Number
1007 - 12th October 2019
The
Amazing Johnathan Documentary - one night only Q&A with director Ben
Berman and Louis Theroux. Ahead of its nationwide UK release on 22nd
November 2019, Dogwoof have released a UK trailer for
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary. Benjamin Berman’s acclaimed
feature directorial debut starts as the story of The Amazing Johnathan,
an extraordinary magician who built a career out of shock and deception
in the 1980s, which transforms into a bizarre story about the
unravelling of the documentarian.
After Johnathan is diagnosed with a terminal heart condition and given
one year to live, he’s forced to retire his act. Cut to three years
later: Johnathan is not dead, much to everyone’s amazement, and
documentarian Ben Berman films the illusionist on an epic comeback tour.
But as their mutual journey kicks off, Johnathan drops a bombshell that
sends the film spiraling into uncertainty. Embracing this unforeseen
obstacle, Ben delves deeper to determine what is truth and what is
illusion. Built into the heart of this quick-witted and highly meta
story is an indelible commentary on the process and ethics of making a
documentary today. Issues of negotiation and access become the central
threads that reveal, and further cloud, our understanding of this
elusive protagonist. A one night only Q&A with director Ben Berman and
Louis Theroux will be broadcast in cinemas across the country on 19th
November 2019. Tickets available via:
www.tajdfilm.co.uk.
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An
Audience with Andy Nyman - Hosted by Jay Rayner. Monday 2nd December, London.
Join us for a special evening with Andy Nyman, discussing his career on stage,
in movies, as a writer and in magic. Andy Nyman is an award-winning actor,
director and writer who has earned acclaim from both critics and audiences for
his work in theatre, film and television. His West End credits include recently
playing Tevye in Trevor Nunn's revival of Fiddler on the Roof, Martin
McDonnagh's Hangman and Abigail's Party.
Andy's extensive film credits include The Commuter, Death at a Funeral, Kick-Ass 2 and most recently starring opposite Renee Zelwegger in Judy. Last year saw the release of the film version of Ghost Stories. Based on their play, the film was written and directed by Andy and Jeremy Dyson. Andy stars alongside Martin Freeman, Alex Lawther and Paul Whitehouse. The film has been hailed as the best British Horror Film for years and a modern horror classic. Andy's extensive television credits include: Hanna, Wanderlust, The Eichmann Show, Psychobitches, Campus, Crooked House and Dead Set, as well as his highly acclaimed performance as Winston Churchill in Peaky Blinders.
Andy will also talk about his extensive work with the world of magic, including
twenty years of writing and directing Derren Brown in his TV and theatre shows.
The event will be hosted by the award-winning restaurant critic and Masterchef
judge Jay Rayner. The renowned presenter of BBC Radio 4's, The Kitchen
Cabinet. There will be an opportunity for members of the audience to ask
questions to Andy directly as well as a chance for pictures and autographs.
(Guests can bring one personal item to be signed for free). There will be an
opportunity for you to purchase copies of Andy's books at the event. Tickets
will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis for what promises to be a
wonderful evening via
www.eventbrite.co.uk. 7pm on Monday 2nd December, at Fitzjohn's Primary
School, 86a Fitzjohn's Avenue, London NW3 6NP (Map).
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Mark
Elsdon's Creating Magic and Mystery Masterclass. Manchester City Centre,
Sunday 10th November. From the organisers: Learn how to incorporate the power of
story into your performances, to transform the thrill of astonishment into the
power of mystery. You will learn incredible new effects, plus the techniques,
hooks and subtleties that will take your performance to the next level -
guaranteed! Strictly limited availability. Price £45. 12 noon to 3pm on Sunday
10th November in Manchester. Book online at:
www.livemagicstudio.co.uk. Comes with 2 Bonuses: Bonus 1. Receive a digital
copy of the Masterclass when released, so that you can study the material at
your leisure. Bonus 2. Receive a full 90 minute new lecture packed with original
magic.
12.10.19
An
Evening with Richard Turner, subject of the award-winning film documentary
'Dealt'. From the organisers: Sixty-five year old Richard Turner is renowned
as the world's greatest card mechanic, yet he is completely blind. This is an
in-depth and intimate look at a complex character who will be performing live
and in conversation with his new show 'Living Off Jacks & Queens' for the first
time in the UK. This is his only UK date, live in London at the Shaw Theatre,
100-110 Euston Road, London NW1 2AJ (Map)
on Sunday 24th November 2019. Matinee and Evening performances. For more
information and to book
Click Here.
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Ben
Earl to lecture at The Magic Dealers Day next Saturday October 19th at the Park
Plaza Hotel, London. Ben will be performing and explaining some brand new
effects utilising his world renowned approaches to psychology and performance
techniques. The organisers say "His ideas will inspire you to look at both the
basics and your own magic in new ways - regardless of your ability or style. Ben
has only given a small handful of lectures in 2019, so don't miss this
opportunity to see his work." The Magic Dealers Day will be the first time he
has ever performed at a Magic Circle event, and tickets for the 1pm lecture will
be available only to Dealers Day attendees for just £5 (free for Young Magicians
Club Members). Pay on the day.
