Number
1284 - Saturday 1st February 2025
Penn
& Teller: Fool Us - Season 11 Episode 1: The Penn & Teller 50th
Anniversary Special. Starring Young & Strange, Piff and a secret
weapon, and Piero Venesia all trying to fool the veteran duo with their
illusions. Plus, an amazing first-time two-act trick by Penn & Teller.
Brooke Burke continues as host. Penn & Teller challenge magicians to
perform in front of them and, if they can fool the famous duo, they'll
win a 5-star trip to Las Vegas to perform as the opening act in Penn &
Teller's world-famous show at the Rio Hotel & Casino... Full show:
YouTube. [So good to see both Young & Strange and Piff on this 50th
Anniversary show. DT].
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Steven
Frayne: Up Close and Magical 2025. Underbelly Boulevard, Soho, London. 28th
March to 11th May. 47 Shows, 33 Dates. Tickets are now on sale:
www.magictheimpossible.com.
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West
End Magic - 2025 UK Tour Dates. London's longest running theatre magic show.
Expect award-winning magic, illusion, audience participation, mind magic, clever
switches, perilous knife juggling and comedy magic all held together by an
electrifying host. The show has a permanent home in London at the Leicester
Square Theatre and also tours UK theatres and venues.
Wednesday 19th February - Little Theatre, Leicester
Saturday 29th March - Leicester Square Theatre, London
Saturday 5th April - Astor Theatre, Deal
Sunday 13th April - Assembly Rooms, Tamworth
Saturday 19th April - Harrogate Theatre
Saturday 26th April - Public Halls, Witney
Saturday 3rd May - Little Theatre, Sheringham
Saturday 24th May - Komedia, Bath
Friday 25th July - Taunton Brewhouse, Somerset
Saturday 27th September - Woodville Halls, Gravesend
Friday 10th October - Quay theatre, Sudbury
Saturday 18th October - Leicester Square Theatre, London
Friday 7th November - Muni theatre, Colne, Lancashire
See
www.westendmagic.com.
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Gottle
O' Geer: A Celebration of Ventriloquism. Las Vegas headliner, and winner of
America's Got Talent, Paul Zerdin, will be appearing alongside AGT finalist and
winner of Spain's Got Talent Celia Muñoz at next Sunday's event at the Pleasance
Theatre. Both performers will be speaking about their careers, their characters
and their creative processes. They join a stellar line up of ventriloquists,
puppeteers and family entertainers, including Terry Herbert, John Kimmons, Max
Fulham and John Styles MBE. Sunday 9th February at the Pleasance Theatre,
London. For further information, and to book, see
www.ventriloquist.one.
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Barry
Jones, one half of the comedy/magic duo Barry and Stuart, teams up with his
wife Lora, a professional mystery writer, for the new weekly podcast: The
Magician's Wife.
Each episode takes a deep dive into the world's most bizarre mysteries – from
chilling true crime to the unexplained paranormal – unravelling their secrets
with a blend of detective work and magical insight. But it's not just
analysis... as listeners are actively encouraged to participate in a series of
brain-bending audio illusions and interactive magic tricks.
In the latest episode, Barry and Lora tackle a terrifying case of poisoned
painkillers sold to the public. Then Barry uses his magician's expertise to
reveal how a killer could tamper with supermarket food, leaving the tamper-proof
seal untouched.
The Magician's Wife is available on all major podcast platforms and at
www.themagicianswife.co.uk.
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February
is packed with top-tier mentalism content for MMR members! We're going
old-school with a deep dive into S.A.D Mentalism from 2006, featuring an
updated look at the ESP card routine Wake Up Dr. Rhine. By popular
demand, our special live guest is Scott Creasy, delivering an exclusive Q&A and
lecture. Plus, enjoy our weekly members' jams, a live group session at the
month's end, and access to our private forum. Members also get 20% off at
Read My Mind Ltd!
Join us inside My Mind Rocks:
www.mymind.rocks.
