Number 858 - 3rd December 2016

Penn & Teller Live, UK tour 2017: Manchester, Glasgow, London. 10th - 25th June 2017. From the producers: Kings of Magic Penn & Teller are set to perform their classic magic tricks, unique brand of humour and audience participation for a mammoth five nights at the London Eventim Apollo next year. The Emmy award-winning TV stars are also best-selling authors and Las Vegas icons. Their Showtime series, ‘Penn & Teller: BS!’ was nominated for 16 Emmys. Recent ventures include ITV’s highly successful ‘Penn & Teller Fool Us!’ hosted by Jonathan Ross and ‘Penn & Teller Tell A Lie’ for the Discovery Channel. The shows will feature never before seen tricks in the UK. www.ticketmaster.co.uk. 3.12.16

The Royal Variety Performance 2016 with BGT winner Richard Jones. David Walliams hosts this year's Royal Variety Performance - in the presence of the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall - from the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith. Tonight's spectacular includes performances by Barry Gibb, Sting, Robbie Williams, Gary Barlow, Sheridan Smith, Emeli Sande, DNCE, OneRepublic, ABC, and this year's Britain's Got Talent winner Lance Corporal Richard Jones. The cast of the Beatles LOVE show by Cirque du Soleil are here from Las Vegas and there are also sneak previews from the casts of Gershwin's classic musical An American in Paris and Gary Barlow's The Girls. Show-stopping numbers are provided by Amber Riley, star of the musical Dreamgirls, and McFly's Tom Fletcher, who premieres his new book The Christmasaurus. Diversity return to the stage where they first auditioned for Britain's Got Talent and there is comedy from Joe Lycett, Alan Davies and Rob Beckett in a night of exceptional entertainment. 7.30pm on Tuesday 13th December on ITV. See TV Magic. 3.12.16

Champions of Magic, Nationwide UK tour 2017. From the producers: Following their debut run in London, in March and April, the UK’s leading band of mind-blowing illusionists and magicians take to the road for the fourth year running to once again perplex, astound and thrill audiences all over the country. From March 18th to April 22nd 2017, grand illusionists Young & Strange (ITV’s The Next Great Magician), master mind reader Alex McAleer, award-winning Queen of close-up Fay Presto, and ‘International Stage Magician of the Year’ Edward Hilsum will be performing incredible feats of mind-reading, stunning close-up, daring large-scale illusions and a death-defying, heart stopping finale. Official Trailer: Click Here. Tickets are now on sale for the dates below with more to be added:
18th March 2017 - Yeovil, Octagon Theatre – 01935 422884 - Tickets: Click Here
23rd March 2017 – Brecon, Theater Brycheiniog - 01874 611622 - Tickets: Click Here

24th March 2017 - Newbury, Corn Exchange – 0845 5218 218 - Tickets: Click Here
25th March 2017 - Colchester, Mercury Theatre – 01206 573948 - Tickets: Click Here
28th March 2017 - Hayes, Beck Theatre - Tickets – 020 8561 8371 - Click Here
29th March 2017 - Bromley, Churchill Theatre – 020 3285 6000 - Tickets: Click Here
30th March 2017 - Winchester, Theatre Royal – 01962 840440 - Tickets: Click Here
31st March 2017 - Kettering, Lighthouse Theatre – 01536 414141 - Tickets: Click Here
1st April 2017 - Harrogate, Royal Hall – 01423 502116 - Tickets: Click Here
2nd April 2017 - Basingstoke, Haymarket – 01256 844244 - Tickets: Click Here
3rd April 2017 - Kings Lynn, Corn Exchange – 01553 764864 - Tickets: Click Here
4th April 2017 - Swansea, Grand Theatre – 01792 475715 - Tickets: Click Here
5th April 2017 - Halifax, Victoria Theatre – 01422 351158 - Tickets: Click Here
6th April 2017 - Chesterfield, Pomegranate Theatre – 01246 345222 - Tickets: Click Here
7th April 2017 - St Albans, Alban Arena – 01727 844488 - Tickets: Click Here
8th April 2017 - Felixstowe, Spa Pavilion – 01394 284962 - Tickets: Click Here
9th April 2017 - Swindon, Wyvern Theatre – 01793 524481 - Tickets: Click Here
10th April 2017 - Leicester, Curve Theatre – 0116 242 3595 - Tickets: Click Here
12th April 2017 - Truro, Hall for Cornwall – 01872 262466 - Tickets: Click Here
13th April 2017 - Glenrothes, Rothes Hall – 01592 611101 - Tickets: Click Here
14th April 2017 - Durham, Gala Theatre – 03000 266600 - Tickets: Click Here
15th April 2017 - Grimsby, Audiotorium – 0300 300 0035 - Tickets: Click Here
16th April 2017 - Inverness, Eden Court – 01463 234234 - Tickets: Click Here
18th April 2017 - Dartford, Orchard Theatre – 01322 220000 - Tickets: Click Here
19th April 2017 - Dorking, Dorking Halls – 01306 881717 - Tickets: Click Here
22nd April 2017 - Hertford, Hertford Theatre – 01992 531500 - Tickets: Click Here. 3.12.16