The Magic Dealers Day this year features over 30 stands from magic suppliers and organisations (including Equity, The Magic Circle and The International Brotherhood of Magicians), as well as a dedicated Magic Jam area to try out new purchases or relax with a drink. The Park Plaza Hotel is adjacent to Victoria station and the doors open at 10.30am. Entry to the event is free for members of The Magic Circle or the Young Magicians Club and just £10 for non-members. Pay on the door. More info: www.facebook.com. 12.10.19
Sean
Heydon, Chloe Louise Crawford and Colin Cloud replace acts at Festival. New
names have been added to the lineup of the South Tyneside International Magic
Festival this weekend. America’s Got Talent: The Champions favourite Colin Cloud
and Britain’s Got Talent star Chloé Louise Crawford performed in the gala show
on Friday, while Sean Heydon will take to the stage tonight.
The announcement comes after Spanish magician Maga Gisell and Britain’s Got
Talent winner Richard Jones have had to withdraw from the event due to
unforeseen circumstances. Sean, who has performed at a wide range of events and
venues, including casinos, conventions, weddings and aboard cruise ships, is
also well known as the co-host of The Wizard Product Review. For more
information visit
www.southtyneside.gov.uk/magicfestival.
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Richard
Jones: Escape 2020 Tour Dates announced, with more dates to be added over
the coming weeks. From the promoters: "Richard Jones was the winner of Britain's
Got Talent and is a British Army soldier as well as one of the world’s greatest
magicians in The Magic Circle. Having recently had audiences on Britain’s Got
Talent: The Champions completely captivated, Richard is extending his
sell-out tour of the UK earlier this year. Therefore due to popularity, new
dates in 2020 have been announced where the mesmerising Lance Corporal will
confirm exactly what made him the stand out act to win Britain’s top talent show
in 2016... And still the only magician to have won the show. After gasps of
emotion shown on the ITV1 programme, much of the audience this month were
reduced to tears when Richard paid tribute to his veteran mentor, Fergus Anckorn
– a fellow magician who died last year before his 100th birthday. On his
extended tour of Escape, Richard endeavours to break the boundaries of the mind
with his ‘magic with meaning’, debuting a further twist on some of his newest,
awe-inspiring magic. In heart-warming memory of Fergus, he will be recreating
some of his dear friend’s most incredible tricks too - some of which the
legendary soldier only ever taught Richard himself."
"Britain's Got Talent magician Richard Jones wows with baffling card trick" www.mirror.co.uk.
February 14th – Surrey – Camberley Theatre – 01276 707 600
February 28th – The Mansfield Palace Theatre – 01623 633 133
March 3rd – Chippenham – The Neeld Community & Arts Centre – 01249 446699
April 2nd – Hertford Theatre – 01992 531500
April 21st – Bristol – Redgrave Theatre – 0117 3157 800 Or 602
September 9th – Hertfordshire – The Radlett Centre – 01923 859 291
September 12th – Eastbourne – Royal Hippodrome Theatre – 01323 802020
www.richardjonesmagic.co.uk/tour-dates.
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The
New Mark Leveridge Club Lecture - now booking. Mark Leveridge is pleased to announce that he
is now taking bookings for 2020/21 for his brand new E-Club Pro - Live lecture
and writes: "Over the last few years I've been touring the magic club circuit presenting
a 'pure' lecture in which everything is properly performed and fully explained
with no associated product sales attached. This means that all the
magic included in the lecture uses either readily available apparatus or that
which can be
easily made up - the lecture is therefore not a thinly disguised dealer dem! The
latest version of the E-Club Pro - Live lecture for 2020/21 has completely
different content from previous versions and provides straightforward magic for
strolling, close-up, stand-up and mentalism." Everything has been taken from
Mark's online club E-Club Pro which means that the material has previously only
been seen by members. For further information interested clubs should either go
to www.markleveridge.co.uk/lectures or call Mark on 01392 490565. Photo
credit: Harry Mandel.
12.10.19
The
MagicWeek Video Archive. This week, Terry Herbert in a guest appearance on
The Paul Daniels Magic Show from 20th February, 1988. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with more from the Archive
Click Here.
12.10.19
The
Magic of Laurel and Hardy, a talk by Kevin Doig at Bexley Magic Society.
Wednesday 16th October. Kevin Doig is the chairman of Bexley Magic Society and
has been a fan of movie comic legends Laurel and Hardy for as long as he has
been into magic. And that’s a very long time! He is delighted to give his talk
on The Magic of Laurel and Hardy to Bexley Magic Society on 16th October. The
full evening talk was put together for the Zodiac Magic Club after their
president saw Kevin give two shorter presentations at The Magic Circle.
