Number
1291 - Saturday 22nd March 2025
Derren Brown Only Human
UK Tour - opens Friday 4th April at the Wycombe Swan. In
2025 Derren Brown returns to the stage with a brand new live touring
show, 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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Two
of magic's brightest stars, Andy Nyman and Simon Lipkin, at the Olivier Awards Nominee
lunch on Friday, 14th. Simon is nominated for Best Actor in a Musical for
his performance as Fagin in Oliver (currently playing at the
Gielgud Theatre),
and Andy for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical for his performance as Horace in
Hello Dolly (Andy can be seen in The Producers at the
Garrick Theatre
from September). The Olivier Awards 2025 will take place on Sunday, 6th April,
at the Royal Albert Hall.
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David
Blaine: Do Not Attempt. David Blaine explores the world
through the art of illusion. In Brazil, David meets daredevils, artists,
explorers and athletes. Thursday 27th March on National Geographic. Also
on Disney+ See
TV Magic for details.
"David Blaine: 'I perform less stunts now after
everything changed’"
www.metro.co.uk
"The Studio to David Blaine Do Not Attempt: the seven best shows to stream this
week"
www.theguardian.com
"David Blaine Explores Magic Across The World In 'David Blaine: Do Not Attempt'" YouTube
"David Blaine Does Mind-Blowing Magic Trick for Jimmy Kimmel & Ellen Pompeo" YouTube
"David Blaine on Kissing a King Cobra, Doing Ill-Advised Things & Planning a Big Final Stunt" YouTube. 22.3.25
The
Magic Circle Convention, London - 22nd June 2025. Celebrating 120 Years!
Non-member registration opens April 1st. Get ready for an extraordinary day
filled with mystery, wonder, and jaw-dropping performances as The Magic Circle
marks its 120th anniversary at the highly anticipated 4th Annual Convention on
Sunday, 22nd June 2025. Taking place at our iconic HQ, The Centre for The Magic
Arts in Stephenson Way, this event promises to be a milestone in the magical
world.
We are excited to announce that Robin Deville, the winner of The One competition
in Blackpool, will be performing at this year's Convention! Joining him on stage
are two other incredible acts: Marc Paul, one of the UK's leading mentalists,
renowned for his razor-sharp wit and extraordinary mind-reading feats, and
Topas, a world-class magician whose performances have enchanted audiences
globally with his refined style and remarkable illusions.
In addition to these phenomenal performances, the Convention will feature the
Magic Emporium Dealers' Showcase at the beautiful Wesley Hotel, where attendees
can explore the latest and greatest in magic products and tricks. Whether you're
a seasoned magician or a passionate fan of magic, this is an event you won't
want to miss! Non-member registration opens on Tuesday, 1st April
www.themagiccircle.co.uk.
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"Magician
Steven Frayne details health struggles and wows with tricks!"
YouTube.
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All
Done by Kindness at The Magic Circle. Marvin Berglas, President of The Magic
Circle writes: I was delighted to witness a truly wonderful show "All Done by
Kindness" on Wednesday at our sold-out HQ to an enthusiastic theatre audience
specifically to raise funds for The Magic Circle Benevolent Fund.
Congratulations and a massive thank you to organiser and impresario James
Freedman and all the team. 22 wonderful volunteers who gave their time and
talents to put on such a great evening.
The show was expertly hosted by Tom Brace and starred Taylor Morgan, Rebecca
Foyle, Danny Hunt, Stephanie Hunt, Edward Hilsum, James Freedman and Paul
Zerdin, with close-up magic from Wayne Fox, Michael J Fitch, Chris Power and Matt
Daniel-Baker.
