Number
878 - 22nd April 2017
"DNA
leave the audience and Judges totally spooked. Auditions Week 1.
Britain’s Got Talent 2017"
YouTube • BGT viewers think they've got DNA mind-readers sussed
(but we're not so sure...)"
Click Here • "Britain's Got Talent viewers share their theories
about how mind-reading duo DNA changed T-shirts"
Click Here • Britain's Got Talent 2017, episode 1: Simon Cowell and
co. are back with a feelgood bang"
Click Here • "Britain's Got Talent 2016 winner Richard Jones: 'David
should have pressed his Golden Buzzer for Niels Harder'"
Click Here • "Britain's Got Talent 2016 winner on how he went from
gruelling army training to reading Amanda Holden's mind"
Click Here • "Bad magicians taking over BGT"
Click Here.
22.4.17
Issy
Simpson will make BGT history tonight by becoming the youngest ever magician to
appear on the show. Taught by her grandfather Russ Stevens, Issy looks set
to make quite an impact on the four BGT judges and audience at home... "Preview: Issy Simpson wows with her magic act!
Britain’s Got Talent 2017"
YouTube.
22.4.17
57th
Bristol Day of Magic - Sunday 7th May. Paul MacLeavy writes: Have you registered for the 57th Bristol Day of Magic?
There are only 9 days left to take advantage of the early bird offer for the
Bristol Day of Magic on Sunday 7th May in beautiful North Somerset. For just £35
you can partake in a full day of top class magic in our new modern venue, and
enjoy lectures, close-up performances, dealers, and an outstanding International
Gala show. Performers include Anson Lee from Taiwan, Andrew Green & Company,
Thom Peterson, Bertie Pearce, Jon Udry, Ben Nickless, John Carey, Rob James and
Callum Weaver. There will also be time to visit our 12 dealers, and enjoy a fish
and chip supper from our award-winning caterers.
Last year's convention was outstanding - this year we aim to be even better!
www.bristoldayofmagic.com.
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Mark
Bennett and Smoke & Mirrors present The House of Magicians, Sunil Singh and
Matthew Brady: Two of our House Magicians will have you entertained all night long! Even our previous guests have rated us Number 1 on TripAdvisor.
On entering Smoke & Mirrors you will be greeted by our in-house close-up
magician and our welcoming staff will
be on hand to look after your drink and food requirements.
At 7.15pm we will invite you to enter our 1920s style theatre seating just 48. It's cosy and the atmosphere is electric. Our theatre host will seat you at your
table and take your interval drinks order for you. Once we have seated all our guests the show starts at 8pm.
At 10pm when the show has finished you can either remain in the theatre to meet
the magicians and talk about what you have experienced or join the bar staff in
the main bar for Live Music.
We pride ourselves in offering full-blown entertainment from the moment you walk
through the door to the moment you leave.
Book now to avoid disappointment.
www.smokeandmirrorsbar.co.uk.
22.4.17
David
Copperfield
Golden Grolla Award Ceremony,
Thursday May 11th, at the Magic Congress in Saint-Vincent. In a
live link from Los Angeles
David Copperfiled will be awarded with the Golden Grolla and an interview and Q&A
session will follow. Details:
www.congressomagicodisaintvincent.com.
22.4.17
Northern
Magic & Variety - tonight at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House, Newcastle. Rob
temple writes: Tonight, the 'Northern Magic & Variety' show hits the stage of the Tyne Theatre
& Opera House in Newcastle at 7.30pm.
Join us for a night of world class magic, comedy and variety from some of the
UK’s top magicians, illusionists and variety acts!
Starring Chris Cross, Kennedy, Michael Jordan, Kieron Johnson, Lorenzo Carcione,
The Mimic Men, High Jinx and the Kathleen Davis Dancers!
Tickets are just £12 (£10 conc) and available from the Tyne Theatre box office
online:
www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk.
22.4.17
That
was then, this is now. Derren Brown, on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross from
20th December 2002. Watch this clip from
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with previous videos
Click Here.
