Number 796 - 26th September 2015
Jamie Raven Tour 2016 - New dates announced.
Jamie Raven burst onto an unsuspecting world during the 2015 series of Britain’s
Got Talent. His magic amazed audiences and even made Simon Cowell exclaim, “I
now finally believe in magic!”. Jamie has been perfecting his craft over the
past 11 years working as a magician around the world and his ambition was always
to take it to a wider audience and BGT finally gave him that chance. His online
videos from Britain’s Got Talent have now been seen over 100 million times,
making him one of the most viewed magicians in the world. The first batch of
dates for Jamie's rescheduled tour next year have just been released, with more
dates and venues to be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets will be on sale
shortly, but until then here are the initial dates and venues:
16/6/2016 - St David's Hall, Cardiff.
18/6/2016 - De Montfort Hall, Leicester.
22/6/2016 - Derngate, Northampton.
24/6/2016 - Alban Arena, St Albans.
26/6/2016 - Corn Exchange, Kings Lynn.
28/6/2016 - Wyvern, Swindon.
29/6/2016 - Mercury, Colchester.
30/6/2016 - Anvil, Basingstoke.
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The
Magicians' Podcast this week features Michael Vine in a forthright interview
recorded live on stage at The Magic Circle in London. Michael founded
Objective Productions with Andrew O'Connor in 1991 and the company has
been responsible for producing comedy, entertainment, and magic shows
for all the mainstream UK broadcasters since. Michael also manages the
career of Derren Brown. Listen to this Podcast and catch up with
previous ones at
magicianspodcast.podbean.com also see
www.facebook.com/MagiciansPodcast.
26.9.15
Master
of the Macabre. From the producers: The most terrifying magic show
you will ever see... Master of The Macabre. 7th October - 1st November.
Benedict Barber is a magician with a taste for the ghoulish and grisly.
In Master of the Macabre, he will take the audience on a dark
autobiographical journey – from his introduction to magic at the age of
just five through the trickery he employed at school to alarm his fellow
pupils and terrorize his teachers to a shocking experience as a young
adult that has shaped his life both on and off the stage. This fully
engrossing theatrical experience will leave you wide-eyed with
astonishment and bring you to the edge of your seat with fear. If you're
prepared to have your prejudices challenged, your assumptions
questioned, your beliefs shaken and your nerves shredded then this is
the show for you. Master of the Macabre is - quite simply - the most
terrifying magic show you will ever see... Warning - the show is only
suitable for ages 15 and up. The Vaults Theatre, Launcelot Street,
London SE1 7AD (Map).
Performed by Benedict Barber. Directed by Tony Middleton. Written by
Benedict Barber and Matthew Stradling. Additional Magic consultancy by
Chris Dugdale.
7th October - 1st November. To book visit
www.the-vaults.org.
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Magic
& Variety, live on stage this evening in Eastbourne. Geoffrey Newton
writes: The IBM British Ring Convention Gala Show at the Congress
theatre presents Charlie Mag (Spain), Niels Duinker (Holland), Natalie and
Eli (Switzerland) and a host of other stars including Romany, Richard
Griffin, Steve Hewlett, Andrew Green and the Zoe Pennington Dancers all
introduced by Mel Mellers. Tickets are obtainable directly form the box
office 01323 412000 or
www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk. This is a rare
opportunity of seeing such a galaxy of stars of magic and variety under
one roof.
26.9.15
John
Carey lecture: London Society of Magicians, Davenport's Magic, London.
Daniel Young writes: London Society of Magicians are proud to host a
lecture by none other than John Carey. For those who don't know in the
past 5 years, John Carey has become internationally respected for his
streamlined creative card and close-up magic. With 6 RSVP Magic DVDs to
his name and his book Crafted with Carey to his name, John is in
constant demand for his lectures and workshops both home and abroad.
John's lecture will feature several powerful, practical and doable card
and coin routines, all streamlined with an audience in mind! The lecture
will be held at Davenport's Magic Studio in Charing Cross on Tuesday
October 13th. Doors open 6.30pm, and the lecture starts at 7pm. Price is
£12 for non-members (members free).
www.lsmmagic.magicandweb.com
www.davenportsmagic.co.uk.
