Number
948 - 25th August 2018
Death
by Magic. DMC spent the last year on a journey visiting eight cities
across four continents to uncover the stories of magicians who died
performing the most dangerous stunts ever attempted. In 'Death by Magic'
he will share beautiful magic with those he meets, before recreating his
own epic-scale interpretations of those deadly stunts, in front of
terrified live audiences. The show is a cinematic blend of history,
international travel, magic and death-defying stunts. It is the
culmination of more than 20 years of dreaming, 10 years of planning and
more than 12 months' intensive work. Death by Magic launches 30th
November exclusively on Netflix.
www.dmcmagic.com.
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Entertainers'
Business and Marketing Conference - September 2018. From the
organisers: Now in its third year, we've put together yet another
fantastic lineup of some of the UK's most successful entertainers to
share their individual strategies for building their businesses and
making a living from entertaining people. At the conference, hypnotist
Robert Temple will be revealing 'The Hard Lessons' he learned from
producing his first national theatre tour, mentalist Dr Will Baldry will
be sharing how to get stuff done by Hacking Your Willpower, and Ken Dyne
will be giving a number of interactive workshop sessions which will give
you tools and strategies you can immediately implement to generate more
enquiries and book more of the exact gigs you want.
More details on the other presenters and their special presentations
will follow in the coming weeks. If you are a magician, mentalist,
juggler, clown at any level and want to grow your business, then this
one-day intensive conference will not only inspire you, but give you the
practical tools to get more of the gigs you want by using the exact
strategies other pro entertainers are enjoy great success with. Whether
you want to go part time, full time, do more gigs every week, or do
fewer gigs for higher fees, you are going to leave the day with
actionable steps of exactly what you should be doing right now.
Thistle Hotel, London
Heathrow, 10am - 8pm, Sunday 23rd September 2018.
More information and tickets:
www.mentalunderground.com/lp/conference.
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Read
My Mind Ltd is a new Mentalism company set up by award-wining Mindreader
& Mentalist Looch: Read My Mind Ltd has been set up with a singular
goal in mind, to provide performers the world over with the very best
Mentalism products and releases from Looch. Many of you already know
that Looch performs all over the UK and Europe at a wide range of
Corporate Events and Private Parties, but some don't realise that his
incredible products and ideas are available exclusively through his
company Read My Mind Ltd. This year alone, he has released a range of
fantastic products including 'The Score' and 'Blink', the latter already
being heralded as one of the top mentalists products of the year.
“Looch never ceases to amaze me, his effects are clear, methods
practical and end results are always winners. He works in the real world
and it shows from the quality of his work.” Marc Spelmann. Visit
www.readmymind.co.uk today!
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The
Magicians' Podcast - Edinburgh Fringe Special. A special episode recorded
during the 2018 Edinburgh Festival. Richard revisits six previous guests who are
all performing at the festival this year with their own shows. Featuring: Alan
Hudson (introduction), Piff The Magic Dragon, Ben Hart, Ben Hanlin, Harry De
Cruz, John Lenahan and Pete Firman. Listen to this Podcast
and catch up with previous ones at
magicianspodcast.podbean.com also see
www.facebook.com/MagiciansPodcast.
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The
MagicWeek Video Archive. This week, Dow & Pearson, aka 'Men In Coats', on
The Big Stage from 28th July 1999. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with past weeks and the occasional
'bonus' video
Click Here.
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"This
is undoubtedly the most unprofessional interview I've ever done! I've
loved it!" Jamie Allan. Stephen Williams Jr chats to iMagician,
Jamie Allan, in the latest episode of his podcast, The Magician
Experience. This episode is much more of a casual conversation rather
than an interview; with the pair discussing topics such as how to
prepare fish, dodgy car productions, Disney, having the most
"unrecognisable face in magic" and Tenyo. Stream online or find links
for all podcasts players at:
www.stephenwilliamsjr.com/magician-experience. Listen to all
episodes of The Magician Experience episodes at:
www.themagicianexperience.com.
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The
I.B.M. British Ring No.25 82nd Annual Convention 6th-9th September 2018
in Southport. From the organisers: Looking to purchase a new trick
or prop, visit the Dealers’ Hall at Southport. Dealers include Wayne
Dobson, Dark Arts Leathercraft, Brian Berry, Discount Magic, Adrian
Sullivan, Anthony Owen, Steve Short, Graham Lee, Aaron Calvert and Sam
Fitton. Remember the fun doesn’t end for delegates after each evening’s
show, magic and mayhem continue at Peaky Blinders on Lord Street for the
ever popular Late Night events. For further information on how to attend
the convention please contact the Registration Officer:
ibmbritishring25reg@gmail.com.
