Number
1135 - Saturday 26th March 2022
Champions
of Magic UK Tour - starts Thursday! March and April UK Tour Dates: Break
away from the screen and experience live entertainment like never before with
Champions of Magic – an evening of impossible illusions and spectacular special
effects. Described by the press as ‘The Avengers of magic’ catch the only team
of magicians in the world as they present their original, phenomenal ensemble
illusions.
They’ve sold out shows across the globe, been featured on every major US TV
network and racked up over 50 million views online... but you haven’t seen magic
until you’ve seen it live. The Champions of Magic cast present incredible
interactive magic, a daring escape from Houdini’s water torture cell, a
mind-blowing prediction that has to be seen to be believed, levitation high
above the stage and a finale beyond explanation. The show happens all around the
theatre and features spectacular illusions that can’t be seen anywhere else.
31st March - The Brighton Centre
2nd April - Motorpoint Arena,Nottingham
3rd April - Hammersmith Eventim Apollo, London
4th April - The Cambridge Corn Exchange
6th April - Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
7th April - Grimsby Auditorium
9th April - York Barbican
10th April - Manchester Opera House
11th April - The Alexandra, Birmingham
Tickets for all shows via
www.championsofmagic.co.uk.
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Merlins
Magic Day Sunday 15th May 2022. Merlins write: We can now announce that the
2022 Merlins Magic Day is on! If you previously had a ticket for the cancelled
event, these are still valid and we will contact you to confirm this soon. The
new dates is Sunday 15th May at The Academy Theatre, Birdwell, Barnsley S70 5TU
www.academytheatre.co.uk.
The day will consist of lectures, workshops, surprises and a Gala Magic Show in
the evening. If you would just prefer to come along and see some of the best
professional magic, comedy and variety acts, then the evening show is for you,
ideal for the whole family. If you would like to see everything, then get the
special discounted ticket for the whole event. With a minimum age limit of 10
years old, and concessions for under 16 year olds. There is plenty of free
parking, a cafe/bar and the venue is easily accessible from the M1, junction 36.
Due to previous years successful events, there has been a lot of interest, so please book early. Entry is by ticket only. We will email you a ticket to print off and bring on the day, along with timings and directions to the venue. Merlins Goody Bag: if you book for the whole event, you will get a Merlins Goody Bag worth at least the price of the ticket! Day event: 9.30am - 5.30pm. Evening show: 7pm - 9.30pm. The evening show seats are now numbered and will be allocated on a first come basis - book early to get the best seats! Artists and more details will be announced shortly... Book via www.merlinswakefield.co.uk. 26.3.22
All
female lineup for April at Smoke & Mirrors, Bristol. Mark Bennett writes: We
are proud to introduce an all female lineup of Guest Magicians live at Smoke &
Mirrors for April. We start with Romany on the 9th April, Katherine Rhodes 16th
April, Fay Presto 23rd April and we welcome back Ava Beaux to close the month on
the 30th April. I am super proud of what Smoke & Mirrors can offer to many
magicians all over the country. So far we have re-booked all our acts that we
had to cancel, and having these amazing magicians during April makes this even
more special. For information of guest magicians that visit Smoke & Mirrors
please visit
www.markbennettmagician.com/#SHOWS and for tickets please visit
www.smokeandmirrorsbar.com/tickets.
26.3.22
Dee Riley's A Wonderfully Weird Evening of Magic - Barons Court Theatre, London, 1st April. From the organisers: Dee Riley returns to Barons Court on April Fools' Day for something different and fun to cap off your night! Dee Riley's Wonderfully Weird Evening of Magic a witty, edgy, exciting and emotional exploration into the mind and magic of the London cabaret magician that made Katy Perry go "OMG wow!"
Dee Riley is a multi award-winning stage and close-up magician specialising in
live cabaret entertainment. He has featured throughout the UK and overseas with
his stage shows and performances currently holding two first place stage awards
for his live routines. Dee hosts comedy, cabaret and burlesque evenings,
annually hosting the London Burlesque Festival. As well as stage magic Dee is
also a highly skilled and comical close-up magician and can regularly be seen at
one of his seven weekly residencies from Mayfair to Covent Garden and all over
London. He has featured throughout the UK and overseas with his stage shows and
performances currently holding two first place stage awards for his live
routines.
Come see some brilliant up and coming talent in a rotating residency! Drinks and
groups welcome. Friday, 1st April at 9pm. Tickets £15. Barons Court Theatre,
28a Comeragh Road, London W14 9HR. See
www.baronscourttheatre.com and
www.lineupnow.com.
