Number
1293 - Saturday 5th April 2025
Paul
Zerdin plays Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club, Las Vegas. The newest chapter of
comedy on the Las Vegas Strip has begun. Curated and designed by comedian,
writer, producer, and Emmy Award-winning TV host Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Kimmel's
Comedy Club aims to capture the spirit of classic Vegas in a venue
seating up to 300 guests. See:
www.jimmykimmelscomedyclub.com. Paul Zerdin dates and tickets:
www.tickets-center.com. Paul Zerdin can be seen back in the UK at The London
Palladium in December and January:
www.palladiumpantomime.com.
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Illusion
Impossible - UK Tour Dates. From the promoter: Now in its 4th Year,
Illusion Impossible is once again on tour. Illusionist Kayden Black
returns, and is joined by award winning magician Michael Carr and award
winning escapologist Andy Storm. The show has been completely revamped
with Magic, Comedy, Music, Illusions, Escapes and some breathtaking
moments.
Tickets are now on sale at the following venues:
5th April - Ellesmere Port Civic Hall
9th April - Castle Theatre - Wellingborough
11th April - Exeter Corn Exchange
12th April - Babbacombe Theatre
17th April - Watersmeet Theatre Rickmansworth
18th April - The Hawth Theatre Crawley
19th April - Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Guildford
24th April - Forum Theatre Billingham
25th April - Weymouth Pavilion
27th April - The Spotlight Theatre Hoddesdon
26th September - Mansfield Palace Theatre
29th October - Princess Alexandra Auditorium
With more venues throughout 2025 to be added. Get your tickets now,
before they all disappear!
www.illusionimpossible.co.uk.
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FISM
Italy 2025. This July 160 magicians from around the globe will
compete to win the most prestigious title in magic: The FISM World
Champion of Magic. The contest is divided into two main categories, with
subsections in each: Under 'Stage Magic' there's Mental Magic,
Manipulation, General Magic, Stage Illusions and Comedy Magic. And under
'Close-Up Magic' there's Card Magic, Micro Magic and Parlour Magic.
Six acts, and all members of The Magic Circle, competing from the UK are:
Douglas Tilston aka The Mad Hatter (Close-up: Micro Magic)
Edward Hilsum (Close-up: Parlour Magic)
Harry Merlin Piper (Stage: Illusions)
Matthew Le Mottée (Close-up: Parlour Magic)
Mind2Mind, James Harrington & Marina Liani-Harrington (Stage: Mental Magic)
Taylor Morgan (Stage: General Magic)
Very best of luck to them all. See www.fismitaly2025.com. 5.4.25
Film
of the Great Levante and his first UK tour. Australian magician
Leslie Cole – The Great Levante – had a successful career over many
decades. The Davenport family filmed his show on his first UK tour in
the 1930s. Take a look at the film and, with the help of Kent Blackmore,
learn about the tricks he presented as well as his career in magic.
www.davenportcollection.co.uk.
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Trix
2025 - Stoke on Trent, 12th & 13th May at DoubleTree by Hilton,
Festival Way, Stoke on Trent ST1 5BQ. Names announced to date: Danny
Buckler, Martin Gardiner, Paul Megram and Wayne Goodman. Tickets £100
from
www.trixinthestix.uk. For all the latest visit the Facebook Group:
www.facebook.com/groups/trixinthestix.
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Kevin
Quantum: Edinburgh
Magic at the Caledonian Hotel. Enjoy 60 minutes of enchanting
Edinburgh Magic at the historic Caledonian Hotel. Enter the stunning
Versailles Suite and witness an unbelievable performance of magic tricks
that have fooled some of the most famous names associated with the city,
including Harry Houdini, King Charles and Harry Potter author, JK
Rowling. An intimate evening of wonder in enchanting surroundings with
master magician Kevin Quantum.
Wheelchair accessible and all areas are designed with accessibility in
mind. Nearby public transportation options make arrival and departure
convenient. Infants must be seated on an adult's lap during the
experience. Experience the magic of a Saturday night public performance
or opt for a private performance for your tour group on an alternative
date, subject to availability.
3rd, 10th, 23rd, 24th, 31st May and 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 28th June at Caledonian Hotel, Princes Street, Edinburgh EH1 2AB. Tickets available at www.edinburghmagic.co.uk. 5.4.25
The
Magic Circle Convention, London - Non-member registrations now open! 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. 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
registrations now open,
Click Here.
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Alex
McAleer: Mind Reader - Jacksons Lane, London, 31st May. From the
promoter: Alex McAleer has an uncanny ability to tap into his audience's
minds and seemingly read their thoughts at will. Having played to packed
houses at the Edinburgh Fringe, award-nominated sell-out shows in
Australia, and toured extensively across North America and the UK as the
stand-out star of Champions of Magic, Alex has earned a
reputation as a charismatic, engaging, and witty entertainer. In this
unforgettable show, he combines razor-sharp humour with mind-blowing
psychological feats, creating an interactive and laugh-out-loud
experience.
Don't miss your chance to see Alex McAleer live! Saturday 31st May at 7.30pm at Jacksons Lane, 269a Archway Road, London N6 5AA. Tickets: £20. Age: 12+. Duration: 2 x 45 minutes (with an interval) See www.jacksonslane.org.uk. 5.4.25
The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week,
Bill Malone on 'The World's Wildest Magic' in 1997. Broadcast on 30th
June 2000 on Channel 5. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Hull
Magicians' Circle Late Night Magic - Middleton Hall, 12th April. Jon
Marshall writes: Friends and magic fans - here's a late-night live
entertainment treat, a great show packed with comedy, magic, glamour and
amazing juggling. Promoted by Hull Magicians' Circle the show features
the stars of London's longest running Magic show, West End Magic.
