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David Budd MIMC
Remembered by John Davenport
March 2020
I’m
sad to report that David Budd MIMC of Leamington Spa died on Saturday 21 March.
He was 90, had not been well for some time and died peacefully in a hospice.
David’s name may not be well known to younger magicians but he was active on the
cabaret circuit, particularly in the Midlands and London areas. David, with his
wife Rita, had an act called Magic in Lavender. He often performed at The Magic
Circle events and was great friends with John Salisse, who was for many years
secretary of The Magic Circle.
David had a printing business which was often used by people in the worlds of
magic and variety. Goodliffe, who was another good friend, was one such
customer. David maintained his passion for magic and variety theatre in general
and was well known at magic history events in the UK, continental Europe and the
USA. He was particularly interested in exploring the history of his mentor
Milton Woodward and was working on a book at the time of his death. David was
terrific company and will be sorely missed by his family and friends.
John Davenport, March 2020