Number 729 - 14th June 2014
British
Ring Convention, Bournemouth - updates... The British Ring Convention
(24th – 28th September) in Bournemouth is getting closer with Lectures,
Stage and Close up Competitions, Dealers Showcase, Workshops, Sooty
Show, Trip to Beaulieu, History of Mystery, Gala of Youth, Stars of the
Future, Gala Dinner, International Close Up, Stars Magic and Variety
Show including Daniel Dean and Company (photo). In fact everything you
could reasonably expect from a convention will be there on the Jurassic
coast in a few weeks’ time. If you have not already done so, now is the
time to register as there are only two weeks left to take advantage of
the current rate for members of £130. From 1st July it increases to £145
(in all cases the Dinner, Sooty Show, and trip to Beaulieu carry nominal
additional charges). Full details are on
www.magicconvention.co.uk where you can register and also find some
hotel details. It is a long time since the society held their convention
in Bournemouth so this will make a welcome return to a resort well known
for its character and charm. If you require any flyers to circulate to
your local society members please contact me on 0161 969 8222 or email
pro@britishring.org.uk.
Geoffrey Newton PRO & Advertising Manager.
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Many
congratulations to Darcy Oake on his success in last Saturday's
Britain's Got Talent Final. Darcy is, in fact, the first magician in
BGT's 8 year history to make it through to the final. Russ Stevens was
the illusion consultant on both of Darcy's illusions and on James
More's winning appearances the previous year, so congratulations to
Russ too!
"Darcy Oake shocks audience by nearly dying during live final of Britain’s Got Talent" Click Here.
"Canadian magician Darcy Oake wows with death-defying final trick, but loses out on Britain’s Got Talent glory" Click Here.
"Canadian magician survives 'Jaws of Death' but doesn't win 'Britain's Got Talent'" Click Here.
"No victory, but accolades aplenty" Click Here.
"Opinion: Death-defying Darcy left me feeling undone in BGT final" Click Here. 14.6.14
Introducing
Magic SMS 2... Mind Reading via Text Message, from the brilliant mind of
Angelo Carbone: Imagine a magic app that does not look like you are
running an app... Imagine a magic app that creates powerful mind reading
magic... Imagine no more. Introducing Magic SMS 2... Mind Reading via
Text Message. The Effect: You tell your friend that you know someone who
is psychic and that you want to put him to the test. You ask your friend
to freely think of any colour and any playing card. Nothing is spoken or
written down. You send a text message to your psychic asking him to
guess what your friend is thinking of. You then turn off your phone and
put it aside. From this point on you never touch the phone again. You
both patiently wait for the text message to arrive. Moments later, an
SMS does arrive. The preview message in the Lock Screen shows that it is
indeed from the psychic. Now that the message has arrived you ask your
friend to confirm what they had thought of. You ask your friend to pick
up the phone (as you don’t want to touch it) and to read the full reply.
They will be utterly amazed to see that the psychic has correctly
guessed both the freely thought of colour and playing card. Wow!
"The best magic trick app that I've seen; beautifully thought through." Derren Brown. "This is such a strong and effective use of magic on the iPhone. Finally!" David Blaine. "Magic SMS is the coolest effect I've seen in years! Trust me you'll be texting everyone about this. Amazing!" Dynamo.
App store: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/magic-sms-2/id857845564?ls=1&mt=8
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/734692059898824. 14.6.14
Bruno
Copin's UK Lecture Tour ends this week: "Bruno is an amazing creator
of magic, famous for his invisible thread work and could be described as a magical puppeteer. His work with
threads is both original and unusual. His routines feature
truly magical moments that will have you shaking your head in wonder..."
See What's On for
remaining dates.
The
Leamington Day of Magic takes place this Tuesday and Wednesday 17th
and 18th June at the Cubbington Sports and Social Club, Windmill Hill,
Cubbington, Leamington Spa CV32 7LN (Map).
The main lecturers are Peter Eggink, Tom Crosbie, Noel Qualter and Jimmy
Carlo (photo). If children's magic is not for you when Jimmy’s lecture
is on there will be lecture from Alain The Story Teller for those who
like magic from the darker side! Tickets are priced at £25 which
includes breakfast for early arrivals, lunch and weather permitting an
evening BBQ. In the evening we have the Midlands Champion of Champions
Close-up Competition. Full details can be found on the club's website:
Click
Here. Mark Traversoni.
