Number
1326 - Saturday 22nd November 2025
David
Kwong The Enigmatist - Wilton’s Music Hall, London, 24th - 29th November.
From the promoter: Erica Fee and James Seabright present David Kwong in The
Enigmatist. Can you crack the code? Following wildly successful runs in New York
City, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Chicago and Toronto, renowned magician and The
New York Times crossword constructor David Kwong brings his immersive magic and
puzzles experience to the UK for the first time, to coincide with American
Thanksgiving.
Part magic show, part puzzle quest, Kwong’s intriguing blend of sleight-of-hand,
wordplay, and brain-twisting enigmas pulls you straight into the mystery. The
Enigmatist invites you to solve puzzles, chase clues, and gasp at
impossibilities – all before the final jaw-dropping reveal. Clues are
everywhere, so keep your eyes open and be ready for surprises behind every
multi-layered illusion. Originally produced by Andy Jones and Dylan Pager.
Monday 24th - Saturday 29th November at Wilton’s Music Hall, Graces Alley,
London E1 8JB. 1 hour 40 minutes, plus interval. See
www.wiltons.org.uk for details and to book.
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The
Magic Circle Tour: The real life Wizards' School! The 'House of 10,000
Secrets' awaits... Behind a discreet door on a side street near Euston Station
lies the home of London’s 120-year-old society for magicians. This tour offers
you rare access to step inside the headquarters of this secretive organisation.
Wander through corridors lined with magical artefacts and stunning posters, and
hear stories about famous illusionists from the past. Who knows - you might even
get to witness some real magic, right before your eyes!
80 minute guided tour through the prestigious Magic Circle. Visit the museum
filled with magical memorabilia and artefacts. Unique photo opportunities,
including the beautiful helical staircase. Surprises along the way. Ideal for
families and magic enthusiasts alike. Book here:
www.tmctours.com.
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Introducing
The Act Doctors. The Act Doctors write: Who are The Act Doctors? Paul Stone,
renowned Show & Event Producer with over 40 years experience across the UK & USA
producing major International Magic & Variety Shows, and Tim Smithies, a
seasoned headline performer and cutting edge technical producer, designer and
filmmaker.
We’ve teamed up to offer a unique consultancy service for performers of all
kinds to help them develop their act and move to the next level. We have an
excellent website which outlines fully all the various performing areas that we
will be covering. If you check it out, you’ll notice that the service represents
terrific value for money. And, as you’ll see from the many testimonials, several
top magicians and speciality acts have endorsed us.
We are offering The Act Doctors Annual Membership, featuring valuable
articles on improving performance levels, as well as regular zoom sessions,
including with several Headline performers. All for an Annual Membership fee of
just £99! And we are also announcing a special one Day ‘Real Deal Workshop’ on
Wednesday 18th February - the day before the Blackpool Magic Convention - at the
Holiday Inn Hotel in Blackpool. Full details are on The Act Doctors
website -
www.theactdoctors.com.
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London's
Most Magical Christmas Night Out. Yes the time is here - Christmas is upon
us. We released our December tickets a few weeks ago and I am happy / sad to
inform you that some of our shows are already sold out. But fear not - we still
have some performances available. So book today to avoid missing out on London's
favourite new experience.
www.magicianstablelive.com/get-tickets.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive.
A new magic clip or show every week! This week,
Horace Goldin from John Fisher's 'The Best of Magic' broadcast on 10th
October 1990.
See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Ben
Sidwell's Desert Island Tricks.
"What if the strongest magic isn’t about flashy props, but about influence,
structure, and respect for your audience? We sit down with magician Ben Sidwell
to map an eight-trick card set that’s lean on gimmicks and heavy on intention,
designed to scale from a noisy bar to an intimate parlour room without losing
clarity or impact."
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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Mike
Davis Lecture – British Magical Society, 25th November. Phil Sweeting
writes: Mike Davis MMC is a Close-Up Magician and expert craftsman. In his 2025
lecture, Mike’s aim is to help you maximise the impact of your magic by
demonstrating coherent visual stories that showcase a range of magical powers,
and by discussing the underlying structures that make them so effective. He’ll
help unlock your creativity by taking a fresh look at the tricks you already
perform—finding new synergy between the items you carry every day. Expect an
interactive lecture that offers real value to both the working professional and
the passionate hobbyist. Visiting magicians welcome (£10 on the night), and
there’s a free buffet. Evening starts at 7.30pm at our club house, Stirchley
United WMC, Hazelwell Lane, Stirchley, Birmingham B30 2PR. Good parking on site
and short walk from Bourneville Station.
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Kay Dyson
Lecture - Northamptonshire Magicians Club, 25th November. Joy Payne writes:
Kay Dyson, aka Miss Magic, was born to entertain. After leaving Loughborough with
a national diploma in sports management Kay joined Gerry Cottles Circus as a
flying trapeze artist and was a member of the Flying Belle Stars - the only
female flying act in the world at the time. It was whilst performing in this
group she had a serious accident that required a year of rehabilitation before
she embarked on a change of career.
