Number
1306 - Saturday 5th July 2025
MagicWeek launched during the peak of the now infamous dot-com bubble
on Saturday 1st July 2000 (MagicWeek
number 1). It was a time when many new internet
ventures were based on little more than woofle dust, soon to disappear.
But unlike the
boo dot-coms
of the day MagicWeek luckily required little more investment than a PC
and some determination... This week I take a fond look back in
The MagicWeek Story. DT.
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25
Years of MagicWeek: The Magicians' Podcast Network Interview - free to
view on YouTube. "Duncan Trillo sits down with Richard Young to
discuss 25 years of the UK magic institution MagicWeek.co.uk" Free to watch:
YouTube. For more interviews like this and much more, subscribe to
The Magicians' Podcast Network on Spotify:
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Las
Vegas Weekly: Best of Vegas Readers' Choice Awards - Best Comedian:
Piff the Magic Dragon. "Razor-sharp wit, perfectly timed delivery
and clever comebacks reveal Piff as a truly gifted comedian who happens
to do magic..." Read the full article on
www.lasvegasweekly.com. Piff can be seen here in the UK next year at
The Session (9th-11th January 2026).
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The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week, in celebration of 25 years of MagicWeek, I thought I'd upload a
personal favourite. Fresh from his Grand Prix win at FISM 1982 in Lausanne,
Switzerland, and aged just 22, Lance Burton's outstanding performance on The
Paul Daniels Magic Show on 20th November 1982 provided inspiration (and a
few full-time careers!) for a new generation of young magicians. This was the
first time we'd seen him here in the UK and overnight he became everyone's
favourite magic act. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
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"Russ
Stevens' Desert Island Tricks"
YouTube.
"Ever wondered who's behind the mind-blowing magic that captivates millions on
Britain's Got Talent? Meet Russ Stevens, the unsung hero orchestrating magical
moments for one of television's biggest shows. In this riveting conversation,
Russ pulls back the curtain on his remarkable journey from reluctant
collaborator to BGT's dedicated magic consultant, single-handedly
revolutionising how magic is presented to mainstream audiences..." Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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Laura
London: Cheat - The Magicians Table, London, 11th July. Cheat
is the incredible story of Geraldine Hartmann, a card shark, gambler,
and sleight of hand artist in the 1920s. Laura London debuted her first
one-woman show 'Laura London: Cheat' at the Edinburgh Fringe 2016 and
received four and five-star reviews across the board. Since then, she
has toured the show, appearing at venues such as The Meridien Hotel,
Piccadilly and Vaulty Towers in Waterloo, La Villette in Paris and The
Magic Castle in Los Angeles.
The show reveals the story of Geraldine Hartmann, a card shark, gambler,
sleight of hand artist and of course a cheat in the 1920s. Geraldine's
passionate affair with poker, whiskey and a lover are told through the
entries of her personal journal, as are the card cheating techniques she
used to part the suckers from their money. Be enthralled and entertained
as Laura London lays bare the life and secrets of one of the world's few
female card sharks. Friday 11th July, 7.30pm-9.30pm at The Magicians
Table, 47-49 Tanner Street, London SE1 3PL. See
www.magicianstablelive.com.
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The
Magicians' Podcast Network. Out Now! One of the UK's leading working
close-up magicians, CEO of
Giggio and star of the capital's hit nightly magic show
The Magicians
Table, Martyn Rowland joins Young and Hudson this week.
Topics discussed: Chat about tech magic, AI and the new Pitata Inversion Board.
The early days of Giggio and how many people subscribed. Being a working
magician and balancing it with being a parent. An in-depth chat on The Magicians
Table. His memories of when he did the marketing for The Magic Circle. Also
Martyn answers 20 Magic Questions!
Facebook:
www.facebook.com/MagiciansPodcast
Subscribe on Spotify:
www.spotify.com
Subscribe on Apple:
www.podcasts.apple.com.
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The
Remarkable Ben Hart - Wilton's Music Hall, London, 4th & 5th September. A
brand-new mind-bending theatrical experience! Prepare to have your
reality rewritten... Following sold-out shows around the world, Ben Hart
returns with a brand-new show, his most astonishing and impossible yet.
