Number 751 - 15th November 2014
A
Celebrity Gala starring TV's iMagician Jamie Allan and Steve Hewlett. The
Garrick Theatre, London, will play host to a very special Christmas night of music,
comedy, magic and illusion with proceeds from the evening going to the Starlight
Children's Foundation on Sunday 16th November. Headlining will be one of the
UK's top illusionists ‘Jamie Allan' who will astound you with his incredible
magic and illusion, all enhanced through cutting-edge projection and world-class
sleight of hand. Described as one of the finest magicians the UK has ever
produced, Jamie will run through a highly charged set of amazing illusions
enhanced by high-powered laser beams, flat screens and interactive technology.
Jamie burst onto our screens last year as the ‘iMagician' with a string of TV
appearances including: BBC ‘The One Show', ‘BBC Breakfast' and ‘The Alan
Titchmarsh Show'. You will see magic like never before and will be amazed by
illusions that you will think impossible! Prices if booked in person at the Box
Office (includes a £1 Theatre Restoration Levy) Stalls: £45, £35, Premiums £75.
Dress Circle: £45, Grand Circle: £25, £15. Prices if purchased online or over
the phone (includes booking fee and a £1 Theatre Restoration Levy) Stalls:
£47.50, £37.50, Premiums £77.50 Dress Circle: £47.50 Grand Circle: £27.50,
£17.50. Sunday 16th November at 6pm. Duration: 2 hours including one interval.
More info:
www.nimaxtheatres.com.
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Steve
Allen's Magical New Year. Start the New Year in a magical way with a special
show from LBC radio host and magician Steve Allen, at the headquarters of the
world-famous Magic Circle. Thursday 1st January 2015. Doors open 1.30pm, show
starts 2.30pm. Tickets £32.00 plus transaction fee via
www.themagiccircle.co.uk or
www.seetickets.com. Venue: The Magic Circle headquarters, 12 Stephenson Way,
Euston, London NW1 2HD (Map).
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Make
Christmas Magical. This Christmas, 4,000 homeless people will spend their
festive period with Crisis, the national charity for single homeless people, at
one of its temporary Crisis at Christmas centres across London, Newcastle and
Edinburgh. Crisis at Christmas centres are positive, bustling places where
guests have access to healthcare, podiatry, massage, haircuts and a whole range
of activities that they may miss out on the rest of the year, provided by more
than 8,000 volunteers. Entertainment is a really important part of what we
offer, as the chance to see and participate in performance helps our guests
regain confidence, build self esteem and shake off the depression or frustration
homelessness causes. This year we’re looking for something a little bit…
different! If you’re able to give up some time between 23 – 29 December to make
Christmas that bit more magical for our guests then we’d love to hear from you.
You can find out more and register on the Crisis Website:
www.crisis.org.uk/pages/performer-.html. Crisis at Christmas last year:
YouTube.
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Close-up at The Magic Circle,
Friday 16th January 2015. This event showcases some of the best close-up
magicians available and audiences get to meet the performers and
experience the magic in the intimate setting of the headquarters of the
world-famous The Magic Circle in London, often taking part themselves.
An amazing collection of close-up magicians presenting superlative magic
right before your very eyes. Seeing is believing.
Doors open 7pm, event starts at 7.30pm and finishes at 9.30pm.
Tickets £16.50 plus fee via
www.seetickets.com.
Venue: The Magic Circle headquarters, 12 Stephenson Way, Euston, London
NW1 2HD (Map).
Further details:
www.themagiccircle.co.uk/public-events. Although all shows are of a
universal nature and young enthusiasts are welcomed, 80 minutes of
close-up is not usually recommended for those under 12. No refunds will
be issued for under 12s.
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The
Berglas Effects. Just 8 copies of The Berglas Effects will be available from
the International Magic stand at the
International Magic Convention (November 14th, 15th, 16th). David Berglas
will be there in person on Sunday 16th to sign copies, which are priced at £90.
Copies can also be ordered for those not attending the convention (in which case
a signed bookmark will be included), priced at £99 to include delivery. Contact
www.internationalmagic.com for details.
"This is a wonderful, wonderful book, as well as one that resonates with me very
much personally. I feel a slight voyeuristic guilt being allowed in as much as
this, into his hidden world, but also the joy of seeing so lucidly before me
what seems now to be the ONLY way to present card material. Where the performer
is all and there's no card 'plot' to follow along with. This is a unique delight
to be reading." Derren Brown. Written by magic’s most experienced author
Richard Kaufman. Foreword by Juan Tamariz. Afterword by Max Maven. Includes 3
feature-packed DVDs. This title is now nearly sold out.
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Wayne
Dobson: The Definitive Collection Lecture - Burton upon Trent.