Kay has audiences enthralled with her stunning sleight of hand. Her hilarious
cascade of complex magic tricks, combined with her charismatic personality,
makes her a refreshing re-working of the magician archetype.
Miss Magic has appeared on GMTV, I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, Penn
and Teller's Wizard Wars, Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Richard & Judy, Lorraine,
the James Whale show, as well as appearing in a number of TV commercials. Her
qualifications in media training, improvisation and creativity, make her the
ultimate professional package and we are truly fortunate to have her lecture at
our club. The club room opens 7.30pm, lecture starts at 8pm. Admittance to the venue is via the front entrance to the
bar. Members free, magicians’ guest fee £15 – pay on the night.
Brafield Working Men’s Club, 35 Bedford Road, Brafield-on-the-Green,
Northamptonshire NN7 1BD.
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The Magic Room - Rugeley, 19th December. 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
www.eventbrite.co.uk.
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The
Hirst Hypothesis - Order of the Magi, Manchester, 25th November. Jonathan
Royle writes: Manchester's Order of the Magi are proud to present Ian Hirst's
lecture on Tuesday 25th November from 7.30pm at The Irish World Heritage Centre,
1 Irish Town Way, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 0AE. The Hirst Hypothesis – Not
merely magic tricks, only moments of wonder. Mysteries to be experienced, not
puzzles to be solved. Ian’s updated lecture brings a combination of his old
classics and some new updated material. Ian's background in engineering,
teaching and entertainment brings something unique to the table, see
www.orderofthemagi.co.uk/ian-hirst-profile.
Visiting magicians are welcome for a entry fee of £10.00 per person payable on
the night. For further details contact Secretary Mike Sharples on 0774 8833666.
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Raymond
& Cannon 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 "Raymond & Cannon -
Double Act Illusionists"
YouTube.
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Merlins
of Wakefield held their annual Magic Competition at Merlins Magic Club last
week. The competitors put on a great show for the members and the winner was
Magic Kev. If you would like to become a member email Merlins
merlins@btconnect.com for membership
details.
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Back-Chat,
The Weekly Blog. Each Saturday for the last few months Mark Leveridge has
been sending out a special email called Back-Chat which features a thought
provoking and interesting blog taken from his extensive Chatter blog archive. A
wide range of topics have been covered, and to give you an idea, here are the
subjects from the last ten weeks. Seeing Yourself As You Really Are, The
Wrong Type Of Business Creativity, Clothes Maketh The Magic Man, What's Art Got
To Do With It?, You Don't Have To Be Crazy…But It Helps, It's A Beautiful Way To
Spend A Day, Expertise Does Not Come Easily, Which Is Better - Appearance Or
Disappearance?, Putting Together An Act, The Lay People View Of Magic. Each
blog only takes a few minutes to read and hopefully provides you with a great
magic start to your weekend. If you would like to receive Back-Chat, simply sign
up for any of E-Club Lite, E-Club Pro or E-Club Elite by going to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/#e-prices.
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Select
Secrets - Potter & Potter Auctions, 13th December. Potter & Potter's final
magic auction of the year will feature a closely-curated selection of magicana
from the art's golden age and beyond. This "best of the best" offering features
rare Kellar, Thurston, and Goldin lithographs - some coming to the market for
the first time - alongside memorabilia from Harry Houdini's career and his
family's scrapbooks, choice micro-magic effects, early printed books on
conjuring, and relics from the Maskelyne dynasty of magicians. Costumes from the
careers of Cardini and De Biere, apparatus owned and used by Dai Vernon, Floyd
Thayer's own scrapbooks, and autographed editions of collectible classics will
also cross the block.
www.potterauctions.com.
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Jackpot
Prize Box by Phil Peters - New from Merlins. The basic effect consists of a
prize being locked into the Jackpot Prize Box; the prize can be cash/banknotes,
sweets/chocolates or even a spectator's borrowed watch. The locked box is
suspended on a knotted rope eliminating the chance of the magician manipulating
the props. The box is locked with a padlock and five keys are presented, only
one of which opens the lock. The magician gives the spectators a fair chance to
win the prize, but ultimately only the magician's key works. The keys can be
mixed in a bag or a glass, and four volunteers are invited to each select a key,
leaving one key for the magician. Each volunteer is given the chance to try
their chosen key, with the promise that if it opens the lock, they win the
prize. In every instance, the spectator's keys fail to open the lock. The final
key, the one left for the magician, is then used to open the lock, allowing the
magician to retain the prize! Visit
www.merlinswakefield.com for more details and to watch a video.
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YouTube • That's it. Thanks for your news as always. See you next
week, Duncan.
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