Number
1324 - Saturday 8th November 2025
The
Magic Circle Christmas Show 2025. The Magic Circle Christmas Show is our
much-loved festive celebration of magic. A cherished annual tradition that sells
out every year, it begins with close-up magic and surprises throughout our
building, followed by a spectacular world-class theatre show.
This year’s lineup features an incredible roster of talent, including Penn &
Teller fooler John Archer, Stage Magician of the Year Edward Hilsum, the “James
Bond of Magic” Matthew J Dowden, the enchanting Keyro Pun from Taiwan, and world
championship prize-winner Calista Sinclair, making her UK debut performance.
19th-29th December, afternoon and evening shows. Visit
www.seetickets.com for more info and to book.
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Steven
Frayne: Up Close and Magical - Underbelly Boulevard, Soho, London, 30th January
- 28th February. After a highly sought after run in early 2025, Steven
Frayne (formerly known as Dynamo) returns to Underbelly Boulevard Soho with
Up Close and Magical for a limited 4-week run – offering audiences of all
ages a new, unique showcase of magic from across his incredible career to date.
Whether you’re a first-time audience member, or you think you’ve seen the show
before, this residency promises brand new magic that will blow your mind and
leave you scratching your head! Best known for his headline grabbing stunts,
boundary breaking cinematic TV specials and awe-inspiring arena shows across the
world, Steven Frayne is back, and Up Close and Magical is the perfect
opportunity to experience the power and wonder of his magic up close with
nothing to hide.
www.underbellyboulevard.com.
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Over
200 Dealers at the Blackpool Magic Convention 2026! Demonstrating their
latest and greatest in the largest display of magic dealers in the history of
the world! Experience it all in February at
www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com.
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Italy's
Kay Ferrera. Ten year old Italian magician, Kay Ferrera, made his television
debut on the hit Italian TV Show ‘Que Si Tu Valles’ just a few weeks ago. With
sheer natural talent, stage presence and charm, in an act created for him by
Magic Director Russ Stevens, Kay stormed through to the final, with 100% of the
public audience vote. The final airs live on the Italian TV channel Canal 5 on
Saturday, December 6th. Watch this performance here:
www.wittytv.it. Outstanding! DT.
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Legends
of The Magic Circle. An Evening with Graham Jolley, Monday 17th November.
Join us for a truly special evening celebrating the extraordinary career of
Graham Jolley. One of the great legends of The Magic Circle. Hosted by Michael J
Fitch, this exclusive event offers a rare insight into Graham’s remarkable life
in magic and mind reading. Expect captivating stories, rarely seen video
highlights, and, of course, unforgettable demonstrations of his astonishing
mentalism, sleight of hand, and razor-sharp wit.
Entrance is free for Members and Associates of The Magic Circle. Non-members may attend at a charge of £20. Email Michael J Fitch in advance, to reserve a place: michael@themagiccircle.co.uk. Magic Circle evenings are usually members-only, so this is a rare opportunity to visit our iconic headquarters and enjoy an evening with one of magic’s true masters. 8.11.25
Tim
Vine's Magic Crackers. Join the hilarious Tim Vine for a very special
festive celebration, as he presents a dazzling lineup of world-class magicians
from the UK and around the globe. This show takes place at London's home of
magic: The Magic Circle. This show features the same performers as our Christmas
Show. Tuesday 30th December, afternoon and evening. Visit
www.seetickets.com for more info and to book.
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Jack
Rhodes part-time wizard, full-time moron - Leicester Square Theatre, London.
From finishing runner-up on Britain’s Got Talent, Jack Rhodes is bringing his
debut comedy magic show to Leicester Square Theatre! With a background in
close-up magic and stand up comedy, Jack has amassed over 150 million views
online with his ‘comedy, magic and nonsense’ videos and has firmly established
his presence as a magician who doesn’t take himself too seriously. Combining
self-deprecation and trickery with an off-beat northern approach, Jack’s unique
delivery of comedy and world-class sleight of hand ensures even non-magic fans
will enjoy the show. Saturday, 7th March 2026. See
www.leicestersquaretheatre.com and see
www.jackrhodes.net for
full tour dates.
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Marc
Paul Lecture - Coventry Magic Circle, 18th November.
William Poliet writes:
Coventry Magic Circle is pleased to welcome Marc Paul for his lecture on Tuesday,
18th November.
