Number
1103 - Saturday 14th August 2021
Studio
52 presents Guy Hollingworth. From the organisers: Benjamin Earl and
Studio52 are excited to announce that they will be holding an action-packed,
two-day event with the living legend—and world-class sleight of hand artist—Mr
Guy Hollingworth! Across the weekend of the 21st-22nd of August there will be a
selection of live events and pre-recorded videos to make up their first ever
collaboration project. This will feature a lecture from both Guy and Ben and
live QnA's from each of them, as well as pre-recorded jam sessions and
interviews. As part of your booking you will have access to all live recordings,
as well as the ability to catch up anytime! Book your place here -
www.studio52magic.com. The first 150 customers will receive a
limited-edition, signed and numbered photograph.
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Jamie
Allan's Illusionarium, now extended to October 31st. From the promoter: You
and your Magic Circle (of wizards you live with) will explore a labyrinth of
mysterious rooms transporting you to different eras of illusion. Take an
immersive journey through the evolution of magic as the world’s most famous
illusionists share their deepest secrets... Using 3D projections, life-like
holograms, and live magicians, this is the first time audiences can marvel at
the greatest illusions up close – all in a socially-distanced setting. Conceived
by British high-tech magician, Jamie Allan (iMagician), this experiential
exhibit blends Jamie’s encyclopedic knowledge on the history of magic with
state-of-the-art-technology to bring illusions of the past into the 21st
century. See
www.illusionarium.ca.
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The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This
week Richiardi Jr. in a beautiful piece taken from The Ed Sullivan
Show in the late 50s that was shown on John Fisher's The Best of
Magic on September 12th, 1990. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with more from The
MagicWeek Video Archive
Click Here.
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Thomas
Moore Creative. Thomas Moore Creative write: Hidden away in 8,000 sq ft
workshops somewhere in the East Midlands Thomas Moore Creative have been
designing and building unique, contemporary stage props and illusions for
clients including Xavier Mortimer, Hans Klok, Justin Willman, Ben Hart,
Kraftwerk, Kat Hudson, Orbital, Max Fulham, Justin Flom, Criss Angel, Ben
Hanlin, Tom Brace, Luis deMatos, Jorgos, Sooty, Adam Murby, Charming Choi, Noah
Kelly, Phil Keller and Erix Logan, troubleshooting for "The Illusionists", and
crafting miracles for just about every major name in stage magic. With the
largest illusion manufacturing facility in Europe that incorporates a huge metal
fabrication space, their own powder-coating facility and a 1,500 sq ft rehearsal
space where props and routines are tested to ensure they deliver WOW for
magicians across the globe, they are always looking for new and exciting
magicians to work with. "…that’s why I bring you on these projects Thomas –
you’re about the best I've ever worked with" Scottie McKean, Tour /
Production Manager.
www.WeAddWow.com.
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Shaun
McCree on Craig Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and
Saturday at 9pm, Craig Petty sits down and chats with a well known magician. A
creator, a performer, or someone who has had a positive impact on the Magic
Community. From Tuesday: Shaun McCree "In this interview we look back at
Shaun’s career. Starting with stage manipulation and transitioning into close-up
magic. Along the way he offers some incredible advice. This is an interview you
really don’t want to miss."
YouTube.
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David
Jonathan Zoom Lecture hosted by The Modern Mystic League, Tuesday, 24th August,
free for all magicians. Brian Lead writes: The Modern Mystic League
Announces A Special Event: The David Jonathan Zoom Lecture on Tuesday, 24th
August At 7.30pm. David Jonathan is a rising star, who has built a reputation
for consistently releasing strong, practical effects to the magic community. He
was recently nominated for Inventor of The Year at the Penguin Magic
Awards, and his most popular release, SNAPS, has won multiple Trick of
The Year awards for 2020. For this lecture, David has handpicked some of his
favourite magic and mentalism creations to teach, including some unpublished
gems. He will also be sharing 'how to create magic' and 'tapping into your
creativity'. Not only will you learn the ingenious methods behind the effects,
but you will also hear about how they were structured to achieve the most
impact. Following the lecture, there will be heavily discounted special offers
on his products. Admission is free, although donations would be appreciated.
Please book your link by emailing MML Secretary Paul Guy
p6uys@yahoo.com.
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The
Magic Car Boot Sale returns! Organiser Alec Powell writes: We are planning
to run the Car Boot Sale on Sunday 19th September 2021. To allow for greater
spacing it will be across 2 halls at the usual venue, The Austin Sports and
Social Club, Tessall Lane, Birmingham B312SF. It will start at 10.30am and run
into the afternoon. Admission will be £5 at the door. If you would like to book
a stand, they are £20, contact Alec Powell on 07831 115 448 or get full details
on our Facebook page - Magic Car Boot Sale
www.facebook.com/groups/1596986390561663. If you are not yet a member join us
there to keep up to date with information and any special offers that traders
will be making on the day. Apart from selling and buying this is always a great
friendly get together, ask anyone who has been in the past.
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Weddings
... I Do. On September 1st Wayne Goodman releases his new book Weddings
... I Do. Filled with everything you need to know: getting booked, wedding
fayres, how to work the wedding day and so much more. Available in paperback and
hardback. Email
wayne@waynegoodman.co.uk to pre-order.