David Blaine: Beyond Magic. From the makers: Following his critically acclaimed ratings smash David Blaine: Real or Magic, Blaine returns with his most revealing performance yet, which has been two years in the making. Blaine pulls the lid off his signature brand of street magic, sparking reactions that will leave audiences in awe and defy all expectations. Magic meets documentary in the one-hour special, as Blaine blows the minds of some of the most recognisable celebrities in the world, including David Beckham, Johnny Depp, Drake, Steph Curry, Dave Chappelle, John Travolta, Patrick Stewart, Emma Stone and Arnold Schwarzenegger, among others. Monday 12th December on Channel 4, see TV Magic. 3.12.16

Only 4 weeks to go to the MagicFest Christmas Special! Escape the cold and wrap yourself in magic with this two hour heart-warming mix of captivating performances from the UK’s top magicians and a special guest from France, plus a sprinkling of humour from host Kevin Quantum. Tuesday 27th-Friday 30th December, at 2pm and 7pm. Ages 5+. Venue: George Square Theatre, Edinburgh EH8 9LH (Map). To book: www.magicfest.co.uk. Also see: YouTube. 3.12.16

Conjuring at the Court – Children’s Christmas Magic Show. It’s the annual Children’s Christmas Magic show from the producers of Conjuring at the Court. Always a popular event so do book early! Terry Herbert is one of the top children’s entertainers in the UK. His act features magic, ventriloquism, and above all, fun! And Scott Penrose brings his amazing act to the show, classic visual magic that appeals to all ages. The show starts at 2.30pm on Thursday 29th December and will run to about 4pm with an interval. £7 children, £9 adults (16+). All children to be accompanied by an adult please. It’s in the lovely function room of the Drayton Court, 2 The Avenue, West Ealing, London W13 8PH (Map). Refreshments are available in the room. Seats are comfortable and all have a good view of the stage. Just 12 minutes from Central London: take the West Ealing train from Paddington and the pub is 2 minutes walk from the station. Tickets available at www.conjuringatthecourt.com. 3.12.16

South Tyneside International Magic Festival 2017. Steve Gore, talent booker for the festival writes: It is with huge excitement that the South Tyneside International Magic Festival can announce the second batch of star lecturers and performers for our convention next year.

Adam Wilber, Artisan, Artist and Pioneer (USA). These are traits that have made Adam one of the most sought after figures in his field today. Adam has become the GM of the most successful magic store of all time, ellusionist.com, and has gone on to create products such as Pyro, many other top selling tricks, decks of playing cards and illusions that are used by fellow magicians all over the world. This is Adam's first UK lecture!

R. Paul Wilson, (UK). R Paul Wilson is an author, actor, director, producer and of one of the world's foremost experts on the art of deception. Paul will show his movie 'Our Magic' and host a Q&A with some of the stars of the documentary afterwards.

Michael Murray (UK). Lecture. At the age of seven Michael traveled to Spain on holiday with his parents, and it was there that he witnessed close-up magic for the very first time; this was an event that would change the entire course of his life. At 16 Michael released his first commercial effect “Beyond ESP” which to date has sold in excess of fifteen thousand copies. In 2016 Michael released his first book “A Piece of My Mind” which was crowned book of the year by members of Magic Cafe. Michael is widely regarded as one of the most respected creators of both magic and mentalism, with countless releases in the pipeline his future looks very bright.

Simon Hannah (UK), Children's Show and Lecture. When it comes to professional magical entertainment Simon comes to you armed with over 25 years' experience, performing for some of the UK's top companies and entertainment establishments including Royal Household, Ministry of Defence, Butlins, Pontins and Haven.