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New
And Improv'd - Comedy Improvisation Course For Magicians, July 20th,
London. "Following the success of his book on Improv and Magic,
award-winning comedy mind reader Peter Antoniou is offering an intensive
workshop in which he will reveal the cogs that make his comedy mind
turn. Whether you want to create unique material, learn how to improvise
more effectively on stage, deal with the unexpected or just add humour
to your show Peter will draw back the curtain on his improvised comedy
world, and guides you hand in hand (not in a creepy way) round the
techniques he has used and taught many others. This is a fully
interactive day workshop in which attendees will be involved from the
start in exercises specifically designed to create a lasting improvement
in your performances." For more info and to book
Click Here.
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Introducing
Ginicam. Jay Fortune writes: I’m delighted to announce the launch of
a new technology platform Ginicam ‘The Home of Online Social Earning’.
We’ve been working on this project for over 5 years and launch this
Tuesday 17th June at The O2. Our line-up of speakers include Joseph Pine
and other event and technology industry leaders. I’m also thrilled that
Marvin’s Magic School will be the first service to be delivered on this
new network. This short video explains how Ginicam can monetise any
skill or service:
youtu.be/k0B4rnbh3Jc I’m now looking for top magicians and
speakers to contact me with the aim to bring you onto the platform to
deliver. Monetising your social media has always been tricky and Ginicam
is an exciting and practical way to achieve this. We launch with 100
celebrity led online events over the next month. Please email
mail@jfortune.co.uk with your
interest and online presence details so the team can best advise on how
to maximise your income through Ginicam. Presently speakers can only be
brought onto the platform by invitation only.
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Jake
Banfield's Magic Day Out: London. "We took a cameraman, a sound guy
and hit the streets of London to do some magic. The magic wasn’t staged,
the people we met were real and these are their amazing reactions! No
stooges, no camera tricks. Just magic." Watch Jake Banfield's Magic Day
Out: London on
YouTube. Also see
www.jakebanfield.com.
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News
from Merlins of Wakefield: Our June/July Preview catalogue is out
now - if you would like one it's free! Just send us your home address
for a printed copy to
merlins@btconnect.com or you can
Click Here to download a PDF copy. Our ‘Flaming’ June sale is on
till the 30th June with some great reductions on lots of items –
Click Here to see them – be quick, once gone there will be no more
at these prices. The much awaited
Bravura DVD set by Paul Daniels has finally arrived. Containing 4
DVDs and over 10 hours of material, for the first time ever he explains
many of his routines including the Chop Cup, Walnut and Electric Chairs,
as well as tips on set up and performing and he recalls some amazing
anecdotes from a remarkable career.
www.merlinswakefield.com.
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Last
chance to register for The Business Magician Seminar: "Saturday 21st June
2014 at the Hilton Newbury Centre Hotel, starting at 2pm and finishing
at around 6pm, is where you need to be if you want to learn how to use
your close-up skills in a more commercially varied way. There are plenty
of potential show opportunities in your local area for you to work with
businesses and companies, and in this special Seminar experienced
professional Mark Leveridge will provide details of what those
opportunities are, how to get to the right people to unlock this type of
work, and then plenty of examples of appropriate magic for you to adapt
and deploy. It's a fascinating look into a world that any competent
close up magician can utilise, and attendees will leave informed,
enthused and ready to use the information to their benefit. This is a
one-off event not to be missed. For more info and to register (advance
registration required, no entry on the door), go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/busmagsem.php."
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The
Card Collection Start of Summer Sale is now on! "Running until 12pm
on Monday 16th June. Don't miss out on the great savings of up to 20%,
visit us at
www.cards4magic.co.uk or call 01233 647878 for all your magical
needs.
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American
Magician Peter Samelson starts his UK lecture tour on Monday. Peter is a Magic
Performer, Author, Lecturer and Producer of New York’s ‘Monday Night
Magic’. His lecture uses multi-media to help explore and explain his
approach to creating Theatrical Magic, based on his book
Theatrical Close Up - see
What's On for details
and dates.
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C.L.U.E.D.O.
"Magic & misdirection in a stunning display of mentalism! Venue: Worksop
Masonic Hall, 33 Potter Street, Worksop S80 2AE (Map)
Friday July 25th at 7.30pm. Tickets are just £10 each and include a free
buffet during the interval. Tickets can be book via
Ticket Source or by contacting the professional page of the artist
at
www.facebook.com/NicholasTyler84.
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Urban
Voodoo Club - Thursday, June 26th at 7.30pm in Leeds. "With two
packed shows under our belt, our next show lands on June 26th, at The
Adelphi, for Leeds' only regular, monthly night of magic. We have an
incredible line-up of highly talented performers to get that voodoo
sensation warming up your blood and raise the hairs on your neck! June's
line-up features comedy magic from Mark James, deductive mentalism from
Ben Cardall, sideshow freakery from Tristan Stothard, and close-up
miracles from Chris Clarke. Plus, we welcome our very special guests -
the unique, glamorous & elegant Orientale Dance Company. Tickets are £7
in advance from
www.wegottickets.com/urbanvoodooclub or £10 on the door. Venue: The
Adelphi, 3-5 Hunslet Road, Leeds LS10 1JQ (Map)
www.urbanvoodooclub.co.uk
twitter.com/urbanvoodooclub
facebook.com/uvcmagic.