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Magicseen
100 Update: The celebration edition of Magicseen (#100 Sept 2021) is in the
advance stages of preparation and with its overload of features and special
articles, it'll be a bumper issue that is both collectible and simply worth
reading! Because it is a landmark issue, more people than normal are likely to
want a copy, putting a bigger than usual demand on the numbers of printed copies
available. Because of this and the fact that it will contain more pages than
usual, the price for a single printed copy purchase will be £10.00 (plus p&p).
However, the good news is, that everyone who has a current 6 month, 1 year or 2
year subscription will receive the bumper edition at no extra charge as part of
their paid up sub, so if you are keen to get your hands on Magicseen 100, it
makes sense to have a current subscription with us so that you will get your
copy from as little as £5.08 including the p&p! So sign up or renew now by going
to www.magicseen.com and
get yourself a slice of magic history.
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Secret Scotland. Susan Calman explores Aberdeenshire and Angus on Scotland's north-east coast - a vast area of cliffs, beaches, rolling hills and fertile farmland. Susan begins with a visit to Glamis Castle, the childhood home of Her Majesty the Queen Mother, where she learns about the castle's role in the Second World War, tells the time on Scotland's largest sundial and is let loose with the pruning shears on a very special grape vine. Later, Susan is given a crash course in seal first aid and learns of the Aberdonian who inspired escapologist Harry Houdini. Sunday 15th August on 5Select, see TV Magic. 14.8.21
E-Club
Pro Live - Open Event! Mark Leveridge's Zoom presentation of his
2020/2021 E-Club Pro Live lecture is scheduled to take place on Wednesday 22nd
September 2021 as an Open Event available for anyone who is interested in being
entertained by, and learning from, a great line up of practical, varied magic. Here are
just some of the contents. Flip - a practical, simple-to-do version of
Triumph. The Coins Box - an easy yet fooling transposition of two coins
sealed inside a jewellery box. Star - a clever ESP card matching effect
with a killer kicker finish. The Colour Changing Sponge Ball - a very
clean method for the named effect which includes a great principle that is ideal
for other routines. The Invisible Glass - pick up an empty wine glass
from a table, cover it with a cloth and instantly make it invisible, before
magically making it visible again. The Pro Ring On Glasses - straight
from Mark's strolling repertoire, this is a reputation-making effect using a
borrowed finger ring. The price to attend the Open Event to learn these and
other effects is just £15.00, but if you register before the 31st August, you
will receive a special discount code worth £15.00 to spend in the MLM online
shop. Go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
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Rum Bunch. World's End on Sea. Series 1, episode 1. Comedy sketch show starring Justin Edwards, Mel Giedroyc and David Mounfield, featuring an array of sketches and music courtesy of the show's very own house band. In this episode, the group are joined by Rebecca Front as they are invited by the mayor of the seaside town of World's End on Sea to perform a Houdini tribute show. See TV Magic for details. 14.8.21
Magic,
gangs and prison. Professor Richard Wiseman interviews Darren Way and Gareth
Foreman. "Research suggests that magic tricks can act as an effective tool for
enhancing curiosity, attention and creativity (Wiseman & Watt, 2020). As a
result, they have long been used in a variety of educational settings, including
schools, colleges and informal learning environments. The last few years has
seen a significant rise of interest in this idea, with much of my own work
investigating the use of magic tricks in educational comics, videos and live
presentations." To read the full article in The Psychologist
Click Here.
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Magic
Touch
www.facebook.com/bluebadgelevitation enables access to the world of magic
for disabled people and adults with learning difficulties. Each year we take a
small group of disabled people to the amazing Blackpool Magic Convention. We
desperately need funds/sponsors to help make this happen for 2022. If you can
help in anyway we would be very grateful - no donation is too small. Please help
if you can and let's make Magic accessible for everyone:
www.gofundme.com.
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The
Collector By Nikolas Mavresis - Alakazam Magic. The Collector is a
self-working effect that combines beautiful props, a chilling storyline and an
unbelievably impactful and clean reveal...
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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A
Natural History of Magick. From the publishers: This enchantingly
illustrated natural history of magick, compiled in the 1920s by the
globetrotting naturalist Professor Conrad Gessner for his grandson, is now
unveiled for readers of today. Featuring a gold foil–embossed cloth cover, a
ribbon marker and sprayed gold edges, this gorgeous volume is filled with
intriguing sketches and precise notes detailing the secret world of magic, a
natural force hidden all around us. Inside, you will discover the history of
magic and its dazzling array of practices around the globe... Available for
pre-order from
www.amazon.co.uk.
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"Magic
Goes Wrong review: 'This is family entertainment at its best'"
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Comics Shine Bright in 1st Live Quarterfinals"
Click Here • "Xavier Mortimer Celebrates World Premiere of The Dream maker
at The Strat"
Click Here • Steve Price’s Magic on the Mersey is reviewed by Rick Tynan
this week,
Click Here • "Variety show Wonderville is a mixed bag at the Palace Theatre
– review"
Click Here • "Kevin Quantum: The Trick That Fooled"
Click Here • "Conservative Party donor paid for Portsmouth MP Penny Mordaunt
to perform personal magic show"
Click Here • Your UK magic news is always welcomed - see you next week, Duncan.
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