Number
1310 - Saturday 2nd August 2025
International
Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring No.25 87th Annual Convention.
From the organisers: Join the British Ring for a fantastic one-day
convention on Sunday 14th September, at The Concordia Theatre, Hinckley,
packed full of magic and friendship. Come and browse in the Dealers Hall
with amazing and innovative magic on sale from Eddie McColl, Red Dragon
Magic, Magicbox, Neo Magic, Matricks Illusions, Kaymar Magic and Cubes,
Coins, Cards. From parlour magic to packet tricks, beginners to
professionals you will be able to find effects to get jaws dropping and
people talking.
A full day of magic including both the Close-up and Stage Competitions, lectures, talks and a closing stage show. British Ring Members £65, Partners £65, Non-members £75 (plus booking fees). Extra evening show tickets £15 (plus booking fees). Don’t miss out, limited number of tickets available: Click Here to register. 2.8.25
The
Alakazam Magic Convention: Saturday 9th May, 2026.
Our first guest is two-times Britain's Got Talent finalist Marc Spelmann, the first
magician to receive the Golden Buzzer, who also appeared on America's Got Talent:
The Champions. He's coming to the first ever Alakazam Convention to
not only lecture brand new material, but also to perform his one-man
show; the first time to magicians! It's going to be a phenomenal day
so grab your tickets now!
www.alakazam.co.uk. Saturday 9th May at
www.theashfordcinema.co.uk. Also see
YouTube.
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The
Secret Room at Lauriston Castle. From the organisers: Step into a
real Edwardian castle and uncover the hidden histories of its former
residents – all brought to life by three phenomenal magicians: Lewis
Barlow - master of sleight-of-hand; Brendan Dooley - award-winning
comedy magician; Kevin Quantum - scientist turned illusionist. Expect
sleight of hand, illusion, and storytelling in one of Edinburgh’s most
enchanting locations. Find out more:
www.magicfest.co.uk.
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Derren Brown Interview Part 2.
Here's Part 2 of the just released on YouTube Derren Brown Interview,
by Fergus Flanagan
YouTube. And here's Part One, from a couple of years ago, in case you
missed it:
YouTube.
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Stan
Allen - What's Going On, The Magicians' Podcast Network Interview - free
to view on YouTube. "You know him as the man behind the Magic Live!
convention and Magic Magazine. Today Stan Allen joins us from Las Vegas
to discuss his incredible life in magic." Free to watch:
YouTube. For more interviews like this and much more, subscribe to
The Magicians' Podcast Network on Spotify:
Click Here or Apple:
Click Here.
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Edinburgh
Fringe 2025 Magic Shows Preview - free to view on YouTube
YouTube. For more videos like this, and much more, subscribe to
The Magicians' Podcast Network on Spotify:
Click Here or Apple:
Click Here.
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The Edinburgh Fringe Festival August 2025. Festival Magic listings featuring magic and magic related shows: Click Here. The Magic listings were compiled for MagicWeek by Peter McLanachan: www.thecardman.co.uk, many thanks Peter! 2.8.25
The
North West Dealers Day - Sunday, 12th October. Jonathan Royle
writes: Manchester's Order of the Magi are delighted to announce that
The North West Dealers Day returns on Sunday 12th October from 10am to
5pm at The Irish Heritage Centre, Manchester. Already over half the
tables have been booked so if you have magic to sell now is the time to
visit
www.orderofthemagi.co.uk/dealersday and secure your table at a cost
of just £15 for each 6 foot wide table. Entrance on the day will be just
£3.00 and includes entry into a raffle with lots of Magical Prizes. This
event has grown each year since it restarted 2 years ago and we are
hoping this year will be bigger and better than ever!
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August
at MyMind.Rocks – Updated "Memories" and a Live Session with Josh
Zandman. August at MyMind.Rocks brings a focus on Looch’s updated
version of his classic mind reading effect "Memories", featuring
streamlined handling, new card designs, and downloadable templates ready
for performance. Our special guest this month is Josh Zandman, the
modern king of the book test, joining us live on Wednesday 20th August
at 8pm UK for an exclusive Q&A.
Weekly jam sessions and the monthly live group session continue as
always, offering plenty of chances to connect and learn. New members
also gain instant access to all previous content, including July’s
exclusive hypnosis workshop with David Bolton and the in-depth
Christopher Carter Q&A, making now the perfect time to join at
www.mymind.rocks.
