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1224 - Saturday 9th December 2023
Celia
Munoz, Bernardo Sedlacek, Winston Fuenmayo, Magical Bones, Danny Goldsmith and
Adrien Quillien, all appearing at the world's largest magic convention in
February 2024... The Blackpool Magic Convention!
Celia Munoz - winner of Spain's Got Talent,
Finalist on AGT and Star of 'AGT Live' at The Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
Bernardo Sedlacek -this young magician learned from some of the greatest
names in magic.
Winston Fuenmayo - studied clowning, acting, juggling and comedy to
create performances full of emotion and astonishment.
Magical Bones - his debut solo show, Black Magic, sold-out at London’s
Southbank Festival and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Danny Goldsmith - from street performances to corporate gigs, Danny has
20 years of performance experience behind him.
Adrien Quillien - a French Champion mixing Cups & Balls and cocktails!
The sooner you book the closer you'll be:
www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com.
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Jamie
Allan's Amaze ★★★★ "A revelation, and in the most unexpected ways" Chris
Jones, Chicago Tribune. Jamie Allan's Amaze is currently playing The
Rhapsody Theater, Chicago, until January 7th (tickets:
www.rhapsodytheater.com) receiving a glowing review from Chris Jones
in the Chicago Tribune. Here are some of the highlights:
“Jamie Allan could teach a master class in
magic performance as emotional engagement... Allan's artistic center is
really no different from that of, say, Stephen Sondheim or Tony
Kushner... The result is the kind of rare magic show where you can see
(as I did on Sunday night) a father and son move their chairs a little
closer together as a consequence of what they were experiencing through
each other... An uncommon warmth and openness amid all the deception.
This is audience-centered, narrative-based magic... Now doing deeper
work, anticipating the needs of his audience as very few in his
profession can do, and exploring how a magic show can cover up the
losses present in all of our lives. But he still has all of the old
polish and technique (his explosive finale is just fabulous)... A
luminous way to spend an evening with someone you love and a show that
goes far beyond just another magician in one of Chicago's growing
inventory of magic rooms... 'Amaze' will amaze you, I feel sure, albeit
not entirely in the way you might expect."
The full online version is here
[subscription]
www.chicagotribune.com.
See Jamie promoting the show live on CBS
News: "'Jumpstart with Jackie: Amaze' magic show at Rhapsody Theater in
Rogers Park"
Click Here.
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Young
& Strange are another British export enjoying international success.
Between December 2023 to April 2024 they can be seen in their own show
'Delusionists' as well starring in 'Champions of Magic' across the USA
and Canada. See
www.youngandstrange.co.uk for venues and dates. "Young & Strange
triumph" The Times.
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A
message from Wayne Dobson. For the past 15 years the organisers of
the don’t-miss Blackpool Convention, my good friends Russ Stevens,
Russell Brown and Guy Barrett, have been kind enough to involve me in
their jamboree every year, presenting my one-hour ‘Wayne Dobson &
Friends’ show on the Saturday lunchtime with Michael J. Fitch and Mike
Sullivan supporting me in the background. It seems to have become
something of a Blackpool staple, and it’s been wonderful that we pack
the room out every year. It’s a big part of the year for me, and I’ve
always loved playing Blackpool – it’s a very special convention, the
best in this world for me, one overflowing with so many fond memories
over the last 50 years.
For the past couple of years I’m not afraid to admit that I have
struggled with my voice, as it has gradually become quieter thanks to my
condition. Winter isn’t a good time for me, and the thing it most
affects is my voice. We have found ways around it, by keeping my
vocalising to a minimum, making more and more use of pre-recorded voice
overs and leaning more heavily on my magical guests, but I cannot
pretend the strength of my voice has not become an issue for us.
On a couple of occasions my closest friends have quietly mentioned to me
about my voice being subdued at my show, which only confirmed what I was
well and truly aware of. When I found out the Pavilion Theatre is closed
next year (I love that venue as its very fringe which really suits my
style) I took the decision not to do the Saturday show any more. I
really don't want any future shows being substandard, and I certainly
don't want people saying Wayne Dobson has lost it, so I made the
decision - with a few regrets but knowing that the time had come - to
withdraw.
Blackpool is one of the highlights of the year for me, as it is an
opportunity to meet so many friends and catch up with them once a year.