Plus a Mystery Artist still to be announced. Other names previously announced are Asi Wind from New York, Rob Zabrecky from Los Angeles and Mahdi Gilbert from New York. (All acts announced subject to contract). Remember to pop the dates in your diary (17th -19th March 2017) or just pay now by calling Ian on 0191 424 7823. Any general questions call Karri on 0191 455 4031 or email karri.prinn@southtyneside.gov.uk. The cost for the convention remains at £65 and includes all 7 star lecturers, Q&A Sessions, a close-up gala, 2 amazing gala stage shows, 'Our Magic' movie, access to the dealers and our new 1 trick contest. 3.12.16

Scottish Young Magician of the Year competition 2017. From the organisers: SAMS are trying to promote / bring back a competition for young magicians. This competition was originally held in Edinburgh (by Edinburgh Magic Circle) for a number of years but has not featured for a long while. Our President is keen to resurrect it and have this competition take place during the SAMS convention in Montrose (5th - 7th May 2017) but obviously it is subject to getting sufficient entries. Entrants should be under 18 years of age on the date of the competition - 5th May 2017. It is open to any young magician who lives in Scotland and they do not have to be a member of a club which is affiliated to SAMS. If we are overwhelmed with entrants, then heats will be held in February (possibly in Glasgow). The closing date for entrants is 15th January 2017. Please contact Graeme Taylor (SAMS President) email emearg112@hotmail.com for more info on entering the competition. Kenny Kerr. 3.12.16

The Card Collection (cards4magic.co.uk) Book and DVD Sale! On now through to 10am, Monday 19th December. 25% discount on all DVDs and books at www.cards4magic.co.uk or call 01233 647878. Don't miss out! 3.12.16

The Young Magicians of Mann present 'Finale'. The Young Magicians of Mann, a club for 10 to 18 year olds on the Isle of Man, is to close at the end of 2016. The club, founded by Mike Clague AIMC in 1987, is to stage its last show on the afternoon of Sunday 4th December at 2pm at the Youth Arts Centre, Kensington Road, Douglas, Isle of Man IM1 3EG. Current members will perform, and will be joined by Juan Corrin and Lexi Watterson MMC. Tickets cost £7, and can be booked by leaving a message on 01624 878328. Facebook: Click Here. 3.12.16

Richard Jones in Sleeping Beauty opens on Friday at the Swansea Grand Theatre. Once upon a time in a land far away, the beautiful Princess Aurora is given a sixteenth birthday present by her evil godmother Carabosse. By pricking her finger on an enchanted spinning wheel she is placed under a cruel curse and forced to sleep for 100 years. Can true love survive and handsome Prince Charming break the spell? Can Aurora's hilarious best friend Muddles help save the town and who will outwit the evil Enchantress and foil her wicked plans? With magic, music, comedy and special effects, make Sleeping Beauty the pantomime of your dreams and book your tickets now: www.swansea.gov.uk/SleepingBeauty. 9th December 2016 - 8th January 2017. Swansea Grand Theatre, Singleton Street, Swansea SA1 3QJ (Map). 3.12.16

Christmas West End Magic. This December West End Magic will be presenting a series of special Christmas Magic Shows in London every Saturday and Sunday at the Museum of Comedy in Bloomsbury at 2pm and 4pm. The family friendly show features conjuring feats from Oliver Tabor, the magic and science of Oliver Meech; plus a different guest act for each show. These include Jon Allen, Megan Knowles-Bacon, Dee Riley, Wayne Trice and Dean Leavy, with more to be announced. Christmas West End Magic, 3rd-18th December 2016 at 2pm & 4pm at the Museum of Comedy, The Undercroft, St. George’s Church, Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2SR (Map). To book Click Here or call the Box Office 020 7734 2222. 3.12.16

Jack Carpenter Edinburgh Lecture, 6th December: The Nine of Diamonds group is proud to host underground legend Jack Carpenter for a lecture on Tuesday 6th December in the Police Club, 28 York Place, Edinburgh at 7.15pm. This is Jack's first time in Europe, so for many it will be the only chance to see him live. He has performed and invented card magic for over forty years, but came to the attention of card enthusiasts with the publication of Modus Operandi, written by Stephen Hobbs in 1992. This has been followed by a slew of books, DVDs and contributions to Apocalypse, Labyrinth, Magic and Genii. Tickets are £10, all welcome. Ian Kendall. 3.12.16

