Number
1320 - Saturday 11th October 2025
Blackpool
Headliner 2026 revealed! This one must
stay just between you and me (don't tell anyone), but when the official
Blackpool
Magic Convention Facebook page teased on Friday "Just One Day to go until we
announce our Major Headliner for BMC26... who could it be???" MagicWeek
instantly sent out its team of ruthless hacks to investigate. So how about
this... Criss Angel, in a once in a lifetime Mega Talk, Q&A session, plus a special Meet &
Greet, plus he'll be the Head Judge for The One (Magic's Biggest Prize is
about to get bigger!). You'll be able to read all about it at 10am Saturday
morning on the official
Blackpool
Magic Convention Facebook page, but whatever you do, don't tell them you
heard about it on MagicWeek first! Blackpool 2026, Book Now!
www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com. DT.
11.10.25
Sam
Strange at Hullusion Magic Convention - next Sunday, 19th October!
We are super excited to announce that Sam Strange
will be performing at Hullusion. Sam Strange has TV accolades that include 3
Penn & Teller performances, Next Great Magician, Blue Peter and
The Today Show.
He is normally seen performing as one half of the stage illusion duo Young &
Strange, who have performed in London's West End and now play the largest
theatres across North America. Sam will be performing at Hullusion with a new
and original take on a manipulation act... with a few surprises along the way.
Hullusion - a brand new one-day magic convention like no other... Get
ready to experience a day packed with wonder and wisdom. Hullusion brings
together the very best in the world of magic and mindreading, for an
unforgettable gathering.
What to Expect:
• World-class magic lectures from top performers.
• Exclusive dealers with the latest props, books and gear.
• A chance to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones in the magic
community.
Whether you're a seasoned pro, passionate hobbyist, or just curious about the
art of illusion—Hullusion is your day to learn, share, and be inspired. Stay
tuned for date announcements, lineup reveals, and ticket info. Let the countdown
to the magic begin... Hullusion Magic Convention, The Kenilworth Suite, The Goodfellowship, Cottingham
Road, Hull HU5 4AT. 10am to 5pm on Sunday 19th October 2025. Early bird tickets
are £20 for adults, £10 for children. Book via the Facebook page:
www.facebook.com.
11.10.25
South Tyneside International Magic Festival,
next weekend! Steve Gore writes:
The South Tyneside International Magic Festival (18th & 19th October) starts
with the separate Family Magic Extravaganza on the night before, Friday 17th
October, starring Graeme Shaw, Neptune Juniors, Raymond & Cannon, Matricks
Illusions and Insane Magic (Tom Bolton, Luke Osey and Cammy Gibson).
The festival includes lectures and performances from Jeki Yoo, Ben Hart, The
Oberons, Rubi Ferez, Kay Dyson, Billy Reid, Tom Brace and Matricks Illusions.
The gala show also features aerial arts and dance from Deanna, and there is a
Q&A session with legend Clive Webb. Plus, there is a comedy late show from Danny
Deegan and Rob Reed.
Dealers attending are Magicbox, Alex & Kelsie Jesson (Tricked Magic), Craig
Petty, We Add Wow, Neo Magic, Black Box Magic, Awesum and Magical Solutions!
There are a few tickets left, see
www.southtyneside.gov.uk/magicfestival.
11.10.25
The North West Dealers Day in Manchester, tomorrow! Jonathan Royle writes: the North West Magic Dealers' Day & Car Boot Sale is tomorrow, Sunday 12th October, from 10am to 5pm at The Irish Heritage Centre, 1 Irish Town Way, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 0AE (close to Queens Road Tram Stop). It's The Order of the Magi's Day, and for just £3 entry you get to see over 20 bargain-packed stalls of new and second hand magic, mentalism, hypnosis, bizarre magick and much more. The venue serves food and drinks, and has its own car park. This is not only a great day to grab a bargain but also to have a jam session with magical friends, old and new. www.orderofthemagi.co.uk/dealersday. 11.10.25
FISM
World Champions Mortenn Christian, Yann Frisch and Artem Shchukin at The
Magic Circle Awards Night 2025, plus Young Magician of the Year Harry Merlin
Piper and Illusionists 'Matricks Illusion'. The Magic Circle, London, Sunday 12th October. Our
annual glittering awards ceremony, where we come together to recognise the top
names in the magic industry. Champagne reception, exquisite canapés, and three FISM World Champion performers:
Mortenn Christian, Yann Frisch and Artem Shchukin. Dress code: Black Tie / Dress to
Impress. Strictly 14+. Doors open 6.30pm. For more information and to book visit
www.seetickets.com.
