Number 787 - 25th July 2015
Luke
Jermay Lecture, International Magic, London: "Imagine yourself empowered to
read minds! Specifically, in detail with no stooges, cold reading, preshow work
or props? A demonstration so perfect it has even the most skeptical audience
member scratching their head and so simple to perform it requires nothing more
than you and a room full of spectators you want to destroy? Imagine this man
sharing with you secrets that have remained secret before that night. Imagine no
more. There is a man who can teach you how to demonstrate these remarkable
things and many more. The Edinburgh Evening News reviewed Luke Jermay’s one man
show ‘Sixth Sense’ with 5 Stars calling him ‘utterly astonishing in the extreme’
the Times Newspaper said; ‘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.’ Luke promises an amazing blend of original and powerful
mentalism. His live lecture focuses entirely on the mind reading demonstrations
he performs for the paying public all supported by the insight and theory you
need to perform these demonstrations of telepathy and hypnosis for real
audiences. This is an event not to be missed." The Luke Jermay Lecture, Tuesday
11th August, 7.30pm to 10pm at Casa Italiana, 2nd Floor, 136 Clerkenwell Road,
London EC1R 5DL (Map).
Just opposite the International Magic shop. £15 per person. As usual, tickets
are on the door but advance reservation is essential by emailing
martin@internationalmagic.com.
www.internationalmagic.com.
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Paul
Zenon in Linking Rings - Ed Fringe, August. 1926: Houdini's right-hand man
deals with the death of his boss. A half century later, a Blackpool joke shop
proprietor takes on a wide-eyed young protégé. An affectionate look at a
misspent youth and unsung heroes; a touching true story of interlocking lives.
This new work is an exciting change of direction for Paul Zenon. Not a magic
show, but magical nonetheless. Tickets:
www.edfringe.com. Le Monde (Venue 47), 6 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PF,
at 3pm on August 7, 9-14, 16-21, 23-28, 30-31. 1 hour. See
What's On for Fringe listings.
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"Before
you say anything I think maybe you should come outside and see the little
fella!" Young & Strange are at it again. Forget Swindon - this time it's
primetime! Watch the full video,
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This one is going viral - it's everywhere! 25.7.15
'It's
A Kinda Magic' A cine-magical, vintage variety show from award winning Duo Bogof
in September: Sue Hart and Matt Bowyer have created a show where the
illusion of magic is taken a bit further and what happens on screens often
mirrors reality or answers some of the questions the tricks throw up, and
occasionally throws up a few more questions for the audience about the Bogofs
and their strange and dysfunctional relationship. Funny, technically creative
and a riff on vintage variety magicians and their assistants. Watch some of
their videos here:
www.duobogof.com. The Duo Bogof were the London Cabaret award winners for
Best Alternative Act in 2014. Tickets: £12 + booking fee. Age: 18+. Show dates:
4th 5th and 6th of September 2015. Doors 7pm. Show 8pm. Theatre Delicatessen,
119 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3DA (Map).
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The
Magicians' Podcast this week features the mindreader who can't read minds, Chris
Cox. Another excellent chat with host Richard Young. Listen to this Podcast
and catch up with previous ones at
magicianspodcast.podbean.com also see
www.facebook.com/MagiciansPodcast. Chris can be seen live on stage in the
West End starting this evening, 25th July, through to 29th August, in
Impossible.
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The
Big Night Out is a variety show helping to raise money for charities based
in and around Yorkshire. 7.30pm on Saturday 12th September at the Crowne Plaza,
Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 4DL (Map).
Starring Thomas Anthony 'The Magic Guy', Richard Daniels, magician John Danbury,
Liz Keeting and Ukulele Henry.
www.facebook.com/thebignightoutuk.
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FireFly
by Joel Dickinson is now only £9.99 for a limited period from Warped Magic,
Click Here. Also take a look at the website for other great items, like
iTD and the latest effect from David Stone,
Zenith! "Firefly is a super cool signed card to matchbox routine. Show a
matchbox completely empty, close it and place it on a table or spectator's hand.
Have a card selected, signed and lost in the deck. Pick up the matchbox and open
it, a card is now seen folded up inside. It is the signed card!" Visit
www.warpedmagic.co.uk to watch a demo.
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Sunday
Night at The Victoria Theatre, Halifax. An evening of elegant entertainment
featuring the UK's finest cabaret and comedy performers. Hosted by Magician &
Entertainer Extraordinaire John Danbury once a month on a Sunday, introducing
top artists including jugglers, mind readers, magicians, comedians, singers and
a long list of headline acts from major West End shows: Les Miserables, Chicago,
Wicked, The Producers, The Sound of Music, Evita and Sunset Boulevard. Live in
the Green Room Bar, The Victoria Theatre, Fountain Street, Halifax HX1 1BP (Map).
Sunday 2nd August.
www.victoriatheatre.co.uk
www.johndanburypresents.com. Box Office: 01422 351158, or book online:
www.calderdale.gov.uk. "A marvellous show, will leave anyone roaring for
more" The Stage.
