Number
883 - 27th May 2017
And
another one! "TanBA’s tastebuds get a close shave. Auditions Week 6. Britain’s
Got Talent 2017"
YouTube
• "‘Britain’s Got Talent’: Magician TanBa Swallowing (Then Regurgitating) Razor
Blades And A Balloon Is Really Quite Something"
Click Here •
"Who's TanBA on Britain's Got Talent? Here's everything you need to know
about the razor blade-eating magician"
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"Britain’s Got Talent’s TanBA almost cut his tongue off once with his
dangerous act"
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"Britain’s Got Talent viewers amazed by Alesha Dixon’s ‘incredible’
language skills as she speaks Japanese to a contestant"
Click Here. The week-long live semi-finals will run all week, Monday
to Friday, and the live Final will take place on Saturday, June 3rd. To date, six
varied magic acts have been featured in the televised auditions: Niels Harder,
DNA, Issy Simpson, Josephine Lee, Matt Edwards and Tanba. Tonight Neil Henry
will make it seven. If I could see into the future
I'd be able to tell you that four of them will make it into the semi-finals, and, for the
first time ever, two magic acts will compete in the final itself. Very best of
luck to them all. DT.
27.5.17
Love
Variety - London's newest show featuring the finest variety artists.
Experience the most amazing performers in an incredibly intimate
environment. Featuring "The world's number one pickpocket" (Time Out),
mind-blowing magic, live music, comedy and so much more! Starring Noel
Britten, James Freedman, Florian Brooks, Jo Below and Felix & Diahann.
Thursday 8th June at 7.30pm. Venue: Runway East Shoreditch, 58-64 City
Road, London EC1Y 2AL (Map).
Tickets:
www.lovevariety.com.
27.5.17
Fake
Magic by Vincent Gambini, Thursday 15th & Friday 16th June, Brighton.
An evening of new and improved sleight of hand. Featuring special guest
performances by Tim Bromage and Tom Cassani. "One thing they don't tell
you at magic school is just how hard, how excruciatingly hard, it
actually is to be a magician. It's not just the endless children's
birthday parties, or the mind-numbing corporate gigs. It's the fact that
when you step on stage, everyone knows that what you're doing isn't
real: it's a trick, and everything you do is fake. You're a fake, you're
a phoney. You're not a real magician. That's what people think and
they're right." Thursday 15th and Friday 16th June, at 7.30pm. The Rose
Hill, 70-71 Rosehill Terrace, Brighton BN1 4JJ (Map).
Booking and info:
www.therosehill.co.uk (booking is free, £3 paid on arrival). With
support from the University of Sussex, Shoreditch Town Hall, and the
Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts. "This thoughtful, playful
and multi-layered piece will make you question how we watch and what we
see" ★★★★ The Guardian, reviewing Vincent Gambini's 'This is Not a
Magic Show'.
27.5.17
Richard
Jones 'The Power of Imagination' - back on tour in August. Richard
Jones's 'The Power of Imagination' show will be back on the road in
August, with more dates to be added. Book early, the last tour sold out.
Friday 4th August – FireStation – Windsor
Click Here.
Saturday 5th August – The Library Theatre – Luton
Click Here.
Thursday 10th August – Engine Shed, Lincoln
Click Here.
Friday 11th August – Riley Smith Theatre – Leeds Click Here. 27.5.17
The
Magic History Gathering at The Magic Circle 2017. Peter Lane writes:
This year’s Magic History Gathering is to be held at HQ on Saturday 10th
June, and Chairman Eddie Dawes promises a wide spectrum of topics
ranging from the 18th century to the present day. From Russia, Andrey
Fedorov will present a survey of magic and magicians in that country,
and George Kovari will talk about his magic advisory work for theatre
and television, including that for the production of Macbeth. Ian Keable
will focus on the greatest hoax of the 18th century, The Bottle Conjurer
of 1749, while James Smith will offer a brief history of magic books as
told through the eyes of the sale room. Brian Lead, assisted by Dave
Andrews and John Yeadon, will explore the legacy of the lady
ventriloquist Josephine Langley through the reminiscences of her son,
Maurice Howarth and Andrey Federov, from Russia, will talk about
Houdini's performances in that country. To close, Richard Wiseman and
Paul Zenon will present ‘Robert Harbin Unseen’ based on their researches
on Harbin’s related illusions The Transparent and Invisible Man, the
former dating back to the 1930s.