Eddie Young writes: Wayne Dobson
has kindly agreed to a special lecture, plus, I clamped his wheelchair and
made an offer to taste real beer, until he agreed to visit the home of the product
you love or hate (Marmite) and the Brewing capital of the UK. Wayne is visiting
Burton on Trent for a charity night lecture and he’s bringing Mike Sullivan.
Wayne has recently completed one-off lectures with standing ovations. Please
note Wayne is not visiting any other societies in the Midlands region. The
lecture will be on Thursday 27th November. Doors open at 7pm and the lecture
runs from 7.30pm - 10.30pm. Refreshments available. Venue: National Brewery
Centre, Horninglow Street, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire DE14 1NG (Map).
Tickets will be £15 on the door or order online at just £10 and guarantee a seat
as spaces are limited (see
www.phatmagic.net). All profits will be going to further research into
Multiple Sclerosis.
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Tricked: Favourite
Tricks is being repeated at
9pm on Monday 17th November on ITV2. "Hidden camera magic show starring Ben
Hanlin. Ben looks back at the highlights from the series, including
magical wind-ups on the public and the most popular celebrity tricks on
Helen Flanagan, Joe Calzaghe and the band Blue, among others." See
TV Magic. (Found
myself in very close proximity to Ben in the Gents at The Festival of
Magic last Thursday... very disconcerting, but he assured me that there
were no hidden cameras and that they definitely weren't recording! DT).
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Kilmarnock
Magic Circle invite you to a lecture by Kieron Johnson on Wednesday 19th
November at 7.30pm. "Kieron arrived on the Magic scene with a bang in the form
of his 'To The Max' DVD, an effect which leaves the spectator with a block of
ice in their hand and a true sense of astonishment. Since then Kieron has
unleashed his highly acclaimed 'Chaotic' DVD and the ultimate finale to any
impossible card location effect in 'Remaxed Iceolation', where the spectator's
signed card is encased in a block of ice. Expect something unique and
entertainingly outrageous!" Kilmarnock Magic Circle, Barrmill Hall, Barrmill
Road, Galston KA4 8HH (Map).
£10 cover charge for visiting magicians.
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FISM
European Championships 2017. Blackpool Magicians' Club have once again been
chosen to host the FISM European Championships at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool.
The BMC successfully launched the very first FISM European Championships in 2011
and we are delighted to have been chosen once again.
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Kieron
Johnson Lecture - Forth Valley Magic Circle: "Forth Valley Magic Circle are
proud to present Kieron Johnson's first ever Scottish Lecture! Kieron's a true
eccentric with a flair for the theatrical, presenting incredible awe-inspiring
and often shocking magic. There's beauty in this madness, but much more than
being beautiful, it's a magical journey you'll want to ride again and again.
This will be an interactive lecture, that everyone will get something from."
Tuesday, 18th November, at 7.30pm. Venue: Stenhousemuir Cricket Club, Tryst
Road, Stenhousemuir, Stirlingshire FK5 4QJ (Map)
www.forthvalleymagic.co.uk. Elliot Bibby.
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Ken
Dyne: "The Bairn Lecture". Available for magic society lectures in the UK
week commencing March 30th 2015: "Following the incredible success of his brand
new book,
Bairn, full time professional mentalist, Ken Dyne has cleared his diary for
the week commencing 30th March 2015 for magic society lectures. In the lecture,
Ken will teach performance pieces from his professional, working act, that he
performs at corporate events for companies such as Mars, Yahoo, and Proctor &
Gamble, as well as on cruise ships and at the private parties of the rich and
famous. You'll learn real world mentalism including close up and stand up
mentalism for people of all skills. If you're interested in taking one of these
limited dates, contact Kennedy:
lectures@mindofkennedy.co.uk."
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'Life and Career of Alan Shaxon' lecture
- Peterborough Society of Magicians. John Learoyd writes: Steve Short
and Scott Penrose will be presenting their new lecture on the Life and
Career of the late Alan Shaxon (based on their book: Alan Shaxon - The
Sophisticated Sorcerer) on Tuesday 18th November at 7.30 pm at The
Millfield Community Centre, New England Complex, Lincoln Road,
Peterborough PE1 2PE (Map).
In the first half Steve will talk about Alan's life and career, enhanced
with PowerPoint and video clips. In the second half Scott will show
and explain some of Alan's effects, all of which are "workers" in which
Alan had ironed out any problems over the course of many hundreds of
performances. Tea or Coffee and Biscuits are included during the
interval. Admission: Non members £5 at the door or £20 for groups of 5 or
6.
www.psmagicians.org.uk.
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Andy
Nyman in Assassins. The first major production of Stephen Sondheim's
musical 'Assassins' for over 20 years is playing at the Menier Chocolate
Factory from November 21st - March 7th. The production is directed by
Jamie Lloyd and has a stellar cast led by Catherine Tate, Andy Nyman and
Broadway star Aaron Tveit. It has almost sold out, but some tickets are
still available via
www.menierchocolatefactory.com.