Geordie Film 'Purely Belter' set to celebrate 18th birthday. From the organisers: "A 'Purely Belter' night oot at the BOC!" Chris Cross the Magician has gathered fellow Geordie stars together to raise cash for a few local charities, whilst celebrating 18 years since the cult Geordie film, Purely Belter, was filmed on location in the North East. After the screening, they'll take to the stage for a bit of banter. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, anecdotes and a good laugh with some of our favourite Geordie faces! There'll be a unique Q&A's session too, where the audience can ask the stars questions about the Movie. Friday 3rd February 2017. For more info and to book visit www.bocnewcastle.org. "Purely Belter charity screening will feature Q&A with the cast including Tim Healy" Click Here. 3.12.16

The Mark Leveridge Magic E-Video Newsletter: The December edition of the online video presentation is now out as follows: The Teach In - a smooth card printing routine is performed and explained. Top Tips - a terrific idea to help you to capture your magical inspirations. It Could Only Happen Live - a story of car hire muddle in the US. Web Offer Bundle - save £10.00 on a bundle of two top quality videos. 60 Seconds To Success - how to cope with kids at an adult function. The Review Corner - a look at Felix Bodden's Cortana. There are two ways to gain access to the 28 minute online video presentation. Either you can buy this individual issue for a tiny sum as a one-off purchase, or you can take out a 1 year subscription which reduces the monthly cost even further! The E-Video Newsletter is always fun, informative and useful, so try it today by going to www.markleveridge.co.uk/evn.php. Prefer to receive every issue free? Then join E-Club Pro and receive every issue of the E-Video Newsletter as part of your membership, plus get access to all the main sections of previous Newsletters retrospectively in the Archive section of the E-Club Pro website pages. For more info about E-Club Pro go to www.markleveridge.co.uk/eclubpro.php. 3.12.16

Cell Escape – The Real Secret, David De-Val. "I extensively researched Houdini’s seemingly supernatural escapes, concentrating for a period on his remarkable jail cell escapes. Many authors have put forward theories. Believe me, none have even come close to the real secret! I personally visited the jail cells in England from which Houdini performed his escapes all those years ago. Their locations were drawn from contemporary newspaper accounts made by the reporters who actually witnessed the stunt being performed. And very detailed they are - most running into many column inches. After four years of almost weekly study, at last I had his closely guarded secret! I set about proving this by duplicating his naked cell escapes at every opportunity..." David De-Val. From the publishers: Here it is: Secrets, photographs, stories, news cuttings. A must for performers and collectors alike. Revised edition A4 book, 78 pages in black and white, and colour. Available via www.de-val-magic.co.uk  priced at £40. 3.12.16

The MagicWeek Video Archive. This week, 15 year old escapologist Tom Lyon in an impressive performance on Blue Peter from June 2001. See The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with past weeks and the occasional 'bonus' video Click Here. 3.12.16

Carl Royle's 'How I feed My Children!' lecture, now booking. After making a living from performing magic for the last fifteen years I'll share my approach to many of my highly commercial routines, straight from my working repertoire. The lecture includes the now famous Micro Cup and Ball Routine (The Gold Cup Con) magic with Cards, Coins, Elastic Bands, Business Cards, and fun mental magic including thoughts and work on using indexes. I'll also discuss my approach to adding humour to your magic routines and making effects more magical for your audience. Plus many stories from my time as a working pro and more. To book call 0161 799 7978 or 07946 339772. www.magicbycarl.co.uk. 3.12.16

A Christmas Magic Show at the British Library, Friday 9th December at 7pm and Saturday 10th December at 2pm and 5.30pm. A classic magic show for all the family featuring favourite tricks and illusions perfected in Victorian times but still just as baffling and surprising today. With the brilliant magician Romany, ventriloquist Dave Andrews and David Weeks of The Magic Circle. See more at: www.bl.uk/events/a-christmas-magic-show. Venue: Conference Centre, The British Library, 96 Euston Road, London NW1 2DB (Map). 3.12.16

Steve Price at the Arts Cafe, Walderslade, Kent. On Sunday 4th December at 6.30pm award winning magician Steve Price will be performing at the Arts Cafe, St William's Church, Walderslade, Kent ME5 9LR (Map). Prepare to be amazed and amused. Entry is free with a 'pay what you want' scheme in place. More info: www.southchatham.org. 3.12.16