Compere Wayne Trice will introduce award winning magician Oliver Tabor,
performer, Vicky Butterfly and incredible juggler, Mat Ricardo. And it's
only £10 (plus booking fee). 10pm on Saturday 12th April at Hull's
Middleton Hall, Cottingham Road HU6 7RX. Book now:
www.ticketsource.co.uk or ring box office 0333 666 3366. There's
close-up, right under your nose, magic in the bar from 9.30pm!
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Aidan
the Wizard: I Can Read Minds - The Grand Junction, Buckingham, Friday
11th April. From the promoter: If you've ever wanted to meet a
wizard, have your mind blown and laugh your socks off, all in one
night... this is the show for you! Aidan will be bringing his smash-hit
show 'I Can read Minds' back to The Grand Junction, Buckingham MK18 1NT.
Expect insane new magic, crazy mind-reading stunts and hilarious
stand-up comedy in a show about the brutal reality of life.
If you've seen Aidan live in the past, you'll already know that this is
not one to miss. And if you haven't seen Aidan before, rest assured,
this entire show will be nothing short of mental. Book here:
www.seetickets.com.
5.4.25
The
April/May 2025 E-Video Newsletter. Mark Leveridge is pleased to
announce the release of his latest online video presentation, featuring:
The Teach In – learn one of the ring off moves from Mark's
marketed Ring And String Deluxe package. Pro Peeks – extracted
from the Tool Box section of the E-Club Pro Archive is a practical
handling for a multiple card force. The Table Magician Unplugged
– part 11 of the series based on The Table Magician e-book starts to
look at how to approach a table. The Trick Box – taken from volume 2 of
the Collected Card Magic of Mark Leveridge, is a prediction effect
called Corrector. Web Offers – save big on the e-book entitled
Four-midable Coin Creations and the children's feature routine called
Gnashers. 60 Seconds To Success – here is some important advice
on how to approach and stop spectators who are walking along at events
such as trade shows or weddings. To watch the complete 33 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..
5.4.25
Matt
Price - New President of The Order of The Magi. Mike Sharples
writes: The Order of The Magi is very pleased to introduce to the
wonderful magic community its new President, Matt Price. Matt was
installed as the society's latest President at the recent AGM, following
Andrew Normansell who held the role for the past 12 months. If you want
to meet Matt then why don't you come along to the first meeting in our
116th year of magic in Manchester on Tuesday the 8th April. The lecture
will be performed by The Fantastic Mr. Fox (no not the one created by
Roald Dahl) but the real life Mr. Wayne Fox. His lecture is called The
Tutorials and is a combination of Wayne's Magic Circle Close Up routine
and an "up close and personal workshop session".
The lecture starts at 7.45pm with a chance to purchase some of Wayne's
latest effects at discounted prices. Visiting magicians are welcome for
a entrance fee of £10.00. For more information please contact Mike
Sharples
secretary@orderofthemagi.co.uk or 0774 8833666.
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Chris
Congreave, Wolverhampton Circle of Magicians Close-up Champion. WCM
write: Wednesday night was the Close-up Competition at Wolverhampton
Circle of Magicians, happy to say the winner of the Tom Laws trophy for
Close Up Magic was Chris Congreave. It was a great night of close-up
magic with magic ranging from cards to coins to balloons and even a
goldfish.
The winner was Chris and here are some of his words after taking home the Tom Laws plate: "It will be nice to have my name on this trophy. I was looking at it last night when I got back and it's full of history, from Tony Shelley winning in the 1960s and friends on there too, like Steve Evans, Colin Massey, Dave Jones, Paul Hancock, Ron Popple, Dave Oakley and Steve Dela (probably others too, sorry if I missed you)". Well done Chris and fellow competitors from The Wolverhampton Circle of Magicians. 5.4.25
Congratulations
to John Ryland for defending his title and winning the Home Counties
Magical Society Close-up Competition. An act involving matching card
predictions, numbers and random decisions saw the judges make him the
winner out of eight competitors. John is pictured (left) receiving the
trophy from Club President Derek Oliver.
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Houdiniana
& Magic Memorabilia Auction. Relics from the shows and life of the
world's most famous magician - Harry Houdini - are set to cross the
block this April. Vintage stone lithographs, "challenges" made to
Houdini, autographs, and a remarkable link between Houdini and Arthur
Conan Doyle will be highlights of the sale. The auction will conclude
with a strong offering of vintage magic memorabilia, including
apparatus, posters, and books. April 26th at
www.potterauctions.com.
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90
Magic Clubs across the UK, from A-Z.
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"'Balloon
people for dogs': Life as a children's entertainer - from salary to heckles"
Click Here • "Magician formerly known as Dynamo 'could not have performed
again without NHS'"
Click Here • "This Vancouver magician is the only Canadian to perform at the
'Olympics of magic'"
Click Here • "The Champions of Magic team are back with an explosive all new
show"
YouTube • "Vancouver magician Vitaly Beckman fools Penn and Teller a
third time"
Click Here • "Magician Lee Terbosic shows us some mind-blowing magic"
Click Here • That's it for another week, many thanks for all your news
submissions - always welcomed, see you next week, Duncan.
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