Number
1261 - Saturday 24th August 2024
In
2025 Derren Brown returns to the stage with a brand new live touring
show Derren Brown Only Human. Prepare to be astonished! The multi award-winning
master of mind control and psychological illusion is back. The content
of Only Human is still under wraps, but we can guarantee you a
mind-blowing experience that'll take your breath away... Tickets for
Derren's shows always sell out fast, so don't miss out!
"After a year off from touring, I am ready
to start the momentous climb to putting together another show. I've just
realised it's my 11th. Each show begins with a blank canvas and the
question of what I could do with a thousand or more people locked in a
room with me. It's exciting, very exciting." Derren Brown.
Only Human is co-written by Derren Brown, Andrew O’Connor and
Stephen Long. It is directed by Andrew O’Connor, with set design by
Simon Higlett, video design by Simon Wainwright, lighting design by
Charlie Morgan Jones and sound design by Beth Duke. Nationwide from
April to September 2025. See
www.derrenbrown.co.uk for venues and dates.
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IBM
British Ring 86th Convention, 13th-15th September, Venue Cymru,
Llandudno. From the organisers: It is just under three weeks till we
welcome everyone to Llandudno! Delegates are invited to start the
Convention with free events at The Magic Bar Live from 4pm on Thursday
12th September with a showing of
Lost in the Shuffle and the return of The Ali Bongo Micro Marathon
in the evening.
Friday starts with the Opening Ceremony and Opening Show with Chris
Williams, and the Dealers Hall opening right after. You can also see a
Lecture by Russ Brown and the History of Mystery with Brian Lead and Kay
Murray as well as the Close-Up Competition. The Stage Competition will
take place in the evening at Theatr Colwyn, transport will be provided
to and from the venue.
Saturday 14th September begins with a lecture by Joel Dickinson. The
Sooty and Friends Magic Show featuring Russell Brown, Fraser Stokes and
Michael Jordan is at 10.30am, tickets are not included with
registrations but can be purchased direct from the Box Office. Saturday
also sees lectures from Billy Reid and Fraser Stokes as well as the
Jeffery Atkins Memorial Lecture by Norman Barrett MBE and the Stars of
Close-Up show with Joel Dickinson, Russell Brown and Billy Reid. Then
'An Evening of Magic' Gala Show will entertain and amaze all with Aaron
Crow, Max Fulham, Olivier Henning, Mark James, Taylor Morgan and Rebecca
Foyle ably compered by Ada Campe.
Sunday 15th September starts with an audience with Stuart Loughland
before lectures by Dr Naomi Paxton and Max Fulham, the Stars of The
Future Show and the closing show by Joel Dickinson. The installation of
our incoming President will close the Convention, but delegates staying
on can attend Magic Bar Live that evening to be entertained by members
of the North Wales Magic Circle.
This will be a fabulous convention so don't delay to get your
registration now! Visit
www.britishring.org.uk or contact the Registration Officer, Carol
Tynan
registration@britishring.org.uk to register for the Convention.
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Étienne
Pradier's Lecture - Coventry Magic Circle, 1st October. William
Poliet writes: Étienne Pradier needs little introduction. "The French
Magician" is a member of the Magic Circle, one of a few presented with
Gold Star membership of The Inner Magic Circle. Étienne is a past winner
of the Blackpool Magicians' Club Close-up Magic Championships and was
awarded third place in the Card Magic category in the FISM World
Championships. Étienne has won many awards during his 25 years of
performing magic at the highest level. He won Magic Circle Close-up
Magician of the Year, Colombe d’or France, 3rd in the world Championship
Holland and more... you get the picture and you know how good he is!
Visiting magicians are welcome as always with the usual visitors fee
(£10). Coventry Magic Circle, Ex Servicemans Club, Rye Piece Ringway,
Bedworth CV12 8JH at 8pm sharp
www.coventrymagiccircle.co.uk.
