Number 817 - 20th February 2016
Paul
Daniels 'diagnosed with incurable brain tumour'. Dreadful news to report.
Paul Daniels, 77, has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, his family announced
today. His manager said all his future shows have been cancelled. In a
statement, he said: "We can confirm that one of our greatest magicians and
entertainers of all time, Paul Daniels, has sadly been diagnosed with an
incurable brain tumour. On behalf of Paul, Debbie and their families, we thank
you for your kind concerns and support at this sad time and ask that their
privacy continues to be respected. There will be no further comments at this
time."
20.2.16
Brendan
Rodrigues, the new Magic Circle Close-up Magician of the Year dazzled on
Wednesday's edition of The One Show on BBC 1. Adam Hills, Michael Sheen,
Anita Rani and Matt Baker were completely enchanted by his magic (that I raved
about just a few weeks ago following his win in issue
814!). UK readers can
watch this performance on iPlayer for the next few weeks. Brendan appears at the
top of the show, and then again for a full spot at 44' 45"
Click Here DT.
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John
Carney Manchester Workshop Session. Martin Allcock writes: From Los Angeles
to Manchester via South Shields. Master Magician John Carney is coming to
Manchester for a one-off exclusive workshop session. John Carney is widely
acknowledged by his peers as one of the finest sleight of hand performers in the
world, with awards and accolades worldwide. Hollywood's Magic Castle have
awarded Carney more awards than anyone in their history, as well as the Academy
of Magical Arts prestigious Performing Masters Fellowship. Television
appearances include Late Show with David Letterman and the Jerry Seinfeld HBO
Special. He has performed in theatres throughout the world, as well as casinos
in Atlantic City, Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas.
John often incorporates different characters, from
silly to sentimental, into his performances, creating a complete theatrical
experience. He is a tireless creator of original material, and has shared many
of his ideas, techniques and presentations in several books and instructional
videos of advanced sleight of hand. He has lectured extensively throughout the
world, and his books Magic by Design, Carneycopia, and The Book of Secrets are
considered modern classics in instruction of the art form.
This is a rare opportunity for you to pick the brains of one of magic's greatest
sleight of hand practitioners in a friendly and supportive environment. Got a
routine you're working on or a sleight you're struggling with? This is your
opportunity to ask specific questions, get coaching on your performance, and
learn strategies for personal advancement. The workshop will be held from 6pm on
Tuesday 15th March in Salford (very close to the MCM HQ) and will last for
around 4 hours. The cost is £60 per person. Places are strictly limited to a
maximum of 14 people. Contact Martin Allcock:
martin@magical-entertainment.co.uk 07880 380984.
20.2.16
The
Cabaret Club at the Red Brick Barn. From the organisers: A
new regular night for 2016 at the Red Brick Barn presenting a different array of
top London acts delivering the best in music, variety and comedy. Featuring the
hilarious and deadly skills of the Card Ninja, top UK burlesque dancer Isabella
Bliss, acrobatic daredevil AJ James, music from A & J Connection, dance troupe
Delusion and the multi-award winning magic of Oliver Tabor. All held together by
your 'ever so slightly camp' host, Mystic Mick. Suitable for over 16s, ticket
price includes free drink on arrival. Tickets £15. Ticketline 01702 543242.
Saturday 27th February at 8pm at The Barn, Tabors Farm, Shopland Road, Rochford,
Essex SS4 1LH (Map).
www.magicatthebarn.co.uk.
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Focus
Events and show, Hertfordshire. This is your last chance to snap up one of
the last remaining tickets and spend quality time in an intimate group with the
world’s leading magic teachers: Jeff McBride, Lawrence Hass and Eugene Burger.
Focus events take place in Hertfordshire specialising in Stage, Parlour,
Bizarre, Mentalism and Story-telling and include lunch, refreshments, live shows
and hands-on workshops... Plus a free MasterKey package unlocking over
£300 worth of online magic lessons and more. Can you afford not to be there?
Only 5 places remain for
Saturday 27th February Focus on Stage & Parlour Magic and just 4 places for
Sunday 28th February Focus on Bizarre, Mentalism & Storytelling. The only
time all three teachers are performing together outside of the Blackpool
Convention - with new material not being shown elsewhere. Tickets for full day
event £90 (plus booking fee). It’s an old magic cliché but true… the last few
tickets will shortly disappear! And
Masters of
Magic, the public show featuring all three magicians has only 20 seats
remaining. This ticket is included as part of the price for Saturday's Focus
event, but can be purchased separately
Click Here.
