Number 758 - 3rd January 2015
Now
You See It, BBC 1's new eight-part series will feature the very
best, and the very worst, of magic: "Fast-paced entertainment series
voiced by Mel Giedroyc, featuring the best and worst of magic and other
incredible performers from around the world. Dynamo features alongside
the next generation of incredibly talented people who share their skills
via social media. Plus the moments some of them would rather forget when
their magic failed to work." 6.30pm on Saturday 10th January on BBC 1.
Executive Producers Anthony Owen and Toby Stevens. Series Producer Jo
Bunting. See TV Magic.
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Luke
Jermay takes his Sixth Sense show on tour starting in February:
"Luke Jermay is the most incredible man you’ve probably never heard of.
He can read your mind. No really; he can read your mind. He doesn’t use
mind games or psychological tricks; there are no smoke and mirrors. He
can simply read your mind. Jermay’s - Sixth Sense has gained critical
acclaim with 5 Star reviews from Edinburgh to London’s West End. You’ll
be amazed at Jermay’s incredible powers; he knows your past, present and
future, sometimes better than you do. From your favourite schoolteacher,
childhood pet even the colour of your underwear, Jermay impossibly knows
all, sees all and tells (almost) all in an expert display of telepathy
and personal predictions about your future developed to amazing razor
sharp accuracy."
"My jaw dropped repeatedly… Jermay puts us in a state where we can
wonder whether life has more possibilities than we thought it did an
hour before." The Times.
"Jermay is different…to gain power like
his he must be in league with the Devil. Utterly astonishing in the
extreme." Edinburgh Evening News.
"Jermay is mind blowing. You would be out of your mind to miss this
show!" The Sun.
See www.jermay.com/tour. 3.1.15
Planet’s
Got Talent comes to ITV. From the makers: New six-part series,
narrated by Warwick Davis. ITV has commissioned a new six-part series,
Planet’s Got Talent, from the producers of Britain’s Got Talent. The 6 x
30 minute series is produced by Thames (part of FremantleMedia UK) and
Syco Entertainment and will be narrated by Warwick Davis. It will air
early 2015. An international ratings’ phenomenon, Got Talent is
officially the most successful reality television format in the world
(Guinness Book of Records, 2014) with 230 series across 67 different
territories. Planet’s Got Talent highlights the most incredible acts
from across the globe, from countries as diverse as the UK and US, to
Albania and Vietnam. Meanwhile, auditions are now open for the 2015
series of Britain's Got Talent. Any performer can apply, no matter what
their age or background - all they need is a skill and star quality
which they think will impress. Anything goes from comedians to
contortionists, dancers to drag acts and acrobats to animals. Aspiring
stars can apply via
www.itv.com/talent.
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Magic
Academy Magician Training Course: This 2 day course is designed for
the complete beginner or keen amateur so prior knowledge in the art of
magic is not required. In fact my students with no magic training often
pick the skills up quicker as they have no previous bad habits to
un-learn first. The routine you will learn has actually taken me over 20
years of trial and error to put together. They are the effects that get
the greatest reactions from spectators. The good thing about this is
that most of them only require very basic sleight of hand which is why
once you have learnt that you can concentrate more on your performance
to achieve a better reaction. You will soon learn the basics, most
students pick up the techniques within a few hours. This leaves us ample
time to work on giving the routine some structure and starting to make
the moves, timing and patter flow. You will also get to know how you can
make a very successful income from performing close up magic. You will
discover the secrets of: How much to charge; The importance of
marketing; Where to find work; Charity Events; Agents; Confidence
building; Misdirection techniques; Magic Societies. For full details
visit
www.magicacademy.uk today!
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MagicNevin's
New Year Sale: We have some exciting projects and offers in the
pipeline for 2015 and are kicking the year off with a massive
New
Year Sale. We will be adding items to the sale whilst it is running,
so please do check back regularly. To view the saving for each item
click on its picture, the savings are between 10% - 50%. Visit
www.magicnevin.com today!
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The Magic Cavern - London.
Richard Leigh opened at The Barons Court Theatre with 'The Magic Cavern'
in 2002. It has since become London's longest running theatrical magic show
with over 1000 performances You won't believe
your eyes as you witness the seemingly impossible. Wherever you sit in
this atmospheric venue, you are only a few feet away from the magic
which happens literally under your eyes. A traditional show of
mystery from the golden age of magic. This show is interactive and
suitable for all the family and all ages.
