Number
1339 - Saturday 21st February 2026
Hullusion.
Sunday 11th October 2026. Step into a world of wonder and illusion at
Hullusion, Hull’s very own magic convention, where mystery, marvel, and magic
come together for an unforgettable experience!
Join fellow magicians, enthusiasts, and curious minds for a day filled with
enchantment. Whether you’re a seasoned performer, an amateur magician, or simply
a fan of the art, Hullusion has something for everyone.
● Dealers Hall: Browse a wide range of magical wares from top dealers—props,
gimmicks, books, and more. Discover the latest effects or that hard-to-find
classic.
● Lectures & Demos: Learn from some of the best minds in magic as they share
their secrets, techniques, and insights into the craft. From close-up to stage
magic, there’s inspiration for every style.
● Catch Up & Connect: Reunite with old friends and forge new connections with
like-minded magicians. Hullusion is as much about community as it is about
magic.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this spellbinding gathering. Whether you’re
buying, learning, or just soaking in the atmosphere, Hullusion promises to be a
magical day to remember.
Welcome to Hullusion – Where Magic Comes to Life! The Kenilworth Suite, The
Goodfellowship, Cottingham Road, Hull HU5 4AT on Sunday 11th October from 9.30am
to 6.30pm. See
www.ticketebo.co.uk.
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Many
Congratulations to fifteen-year-old Harry Merlin Piper on being
placed second in the live final of
Netflix Star Search 2026. Eight acts made it through, including
magician TJ Salta who won the $500,000 first prize. "Star Search Winner
Revealed: Magician TJ Salta Wins $500,000 in Live Finale"
www.netflix.com.
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The
phenomenal Champions of Magic bring their acclaimed illusion spectacular
to Chicago's Studebaker Theater for a limited engagement beginning June
6th. Featuring their biggest illusions ever, experience the
Broadway-scale spectacle to entertain all ages, and see why fans return
time and time again. This high-energy, interactive show blends the
cast’s signature humor with brand-new jaw-dropping magic, like you’ve
never seen before.
Designed as an immersive, theatre-wide experience, the show plays to an
intimate audience of just 600 guests per performance — ensuring
exceptional sightlines from every seat. The Champions of Magic team have
been seen on every major TV network and racked up millions of views
online, but you haven’t seen magic until you’ve experienced it live. See
www.championsofmagictour.com. [Starring MagicWeek favourites
Britain's Young & Strange!]
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Northern
Magic Circle Platinum Convention! 70 Years of Magic in the North.
10th-12th April, at the Crown Hotel, Harrogate. Secretary Brian Lead
writes: The latest additions to our line-up include Deanna, UK Family
Entertainer of the Year Graeme Shaw, British Ring President Moira
Fletcher, Cameron Glenwright and Godfrey Shackleton.
Special guest performer and lecturer will be Sabi Molnar from Hungary,
on his first visit to the UK, and Matt Pritchard will be delivering the
John and Carol Pye Lecture. They will be joined by headliners Griffin &
Jones (pioneers of Slapdash Magic), John Hotowka, Douglas Tilston (the
Mad Hatter of Magic), Jon Marshall (tales from The Repair Shop),
Geoffrey Newton (the magic of Ian Adair), Steve Gore, Neil Roberts,
Adrian Sullivan and British Magical Champion Darren Mac – with more
still to be announced. For booking details and rolling news visit
shop.northernmagiccircle.org.uk.
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Jimmy
& Shivi's Farmhouse Breakfast with guest Pete Firman. "Jimmy Doherty and
Shivi Ramoutar are joined by magician Pete Firman, with Shivi making a breakfast
of courgette, basil and ricotta on toast with a frozen tomato granita, while
Jimmy creates mini beef and ale pot pies. Plus, Shivi visits a city farm in the
shadow of Canary Wharf, Jimmy fulfils a childhood dream at a cowboy ranch in
Florida, and crafter Sarah Ashby-Bassett shows how to bling up boots." 8.25am on
Sunday 22nd February on ITV1, and again on Friday. See
TV Magic for details. Pete is currently on
touring across the UK and selling out, so hurry! See
www.petefirman.co.uk.
