Number 419 - 5th July 2008

 

Norm Nielsen has just been added to an already amazing line-up of artistes appearing at this year's 72nd IBM British Ring Convention in Eastbourne in September. To read Bob Hayden's latest convention update Click Here. And for more information and to book visit www.britishring.org.uk. 5.7.08

 

Before Your Very Ears! Grant Gordon explores the rich history of magic on radio. Archive features include Sid and Lesley Piddington and their mind-reading act, the great Sidani confounding Kenneth Horne, Uri Geller bending keys, John Wade sawing Barry Wordsworth in half, David Berglas's magical carpentry and Jack Delvin escaping from a lift in Bush House. Contributors include magicians Darryl Rose, Paul Zenon, Ali Bongo and Derren Brown. Darryl Rose (photo) performs a new radio trick for listeners involving the R4 website, Click Here for details. 11.30am on Tuesday 15th July (30 minutes) on BBC Radio Four. www.bbc.co.uk/radio4. 5.7.08

 

Tricky Business. "Trailblazing magician and illusions consultant for Don Giovanni Paul Kieve talks to us about making magic, wowing the West End and being known as the real-life Dumbledore…" Click Here. "Following the success of The Magic Flute and The Marriage of Figaro, director Chris Monks completes a trilogy of Mozart adaptations with a brilliant new interpretation of his darkest and wittiest work..." Click Here. "Don Giovanni, New Vic, Newcastle-under-Lyme" Click Here. 5.7.08

 

Etienne Pradier is presenting an evening of "close-up magic and food" at the Zetter bar in Clerkenwell on July 10th starting at 7.30pm (call 020 7324 4444 to book or visit www.thezetter.com). Etienne has just returned from a trip to Spain where he performed for chess champion Garry Kasparov. www.frenchmagician.co.uk. 5.7.08

 

Stick a Pip - Adhesive Card Pip System! The Stick a Pip adhesive card pip system is now available from The Card Collection. If you've ever wanted to make up your own gimmicked cards now you can... no matter what! These pips are made from a super-thin removable durable PVC film which is water resistant and has a matte finish and are a perfect match for Bicycle 808 cards. Visit www.cards4magic.co.uk (see 'New Lines') and then peel and stick! 5.7.08

 

New, from Wayne Dobson: "Ping & Pong is an extremely entertaining and commercial routine for the ‘Chinese Sticks’ which has been featured on TV and in theatres many times. If you are looking for a funny, tried and tested stand up routine - this is it!" Includes bonus routines: White Lies, A winning routine for the ‘Mental Photography’ deck, and An Englishman in New York, (Sam the Bellhop on steroids!). Ping & Pong is a twelve page booklet featuring the complete script and routine. Visit www.waynedobson.co.uk for details and to order. 5.7.08

 

Riviera Circle of Magicians Magic Competition. Professional and amateur magicians competed separately in last week's card and mentalism competitions. The winner of the amateur card competition was one of the club's oldest members, Graham Vandstone. The winner of the club's amateur mentalism award was club secretary Nigel Hocking. The winner of the professional card competition was Christopher Williams (photo) and the winner of the professional mentalism title was club President Trev Stone. The next meeting is on July 30th at Wilsons Hotel, Babbacombe, when John Carey lectures. Email chris@magicman13.co.uk for more information. 5.7.08

 

Crystal Method... from Magiccave, Covent Garden. Crystal Method is a new concept in card magic that has literally hundreds of different potential applications. With ideas from Lee Hathaway, Neil Henry, Steve Dela, James Brown, Daniel Young and Angelo Carbone. (This is set to become a big hit on the magic scene this Summer). Visit www.crystalmethod.co.uk to watch a video. 5.7.08

 

Magic at the Jumeriah - After being spotted performing at this year's Rugby Six Nations by the owners of the Jumeirah Hotel and Resorts chain, Mark Williams and Robert Fox were quickly signed up for a number of dates performing at their venues. Last week saw the pair entertain a whole host of hotel owners from around the world at the 2008 Jumeirah Gala Awards Dinner. With hotels in Dubai, London and New York, Mark and Robert are looking forward to what the future holds. 5.7.08

 

BJay's Magic Club - Isle of Wight. "BJay's Magic Club was formed on the 19th May 2007; we meet at the Community Hall in Whippingham on the Isle of Wight. We try to provide a varied course in Magic for 7 years to 15 years olds. I have formed this club for the children of the Isle of Wight who are keen to learn magic. We learn allsorts of magic. BJ's Magic Club was founded by myself, Bryn Parkman, a magician who has had many years of experience performing magic. We meet every other Saturday at 5.15pm (until 6.45pm). Entrance is £2.00. First time entrance is free." To visit the website, Click Here. 5.7.08