Front and back of house: Wayne Trice, Andrew Trice, Jamie Ford, Kaz and team, Megan Swann, Alexander Crawford, Matt Barber, Steve Best, Brendan Rodriguez and Bob Hamilton. An amazing team effort - proving once again what can be achieved with a bit of time, love and collaboration. Thank you. 22.3.25
Hocus
Focus The Kid Who Missed The Trick - a brand new family magic show in
London. Pete and Alex are a pair of pyjamas. No wait. Performers. And
they're here to tell you a story about an incredible adventure, full of comedy,
audience interaction... and real, mind-blowing magic. But they keep getting
distracted by their phones. If they can look up for a second, they'll introduce
you to all kinds of characters. An amazing talking frog. An invisible wizard,
too. A giant rabbit with an attitude problem. And there's also Hocus, a small
boy who longs to be a magician, until a wicked conjuror swipes his attention and
traps it in a small black glass box.
Starring Pete and Alex Heat, this family magic show is perfect for anyone aged 7
and above. The run is extremely limited so tickets will sell fast... book now to
avoid disappointment! 12th & 13th April.
www.magicianstablelive.com/hocus-focus.
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Ace
Magical Variety Show, King's Hall, Ilkley, 7th June. From the promoter:
Tickets are now available online via the Bradford Theatres box office for this
amazing magic variety show on 7th June 2025 at Kings Hall in Ilkley! Raising
money for Yorkshire Cancer Research, and starring Matricks Illusion, Jimmy
Cricket, John Danbury, John Kimmons, Steve Gore, Kay Dyson, Fundini, WTA Dance
Academy, Deanna and Abra 'Kid' Abra! Plus John Danbury's daughters Imogen & Iris
are singing and there are a whole host of close up magicians performing
beforehand including John Hotowka, Zak Stone, Rich Stubbs & Stuart Cooper! See
www.bradford-theatres.co.uk and
www.acemagicalvarietyshows.com.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week,
John Gaughan and Isis on John Fisher's 'The Best of Magic' from 27th
September 1989. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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West
End Magic.
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. Next London show, 29th
March, see
www.westendmagic.com.
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Xulio
Merin at The Wizards Weekender 2025. From the organisers: The Wizards
Weekender 2025 will play host to Xulio Merino, the Spanish sponge ball king who
fooled Penn & Teller! The annual convention, organised by Chris Cross, kicks off
with a huge magic auction at 10am on Friday 25th April, which is a free event
for all to simply turn up to. Then on Saturday and Sunday there are dealers,
lectures and performances from Xulio, John Hotowka, Craig Petty & Ryland, Nikola
Arkane, Paul Kitchini, Chris Congreave, Katie Trickett, Howard Blackwell, Graeme
Shaw and Colin Bourdiec. It's sure to be a great weekend of magic and tickets
are available here:
www.theenchantedrabbit.com.
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Wayne
Fox Lecture - Kent Magicians Guild, 25th March. Mike Ingham writes: On
Tuesday 25th March, at the Kent Magicians Guild, Wayne Fox will be presenting
his new lecture. Please do come along and support Wayne, he is incredibly
entertaining and very creative. Meeting starts at 8pm at the Stag Theatre,
London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1ZZ. Guests are very welcome, £5 entry fee
(pay on the night).
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Wayne Dobson's
Legacy Deck. From the producers: The Legacy Deck was born out of the
phenomenal success of Wayne Dobson's Legacy, a trilogy of books
published last year by Vanishing Inc. The deck is not a regular deck of
cards, but a photo album of people both in magic and in Wayne's life.
All these people have a special place in Wayne's heart. Whether it be
love, inspiration, admiration or he just likes them a lot!
The back of each card incorporates Steve Dela's excellent Night Flight
Deck design and there is a 'little extra' too. The deck features an
exclusive Wayne Dobson Joker, superbly draw by Wayne's carer, Jessica
Buckingham. A double-backer, a gimmicked card to make Ringo Rabbit
(again superbly drawn by Jessica) disappear, and lastly a Special Guest
card, where each and everyone who buys this deck can add a passport
sized photo of themselves or someone else and be a part of Wayne's
Legacy. The deck comes with a booklet written by Bob Gill, that provides
information about all the cards and the people on them. These decks are
in limited supply so don't miss out!
Click Here to order.
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Ian
Adair and The Enchanted Rabbit Magic Emporium. Chris Cross writes: Chris
Cross & The Enchanted Rabbit Magic Emporium purchased all associated rights to
the inventions and publications of the late Ian Adair and his estate this week.
