Number
1309 - Saturday 26th July 2025
Mind2Mind:
FISM World Champions of Mentalism 2025. Many congratulations to the
UK's Mind2Mind
(James Harrington & Marina Liani) on being awarded 1st Prize in the
'Stage: Mental Magic' category at FISM Italy, last week. No less than 15
acts competed in this keenly fought section, but Mind2Mind wowed with an amazing performance! Many
congratulations also to the FISM Grand Prix Winners for Stage
Francesco
Della Bona (Italy) and for Close-up
Ibuki (Japan). See
www.fismitaly2025.com and
www.fism.org for all
the results.
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Matthew
Keys: Third in FISM World Champion of Street Magic 2025.
Congratulations to Edinburgh based magician Matthew Keys on being placed
third in the new World Champion of Street Magic category at FISM 2025.
An excellent achievement in this newly formed FISM category. You can
read all about Matthew's adventure here:
www.matthewkeys.co.uk/winning-at-the-olympics-of-magic (Photo
credit: Tom Timon).
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Edinburgh
Fringe Magic Spotlight. Igor Lipinski's Piano Illusions. From
Caroline’s on Broadway to Mozarthaus in Vienna, Polish pianist Igor
Lipinski returns with his one-of-a-kind show of piano and magic at the
stunning St Mark’s Unitarian Church (artSpace@StMarks). Featuring
flutist Anna Chenoweth Lipinski. Directed by Paul Christman. "Igor is
an original. He thrills you on the piano. He mystifies you with magical
illusions. And he keeps you laughing with his impudent, charismatic
charm" Teller, of Penn & Teller. See
www.edfringe.com for show times.
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Oliver!
Lionel Bart's Musical Masterpiece. Be transported to 1830s London in
Oliver!, Lionel Bart's iconic musical that has been revised in an
all-new production by Cameron Mackintosh with director and choreographer
Matthew Bourne.
Based on Charles Dickens's 1838 novel, Oliver Twist, the musical tells
the classic tale of a young orphan, Oliver Twist, who is seeking a home
and family. Things aren't easy on the streets of London, and soon
enough, Oliver becomes part of a gang of child pickpockets. The musical
examines the London underworld through a child's perspective.
This exciting new revival boasts a stellar cast, including
actor/magician Simon Lipkin (Guys and Dolls, The Beaker Girls) as Fagin
and Aaron Sidwell (EastEnders, Wicked) as Bill Sikes. See
www.gielgudtheatre.co.uk for dates and tickets. Also see
"Backstage with... Simon Lipkin"
www.musicalsmagazine.com.
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Justin
Willman: Magic Lover - Netflix in the UK. Sleight-of-hand sorcery.
Mischievous mind games. Mind-blowing illusions. Justin Willman conjures
up laughs in a special where comedy and magic collide. "Justin Willman:
Magic Lover" was produced by Justin Kredible Productions and The Nacelle
Company and was originally released on June 17th 2025 on Netflix UK.
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Phoenix
Dice X and Mental Prediction Clock at Merlins. Merlins write:
Exciting news! Merlins Magic Shop have two new pre-order items this
week.
Phoenix Dice XL is on special offer until the end of July, with a
20% discount off the regular price. Plus, the
Mental Prediction Clock by Magic Wagon is available in very limited
supply. Make sure to order now for delivery in early August. Don't miss
out on these great deals! See
www.merlinswakefield.com.
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The
Man Who Was Magic - Underbelly Boulevard London, 15th-24th August. From the
promoter: Dare to believe in magic as the UK's #1 magic show returns to London
with a completely new, award-winning show for 2025: The Man Who Was Magic.
You're invited to a night of wonder, as secrets unravel and the impossible
becomes possible.
Presented by James Phelan – the first magician in history to sell out a solo-run
at The Magic Circle in London and most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard
after predicting the lottery. Following an unprecedented run of shows around the
world – this uplifting five-star magic show will leave you aching with laughter
and dizzy in disbelief. "An unforgettable evening we can't stop talking
about." The Standard. See
www.underbellyboulevard.com to book.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week, The Great Kovari on 'You Bet' from 8th March 1997. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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The
Magicians Table. London's hottest immersive close-up magic experience,
now booking to September. Step into the private performance space and warehouse
of Dieter Roterburg, famed carnival owner and magician for a night of magic,
drinking, music and mystery... it's a night you'll never forget.
www.magicianstablelive.com.
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Neil
Henry's Desert Island Tricks. "Neil Henry, master of viral magic
videos and unforgettable pranks, invites us into his world where play
isn't just entertainment, it’s a pathway to possibility. From his early
days selling tricks at Covent Garden's Magic Cave to creating videos
seen by half a billion people, Neil shares the philosophy that's guided
his creative journey. "When a non-magician is asked to make someone fly,
they immediately say 'I can't.' But a magician asks, 'What would it look
like if I could?' This simple shift in thinking, Neil reveals, has
applications far beyond magic tricks, it’s how he manifested his dream
house against seemingly impossible financial odds."
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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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. (Repeat) Tuesday 5th August on Sky Sports Premier League. See TV Magic for details. 26.7.25
"Illusionist
stabbed through arm during act with sabers at Scheveningen show.
Illusionist Hans Klok was injured during his signature saber act at a
show in Scheveningen on Sunday afternoon..." Read the full story in
www.nltimes.nl.
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Spinal
Tap II: The End Continues - Official Trailer
YouTube.
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John Styles MIMC, MBE. 28th September 1934 - 24th July 2025.
Famed for his Punch & Judy expertise, John was also an accomplished
magician, speaker, and film and theatre consultant, and always took
great delight in performing his 'Chelsea Pensioner' act. He will be
sadly missed.
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"Magician teaches Brad Pitt
card tricks ahead of F1: The Movie"
Click Here • "Who Is Suhani Shah? Indian Mentalist Wins 'Best Magic
Creator' In Italy"
Click Here •
"Magician Keith Barry to cast a spell on customers at relaunch of EZ
Living’s Waterford store"
Click Here • "Illusionist Robby Bennett is jumping out of a plane
with no parachute"
Click Here • Tommy Cooper's magic robe to go under the hammer"
Click Here • "Cooper's robe sold to magic legend just like that"
Click Here • "Karan Singh Magic Got The Most Exciting Reaction From
THIS Celebrity After Performing A Trick!"
Click Here • "Beyond Possible: The Magic Of The Impossible Comes
Alive In New Illusionist Show"
Click Here • "With His New Show, Ta-Da!, Josh Sharp Finds the
Magic—and the Music—in a 2,000-Slide PowerPoint Presentation"
Click Here • Thanks as always for your UK magic news - see you next
week, Duncan.
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