11.10.25
Romany
Diva of Magic stars in the new show at Magic World Vienna. Romany
headlines as MC at Vienna's newest theatre dedicated to magic. Created by Anca &
Lucca, FISM World Champions of Mental Magic,
Magic World Vienna has
showcased the world's top magicians since June 2024. Romany is MC until 2nd
November, with David Sousa (Portugal), Javier Botia (Spain), Lucca Lucian
(Austria), Goncalo Gill (Portugal) and Disguido (Italy) and she plans to be able
to perform everything in German by the end of her five weeks! See
www.magicworld.at and
www.romanymagic.com.
11.10.25
The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week "Physical Grand illusion" with The Pendragons on John Fisher's The
Best of Magic from 13th September 1989. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
11.10.25
R
Paul Wilson's Desert Island Tricks.
"The work is the point. That's the pulse of this candid, wide-ranging
session with R. Paul Wilson, creator, consultant, and the mind behind The
Real Hustle, where we dig into what actually makes magic land: clear
effects, honest timing, and an audience that edits your choices in real time. We
open with a hard truth: there are no shortcuts. From Vernon's Triumph to Cups &
Balls, Paul shows how iteration, not novelty for novelty's sake, transforms a
trick from 'doable' to 'devastating.'"
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
11.10.25
Award
Winners Tricked Magic!
Harriet Hirst writes:
Last month we attended the IBM British Ring Convention and had a great day. The
British Ring
team were amazing and we met so many lovely people on our stall. At the end of
the day we were presented with the award for best dealer stand, along with an
impressive looking trophy that we are proudly displaying in our office!
This month, we are excited to be attending 3 conventions! On
Sunday, 12th October,
The North
West Dealers Day in Manchester, then from 17th-19th October we will be at
the South Tyneside Magic Convention,
and also on the 19th at
Hullusion
(there will be two separate teams on the 19th!).
We have some brand-new releases that we are soft launching at these conventions
so
make sure to come and say hello! www.trickedmagic.com.
11.10.25
Tricks and Trepidation.
What is your greatest fear?
Step into the twisted mind of a wizard as he examines a variety of different
fears that can affect us all and bear witness as he challenges mind, body and
soul.
Take part in your very own slasher flick, face the ultimate judge of innocence
over guilt, and peek through your fingers as Jay Gatling attempts a feat of mind
over matter. Can you bear to watch? Then you are welcomed to Tricks and
Trepidation.
October 30th at 8pm at The Magic Bar Live, 14 Clonmel Street, Llandudno LL30 2LE. Tickets are £12.50 from www.themagicbarlive.co.uk. 11.10.25
Edinburgh Magic at the Caledonian Hotel.
Edinburgh Magician, Kevin Quantum, invites you to an intimate and quite
astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh's most
historic and enchanting hotels, The Caledonian Edinburgh.
Unlock hidden Edinburgh and witness magic that's fooled some of the greatest
minds associated with the city, from JK Rowling to Harry Houdini to King
Charles. Objects float before your eyes, money multiplies, time stands still...
Amazing moments tied to the secret stories hidden in the cobbles and closes of
the capital.
There are just 30 tickets available for each performance, you'll only ever be a
few metres from the action.
Winter dates: 6th & 29th November and 10th, 17th, 18th, 19th of December.
To read more about the event and book your tickets, visit
www.edinburghmagic.co.uk.
11.10.25
Paul
Hendy's The Last Laugh - back on tour in 2026. The Last Laugh is a
"brilliant" (The Telegraph) smash-hit, West End play which imagines three of
Britain's all-time greatest comedy heroes – Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob
Monkhouse, in a dressing room, discussing the secret of life, death, comedy and
what it means to be funny... really funny!
