Number
1193 - Saturday 6th May 2023
Dynamo:
Mind Over Magic in production for Sky. Dynamo is currently in pre-production
for a brand new series for Sky, with the working title 'Dynamo: Mind Over
Magic'. Expectation is the production company behind the series. Until we hear
more if you'd like to see Dynamo in person then you'll have to zip along to King
Charles III's Coronation today: "King Charles coronation: Dynamo invited to
ceremony"
www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk.
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Edinburgh Magic. An Intimate Evening of Wonder in Enchanting Surroundings. From the promoter: Kevin Quantum’s new show presents the Edinburgh magic that fooled the most brilliant minds.
• Intimate evening of mystery in the elegance of The Caledonian Hotel
• Rediscovered magical marvels of Scotland and Edinburgh’s past
• Consummate performance from international magician Kevin Quantum
Join Edinburgh’s own international magician Kevin Quantum for an incredible show
packed with tricks that fooled some of the most brilliant and creative people
ever to have lived.
Among those left dumfounded were JK Rowling, Sir Paul McCartney and Houdini!
Much of the magic has strong links to Edinburgh and Scotland and includes tricks
rediscovered and recreated by Kevin after reading century-old newspaper accounts
and Magic Circle meeting minutes.
This limited run, on Saturday evenings from 15th April to 1st July, offers an
exclusive and up-close experience for audiences of just 30 people in the elegant
surroundings of Edinburgh’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel, known locally as The
Caledonian.
Performances take place in the Versailles Suite and those who book front and
second row tickets will be treated to a complementary glass of Prosecco on
arrival.
There's no strict code, but elegant evening attire is encouraged.
May 6th, 27th
June 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
July 1st
Times: 6pm and 8pm
Duration: 60-70 minutes, with a five minute intermission
Venue: Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian, Princes Street, Edinburgh
EH1 2AB
Suitability: Age 12+
Ticket prices: £30 - £55
Booking and additional information:
www.edinburghmagic.co.uk/contact.
6.5.23
Peter
Pan at The London Palladium. Flying into The London Palladium this
Christmas, Peter Pan will be the West End's ultimate pantomime adventure.
Starring Jennifer Saunders as Captain Hook and Julian Clary as seaman Smee, the
cast includes all your Palladium panto favourites, including Paul Zerdin, Nigel
Havers, Gary Wilmot and the return of Rob Madge. Hook your tickets early to
guarantee the best seats! 9th December - 14th January 2024:
www.palladiumpantomime.com.
6.5.23
PropDog's
Coronation Weekend Sale! This week, to celebrate the coronation of King
Charles III, we are having a mega sale. From 25% off selected items all the way
up to 50% off! We may not be able to offer the crown jewels, but there are
certainly gems to be had here. Finishing on Tuesday, fill your boots!
www.propdog.co.uk.
6.5.23
Final
Call For The Commercial Close Up Refresher Event. On Tuesday 9th May 2023 at
7.30pm (BST) Mark Leveridge is presenting a special Zoom event dedicated to
revealing key pointers to help close-up magicians to work successfully. Entitled
The Commercial Close Up Refresher Session, the 2 hour event will be split into
two halves.
Part 1 will concentrate on the techniques required to perform at mix and mingle events where the audience is possibly as mobile as the magician! Getting and keeping attention, performing while completely surrounded, breaking into closed groups of standing spectators plus much more are all explained.
Part 2 turns attention to table hopping where the performer is working at table sides in restaurants or at dinner functions. Important aspects of timing when to perform, dealing with different sized tables, how to become a valued member of a restaurant team are just some of the techniques Mark will be discussing. As well as providing expert advice, hints and tips, Mark will also perform and explain 8 routines from his own working repertoire which are designed for these working conditions. This event is equally useful for beginners to this sort of work and also for more experienced entertainers, looking to refresh their knowledge. Tickets cost just £10.00. For more information and to book your 'front row' seat, go to www.markleveridge.co.uk. 6.5.23
Wayne
Fox Lecture - Huddersfield Circle of Magicians. The incomparable Wayne
Fox presents his brand new lecture live on Wednesday, 10th May, at Savoy Youth &
Community Centre, 32A Elm Street, Skelmanthorpe, Huddersfield HD8 9BH. Visiting
Magicians are most welcome, £10 on the door. 7.30pm for an 8pm start.
facebook.com/Huddersfieldcircleofmagicians.