 

Don't make me cross... To coincide with the current screening of The Incredible Hulk, Marvel / Qdos Entertainment have produced a brand new touring stage show and The Twins acted as creative consultants on the production. The show features some bespoke illusions designed and built by The Twins for Marvel characters, including Dr Bruce Banner and of course the giant, rampaging Hulk! Gary, of The Twins said, "This production has been very challenging but our hard work has paid off; the illusions are stunning!" Right now the production can be seen until September in Butlins and Warners centres across the UK and then in theatres from September to December (dates not yet released). www.thetwins.co.uk. 5.7.08

 

Magician Paul Craven found himself playing in a charity cricket match alongside Eric Clapton and Bill Wyman last week... "Magic In The Air - An account of the Eric Clapton XI v Bunbury CC match" Click Here. 5.7.08

 

The Northern Magic Circle is having a recruitment drive. Members will receive a bi-monthly magazine, a reduced subscription and a free gift if they attend the annual convention; the next of which takes place in Southport on 4th and 5th April 2009. Membership also includes a 10% discount from several magic dealers. "We have pulled out all the stops for the next convention and will be listing some of the big international and European names we've lined up next week here on MagicWeek." For more information and membership details visit www.northernmagic.co.uk. 5.7.08

 

Ravi Mayar and Samsung in Rome. It's been almost a year since Ravi performed in three Samsung mobile phone internet commercials (see Events > News on  www.ravimayar.com). Ravi was flown out to Rome by Samsung to perform at the company's international convention and included some of the magic that he did on the commercials, together with a pickpocketing routine involving the CEO! "It was a great sequel to being the face of Samsung prior - I had a great time." said Ravi. 5.7.08

 

David Forrest presents a new lecture at the AWS in Southampton on Tuesday July 15th. Visiting magicians welcome, £5.00 door charge. For more info visit www.awsmagic.co.uk. 5.7.08

 

Many congratulations to Mel and Nicky Harvey on their wedding in Worcester last Saturday. Mel and Nicky met on one of Mel's cruise jobs aboard the Silver Cloud. The couple headed off on the Orient Express to Paris and Venice, and then onto the coast of Tuscany, for the honeymoon. 5.7.08

 

New York's John Born will be lecturing in the UK in September and October. Kerry Scorah Entertainments are handling his schedule and dates are going quickly. John’s lecture will cover "Any Card at Any Number", coin work including his Balance Palm and other techniques ranging from the easy-to-learn to advanced, a section on how preparation will reap rewards in effect, how to take advantage of gaffs, work on “Chink-A-Chink” and “Translocation” and also several other mental type miracles. "I saw John perform his version of Any Card at Any Number at 4F’s a few years ago and he fooled many of the best close-up magicians in the world. His book on the subject (Meant To Be) is awesome. He has a refreshing style and his magic is extremely strong. If you are serious about your magic then you should seriously attend this lecture - Oh and he is a really nice guy too!" Nick Einhorn. If you'd like John to lecture for your society or if you would like any further information contact Kerry on 07876 332933 or 01604 620186 or email kerry@kerryscorah.co.uk. www.johnborn.com. 5.7.08

 

Luna and Dirk Losander's new-born baby daughter needed heart surgery, and their insurance wouldn't cover it. A number of magicians forwarded this website link to us, so that magic friends can help: www.helpione.com. 5.7.08

 

Merlin's of Wakefield's latest 16 page June/August Preview catalogue is now available - and it's free! Just email them your postal address, and they'll send you one. You can also now get it as a PDF, so if you'd prefer that, just ask. Email merlins@btconnect.com. www.merlinswakefield.co.uk. 5.7.08

 

Tony Jackson is running a "Tabletop Magician Training" course in Peterborough on August 16th and 17th. It is designed for anyone who wants to become a close-up magician. Visit: www.magiciantraining.co.uk for details. 5.7.08

 

Eddie Burke is now back home slowly recuperating following his operation, which went "according to plan" and is in fairly good spirits - Mr E Enterprises is up and running again. Visit www.mreenterprises.co.uk to see what's new! 5.7.08

 

"Pandora: Derren backs down in battle of the mind games" Click Here • Order Derren Brown Tricks of the Mind from Amazon.co.uk Click Here • "Magician has gong up sleeve!" Click Here • "Magician's wish fulfilled" Click Here • The Pendragons on America's Got Talent (YouTube), Click Here • Your UK magic news is always welcome - please remember the Friday 12 noon deadline if you'd like it to appear on Saturday though. See you next week, Duncan. 5.7.08

 

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