During the talk, which will be illustrated by clips from Laurel and Hardy films,
Kevin will show how innovations in comedy from these comedians are still an
influence on magicians today; will show some very rarely seen footage from a
foreign language Laurel and Hardy film including the full act of a star magician
at that time; talk about what is known as Stan Laurel’s “white magic”; show
parts of a movie in which a famous American magician was billed as their
co-star; show the boys using a magic prop widely available from magic dealers;
Laurel and Hardy performing a cod magic act in a Hollywood Revue and, in the
grand finale, talk about how a Laurel and Hardy movie probably influenced one of
today’s greatest and best tricks used by hundreds of magicians to this day.
Zodiac told Kevin it was one of the most interesting talks they have seen.
Equity Variety Branch told Kevin it was in the top two of all the talks they
have had (beaten only by an entire talk presented by puppets!). Kevin hopes you
will all want to be there! Visiting magicians welcome. Entrance fee £10 on the
night. See
www.bexleymagic.org.uk for details.
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I
Draw Clouds. A Magic Show by Neil Kelso. A magician's ideas escape from his
notebook. Reality starts to unravel around him. Prepare yourself for bizarre,
surreal, and unforgettable moments of mystery in this musical magical show by
Neil Kelso. Wherever Neil goes, strange and unexpected things happen. "An
incredible stage presence." Broadway Baby. "Astonishing! One of Britain's
Ten Best Cabaret Stars." Bored Panda. "He invariably has the crowd eating
out of his hand." On In London. "Hilariously charismatic." Loverboy
Magazine. Wednesday 16th October at 6.30pm at The Broadgate Theatre at Theatre
Deli, London. See:
www.idrawclouds.eventbrite.co.uk.
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"With
the Rizos Again" - Bath Circle of Magicians, Thursday October 24th.
Roger Nicot writes: 'With the Rizos Again' is a unique and original lecture in
which you will discover some of the best tricks created by Ferràn Rizo; tricks
taken from his artistic repertoire. Magic that has been tested on real audiences
and improved upon over the years. Secrets with cards and coins that haven't been
published or revealed to date. Also, you will discover 'Relaxed Tricks'; magical
effects without manipulation but with strong impact. As well as the lecture
you'll see choreographer, dancer and magician Nataly perform. Don't miss this
opportunity to enjoy a fantastic lecture. £15 for visiting magicians. Thursday,
October 24th at 8pm. Bath Circle of Magicians, St Mary's Church, Queen Square,
Saltford, Bristol BS31 3EL (Map)
www.bathcircleofmagicians.co.uk. Also see
www.ferranrizo.com.
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Merlins
of Wakefield. Merlins of Wakefield write: Our new 20 page Preview Catalogue
for October/November is now available with the latest
Magic Wagon,
Tenyo
and
3D Magic Works products. There are also pages of
used magic,
books
and
special offers. Just email your address and we will post a copy out to you
free! We will be attending The Magic Circle Dealers Day next Saturday 19th
October in London, so if you would like anything taking to save on postage, get
in touch. Tel 01924 339933 or email
merlins@btconnect.com
www.merlinswakefield.com.
12.10.19
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reap the benefits? Go to
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12.10.19
Interviews
with Brendan Rodrigues... 'Magic of the Mind! Brendan Rodrigues in
conversation with Dr. Hugo Caffaratti' is the latest video from Brendan Rodrigues
on his YouTube channel 'Brendan.MagicTV' with new content being added every few
days. Click
Here to see the latest.
12.10.19
Something
Strange at the Grange (Halloween Magic). HCMS write: Home Counties Magical
Society present An Evening of Halloween Magic, Mystery, Entertainment, Music and
Dance at the Masquerade Ball on Saturday 26th October at 8pm. Hot Buffet
provided (cash bar). Dress Code: Masked Ball Smart Casual (this is not a Fright
Night). Saturday 26th October at 8pm. Over 18s only. £25 per person.
All profits to HCMS. Venue: (near Reading) Full RG2 location will be given on
purchase of your ticket. Website:
www.hcms.org.uk.
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The
Ferràn Rizo Lecture - Northamptonshire Magicians' Club. The Amazing,
flamboyant and highly entertaining Ferràn Rizo has performed all over Europe and
lectured in the best Magic Clubs in the world. This is a night not to be missed.
Tuesday 15th October at 8pm at The Northamptonshire Magicians' Club, Brafield on
the Green Working Men's Club, 35 Bedford Road, Brafield on the Green,
Northampton NN7 1BD (Map).
www.northamptonshiremagicians.uk. Visiting magicians welcome, £10
door charge. Mark Paul MMC, Secretary, The Northamptonshire Magicians Club.
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