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Roy
Davenport lectures at The Surrey Society of Magicians on 25th February. Roy
Davenport is a fourth generation magician and a member of The Inner Magic
Circle. His many awards include World Jr. Magic Champion in 1988 and 3rd place
in manipulation at the World Magic Championships (FISM) in Dresden in 1997. The
first British success for 36 years. Roy trained at Mountview Theatre School and
his extensive performance experience includes theatres all over the world from
the Cirque Magique D'Alsace in Strasbourg to It's Magic in Los Angeles, the Hansa
Theatre in Hamburg, and the Magic Castle in Hollywood. Roy is also often called
upon as technical advisor for many television programmes. Members are free and
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.
20.2.16
The
Magicians' Podcast this week features Derek Lever, organiser of the world's
largest magic convention which is on this weekend in Blackpool. Listen
to this podcast and catch up with previous editions at
magicianspodcast.podbean.com. Also see
www.facebook.com/MagiciansPodcast.
20.2.16
Aladdin
The New Broadway Musical opens in May at the Prince Edward Theatre in London's
West End. Brought to theatrical life by a legendary creative team, Disney's
new Broadway musical Aladdin will sweep you into a world filled with beauty,
comedy and breath-taking spectacle. Directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw
(The Book of Mormon) with music by Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast), Aladdin
features lyrics by Howard Ashman (Beauty and the Beast), Tim Rice (The Lion
King) and Chad Beguelin (Elf), who also wrote the book. Featuring the timeless
songs from the classic film including A Whole New World, Friend Like Me and
Arabian Nights along with new music written for the production, Aladdin is an
extraordinary theatrical event you will want to be amongst the first to
experience. (Featuring the best flying carpet in the business, from Jim
Steinmeyer!) See
YouTube.
Prince Edward Theatre, Old Compton Street, London W1.
20.2.16
Take
Me Out. "King of dating Paddy McGuinness returns for the seventh series of the
smash hit programme where 30 single girls battle it out for a dream date
on the Isle of Fernandos. This time, the love lift delivers gamekeeper
Ash from East Sussex, school bus driver Scott from Newcastle, magician
Steve from Somerset and student Craig from Leamington Spa." (This
is a repeat). Monday 22nd February - see
TV Magic.
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The
Magic and Mystery School hits Manchester. From the organisers: On Monday
22nd February 'The Magic and Mystery School' hits Manchester with Larry Hass,
Eugene Burger and Jeff McBride. As part of the 25 year Anniversary Celebration
of the Magic and Mystery School three of the most influential magicians on earth
present a lecture/workshop. They will be fresh from Blackpool. Usual details
from
www.manchestercircleofmagicians.co.uk.
20.2.16
Dynamo: Magician
Impossible is being repeated on Saturday nights on BBC1 "The acclaimed magician Dynamo
travels the world, dazzling those he meets with his illusions." See
TV Magic.
20.2.16
Life
of Illusion starring Ed Masters - now touring Ireland. "Ed Masters,
Ireland’s biggest illusionist, is taking his jaw-dropping new show 'Life of
Illusion' on tour in the emerald island. Juxtaposing traditional sleight of hand
magic and big box illusions with mind-boggling predictions and cutting edge
escape stunts, this family-friendly show is bound to thrill and amaze audiences
of all ages!"
February dates:
Limerick Millennium Theatre Saturday 20th
Carlow G B Shaw Theatre Sunday 21st
Ratoath Venue Theatre Saturday 27th
Mullingar Arts Centre Sunday 28th
March dates:
Longford Backstage Theatre Saturday 12th
Dundalk An Tain Arts Centre Sunday 13th
Dundrum Mill Theatre Saturday 19th
Waterford Theatre Royal Sunday 20th
Also see www.edmastersmagic.com. 20.2.16
Andy
James wins 'Weddings Online' Entertainer of the Year 2016 at Ireland's most
prestigious Event Awards evening on Monday night in Dublin. Andy performed at
over 70 weddings last year and his work with Sir Richard Branson in the National
TV #HereComesTheMagic Virgin Media campaign clinched it for him.
www.weddingsonline.ie www.ajmagic.com.