Derren Brown: Secret previewed yesterday at Linda Gross Theater, 336 West
20th Street, New York: Be part of the startling world of mind-reading,
suggestion and psychological illusion at the hands of UK phenomenon, Derren
Brown. This spellbinding theatrical experience challenges us – in the most
jaw-dropping way – to take a closer look at the stories and beliefs that guide
our lives. In the UK, Derren Brown’s critically acclaimed shows have played sold
out runs in the West End and been awarded two Olivier Awards.
Click Here.
22.4.17
Secret
Cellar - London's hidden theatre of close-up magic.
Hidden in the heart of
London is a lair of mystery and deception. Descend the stairs to London's newest
venue for close-up magic, you will discover a world of intrigue and illusion. In
this exclusive and evocative setting get ready to come face to face with the
finest close-up magicians in the world. Performances last 1 hour. Strictly
limited to 40 seats. Please note due to the nature of the cellar there is no
wheelchair access. Opening Late March 2017. The Secret Cellar is located at:
Vaulty Towers, 34 Lower Marsh, London SE1 7RG (Map).
www.secretcellarlondon.com.
19th - 23rd April Dr. Houstoun's Conjuring
26th - 30th April Brendan Rodrigues: Intoxicated
10th - 14th May Elliot Bibby: Magic Man
24th - 28th May Billy Kidd: Copious
Bob Gill reviews 'Dr Houstoun’s Conjuring' this week, Click Here. 22.4.17
'Mark James: Sideshow Tricks' has just opened in Blackpool for the summer. Mark James has worked professionally for over a decade on land and at sea worldwide. He now brings his critically acclaimed show to The Festival Suite at Viva, Blackpool! Mark combines original comedy and magic with juggling, escapology and sideshow stunts to create a one-man variety show like no other. The show is fresh, original and always family friendly. In ‘Sideshow Tricks’ there’s something for the whole family. You’ll see Mark perform world class sleight of hand magic, escape from a straightjacket, eat fire, and even juggle mousetraps! The show promises to be hilarious, so whether you’re 5 or 105 grab your ticket, hold on to your hat and take your seat for a night you’ll never forget! Tickets via www.vivablackpool.com/event/mark-james-sideshow-tricks. 22.4.17
O(n)ver
the Shoulders. A magic lecture by Aljaž Šon in London on Wednesday
26th April.
International Magic have a new guest lecturer this month and are delighted to welcome
Aljaž Šon a.k.a. AllJazz. Aljaž Šon is a magic performer, creator and consultant, with over 10
years of professional experience.
In August 2011 Coin On Call, his first original magic routine, was
published in Magic Magazine's 'Talk About Tricks' column, written by
Joshua Jay. In the same month, he moved to Holland with his wife and two
sons.
In the last two years, his Magic career has been growing exponentially.
Coin On Call was released through Penguin Magic's P3 productions, in
July 2015, which attracted the attention of the Magic community.
In the summer of 2016, he was invited to be one of the faces of
Amsterdam Magic Show (AMS). He regularly performs close-up effects
there, before the shows, and entertains everyone with his phenomenal
magic and witty (sometimes cheeky) charm.
The lecture will consist of: A short performance and introduction;
original material from AllJazz; an in-depth
examination of some basic and advanced sleight of hand magic;
conversation about history vs. modern times; performing, practicing and
his personal creative process.
26th April at 7.30pm. Admission £15 per person (pay on
the door - but book your place in advance) Email
martin@internationalmagic.com.