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Chris
Wood lecture, The Pentacle Club, Cambridge.
Alan Maskell writes:
Chris Wood will be lecturing at The Pentacle Club, Cambridge, on Tuesday
29th September and visiting magicians are welcome. Doors open at 7.45pm.
Chris appears in, produces and plays host to a regular monthly show
featuring close-up magic at The Magic Circle and at his local theatre
venues. The following review from the Bexleyheath Magic Society sums up
his lecture: "...the wording on his website is 'Magic with Charm' and
that is exactly what this evening's event proved to be. No hype, no dealer dem, and no needless fillers. It was simply a
master-class in presentation and misdirection."
The Pentacle Club meet at St Laurence's School, Arbury Road, Cambridge
CB4 2JX (Map).
There is a £10 charge to non-members.
26.9.15
Sean
Goodman Secrets Lecture - Bolton Magicians Club and Forth Valley Magic
Circle dates. Sean Goodman has been a
professional magician for over 20 years and specialises in close-up
magic particularly for weddings, corporate events and private parties.
Last year Sean performed at 50
weddings across East Anglia. "Secrets" is a lecture which is full of
practical, workable material that Sean uses himself in his professional
repertoire - emphasis is placed on solid routining rather than
knuckle-busting sleights. There will be something for the pro and
amateur alike, with loads of close-up material, some stand-up mentalism
and applications for Sean’s Secret Servante (including the Jumbo version
which will be available at the lecture). A particular highlight will be
his section on wedding magic, with an emphasis on getting more wedding
bookings.
Bolton Magicians Club at 8.30pm on Wednesday 30th September at The Doffcocker Inn, Chorley Old Road, Bolton BL1 5QD (Map). Visiting magicians from other societies are most welcome. There will be an entrance fee of £5.00 for non-members. For directions to the Doffcocker Inn visit www.boltonmagic.co.uk or telephone Paul Goodman on 07889 676003.
Forth Valley Magic Circle at 7.30pm on Monday 5th October at the Station
Hotel, Larbert. Visiting magicians are welcome - £5 at the door. For
further information please visit
www.forthvalleymagic.co.uk or contact Ian Black
secretary@forthvalleymagic.co.uk.
26.9.15
Leamington
& Warwick Magic Society Dinner. Mark Traversoni writes: The
Leamington & Warwick Magic Society dinner takes place on Friday November
13th and features the brilliant Martin Daniels and Tony Rix. To be held
at Honiley Court, near Warwick. Four course meal and table magic.
Tickets £35 - junior members £25. For ticket reservations call Mick
07930 404346.
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John Carey
Nottingham Guild of Magicians lecture. Dean Grimshaw writes:
John Carey will be joining us at The Nottingham Guild of Magicians HQ on
Thursday October 1st lecturing on a wide range of very practical, powerful and
doable close-up card and coin material from his book, Crafted with
Carey. All magicians welcome, with an on the
door charge of £10. Visiting magicians must have evidence of membership to a
magical society or be vouched for and signed in by a current member.
Address is: Pond Hills Lane Community Centre, Pond Hills Lane, Arnold,
Nottingham NG5 8DR (Map)
www.thenottinghamguildofmagicians.co.uk/programme.
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Winchester
Magical Society remembers "Alan Shaxon - The Sophisticated Sorcerer".
Bob Yelland writes: On
Thursday 1st October at 8pm, Steve Short and Scott Penrose will present
the life and magic of one of magic's most respected performers. Steve
will relay details from Alan's life, influences, and performances
illustrated with photographs and video. From how Alan became interested
in magic through to his friendship with Robert Harbin. Scott will then
present and explain a number of Alan's signature effects, including the
classic aerial fishing, die-box and rabbit production, 'Confabulation'
and more. Visitors admitted for just £10. Please note our new venue at
Weeke Community Centre, Taplings Road, Winchester SO22 6HG (Map).
www.winchestermagic.com.
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Northern Magic Circle - Inter-Society Close-up Competition.
