Number
1311 - Saturday 9th August 2025
The
'Up North' Magic Convention 2026 by The Enchanted Rabbit Magic Boutique.
Magicians, who's coming 'Up North' in 2026? Our Wizard of a Weekend
returns on April 17th-19th 2026 here in Newcastle-upon-Tyne! A small and
friendly magic convention organised by Chris Cross & The Enchanted
Rabbit Magic Boutique! Starring some of the best magicians in the
business - with lectures, dealers and shows! This year we have: The
Oberons (Marc Oberon & Emily), Oliver Tabor, Quentin Reynolds, Prof.
Richard Wiseman, Colin Bourdiec, Simon South, Craig Petty, Ryland & Thea
Petty, Hayden Parker and Luke Jermay! Full weekend tickets are only £85
for access to all events. Day tickets are also available.
Get your tickets here now:
www.theenchantedrabbit.com.
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Clinton
Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse - UK Tour Dates. "Cometh the hour, cometh the
man..." Clinton Baptiste is the hapless clairvoyant, medium and psychic from
Peter Kay’s smash hit Channel 4 TV show Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights. He is here
to conjure up his extraordinary powers for a new generation. At a Clinton show,
he will give readings to the audience, offering advice from beyond the grave. He
will predict your future, tell you about your past and all manner of spooky
stuff an’ that. "The funniest man alive!" Joe Lycett "Such a funny
man, I love him!" Rob Brydon "Absolutely hilarious." Chris Moyles.
February to June 2026. See
www.clintonbaptiste.com for venues and dates.
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Sussex
Magic Convention,
5th October. Join us at our convention for
an unforgettable experience! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of
magic, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and learn from renowned
magicians. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, you'll discover
new techniques, witness jaw-dropping performances, and engage in
hands-on workshops. Enjoy networking opportunities, and the chance to
share your passion with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this
magical gathering that promises inspiration and unforgettable memories.
Reserve your spot today and let the magic unfold! With Wayne Fox, Paul
Gordon and Chris Congreave, from 10am to 10pm on Sunday October 5th
Adastra Hall, Keymer, Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 8QH. Find out more and
book here:
www.sussexmagicconvention.co.uk.
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NFC
Magic. Tom Barron writes: Having used NFC tags for a long time with various
web apps, I decided to offer some of my products to the wider magic community.
Visit https://nfcmagic.shop
where you can purchase NFC products specifically made for magicians using
effects such as Inject, WikiTest and Akronym. No need to remember the various
covert website addresses, with my NFC products you can simply present them to
the phone to do the redirection and pairing. All items are hand made and are
programmed before shipping so they're ready to work right out of the box! Right
now use the discount code MAGICIAN15 to give you 15% off any product.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week Andrew O'Connor on 'Sunday Sunday' with host Gloria Hunniford on 22nd
November 1986. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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"'Casually
jaw-dropping': at an Edinburgh fringe of tricks and treats, Ben Hart has the
magic touch. The sense of wonder never wavers in Hart’s charming ‘best of’
set, a fringe favourite in a year of crowd-pleasing card work, mentalism and a
hidden-squirrel routine..." Read the full review by Kate Wyver in
www.theguardian.com.
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Marty's
Bag of Tricks! Marty Jacobs writes: I created my blog to share my passion
for everyday magic and to bridge the gap between the amateur and professional.
Although I’m a hobbyist (and write for this target audience), I believe that the
insights I share can be of benefit to all performers.
What unites us all is the desire for magic that really resonates. Whether
performing in someone’s living room or on a Las Vegas stage, the principles
remain the same—our tricks need heart, meaning, and memorable presentations.
I write beginner-friendly trick tutorials, historical deep-dives, like
Jazz, Murder & Magic!, and more thoughtful pieces (The
Power of Premise & Plot). You’ll find the occasional honest review,
development tools (The
SPREAD Sequence), and routines rooted in folklore, such as
Sixpence Ceremony.
If you’re a magician—whether amateur or professional—seeking content that values
storytelling, the history of magic, and thoughtful performance philosophy, I’m
sure you’ll enjoy
Marty’s Bag of Tricks!.
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Tony
Antoniou's Desert Island Tricks. "When magic meets craftsmanship, something
special happens. Tony Antoniou embodies this intersection as both a lifetime
Magic Circle member and the creative force behind The Mind Hacker, crafting
exquisite leather goods that expand the use of popular effects from post-it pads
to ProMystic effects."
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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Edinburgh
Fringe Magic Spotlight. David
Taylor's Just Tricks - new venue. After having what seemed to be a definite
venue for Edinburgh Fringe 2025 cancel last minute, David Taylor Just Tricks
will now be appearing at the Voodoo Rooms, Ballroom venue. David writes: This
venue is fantastic, and has housed many amazing magic acts over the past few
years. David Taylor Just Tricks offers hard hitting magic, delivered in a
fun and entertaining way. "An enjoyable hour with a loveable host."
Broadway Baby.
David Taylor Just Tricks is on at 5.30pm on 12th, 13th, 14th, 18th & 20th
August at the Voodoo Rooms Ballroom, 19 West Register Street, Edinburgh EH2 2AA.
See
www.edfringe.com for details.