In this lecture you'll learn real world commercial mentalism that is easy to do
yet packs a punch. No electronics, just nuts and bolts, rock solid, highly
deceptive methods that will serve you for a lifetime. At its core Marc will
focus on billet technique sharing hints and tips that he has learned from years
of experience. If you have every wanted to work with billets this is the perfect
opportunity as Marc's approach will get you up to speed, fast!
(If you would like to practice the moves as Marc shows you, please bring two
Jokers from a deck of cards that you don't mind folding into quarters.)
Marc has been performing at high end corporate events, luxury cruises and
exclusive private parties all over the world for almost 35 years. During that
time he has also made numerous appearances on British TV. You may have seen him
heading up the mentalism show as part of the BBC’s History of Magic series and
crossing swords with Ann Robinson on a special celebrity edition of "The Weakest
Link". He was chosen to be part of an X-Men live event that launched the X-Men
First Class movie, appearing on radio, TV, and on-line media where he was dubbed
“The real-life Professor X”!
In the magic world he has shared a large amount of his professional routines and
effects with his fellow performers including projects with Alakazam, Penguin
Magic, Vanishing Inc, The 1914, Lybrary.com and Ellusionist.
Visiting magicians are welcome as always with the usual visitors fee (£10).
Place: Ex Servicemens Club, Rye Piece Ringway, Bedworth CV12 8JH.
Time: 8pm sharp.
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Exonian
90th Anniversary Magic Convention.
Ozzy D writes:
Wednesday 7th October 2026 at The Waie Inn, Zeal Monachorum, Crediton, Devon
EX17 6DF. With
4 lectures, a close-up magic show, a workshop, a three-course meal and an evening show. £75
full convention. Daytime only registrations also available. Featuring
John Archer, Nikola Arkane, Eric Tait and Johnny Clavo, with more names to be announced.
More details on the
www.facebook.com page.
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Are
you ready to step into The Magic Room? After multiple sold-out nights, this
Christmas, The Magic Room steps out on to the stage of The Rose Theatre in
Rugeley, for a one off special. And we would love to invite all fans of great
magic to be there. Expect bigger laughs, more magic, new surprises, and creative
routines.
Here's what awaits: A memorable and engaging evening, where incredible magic,
meets impossible mind-reading, meets sharp improvised stand-up comedy, live on
stage. Jaw-dropping illusions and inventive presentations that challenge
expectations! A genuine live experience and a chance to connect with friends,
family, and colleagues. An unmissable experience unlike anything else taking
place this Christmas.
Starring: Ed Sumner and Damon Conlan - the award winning creative duo behind The
Magic Room. Between them, they've performed across the UK, internationally, and
on TV, and now they're preparing a live show designed to challenge your sense of
reality! Rose Theatre, Taylors Lane, Rugeley WS15 2AA on Friday 19th December at
7:30pm. Tickets from £15 from
www.MagicRoomLIVE.eventbrite.co.uk.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive.
A new magic clip or show every week! This week, Wayne Dobson on ITV's 'Night
of 100 Stars' from December 1990. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Steve
Gore's Desert Island Tricks. "What survives when you strip magic down
to its strongest effects? We sit with creator-performer Steve Gore, known for
Magic Castle highlights, family stage charisma, and a string of clever releases,
to unpack eight routines that earn their spot in a working case, and the stories
that prove why."
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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Newmarket
Magic Shindig - today, Saturday 8th November! Organiser Wayne Goodman writes:
This year's Newmarket Magic Shindig is on Saturday 8th November, with the Friday night meet-up on
the 7th. Featuring 4 amazing lectures: Peter
Nardi, Daniel Bean, John Morton and Chris Congreave. Add to that the
dealers and a brilliant show with Wayne Goodman and John Morton and this
full on one day convention is not to be missed! See
www.wgmagicshop.com.
8.11.25
Norvil
& Josephine: Rabbits Out of the Hat - May & June UK Tour. Rabbits
Out of the Hat is a whimsical Vaudevillian musical magic show, fun for
all ages. With breathtaking magic, circus and showstopper songs, Norvil
& Josephine share a humorous story about being yourself. Amazing,
inspiring and comical, you’ve never seen a show like this!