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The David Berglas Digital Scrapbooks.
In episode 17 David describes his much talked-about vanish of a Concert
Grand Piano, without cover, at a London dinner in front of 400 guests.
And now, after over 60 years he finally reveals the secrets of this
stunt. On Friday, 31st August (Episode 18) Davis talks about the London
Blitz in 1941, when the celebrated Café de Paris was hit by a bomb and
his favourite bandleader was killed. See
YouTube.
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Merlins
of Wakefield have a few places left for their Magic Auction on
Sunday 2nd September. There has been a lot of interest, but you must
book a place to attend,
Book Here. With the Bank Holiday on Monday, although Merlins will be
closed, you can still order online
www.merlinswakefield.com. As a special Bank Holiday offer, Merlins
will be giving anyone who spends £30 or more a free Magic DVD with their
order. The DVDs will be sent randomly from their stock. This offer is
online or in store and starts on Monday 27th August and ends on Friday
31st August 2018 - so get ordering (only 1 DVD per customer). Merlins
have recently purchased many rare and out of print books which you can
View Here. For further details, please get in touch with them 01924
339933. If you have any used magic you no longer require, they are
always interested in purchasing good quality items, email what you have
and they will make you an offer:
merlins@btconnect.com.
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M
Λ X I M I L I Λ N presents Trilogy. On Thursday Maximilian released
a new magic film called Trilogy. Trilogy is a short conceptualised film,
made up of three levels to construe Maximilian's 15 year obsession with
the art of magic. Level 1 - "Train the Body and the Mind", Level 2 -
"Mastering Flow" and Level 3 - "Open The Box". Watch Trilogy here,
YouTube.
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Peter
Turner lecture - Merlin Magical Society, Potters Bar. John Clayton
writes: On the 6th September the Merlin Magical Society are having a
lecture by Peter Turner. Peter’s unique style and thinking has earned
him the reputation as one of the most respected mentalists in the world.
His books and DVDs have established him as a market leader for producing
quality mentalism. He has consulted for stage and TV shows for many of
the biggest names in mentalism. He has entertained around the world and
when he appears at conventions he always draws large crowds, eager to
watch this legendary performer work. This lecture is being held at
Tilbury Hall, United Reformed Church, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar,
Hertfordshire EN6 1BZ (Map).
Lecture is from 8pm to 10pm. Doors open at 7.30pm. £10 entry for non
members. See:
www.merlinmagicalsociety.co.uk.
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Manchester
Circle of Magicians present a Jumbo Magic Auction on Monday 3rd
September. From the organisers: Magic and Bargains galore with 8
lots already entered including part of Bob Ostin's estate. The venue is
Salford Masonic Hall, 41 The Crescent, Salford, Near Manchester M5 4PE (Map).
Free for members but door charge of £3.00 for non-members. Doors open
5.30pm. Viewing commences at 6pm. Auction commences at 6.30pm. Star
Auctioneer Derek Lever.
www.manchestercircleofmagicians.co.uk.
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Stu-Di-Doo
lecture - Cotswold Magical Society. Peter Kidd writes: The Cotswold
Magical Society is pleased to welcome our star lecturer, Stu-Di-Doo, on
Wednesday 5th September. Stu is a full-time professional children's
entertainer based in Cumbria working throughout the UK and beyond, with
regular performances for clients such as Cadbury World and CenterParcs.
He will be giving us the Stu-di-dos and the Stu-di-don'ts of family
entertainment. Doors open 7.30pm, guests welcome (£10 on the door). The
Hucclecote Community Centre, Hucclecote Road, Gloucester GL3 3RT (Map).
www.cotswoldmagic.co.uk.
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Ian
Barradell's Tenyo lecture - York Society of Magicians. Justin
Siviter writes: Ian Barradell's collecting passion is Tenyo Magic. Most
of us possess or have possessed at least one trick from the Tenyo range.