I take very little medication for my condition apart from a very small
amount of muscle relaxer at night to help me sleep. The main medication
for me is being involved in Blackpool convention, it's my magical
therapy where my MS becomes secondary. So I will still be there at the
Dtrik stand, and at Vanishing Inc’s stand promoting my new Legacy
trilogy, still very involved and enjoying every minute, for many
Blackpools to come. I look forward to meeting old friends there - and
making new ones.
By the way I will still do the occasional theatre show as we have found
ways to choreograph it to accommodate my condition. I may have MS, but
it doesn’t have me - yet.
May I take the opportunity to express my deepest gratitude to all those
magicians who have been in touch over my trilogy Legacy book-set. I’ve
had so many heart-warming comments: too many for me to reply to
personally - but every one of them has a place in my heart. We are all
so fortunate to be part of this global magic community: magic and
magicians have, literally, saved my life. There’s nothing like it in any
other branch of show-business, and we should cherish it and our part in
it.
Wayne xx.
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New Year Specials at The Magic Circle,
2nd, 3rd, 4thJanuary, London.
Explore
our magnificent building, be enchanted by our close-up magicians,
enjoying a drink in the famous Magic Circle clubroom and then warm
yourself up in true winter cheer with our magnificent magic variety show
featuring world class performers in our gorgeous magical theatre!
Starring BGT 2023 Finalist Lewis Fuller. Get your tickets now for an
unforgettable new year celebration of magic, held at The Magic Circle's
secret Euston headquarters.
www.themagiccircle.co.uk.
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The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week,
Jerry Andrus on John Fisher's The Best of Magic from 18th October 1989.
See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
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Mark
Lewis 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: "Mark Lewis - A Master of Svengali, Tarot and
Hypnotism" YouTube.
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Conjuring
at the Court - Wednesday 27th December, London.
Another fabulous line-up of top professional magicians! We're thrilled
to welcome back - after 10 years - the spectacular classic magic of Roy
Davenport, a great performer from a well-known magic family. Ian Keable
will entrance you with powerful magic and mind-reading, served up with a
dry, pointed wit that can reduce the audience to hysterics. James
Fortune puts the fun into magic with his genial comedy style and plenty
of enjoyable humour with the audience. And Richard Pinner is one of the
top magicians in the country, inventive, a professional to his
fingertips, engaging and utterly mystifying! Your host is the frequently
baffling Russell Levinson.
Wednesday 27th December at the Drayton Court, 2 The Avenue, West Ealing,
London W13
8PH. Just 12 minutes from Central London. Parking is free from 6.30pm.
The evening performance starts at 8pm and runs to 10pm with an interval.
Tickets £13 in advance from
www.conjuringatthecourt.com - or £14
on the door. Why not come early and enjoy a meal before the show!
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Children's Magic Show -
Wednesday 27th December, London.
For our Christmas children's magic show we've been lucky enough to find
one of the top children's magicians in the country! Skittleman is a
funny, lively and likeable children's entertainer. Original, funny,
fast-moving entertainment, with magic, puppetry, energy and colour.
He'll make the children, toddlers and even the adults laugh. So come
along with your children and watch them smile - and have a laugh
yourself!
Wednesday 27th December at the Drayton Court, 2 The Avenue, West Ealing,
London W13
8PH. Just 12 minutes from Central London.
Doors open at 2pm, the show starts at 2.30pm and runs to 4pm with a
break. Tickets £8 for under 16s, £10 for adults, available from
www.conjuringatthecourt.com. All children to be accompanied by an
adult.
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Peter
Clifford's More Magical Merriment 2023! Alma Tavern & Theatre, Bristol.
Peter Clifford returns to the Alma Theatre in December to help us
welcome in the yuletide season with a brand new Christmas magic show for
all the family. His "unique and brilliant blend of bamboozlement and
banter" has been a festive favourite for years gone by, and we couldn’t
pass up the chance of hosting another wonderful show full of madcap
mirth and magical merriment. We promise that you’ll leave feeling
"uplifted, with jaws dropped and a beaming smile of joy", and full to
the brim of seasonal joy! But don’t just take our word on it: "Peter
Clifford is one of my favourite magicians and one of the loveliest
people I know." Derren Brown. "Peter Clifford’s love of the art
resonates throughout the field of magic bringing life and hope to us
all" David Blaine
Approximate running time 1 hour 30 minutes (no interval). Recommended
for ages 10+ (not due to any sensitive content, just attention spans!)
