Number 649 - 1st December 2012
French
Magician and Comedian Eric Antoine announces one-off London gig for 2013. "French
superstar Eric Antoine has announced a one-off gig [Wednesday May 22nd 2013] in London’s O2 Shepherd’s
Bush Empire, as the ‘greatest magician in the world’ makes his way to Britain
for a rare UK performance." To read the full story, and for booking information
Click
Here. Also see
www.ericantoine.com.
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Jeff
Wayne's musical version of “The War of the Worlds”, starts an arena tour
this December. The Twins FX are on the creative team, supplying the special visual effects. This all-new live production will feature a 3-tonne, 35-foot
tall Martian Fighting Machine firing real flame Heat Rays at the audience, and
scanning them with its bug-like eyes, as it 'lands' centre stage. Special
effects and illusions include a world-first 'levitation' and the Martian
Fighting Machine's 'incineration' of a cast member; all contributing to the
all-encompassing experience that is The War of The Worlds. Liam Neeson
heads the cast in 3D holography, portraying the role of George Herbert. His
groundbreaking, full-bodied, live action 3D hologram interacts with the live
performers. "It's great to be part of such a big production and we look forward
to the Twins FX team being on tour” Paul of Twins FX commented. Jeff Wayne’s
The War of the Worlds tours major arenas around the world. See
www.thetwinsfx.com and
www.thewaroftheworlds.com for more info and tour dates.
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Don't
call me Shirley... To mark the two year anniversary of the passing of comic
actor Leslie Nielson, Victorian magic duo Morgan & West have released a new
trick as a tribute to the great man,
Click Here.
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Tommy
Cooper's Christmas, 8.55pm on Saturday 8th December on Channel 5.
Classic comedy from 1974: "Tommy Cooper has the audience in stitches in
this special Christmas show. Allan Cuthbertson, Tommy Godfrey, Glyn
Houston, Damaris Hayman and Annette Potts join in the fun. Providing the
music are guest stars Dana (the sweet-voiced Irish European Song winner
and pop star in the days before she became a politician) and American
crooner, Vic Damone. Also making an appearance is French entertainer
Andre Tabon, who brings some of his puppets with him." See
TV Magic.
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Paul
Zenon is once again special guest at
The Gadget Show Live at Christmas at ExCel London this weekend with shows at
11am, 1.30pm and 4pm in the 2,700 capacity Super Theatre. Also see
www.gadgetshowlive.net. Paul's back on Countdown on Monday for the
week, see TV Magic.
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Luca
Volpe is Rebecca Lea's guest on "Cruising with the Stars" on Friday 14th
December at 8pm on Sky Channel 284. Expect: "A full hour dedicated to the magic
and mystery of Luca Volpe including clips from his live show together with
incredible 'mind experiments' performed live in studio!" Friday 14th December at
8pm, repeated Monday 17th December at 12 noon and 4pm, on Sky Channel 284.
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Stu
Turner appears at the O2. Formerly half of 'Magic Incorporated'; a comedy
illusion double-act formed in the early 90's, Stu took a 10 year break from
performing and is now back as a solo act. Along with regular nights on the
London comedy circuit and at Her Majesty's Theatre in the West End, Stu is now
appearing in 'Sunday Night Live' at the O2 Indigo on Sunday 9th December. As
well as performing a main slot in the show, Stu will be compering the evening,
bringing his unique blend of magic, comedy and absolute nonsense to the
proceedings, at the fabulous 1,600 seater venue. Details of the show and
tickets:
www.theo2.co.uk/indigo2
www.stuturner.co.uk.
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Jay
Fortune's Magick and Mayhem, London.
Will you laugh in the face of death? A dark comedy and magic show for adults
only. It's a virtual certainty that you have never seen magic quite like the
comical and slightly disturbing tricks seen in Jay Fortune's Magick and Mayhem
show. Featuring close-up magic combining horror, comedy, dark themes of life and
death and a few twisted pieces for those who like something a little different.