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World
Champion of Online Magic - FISM 2025. From the organisers: For the first time
in history, the World Champion of Online Magic will be awarded during the WCM, a
new demonstration category proudly introduced by FISM Italy 2025. This marks yet
another groundbreaking revolution from FISM Italy 2025.
The competition will officially open on February 1st, and on that day, we'll
provide all the details you need to participate in this incredible championship.
Stay tuned to be the first to discover this exciting news and be part of this
unique opportunity to shape the future of magic! See
www.fismitaly2025.com.
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The Magic Car Boot Sale - Birmingham, tomorrow! Alec Powell writes: The Magic Car Boot Sale will take place again on Sunday 2nd February from 10am at The Austin Sports & Social Club, 30 Tessall Lane, Longbridge, Birmingham B312SF. Over 30 stalls, thousands of bargains, hot breakfast rolls and a great get-together. Admission £5. If you would like to book a table, they are £20 each if available. Contact Alec Powell, alec@alecpowell.co.uk or call 07831 115448. Join us on www.facebook.com. 1.2.25
Tony
Antoniou 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: "Tony Antoniou - The
Best Peek Wallet, Magic Circle Council, Mindhacker & Leatherwork"
YouTube.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week, "mathemagics" from Arthur Benjamin on The Paul Daniels Magic Show
from 14th September 1985. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Mark
James Lecture - The Mercian Mystics Magic Society, 4th
February. Andrew Sherratt writes: Mark James lectures for us on Tuesday, 4th
February at 8pm. As an added bonus Darren Robinsion (Warped Magic) will be
attending with his dealers stall as well. Visiting magicians welcome. £5.00 on
the door.
The Mercian Mystics Magic Society, Smallthorne Victory Club, 300 Hanley
Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 1RE. For more info and directions please contact
andrewsherratt@themagiccircle.co.uk.
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Mark
James Lecture - South Downs Magicians, 5th February. Des King writes: Mark
is one of the magic world's most experienced lecturers having released two
Penguin Live's, four Alakazam Academies, multiple DVD and download projects, as
well as participating in Vanishing Inc's Connected Live convention. He's also
travelled the world sharing magic at conventions and magic clubs, including
consecutive years at The Session, MagiFest, multiple IBM's and the world's
largest magic convention in Blackpool.
Now is your chance to see this fascinating and informative stage magic lecture, featuring all of the great magic that has taken Mark around the planet to performances at the world famous Magic Castle, House of Cards Nashville and the Chicago Magic Lounge, alongside over a decade of 200 shows per year touring the UK and the world's finest cruise ships. The lecture is on Wednesday 5th February. Visiting magicians are welcome to attend for a fee of £8.00. The meeting starts at 8pm and is held at The Parish Hall, High Street, Handcross, near Crawley, West Sussex RH17 6BJ. 1.2.25
Mark
James Lecture - Modern Mystic League (new venue), 9th February. Brian
Lead writes: Mark James will the first Star Lecturer of 2025 at the Modern
Mystic League (Blackburn) on Sunday, 9th February at 2pm. Mark promises to take
the wraps off what it takes to be a top flight entertainer, in a lecture titled
'The Anatomy of a Magician'. He'll be explaining why the classics of magic are
just that, covering among other things his personal take on the Cups and Balls,
Silk to Egg, 8 Cards to Pocket, Vanishing Elephant, Billiard Balls, Blindfold
Book Test and Multiplying Bottles.
Mark has worked professionally for two decades, and in 40 countries. He blends
expert sleight-of-hand magic with comedy, juggling and vaudevillian skills,
appearing at The Magic Castle in Hollywood and on board the Orient Express. Mark
has also provided audience warm-up for TV shows, so he has a fund of stories to
tell as well as passing on invaluable magical advice and routines.
Please Note: This event will not take place in our usual venue, but at Kingsway
Court, Greenhurst Place, Blackburn BB2 1NA. Visiting magicians welcomed; we just
ask for a donation, and refreshments will be included. It's going to be a
fantastic opening to the MML year, and we hope all our magician friends will be
able to join us for what will undoubtedly be a memorable afternoon.