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IBM Irish Ring 85 One Day Magic Convention - Dundalk, Co. Louth. Monday 1st May 2017 from 11am. Hosted by The Mystic Circle of Magicians this one day convention will feature lectures from Adrian Sullivan and Marc Paul, magic dealers, a three-course meal and an after dinner show. All for £50 payable on the day. Venue: Lisdoo, Newry Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth, Ireland. For more information contact Ruairi O Connor: ruairi@ruairioconnor.com or +353 87 4110243. 22.4.17
Unbelievable: An Evening of Magic & Illusion - Kings Theatre, Portsmouth, 19th May. From the producers: "Unbelievable" is a brand new magic show combining breathtaking illusions, mind bending mentalism, and jaw dropping sleight of hand magic! Have your world turned upside down and inside out by some of the most incredible magicians in the UK! Peter Wardell is without a doubt one of the UK’s most experienced professional magicians. He was the first person to win both the Close-up Magician of the Year and Stage Magician of the Year Awards at the Magic Circle. Marc Paul is a mind-reader and psychological magician. His skills are so refined that he was officially voted the “Best Mind-Reader” by his peers at the prestigious World Magic Awards in Los Angeles. Michael Fairall is one of the most in-demand professional close-up magicians in the country today. He has an infectious sense of humour and incredible comic timing. Amethyst are international illusionists Danny Hunt and Stephanie Clarke. Highly acclaimed as one of the UK’s top magic and illusion acts. Recently they created effects for the ITV drama Houdini and Doyle, BBC TV drama series ‘Sherlock’ and the BAFTA award-winning series ‘Help my Supply Teacher is Magic’. Friday 19th May at 7.30pm. For more info and to book visit www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk. 22.4.17
Magic at the Angles is back on Saturday 29th April. Multi-award winning
magician Richard Griffin will introduce The Mind Wangler Neil Henry,
international Juggler Ian Marchant, multi award-winning magician Richard Pinner
and FISM award-winner Marc Oberon. Shows at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets available
now from only £10.00 at
www.anglestheatre.co.uk. The Angles Theatre, Alexandra Road, Wisbech,
Cambridgeshire PE13 1HQ (Map).
22.4.17
New,
and available now from MagicWorld: Trespassing, Epic Writer,
Moroccan Wrist Restraint, Cipher Deck... watch the videos and find
out more at
www.magicworld.co.uk.
22.4.17
Morgan
& West Lecture - Cotswold Magical Society. Peter Kidd writes: On Wednesday 3rd May at 7.30pm, the Cotswold Magical Society is pleased to
welcome Mr Morgan and Mr West to The Hucclecote Community Centre. Magicians,
time-travellers and all-round spiffing chaps, Mr Rhys Morgan and Mr Robert West
present a lecture in two parts. Coding in the Pub teaches quick, easy, practical
and very fooling tricks for use out and about (and on stage if you so wish)
utilising two people. Even though most performers don't have a performing
partner, the lecture goes down extremely well, giving people ideas to take and
do in the real world. The lecture also covers other mentalism tricks, both for
two-person and solo performers.
This is followed by a discussion about character. Morgan & West is a character
act and always has been. Rhys and Rob talk extensively about how to create an
authentic character which connects with an audience. This is somewhat different
from the usual lecture fare and promises to be a very interesting topic for
discussion.
All welcome. £10 on the door to non-members. The Cotswold Magical Society, Thee
Hucclecote Community Centre, Hucclecote Road, Gloucester GL3 3RT (Map).
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Nicolas
Grimoire's "Creepy Carmarthen Tour" has just started its 2017 season and runs
every Wednesday night from now until mid-October. Walkers take a trip through
Carmarthen's 'horrible history' and meet murderers and their victims; visit the
sites of grisly executions; discover dark secrets from bygone days - and find
out where the ghosts walk! Walks end in the haunted cells of the town's
Victorian police station. This award-winning tour is given a unique magical
twist which includes unforgettable experiments in mind-reading and magic.
Suitable for all ages from 8 upwards but not - as they say - for those of a
nervous disposition. Tickets £7.50 (£5 for concessions). Family tickets £23.
Places are limited - booking recommended - please call 01267 231557.
www.creepycarmarthen.co.uk.
22.4.17
John
Archer Order of The Magi Lecture.
Geoffrey Newton PRO writes: John
Archer returns to The Order of The Magi next Tuesday 25th April to present
another lecture. This well-known performer is probably one of the most
successful comedy magicians of all time. He will have much to offer, bringing
his own presentation skills and angles that give the wow factor to the effects.
I last saw him at the South Tyneside event a few weeks ago, playing to a full
house and creating riotous laughter all the way. Come and see how he does it!
Usual venue in Manchester, see
www.orderofthemagi.org.uk for directions. Door
charge for non-members.
