden this week,
Click Here. (Ben Hart greatly impressed when I saw him win the Young
Magician of the Year Competition back in 2007,
Click Here DT).
11.9.10
The
4 complete Ed Sullivan Shows starring The Beatles will be released on DVD on
Monday. The shows also feature other guest acts including FISM champion Fred
Kaps who had the unenviable task of actually following The Beatles on one of the
shows. This digitally remastered two disc set runs for over four hours, complete
with all 15 songs performed by the band over their four appearances on the show,
including the hits "I Want To Hold Your Hand", "Help" and "Yesterday". This
special new package also includes an exclusive Ed Sullivan Show ticket replica
from The Beatles 1st appearance and approximately 13 minutes of additional
footage. Available from Amazon.co.uk
Click Here.
11.9.10
Ian
Rowland to lecture at the Wessex Magical Association this Tuesday. A rare
lecture from Ian Rowland is scheduled for the President’s Night at the Wessex
Magical Association on Tuesday 14th September: "Ian Rowland is admired by
Banachek and James Randi. He has lectured on the psychology of deception to the
Ministry of Defence (UK) and the FBI (US). His book, The Full Facts book of
Cold Reading, has sold 20,000 copies. He writes a monthly column for The
Magic Circular. Ian’s recreations of psychic shows, spoonbending and
spiritualist séances take him around the world. Ian promises a great two-hour
lecture, ranging from easy-but-good stuff anyone can use to more advanced
material for hard-core enthusiasts, plus some good stories about his most recent
lecture-trip for the FBI." Guest tickets for bona-fide visiting magicians are
just £5. Come and see Ian Rowland at the WMA on Tuesday 14th September at 8pm at
the Bourne Valley Centre, 56 Herbert Avenue, Poole, Dorset BH12 4EE (Map).
www.wmagic.co.uk.
11.9.10
Will
Gray lectures at the Merlin Magical Society on Thursday 16th September.
"Will's 2010 lecture 'Magic with a Capital E' is getting rave reviews from the
magical world. Magic with a capital E (where E stands for Entertainment)
is a lecture which focuses on entertaining in real life working environments
where the E bit is just as important as the clever stuff. The lecture includes a
mix of Cards, Coins, Kids Magic, Mentalism and Comedy." Doors open at 7.30pm,
lecture runs from 8pm to 10pm, entry for non members is only £5. The Merlin meet
at Little Heath Parish Hall, Thornton Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 1JJ (Map).
For more info contact Secretary John Clayton on 07931 525399.
11.9.10
Mark
Leveridge's next Dealer Night takes place in just four weeks time, on Sunday
10th October at the Holiday Inn, Winchester. Previous events in Birmingham,
Bristol, Northampton and Newbury were very enjoyable for all who attended as
they gives everyone the chance to browse the full
Mark Leveridge
Magic and Magicseen
range of products and to buy at a 10% discount, and to benefit from Mark's mini
lecture in which he performs and explains three brand new previously unpublished
routines. There's also the opportunity to see the latest effects performed in
the dealer dem and to request information and dems of any other products of
personal interest. There is plenty of time between the start at 7pm and finish
at 10pm to have a leisurely browse, and to relax and socialise in the comfort of
the hotel, and even to win one of the three valuable prizes to be awarded on the
night! So, register now and book your place on the latest Dealer Night by
visiting
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
11.9.10
DUPES
- new from BigBlindMedia: "Gary Jones and Chris Congreave have a sterling
reputation as working magicians. The material they create and perform is the
sort of stuff you will want to do and audiences love to see! DUPES is an entire
DVD devoted to one of their favourite ideas – using duplicate cards to create
perfect miracles. With a heap of insights and sneaky ideas to elevate this
underused ruse, you will have your jaw pinned to the floor as you watch the
genius ideas these two have laid down for you. Easy, performable, entertaining
magic!" Anyone ordering in the next two weeks will receive a free copy of the
Connected DVD (Torn & Restored Card to Spectator's Pocket, worth £15.99).
www.bigblindmedia.com.
11.9.10
Piff’s
Edinburgh show hits London for one night only! Just the Tonic presents
Piff-tacular 2: Get Rich or Die Trying on 22nd September at 8.30pm at
Leicester Square Theatre. "Lock up your princesses, Piff’s back and this time he
means business! With brand new tricks and Mr Piffles, the world’s first
levitating Chihuahua." Top 3 picks of the fringe – The One Show (BBC) -
Three to See - ThreeWeeks **** Edinburgh Spotlight, ****
Edinburgh Evening News. (The show will be listed on
www.justthetonic.com
shortly).