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Alan
Maskell and Chris Wardle lecture at the Modern Mystic League. Brian
Lead writes: After several years of solo lectures, Alan and Chris have
resurrected their acclaimed joint lecture especially for the Centenary
of the Modern Mystic League. They will cover close-up, stand up,
mentalism, compere items and children's magic, focusing on simple to do,
yet baffling, effects. There will be something for everyone. Alan
Maskell is currently Chair of the Magic Circle Council and has a wealth
of performing experience, as well as being an IBM British Ring
award-winner. Chris Wardle's effects have been published in numerous
magic magazines and books as well as featuring on TV, radio and on
stage. Don't miss this great lecture from two of British magic's most
creative minds. The lecture will start at 2pm on Sunday, July 13th in
the St. Silas Parish Centre, Preston New Road, Blackburn BB2 6PS (Map).
Visitors £5. For more details please contact Concert Secretary Brian
Lead on 01254 52070 or email
brianlead@themagiccircle.co.uk.
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Lee
Hathaway Lecture - The London Society of Magicians. Mark Saltissi
writes: The London Society of Magicians are delighted to host a lecture
by Lee Hathaway on 24th June at 7pm. For several years Lee has been
performing his close-up and cabaret magic across the UK and around the
world. Lee has performed at hundreds of corporate and private events and
has made numerous television appearances including 'Penn and Teller -
Fool Us', where he was successful in fooling the magic duo! In this
lecture Lee will share with us lessons and demonstrate effects learned
from his wealth of experience performing magic. Venue: Davenports Magic
Shop, 7 Charing Cross Underground Arcade, The Strand, London WC2N 4HZ (Map).
Start time 7pm. Visitors welcome (£10 door charge) lectures are free for
members. Please reserve a place by emailing Mark using
lsmmagic@hotmail.co.uk. Our
website is
www.lsmmagic.magicandweb.com.
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Highland
based magician Clive Grewcock is delighted to be invited to perform
once again at the Nairn Book & Arts Festival which takes place from the
2nd - 7th September at a variety of venues throughout the town just east
of Inverness. Clive commented, "this is always an exciting opportunity
for a Magician because it highlights the entertainment as both a
performing art and storytelling medium. There is a wide range of subject
matter covered during the festival, last year I was involved in the
variety night and this year I will be very much part of the kids' day
with family magic over the 6th of September." The 11th Nairn Book & Arts
Festival delivers a diverse programme of poetry, writers, drama, music,
film, art and workshops which will include international, national and
local talent . One of the UK’s most familiar broadcasters, Kirsty Wark,
will launch the festival, while an event with Scottish TV presenter and
author Sally Magnusson, will close it.
www.nairnfestival.co.uk.
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The
Mark Leveridge June Podcast: "Put the kettle on, make a cup of tea or
coffee, and then sit back and relax while listening to Mark Leveridge's
latest half hour Podcast in which, amongst other things, he considers
the benefits of TV hype, rants about why E-Books are often rather shoddy
in the way they are put together, looks at the many irritating things
that lay people say when you are performing magic and argues whether
there is a case for regularly changing the routines in your commercial
act. The Podcast is published on the 1st of every month, is completely
free and can be either listened to online or downloaded for playback
later on any mp3 player. You can find the Mark Leveridge Podcast at
www.markleveridge.co.uk/podcast.php."
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Jay
Scott Berry, Magical Lecture, Workshop and Evening Show. "In support
of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance & Grand Charity, Craig Kidd (CSK
entertainment events) is proud to present a Kellington Village Magic &
Music Spectacular featuring an International star from the USA, the
Virtuoso of Magic... Jay Scott Berry on Sunday 17th August at Kellington
Village Hall, Main Street, Kellington DN14 0NG (Map).
The program starts at 1pm - 5pm (doors 12.30pm) with a Magical Lecture &
Workshop for magicians only at £15 per person (or £20 per person if
booking for the evening show as well). Evening show: Family Variety
Show, public welcome, 7pm - 9.30pm featuring Jay Scott Berry with
supporting acts (TBC) £8 per person. Book via
www.craigkidd.co.uk
or email craig@craigkidd.co.uk
or telephone 07710 293 031 for more details."
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Travis
Perkins Assembly - 22nd Ferrybridge Day of Magic, Sunday 13th July.