If you have ever wondered where it all began and how the company
functions today, come along to Ian’s lecture at the York Society of
Magicians meeting on Wednesday 12th September 2018. Ian will demonstrate
some of the intricate workings of many these ingenious quality props
from his enormous collection. This is a night not to be missed as you
are sure to be impressed by the clever thinking that continues to go
into the magic of Tenyo. Ian’s collection includes many rare items. The
meeting will open at 7pm and the lecture will commence promptly at 8pm
at the York Society’s normal meeting venue: Red Lion Hotel,
Boroughbridge Road, Upper Poppleton, York YO26 6PR (Map).
www.yorksocietyofmagicians.co.uk. Telephone 01904 872315. Visiting members
of other societies are welcome - pay £10 on the night.
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Peterborough
Society of Magicians Annual Sale, Exchange & Lecture Day. Keith
Downs writes: The Peterborough Society of Magicians 30th Annual Sale,
Exchange & Lecture Day will take place on Sunday 14th October from 10am
to 5pm. Lectures from Ben Williams, John Morton and Steve Gore. It’s in
a fantastic new venue: The Fleet, Fleet Way, Fletton, Peterborough PE2
8DL (Map).
Admission £15 & £7.50 concessions (£13 and £6.50 if booked before 22nd
September). Tables £10 each. More details and registration form from
Keith Downs:
the220@btinternet.com phone 01778 343167 or download registration
form from
www.psmagicians.org.uk.
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Magicians
at the Half Moon - Bishop's Stortford, Friday 31st August. From the
organisers: The nights are drawing in and you fancy an evening of
Magical entertainment, right? Well, get yourself along to the Bishops
Stortford Football Club, Dunmow Road, Bishops Stortford, CM23 5RG (Map)
on Friday 31st August for an evening of awesomeness! Show producer and
compere Martin Cox has 2 fabulous magicians joining him: Kevin Goodwin
and Danny Lee Grew! This is going to be very, very entertaining and you
wouldn't want to miss it surely? Doors open at 7.30pm and the fun kicks
off at 8pm - finishing around 9.45pm. And the cost? Still just £10 per
person. For more information, check out
www.halfmoonmagic.co.uk.
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Gareth Foreman: An Evening of Class Magic. From the organisers: Following the sell-out success of his one man show 'An Evening of Class Magic', magician Gareth Foreman is returning to Brixham Theatre on September 7th. 'An Evening of Class Magic' wowed audiences as Gareth performed card and coin close-up magic and mentalism. "'I wanted to showcase magic created by my favourite performers," said Gareth. "I can only hope I have done their magic justice. The September show will be slightly different to the last so expect some surprises!" 'An Evening of Class Magic' at Brixham Theatre, September 7th 2018 at 7.30pm. Tickets £10 from www.brixhamtheatre.uk box office 01803 415987. Venue: Brixham Town Hall, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8TA (Map). www.garethforemanmagic.co.uk. 25.8.18
Potter
& Potter Auctions' August 25th Sale to offer remarkable selections
of Antique Magicana, including Books, Apparatus, Posters, Archives, and
Ephemera. Featuring memorabilia from the Hanlon Brothers and Howard
Thurston, two influential turn of last century acts that included
dramatic, theatrical, and groundbreaking illusions as part of their
performances.
The sale also includes 13 lots from the Bob Swadling collection that
will be sold to help cover the healthcare costs of Sebastian Midtvaage,
a young magician recovering from brain cancer. All items from this
upcoming sale will be on display and available for public preview on
Thursday, August 23rd and Friday, August 24th from 10am to 5pm in the
Potter & Potter facility. For more information, to see the lots and to
bid online visit
www.potterauctions.com.
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Knight Rider with Lance Burton. Deadly Knightshade. Drama series about a young man who fights for law and justice in an incredible supercar: the Knight Industries Two Thousand, or KITT. Michael suspects a magician of two murders, but he appears to have the perfect alibi. Starring: David Hasselhoff. See TV Magic. 25.8.18
Paul
Roberts lecture. Mike Sharples writes: When Paul visited the Order
of the Magi a short while ago, he had been very highly recommended. Our
members and guests were not disappointed. With a variety of routines
(not just cards which was great) to suit all skill levels and his own
take on the electric chair routine all presented in Paul's relaxed style
it made the lecture feel like you were spending the evening with an old
friend, but everyone went away saying that they had learnt something
from the lecture. If you are looking for a lecture that will get your
members hooked for a full evening and talked about for a lot longer,
then I thoroughly recommend Paul Roberts for your society. Mike
Sharples, Secretary/Treasurer Order of the Magi.
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