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The
Davenport Film Collection YouTube Channel has just been launched as the
sister site of the Davenport Collection website. It contains films taken by the
family and others from the 1930s. Already you’ll find people like Les, Gladys
and Esmé Levante, Gus Davenport, Chefalo, Bill Stickland, Helmut Schreiber and
Marvelli. The footage includes film from the 1937 Berlin convention organised by
The German Magic Circle (Magischer Zirkel) to celebrate their 25th anniversary.
More films will be added in the future. Check out the background to all the
films,
Click Here.
26.3.22
The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week,
close-up coin magic from Terry Herbert on 'Five Magic Minutes' from 1980. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with more from The
MagicWeek Video Archive
Click Here.
26.3.22
Suhani
- putting mentalism on the map. Ian Rowland writes: Next year, Suhani will
be touring internationally (North America, UK, Europe, Australia) and wants to
put mentalism on the world map in the best way possible! She would love to build
good relationships with media professionals (traditional or online) in all of
these locations.
At the moment, Suhani is managed exclusively by a top-flight Indian talent
agency. However, Suhani would love to talk to international talent agencies who
could assist her global marketing strategy and help her to get on air with
relevant media personalities. I have no formal association with Suhani. She’s a
friend and I’m just trying to help her to meet interesting people and to make
some productive connections. Suhani’s email address is:
suhani@suhanishah.com.
26.3.22
Norvil
& Josephine - Sunday 24th April at Jacksons Lane, London. Norvil and
Josephine are a theatrical comedy magic and variety act unlike any other. It
seems we have the traditional imposing magician and doting assistant... but
magic is never what meets the eye! This is a musical comedy play about a magic
show. Their classic Vaudeville magic act is about to be turned on its head, with
comical gender bending twists and turns. It’s time for the magician to find new
dreams while the assistant calls the shots!
Norvil & Josephine have appeared in London’s West End, at The Magic Castle in
Hollywood and at The Wintergarten in Berlin. 3pm on Sunday 24th April at
Jacksons Lane, London. Running time 55 minutes. For more info and to book visit
www.jacksonslane.org.uk.
26.3.22
Kim
Anderson 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. "Kim Andersen: Creator of the Trick of the convention at
Blackpool 2022. Talking magic and creativity"
YouTube.
26.3.22
Medway
Magical Society Annual Dinner and Cabaret. Tim Meadley writes: Wondering
what to do over the Easter Weekend? On Saturday 16th April the Medway Magical
Society will be hosting its Annual Dinner, this year celebrating our 75th
Anniversary. Why not join us in Maidstone for a great evening of fun and
entertainment, including a cabaret starring Marc Shortland and comedy juggler
Steve Rawlings. For more information, including the discount available on hotel
accommodation, and tickets, contact Society Treasurer Tim Decker on 07906
733490.
26.3.22
Manchester
Circle of Magicians Auction - Monday, 28th March. From the organisers: Our
first auction of the year takes place at our new venue, The Micker Brook in
Cheadle, and features over 250 items including many rare and collectible items,
autographed books including Burger and Carney, as well as other items including
rare coin effects and sets, many with no reserve. Viewing starts at 6pm with
bidding from 6.30pm. Non-members welcome (£5 door charge). Please Note: Due to
circumstances beyond our control this is a cash only auction. Venue: The Micker
Brook, Councillor Lane, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5NU.
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The Amazing Johnathan Documentary is being repeated on Sky Documentaries on Monday 4th April - see TV Magic for details. 26.3.22
Limited
Edition of KISS now available. From the publishers: Following the
international success of the John Derris book KISS, the definitive publication
on magic presentation and marketing, came the demand for a new, super,
hard-backed, special edition. A limited test run of prime copies was printed
prior to the major launch when dramatic family circumstances occurred and it was
decided not to proceed to publication. As a result there are only 62 mint copies
of the new edition of KISS in existence, which are being released as a limited
edition for magicians; signed by the author and at the original price of £35.00,
plus postage. 128 pages including original magic effects - Goldfish Bowl
production, Rising Cards routine, "Mirrorcle" - handbag mirror penetration,
"Welded Bliss"- joining two wedding rings in a glass of champagne, and much
more. Nodded approval from Dai Vernon, Roy Walton, Míchael Bailey, John Styles
MBE and Chris Wood. To order a copy email John Derris for details:
europromagic@gmail.com.