11.9.10
Chris
Dugdale: An Evening of Magic and Mindreading - until September 19th.
"Chris Dugdale, world
class magician, returns by popular demand to Riverside Studios with a
show that will leave you spellbound. From over 100 performances at the
Monte Carlo Casino in Las Vegas, to a private audience for Her Majesty
The Queen in Windsor, he has mesmerised audiences at the top level. He
is the face and expert behind the new Britain’s Got Talent Stage Magic
kit, and is currently developing two television projects. Experiencing
magic before your eyes is a sensation like no other. Join Chris for a
very different night that you will never forget." Riverside Studios, Crisp Road, Hammersmith,
London W6 9RL (Map).
Box office: 020 8237 1111. More info:
www.riversidestudios.co.uk. “The Riverside's intimate theatre space
allows the audience to enjoy Chris at his best, because he's the
undisputed king of the close-up card trick and a mind-boggling maestro
of modern magic.” Roger Foss, LBC radio, 3rd September 2010. "Chris
Dugdale - Magic and Mindreading"
Click Here.
11.9.10
School
of Magic in Gillingham. Jack Delvin MIMC writes: It gives me great pleasure
to announce the opening of a new branch of The London School of Magic in the
Medway area. I honestly think, bearing in mind it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg,
that I am offering a valuable service to magic and magicians. A little over a
year ago I started a magic school in my home town of Orpington. It has been
running very successfully since then every Saturday morning from 10am – 12noon.
Following on from that, three months ago I started another school this time in
Banstead, Surrey, on Sundays. I am now planning to open up in Gillingham, every
Saturday afternoon from 2pm - 4pm at The Spyglass and Kettle, 2 Woodside,
Gillingham, Kent. ME8 0PG
Free Open Day. I am holding a free open day on Saturday 18th September from 2pm
- 4pm. The number of students at any one time will be limited so that they all
get personal attention. Whatever your interest, or level of ability, I am
confident I can help you. The cost is just £10 per session and you do not have
to commit yourself to a set course. This is ideal for anyone who has a
particular aim in mind; to enter a competition, take an audition for The Magic
Circle, turn pro. or just improve. No magician is perfect, we all need a bit of
help. Why don’t you just come along and see what it is all about? I would
greatly welcome your support.
Please feel free to give me a ring if you are at all interested, or just turn up
on the day. I am not setting out to make a fortune, I just want to cover my
costs and put something back into magic. Incidentally if you live too far away
to get to the meetings I have a fantastic new way of helping you wherever you
live!
Jack Delvin, M.I.M.C. 01689 826169 Magic@JackDelvin.co.uk. 11.9.10
Edinburgh
Magic Circle are pleased to announce the forthcoming lecture by master
mindreader Colin McLeod on 20th September at The Police Club, 28 York Place,
Edinburgh EH1 3EP (Map).
Colin is heading to Las Vegas to perform at Mindvention 2010 and has offered to
give Edinburgh Magic Circle a first taste of what to expect. He has just
finished filming a DVD set with Peter Nardi's Alakazam which will contain many
of the effects from the lecture. Doors open at 7.15pm and the lecture will begin
at 7.45pm. Entrance £10.
www.edinburghmagiccircle.co.uk.
11.9.10
Claudine
Boyer-Chandler to lecture at the Modern Mystic League. On Sunday 12th
September the Modern Mystic League in Blackburn are hosting a very special
lecture. Claudine Boyer-Chandler, is the daughter of Claude Chandler, one of The
Magic Circle's earliest and most influential. Claude Chandler was a meticulous
performer, as was Claudine. She was one of the original Tiller Girls and the
first female magicienne to appear in Saudi Arabia. She performed a silent act
with an assistant, involving dogs. She is a Gold Star Member of the Inner Magic
Circle and has lectured there on her extensive experiences which took her all
over the world in the 50s, which included appearances on the David Nixon Show on
television. The lecture is open to visiting magicians. Contact Allan Clarke on
01772 681522 or visit
www.memel.org.uk for details.