An entirely unique voice in magic, Hart brings together enthralling
storytelling, sharp wit and indisputable charm, to create magic shows
that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling. This time,
it's not just magic, it's real. Wilton's Music Hall, 1 Graces Alley,
London E1 8JB. See
www.wiltons.org.uk.
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Pete Firman Tricks & Giggles,
September & October Tour Dates.
With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under
his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician.
Join him for an evening of Tricks & Giggles, as Pete brings his trademark blend
of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages around the UK with this
brand-new show touring 2025/26.
Expect impossible feats, sleight of hand and big laughs from one of magic's most
exciting performers!
As seen on Amazon's Good Omens, ITV1's Tonight at the London Palladium and The
Next Great Magician, BBC1's The John Bishop Show and The Sarah Millican
Television Programme. He's probably also popped up on your social media feeds
with his mind-boggling and regularly viral magic videos.
"The man from Middlesbrough sets the pace for comedy-meets-magic in the 21st
century" The Times
"The new poster-boy for British comedy magic" The Telegraph
"Seamless blending of quality magic and stand-up comedy. It is a joy to watch"
Edinburgh Festivals Magazine
"The best magic tricks in the Universe" Independent
For all tour dates, going in to 2026 as well, see www.petefirman.co.uk. 5.7.25
Steve
Valentine Lecture - Northamptonshire Magicians Club, 8th July. Joy
Payne writes: Were absolutely thrilled to announce a very special
lecture night at NMC with the fantastic Steve Valentine. He is an
award-winning magician and actor known for his roles in Crossing
Jordan, Im in the Band, and as the voice of Alistair in the
Dragon Age video game series. Steve has headlined at the Magic
Castle in Hollywood, performed worldwide, and is a two-time Magic Castle
Close-Up Magician of the Year. He hosts the candid and humorous podcast
Magicians Only, offering insights into the world of magic.
Dont miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most versatile
performers in the industry. Were looking forward to seeing you there
and sharing whats sure to be another great night at the NMC. Tuesday
8th July. Start time 8pm club room opens 7.30pm, admittance to the bar
via the front entrance from 7.15pm. Members free, guest fee £15 pay on
the night. Please support our raffle! Northamptonshire Magicians Club,
Brafield Working Mens Club, 35 Bedford Road, Brafield-on-the-Green,
Northampton NN7 1BD.
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Chris
Dugdale: 1 Astonishment 2 Many - The Old Court, Windsor, 22nd July.
"Best Magic Show!" Hello! Magazine 2022 / 2024
The only act ever to win the EdFest Bouquet 5 times!
The best of Chris Dugdale (so far!) plus new jaw-dropping pieces...
Awarded the highest honour possible in magic - Member of the Inner Magic
Circle with Gold Star.
14 Royal Family performances including a Royal Command Performance for
Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
"Beyond a shadow of a doubt masterful magic" Metro
"Beyond Belief" Herald
"A favorite of Queen Elizabeth II" LA Weekly
"The closest thing to mind reading we will ever get" The List
★★★★
"You blew my mind" Gerard Butler
7.30pm on Tuesday 22nd July at The Old Court, St Leonard's Road, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 3BL. Showreel: YouTube Tickets: www.tickets.windsor.gov.uk. 5.7.25
The
Fringe is coming... and so is the Magic! The world's biggest arts
festival is nearly here - and MagicFest is lighting it up with
spellbinding shows across Edinburgh! From exclusive castle experiences
to high-energy, electric performances, there's something for everyone.
Tickets are vanishing fast - book now and be part of the magic!
www.magicfest.co.uk.
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Luke
Jermay Lecture - The Watford Association of Magicians, 8th July. Lee
Bell writes: The Watford Association of Magicians is excited to announce
that it has managed to secure a special guest for one night only. We
will be hosting an evening with Luke Jermay on Tuesday 8th July. Luke
has lived a life consumed by mystery. For as long as he can remember he
felt an irresistible draw to all things strange and magical. You might
know Luke as a mentalist. There is another side to his passion for the
mystery arts. A side that you might not know. A side that, outside of
his friends has remained hidden in the shadows, until now. Beautiful,
impossible, mysterious magic.
