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Number 1224 - Saturday 9th December 2023
Celia Munoz, Bernardo Sedlacek, Winston Fuenmayo, Magical Bones, Danny Goldsmith and Adrien Quillien, all appearing at the world's largest magic convention in February 2024... The Blackpool Magic Convention!
Celia Munoz - winner of Spain's Got Talent,
Finalist on AGT and Star of 'AGT Live' at The Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The sooner you book the closer you'll be: www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com. 9.12.23 |
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Jamie Allan's Amaze ★★★★ "A revelation, and in the most unexpected ways" Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune. Jamie Allan's Amaze is currently playing The Rhapsody Theater, Chicago, until January 7th (tickets: www.rhapsodytheater.com) receiving a glowing review from Chris Jones in the Chicago Tribune. Here are some of the highlights:
“Jamie Allan could teach a master class in magic performance as emotional engagement... Allan's artistic center is really no different from that of, say, Stephen Sondheim or Tony Kushner... The result is the kind of rare magic show where you can see (as I did on Sunday night) a father and son move their chairs a little closer together as a consequence of what they were experiencing through each other... An uncommon warmth and openness amid all the deception. This is audience-centered, narrative-based magic... Now doing deeper work, anticipating the needs of his audience as very few in his profession can do, and exploring how a magic show can cover up the losses present in all of our lives. But he still has all of the old polish and technique (his explosive finale is just fabulous)... A luminous way to spend an evening with someone you love and a show that goes far beyond just another magician in one of Chicago's growing inventory of magic rooms... 'Amaze' will amaze you, I feel sure, albeit not entirely in the way you might expect."
The full online version is here [subscription] www.chicagotribune.com. See Jamie promoting the show live on CBS News: "'Jumpstart with Jackie: Amaze' magic show at Rhapsody Theater in Rogers Park" Click Here. 9.12.23 |
Young & Strange are another British export enjoying international success. Between December 2023 to April 2024 they can be seen in their own show 'Delusionists' as well starring in 'Champions of Magic' across the USA and Canada. See www.youngandstrange.co.uk for venues and dates. "Young & Strange triumph" The Times. 9.12.23 |
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message from Wayne Dobson. For the past 15 years the organisers of
the don’t-miss Blackpool Convention, my good friends Russ Stevens,
Russell Brown and Guy Barrett, have been kind enough to involve me in
their jamboree every year, presenting my one-hour ‘Wayne Dobson &
Friends’ show on the Saturday lunchtime with Michael J. Fitch and Mike
Sullivan supporting me in the background. It seems to have become
something of a Blackpool staple, and it’s been wonderful that we pack
the room out every year. It’s a big part of the year for me, and I’ve
always loved playing Blackpool – it’s a very special convention, the
best in this world for me, one overflowing with so many fond memories
over the last 50 years. |
New Year Specials at The Magic Circle, 2nd, 3rd, 4th January, London. Explore our magnificent building, be enchanted by our close-up magicians, enjoying a drink in the famous Magic Circle clubroom and then warm yourself up in true winter cheer with our magnificent magic variety show featuring world class performers in our gorgeous magical theatre! Starring BGT 2023 Finalist Lewis Fuller. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable new year celebration of magic, held at The Magic Circle's secret Euston headquarters. www.themagiccircle.co.uk. 9.12.23 |
The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week, Jerry Andrus on John Fisher's The Best of Magic from 18th October 1989. See The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video Archive Click Here. 9.12.23 |
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Mark Lewis 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: "Mark Lewis - A Master of Svengali, Tarot and Hypnotism" YouTube. 9.12.23 |
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Conjuring
at the Court - Wednesday 27th December, London.
Another fabulous line-up of top professional magicians! We're thrilled
to welcome back - after 10 years - the spectacular classic magic of Roy
Davenport, a great performer from a well-known magic family. Ian Keable
will entrance you with powerful magic and mind-reading, served up with a
dry, pointed wit that can reduce the audience to hysterics. James
Fortune puts the fun into magic with his genial comedy style and plenty
of enjoyable humour with the audience. And Richard Pinner is one of the
top magicians in the country, inventive, a professional to his
fingertips, engaging and utterly mystifying! Your host is the frequently
baffling Russell Levinson. |
Children's Magic Show -
Wednesday 27th December, London.
For our Christmas children's magic show we've been lucky enough to find
one of the top children's magicians in the country! Skittleman is a
funny, lively and likeable children's entertainer. Original, funny,
fast-moving entertainment, with magic, puppetry, energy and colour.
He'll make the children, toddlers and even the adults laugh. So come
along with your children and watch them smile - and have a laugh
yourself! |
Peter
Clifford's More Magical Merriment 2023! Alma Tavern & Theatre, Bristol.