Afterwards there will be a sale of some of the books from the late David
Price’s collection which were bequeathed to The Magic Circle. Booking to
reserve your place at the 2017 Magic History Gathering is now open, and
the price, which includes morning coffee, a buffet lunch and afternoon
tea, remains the same as last year. Because payment for admission must
be made at least one week before the event, could you please, as soon as
possible, send a cheque for £40 per person, payable to 'The Magic
Circle', to this address: Bob Loomis, 4 Thrush Green, North Harrow,
Middlesex HA2 6EZ, UK. Email
loomis@dircon.co.uk for any further information required. Admission
for the day includes morning coffee, afternoon tea and a substantial
finger buffet lunch. The day is open to non members of The Magic Circle.
27.5.17
Paul
Gordon's Card Capers Day of Magic is back! "Paul Gordon's Card
Capers Day of Magic is a full day of magic tuition and lecturing. It's a
fun fast-paced day full of practical and entertaining card magic from
Paul's books and DVDs. Paul also teaches sleights, presentation, the
business, patter, and relates funnies and experiences. In all, it's an
inspirational day. This year's Card Capers is the 20th and always sells
out. In other words, book as soon as possible! Sunday 24th September.
10am to 5pm. Tickets £55, and include food. Book via
www.paulgordon.net/cardcapers.html. Venue: The John Selden,
Worthing, West Sussex BN13 2EN (Map).
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Beautiful
Magicians Club, June 2nd, London. Sam Hurst writes: Following
Monday's tragic events, we will now be giving all profits to the
Manchester victims and families fund. This time we have a TV Star, a
member of Royalty, and a Playboy Cover Star! Following the sell-out
success of our debut at the Brentham Club,
Beautiful Magicians' Club return to bring the finest magicians, music
and
world-class variety acts for a night of fun, laughs and wows!
Our beautiful line up:
Max Somerset,
Katrina Darling,
Kheski Kobler,
Jisu Park,
Diobo and
Mat Boden. Beautiful Magicians' Club, The Brentham Club, 38A
Meadvale Rodd, London W5 1NP (Map).
Doors 7.30pm. Show 8pm.
Age guide: 14+
100 seated capacity. Tickets:
Click Here. More info:
www.facebook.com/beautifulmagiciansclub.
27.5.17
Practical
Magic change of ownership. Cheryl Le Poidevin writes: "Gary Dunn and
Charlene will be taking ownership of Practical Magic as of Monday 5th
June 2017. I will continue to accept orders until Wednesday May 31st,
but after this will be packing up ready for Gary to collect the stock.
Huge thanks to all our loyal customers and friends, who have purchased
from us over the twenty one years Jeremy and I have run Practical Magic.
I wish Gary and Charlene every success as they carry the name of
Practical Magic forward." I'm sure MagicWeek readers would like to join
me in wishing Cheryl the very best as she steps back from the magic
scene; and also wish Gary Dunn and Charlene well as they take over
Britain's favourite magic dealer for children's entertainers. DT.
www.practical-magic.com.
27.5.17
A
new magic lecture from Beau, for International Magic. International
Magic write: We’re pleased to announce that our next lecture will take
place on Saturday 3rd June. This lecture is unusual on two counts: it is
being held on a Saturday (which is rare) and it is a lecture that no one
has previously seen. So, who is the lecturer? He is a magician named
‘Beau’; he has been a regular in our London shop for some years. During
his visits, Beau frequently performed magic routines for other
customers, and did likewise performing in the Foyer at our magic
conventions. In 2016 he performed at our Social Day. On all occasions,
the impact he’s had has been extremely powerful on both magicians and
the public.
A few years back, I asked Beau to let us know when he was ready to
present a lecture, and asked that he do his first for us. He kindly
agreed, and the time for that lecture has finally arrived. So, if you’ve
been fortunate enough to have seen Beau perform, we know you’ll make a
point of attending this, his first lecture. If you haven’t yet seen him,
then you should come along to experience and learn some great magic
using a pack of cards and the power of the mind. £15.00 per person,
payable at the door, but please email or call first to reserve your
place. Saturday 3rd June, 4pm to 7pm. Venue: 2nd Floor of Casa Italiana,
136 Clerkenwell Road, London EC1R 5DL (Map).
www.internationalmagic.com .