All tickets include a £1 booking fee. All purchases for a show at the
Alma now have a suggested donation to the theatre and inhouse company of
£2.00. You can remove this donation by changing the amount to £0.00, but
please do consider offering your generosity to help us continue to offer
great theatre at affordable prices. Alma Tavern & Theatre, 18-20 Alma
Vale Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2HY. For December dates and to book
visit
www.tickettailor.com.
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The
Magic Hour - London's most exclusive magic show. We present premium
magic shows in the heart of London inspired by the Victorian masters of
deception and the Golden Age of Magic. Take a journey back in time to
discover a unique and memorable experience in a luxurious setting. The
Magic Hour is London's longest running 'parlour' magic show; a theatre
style show in a private drawing room for a small audience. Our capacity
is 60, so everyone is close enough to see the magician's every move. The
Magic Hour, Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Piccadilly W1J 7BX. 9th,
10th (sold out) 15th and 17th December. See
www.magichourshow.com.
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Last
Chance To Join. This is the final call for those wishing to attend
Mark Leveridge's one-off Zoom event on Tuesday 12th December. Called The
Best of 2022/2023, this presentation will feature a selection of the
magic, advice and moves that have been added to the E-Club Pro web pages
over the last two years. Mark will perform and explain close up effects
suitable for strolling as well as close up shows, will provide advice
regarding the use of onstage spectators and online marketing, plus will
go through some excellent coin and card moves to add finesse to your own
performances. The evening will start at 7.30pm (GMT) and you can book
your 'front row' seat now for just £10.00 by going to
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
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Steve
Hewlett & Friends, Saturday 6th April 2024. Top TV Comedy
Ventriloquist Steve Hewlett and Friends: Fiesta - The Gloria Estefan
Tribute, The Fiesta Dancers, and Richard Griffin - Multi-award winning
magician. Saturday 6th April 2024 at Pavilion Theatre, Pier Gardens,
Gorleston, Norfolk NR31 6PP
www.gorlestonpavilion.co.uk.
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Unbelievable - Must end January 7th.
Following the extraordinary success of Derren’s recent production of Showman,
Unbelievable is a magic show like no other. Fusing the best of theatre with
jaw dropping illusions never before seen in the West End, Unbelievable features
a New York Subway band and a company of multi-talented performers who will bring
to life, live on stage, an evening of bewildering trickery, from the imagination
of Derren Brown.
Unbelievable was created, written and directed by UK stage and screen phenomenon
Derren Brown, and long-time collaborators Andy Nyman and Andrew O’Connor.
www.unbelievablelive.com.
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High Jinx Christmas Show - Blackpool Tower Circus.
Experience the magic of the holidays with the High Jinx Christmas Show
at the famous Blackpool Tower Circus! Join Michael Jordan and the incredibly
talented cast of High Jinx for a family-friendly Christmas extravaganza. Prepare
to be amazed by mind-blowing magic, awe-inspiring circus acts, and delightful
festive surprises sprinkled throughout the show. This is the perfect way to
create lasting memories and celebrate the joy of the season together! 2nd
December 2023 - 1st January 2024 at The Blackpool Tower Circus, Blackpool
Promenade FY1 4BJ
www.theblackpooltower.com.
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Magic
Live! Las Vegas, 2024. Registration is now open. The producers
of Magic Live! work year round to find new ways to surprise you, to offer
something unexpected, to create an environment for you to share with new friends
and old — and to send everyone home inspired. Find out more and how to register
at
www.magicconvention.com/about.
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Dynamo Beyond Belief - shows 1 to 3
are being repeated on Sky following on from the all-new 'Dynamo is Dead'
which goes out on the 16th. See TV Magic for
details. "Magician Dynamo cuts a casual figure as he makes a rare
appearance with glamorous wife Kelly Frayne at Adidas Originals party"
www.dailymail.co.uk.
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"Roy
Keane's brilliant reaction to Dynamo's stunning magic!"
YouTube • "Being a Woman in Magic May be the Hardest Trick of All"
[subscription]
Click Here • "Magical exhibit opens at the Chinese-Canadian Museum
in Victoria"
Click Here • "From Vegas to Victoria: Illusionist Vitaly is living
the dream"
Click Here • "One Hobbyist Magician’s Disillusionment With The Magic
Castle"
Click Here • "This magician fails on stage, but recovers in the most
amazing way!"