11.9.10
Deeper
and Deeper: The Secrets of Stage Hypnosis by Jonathan Chase. "Jonathan
Chase's book Deeper and Deeper is a very nuts & bolts approach to Stage Hypnosis
a Complete Instruction Course in a book; and should be appreciated by those with
experience, as well as by newcomers to the profession. I linked instantly to
Jonathan's wit and directness in Deeper and Deeper and read parts of the
book several times. If you get only one piece of useful information from any
book then it's well worth the time and money. From this book, I'm sure most
Stage Hypnotists (whatever their level of ability or experience) will get a
great deal more! I especially liked Jonathan's obvious concern for the safety
and wellbeing of his volunteers as well as his attention to the behind the
scenes professionalism of a successful Stage Hypnotist. I recommend this book
very highly and look forward to any subsequent writings from Jonathan." Grant
Boddington - editor Hypnotes. Available from Amazon.co.uk
Click Here.
11.9.10
Penrith
magician, Stuart Hodgson, has become a magic champion for the second year
running after a year of competitions with fellow entertainers from
throughout the North of England; winning the coveted President’s Wand Trophy at
Darlington Magic Circle. The popular and busy children’s entertainer who goes by
the name Stu-Di-Doo had to take part in six different competitions
featuring different aspects of magic throughout the year and was judged upon his
performance, magical content and ability. To add to this he was also nominated
and elected to become the next Secretary of the Darlington Magic Circle. Stuart
said, “I’m really pleased to win the Presidents Wand again, especially as so
many good magicians took part over the year. It was good fun and also a chance
to prove that I do more than balloon models and children’s parties. To be
elected to act as Secretary for the Circle is an incredible honour, even though
it will no doubt involve a lot of extra work. I’m now looking forward to a very
busy year and hopefully trying to defend my title.”
www.thedarlingtonmagiccircle.co.uk.
11.9.10
Theo
The Magician raises a further £430 for The Neonatal Unit, St Helier Hospital,
Surrey, where his daughter was cared for after being born ten weeks early
weighing only 2lbs. Theo hosted a Quiz Night, as a favour to a local Croydon
School, which included a Balloon Modelling round, Close-up Magic and a Cabaret
Show. Then, to Theo's surprise they presented him with the money raised, for him
to pass on to his favourite Charity. Theo was surprised and delighted. The money
will help buy a SISS Baby Control Monitor. Theo is pictured here presenting
Junior Sister Analyn Campbell with the monitor. For the full story visit Theo's
Blog on www.magictheo.com.
Theo's daughter celebrates her 9th birthday tomorrow.
11.9.10
Paul
Gordon presents his all-new lecture this coming Monday, 13th September, at
8pm for The Chester Guild of Magicians. Members free, visitors £5. Venue: The
Bull & Stirrup, 8 Upper Northgate Street, Chester CH1 4EE (Map)
a
www.chesterguildofmagicians.org.uk.
11.9.10
Further
Workshop Plans by Granville Taylor (Faust the Magician). Just published. A
Limited Edition of 200 Copies, each one numbered and signed by the Author. 92
pages, including 12 pages in full colour. "This book is the third volume of my
Workshop Plans books and I have saved the best until the last. As a stage
assistant to Murray in 1951, and later with The Great Lyle (1953) I had the
opportunity and pleasure of seeing two Masters of Magic performing twice
nightly, presenting some of the best illusions of all time. Secretly I recorded
details of the tricks and illusions in two notebooks, and filed descriptions and
measurements of them later for future reference. This book includes much of that
information and it appears here for the first time. Also included are the
original plans I drew up over many years when making magical equipment to be
used by myself as Faust the Magician in my theatre and cabaret tours around the
world, and some to be marketed by ‘Taylor-Made Magic’ for other magicians..."
Email taylormademagic@yahoo.co.uk
to be sent the full flyer, together with ordering instructions.
11.9.10
Stephen
Barry at the TV Choice Awards, at the Dorchester last week, leaving
Denise Welch lost for words!
www.stephenbarry.co.uk • "Okay, Derren... how did you do that?"
Click Here, "Derren’s blast at claim of TV"
Click Here, "Derren Brown's Hero at 30,000 Feet: liveblog tonight"
Click Here, "Derren Brown a hero for 2.6m"
Click Here • "Drew McAdam: Unleash the power of your mind"
Click Here • "Angel takes issue with Valentino"
Click Here • "Celebrity Reveal - Strictly Come Dancing 2010 - BBC
One"
Click Here • "Mike Weatherford: Looking back on Lance Burton"
Click Here • It's not magic, but, I couldn't not link to
this!
Click Here • Your UK magic news is always welcome. Please remember
the strict Friday 12 noon deadline for all submissions. See you next
week, Duncan.
11.9.10