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Edinburgh
Fringe Magic Spotlight. Harry Milas - The Unfair Advantage. For fans of
Derren Brown, Ocean’s Eleven, and Now You See Me, a show so secret, audiences
are asked to sign an NDA before entering… but leave too stunned to even try
breaking it. This summer at Edinburgh Fringe, Australia’s foremost
sleight-of-hand artist and former casino consultant Harry Milas lifts the
curtain on the forbidden world of card cheating, deception, and psychological
manipulation, for just 30 people at a time in a theatrical experience unlike any
other.
Fresh from a four-month sold-out U.S. tour, Harry brings his world-class
sleight-of-hand and psychological wizardry to Edinburgh Fringe. Audiences are
not just spectators, they become confidants. And yes, they must legally agree to
never reveal what they’ve seen. Presented by Parrot Ox, Pemberley Productions &
PW Productions, this is a theatrical heist in real time, think one man Ocean’s
Eleven, revealing how illusion and psychology intersect in high-stakes
environments.
"You just have to experience it for yourself" Time Out
"You will not have seen anything quite like this" Chicago Tribune
"So good that he now helps to expose gambling rings" The Guardian
The Unfair Advantage 1st – 24th August 11.45am (75 minutes) The Famous
Spiegeltent, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh. See
www.unfairadvantage.show.
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Edinburgh
Fringe Magic Spotlight. Phillip
Northfield – Mind-Reader? : Obsess. Ever obsess over something odd? Instead
of getting over it like a normal person, Phil wrote a show. Think Rubik's Cubes,
romantic card tricks, bizarre predictions, and confessions you didn't ask for...
part comedy, part mind-reading, and just the right amount of unhinged. Laugh.
Think. Judge slightly less. Change your perspective!
17th-24th August, 11.15am - 12.10pm Free. CC Blooms, Edinburgh EH1 3AA - PBH's
Free Fringe. See
www.freefringe.org.uk for details.
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The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club. Featuring ventriloquist Neville King, Jingles, Samantha Jones, and magic act Chris North & Jill. Series 5, Episode 6. From 1976. On Sunday 17th August on Talking Pictures TV. See TV Magic for details. 9.8.25
MLM Web Offer August 2025. Save money on the following commercial close-up routine
called ATM. A deck of cards becomes a portable ATM or Cashpoint machine! The
cards signify amounts of money (i.e. a 5 = £5 or $5 etc) and the card box itself
has a set of numbers on it which acts as a keypad for entering information into
the machine. A credit or cash card belonging to the performer is dropped into
the empty card box. A spectator selects a card, a 10, and after entering his pin
number on the box keypad, the box is opened and the card plus a genuine £10 are
tipped from inside! The magician then tries to repeat the idea using a
spectator’s credit card, but the card vanishes from the box only to be replaced
by an Out Of Service notification card! All ends well when the borrowed credit
card is found in a surprising place right under the noses of the audience. Comes
as downloadable TricKlip video performance and explanation footage. Provide your
own props. To watch the entertaining dem and to order go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
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Knight Rider with Lance Burton. Deadly Knightshade. Series 4, episode 15. Drama series about a young man who fights for law and justice in an incredible supercar: the Knight Industries Two Thousand, or KITT. Michael suspects a magician of two murders, but he appears to have the perfect alibi. Tuesday 12th August on Legend. See TV Magic for details. 9.8.25
Paul
Zenon can be seen in Victoria Coren Mitchell's 'Only Connect' in the current
Radio Times. Page 134 for all you quizzers.
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When 80s TV Goes Horribly Wrong. "Anita Dobson narrates this look back at some 1980s TV moments that many celebrities would rather forget. Footage includes a Halloween stunt that went wrong for magician Paul Daniels, Des O'Connor's bite on the nose from Elaine Paige's pooch, and some less-than-perfect TV-am moments from Chris Tarrant and Timmy Mallett." Saturday 16th August on Channel 5. See TV Magic for details. 9.8.25
The
Mel Brooks Musical The
Producers. After a five star sold-out run at Menier Chocolate Factory,
The Producers transfers to the West End this autumn. Tony Award-winning
director Patrick Marber and critically acclaimed principals Andy Nyman,
Marc Antolin, Trevor Ashley, Raj Ghatak, Harry Morrison and Joanna
Woodward, all return triumphantly for the West End production, which
opens on 15th September, with previews from 30th August. See
www.theproducersmusical.com.
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"Insider’s
Pick of Fringe 2025 Magic Shows: Top 10"
Click Here • "Magic, mime and a whole lot of eating cheese: in
praise of the 'spesh acts' that are thriving on the Fringe"
Click Here • "Local magician brings show about his Asperger’s and
ADHD to Edinburgh Fringe Festival"
Click Here • "Comedian Natalie Palamides on Lady Magic, her new
Vegas-bound collaboration with circus company Spiegelworld"
Click Here • "Côte Brasserie in St Albans to host Magic Circle
illusionist"
Click Here •
"Has the New York Times sent shockwaves through the theatre world?"
Click Here • Please submit news by Thursday if possible - absolute deadline
12 noon Friday, no exceptions. Many thanks, see you next week, Duncan.
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