Number
1070 - Saturday 26th December 2020
Pure
Magic - out now on iPlayer. Magicians Colin Cloud, Katherine Mills, Magical
Bones and Ben Hart present a series of jaw-dropping illusions and
dazzling acts of mentalism in four different
Scottish locations: The Forth Bridge; Blackness Castle; Edinburgh's
Botanic Gardens and Dynamic Earth, before coming together at the end to
stage a show to an audience of four hundred at Glasgow's
Fruitmarket. See
iPlayer (first shown on 23rd December on BBC One Scotland).
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Ben
Hart: Wonder 2021 Tour. Lee Martin for Gag Reflex presents Ben Hart:
Wonder 2021. Britain’s Got Talent 2019 finalist, West End star and multi
award-winning magician. Expect his most mind-blowing and exciting magic in a
show that shines a light on magic, life, the universe and the darkest corners of
your imaginations. With the simplest of props, using the objects and minds of
the audience, Ben Hart conjures an altogether new kind of magic. February - July
2021. See
www.benhartmagic.com for venues, dates and updates.
26.12.20
The
MagicWeek Video Archive - Christmas 1989! This week, Fay Presto on The James
Whale Radio Show's Christmas Party, alongside Mick Miller, Bernard Manning and
Linda Nolan, on 15th December, 1989. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
26.12.20
Noel Britten Talking Shtick with Mark James. Noel's award-winning comedy (Winner: Hackney Empire New Act of the Year 1996 and Ha Bloody Ha New Act of the Year 1996) earned him a solid reputation for comedy excellence... now he's the President of The Magic Circle. Talking Bizarre Bath, Comedy, The Act, The Escape Room and more: Podbean. 26.12.20
Virtually
Impossible. Tired of not being able to go out for entertainment? Let us
bring the show to you. Join Tony Middleton 'Sonic', headliner of The Magic
Hour, for a fun, interactive, magic experience. Streaming live from the
historic Sheraton Grand Park Lane in London in 4K/Ultra HD, you will experience
Victorian illusions, mind-reading, and sleight of hand demonstrations that will
blow your mind. Yes that's right - even across the internet impossible things
will occur. And when the magic involves you directly at home, you'll wonder if
it's real witchcraft, or simply... virtually impossible! What's more, you'll get
a sneak peek into the private areas of this iconic Art Deco hotel - which the
public rarely gets to see. Now that's a treat for all the family. Various dates,
7.30pm, 1 hour, Suitable for families, Tickets: £20 per household. Book now:
www.magichourshow.com/virtually-impossible.
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The magic of...podcast with Paul Roffman. Creative discussions with creative people. From actors and writers to magicians, keynote speakers and behavioural experts. This week R Paul Wilson talking magic, directing, writing and presenting. On Apple podcasts: www.podcasts.apple.com and Spotify www.spotify.com and watch clips on YouTube. 26.12.20
Magicians Advice Podcast. Hosted by Phil Taylor and Ian Brennan, it's the Magicians' Advice Christmas Special. Podbean. 26.12.20
Blackpool
Magicians' Club Christmas Greetings. The President, committee and members of
Blackpool Magicians' Club send everyone related to our industry the very best
wishes over the festive season and coming new year. Thank you for all your
continued support.
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It's
amazing what you find in the Davenport Collection. Not only magic, but
novelties, jokes and unusual vent heads. To find out what this vent face is
smiling about,
Click Here. The website
www.davenportcollection.co.uk also includes talks and articles from well
known magic historians and collectors. Have a look, and if you'd also like to
receive the quarterly e-news, contact the curator via the website and ask to be
added to the distribution.
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Merry
Christmas from CollectingMagicBooks.com. As a special seasonal offer we are
giving away book vouchers! You will receive a £10 voucher when you spend over
£75 or a £5 voucher when you spend over £50. The offer's valid until midnight
New Year's Eve.
www.collectingmagicbooks.com.
26.12.20
Deluxe
Wooden Ball Vase with Genuine Billiard Ball - Merlins Prestige Range. This
classic of magic is beautifully made from choice hardwoods and uses a genuine 2"
red snooker ball. Classic Ball Vases sell for many hundreds of pounds when they
can be found. You can perform all the moves associated with this classic effect,
vanishes, appearances and transformations. Made by our own local craftsman here
in the UK out of a single piece of hardwood. See
www.merlinswakefield.co.uk.
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Broke
- Mark Leveridge Magic. Blow your audience away with this terrific coin
routine. Three coins are tipped from a purse; one at a time, they are picked up
and simply melt away! Once all three coins have vanished the purse is picked up
again and the three coins are discovered to be back inside! This great routine
is available either as a TricKlip Video Download if you learn best from video,
or if you prefer written directions, then please select the E-Routine Download
order button which will deliver the instructions via a PDF text file. See
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
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Boulevard
54 by Bazar de Magia - Zane's Magic Shop. The Magician takes a wine glass,
puts it on top of a book (supplied). After a few seconds, the glass on top
breaks into pieces! Reputation making effect. Incredible stuff! 100% reliable!
Easy to perform! See
www.zanesmagicshop.com.
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ESP
- Mr E Enterprises: A startling ESP experience with Jumbo cards. See
www.mreenterprises.co.uk.
26.12.20
John
‘Sly’ Smith. Geoffrey Newton writes: It is with deep sadness I record the
loss of John ‘Sly’ Smith at the age of nearly 89 years. He was a member of The
Order of The Magi in Manchester and The International Brotherhood of Magicians
for 70 years. He was The British Ring President in 2012 and for many years
organised the children’s show at The British Ring Convention. John won the Tom
Harris Cup for comedy in 1960.
He served with the Royal Engineers in Egypt during the Suez crisis during his National Service and then trained as a civil engineer working for employers which included Redpath and Brown, I.C.I. and Hawker Siddeley. Magic though was always a very large part of his life. He is probably the most well-known children’s entertainer in the Cheshire area, turning eventually into a full time professional. John had television appearances on That’s Life, Potty About Pets and Look North; then on the Radio 4 programme Woman’s Hour talking about magic. He lectured to countless magic societies, and worked with Fred Kaps, Robert Harbin and Harold Taylor.
The funeral will take place in January 2021. Rest in peace dear friend, the world of magic will remember you fondly for a long time to come. Geoffrey Newton: Editor – Key Ring magazine (IBM British Ring). 26.12.20
News
deadline next week: 2pm Thursday 31st, thanks, Duncan.
26.12.20
"World
famous magician Steve Cohen releases new book"
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"London’s Inimitable Café De Paris Has Closed After 96 Years Of Dazzling
Delights"
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"Magician who lost virtually all his gigs in 2020 writes children’s book
to 'save' his Christmas"
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"Steps star Faye Tozer's secret past as BGT magician Jon Courtenay's
assistant"
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"Meet Anas Khan – a teenage entrepreneur and a social media magician"
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"Msian magician breaks own Guinness World Record for most magic tricks
in a minute"
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"Remembering Al Cohen, magician, teacher of prestidigitation, seller of
arcane tricks"
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"Virtual magic takes Victoria’s Verners to the next level"
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"Illusionist-turned-actor Yuva Krishna stuns with his throwback video"
Click Here • Hope you all had a good Christmas. Best wishes for
2021, Duncan.
26.12.20