"All the magic is astounding but there are two tricks which simply defy belief - one with words, one with numbers. Take the whole family to witness and ponder in amazement, like we did. Do not miss this show." Five Stars - Jane McDowell for remotegoat. Barons Court Theatre, "The Curtains Up", 28a Comeragh Road, London W14 9HR (Map). Nearest tube: Barons Court on the Piccadilly Line or West Kensington on the District Line. 2 minutes walk from either. Adults £12.00 and Concessions £9.00 Box Office: 020 8932 4747 or book online at: www.falseimpressions.co.uk. Sunday 4th, 18th, 25th January at 3pm. 3.1.15
Mark
Leveridge January 2015 Podcast. Mark writes: Looking to chill out
after all the festive celebrations? Well, there's no better way to ease
yourself back into magic than by sitting down with a cuppa and listening
to the latest free Mark Leveridge Podcast. In the January edition I
reflect on Christmas 2014, consider whether printed or digital books are
best for learning magic, discuss what criteria you might use for
deciding if a new trick is to be considered for your act, and suggest
why you may need Public Liability Insurance and where to get it from.
All this plus more is squeezed into a relaxing half hour of interesting
magic chat and comment, and is yours to listen to right now from
www.markleveridge.co.uk/podcast.php.
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Magicseen's
latest. From the publishers: The first issue of Magicseen for the
New Year is out and features, on the cover, one of France's finest,
Boris Wild. Not only does he chat with us about his new act and more,
but he also provides a brilliant routine for the Masterclass, an effect
which he in fact used on a TV special. Boris is kept company in issue 60
by Magic Babe Ning, who drops a bit of a bombshell for all her fans, by
Sam Dallal, who is arguably India's top magic supplier, and by Ve Spero,
an up-and-coming talent from Greece. Ever get bothered by performance
nerves? Well, help is at hand in the January Magicseen as we get
practical help and advice from a half a dozen experienced performers. We
also provide a guide for rookie kid show workers for how to avoid the 7
Deadly Sins Of Children's Entertainment. All this plus loads of product
and live show reviews, news, letters and more helps to ensure that if
you get your copy you'll be guaranteed to make 2015 a happy new year
right from the start. Magicseen issue 60 is available now as part of a 1
or 2 year printed or download copy sub, or as an individual issue, from
www.magicseen.co.uk.
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At Home with The Magic Circle,
London. "A regular evening of mystery and wonder featuring some of the club's top
magicians in 'At Home with The Magic Circle'. This event features
history, close-up and stage entertainment and happens throughout the
year and lasts for a full evening. Doors open at 7pm and the Club Room
bar and museum are open. Parlour magic begins at 7.30pm. During the
interval, The Magic Circle museum and the Club Room bar are open once
again and you'll have a chance to explore the fabulous headquarters.
Then it's time for a dazzling show in The Magic Circle theatre to finish
off your evening." Tuesday 13th January at 7.30pm. Tickets £34.00 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.
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The
Magicians' Podcast with Richard Young. David Williamson and Edward Hilsum
are Richard's guests for January 1st. Catch up with previous podcast guests:
David Penn, Rob James, Noel Britten, James Freedman, Russ Stevens, Andi Gladwin,
Anthony Owen, Graham Jolley, Fay Presto, Dave Bonsall, Pete Wardell and Paul
Martin on Podbean
Click Here.
Also see
www.facebook.com/MagiciansPodcast and iTunes,
Click Here.
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Derren Brown's Trick
of the Mind is currently being repeated on
Watch. Derren Brown demonstrates his unique powers of psychological
mentalism, hypnotism, misdirection and showmanship. See
TV Magic.
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"All
about Dynamo: Favourite album, illusion, meal and comedian"
Click Here • "Veteran magician makes New Year Honours list"
Click Here • "Winnipeg magician Darcy Oake debuts TV special in UK"
Click Here • "Ratings: Pointless Celebrities beats Top Gear as Darcy
Oake flops"
Click Here • "Hans Klok - World record - 15 grandes illusions en 5
minutes"
Click Here [unfortunately this contributes about as much to the art
of magic as this does
this to fine dining...] • "Magician Steve Fisher, of Alma Street,
Sheerness, to appear on ITV's Take Me Out"
Click Here • "Bird in the hand just the start for magician"
Click Here • "Magician Criss Angel to play 'Mindfreak Live' shows in
New York"
Click Here • "From banking heir to TV magician"
Click Here • That's it for this week, your UK magic news is always
welcomed, see you next week, Duncan.
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