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West
End Magic - in York. Great Yorkshire Fringe - The Turn Pot, 31st July and
1st August: "London's premier magic show hits York featuring some of the most
exciting names in magic and variety in the UK bringing with them comedy, magic,
time travel, and jaw dropping feats. Expect gravity defying feats with Oliver
Meech where water is stopped in its tracks, impossible tricks with rice and a
spot of time travel. Mind-melting magician Neil Henry will make you experience
barn-bending impossibilities whilst award-winning Oliver Tabor (photo) will be
performing his incredible illusions in a dazzling display of magic that might
leave you wondering whether reality really can be bent and manipulated."
Suitable for all the family. Details: 31st July-1st August 2015. The Turn Pot,
Great Yorkshire Fringe. Show 2.30pm. Tickets: £8.50 standard, £30 family of
four.
www.greatyorkshirefringe.com
www.westendmagic.com.
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"'We're more than just scantily clad
assistants': meet the woman making magic's glass ceiling disappear. Often
sawn in half but rarely the ones wearing the white gloves, few women make a
career in magic. Katherine Mills talks about how she tricked her way into ‘the
old boy’s club’ – and gives a mind-reading masterclass..." To read the full
story by Hannah Ellis-Petersen in The Guardian,
Click Here.
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Ravi
Mayar Lecture - London Society of Magicians.
Daniel Young writes: London
Society of Magicians proudly presents a lecture by Ravi Mayar. A full-time
professional magician, pickpocket, hypnotist, creator and lecturer. Ravi was
born in England, grew up in Montreal, Canada, and now lives permanently in
London. Ravi's 2015 "No Card Tricks" lecture will be based on his latest
Blackpool 2015 release "Storyteller" as well as his Collision DVD set. Ravi is
known for creating organic magic with everyday items that people can relate to.
Last year he released "The Mayar Approach" Hypnosis Workshop to the public. He
will be discussing his approach, touching on his use of physical controls,
language, and the intangible principles he has created for his mix and mingle
hypnosis. Ravi will also be introducing his style of pickpocketing, discussing
confidence v character, proximity of space and attention management. The lecture
will be held on Tuesday July 28th from 7pm - 9pm at Davenport's Magic, London (www.davenportsmagic.co.uk).
£10 for non-members (free for members). Email
lsmmagic@hotmail.co.uk with any
questions.
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Congratulations
to John Danbury, winner of the Yorkshire Pride Award for Close-up Magic
(for a second time!) which is organised by the Leeds Magical Association. Once a
year magicians from across the region are invited to take part and compete in
front of a mixed audience of magicians and lay people. The evening takes the
form of real close-up, with each magician repeating their act to various groups,
nine times over (nine contestants). In the photo John is being presented the cup
by Leeds president Alan Beet.
25.7.15
Paul
Gordon lectures at The Magic Triangle (Colchester) on Sunday 13th September
at 7pm at Straws, 21 Osborne Street, Colchester CO2 7DA (Map).
From the organisers: The Paul Gordon Close-up Magic Lecture has travelled the
world. In fact, he has visited (and lectured in) America seven times since 1994;
the first being at Tannen's Jubilee in New York and also at Fechter's Finger
Flicking Frolics in New York. In The UK, he has lectured for over 90 different
clubs since 1994; including four times at The Magic Circle in London and at Mark
Leveridge's Close-up Symposium. Plus lectures in France, Monaco (Stars of
Magic), Ireland, Denmark, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Belgium and Germany. The lecture
is entertaining (fun and light-hearted) and full of 'doable' usable (but strong)
magic from his best-selling and highly acclaimed Gold Dust books, DVDs and
award winning professional repertoire. Visitors welcome, admission £5.00.
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Alan
Maskell lectures at The Surrey Society of Magicians on 30th July: Alan has
performed his magic in a whole host of locations, from London theatres to
close-up at The Dorchester; stand up in Covent Garden to front room children's
parties. He has performed regularly at Magic Circle events and has made the
occasional radio and television appearance. Alan has lectured and performed at a
number of Conventions as well as leading workshops and teach-in sessions for The
Young Magicians Club. Alan has lectured at a number of magical societies
including the world famous Magic Circle and he both lectured and compered the
Gala show at the Scottish Association of Magical Societies Convention in 2004.
Such was his success that he was asked back to perform his cabaret act as part
of the Gala Show in 2005. Alan is the current Chair of the Magic Circle Council
and he has served on the Council for a number of years. Visiting magicians are
welcome for a £10 entrance fee. The lecture takes place in East Horsley, Surrey
at 8pm. For full details contact Adam Mosley
info@surreymagic.org.uk.
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The
Gathering, Great Yarmouth. Stephen Bolam writes: Our next meeting is at
7.30pm on 4th August, at the St. George Hotel, Great Yarmouth. The aim of the
social evenings is to allow magicians to meet and socialise, and exchange ideas,
in a relaxed atmosphere. If anyone wants go come along, please email
thegathering@mail.com or phone Kyle
on 07510 933734 for further information.
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