26.3.22
Watford
Association of Magicians - New Home. The club writes: Onwards and upwards for the Watford
Association of Magicians. This Tuesday, 29th March, from 8pm to 10.15pm we start
a new chapter in the club's history, when we meet at our wonderful new home:
The Henderson Hub, Abbotts Langley, Watford WD5 0AR. It's the perfect venue,
with a fantastic atmosphere, full stage, raked seats and a cafe area. The first
lecture will be presented by our club chairman Paul Megram with something
for the stage, close-up and family entertainer. There is a £10
charge for visiting magicians who are always welcome. For more info please visit
www.wamclub.co.uk.
26.3.22
Wessex
Magical Association - Convention Pack. From the organisers: The members and
Council of the WMA would like to extend a huge thank you to Alakazam Magic, Mike
Danata and Mark Leveridge Magic for contributing some fantastic value to our
convention delegate pack. The delegate pack is free for all full convention
ticket holders. Day tickets are still available for the convention but the Gala
Show is now sold out. Day Tickets are £27 for Adults and £7 for Juniors and can
be purchased from our website:
www.wmagic.uk.
The convention is next Sunday, 3rd April. Venue: Bournemouth School for Girls,
Bournemouth, Dorset BH8 9UJ.
26.3.22
Bag4Life
- Mark Bendell. RSVPMagic write: We've finally been able to restock with the
very best coins for Bag4Life, our best-selling coin routine. For a limited time
you'll also receive a free download of 'The Unknown', the brilliant project
starring Gary Jones and Lee Smith featuring 13 award-winning routines. This is
worth £19.99 alone and is yours, free! Limited numbers. See
www.rsvpmagic.com.
26.3.22
The
Mark Leveridge March Podcast. If you haven't caught up with the latest 30
minute audio podcast, here's what you have been missing: You and your magic
may get frozen in time, but that’s OK! Are you brave enough to accept and use
the evidence offered by video of your practice? The pros and cons of magic
collaboration. Mark reveals who the biggest exposers of magic actually are.
Mark's top three TV and film cliches. Children’s shows provide an important
service for the future of magic. You can get free access either from
www.markleveridge.co.uk/podcast-archive, or from
www.markleveridge.podbean.com where you can also sign up to be a follower
and receive each new monthly release automatically. Also, do you read Mark's
blog called Chatter? Published every month since September 1992, each release
examines a different magic themed topic and is a fascinating read. Go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/blog to catch up with the latest ones, or download
earlier volumes right back to no.1 from the Chatter Archive which can be found
at
www.markleveridge.co.uk/blog/chatter-archive.
26.3.22
Card
in Envelope - Mr E Enterprises. Mr E Enterprises write: There is nothing new
in discovering a duplicate jumbo size playing card in an envelope that has been
left in full view, which matches a card freely chosen from a well-shuffled pack
- so we make no claims of originality! However, so far we have been unable to
find any method that comes anywhere near being both as clean and as easy to
perform as the one we offer you.
You show a sealed envelope, which can be freely handled, and an ordinary pack of
playing cards. Anyone takes the cards and shuffles them to their heart’s content
and then deals cards one at a time stopping to deal on any card they wish. The
envelope is now torn open and inside is found a single jumbo card and there are
positively no other cards, slips of paper or for that matter anything else
inside the envelope; it only holds one single jumbo card that can be
unreservedly shown both front and back. Let’s say this card is the Ten of Clubs.
Your spectator turns over the final card that they stopped at and it exactly
matches your prediction card! For full details and to order visit
www.mreenterprises.co.uk.
26.3.22
Bob
Ostin: A Lifetime of Magical Inventions by Stephen Tucker - New Softback Edition
- Alakazam Magic: This fantastic cram-packed book from Bob Ostin will have
you learning tricks which simply seem impossible! Comes with a free streaming
video of Peter Nardi's Really Twisted based on Bob's original Twisted Twins
Effect! "Bob was the first real magician I ever met. He's a charming guy with
an utterly devious mind when it comes to creating magic effects. And best of
all, they’re all wonderfully practical. This book is long overdue." David
Britland. Find out more, visit
www.alakazam.co.uk.
26.3.22
News
Deadline reminder. MagicWeek welcomes your UK magic news, but please
remember the news deadline... by Thursday if possible; final
deadline 12 noon Friday.
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"Inside
magician Keith Barry's life at home with wife Mairead and their two
children"
Click Here • "Illusionist Derren Brown set to play mind games with
Irish audiences"
Click Here •
"Houdini and the Magic of Copyright"
Click Here • "Preserving Harry Houdini's Wisconsin roots on his
148th birthday"
Click Here • "Connecticut student heading to Vegas to join Cirque du
Soleil as a magician"
Click Here • "Derren Brown: 'All my life I thought I hated
Toblerone'"
Click Here • That's it for another week. Your UK magic
news/reviews/articles always welcomed. See you next week, Duncan.
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