Number
1265 - Saturday 21st September 2024
Jamie
Allan's Amaze, 18th October to 23rd November, Criterion Theatre,
Piccadilly Circus, London. After a highly successful limited run at
Marylebone Theatre this summer, master magician Jamie Allan is bringing
his record-breaking, critically-acclaimed show, Amaze, to the West End!
Jamie Allan’s Amaze is a revolutionary experience in the world of
illusion. Weaving together storytelling, state-of-the-art technology and
timeless conjuring techniques, Amaze does more than just showcase magic,
it places it directly into your hands - you won't just see it, you'll
become part of the story and partake in the wonder. At Amaze you will
live the story, and experience the magic.
Amaze became the all time highest-selling magic show in Chicago, where
it made its international debut. The Chicago Tribune hailed Amaze "A
masterclass in magic performance", and "a luminous way to spend an
evening... Amaze will amaze you."
www.criterion-theatre.co.uk.
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Legends
of The Magic Circle: An Evening with Wayne Dobson, September 30th.
Join us for a captivating night celebrating the extraordinary career of
Magic Circle legend Wayne Dobson. Hosted by Michael J. Fitch, the
evening will feature remarkable stories, career highlights, exclusive
unseen footage, and a few unexpected surprises. Free to members and
apprentices. Non-members welcome as a guest (£20). 7.30pm - 9pm at The
Magic Circle, London. Non-members please email in advance:
michael@themagiccircle.co.uk.
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London
Magic Convention 'Mitzvah' tickets. Andy Nyman writes: These are
pretty tough times and we know that there will be some of you who would
love to attend the London Magic Convention on November 3rd, but faced
with the rising cost of living, simply cannot afford it. We believe that
a day of great fun, laughter and magic could do you the world of good.
So we are offering 30 free 'Mitzvah' tickets. If you would like to come
but don't have the budget, simply email
info@londonmagicconvention.co.uk with the subject 'Mitzvah' and we
will happily give you a free ticket. There are no questions, no
conditions, no shame, and any emails will be kept completely
confidential. Full details of the day are at
www.londonmagicconvention.co.uk.
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Michael Vincent: An Evening of Intimate
Miracles, Saturday, 23rd November. From the promoter:
Join us for an evening of intimate miracles on Saturday, 23rd November,
where connections are deepened and magic happens in most unexpected
ways.
Michael Vincent is one of the world's finest exponents of pure sleight
of hand. His close-up illusions are quite frankly breathtaking. This
show is Michael's pride and joy, he designed this experience with one
objective in mind - to create an atmosphere of magic.
Come and join us for a magical evening filled with wonder and awe at the
Temple Lodge Club. Witness astonishing feats and mind-boggling illusions
up close and personal. Prepare to be amazed as Michael Vincent and his
guest John Conway showcase their extraordinary skills in an intimate
setting.
Due to the nature of this show, it is an exclusive event and numbers
have been limited to 25 people. See
www.eventbrite.co.uk for more information and to book.
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Jack
Rhodes first UK Tour. From the promoter: Jack Rhodes isn't your
typical magician. His unique blend of comedy, magic, and nonsense has
amassed over 125 million views online and took him to the final of
Britain's Got Talent 2024. Touted as the favourite, Jack is finally
leaving his garage and hitting the road for his first live tour! Get
ready for world-class sleight of hand and trickery, delivered with
Jack's signature self-deprecating humour! Watch the official tour
trailer:
YouTube. For more information and to book visit
www.tegeurope.com.
"You really are one in a million, you've got everything. That was
jaw-dropping." Simon Cowell
"The best magic act I've ever seen." Bruno Tonioli
"Spectacular." Alesha Dixon
"Super clever. That was amazing." Amanda Holden
30th October - O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
31st October - Town Hall, Birmingham
2nd November - Tyne Theatre & Opera House, Newcastle
3rd November - Albert Hall, Manchester
4th November - Theatre Royal, Brighton.