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Genii.
A New Season Begins. From the publisher: The March issue of Genii
is now live! As always, it’s full of news and magical secrets, and this
month, it’s the debut issue of Genii’s new executive editor, Will
Houstoun. Jim Steinmeyer passed the lamp to Will last month, along with
his pro tips for polishing our beloved lamp. We could not be more
grateful to Jim. Last year, Jim led Genii into a brand-new era,
which was no small order following the tremendous 25-year run by Richard
Kaufman. We are delighted to have Will now at the helm steering the next
era of Genii. See
www.geniimagazine.com.
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Blackpool
2026 - Alakazam's VLog. If you are at the convention then make sure
you come over to our stand to say hello and see some great new tricks!
If you cannot make it to the convention this year, don't worry we are
filming VLogs each day to keep you in the loop! "Alakazam Blackpool Vlog
2026 Episode 1 - The Journey"
YouTube.
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The MagicWeek Video Archive.
A new magic clip or show every week! This week, Martin Daniels on The Paul
Daniels Magic Show from 11th January 1992. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Illusion
Impossible - UK Tour Dates. From the promoter: The magical variety
spectacular returns for its 5th year! A night of Magic, Mind Reading
Miracles, Grand Scale Stage Illusions, Big Musical Numbers, Death
Defying Escapes and the Thrill of the Circus. Starring: Renowned
International Illusionist Kayden Black; Award Winning Magician Michael
Carr, and Award Winning Escapologist Andy Storm. Touring UK Theatres in
September and October. Book your tickets now at
www.illusionimpossible.co.uk
Wed 23rd September - Portsmouth Guildhall
Thurs 24th September - Hawth Theatre, Crawley
Fri 25th September - Centenary Theatre, Berkhamsted
Sat 26th September - Beck Theatre, Hayes
Sun 27th September - Epsom Playhouse
Sun 4th October - Forum Theatre, Billingham
Tues 6th October - Whitehall Theatre, Dundee
Wed 7th October - Carnegie Hall, Fife
Thurs 8th October - The Webster Memorial Theatre, Arbroath
Sat 10th October - Bridlington Spa
Mon 12th October - Grimsby Auditorium
Tues 13th October - Lowther Pavilion, Lytham St Annes
Wed 14th October - Palace Theatre, Mansfield
Thurs 15th October - Castle Theatre, Wellingborough
Fri 16th October - Thameside Theatre, Grays
Sat 17th October - Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells
Fri 23rd October - Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe
Sat 24th October - Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay
Sun 25th October - Corn Exchange, Newbury
Tues 27th October - Stourbridge Town Hall
Fri 30th October - Beam Theatre, Hertford.
21.2.26
Bharat
Patel Lecture - South London Magic Society, 3rd March. Simon
Rosselli writes: Join Bharat for an exclusive magic lecture where he
will share routines and effects directly from his professional
repertoire, all of which have been tried and tested in front of
audiences all around the world. This material is primarily suited to
stand-up, stage, and cabaret environments, focusing on powerful and
audience-engaging magic.
During the session, he will demonstrate my unique takes on the classic
‘Lie Detector’ and ‘Ring and String’ routines, and will also dedicate
time to covering some impactful metal bending effects. For those wishing
to participate directly in the ‘Ring and String’ segment, please bring a
small ring (like a wedding band) and a string or shoe lace.
Attendees will also have the option to purchase the ‘Lie Detector’ test
and/or the custom-designed multi-pocket waistcoat for magicians. You
will also learn Card Scaling where you can make cards fly across the
room so bring a pack of cards. Tuesday 3rd March, 8pm-10pm (Doors Open
7.30pm) at West Beck Club, I Sidney Road, Beckenham BR3 4PX. £10 for
visiting non-members (welcomed) which can go towards joining fee if you
wish to join.
www.southlondonmagic.co.uk.