The show was created by an international team of specialists in magic,
circus and clowning. Don't miss what World Magic Review calls a
“Uniquely magical show, brimful with heart.” (Five Stars)
For cities and theatre listings, visit
www.norvilandjosephine.com/rabbits-out-of-the-hat.
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Merlins
Magic Shop release Mark Lee's brand new 'Sure Bet', and write: A
prediction so perfect, you can wager on it. The Ultimate Prediction. 100%
Accuracy. Zero Force. The magician displays a perfect Royal Flush — Ten, Jack,
Queen, King, and Ace — all of the same suit. The cards are laid out openly, face
up, in front of the spectator. A bold wager is made. The magician produces a
wallet containing a cash bet — if he’s wrong, the money is theirs. The spectator
is handed a poker chip and invited to freely mark any card in the Royal Flush.
They can even change their mind. Despite a completely free choice, the
magician’s prediction is revealed to be an exact match — every single time.
100% accurate prediction — guaranteed. Completely free choice — no equivoque. No
sleight of hand, counting, or elimination process. Instantly resets — perfect
for walk-around and table work. Packs small, plays big. Comes complete with
everything you need to perform a clean, fair, and astonishing moment of pure
mental impossibility. See
www.merlinswakefield.com for more details.
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IBM British Ring Convention - Buxton,
19th & 20th September. Join us for two full days of magic, fun and
friendship in the historic Derbyshire town of Buxton! Events include Lectures,
Talks, Workshops, Close-up Competition, Stage Competition, Ali Bongo Micro
Marathon, Saturday Gala Show... and much more! Full and Day Registrations are
open for Members and Non Members with Junior rates also available. Location:
Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre, SK17 6BE. Tickets for our
convention in Buxton are now available via Ticket Tailor:
www.tickettailor.com.
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New
Leveridge Legacy Products. Mark Leveridge is pleased to announce that two
more physical products have been added to the Leveridge Legacy Collection list
and are available in small quantities. 1. Devil's Island. An entertaining
mental effect for a close up or parlour show in which an audience helper
unwittingly identifies which of six spectators holds the location of some
imaginary buried treasure. 2. The Unprint Button. One of Mark's classic
early packet tricks in which card faces disappear one at a time from four cards
by pushing an 'unprint button' imbedded in the cards. Then suddenly the giant
red button itself appears on each blank card face. For full details and dems of
these plus all the other items still available in the Collection, go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
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David Blaine Do Not Attempt. The magician explores the world through the art of illusion. In Brazil, David meets daredevils, artists, explorers and athletes. Saturday 15th November on National Geographic. Repeat. See TV Magic for details. 8.11.25
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a magic lecturer for your club today. Visit the MagicWeek
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Jimmy
Craig. Adrian Harris, Perth Magic Circle, writes: On 4th November, Magicians
from all parts of Scotland gathered together at Kircaldy Crematorium to say
their final farewells to a much loved and respected friend, James (Jimmy) Craig
who passed away on 15th October at the age of 97 years. Jimmy was well known
throughout the magic fraternity for his amazing knowledge of all things magical
as well as being a well known entertainer in the North East of Scotland and
particularly in the Kingdom of Fife. As a Founder member of the now defunct
Kircaldy Magic Circle, he was responsible for the smooth running of the club’s
Annual Magic Auction which on several occasions ran from lunchtime to late into
the evening. He was the first person to be elected twice as President of The
Scottish Association of Magical Societies, first in 1962 and then again in 1990.
He was also made an Hon. Life member of the Association for services rendered.
He was proud of the fact that he had attended every Scottish convention.
During the service, Jimmy’s grand daughter read a poem by Mark Gregory entitled “The Magician’s Last Trick” a very poignant tribute. The President of Ring 25 of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, Moira Fletcher carried out the Broken Wand Ceremony which was moving and personal as she had been a long time family friend for many years since childhood. Clubs represented at the service included Dundee Society of Magicians, Edinburgh M.C., Paisley M.C., St. Andrews M.C., West Lothian M.C. and Perth M.C. 8.11.25
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on"
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YouTube • "Magician breaks Guinness World Record for most tricks
performed in a wind tunnel"
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Society Wokingham members"
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rotisserie chicken on ABC7"
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read minds at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre"
Click Here • That's it! Many thanks for your news as always - see
you next week, Duncan.
8.11.25