Number
1195 - Saturday 20th May 2023
The
Magic Circle Convention 2023. The Magic Circle's 2nd Annual
Convention will be held on Sunday 30th July at its HQ in London, with
The Wesley Hotel next door providing the perfect additional space
for The Magic Emporium Dealers' Showcase. Don't miss this star-studded
day with amazing lectures and an International Gala show like no other!
Acts will include FISM winner Mario Lopez from Spain and many, many more
Stars of Magic yet to be revealed... This event has strictly limited
places and tickets are now available: Member VIP Gold £100 - Member
Standard £65 - Non-Member £85. Book here:
tmcshop.squarespace.com/store.
20.5.23
Marc
Oberon, international magician and FISM winner will be presenting his
award-winning cruise ship show at Magicbox on Wednesday, 31st May!
Magicbox write: Marc Oberon is an English magician based in Nottingham,
specializing in artful stage, close-up and mentalism magic. Performing
internationally, as well as innovating and developing new magic for
other performers worldwide, Marc is a significant fixture in the
pantheon of world-class magicians.
Marc is a Gold Star Member of The Inner Magic Circle, his philosophy of
magic is encapsulated in his book "Grips, Lines & Looks – A Theory of
Magical Choreography." He is regularly invited to lecture to magical
societies all over the world to speak on his unique approach to
performance. An innovator - Marc has designed and invented many magical
effects that are used by professional magicians worldwide. A Headline
Act - appearing regularly on the world’s most prestigious cruise ship
stages (Cunard, SilverSea, Seabourn, Saga, Holland America).
Wednesday 31st May. Doors 6pm. Show 7.30pm. Seats are limited. No
physical tickets will be sent, your details will be noted for entry on
the night. It may be possible to pay on the door if it is not sold out.
Free tea and coffee, other refreshments also available. Venue: Magicbox,
Unit 3 Strand House, Locomotion Way, Camperdown Ind. Est., Killingworth,
Newcastle Upon Tyne NE12 5US
www.magicbox.uk.com.
20.5.23
Christian
Grace Lecture - Newcastle Magic Circle. Alan Hooper writes:
Newcastle Magic Circle are proud to welcome Christian Grace on Monday,
22nd May, for the next lecture in their programme. Christian is well
known for his amazing effects and creativity. Releasing effects: Level
One, Miracle One and Inevitable Choice amongst others. He has worked
with Vanishing Inc and Ellusionist. Speaking with members from other
Circles I know there is a buzz already about this lecture. Join us at
MagicBox for this lecture. Doors open 7pm, Lecture starts 7.30pm. Guest
fees apply. For more information email:
nmcsecretary@outlook.com
or visit
www.newcastle-magic-circle.co.uk.
20.5.23
Nick Mohammed Presents The Very Best &
Worst of Mr. Swallow.
Duke of York's Theatre, London, Sunday 21st May.
Nick Mohammed is one of the UK’s most celebrated comedians, actors and
writers. Nick has received feverish critical acclaim for his previous
Mr. Swallow shows Dracula!, Houdini and The Vanishing Elephant and has
wowed audiences as Mr. Swallow in Dictionary Corner on Channel 4’s Cats
Does Countdown, with clips of his performances quickly going viral.
He is the writer and star of Sky’s hit series Intelligence with David
Schwimmer and has recently featured in a host of TV comedies including
Stath Lets Flats, Inside No. 9 and This Time with Alan Partridge.
www.atgtickets.com.
20.5.23
Britain's Got Talent - the live semi-finals. A week of live semi-finals starts on Monday, 29th May, as acts compete for the chance to win a large cash prize and a spot on the Royal Variety Performance. See TV Magic for details. 20.5.23
James
Keatley 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: "James Keatley: One of the hottest names in magic, and the 'Trick of
Blackpool 2023"
YouTube.
20.5.23
The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This
week,
Ian Keable and Danny Buckler promoting their upcoming show 'Uri Geller
Stopped My Clock' on ITV's Funny Business with presenter Iain Coyle from 26
years ago on 6th March 1997. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
20.5.23
Ed
Fringe Magic
Mario the Maker Magician
Robot magic live from New York! Mario the Maker Magician brings a family show
full of original magic, handmade robots, and modern slapstick. Fast-paced,
interactive, and full of heart, the ever-endearing Mario leads you through a
romping explosion of contagious energy and belly laughs. For kids, adults,
families; everyone! Mario brings his show to Edinburgh for the very first time.
As seen on Sesame Street, Universal Kids, and live on tour with David Blaine.
‘The best kids' magician in the world!!' (David Blaine). 'Magic with a soupçon
of science (NY Times). 'An incredible gift' (David Copperfield).
Underbelly, George Square - Underbelly (Venue 300)
10.55am. August 5th-27th. 50 minutes. Suitability: 3+ (3 and older)
Tickets: www.tickets.edfringe.com. 20.5.23
Ed
Fringe Magic
Adults Only Magic Show
'An absolute riot!' ***** (TheatreWeekly.com). Prepare to be wowed out of your
comfy red seats in this absolute jam-packed adults only spectacular! Magic duo
Sam and Justin have toured across the world presenting their unique display of
hilariously raucous comedy, mind-bending illusions, stunningly dangerous stunts
and just a cheeky hint of nudity! Winner – Best Magic Show, Adelaide Fringe
Weeklies 2021. Come indulge in this rollicking evening of guaranteed
entertainment and join two of the best magicians in the business in a show that
will not soon be forgotten!