Peter Clifford returns to the Alma Theatre in December to help us
welcome in the yuletide season with a brand new Christmas magic show for
all the family. His "unique and brilliant blend of bamboozlement and
banter" has been a festive favourite for years gone by, and we couldn’t
pass up the chance of hosting another wonderful show full of madcap
mirth and magical merriment. We promise that you’ll leave feeling
"uplifted, with jaws dropped and a beaming smile of joy", and full to
the brim of seasonal joy! But don’t just take our word on it: "Peter
Clifford is one of my favourite magicians and one of the loveliest
people I know." Derren Brown. "Peter Clifford’s love of the art
resonates throughout the field of magic bringing life and hope to us
all" David Blaine |
The Magic Hour - London's most exclusive magic show. We present premium magic shows in the heart of London inspired by the Victorian masters of deception and the Golden Age of Magic. Take a journey back in time to discover a unique and memorable experience in a luxurious setting. The Magic Hour is London's longest running 'parlour' magic show; a theatre style show in a private drawing room for a small audience. Our capacity is 60, so everyone is close enough to see the magician's every move. The Magic Hour, Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Piccadilly W1J 7BX. 9th, 10th (sold out) 15th and 17th December. See www.magichourshow.com. 9.12.23 |
Last Chance To Join. This is the final call for those wishing to attend Mark Leveridge's one-off Zoom event on Tuesday 12th December. Called The Best of 2022/2023, this presentation will feature a selection of the magic, advice and moves that have been added to the E-Club Pro web pages over the last two years. Mark will perform and explain close up effects suitable for strolling as well as close up shows, will provide advice regarding the use of onstage spectators and online marketing, plus will go through some excellent coin and card moves to add finesse to your own performances. The evening will start at 7.30pm (GMT) and you can book your 'front row' seat now for just £10.00 by going to www.markleveridge.co.uk. 9.12.23 |
Steve Hewlett & Friends, Saturday 6th April 2024. Top TV Comedy Ventriloquist Steve Hewlett and Friends: Fiesta - The Gloria Estefan Tribute, The Fiesta Dancers, and Richard Griffin - Multi-award winning magician. Saturday 6th April 2024 at Pavilion Theatre, Pier Gardens, Gorleston, Norfolk NR31 6PP www.gorlestonpavilion.co.uk. 9.12.23 |
Unbelievable - Must end January 7th. Following the extraordinary success of Derren’s recent production of Showman, Unbelievable is a magic show like no other. Fusing the best of theatre with jaw dropping illusions never before seen in the West End, Unbelievable features a New York Subway band and a company of multi-talented performers who will bring to life, live on stage, an evening of bewildering trickery, from the imagination of Derren Brown. Unbelievable was created, written and directed by UK stage and screen phenomenon Derren Brown, and long-time collaborators Andy Nyman and Andrew O’Connor. www.unbelievablelive.com. 9.12.23 |
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High Jinx Christmas Show - Blackpool Tower Circus. Experience the magic of the holidays with the High Jinx Christmas Show at the famous Blackpool Tower Circus! Join Michael Jordan and the incredibly talented cast of High Jinx for a family-friendly Christmas extravaganza. Prepare to be amazed by mind-blowing magic, awe-inspiring circus acts, and delightful festive surprises sprinkled throughout the show. This is the perfect way to create lasting memories and celebrate the joy of the season together! 2nd December 2023 - 1st January 2024 at The Blackpool Tower Circus, Blackpool Promenade FY1 4BJ www.theblackpooltower.com. 9.12.23 |
Magic Live! Las Vegas, 2024. Registration is now open. The producers of Magic Live! work year round to find new ways to surprise you, to offer something unexpected, to create an environment for you to share with new friends and old — and to send everyone home inspired. Find out more and how to register at www.magicconvention.com/about. 9.12.23 |
Dynamo Beyond Belief - shows 1 to 3 are being repeated on Sky following on from the all-new 'Dynamo is Dead' which goes out on the 16th. See TV Magic for details. "Magician Dynamo cuts a casual figure as he makes a rare appearance with glamorous wife Kelly Frayne at Adidas Originals party" www.dailymail.co.uk. 9.12.23 |
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"Roy Keane's brilliant reaction to Dynamo's stunning magic!" YouTube • "Being a Woman in Magic May be the Hardest Trick of All" [subscription] Click Here • "Magical exhibit opens at the Chinese-Canadian Museum in Victoria" Click Here • "From Vegas to Victoria: Illusionist Vitaly is living the dream" Click Here • "One Hobbyist Magician’s Disillusionment With The Magic Castle" Click Here • "This magician fails on stage, but recovers in the most amazing way!" Click Here • Thanks for your news as always, see you next week, Duncan. 9.12.23 |