Rob Temple writes:
At next year's Northern Magic Circle Convention (9th-10th April, Harrogate),
there will be an Inter-Society Close-up Competition.
Any magical society in the North of England is welcome to submit the
winner of their own close-up magic competition to enter.
The winner will receive a trophy for themselves and another for their
society.
If your magic society would like to enter a competitor for the
competition, please contact Rob J. Temple via email:
closeup@northernmagiccircle.org.uk.
26.9.15
A Night with Kevin
Burke at The Nottingham Guild of Magicians. Dean Grimshaw writes:
The Nottingham Guild of Magicians is proud to present A Night with Kevin
Burke on Thursday October 15th.
Kevin, a member of The Magic Circle and the International Brotherhood
of Magicians, has been performing for over 30 years throughout the
country for clients such as: BBC, Warwick Castle, Nottingham Racecourse,
Lloyds TSB and many more.
He is bringing his energetic and truly wonderful act to the Charde for
one night only.
Tickets are £12.50 per person and include a buffet dinner.
Please contact Dawn May on 01159 304 892 or message us on
Facebook to book. Alternatively visit our website
www.thenottinghamguildofmagicians.co.uk.
Everybody is welcome: The Charde Oriental, 97 Melton Road, Tollerton, Nottingham NG12 4EN
(Map).
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Chris
Cross: Straight Outta Newcastle. Newcastle's Chris Cross was gigging
in Ireland last week at DJ Yella's Gig Backstage. Yella was one of the
five members of NWA, alongside Superstars: Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Eazy-E &
MC Ren. The current hit Movie ''Straight Outta Compton'' is all about
the five of them. Rather topical. He gave Newcastle's Favourite Magician
some Compton Love - From the Westside of California to the West End of
Newcastle! He loved Chris's tricks.
YouTube.
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Northamptonshire
Magicians Club proudly present A Golden Gala of Magic in aid of
Cynthia Spencer Hospice on Friday 2nd October at 7.45pm at the Royal
Theatre, Northampton. Tickets £16, Box office 01604 624811.
www.royalandderngate.co.uk. Six Magicians will be performing on
stage with others performing close-up magic in the foyer. This show is
being held in memory of John Goldsborough who sadly passed away last
year, who was a Committee member of NMC. David Miller, President.
26.9.15
Paul
Rae awarded Jocky Scott Trophy for Entertainment by members of the
Aberdeen Magical Society. The trophy was presented by president
Garry Seagraves after a close competition on Tuesday, September 22nd. To
fight off tough competition from four other local magicians, Paul
performed a unique routine in which he predicted the outcome of a
superheroic battle to pick up the trophy, which is awarded for pure
entertainment value. Paul said: “I am almost speechless. I really never
expected to win. I have been playing about with this idea for a while as
I wanted to create something that was interactive and fun with lots of
laughs.”
The Jocky Scott Trophy for Entertainment, named after a popular former
member of the society, is one of three annual competitions held by
Aberdeen Magical Society, and was first awarded in 1985. Judged by a
panel of magicians and invited members of the public, the award is given
to the competitor who – simply – is the most entertaining. Aberdeen
Magical Society was founded in 1926, and is one of the most active
magical societies in the country. With a membership ranging from full
time professionals to amateur hobbyists, all those with a genuine
interest in magic are welcome to join. Providing a warm and welcoming
environment for magicians in the north east of Scotland, Aberdeen
Magical Society is dedicated to developing the art of magic. In 2016,
the society will celebrate its 90th anniversary. For more information,
visit
www.aberdeenmagic.com or
www.facebook.com/aberdeenmagicalsociety.
26.9.15
United
Kingdom Escape Artists. Stuart Burrell writes: Following
on from last week, the United Kingdom Escape Artists group has now
completed its consultation and approved the changes to its Code of
Ethics. This will come into effect at midday on Saturday the 26th of
September 2015.
The United Kingdom Escape Artists group is a UK based society with a
remit to promote escapology and takes that position seriously.
Membership runs from April each year and application for new membership
is welcome at any time. Applications can be made via
www.ukea.webs.com.
26.9.15
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Have a great weekend - see you next week, Duncan.
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