27.5.17
Sherpa
Sharpie Pen Covers at PropDog. PropDog write: The PropDog Magic Shop
are very pleased to announce that they are now the official European
Distributor for Sherpa Sharpie Pen Covers. The PropDog website now holds
27 varieties of regular and special edition covers, available for
immediate dispatch. Sherpa Pen Covers are a stylish cover that fit over
your regular sharpie, giving that extra touch of class or personal
statement to your performance. For wholesale enquires, please email us
at info@propdog.co.uk or to see
the full range, please visit:
www.propdog.co.uk/sharpie-sherpas-pen-covers.
27.5.17
Finland's
Christian Engblom to lecture at the Cotswold Magical Society. Peter
Kidd writes: On Wednesday 7th June, the Cotswold Magical Society
welcomes Finnish magician Christian Engblom to the Hucclecote Community
Centre in Gloucester. Christian, who specialises in close-up magic and
card magic, has been a professional performer for more than twenty
years, having performed at different corporate and private functions, on
cruise ships, on TV and at festivals around the world. His lecture is
titled 'Details and Justification - or How to Turn Over the Deck.' With
practical examples and routines, he teaches ways to make your magic
stronger through justification and simple psychological techniques. Most
of the effects and techniques are demonstrated with cards, but the
lessons taught are universal. Effects and moves range from easy to
difficult, from published to underground. Non-members are very welcome,
£10 on the door, which opens at 7.30pm. More info:
www.cotswoldmagic.co.uk.
27.5.17
John
Derris presents 'The Seven Simple Secrets of Jack Avis' at the Bexley
Magic Society. Roy Marsh writes: A unique evening presentation
hosted by Bexley Magic Society on 7th June, to which magicians and
societies are invited. 'The Seven Simple Secrets of Jack Avis' is a
lecture/presentation by John Derris (who knew him for over 40 years)
with tricks and tales of one of Britain’s top amateur magicians of
yesteryear. Jack Avis was a friend of Dai Vernon, Ed Marlo, John Ramsey
and others, and he published over 500 effects and routines in his
lifetime. Every magician attending the lecture will be given a free
prize draw entry to win a copy of Jack Avis’ excellent 156 Page book
'Vis a Vis'.
There will be a 60 minute magic flea market before the lecture offering
manuscripts, props, gimmicks and items from the last 50 years, with
prices from £1.00 to £10.00. Plus many out-of-print books from top
magicians like Vernon, Lorayne, Carney, Marlo, Ganson, Amar, Koran,
Bannon, Cellini and others. All editions from the residue of the Jack
Avis estate and priced at £5.00.
This unique presentation will be an opportunity to learn more about this
non-performing magician, who was a 'ghost' in the magic landscape and
yet one of the great close-up triumvirate of the time - Alex Elmsley,
Roy Walton and Jack Avis. Doors open 7pm for the flea market. Lecture
starts at 8pm. Non-members £5 at the door. Bexley Club for the Disabled,
Barton Close, Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 8PJ (Map).
Come early for the best bargains.
www.bexleymagic.org.uk.
27.5.17
Magicseen's
Bank Holiday Flash Offer. Everyone at Magicseen appreciates the
support that we get from subscribers, readers and book purchasers, and
so by way of a 'thank you' we would like to make a special
not-to-be-missed offer on one of our download book titles: Wayne
Dobson Definitive Collection. This amazing book offers fans of Wayne
Dobson's magic a treasure trove of great effects to learn and use, plus,
it includes some terrific stories from Wayne's professional life. For
this Bank Holiday weekend only we are offering the download version of
this book at half our normal full retail price making it an unbeatable
bargain. Offer ends at midnight on Monday 29th May 2017. To get your
copy go to
www.magic.forgecom.info/bhspecial.htm now!
27.5.17
Magic
Triangle is holding a Bring & Buy Sale. Keith Norman writes: The
Magic Triangle is holding a Bring & Buy Sale on Sunday 4th June at 7pm
at Straws Bar, 21 Osborne Street, Colchester CO2 7DA (Map)
www.themagictriangle.co.uk. No charges for a table, no commission,
free tea and coffee!