Click Here • Thanks for your news as always, see you next week, Duncan.
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Number
1223 - Saturday 2nd December 2023
The
Magic Circle Christmas Show 2023. Our annual spellbinding spectacle returns,
with an incredible lineup of world-class magicians, mind-readers and masters of
manipulation! Starring the unique comedy double act Hudson & Hudson, Master
Mentalist Marc Paul, Penn & Teller Fooler and FISM card magic first prize winner
Horret Wu and FISM first prize manipulation winner Artem Shchukin, hosted by
Dynamo's official Head of Magic, Harry De Cruz! Explore our magnificent
building, be enchanted by our close-up magicians, enjoying a drink in the famous
Magic Circle clubroom and then warm yourself up in true winter cheer with our
magnificent show featuring world class performers in our gorgeous magical
theatre! Book now
www.themagiccircle.co.uk.
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Wayne
Dobson's Legacy by Wayne Dobson with Bob Gill - just published!
"Wayne Dobson has just done an amazing service for the magic community!
His new 3 volume book, Wayne Dobson’s Legacy, is jam packed with first
rate, audience tested, A+++ material! What a legacy it is! These are
actual routines that he has used throughout his legendary career. It is
all there! The very best stuff from his nightclub act, his theatre
shows, and his television appearances. All are explained complete with
the thinking that went into the creation of these great routines.
Besides the great magic, we are also treated to Wayne’s life story. We
get a peek behind the curtain to understand what goes on in creating a
successful career in show business. The hard work, the motivation, the
struggle to achieve the top tier in entertainment. Wayne Dobson has done
it all and he freely shares what he has learned. He holds nothing back.
For anyone serious about a career in magic this is required reading!"
- Lance Burton. Three jam-packed volumes: Volume 1: Memoirs,
Volume 2: TV & Live Material, Volume 3: New material. For all the
details and to place an order
Click Here.
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Houdini's
Rope Ties and Escapes is out today, exclusively from
CollectingMagicBooks.com. First published in 1921, this book has 78
pages of Houdini's own escapology secrets, beautifully illustrated
throughout with detailed line drawings and an additional 7 photographic
plates of Houdini's techniques. This hardback edition is strictly
limited to just 100 numbered copies and 10 review copies. This luxury
facsimile edition has oatmeal buckram bookcloth, two-tone head and tail
bands, sapphire endpapers, cream bookwove paper for the pages and
photographic plates matching the original edition. It starts with a
colour plate illustrating the original cover. To see more photos and
details, or to order yours today for £26, visit
www.collectingmagicbooks.com.
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Wonka
Magic. Paul Kieve has reunited with Harry Potter movie producer
David Heyman to create magic on the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
prequel, Wonka, released in the UK on December 10th. Directed by Paul
King (The Mighty Boosh, Paddington) the film stars Timothée Chalamet as
the young chocolate impresario. Chalamet’s Wonka character has a back
story in magic and sleight of hand which introduces him to his famous
showmanship and magical style.
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Luke
Jermay Lecture - Society of Irish Magicians. Luke Jermay writes: I
invite you to join me in a celebration of pure conjuring. Not a single
mind will be read. Instead together we will explore some of my favourite
original conjuring creations. Each effect is designed to be performed in
real world close-up settings and no detail will be left out. Alongside
the methods, techniques and secrets, I will also share some tips and
ideas to help you create your own beautiful, impossible, mysterious
magic. I love this material. I love performing it. I love sharing it.
Society of Irish Magicians, Academy Plaza Hotel, Findlater Place, Dublin
1 on Tuesday, 5th November at 8pm. Non-members welcome €20 door charge.
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British
Ring President's Dinner, Saturday 16th March 2024. Philip Partridge
President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians British Ring
No.25 writes: I am thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to you,
for an unforgettable evening at my British Ring International
Brotherhood of Magicians President’s Dinner. Date: Saturday 16th March
2024. Time: 6.30pm for 7.15pm. Venue: Village Hotel, Cheadle, Manchester
SK8 1HW. Swimming Pool and Gym available for those staying over.
www.village-hotels.co.uk/manchester-cheadle. I can't wait to share
this enchanting evening with you. The event will include a drinks
reception, a scrumptious three-course dinner, entertainment and after
dinner cabaret. A choice of menu will be sent when booking tickets.