Not for those however, of a nervous disposition or those who are easily
offended. Written by Jay Fortune. Produced and directed by Richard Leigh.
Presented by Dee Riley. Finish work, have a drink, and start your Thursday night
out in a very unusual way. A dark magic show for adults only. Every Thursday at 7pm during December, plus Thursday January
3rd. Davenports Magic Theatre, Davenports, 7 Charing
Cross Underground Arcade, Strand, London, WC2N 4HZ. Book via
www.falseimpressions.co.uk.
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Human
Ventriloquist Masks. Izzy Wizzy Magic write: "Human Ventriloquist Masks are
now back in stock after a total sell out at the International Magic Convention,
as seen on TV show Celebrity Juice! A great comedy item that can be used for
kids or cabaret, turn your assistant into a human ventriloquist's dummy! This
mask is made of a strong durable plastic, and has sponge lining on the inside so
it is easy on the assistants face. It has got a strong, durable, invisible
string to move the mouth and 2 Velcro straps; one goes around the back of the
neck and the other around the head just over the ears. 'Best buy I’ve had at the
convention' Jeff McBride." Order from:
www.izzywizzymagic.co.uk.
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Midwinter
Magic - Croydon. "A marvellous magic show for all the family
celebrating the magic of Christmas. A blend of fun and interactive magic
with beautiful and spectacular magic, all themed around Christmas.
Presented by Paul Brown." Doors open 15 minutes before the show which
starts at 3pm every Sunday on 2nd, 9th, 16th,
23rd and 30th December. Tickets are £12 (£10 concessions). For more
information and to book visit
www.paulbrownmagic.com Venue:
Croydon
Park Hotel, 7 Altyre Road, Croydon, Surrey CR9 5AA (Map).
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PaulHarrisPresents.co.uk
are pleased to announce the UK exclusive release of SKYCAP: "You start with
nothing in your hands but an empty water bottle and its cap. You tightly screw
the plastic cap onto your bottle and then take a normal straw (or pen or
rolled-up dollar bill) and slowly push the straw through the center of the cap
and completely into the sealed bottle! Rap your knuckles on the cap to show it's
still solid... and immediately hand the capped bottle out for examination."
Watch a video and order today with free UK delivery from
www.paulharrispresents.co.uk.
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Morgan
& West's Magical Menagerie with Rob James & Alex McAleer. "Roll up roll up!
Time travelling magicians Morgan and West bring you the UK's finest magical
talent - psychics, conjurers and prestidigitators live and in captivity! Morgan
and West have travelled to the four corners of the empire to bring back the
greatest specimens the magical world has to offer. Each show sees two new
dabblers in the dark arts unleashed upon the audience, presided over by
conjurer-collecting duo Morgan and West. Minds will be read, impossibilities
realised and thoroughly good times had by all. With guest magicians Rob James &
Alex McAleer. Thursday 6th December at 7.30pm at Old Fire Station, 40 George
Street, Oxford OX1 2QA (Map)
www.oldfirestation.info. Tickets £7 via
www.wegottickets.com. Also see
www.morganandwest.co.uk.
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The
Only Way is Alex. Alex Lodge can be seen on hit TV show The Only Way is
Essex this Sunday at 10pm on ITV2 in their Christmas special. Alex was asked
to provide some magical entertainment and help reality star 'Little Chris' make
Lucy levitate in the season finale as part of a TOWIE variety show. See
TV Magic.
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"Magician's
Head Set on Fire by Host on National TV Show"
Click Here. Dreadful news; our thoughts go to Wayne Houchin with the hope
that he makes a full recovery. DT. Also see "Vegas magicians respond to attack
on ‘Breaking Magic’ star Wayne Houchin"
Click Here and twitter.com/WayneHouchin. "Did a TV show host set a magician on fire because
he thought he was a witch-doctor?" [Warning: The following article from the
NewStatesman contains a link to YouTube video footage of the incident that is
distressing to watch]
Click Here. (Photo: Wayne Houchin in Discovery Channel's 'Breaking Magic'.)
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