The Watford Association of Magicians, The Henderson Hub, High Street, Abbots Langley WD5 0AR. All details on the Watford Association of Magicians Facebook page. Non WAM members just £10 on the night. Please contact Lee Bell, the event host, on 07753 430225, to let him know you are coming so the club he can keep up to date with the amount of people attending. There is a free carpark at the rear of the High Street, just a two minute walk to the venue. www.wamclub.co.uk/calendar. 5.7.25
Introducing
The Leveridge Legacy Collection. Mark writes: Since the 1st April
2017 all my products have been delivered as downloads and although much
of the physical stock was sold before the changeover date, small
quantities of around 35 items have remained in my storeroom. So I have
decided that for a 12 month period I am going to make these physical
products available again on a first-come, first-served basis once the
supplies are gone no more will be made.
The remaining stock has been organised into the Leveridge Legacy
Collection and a small number of the products will be re-issued each
month between Sept 25 and Sept 26. This is an amazing one-off
opportunity to get your hands on products such as The Ultimate
Lightning Ring Box, Cigarette Through Chip, The Magic Party Number Pack,
The Clausen Chips, Perfect Crime and Ropey Rope amongst
others, as well as printed copies of some of my books.
With supplies of each item often being so limited, interested customers
will need to be quick when the details of each new batch are revealed in
the E-Club email newsletters at the start of every month. If you are
keen, you may wish to consider signing up as a Leveridge Legacy
Collection VIP, as this will get you advance news of each re-release a
couple of weeks before it is generally advertised. You can find full
details on the Leveridge Legacy Collection and the VIP sign up option by
going to
www.markleveridge.co.uk/the-leveridge-legacy-collection.
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Let's
Bury Jack - The Musical. David Britland writes: There's a long and
inglorious history of card magic performed to rhyming patter. Popular
songs have also been used to give card routines an emotional dimension.
That meant choreographing the magic to fit the music, which was never
ideal. With AI, you can now flip that process and compose the music and
song to fit the routine. I've been exploring the use of AI in magic.
Here is one example of using Suno AI for music. Lyrics written in
collaboration with ChatGPT and Claude AI:
YouTube.
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The Karl Fulves Convention - London, 12th July. The Karl Fulves Convention (KFC) will be held this year on Saturday 12th July from 1pm at The Sir John Oldcastle pub, 29-35 Farringdon Road, London EC1M 3JF (on the corner of Farringdon Road and Greville Street, a five minute walk from International Magic in Clerkenwell Road).
The KFC is a highly informal afternoon set up to honour the most important close-up magician of the 20th century. Attendance is free but you are required to show at least one trick by Fulves, or from any of his publications. To commemorate its 10th anniversary, this year's convention promises a few surprises! At 5.30pm there will be a lecture and a second-hand book sale at the nearby Betsey Trotwood pub if there is enough interest. For more information email abrown.kfc@gmail.com. 5.7.25
Steve
Goodwin's 'Dissecting Methods' Lecture - Cambridge Pentacle Club, 8th
July. Hugh Newsam writes: In this lecture we will be looking at
various effects (new and old) to see how the mathematics that is used in
magic really work - and the cases where they don't! Pentacle Club,
Cambridge., Tuesday 8th July at 8pm (doors 7.30pm) at Cambridge Pentacle
Club, St Andrew's Church Hall, Cherry Hinton, Cambridge CB1 3JS. Non
members welcome. £10 on the door or pay via
www.pentacleclub.com.
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Johnathon
Breckin presents 'Pure Imagination' a brand new magic and mentalism show.
From the promoter: Johnathon Breckin's 'Pure Imagination' takes you on an
unforgettable journey into the world of magic and mentalism making the
impossible seem possible. This intimate performance, set in the iconic Horseshoe
Bar at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, promises to leave you questioning reality as
Johnathon expertly blends mentalism with audience interaction. Prepare for an
evening of mystery, wonder, and mind-bending feats that will leave you
spellbound.
Let your imagination run wild and come and enjoy this intimate, family-friendly
show that blends mentalism, magic, and audience interaction. Selected dates
March to August. For more details and to book visit:
www.bookings.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com.