More details from Travis Perkins & Esme: "First lecturette: ‘Escape – It
Isn’t Always Easy’ presented by Danny Hunt. Second lecturette: ‘More
Laughs in More Minutes’ with Harry Robson – renowned worldwide for his
slick and commercial ideas. 10 dealers and traders with a vast array of
magic and books. Following a day that is set for wonderment, laughs,
magic and thrills, the Showette will bring our 22nd to a close,
featuring Epsie Havercott, Ray Roberts, Peter Roberts, A N Other.
Entrance fee £5.00. Doors open at 9.45am but see details in
What’s On section.
Further details can be obtained by contacting Michael Shepherd on 01904
709500 or email
admin@castlemagicalservices.co.uk."
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Two-day "Star Lecture"
Balloon Spectacular in Birmingham. Graham Lee writes: A two-day "Star Lecture" balloon spectacular will be taking place in
Birmingham on Tuesday 1st July with Sue Bowler running a deco/twisting
day with designs that use both round balloons and twisting balloons. Sue
travels the world teaching for Qualatex and we are pleased she will be
taking the workshop for us in Birmingham.
We then have Thelma Levett (photo), past International Twister of the
Year running workshops on Wednesday 2nd July for "The David Grist Memorial
Lecture". This event is a 'must see' with two of the world's leading
balloon artistes at the same venue. Please contact Graham Lee for more
information or to book,
Click Here.
If you would like to join the Balloon Artistes Guild then you can attend
all BAG days
that we run free of charge, BAG members also get the three star lecture
days recorded as well.
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Ozzy
Dee lectures for the Anglian Magic Society on Tuesday 17th June.
Steve Majes (Acting secretary, Anglian Magic Society) writes: Anglian
Magic Society - The Ozzy Dee Lecture, Tuesday 17th June at The White
Horse Inn, The Street, Trowse, Norwich NR14 8ST (Map).
Magic, Entertainment, Side Show Attractions and More! Ozzy is going to
lay forth his experience and knowledge from the many years he has been
in the business, and he has always been in the business! From his early
years as a blue coat, then as an entertainment's manager, moving onto
the family cabaret market and now as a successful magician and
entertainer in Exeter. Ozzy will share his secrets and give you some
insights and ideas about gaining more income from those bookings.
Members £2.00 / Visitors £10.00
www.facebook.com/TheAnglianMagicSociety.
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The
Order of The Magi (Manchester) held their annual close-up
competition on Tuesday, where six performers supported by many members
and guests battled it out for the trophies. The magical judges were
Jonathon Royle and Stuart Cassels who were certainly impressed with the
overall standard for both magical content and entertainment value and
had a difficult job in making their final selection. There were
additionally two lay judges, marking on entertainment value only. The
winner was relatively new member Peter Cholewa (pictured with President
Dave Magee) and the Best Card Trick Shield went to another newcomer
Steve Manford. Congratulations to the winners and thanks to everyone for
participating which made a pleasant and interesting evening for the
society. Geoffrey Newton PRO.
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Tony
Griffith will be in the north of England during the week commencing
19th October 2014. Any clubs wishing to take his Reflections lecture
while he is in that part of the country should contact Tony as soon as
possible on 01275 835463 or email
tony@tonygriffith.co.uk.
Details of his lecture can be found on his website
www.tonygriffith.co.uk.
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Basic
Balloon Modelling Day, Wednesday 25th June, Sutton, Surrey. Graham
Lee writes: There will be four sessions throughout the day with tips and tricks
along the way explaining everything to get you started. Starting from the very basic session and gradually moving along
showing how to make hearts with shock twists, visual hats and what pens
and balloons to use to make your work more visual. 10am to 5pm. Contact Graham
Lee for more information or to book:
Click Here.
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"Murder
mystery night at Davenport’s Magic Kingdom"
Click Here • "The Insider: That Dynamo’s a tricky customer"
Click Here • "Watch Parklife magician Dynamo's unbelievable bendy
finger trick!"
Click Here • "That's not magic: Penn, Teller and Derren Brown reveal
all (or do they?)"
Click Here • "Smoothini Ghetto Houdini – Magician – America’s Got
Talent 2014 Audition Video"
Click Here • "Magician extraordinaire"
Click
Here • "Wargrave 10k a blast in the sunshine"
Click Here • "Sensual Dreams at The Hippodrome Casino"
Click Here • O.O.P.S. 2 by Paul Hallas is reviewed by Al Smith this
week,
Click Here • Jonti Sparrow's Deception Convention is reviewed by
Quentin Reynolds this week,
Click Here • And finally "'If I've put on a few pounds I go easy on
bread, biscuits and cakes': Debbie McGee under the microscope"
Click Here • Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee are back on tour later
this year as they weave their spell across the country - see
What's On for dates.
Many thanks for all your news - see you next week, Duncan.
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