Assembly George Square Studios - Studio Three (Venue 17)
9.15pm. August 2nd-20th, 22nd-27th. 1 hour 10 minutes. Suitability: 18+
Tickets: www.tickets.edfringe.com. 20.5.23
Ed
Fringe Magic
Luke Osey: Immature Magic
Back from his hit show – Drunk Magic – Osey's back again! In Immature Magic,
Luke takes you on his journey from writing for the top magicians in the world,
to becoming a performing comedy magician. See why Luke Osey 'will be famous one
day' (WorldMagicReview.com) and is deemed 'top of his game' (OneAhead.com) as he
performs stupid stunts, incredible feats, and hilarious magic that will leave
you wondering, how? As well as, why? 'Luke never ceases to amaze me' (Dynamo).
PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms - Speakeasy (Venue 68)
2pm. August 2nd-13th, 15th-27th. 1 hour. Suitability: 18+
Tickets: www.tickets.edfringe.com. 20.5.23
New
From Mark Leveridge Magic. MLM write: Two fresh products have been
added to the MLM Select range this month. 1 - The Flying Card. A
spectator gets the chance to perform his own magic trick. He genuinely
selects any card and an initialled sticker is attached. The card is then
slipped into a pay envelope which has his initials added to the flap and
address side to prevent it being switched out. With a snap of his
fingers, the spectator is going to attempt to make his signed card jump
from the envelope and back into the deck’s centre. However, after a
couple of tries, nothing appears to have happened. On removing the card
from the initialled envelope it is seen to have changed to a blank card
with the words ‘your card’ written on it! So where’s the selection? A
second sealed envelope is removed from the performer’s pocket, and on
cutting it open the signed selection is found inside. No palming, no
sleight of hand, this is strong, easy to do magic incorporating a
cunning method. Go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/e-club-pro-select.
2 - Colour Key. Four double-blank cards are displayed. One is placed in
view to one side while the other three are arranged in a column on the
table. Four keys are shown, there being one each of red, blue, green and
silver. A spectator selects one of the keys (let’s say the green one)
and it is dropped on top of the blank card just placed to one side. The
other three keys are slipped into envelopes which are mixed by a
spectator before being placed down next to the blank cards in the order
they were mixed into. The performer makes a magical gesture over the
cards and on turning them over they are seen to be printed with pictures
of red, blue and silver coloured padlocks. That’s a surprise, but then
when the keys are tipped from the mixed envelopes, the correct coloured
key is seen to have been magically aligned with the same coloured
padlock! The final kicker comes when the card originally placed aside is
turned over to reveal it has a green door printed on it to match the
green key originally selected by the spectator. Both downloads, which
have been extracted from the E-Club Pro files, cost just £7.00 and are
available for a limited time only. Go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/e-club-pro-select.
20.5.23
Bill Malone: A Professional Development Course in Magic - Magic Circle Scotland. From the organisers: Magic Circle Scotland, Scotland's newest magical society launched itself as a, predominantly, teaching magical society last year. To mark its first anniversary its members have arranged a full two-day event with one of the world's foremost commercial magicians who is best known for his card, close-up, corporate events magic, and his highly energetic comedic style, Bill Malone.
Bill has worked for over 45 years in magic and has built a client base including
several Fortune 500 companies, not to mention his magic comedy club "Houdini's
Pub" and the Malone's Magic Bar in Florida. To entertain this high-end client
base, Bill has developed a system which he runs all his performances through
prior to developing shows and performing for clients. This system has worked
flawlessly to lift Bill's magic to the level he has held over the last 45 years.
For the first time ever, in Glasgow, Scotland, on 10th-11th June, Bill is going to reveal this Professional Development Course where he will teach his system and show it working in real-time situations with those attending the course. Obviously, given the nature of this course, numbers attending are extremely limited. This is not a lecture as we have come to expect at many clubs, this is a full two-day course designed from the ground up to elevate your magical performances. In short, Bill has guaranteed that if you apply his system as he teaches it, no matter whether you are a novice or a pro, your performances will improve significantly, enabling you to attract more high-end clients. You will also have a lifetime of access to Bill as a mentor. For Full details please visit www.magiccirclescotland.org/upcoming-events and don't miss out. 20.5..23
The
Chamber of Wallets. Neil Turton writes: I've created a useful
website for mentalists and magicians called Chamber of Wallets. It is
essentially an A-Z Index of not only wallets, but peek devices, coin
holders and deck holders. There are over 220 listings on the site so
far. Each has its own page, with a description, photos, forum links and
YouTube videos where discussed or reviewed. Hopefully this will help
buyers choose the right wallet.
As new wallets, peek devices, coin holders and deck holders are released
all the time the A-Z Index will be constantly updated. Upcoming features
will include: A search function. A blog. Details of product launches and
competitions. You can check out the site at:
www.chamberofwallets.com.
20.5.23
Tommy Cooper: 30 Greatest Moments. "A two-hour celebration of one of the most-loved British comedians of all time, a man recognised by his red fez alone who made a career out of his apparent lack of conjuring skills. The programme traces Tommy's career." Sunday 21st May on 5Select. See TV Magic for details. 20.5.23
Hull: Is 'England's oldest joke shop' having last laugh in tough times? "With the disappearance of big household names from our high streets in recent years, how are smaller but just as established independent businesses coping in uncertain economic times?" There's a wonderful photo of Dinsdales, in Hull's historic Hepworth Arcade, still looking as it did decades ago in this article by Kevin Shoesmith: www.bbc.co.uk/news. Thanks to Phil Smith for letting us know about this story. 20.5.23
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Click Here • That's all for this week. Your UK
magic news is always welcomed. Have a
good weekend, Duncan.
20.5.23