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The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week
Geoffrey Durham on John Fisher's 'The Best of Magic' from 12th September
1990. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Chris
Wood at Irish Magic-Fest, October 5th and 6th, Dublin. Quentin
Reynolds writes: Not only is Chris Wood a full-time professional
magician, but he was the creator and director of the highly successful
"Close-Up at The Magic Circle" shows as well as The Magic Circle
Foundation charity. He routinely captivates and charms his audiences
with a mixture of accomplished sleight of hand and first class
misdirection. Now he brings his considerable expertise to bear at The
Irish Magic-Fest, where he will help you upgrade your routines with two
excellent lectures. Chris' Saturday evening lecture will cover strong
close-up routines from his professional repertoire, while Sunday's
lecture will cover "Five principles that will improve any routine". Not
only that, he will perform on The International Close-Up Show and is
happy to session and help you with any routine you are working on. You
will also meet Peter Samelson, author of Theatrical Magic and Dan
Stapleton who has wide experience in both stage and close-up from
pitching magic and performing at theme parks and cruise ships.
Registration for both days is €65
www.thesocietyofirishmagicians.com or contact Quentin Reynolds at
quentinr@btopenworld.com.
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Chris
Stokes Lecture - The Order of The Magi, 27th August. Mike Sharples
writes: The Order of The Magi is pleased to announce that on Tuesday the
27th August Chris Stokes will be presenting his "Ambitious" Lecture at
the Irish World Heritage Centre at 7.30pm. Chris Stokes is one of the
most sought-after and engaging magicians on the Midlands circuit. Born
and raised in Stoke-on-Trent, Chris developed his passion for magic as a
child, but only became a working pro 18 years ago when he unleashed his
eye-popping walkaround and mentalism routines on the public at leading
venues in and around the county.
In 2007 he launched 'Chris Stokes Ghost Tours', a jaw-dropping journey around some of the most ‘haunted’ hotels and mansions in the UK - and the only commercially run experience to use magic, illusion and storytelling to astound and terrify guests. His most popular venue, the infamous Leopard Hotel, in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, featured an abandoned 55-bedroomed Victorian hotel which rapidly became a magnet for TV crews and paranormal investigators from all over the world before being destroyed by fire in 2022. See: YouTube
In this lecture, Chris will chart his personal journey from newspaper journalist and frustrated actor to award-winning magical entertainer and share with you some of his signature effects - as well as his unique take on some of the most popular magical effects on the market. Visiting magicians are welcome to attend for a entry fee of £10.00 payable on the door. Please contact Mike Sharples prior to the evening 0774 8833666 for more details. 24.8.24
Tom
Wright Lecture - York Magic Circle, 2nd September. Gren Dowson
writes: Monday 2nd September at York Magic Circle. Doors will open at
7pm for an approx start of 7.30pm. The bar will be open for drinks with
tea and coffee available. Door charge of £5 for non-members. Plenty of
free parking in the club car park with disabled access ramps into the
building. York & District Indoor Bowls Club, 302 Thanet Road,
Dringhouses, York YO24 2NW.
www.yorkmagiccircle.co.uk.
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Sir
Lionel Moss Lecture - South London Magic Society, 3rd September.
Simon Rosselli writes: Magic's underground magician Sir Lionel Moss (Aka SLiM),
is in town for one night only at South London Magic Society on Tuesday 3rd
September 8pm-10pm). After having recently travelled back
from abroad, he starts his UK run of mystery tours. What can you expect?
Well effects that any magic skill can perform, but it's up to you how
you can evolve them with your own magic level. SLiM shares his own
unique journey into magic from his time in America to his adventures in
Asia. "His stories seem like fiction, but indeed are fact. I laughed,
I cried and I made a note never to make that same mistakes." Ruth N
Tu (Japan). "I now have an effect that hits hard, yet SLiM showed me
his unique take on keeping it simple and stupid (KISS). No more knuckle
busting moves for me." Toni P Cade (U.S.A). £10 for non-members
which can go towards joining if you would like. Doors open 7.15pm. South London
Magic Society, Clock House Methodist Church Hall, Clock House Road, Beckenham,
Kent BR3 4JP.