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All
Done by Kindness, Wednesday's charity magic show at The Magic Circle
is reviewed by Simon Rosselli this week,
Click Here. This was a sell-out event. If you missed out on tickets
you may be interested to know that a similar evening is already being
planned for Wednesday 19th March 2025. Details will be appearing at
www.themagiccircle.co.uk
in due course, or just email
tmcbf@themagiccircle.co.uk now to receive details automatically when
tickets go on sale. Photo credit: Michael J Fitch.
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How
to join The Magic Circle. If you've always wanted to be a part of
The Magic Circle, the world's premier magical society, then this link
www.themagiccircle.co.uk/join
will give you all the information you need. If you're ready to join
straight away you can find out how the process works, what you need to
do and what you can expect. If you are interested in the Apprentice
Scheme or The Young Magicians Club, you'll also be able to find out
how they work as well.
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Flip
Crowned UK Children's Entertainer of the Year at Kidology 2024. Many
congratulations to Flip on being awarded "UK Children's Entertainer of
the Year" at the Kidology Convention last week. Flip, whose high energy
performances seamlessly blend magic, comedy, and interactive
storytelling, have become a popular favourite among children and
families alike. His unique approach, which encourages active
participation and focuses on creating memorable experiences for
children, earned him the top accolade at this year's convention.
Flip, who recently also became a member of The Magic Circle, has been a keen magician since the age of five, after seeing a children' entertainer perform whilst on a family holiday in North Wales. Having now provided children's entertainment for almost three decades, Flip's shows have captivated audiences not just in the UK, but internationally. "This is an incredible honour," said Flip, "I've always believed in the power of entertainment to spark joy and imagination in children, and to be recognised in this way by my peers is truly humbling." 21.9.24
Matt
Daniel-Baker Lecture - The Surrey Society of Magicians, 26th September.
From the organisers: Matt Daniel-Baker is one of the best-loved
performing Mind Readers in the world. His shows are fast-paced,
jaw-dropping and absolutely hilarious! He has performed for some of the
biggest companies and best-known celebrities on the planet, and has
appeared on TV shows including: Masters of Illusion in Hollywood and
Penn & Teller Fool Us in Las Vegas. Matt Daniel-Baker currently has his
own, highly acclaimed, one-man show at
The Crazy Coqs Theatre. Members are free and visiting magicians are
welcome for a £10 entrance fee. The lecture takes place in East Horsley,
Surrey at 8pm. For full details see our website
www.surreysocietyofmagicians.co.uk or contact Adam Mosley:
addmoses@hotmail.com.
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The
No.1 Seller From MLM. When Pure Cards Across was first released a
few years ago, it quickly became one of Mark Leveridge Magic's best
sellers. The Cards Across is a classic plot of magic, of course, but
most versions require sleight of hand and/or convoluted handling. Pure
Cards Across, which is designed for use in a close up or parlour show,
removes all technical difficulties and presents a plot that is crystal
clear to the audience and where the performer can present everything at
fingertips! Andy Nyman bought one and posted on his socials a delightful
'impromptu' performance of the routine which showed just how clear the
routine is. If you missed that, you can watch Mark Leveridge's dem at
www.markleveridge.co.uk and from where you can also buy your copy
for just £10.00.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week,
Paul Daniels and his version of The Six Card Repeat, from 9th November
1985. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Wayne
Goodman 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: "From Alakazam to
creating magic: Wayne Goodman on how much has changed since lockdown"
YouTube.
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Jamie Daws
Step into the Bizarre Lecture - The
Darlington Magic Circle, 3rd October.
Nick Richmond writes: With over 19 years creating, lecturing and producing magic, Jamie is
well known for his clever, quirky and often slightly darker effects. In
his brand new lecture, he will take you on a captivating journey into
the world of bizarre magic. In "Step into the
Bizarre" Jamie delves into the dark and mysterious side of magic,
exploring the art of the strange and the supernatural.
Briefly touching on some of his influences in the bizarre and a few
strange and spooky realisations about himself from a younger age, the
lecture helps to highlight the importance of bizarre magic in a modern
setting and the skill set it offers to us as performers even beyond
magic. Storytelling, tonality, pacing and structure being some of the
skills that bizarre performers utilise, as well as mixing fact with
fiction to blur the lines of real and make believe.