Tickets for the dinner are £45 each and are available via
magic@magicphilip.co.uk
[members and non-members welcome].
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Shuffled:
A New Magic Show by Andi Gladwin at The Rhapsody Theater, Chicago.
Andi Gladwin's new intimate magic show unveils a mesmeriszing fusion of
storytelling, technology, and your very own deck of cards! An
electrifying evening of magic awaits you for this brand-new show,
developed exclusively for performances at The Rhapsody Theater, Chicago.
March 14th-24th, 2024. Book here:
www.rhapsodytheater.thundertix.com.
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Amethyst
- Danny Hunt and Stephanie Clarke, are appearing at the Cromer Pier
for the second year in a row as part of the annual Christmas Variety
Show. They can be seen alongside multi-talented magician and singer Olly
Day. Amethyst will perform their own act in the Christmas show and can
also be seen showcasing their other talents during the show by taking
part in other acts and sketches. The Cromer Pier Christmas Show runs
until December 30th, six days a week, with matinee and evening
performances. Prices from £25 (adult) and £17 (child) from
www.cromerpier.co.uk or the box office on 01263 512495.
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John
Archer in Beauty and the Beast. Soap star, actress and singer Shona
McGarty leads the cast of the Orchard Theatre’s spectacular and
enchanting family pantomime Beauty and the Beast as Belle. She will be
joined by Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist John Archer as Belle’s
Father, fellow soap actor Harry Reid as Silly Billy, and Musical Theatre
performers Emma Jay Thomas as the Enchantress and Tom Senior as Flash
Harry. Beauty and The Beast, Orchard West, 20-54 Hythe Street, Dartford,
Kent DA1 1BX. Saturday 9th-31st December 2023
www.orchardtheatre.co.uk.
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The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This week,
David Nixon and Lynsey de Paul in a performance taken from The David Nixon Show
in 1974, shown on John Fisher's The Best of Magic on 18th October 1989.
See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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Kyle
Purnell 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: "Kyle Purnell talks Penn & Teller's Fool Us and the
future for his magic"
YouTube.
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Martin
Cox Auction - Watford Association of Magicians, 5th December. Andy Clockwise
writes: On Tuesday 5th December, the Watford Association of Magicians
will be holding an auction on behalf of the late, great Martin Cox at
their HQ. Martin had been in the business a very long time, and over
that time had collected a lot of Magic. Not everything that Martin
purchased made it into his shows, for one reason or another, and many
items are still brand new and sealed in their original packaging. As
well as these items there will of course be pieces that Martin did
perform with and this will be a great opportunity to pick up something
personally used by Martin in a performance.
The auction will be held on Tuesday 5th
December at the Henderson Hub, Abbotts Langley, Hertfordshire WD5 0AR
with a large car park nearby. Doors will open at 7.30pm and the auction
will start at 8pm prompt. This is an "open" evening at the WAM HQ and if
you do come along, please bring cash as it will be a cash only auction.
All items will start at £1 and there will be no reserve on any items so
you're sure to grab yourself a bargain. All proceeds from the auction
will go to Martin's family.
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The Royal Variety Performance 2023.
Bradley Walsh hosts The Royal Variety Performance 2023 from the
magnificent Royal Albert Hall in London in the presence of Their Royal
Highnesses, The Prince and Princess of Wales and The Crown Princess and
Prince Daniel of Sweden. Featuring a magical performance from Derren
Brown’s Unbelievable cast. Sunday 17th December on ITV1. See
TV Magic for details.
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The
Mark Leveridge Podcast. The latest audio offering from Mark
Leveridge (Dec23/Jan24) is now posted and ready for you to enjoy. Here
are the topics Mark discusses this time: Why trick hype is not just
marketing. The challenge of stopping mobile spectators in order to
entertain them. The joy that is Totterdown Tricky Thursdays. Dealing
with the dreaded “look kids, here’s the magician for you”. Andy and
Preston Nyman, putting the fun back into magic. News on the third volume
in the Four-midable Magic Series. How to get the benefits of post show
analysis. Why Jay Fortune’s Dream Maker’s Manifesto could be useful for
you. How to deal with loud background music when working tables.