A full range of Adair's publications are now available on The Enchanted Rabbit's
website, see here:
www.theenchantedrabbit.com.
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Merlins
Magic Auction - Sunday 18th May! The Merlins of Wakefield Magic
Auction is on Sunday, May 18th, and they've already got over 200 items up for
grabs. Tickets are vanishing quickly, so don't miss out—grab yours now!
Remember, entry is by ticket only. Come snag a deal and check out our Bricks and
Mortar shop in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.
Click Here for more details and tickets.
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Aberdeen
magicians' call-out for historic magic artefacts. A group of magicians in
the north east of Scotland is on the hunt for artefacts and mementos of the
region's rich magic history for an upcoming exhibition. Aberdeen Magical Society
celebrates its centenary in 2026, and has issued an appeal to magicians and
historians around the world who have any items linked with the area's magic
heritage. Collectors can get in touch with exhibition curators, Nicolas Maulet
MMC and Dave Goulding, on
mail@aberdeenmagic.com with information about props, posters, playbills and
memorabilia relating to magicians from the area – as well any souvenirs from
touring magic shows that have visited the Granite City.
Committee member Nicolas said: "The north east of Scotland has such an
incredible magic history and, as Aberdeen Magical Society approaches its 100th
anniversary, we are looking forward to pulling back the curtain on a world that
is often so secretive. We know there are magicians and historians out there that
will have some incredible material in their collections, and we would love to
hear from them so we can tell a full story about magic in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen Magical Society was founded in 1926, and for almost a century has promoted the art of magic across the north east of Scotland. Membership is open to anyone aged 18+ with a genuine interest in performing or studying magic. For more information visit www.aberdeenmagic.com or follow Aberdeen Magical Society on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. 22.3.25
Special
E-Club Pro Sign Up Offer. Mark Leveridge's amazing online magic resource,
E-Club Pro, offers magicians of all types and experience a one-stop shop for
great magic, advice and information. Members have access to hundreds of routines
for close up, stand up, mentalism and children's work, plus they can benefit
from professional level advice about a huge range of magical topics. Established
in 2011 and updated and added to every month, E-Club Pro provides an unrivalled
resource which taps directly into Mark's personal creativity and experience
gained during his 44 years as a full time pro. Membership starts at £12 per
month and there is no fixed membership period, so you can stay as long as you
like. Now is also a great time to join, because anyone who signs up before
midnight on the 31st March 2025 will receive a £10 online credit voucher to
spend on MLM products in each of the first three months of membership! So, give
yourself a treat and go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/#e-prices and sign up today and thus not only open
up everything that E-Club Pro has to offer, but also make sure you claim your
£10 x 3 credit vouchers.
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CCC Convention - now sold out! Chris Congreave's convention on 5th & 6th April with John Morton, Adam Dadswell, Liam Montier, Christian Grace and Steve Cook has now sold out. All you can do now is to keep an eye out for next year's event, which will be advertised on www.stellarmagicshop.com. 22.3.25
Paul Daniels on The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club, this Sunday. Series 3, Episode 2. Elaine Delmar sings You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Alvin Stardust performs My Coo Ca Choo and Jealous Mind. Also featuring performances from the Vernons and Paul Daniels. Sunday 23rd March, on Talking Pictures TV. From 1975. Pretty sure this was his first appearance on The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club. See TV Magic for details. 22.3.25
"Cumbrian
magician nominated for 'Olympics of Magic' award"
Click Here • Oliver
Meech's The Effervescent Lecture as seen at The Surrey Society of Magicians
is reviewed by Chris Wardle this week,
Click Here • "The twins who can make a DeLorean fly on stage"
Click
Here • "Magician Dynamo shares heartbreaking triple family tragedy and says
'lost everything'"
Click Here • "New Zealand magic act Laser Kiwi dazzles Penn & Teller"
Click Here • Many thanks as always to everyone who submitted news items this
week. See you next week, Duncan.
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