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The
Naked Magicians were a huge hit in Las Vegas! Chris Dugdale, Andrew
Goldenhersh and Jason Baney's show enjoyed standing ovations, incredible reviews
and lots of TV and Radio coverage during its two-week run at the Tommy Wind
Theater opposite the Monte Carlo... "I went to see 'The Naked Magicians'
again. This show, directed by Charles Bach, has all the makings of a Vegas hit.
The close-up illusions are all performed with perfect timing by the three
magicians. Each has his own unique style that grabs the audience and holds them
throughout the entire show." Monti Rock III in Gaming Today.
"Unbelievable!" Shawn Tempesta, The Morning Blend, Las Vegas KTNV.
"...fascinating to watch, I think that they will be back." Robin Leach, Las
Vegas Sun. "Four new shows in only 48 hours on the Las Vegas Strip, downtown"
Click Here. Also see
www.nakedmagicians.com and
www.facebook.com/TNMagicians.
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Birmingham
Care & Share Two Day Balloon Spectacular with Twistina and Dan Catt. Graham
Lee writes: You can attend either day or stay for the full event. Others
attending stay at the Halesowen Travelodge, which is a two minute walk from the
venue. A buffet lunch is included in the price. Both days are hands-on lecture
workshops, with a fun competition or two to take part in if you wish, with a few
prizes to win along the way. For booking details see:
www.qualatexballoons.co.uk. Tuesday 25th and Wednesday 26th November,
Birmingham.
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Merlins
annual competition. Phil Peters writes: Well done to everyone who was at
Merlins Magic Club annual competition last Wednesday evening. The contest was
very close, with third place going to Theo Carson, second to Kev Gateaux Johnson
and first to Nathan James. Nathan is pictured here receiving his award and
trophy from Merlins co-owner Mark Lee.
www.merlinswakefield.com."
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Night
of Wonders, Cardiff. Chay Wisdom writes: Night of Wonders - showcasing
talent in Cardiff on Saturday 22nd November. Fun theatre show filled with Music,
Magic, Comedy, Mind Reading and much more. Tickets are £6 pre-ordered or £8 on
the door. Price includes interval refreshments. Doors open 6.30pm, show starts
7pm. Pre-order tickets from
www.chaywisdom.co.uk. Venue: YMCA Centre, The Walk, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3AG
(Map).
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Magic
with Style. When a magician's assistant drops dead on stage, DCI Barnaby
investigates the secretive world of Midsomer's Magic Circle. "The Magician's
Nephew", an episode in the "Midsomer Murders" series was screened last Tuesday
on ITV 3. John Styles was the magic advisor.
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The Grand Order of Water Rats. "On Thursday 13th November Andrew Van Buren had the great pleasure to join David Berglas and Chris Woodward representing magic at a very special star studded evening held in Buckingham Palace with Her Majesty the Queen and HRH Prince Phillip to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the wonderful Show business Fraternity and charity Organisation - The Grand Order of Water Rats. www.gowr.net." 15.11.14
Tommy Templeton Cumbrian Magic Circle Lecture. Andrew Hagga writes: "Cumbrian Magic Circle presents a lecture by Tommy Templeton (a.k.a. Cheeko the Clown) on Tuesday, 18th November, with the doors open at 7.30pm for the usual 8pm start. Tommy's lecture, "Begged, Stolen and Borrowed 2" is based on his experience as a working magician. He has been performing as a stand up and as a children's entertainer for over 40 years. As a working professional everything in the lecture is practical. It is not one of these lectures were you go 'wow', but never use, or can't use the stuff you see. Details of venue is on our website. www.cumbrianmagiccircle.co.uk also see www.cheekotheclown.com. 15.11.14
Bobby
Bernard 1931-2014. Bobby Bernard died peacefully on Monday 10th November
2014. I first met Bobby in the 70s by chance at the International Magic Studio
in Brewer Street. I was probably about 13 and was about to buy a Tenyo
'Penetration Frame' and he was trying to persuaded me not to. Needless to say I
didn't listen and went ahead and bought it, later realising that he was quite
right. It really wasn't a very good trick! That was my first encounter with
Bobby Bernard. Years later, when I worked in the Magic department of Hamley's
Toy Shop, Bobby would often pop in (for an hour or two!) and talk magic and
auditions. As a character actor he had some great parts over the years. Bobby
had a wealth of magical knowledge and a real passion not just for 'magic', but
more so perhaps, for the performance of magic. I'll never forget his vivid,
excited, description of Jeff McBride's act that he'd just seen, long before we'd see it here in the
UK. Bobby was one of British Magic's great characters. The Funeral of Bobby
Bernard (Bernard Samuel Lerner) MIMC and Honorary Life Member The Magic Circle
will be held at The West Chapel, Golders Green Crematorium, Hoop Lane, London
NW11 7NL on Friday 28th November 2014 at 1pm. No flowers by request of the
family. DT.
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