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.
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Memoraid
by Chris Rawlins. Chris Rawlins' Shared Thoughts, writes: Memoraid
by Chris Rawlins is your new secret weapon that will transform you into
a memory master. Designed to look and function like a real memory game,
Memoraid allows you to easily demonstrate the superpower of perfect
recall. The best part is that this very special prop does all the work
for you. You will be able to look like you have the world's best memory,
whilst using none of it.
This is an image deck that makes sense. With no expense spared on
design, development or manufacture, the quality of Memoraid is
exceptional. Highly recommended by Bob Kohler, Noel Qualter, The Jerx,
David Regal, Angelo Carbone, Mark Elsdon, Marc Paul, Lewis Leval and
Hector Chadwick! For a limited time, worldwide postage is included in
your purchase:
Click Here.
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South
Downs Magicians Christmas Party. Des King writes: On Wednesday 6th
December South Downs Magicians will be holding their Christmas Party.
Visiting magicians and non-magicians are welcome to come along, tickets
are £8 - bring your own refreshments and booze. You must book in advance
as space is limited. There will be close-up magic from the members and
the star cabaret is Chris North with Cabaret Mystique. The party will be
in the Handcross Parish Hall, High Street, Handcross, Haywards Heath
RH17 6BJ. Anyone wishing to come along please contact Jonathan Cann
jcann27@gmail.com 01444 230409 or
07850 917126
www.southdownsmagicians.co.uk.
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Kevin
Gallagher Lecture - Leicester Magic Circle, Monday 4th December.
From the organisers: Kevin has enjoyed several decades working as a
professional magician at Exhibitions and Promotions, Corporate Events
and Private Functions. He has previously lectured or performed at many
UK and European magic societies and events, was summer resident magician
at 'Accademia Italiana Arte Magica', and has enjoyed competition success
at the International Magic Convention and European Championships
(Vienna). He has made multiple appearances at FFFF and performed at FISM
(Stockholm).
The lecture features unique teaching of sleight of hand magic that is
suitable for almost all conditions using no special props, lending
itself to impromptu situations. There are no items for sale, but
everyone will gain something from the evening. Visiting magicians
welcome (£10
on the door for non-members). Monday 4th December at 7.30pm at Leicester Magic Circle,
Braunstone Civic Centre, 209 Kingsway, Braunstone Town, Leicester LE3
2PP
www.theleicestermagiccircle.co.uk.
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Colley
Index for the New Pentagram now available. Dr. Michael Colley
writes: I'm pleased to announce that, just in time for Christmas, I have
completed the "Colley Index" to the New Pentagram, Edited by Peter
Warlock from 1969 to 1989. There are 2,134 article entries, with up to 9
categories per entry (there are 520 categories), 5,853 name entries and
320 photo and picture entries. The price is £25.
This is an addition to the Colley Series of Indices, which also includes
ABRAcadabra, Club71/The Magician, Demon Telegraph*, The Gen*,
Goodliffe's Magic Monthly, The Jinx, Magic Magazine* (Max Andrews),
Magigram*, Magic Wand (Photos only), Mind & Magic (Ted Lesley), The
Pentagram (also edited by Peter Warlock), Stanyon's "Magic" and The
Wizard. There is also an index to 14,013 photographs in the first 100
volumes of The Magic Circular. All can be searched by Author, Title and
Categories.
The New Pentagram Index, like the previous ones, is an Access database,
but the information can be provided as Excel spreadsheets, as .pdf files
or as .csv for importation into other databases. The indices marked with
* also have indices of the Advertisements in the magazines. Full details
of all Indices can be obtained from the compiler, Dr. Michael Colley at
cmcolley@tiscali.co.uk. P.S. All the above indices have been
combined into a Compendium Index which can be searched as a whole
database or as separate magazines.
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Zodiac
Close-up Magic Competition. Donato Capitella writes: On November
29th, the Zodiac Magical Society hosted a close up competition in our
London club room, featuring 9 members and Michael Vincent as a special
guest judge. Thanks to all participants for an amazing evening of magic
and congratulations to William Spencer for winning, followed by Bob
Spruce in second place and Juan Marroche in third. You can follow us on
@zodiacmagicalsociety on Instagram and visit our website at
www.zodiacmagicalsociety.co.uk for more information about upcoming
events.
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