Number 92 - 30th March 2002
Tom
Owen, joint Blackpool convention organiser for many years, (seen here on the
right with Malta's Vanni Pule`) has given a record number of annual lectures to
members of I.B.M Ring 202 in Valletta, Malta. This year, after a lunch in his
honour, Vanni Pule`, President and Territorial Vice President of the Ring,
presented Tom with this Cups and Balls painting in acrylics and aluminium and
copper foil - the Cups and Balls being Tom's favourite trick. Magician Vanni Pule` is also an
artist with most of his paintings having magic themes. He also collects original
works of Art by other artists that have a magical content. Tom's lecture was
full of practical advice aimed mostly at the close-up and corporate magician,
all presented in a most entertaining way. Every year new members of Ring 202
appreciate his freshness and ability, always discovering something new. This
year Tom celebrates his 51st year in Magic.
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The
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and ideal for anyone planning a holiday to Vegas this summer this 300 page guide
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In
1980 David Copperfield appeared in Terror Train (18) performing
card productions and a levitation: "A New Year's Eve fancy dress fraternity party on a train is
disturbed by a gatecrasher with murder on his mind. Formerly a fraternity
member, the killer was left scarred by a prank and wreaks murderous
revenge as the party gathers steam - donning the costume of each
successive victim. Starring: Ben Johnson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Hart Bochner
and David
Copperfield." Terror Train at 12 midnight on Friday 12th April on Carlton Cinema
Analogue. See TV Magic
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14
year old magician Steve Dela won the Geoff Ray Stage Cup at the
Shropshire Magical Society's annual stage competition last month. He also won
the best newcomer award, although he is no newcomer to the world of magic,
performing his first trick when he was just 4 years old! Steve performed the
Linking Rings and Knife through Mirror, and then some dove productions substituting
bananas for real doves! Plus some card manipulations and an appearing Raccoon
for good measure. I'm sure we'll be seeing more from Steve in the future (let's
hope Steve never drops any "doves").
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Here's a great source
for silks, from a 9" square to a 90' streamer visit:
www.pennywisemagic.co.uk run by
Tony Russell AIMC.
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Shoppers
on a charity train journey to Glasgow will be entertained by magician David
Lancaster next month. Every year the NSPCC organise a trip to Glasgow
with Virgin trains. This year the lucky shoppers are to be entertained by
David's magic all the way to Glasgow - between meals prepared by a celebrity chef.
The trip is due to take place on 1st May with a radio broadcast promoting the
event and featuring David
on Radio Lancashire at 11am on April 2nd.
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Stage
Hypnotist Dave Rawson will be in Ibiza from May 1st to October 31st and once
again is planning to teach hypnotism to up to five people during the six month
period. For further details contact daverawson88@hotmail.com 30.3.02
David
Blaine's appearance in South Park can now be seen by everyone - it
will be on Channel 4 on Thursday 4th April. See TV
Magic
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The North West Magical Close-up Championships a new magic competition, is being launched by The Manchester Circle Of Magicians on Monday 15th April, 2002 at the Salford Masonic Hall, 41 The Crescent, Salford, Manchester at 8.00pm. Entry to the competition is open to all good, experienced close-up magicians. The winner will be allowed to use the copyrighted title of North West Magical Close-Up Champion, will gain automatic entry into the British Magical Close-up Championships in Blackpool in February, and receive a superb trophy which they retain for life. Trophies will also be presented for second and third place and the most entertaining trick. The number of entrants will be limited to eight, each presenting a 12 minute spot. Prospective entrants should contact the Secretary of The Manchester Circle of Magicians, Derek Lever, 32 Pilling Lane, Preesall, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancs., FY6 OEU Phone/Fax: 01253 810113 or email deriko@skynow.net The Manchester Circle of Magicians now has 175 members and last week they enjoyed a huge Auction of magical equipment, illusions and books lasting until 1.30am and turning over £4,000. Membership to this new and very successful club costs just £10.00 per year, and is open to all those seriously interested in magic. The next Jumbo Auction is on Tuesday 20th August, 2002. 30.3.02
The Travis Perkins Assembly will be holding their 10th Ferrybridge Day Of Magic on Sunday 7th July at the Community Centre, Ferrybridge, West Yorkshire (2 minutes off the A1). Dealers, mini-lecturers and small show all for £2.00. Refreshments will be available all day. Doors open at 10.00am. Further details from Michael Shepherd on 01904 709500 or email michael@castle.evesham.net 30.3.02
The York Society of Magicians are holding their annual auction of magical props and books on Wednesday 8th May at the Ainsty Hotel, Boroughbridge Road, York. Doors open at 6.30pm and the auction starts at 7.00pm admission £1.50. If you require a lot number or further details contact auctioneer Michael Shepherd on 01904 709500 or email michaelofcastle@aol.com 30.3.02
Sav
(photo) was on The Big Breakfast for the Oscars on Monday and Tuesday
last week • Martin Breese has a new look to website
www.abracadabra.co.uk
• Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee appear on Boot Sale Challenge on Monday
8th April and Paul finds one of his own videos up for sale amongst the rubbish!
• Keep an eye out for The Good Old Days which is currently being
repeated on satellite channel '26 G plus' on Sundays at 6pm and often features
magicians • Have a good Easter
weekend - see you next week, Duncan. 30.3.02