Then we delve into the tricks themselves which vary from impromptu
seance methods, living and dead tests, effects with photos and Polaroids
and closing with his prized PK Touches routine. He will even bring along
a full-sized spirit cabinet built for his 2023 stage play "All the Fun
of the Fear", discussing how it was made and the inner workings of the
apparatus.
For 8 years Jamie has been creating a bespoke lecture experience in
association with Alakazam Magic called "Tackling Terrifying Taboos"
which has now become a yearly celebration of the bizarre. With nearly 30
hours of bizarre content, Jamie's lecture style is fun, engaging and
often has a spooky edge.
Step into the bizarre with Jamie Daws and transform the way you think
about your magic forever.
Thursday the 3rd of October 2024. Doors open 7.30pm.
The DSRM (Rolling Mills) Club, Longfield Road, Darlington DL3 0HX.
Booking is essential to ensure your place at this lecture. We have
limited places and expect to sell out! Please indicate on this
Facebook
Event page if you are 'going',
'Interested' does not guarantee a place! Step Into the Bizarre Lecture
Trailer:
YouTube.
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Magical
artist, Jay Fortune writes: My latest official magician painted
portrait is available to acquire as of today, Saturday, 21st September,
featuring the legendary Mark Raffles. I feel this is my most 'magical'
painting to date, given the top hat, white gloves and doves. Mark's son,
Tim, said of this new work, "In a word 'wow' it is fantastic. I can
really appreciate the hard work that has gone into Dad's portrait and
you certainly have done him justice, Dad would have loved it. You have
really captured an air of mystery, also, the doves are perfect. The
family will love it - it is a masterpiece." Comes with a special
souvenir brochure. For details of how to acquire your limited edition
print visit
www.jayfortune.co.uk.
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Étienne Pradier 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. 21.9.24
Script
- A practical lecture with Paul Draper - Nottingham, 30th September. 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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MCE Magic Day,
29th September 2024 at St Mark's Community Hall, South Street,
Pennington, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 8EJ.
Enjoy a day meeting old magic friends and buying and selling. Refreshments
available. 8.30am to 1.30pm. Call
Mervyn Cole for tickets and more info on 01590 719497.
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Cillian O'Connor on Blue Peter. "World Records, Dance and Harry Potter Superstar. Episode 26. Young magician Cillian attempts to break a world record." (Repeat) Saturday 28th September on BBC Two. See TV Magic for details. 21.9.24
An
Evening of Magic at The Mill, Sonning, on Monday 14th October. Come
along and join us for a night of fun with magicians from the world
famous Magic Circle. Dan Hudson presents the show with his magical
friends who will astound, amaze and leave you asking for more. Tickets
include a delicious two-course meal in our restaurant before the show.
See
www.millatsonning.com. Bar from 6pm. Dinner from 6.15pm. Performance
8.15pm.
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Modern
Mystic League Grand Auction, tomorrow, Sunday 22nd September.
"In a wide range of lots we have props,
books and tricks including classic effects from Supreme Magic and Ken
Brooke, along with some Tenyo items. Many are in pristine condition,
donated in memory of late members Paul Openshaw and Steve Eastham as
well as current members. Now is your chance to pick up a guillotine
which belonged to John Pye or puzzles from the John Tattersall
collection." The venue will be our HQ: Woodlands United Reform Church
Hall, 457 Preston Old Road, Cherry Tree, Blackburn BB2 5ND, starting at
2pm, with viewing from 1.15pm. Admission and refreshments are free,
along with batches of magazines.
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a magic lecturer for your club today. Visit the MagicWeek
Lecturers
page!
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"Comedy
magician Steve Legg dies of cancer"
Click Here • "'The next Derren Brown' and Harry Potter lookalike comes to
Luton"
Click Here • "Magician performing at Bromsgrove venue after sell-out Fringe
success"
Click Here • "The extraordinary life of the eccentric millionaire magician
who gave Newstead Abbey to Nottingham"
Click Here • "Illusionist Rob Lake to bring mind-blowing performance to Cape
Town"
Click Here • That's all for this week. As always your UK magic news is
welcomed. See you next week, Duncan.
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