The recent Mel Mellers Masterclass held in Essex on 24th November is reviewed by Wyn Jones this week: "There is a train of thought that puts a value to conventions, lectures and courses. That particular way of thinking subscribes to the belief that if you come away with one significant trick/routine/piece of information, it’s value for money. Well I came away with a completely new routine, plus the potential for another, and 2 major improvements for something I do already. More importantly, the tools and mindset to be able to sit down and formulate an original and funny take on anything I put in my act, rather than relying on the stock routine that comes with it that everyone else will be doing. So from me, the course gets a big extending thumbs up." To read the full review Click Here. 3.12.16

Presto is being repeated on Thursday 15th December on Sky Cinema. "A ravenous rabbit gives his magician master a lesson in pet care when he neglects to give him a hard-earned carrot." A Pixar short. See TV Magic. 3.12.16

Magic Exhibition opens at Moyse's Hall Museum, Bury St. Edmunds. From Saturday 3rd December, an exhibition of antique magic artifacts, from the collection of Marco Pusterla, will be on display at Moyse's Hall Museum, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. The exhibition covers three subjects: 'The Image of Magic', with a rich display of advertising material of magicians of the past, from posters, to photos, programmes and books, to the medal with the first known portrait of a magician. 'The Tools of Magic', being an eclectic collection of magic apparatus from the early 1800s, to modern times, with a strong number of Victorian and pre-Victorian objects and costumes, including one kindly loaned by Debbie McGee. Lastly, 'Chefalo, Italy's Greatest Magician', shows a number of unique props and photos from the career of this great illusionist. The exhibition will be open until 26th March 2017. See www.buryfreepress.co.uk and BBC Radio Suffolk: Click Here (from 1:23:23). "Moyse’s Hall is conjuring up a feast of magic" Click Here. 3.12.16

Manchester Circle of Magicians Annual Close Up Competition. Mike Hinde writes: Monday 5th December (at 7.30pm) sees the Manchester Circle of Magicians Annual Close Up Competition. A famous event with several (enormous!) trophies. Admission is free for anyone and everybody, so please come along to Helmsley House in Salford. There is free and secure car parking and an enormous screen for excellent viewing. What a great way to spend a Monday evening. Visit www.manchestercircleofmagicians.co.uk for more details and directions. 3.12.16

Magicians Advice Podcast. Join Phil Taylor and Ian Brennan as they discuss ways to manage a pocket full of props, Click Here. How much should you be packing into your pockets? How to keep gimmicks accessible and easy to find. What to consider when thinking about clothing. Thank you for downloading and listening. Your support means a huge amount to us. Please join us and the conversation on Facebook: facebook.com/groups/MagiciansAdvice. Find all the latest episodes on iTunes where you can subscribe and never be behind. Phil Taylor. 3.12.16

The Zodiac Magical Society Close-up Competition 2016. The winner of this year's competition was Steve Graham. There were six competitors, playing to a packed room; the standard was very high and the audience were thoroughly entertained. Five judges voted including one magical judge, Noel Qualter. Steve has been an active member of the society since 2009 and is also the president of the Home Counties Magical Society. The runners-up medal was awarded to Russell Levinson who has won this competition three times. Thank you to the other competitors for taking part: William Spencer, Marius Brill, John Eaton and Chris Hare. www.zodiacmagicalsociety.co.uk. Margaret Berger. 3.12.16

The Family Xmas Comedy Magic Show, London. From the organisers: Starring two magical acts: Foxy the Funky Genie and Amigo's Magic. Magic before your very eyes. One lucky person to be cut in half! Puppets, ventriloquism and lots of audience participation. A chance to meet Fluffy the Rabbit. Free Bunny Copter for all those attending. Tuesday 27th December at 2pm & 5pm. Doors open 30 minutes before show time. Tickets £8 per child, adults £10, family ticket of four £30. This sold out last year so please book early to avoid disappointment. The Ivy House, 40 Stuart Road, Nunhead, London SE15 3BE (Map): www.magicmindreadingandmayhem.co.uk. 3.12.16