22.4.17
A
Jumbo Magic Auction - Manchester Circle of Magicians. From the organisers: A
Jumbo Magic Auction is being held by Manchester Circle of Magicians on Monday
24th April at Salford Masonic Hall, 41 The Crescent, Salford, Near Manchester M5
4PE (Map). Doors open at 5.30pm. Viewing from 6pm.
Auction commences at 6.30pm.
Star Auctioneer Derek Lever. Members are admitted free of charge. Non-members
pay £3.00.
Hundreds of items are being sold, many without reserve. Two vent dolls modelled
on Ant and Dec have been entered, along with many unusual items and complete
estates. Close-up, Mentalism, Videos, Books, DVDs, Kids Magic, Stage Magic etc.
will be available at bargain prices.
Details from Derek Lever:
d.lever1@sky.com.
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Harry
Robson Lecture now booking. Steve Gore writes: Here is a true UK star of
magic. Harry Robson is available to fill any gaps you may have in your
programme/schedule. Please contact Harry directly with any questions, and to
discuss fees and dates:
harry.robson1@btinternet.com. A laugh a minute with Harry Robson, Master
Magician and raconteur. Harry has lectured countless times over the past 15
years for numerous magic societies in both the UK and Europe. The lecture
consists of a performance and explanation, with a short break. At the end of the
evening Harry is happy to hold a workshop for half an hour with the members of
the society, so that people can put in to practice some of Harry’s effects.
Harry’s working commercial effects are for sale at the end of the evening.
www.harryrobsonmagic.co.uk.
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Thom
Peterson lectures for The Surrey Society of Magicians on Thursday 27th April.
Adam Mosley writes: Thom Peterson's funny, interactive lecture has been a hit
everywhere he's been. Thom has lectured in England, France, Belgium, Italy,
Portugal, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Israel, and
the USA. The things Thom lectures on are real-world, tried and tested routines
that he uses every day. No "pie-in-the-sky" tricks that only work on YouTube!
Thom teaches routines that are easy for all abilities, yet professional in their
method and routining. The often heard comment after one of Thom's lectures is,
"He obviously works using this stuff." “Now here is a guy that works! Funny
and quick-witted, he presented workable material that is easy to perform and has
been fine-tuned through thousands of performances. What more could you ask for?”
Doc Eason. 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.
22.4.17
Magician and escapologist, Matt Grindley, is supporting Cheshire’s
first annual Magic Competition at the award-winning Lion Salt Works Museum. On
Easter Monday he gave a free young magician’s workshop to a packed young
audience. The workshop was designed to teach youngsters a few magic tricks that
they can go away and practice and use to enter the first annual Magic
Competition to be held on May Bank Holiday Weekend (Sunday 30th April and Monday 1st
May). For more information about this competition, call the Lion Salt Works
Museum on 01606 275066.
22.4.17
"Tommy Cooper magic recreated on stage"
Click Here • ""15 Off-Broadway Shows Not to Miss April 14–May 1"
Click Here • "Derren Brown's Ghost Train at Thorpe Park has been
given an update"
Click Here • "At the Houdini Museum, in Scranton, Pa., indulge in a
different kind of escape"
Click Here • "Girl, 10, Accidentally Swallows Coin While Trying to
Imitate Criss Angel Magic Trick"
Click Here • "Teller and Aaron Posner to Create New Macbeth for
Chicago Shakespeare Theater"
Click Here • "Magic and mayhem from award winning duo Morgan & West"
Click Here • "Magician Hogg plans death-defying escapology stunt at
Portrush Harbour"
Click Here • "Winsford magician teaches youngsters some tricks for
first magic competition at Lion Salt Works"
Click Here • "A French presidential candidate is using his
‘hologram’ to reach more voters"
Click Here • "Enter to win Darcy Oake World Renowned Illusionist
tickets!"
Click Here • "Sparta Avenue Stage kicking off the season"
Click Here • "The architect of magic Drew Thomas materializes at
Spencer Theater"
Click Here • "Review: ‘The Magic Play’ at Olney Theatre Center"
Click Here • It's been another magic week, see you next week, Duncan.
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