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Merlins
of Wakefield Update. We have just received our latest order from
Tora Magic. Tora are one of the leading manufacturers of magic props and
each item is well thought out and explained. Ideal for children's
performers or stand up, there are ten new items in all. For more details
and to make a purchase, visit
www.merlinswakefield.co.uk.
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Comedy
- A practical workshop with Sam Fletcher, 2nd
September in Nottingham.
Join professional comedy writer, performer and magician, Sam Fletcher,
as he shares the secrets of joke writing, and shows you how to inject
comedy and humour into your act. He will reassure you that you don't
have to be naturally funny to bring comedy into your magic, and will
provide you with tools to add humour and silliness into all kinds of
magic routines, from close-up to stage!
Whether you are an experienced comedy magician, someone wishing to write
elements of humour for an otherwise more serious act, or if you are just
starting out creating an act then this is absolutely not to be missed!
The workshop starts at 7pm but join us from 5pm for food, drinks and the
chance to share ideas with a growing and welcoming community of
magicians in Nottingham.
Organised by the team behind The Curious Cabaret.
September 2nd, 7pm-10pm, Nottingham.
Tickets and details for all events can be found at
www.bio.site/curiouscabaret.
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Script
- A practical lecture with Paul Draper, 30th September in Nottingham.
As a master magician, University professor and lecturer, Paul Draper
will use his breadth of knowledge and experience to help use to write
better and richer scripts for performance.
Unlike conventional lectures, this will be a conversational Q&A where
Paul will answer questions provided by the audience on topics the
attendees would like to discuss. This class will be therefore
participant driven so we encourage you to come with your own questions.
The workshop starts at 7pm but join us from 5pm for food, drinks and the
chance to share ideas with a growing and welcoming community of
magicians in Nottingham.
Organised by the team behind The Curious Cabaret.
September 30th, 7pm-10pm, Nottingham.
Tickets and details for all events can be found at
www.bio.site/curiouscabaret.
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The
Curious Cabaret - Nottingham, 3rd & 4th September.
Join The Curious Cabaret for an astonishing evening of parlour magic and
comedy, showcasing different magicians every month from the UK and
around the world.
Hosted at The Berliner, Nottingham and Peggy’s Skylight, Nottingham, you
are treated to an intimate evening of magic accompanied by delicious
food and an excellent drinks menu.
This month featuring the elegant conjuring of Ava Beaux & the
delightfully silly magic of Sam Fletcher. Doors at 7pm. Show starts at
8pm.
Tickets for all events can be found at
www.bio.site/curiouscabaret.
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The
Curious Cabaret - Nottingham, 1st & 2nd October.
Join The Curious Cabaret for an astonishing evening of parlour magic and
comedy, showcasing different magicians every month from the UK and
around the world.
Hosted at The Berliner, Nottingham and Peggy’s Skylight, Nottingham, you
are treated to an intimate evening of magic accompanied by delicious
food and an excellent drinks menu.
This month featuring the suave and sophisticated Chris Dodd, the
incredible mind reading of Paul Draper (1st October only), and Bavaria’s
No.1 Mind Reader…within his price bracket, Klause Fantastiche (2nd Oct
only). Doors at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm.
Tickets for all events can be found at
www.bio.site/curiouscabaret.
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The
Curious Cabaret - Nottingham, 5th & 6th November.
Join The Curious Cabaret for an astonishing evening of parlour magic and
comedy, showcasing different magicians every month from the UK and
around the world.
Hosted at The Berliner, Nottingham and Peggy’s Skylight, Nottingham, you
are treated to an intimate evening of magic accompanied by delicious
food and an excellent drinks menu.
This month featuring mind-reader extraordinaire Aaron Calvert, and the
high energy magic of Sam Fitton. Doors at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm.
Tickets for all events can be found at
www.bio.site/curiouscabaret.