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Steve
Short's Supreme Magic lecture, the Pentacle Club Cambridge. Alan
Maskell writes: Packs flat and plays big! On Tuesday 1st March the Pentacle Club
hosts Steve Short with his illustrated lecture on the history and magic of the
one time major force in the magic world, the Supreme Magic Company - the Devon
dealers who sold magic to the world..... The lecture starts at 8pm and doors
open at 7.30pm, visiting magicians are welcome, (£5 charge for non-members), and
we meet at Pentacle Club, St Andrew's Church Centre, Cherry Hinton, Cambridge
CB1 9LR (Map).
www.pentacleclub.com.
20.2.16
Northern
Magic Circle Convention update. From the organisers: 'Two Minds Combined'
have been added to the list of great performers at the Northern Magic Circle
convention in Harrogate on the 9th and 10th of April, along with Oliver Tabor,
Morgan & West, The Magic Circle's Young Magicians of the Year Destiny, Andi
Gladwin, Paul Stone and Luke Jermay. There will be some great lectures, a
fantastic Children's Show and Gala Show, as well as an additional pay to view
event with limited numbers from Morgan & West and Luke Jermay. For more
information please visit the Northern Magic Circle website or facebook page.
Convention prices are £55 for members £65 non members. Tickets can be booked
online at
www.northernmagiccircle.org.uk. More acts to be announced soon!
20.2.16
Magic
Touch KickStarter project: "We have been adapting, performing and teaching
magic to visually impaired and disabled people since 2003. We perform free shows
up and down the country to various schools and disability groups. Enabling
access to a world of magic which they may have never experienced before. Our
work has become in such demand that we are in desperate need of expansion and
new equipment. This new KickStarter project will hopefully provide this plus
allow several of our guys to attend magic conventions with support and
interpreters." Visit
www.kickstarter.com for full details.
20.2.16
Masters
of Magic Convention, More names announced. 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th May 2016, Saint-Vincent,
see
www.mastersofmagic.eu.
20.2.16
Legends of Stand-Up and Bernard Righton.
John Thomson - in character as Bernard Righton - presents archive
stand-up footage in a fantasy comedy bill that includes classic
performances by Tommy Cooper, Les Dawson and a young Woody Allen.
Saturday 27th February on Gold. See
TV Magic.
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Tom
Mullica. One of magic's true originals sadly died on February 18th. He was
67 years old. "Comedian and Comedy Club owner Tom Mullica performs some crazy
tricks on this classic 1985 David Letterman show. He performed at over 3,000
sold-out shows during his eleven year run at the famed Tom-Foolery Magic Bar
Theatre (1976-1987) in Atlanta, Georgia."
YouTube.
Tom Mullica Wikipedia,
Click Here.
20.2.16
"Derren Brown: Miracle – Milton Keynes Theatre"
Click Here • "Review: Derren Brown's show Miracle at Milton Keynes
Theatre"
Click Here • "Magical night is in store at festival"
Click Here • "Morecambe magician’s Peter Kay link"
Click Here • "Bride 'gobsmacked' by celebrity-packed wedding day
video"
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"Morgan and West will magic up a treat for rural Dorset"
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"Piff the Magic Dragon brings his deadpan comedy to Sarasota"
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"Orlando Shakespeare Theater to Offer Pre-Show Magic Lesson from
Magician Kostya Kimlat, 3/25"
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The Richard Griffin Lecture - Cruise Ship Magic! is reviewed by Steve
Majes this week,
Click Here • "Penn Jillete: ‘If you liked rock ‘n’ roll in 1971, you have to love
video games today’"
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"Watch the Maidenhead magician who stunned Floyd Mayweather Jr."
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"Magician from Moscow"
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"Watch the magic - Former Huddersfield student becomes a professional
magician"
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"Irish TV to air interview with local Magician, Rodd Hogg"
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"Magician impossible: Dynamo to perform in Newcastle"
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"Schoolboy magician raises hundreds for charity in York"
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"Dynamo: A show that has to be seen to be believed at the Metro Radio
Arena"
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And finally, "7 Street Magic Spoof Videos That I Still Laugh At"
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That's it for another week, many thanks for all your news submissions -
always welcomed, see you next week, Duncan.
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