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Rich
Relish's Desert Island Tricks. "What does a magician do when a spectator
wants to read their mind instead of having their own mind read? In a delightful
twist shared by Welsh mentalist Rich Relish, he decided to play along, and was
shocked when the spectator correctly divined his drawing of a house, leaping
into the air with excitement while the wedding photographer captured the perfect
moment." YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week Geoffrey Durham on John Fisher's 'The Best of Magic' from 18th October
1989. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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The
Show - An Amazing Fusion of Magic, Mystery & Illusion - Featuring Belinda Jayne
and Chris North. Coming to the Seagull Theatre in Lowestoft next Friday, 8th
August, at 7.30pm. A great family show for all ages. Book online
www.theseagull.co.uk or call the box office 0333 666 3366.
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The Curious Cabaret - Lincoln & Mansfield, 5th & 6th August. Step into a world where the impossible feels within reach. The Curious Cabaret is an unforgettable night of live magic, mind-reading, and razor-sharp comedy — presented by a rotating cast of world-class magicians, each bringing their own signature twist to the stage. No two nights are the same. From the astonishing to the absurd, expect moments that will leave you questioning reality — and talking about them long after the curtain falls. Acts to be announced soon. 5th August The Berliner, Beeston. 6th August at Cosy Club, Nottingham. Tickets for all events can be found at www.curiouscabaret.co.uk. 2.8.25
The
Aug/Sept 25 E-Video Newsletter. Enjoy the mid-summer edition of Mark
Leveridge's latest E-Video Newsletter in which you will find the
following. The Teach In – Morph is a simple to do close up card
effect which requires no sleight of hand and only one well known move.
Pro Peeks – extracted from the E-Club Pro Top Tips Archive is
this neat idea which enables you to easily keep track of which tables
you’ve worked at. The Table Magician Unplugged – in part 13 of
the series based on The Table Magician e-book Mark explains tactics for
approaching restaurant tables. The Trick Box – from The Mark
Leveridge Lecture Experience E-Book comes a direct and easy to do close
up effect called Melt. Web Offers –two Video TricKlip Downloads
are on offer this time, namely Countdown Prediction and ATM. 60
Seconds To Success – tips on how to judge when the right moment is
to approach tables in a pub or restaurant. To watch the complete 40
minute presentation, simply sign up to Mark's free E-Club Lite at
www.markleveridge.co.uk which also provides you with his monthly
email newsletter, and the weekly Back-Chat blog.
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Johnathon
Breckin presents 'Pure Imagination'. From the promoter: Johnathon Breckin's 'Pure Imagination' takes you on an
unforgettable journey into the world of magic and mentalism making the
impossible seem possible. This intimate performance, set in the iconic Horseshoe
Bar at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, promises to leave you questioning reality as
Johnathon expertly blends mentalism with audience interaction. Prepare for an
evening of mystery, wonder, and mind-bending feats that will leave you
spellbound.
Let your imagination run wild and come and enjoy this intimate, family-friendly
show that blends mentalism, magic and audience interaction. Selected dates. For more details and to book visit:
www.bookings.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com.
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I
Know What You're Thinking: The Collection of the Amazing Kreskin -
Potter & Potter Auctions, 16th August. "Featuring objects, books,
ephemera, and apparatus from the lifelong collection of George Kresge
(1935-2024), an internationally famous entertainer and mentalist who
could read thoughts." Some readers will remember The Amazing World of
Kreskin that was shown here in the UK in the 70s. Some interesting
lots here:
www.potterauctions.com.
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The IT Crowd. Are We Not Men? Roy and Moss revel in their masculinity when they discover a new football website, but cannot keep up the charade for long. Jen has a date with a man who looks like a magician. Starring Chris O'Dowd, Katherine Parkinson and Richard Ayoade." Tuesday 12th August on E4 Extra (repeat). See TV Magic for details [nearly 20 years on, and The IT Crowd remains as brilliant as ever. DT]. 2.8.25
Four
Arms Juggling
YouTube
and
Official Trailer: Thunderbirds 60th Anniversary Collectors Edition Blu-ray YouTube
and
Star Wars Returns to Theatres for 50th Anniversary www.starwars.com. 2.8.25
"Illusionist
Derren Brown coming to Ipswich on 2026 UK tour"
Click Here • "I went to see Derren Brown at Sunderland Empire and
here's what I can and can't tell you"
Click Here • "Review: Anthony Street illusionist at ASB Theatre,
AOTEA Auckland"
Click Here • "From Ozzy Osbourne to the royal family: Chris Dugdale
continues to astonish audiences"
Click Here • "Magician Andy Gross performing this weekend"
Click Here • "Shock Illusionist Dan Sperry: Anti-Conjuror"
Click Here • "Edinburgh funniest fringe joke award scrapped
for 2025"
Click Here • "BGT winner announces new tour dates"
Click Here • "Iconic TV star who featured on Australian Story and
Penn and Teller dies just days after birthday"
Click Here • "Edinburgh Fringe young magician shares inspirational
story of how magic saved his life, in new book"
Click Here • That's it for another week. Your UK magic news is
always welcome - see you next week, Duncan.
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