6.5.23
New
Dodo Magazine for May. The new May 2023 issue of the Dodo magazine is now
available. Written and illustrated by Jerry Sadowitz, the magazine consists of
card magic, close-up, mentalism and comedy material that some will find
offensive. This issue also includes a little known card miracle by Jack Vosburgh
and a lesser known coin miracle by Tommy Cooper. Email
jerrysadowitz@hotmail.com for
further details and price.
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Leeds
Magic Jam. Leeds Magic Jam are pleased to announce Jack Rhodes will be
lecturing at our convention this year.
Jack Rhodes mixes magic and video editing to create fantastic videos that are
unique and engaging. After his incredible lecture at Blackpool this year we had
to book him. Simply one of the best lectures we've seen. Not to be missed!
For more information on the Leeds Magic Jam one day magic convention and to book
tickets visit:
www.ticketebo.co.uk/leeds-magic-jam/2023.
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Chris
Frost Lecture at the Wessex Magical Association.
Steve Bowring writes: The Wessex Magical Association are hosting the Chris Frost lecture on
Tuesday 9th May at 7.30pm at the Grasshopper Pub, 139-141 Bournemouth Road,
Poole BH14 9HT. Visiting magicians welcome £10 on the door. Contact
secretary@wmagic.co.uk for details.
6.5.23
Magic
Sam on Craig Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every
week Craig Petty sits down and chats with a well known magician; a creator, a
performer, or someone who has had a positive impact on the Magic Community. This
week: "Magic Sam - The Beautiful Magicians Club, Magic Sam & Friends and
more!" YouTube
[See What's On for upcoming Sam Hurst/Magic
Sam/Gambit! dates].
6.5.23
Big
Congratulations to Pete Heat winner of the Best Act award at the Llandudno
Fringe last week!
www.victorian-extravaganza.com/fringe.
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The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This
week,
Paul Daniels with guest Danny La Rue, and Debbie McGee, on 'The Paul
Daniels Magic Show' from 7th February 1987. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
6.5.23
Chance
Powers and The Table of Death. Mitch Law writes: Professional magician, Duan
Lafin has written a fictional novel called Chance Powers and The Table of Death.
The story concerns a team of professional magicians who use their skills to take
down fake psychics and mobsters. It's definitely worth taking on holiday for
reading on the beach, or as a present for a magician you know. For more details
see
Amazon.co.uk.
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Calling
all Young Magicians!
Want to learn the real secrets of magic?
In partnership with the Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, Kevin Quantum is running a
workshop for 13-18 year old magicians and theatre makers interested in
theatrical magic. "We’ve isolated three areas that magicians often trip up on: Presence, Character
and Direction. We’re going to do a deep dive, examining your own performances
and learning from working directors and magicians. The hardest tricks to master
in magic tend not to be the complex sleight of hand but the art of comfortably
standing on a stage in front of people, with ease and confidence." There
are still a few places left so why not come along!
14th May, 11am, Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh. See
www.lyceum.org.uk.
6.5.23
Auction Hunters: Viva Las Vegas. The Auction Hunters bid on some big units at a sale in Las Vegas, discovering an antique naval cane sword and a magician's prop from the seventies. Wednesday 17th May on Sky History 2. Repeat. See TV Magic for details. 6.5.23
"The magician who runs one of the world's smallest theatres" Click Here • "Northampton magician Sean Heydon lectures in Florida about his card tricks" Click Here • "Magician from Tilbury wins Amazon staff talent show title" Click Here • "Magic Legend Teller Reveals the Secrets of the Biggest ‘Mrs. Davis’ Tricks" Click Here • "The Chase viewers all have the same complaint as they spot bizarre trend with ITV contestants" Click Here • "David Blaine celebrates 50th birthday with Sergey Brin, Woody Harrelson" Click Here • "David Arquette Calls Playing Magician in Mrs. Davis 'Childhood Dream Come True'" Click Here • "Magician performs magic trick live on Good Day Orlando" Click Here • That's it for another week, your UK magic news is always welcomed, see you next week, Duncan. 6.5.23