27.5.17
Derren Brown Miracle is being repeated on Tuesday 6th June on Channel 4. Derren Brown, the master of psychological Illusion, performs his latest jaw-dropping stage show, Miracle, on stage in London. Recorded live in the spectacular Palace Theatre, this sold-out show features some of Derren's most intriguing moments. Performing live on stage gives Derren his greatest pleasure and his stage shows have been acclaimed by critics around the globe as amazing and thought-provoking. Miracle was created with Derren's long-time collaborators Andy Nyman and Andrew O'Connor, fusing magic, suggestion and psychology. Filmed in front of a packed audience at the Old Vic in London. See TV Magic. 27.5.17
Travis Perkins Assembly - Ferrybridge Day of Magic, Sunday 2nd July. Danny Hunt writes: With Lecturettes, a Workshopette, and the Showette, Dealers and Traders, the day looks like it will be another promising event - put the date in your diary now. More news as we approach the day! Venue is The Community Centre, The Square, Ferrybridge, West Yorkshire WF11 8PQ (Map). Doors open 9.45am and the day ends at 5pm. For more information please visit our Facebook page: Ferrybridge Day of Magic, contact the Travis Perkins Assembly on 01904 709500 or email Michael Shepherd gmfs.msm@gmail.com or Danny Hunt info@amethystmagic.com. 27.5.17
Blackpool
Magicians' Club, new website. Alan Horne writes: Blackpool
Magicians' Club are pleased to have their new website up and running.
Details of upcoming events and registration details for the 2018
convention are all on there. The convention (this will be our 66th) runs
from Friday 16th to Sunday 18th February, with the gigantic Magic
Auction on Thursday 15th.
www.blackpoolmagic.com.
27.5.17
Scottish Escapology Exhibition, East Kilbride - final weekend. Scottish Escape Artist Andy Robertson is currently hosting Scotland's first escapology Exhibition at the East Kilbride Arts Centre. It's on until May 28th, daily, from 10am to 8pm. At the exhibition you'll be able to see a large picture of Houdini at the Glasgow Pavilion from 1920, only the second time it’s been on public display; a Houdini Milk can made by David De-Val; a large display of handcuffs from all over the world, including ankle and thumb cuffs; a Medieval gibbet cage; several straitjackets, and lots more. To download the PDF exhibition booklet Click Here. Andy is personally appearing most weekends at the Exhibition from noon to 2pm to give some demonstrations and to show people some of the exhibits in the displays, as well as answer any questions. Andy said: "The exhibition has been a huge success so far with people coming to see it from all over the country. I’m delighted that the council and management have supported this venture and it’s a real pleasure to be able to have all this on show. It was well over a year in the making, but it’s all been worth it." See www.slleisureandculture.co.uk. 27.5.17
Close-up
'Witchcraft' Magic at The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic, Boscastle,
Cornwall. Brian Johnson writes: The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
located at Boscastle, Cornwall. Following a successful appearance in
May, Tony Quenten returns to the Museum on Wednesday 28th and Thursday
29th June to perform Close-up ‘Witchcraft’ Magic. This is a free show,
repeated continually throughout the day for museum visitors. See
www.anthonyquenten.com and
www.museumofwitchcraftandmagic.co.uk.
27.5.17
The
MagicWeek Video Archive. This week, part two of 'Penn and Teller's Magic and Mystery
Tour' as the twosome visit Egypt:
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with past weeks and the occasional
'bonus' video
Click Here.
27.5.17
Tommy Cooper: Not Like That, Like This. Drama telling the story of one of Britain's best-loved comedians - a giant of a man with a delicate soul, a man who was in love with two women and was unable to choose between them. Tommy Cooper was a magician, a comedian, an entertainer and a celebrity adored by the public. But he was a troubled man who drank too much and slept too little, and who spent the last 17 years of his life loving both his wife Dove and his assistant Mary. Tommy was unable to live without either, and his shocking death from a heart attack in front of millions of television viewers in April 1984 meant that he never had to make that impossible choice. 10pm on 4th June on ITV3. See TV Magic. 27.5.17
"Street magician Julius Dein, and his huge
success on the web"
Click Here • "Nobody's fool: Illusionist Rick Thomas emphasizes
artistry, not trickery"
Click Here • "Michael Grandinetti Returns for Fourth Season of Hit
CW Series Masters of Illusion"
Click Here • "Magic Lounge will bring the magic bar back to Chicago"
Click Here • "New festival hoping to make Regina a destination for
magic"
Click Here • "McCord Museum's Illusions exhibit conjures up the
golden age of magic"
Click Here • That's it for another week. Your UK magic news is
always welcomed. See you next week, Duncan.
27.5.17