"Lovingly written and directed" (Sunday Times) by the award-winning Paul Hendy,
The Last Laugh features Damian Williams as Cooper, Simon Cartwright as Monkhouse
and Britain's Got Talent finalist Steve Royle as Morecambe.
Warm, funny, nostalgic and poignant, The Last Laugh is "pure gold" and
"pitch-perfect" (Mail on Sunday) and will have you laughing and crying in equal
measure. If you're a fan of comedy, this "irresistible, blissful blast of
nostalgia and belly laughs" (Sunday Express) is not to be missed. April to
October 2026, see
www.thelastlaughplay.co.uk.
11.10.25
Chris
Williams
on Craig Petty's Magic TV: 'Talk Magic'. Every week Craig Petty sits down and chats
with a well known magician; a creator, a performer, or someone who has had a
positive impact on the Magic Community. This week "Chris Williams - The
Magic Bar Live"
YouTube.
11.10.25
MLM
Web Offers. There are two special money saving deals available from Mark
Leveridge Magic at the moment, here are the details. 1. Pure Cards Across.
Two sets of 10 cards are counted out fairly and openly onto a spectator's hand
before being dropped into two glass tumblers where they can be clearly seen. One
at a time three cards are invisibly moved from one glass to the other, and when
the piles are counted back onto the spectator's hand again, the first glass only
contains 7 cards and the other 13. This is the classic cards across effect using
a method that is completely move and sleight free. Everything happens at
fingertips and there is no palming required, nor any special counts. 2.
Learning From Experience. This is a 44 page e-book in which Mark looks back
over his 40+ years of full time professional experience and identifies 20 key
things about performing commercially for lay people that he wishes he had known
when he started. Organised into 20 Key Facts, Mark explains the lessons that he
has learned in this rich period of experience about performance, marketing,
fees, trick selection, dealing with spectators and more, and he sets out clear
advice and food for thought to help you to short track your way to making good
magic decisions. Both these products cost £6.00 each and details can be found at
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
11.10.25
International
Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring Convention 2026. The location for our
88th Annual Convention is very soon to be announced. Until then make sure you
don't miss out by saving the dates in your 2026 diary! Next year our exciting
two day convention will take place on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September.
www.britishring.org.uk.
11.10.25
"Harry
Houdini's deck of cards hits auction block at Goldin"
Click Here.
11.10.25
The Greatest Auction. AJ Odudu hosts as millionaires, private collectors and antique dealers compete to buy extraordinary items. Banksy experts take a risk on a piece of wall featuring work attributed to the anonymous artist and Tommy Cooper's iconic fez goes on sale. Plus, a jar of pickled pig foetuses and an array of Buzzcocks memorabilia. Repeat. See TV Magic for details. 11.10.25
Discovering
Morricone. Experience the enchanting world of Maestro Ennio
Morricone, brought to life by Ensemble Symphony Orchestra and led by
conductor Giacomo Loprieno. Discovering Morricone pays an
orchestral tribute to the renowned Italian composer, delving into his
vast repertoire, from timeless classics to lesser-known yet beautifully
captivating pieces.
More than a traditional concert, this musical journey will guide the
audience through the decades that shaped the greatness of Italian and
international cinema through the evocative power of Morricone's iconic
melodies, including classics like Once Upon a Time in the West, Cinema
Paradiso, The Hateful Eight, and Malèna. Thursday 2nd April 2026 at
7.30pm [Here's a peek
YouTube, see you there! DT]
www.cadoganhall.com.
11.10.25
"Amaze
Star Jamie Allan Shares His New York Loves"
Click Here • "Bradford-born magician Steven Frayne returns home for
intimate City of Culture residency"
Click Here • "Suffolk magician helps businesses to raise their
profile"
Click Here • "Renowned magician Chris Cross to perform in Bristol"
Click Here • "Stephen Mulhern opens up about sharing his love of
magic with his late father Christopher: 'I adored him'"
Click Here • "NI illusionist: 'The best kind of magic creates a
meaningful connection with the audience'" [subscription]
Click Here • "The Prestige: when the act becomes the life"
Click Here • Your UK magic news is always welcome - see you next
week, Duncan.
11.10.25