Number 363 - 9th June 2007
Britain's
Got Talent (or not as the case may be) launches at 9.25pm, tonight, on
ITV1. Ant and Dec front the show in which dancers, jugglers, magicians,
comedians and others bare all in front of judges Simon Cowell, Piers
Morgan and Amanda Holden for their chance to be booked for this year's
Royal Variety Performance and to win £100,000 in cash. Thousands of
hopefuls auditioned for the show which will run every night for the next
nine evenings on ITV1. Following the main show Stephen Mulhern takes
viewers behind the scenes on ITV2. A number of magicians auditioned for
the show, some finding it very tough we heard. The live final takes place
on Sunday 17th. Good luck to all.
9.6.07
Peer
6: Mind Reading, Can You Hide? Kennedy presents a mind-reading
spectacular at the
Castle Keep, Newcastle on three consecutive nights from Thursday 19th
July to Saturday 21st July. Kennedy has organised the event to showcase
his talents to the North East after a number of years of success in the
corporate entertainment market, were his extraordinary and unforgettable
performances have wowed audiences both nationally and internationally.
"It's really exciting to be able to put on this show for the North East
public, I invite people from all ages and backgrounds to come and watch.
As I am a local lad, I feel immensely proud to be putting on such an
extraordinary show in the heart of Newcastle, at such a prestigious
venue." Said Kennedy. Tickets are available via Kennedy’s website:
www.mindofkennedy.com.
9.6.07
The
Beauty of Magic: Hans Klok & Pamela Anderson in Vegas. "'My name is
Hans Klok. That's a Dutch name. It means…'clock.' And that,
unfortunately, is the level of wit you get in 'Hans Klok: The Beauty of
Magic.' If the show had more diverse content the level of wit wouldn't
matter. But, since it doesn't, an audience member tends to judge every
element of the evening separately..." To read the full review from
BroadwayWorld.com
Click Here.
9.6.07
Magicians
Wanted! Objective Productions, the independent production company
which makes Derren Brown's television shows, The Real Hustle and Peep Show
are looking for young magicians between the ages of 16 and 24 to take part
in a new TV show. Your details, preferably including clips of you
performing, should be sent to Stefan Young (Producer) to:
magictalent@objectiveproductions.com.
9.6.07
New
look Unearthly Magic. Unearthly Magic have just launched a new version
of their website. Included in the update are some additions to their range
and a new magicians only section entitled 'The Monthly Move'. This new
feature will cover a variety of magical topics, including techniques and
tricks. You can visit the new site at
www.unearthlymagic.com.
9.6.07
Linking
Finger Rings. "When Al Koran first performed this little miracle on
television, it caused a sensation. The effect on the audience is pure
magic. Three men's finger rings are borrowed and in the fairest manner
possible - linked together to form a chain. The rings are then unlinked
and returned to their respective owners; the Linking Finger Rings is a
genuine reputation-maker." This really is very strong magic and is ideal
for intimate cabaret/after dinner work. Once again TrickShop.com have
produced a superb eManuscript (I've just finished reading a copy) in PDF
and also offer the ring as a separate item if needed. A classic piece of
magic that in its latest incarnation is as fresh today as it was the day it was invented. Visit
www.trickshop.com for more details.
9.6.07
This
year's Pentacle Club Lecture takes place on Tuesday 3rd July. Anthony
Owen, magic inventor, performer, editor, writer, television consultant and
producer will present a two-part talk: "Some Tricks" - which will be just
that, and "Secrets of TV Magic." Should be an excellent evening. Visiting
magicians are welcome (there is a charge of £5 for non-members).
Website. Contact
alanmaskell@themagiccircle.co.uk for details.
www.anthonyowen.co.uk.
9.6.07
Magic
Sam "The People's Magician" competes on BBC2's Let Me Entertain You
this Tuesday at 6.30pm. Will the studio audience fall under his spell or
will they buzz him off? Brian Conley presents five acts to the studio
audience. Only one will win a place in Friday's final, also at 6.30pm on
BBC2.
www.myspace.com/thepeoplesmagician.
9.6.07
Mark
Leveridge Magic is pleased to announce that along with over 30 online
video demonstrations of products from across their range, a new DVD
Trailer section has also just been added to the website. Customers can
watch extracts from the Mark Leveridge range of DVDs to evaluate them
before buying. Also members of the Mark Leveridge Magic free-to-join
E-Club now not only receive their update newsletter by email on the 1st of
each month, but as from June this contains a link to an online video
newsletter where E-Club members can view the various items from the
newsletter being displayed and on occasion demonstrated. For full details
of all these new services visit
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
9.6.07
Manchester
Circle of Magicians are holding a Jumbo Magic Auction this Monday 18th
June, at Salford Masonic Hall, 41 The Crescent, Salford, Manchester.
Viewing is from 6pm and the Auction commences at 6.30pm. There is a door
charge of £3.00 for non-members. Star Auctioneers Mike Shepherd and Derek
Lever will host the event. Hundreds of items have been entered into the
Auction and it is sure to be another long night.
www.taurusmagic.net/manchester.html.
9.6.07
Practical
Magic present a Dealer Dem at The Chester Guild of Magicians on Monday
June 11th at The Home Guard Club, Canal Street, Chester at 8pm. Visitors
welcome (£5.00 door charge). For further information contact the
Secretary, Steve Cooil, telephone 01244 881462. Photo: Trevor Lewis -
Uncut: The Complete Party Pieces. 270 pages with numerous
illustrations. "A remarkable collection of Trevor Lewis' professional
children's magic and comedy, Trevor Lewis - Uncut: The Complete Party
Pieces, contains an incredible eighty-five routines. This material is
perfect for schools, libraries and parties. Each routine is carefully
worked out for the most effective presentation. You will learn how to
create laughs at the right places, include educational points at strategic
moments, and bring each effect to the most amazing and satisfying
conclusion. In short, this is magic which delights, educates, and amazes
children." Find out more, visit
www.practical-magic.com.
9.6.07
Congratulations
to Michael Jordan winner of the Huddersfield Circle of Magicians Bill
Eaton Close-up Competition title for a third year running! Michael
featured his guitar playing mentalism routine in an act that combines
magic with other arts.
9.6.07
"Magic club set up for wannabe Harry Potters. Harry Potter wannabes are spelling out their magic at a new club. The North Western Society of Magicians, founded in 1915, has opened a new junior section, which meets at Barrow’s Lisdoonie Hotel, in Abbey Road, on Wednesdays. The club is headed by Phil Robinson, aka the Cooking French Magician, who has received praise after performing in front of ex-Formula 1 world champion Damon Hill." To read the full story in the North-West Evening mail Click Here. 9.6.07
Pre-order
Magicians on DVD (release date September 10th) from
Amazon.co.uk with 25% off -
Click Here • The 11th Top Secret Magic Day is reviewed by Alan Maskell
this week, Click Here •
"Fans cheer on magician in Times Square"
Click Here • "Spelling out how to be good citizens"
Click Here • "Derren Brown is very clever, but so what?"
Click
Here • "Channel 4's legacy of controversy"
Click Here • "Star's bid to conquer fear"
Click Here • "Criss and Cam 'just friends'"
Click Here • "Criss Angel: challenges covering magicians"
Click Here • "It's a kind of magic at Hippodrome"
Click Here • "Interview With The Mindfreak Criss Angel"
Click Here • "Angel steals Blaine's thunder"
Click Here • Next week we'll bring you the first review of the new Mel
Mellers DVD set from
www.rsvpmagic.com • That's it for this week, see you next week, Duncan. 9.6.07