Now You See Me is being repeated this evening on Channel 4. "Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Mark Ruffalo and Isla Fisher star in Louis Letterier's thriller. A year after being clandestinely brought together in New York, four conjurors - street magician J Daniel Atlas, mind-reader and hypnotist Merritt McKinney, escape artist Henley Reeves and sleight-of-hand artist Jack Wilder - are performing as The Four Horsemen in Las Vegas. Their initial show is impressive: a member of the audience is apparently instantly transported to their bank vault and invited to switch on a vacuum machine, which then showers the remainder of the audience in cash. It not only baffles the spectators, it also stumps the police when they discover that the 'robbery' was actually carried out for real. And, as the Horsemen brazenly build upon this first success with a series other inexplicable heists, FBI agent Dylan Rhodes and Interpol's Alma Dray are tasked with tracking the magicians down and finding the evidence to convict them. Director: Louis Leterrier. Magic inspired by David Copperfield. Head magic consultant: David Kwong. Magic consultants: Glen Ghirardi and Jonathan Levit. Special thanks: Chris Kenner, Homer Liwag." See TV Magic for details. 3.12.16

Andy Nyman, snapped here by Ghost Stories co-director Jeremy Dyson, on the last day of filming... yep, arguably the most important day in Andy's film career to date and what's he doing? Reading MagicWeek on his mobile. In 'Ghost Stories' arch sceptic Professor Phillip Goodman (Andy Nyman) embarks upon a terror filled quest, when he stumbles across a long lost file containing details of three cases of inexplicable 'hauntings'. This is the movie of the hit stage show Ghost Stories, written and directed by Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman. 3.12.16

"Debbie McGee and Frazer Hines return to Grand Opera House panto for Aladdin" Click Here • "An evening of comedy gold - just like that" Click Here • "'The Illusionists: Turn Of The Century' Mines History To Refresh The Allure Of Magic" Click Here • "Controversial mentalist offers reward for lost raven" Click Here • "Revealing A Magician’s Secret: Copperfield and Angel’s Audience Illusion" Click Here • "Daniel brings his ‘breathtaking’ Tommy Cooper performance to Crawley" Click Here • "‘Magicians: Life in the Impossible’: Film Review. Napa Valley 2016" Click Here • "Criss Angel’s Making Magic Happen In Las Vegas...10 Times A Week" Click Here • "Secret Life of Houdini Gets 10 Cloverfield Lane Director" Click Here • Many thanks as always for all your news items - always welcomed. See you next week, Duncan. 3.12.16

Steve Truglia. Very sad to report that magician and stuntman Steve Truglia died in a tragic accident whilst performing a stunt in Chongqing, China on November 17th. Steve Truglia's 'The Card Shark Show' opened in London on December 15th 2012 and was still running successfully. In this photo, taken in July 2013, Steve is seen combining his two passions: magic and a dangerous stunt. To read that original story Click Here.

"Wanstead James Bond stuntman Steve Truglia dies during 100m abseil race in China" www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk.

"Daredevil fell 300ft James Bond stuntman and SAS hero Steve Truglia killed in abseil race after plunging from a helicopter in China" www.thesun.co.uk.

Repatriation of Steve Truglia 'Go Fund Me' page: www.gofundme.com. 26.11.16

MagicWeek Links. A number of link icons and banners are available for website owners who'd like to add MagicWeek to their link page, Click Here. 26.11.16

"Perth fans flock to see Dynamo" Click Here • "Magician Dynamo mobbed by Perth fans" Click Here • "Magician Todd Landman Brought Subversion To Nottingham" Click Here • "North Finchley magician set to dazzle Hindu members at community centre" Click Here • "Skydive magician ‘couldn’t feel the tricks’ as sub-zero temperatures almost scuppered world record" Click Here • "Real-life Dumbledore to perform in magic show at KiMo" Click Here • "Illusionist Kevin James wants to make you feel things" Click Here • "Jamie Raven – The Lowry, Salford" Click Here • "DMC: Dunhill commercial 2016" YouTube • "Wolverhampton teacher leads double life as a magician" Click Here • "Magician helps facilitate epic Christmas proposal" Click Here • "British Library conjures up Victorian magic" Click Here • And finally "Kate Bush exclusive interview: 'I'm not sure you’re ever really happy with what you create'" Click Here [in which she recounts the time she pulled a magic trick on Paul Kieve] • That's it for another week, your UK magic news is always welcome, see you next week, Duncan. 26.11.16

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