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Manchester
Circle of Magicians Grand Charity Magic Auction - 14th July. We are
hosting a charity magic auction on Monday 14th July at the Micker Brook,
Councillor Lane, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle SK8 5NU. This auction is in
support of the Alzheimer's Society. Viewing of the auction lots will
begin from 6pm. Here's a sample of what to expect: Leviosa (Joao
Miranda), Optix (Tobias Dostal), Hacker (Les French Twins), Tornado
(Peter Eggink), DMC Elites x 6 (New!), Appearing Glass (Steve Thompson),
RC Spirit Bell, 52 Memories (Andi Gladwin & Jack Parker), Electronic
Flying / Vanishing Silk. Auction will begin at 7pm. Items will not be
demonstrated by the auctioneer. They are sold as seen, however the
auctioneer will provide a description of each item being sold. See
instagram.com/manchestercircleofmagicians and
facebook.com/ManchesterCircleofMagicians.
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Final reminder! Ferrybridge Day of Magic - tomorrow, Sunday 6th July. From the organisers: Travis Perkins is pleased to announce the date for the Ferrybridge Day of Magic: Sunday 6th of July 2025. With Lecturettes and the Showette, Dealers and Traders, the day looks like it will be another fun event. The venue is The Community Centre, The Square, Ferrybridge, West Yorkshire WF11 8PQ. Doors open at 9.45am and the day ends at 5pm. For more information please visit our Facebook page Ferrybridge Day of Magic or email Michael Shepherd gmfs@shepherdholdings.co.uk or Danny Hunt info@amethystmagic.com. 5.7.25
Look
who popped into Merlins last week! See what's new at
www.merlinswakefield.co.uk "Headlining magician Shin Lim on Hans Zimmer, his favorite
Chinatown eats and enhancing his residency through music"
Click Here "Superman soars 1,000ft over The Shard to promote Hollywood
blockbuster" [we've seen that one before!]
Click Here "Behind The Scenes - Building Superman for The Shard"
Click Here
"The magical art of being 'an expert at a skill that doesn't exist'"
Click Here "Magician Stuns TODAY Show Hosts by Memorizing Every US Zip
Code"
Click Here "Cruise ship worker reveals the important rule they can never
break - or risk getting kicked off at the next stop"
Click Here "Renowned psychologist & magician Pattabhiram passes away at 75"
Click Here
"Tift Theatre to host illusionist Evan Dupree's 'The Great Escape'"
Click Here 25 years on and your UK magic news is still always welcomed! See you
next week, Duncan.
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Number
1305 - Saturday 28th June 2025
Derren Brown Only Human
- new dates added for 2026. Prepare to be astonished! The multi award-winning
master of mind control and psychological illusion is back. The content
of Only Human is still under wraps, but we can guarantee you a
mind-blowing experience that'll take your breath away... Tickets for
Derren's shows always sell out fast, so don't miss out!
"After a year off from touring, I am ready
to start the momentous climb to putting together another show. I've just
realised it's my 11th. Each show begins with a blank canvas and the
question of what I could do with a thousand or more people locked in a
room with me. It's exciting, very exciting." Derren Brown.
Only Human is co-written by Derren Brown, Andrew O'Connor and
Stephen Long. It is directed by Andrew O'Connor, with set design by
Simon Higlett, video design by Simon Wainwright, lighting design by
Charlie Morgan Jones and sound design by Beth Duke. Nationwide to September 2025,
then February to July 2026. See
www.derrenbrown.co.uk for all dates and venues. (Photo by
www.pamelaraith.com).
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FISM
World
Championship of Online Magic category. FISM
write: Steven Frayne, globally known as Dynamo, is a celebrated British
magician famous for his innovative blend of street magic and digital
engagement. His groundbreaking television series, Dynamo: Magician
Impossible, aired from 2011 to 2014, captivating over 250 million
viewers worldwide. Frayne's career began uniquely by combining street
performances with digital media, initially funded by a loan from the
Prince's Trust in 2003. His early work, including pioneering 'magic
mixtapes', rapidly earned him a loyal online fanbase, particularly
through YouTube.
His acclaimed live tour, Seeing Is Believing (20152018), sold
more than 750,000 tickets, marking Dynamo as the first magician ever to
headline London's O2 Arena. Beyond entertainment, Steven actively
engages in educational and charitable initiatives, notably supporting
education programs for Syrian refugee children.