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Home
Counties Magical Society Flea Market. Derek Oliver writes: Home
Counties Magical Society will be holding a Flea Market on Thursday 5th
September at 8pm. It will be at Maiden Place Community Centre, 1 Maiden
Place, Earley, Reading RG6 3HD. To sell, tables are available at £5.00
(contact
hcmsenquiry@outlook.com). Door entrance to buyers £2.00. All
welcome.
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Jamie
Williams on Craig
Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every week 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. Last week: "Jamie Williams - One of
magic's greatest creators on his journey to centre stage"
YouTube.
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Bond
Lee on Craig
Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every week 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. This week: "Bond Lee on his journey to
the top of magic"
YouTube.
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Lost in The Shuffle UK film premiere - The Magic Circle, London, 27th August. For almost as long as there have been cards, there have been card tricks. In the hands of a magician, a simple deck of cards takes on a life of its own and is elevated to an instrument of wonder and awe. Seen through the eyes of some of the world's best sleight of hand artists, Lost in the Shuffle is a loving look at how playing cards have become synonymous with magic and the mysteries hidden in their art.
Two-time world champion Shawn Farquhar takes us through six countries as
he both tries to prove his theory that hidden in the art of every deck
of cards are the clues to the conspiracy to kill a French king in 1498,
while simultaneously creating a brand new routine, that tells the real
story of Charles VIII's untimely demise. Workshopping different elements
of the routine with four top magicians, the film pulls back the curtain
on the creativity, ingenuity and psychological tricks the modern
magician employs to make us all believe in the impossible...
www.lostintheshuffle.film. Also See
www.vimeo.com.
Lost in the Shuffle stars Shawn Farquhar, Michael Vincent, Juan Tamariz, Alexandra Duvivier and Richard Turner. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with the producer. This event is free for members. Guests, both magical and non-magical can also attend. There will be a £20 charge, payable at the door. Guests need to register in advance by emailing guestlist@themagiccircle.co.uk. 24.8.24
75th Anniversary Gala Show - Huddersfield Circle of Magicians, 31st August. The Huddersfield Circle of Magicians are celebrating in style this year for their 75th Anniversary. This fantastic local society is going from strength to strength with its membership currently the highest it has ever been in the history of the society. To celebrate such a landmark they are holding a big day of magic on Saturday 31st August at The Smile Bar & Venue in Huddersfield. In the afternoon there will be free children's entertainment from some of the members at 2pm, 3pm, 4pm & 5pm in the front bar. Then doors to the main venue open at 7pm for a 7.30pm star studded gala show. This is set to be a real Variety Extravaganza with some of the best names in British Magic including, hot from their hit Edinburgh show, Hudson & Hudson, plus the amazing all round entertainment of Michael Jordan, the king of mentalism, Pete Turner, and local legends Matthew J Cope and Spike Bonzo. Throw in a touch of ventriloquism from Darron Woodward, World Champion dance troupe ElliTe Studios and possibly some special guests all hosted by John Danbury, and it's set to be one magical evening of entertainment. Tickets are priced at £20 and can be purchased here www.fatsoma.com. 24.8.24
Susan Calman's Summer by the Sea. "The comedian samples UK seaside resorts, beginning with Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. There she enjoys a whistle-stop tour of the largest pleasure pier in Europe. Susan takes a ride on a ferris wheel, and during theatre rehearsals for a summer show, she is picked to be a magician's assistant. Susan also meets up with actor and comedian Nina Wadia, who reminisces about her first trip to Clacton in her teens. Starring: Susan Calman, Joe Pasquale. Sunday 25th August on Channel 5, see TV Magic for details. 24.8.24
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"Singaporean
magician Jeremy Pei dies at age 41: 'A remarkable person who touched
many lives in the magic scene'"
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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event"
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500-year-old murder mystery?"
Click Here • "Lost in the Shuffle Official 2024 Trailer"
YouTube • "Watch: Edinburgh Fringe magicians perform 'really freaky'
trick"
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Lombard’s dedication to revolutionising health insurance"
Click Here • "Award winning Irish magician and escape artist set for
Irish tour"
Click Here • Please remember the final Friday 12 noon deadline for
all submissions (but Thursday if possible). See you next week, Duncan.
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