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Jamie
Allan's Amaze - now booking to 24th May 2026! "You will love this
show. We did!" Penn & Teller. After dazzling audiences in London’s West
End, revolutionary magician Jamie Allan’s record-shattering spectacle is
now in New York City – and has been extended through May 24th by popular
demand! See
www.amazemagic.com.
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Steve
Gore Lecture – British Magical Society, 24th February.
Phil Sweeting writes:
Steve Gore is presenting his brand new lecture, “Classics Reimagined”. It will
include all his latest effects including ‘The Famous Five’ and ‘The Casino Con’,
relaunched with Alakazam. The No 1 best-seller effect on Penguin Magic… ‘Flight
Deck’ and ‘Together Forever’ and ‘Book to the Future’. Plus, there are lots of
classic plots that have been reimagined that you can make yourself using items
you probably already own.
There really is something for everyone from close-uppers to stage and family
entertainers, and even a couple for the mentalists! Everything is explained in
full details by "The Happiest Magician on the Planet!'.
Steve is a vastly experienced performer and lecturer and this is a night not to
be missed. 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.
21.2.26
The
Mark Leveridge Podcast February 2026. The latest 45 minute audio
podcast from Mark Leveridge is currently available and covers the
following topics. Ben Hanlin’s ‘What’s The Trick?’ is well worth a
listen. Deciding who to use as an assistant from the audience. Magical
subtlety is lost when the ‘too perfect’ theory kicks in. Can commercial
magicians just select material that they actually like? Star and
Straight Through join the E-Club Pro Select series. The various things
that spark creativity. The 2026 Session convention was a blast! Thinking
about where to stand when working dinner function tables. Learning to
cope with audience banter in close-up. There are two ways to listen
to this free 45 minute podcast. You can catch it either from
www.markleveridge.co.uk/podcast-archive, or from
www.markleveridge.podbean.com where you can also sign up to be a
follower and receive each new release automatically.
21.2.26
Scottish
Panto Fun with The Buttons Show. Join legendary Scottish family
entertainer Mr ButtonZ with a Zee for an hour of Panto fun! Featuring
amazing puppets, fabulous stories, dazzling magic and catchy Scottish
singalong songs! All ages love The ButtonZ Show – Oh yes they will!
Official ButtonZ brand merchandise will be on sale after each
performance. Wear your favourite costume! Fun for all ages! Saturday 4th
July at 2pm at Church Hill Theatre, Morningside Road, Edinburgh EH10
4DR.
www.cultureedinburgh.com.
21.2.26
It
is the magic of cinema. I saw Nouvelle Vague on Monday, and
loved every frame. The film reimagines, and captures beautifully, a moment
in time; the making of Jean-Luc Godard’s Breathless.
Breathless trailer (1960)
YouTube. Nouvelle Vague trailer (2025)
YouTube.
21.2.26
"Jack
Rhodes of Ulverston 'proud' after publishing first book"
Click Here [details here:
www.jackrhodes.net] • "Blackpool February Festival kicks off this
week - here's what you need to know"
Click Here • "'Bold and vibrant' Blackpool in Town of Culture bid"
Click Here • "Derren Brown is bringing his mind-bending new show to
Blackpool"
Click Here • "Nigerian magician, FaddotheGreat becomes Guinness
record holder after 50-hour magic marathon"
Click Here • "Magician breaks Guinness World Record days before
Colorado Springs show"
Click Here • "Peek at Houdini’s handcuffs in NYC exhibit on ‘Golden
Age’ of magicians"
Click Here • "Peek at Houdini’s handcuffs in NYC exhibit on ‘Golden
Age’ of magicians"
Click Here • That's it for this week, hope you are all having fun in
Blackpool! See you next week, Duncan.
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