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Mark
James Lecture - The Order of The Magi, 10th February. Mike Sharples
writes: The lecture will feature performances and explanations of Mark's
revolutionary handling for Cups & Balls, Silk to Egg, 8 Cards to Pockets,
Billiard Balls, Blindfolded Booktest, Multiplying Bottles, Vanishing an Elephant
and more. He'll also discuss how to find a great opener, using music in your
show, understanding and implementing character, and tell you some of his
favourite stories from the last 20 years of his career in magic. This is
guaranteed to be an unmissable night. Visiting magicians are welcome for an
entrance fee of £10.00. For more information, please contact Mike Sharples on
0774 8833666 or email
secretary@orderofthemagi.co.uk.
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Craig
Petty Lecture - Cambridge Pentacle Club, 4th February. Hugh Newsam writes:
The one and only Craig Petty will be lecturing at the Cambridge Pentacle Club on
Tuesday 4th February. Doors open at 7.30pm and the lecture starts at 8pm. Non
Members £10 on the door or from
www.pentacleclub.com in advance. Venue: Cambridge Pentacle Magic Club, St
Andrew's Church Centre, Cherry Hinton, Cambridge CB1 3JS.
www.pentacleclub.com.
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The
Feb/Mar 2025 E-Video Newsletter. The very latest online video offering from
Mark Leveridge is now available, featuring: The Teach In – learn a quick
signed coin transposition effect called Your Place Or Mine? which requires no
gimmicks. Pro Peeks – extracted from the E-Club Pro Vintage Vault is this
feature close up routine called Jumbo Duo which combines magic and mentalism.
The Table Magician Unplugged – in part 10 of the series based on The Table
Magician e-book I give some final pointers on timing your table approach. The
Trick Box – from The Strolling Magician E-Book, comes this very commercial
handling for a 4 Ace production. Web Offers – get your hands on Beer
Money (produce cash from between two beer mats) and Colour Confusion (a colour
changing deck) for less. 60 Seconds To Success – suggestions for ways to
entertain the difficult spectator group of teenagers! To watch the complete 39
minute presentation, simply sign up to Mark's free E-Club Lite at
www.markleveridge.co.uk/#e-prices which also provides you with his monthly
email newsletter, and the weekly Back-Chat blog.
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Dynamo Special: Manchester United. "The magician formerly known as Dynamo attends a Manchester United disabled supporters' lunch, where he performs for the crowd as a curtain-raiser for his Sky series Miracles." Sunday 2nd February on Sky Showcase. See TV Magic. 1.2.25
Fabulous Flops. Witches and Whales. Series 1, episode 2. Paul Roseby talks to Kit Hesketh-Harvey about his roles in two infamous musicals - Y, a cabaret show about an illusionist, and Which Witch, a goth-rock opera penned by two Norwegians whose previous claim to fame was scoring no points in the Eurovision Song Contest. Musical director Martin Lowe discusses working on Cameron Mackintosh's first flop Moby Dick, which was the story of a group of schoolgirls putting on a show about the eponymous whale. Originally broadcast in 2004. Monday 3rd February on BBC Radio 4 Extra. See TV Magic. 1.2.25
"5
Lessons From A Magician About Captivating Teams And Customers"
Click Here • "16 Year Old Magician Baffles Ray!"
Click Here • "TV presenter screamed in pain as she's stabbed with
nail as magic trick goes wrong on air"
Click Here • "Our Magic"
YouTube • "Keith Barry says his 'heart is broken' as he announces
death of father"
Click Here • "Merlin Magic Bali Makes Dining 'Magic' in Ubud"
Click Here • "Spectacular magician show to be held on steam train
near Surrey for families to enjoy this half term"
Click Here • That's it for another week. Your UK magic news and
reviews always welcomed. See you next week, Duncan.
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