In 2025, Steven Frayne brings his exceptional experience in digital
magic performance to FISM Italy, serving as a judge for the World
Championship of Online Magic and shaping the future landscape of online
illusion.
www.fismitaly2025.com
Competing in the 'World Championship of
Online Magic' category:
Alex Boyer One Take Madness
Alexandra - Trust Bar Magic
Asso Se non ti lecchi le dita...
Christopher Castellini The Bigger Picture
Dennis Kim Dennis and Edna Sinned
Devonte Magic Virtual Mindreading.
Eric Leclerc A Magician's Mid-life Crisis
Jack Rhodes Sleight of Hand Level 100
Jeremy Tan The Powerful Life Lessons Hidden in a Deck of Cards
Luca Bono Online Magic Gone Wrong
Magic Singh Magic Singh Coin in AirTag
Matteo Pittenger & Calen Morelli Digital Dreams
Mellow Money Magic
Robert Stevan The Human Senses
Shirvester New Rubber Band Magic World
Simon Pierro Final Call for FISM 2025
Takumi Takahashi A Card Demonstration
Vitaly The World is Your Canvas... Create Your Masterpiece
Will Tsai Just a Covid-inspired theatre piece performed live on camera
Zhao Jun Invisible Cup and Leaf.
28.6.25
British
Ring 87th Annual Convention - The Concordia Theatre, Hinckley, 14th
September. Join the British Ring for a fantastic one-day convention
packed full of magic and friendship. There will be lectures by Kane &
Abel, Eddie McColl and Graeme Shaw, dealers, close-up and stage
competitions, a one-hour gala show by Kane & Abel... plus a special
guest still to be announced! Don't miss out, there are only a limited
number of tickets available. Sunday 14th September at The Concordia
Theatre, Stockwell Head, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 1RE.
Click Here to register.
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Magic
at the Barn, 5th & 6th July in Rochford, Essex. Magic, comedy,
mystery and mischief held within an enchanting barn theatre. Creating
wonders and wows since 2004, the family friendly show takes place within
an atmospheric 17th century barn theatre. Featuring Oliver Tabor with
manic mayhem from JeZo, elegant illusions from the Glamourists, plus the
comedy magic of Wayne Trice. Box office 01702 543242. Saturday 5th July
at 7pm and Sunday 6th July at 1.30pm. Tickets:
www.brownpapertickets.com. Red Brick Barn, Sutton Hall, Shopland
Road, Rochford SS4 1LH.
28.6.25
Our
Next Summer Spectacle: The Greatest Card Magician in the World.
"Incredible. He has the mindset of a card cheat, but he is a magician.
He's so precise. He is a phenomenon." David Blaine
"Andy is a brilliant magician. When he performs, he's very present,
completely natural, and very funny when he wants to be. I have cried
with laughter at his tricks backstage when we toured together for
Showman." Derren Brown
Andrew Frost has been a cornerstone of The Magician's Table since day
one, astonishing thousands of guests with his exceptional sleight of
hand and masterful card magic. Following a sell-out run at last year's
Edinburgh Fringe Festival, he returns with a brand-new showexclusively
at our venue on 4th July. Tickets (£30) are already flying, so be sure
to book yours before they disappear!
Click Here, also see
www.magicianstablelive.com.
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Magic
Showcase - The Magic Circle, London, 1st July. With over 1,700
members around the globe - from passionate hobbyists to the world's most
elite illusionists - The Magic Circle is the world's most famous magic
society. At Magic Showcase, eight different performers will take the
stage. Expect a mix of world-class pros and fresh faces making their
stage debut. You never know who (or what!) might appear next. Doors 7pm,
show starts at 7.30pm, running time 2 hours 15 minutes, with interval.
Tickets:
Click Here.
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This
July at MyMind.Rocks, we've got a packed month of exclusive content and
community engagement for mentalists worldwide. Hypnosis Workshop
Special. Join us for a one-of-a-kind hypnosis event! We hired a venue in
Sheffield and filmed a complete live show with real guests - no stooges,
no pre-show. Watch the performance in full, then dive into a detailed
breakdown with Looch and professional hypnotist/mentalist David Bolton,
as they explore the techniques used and the psychology behind them.
Christopher Carter - Live Q&A. He's the man of the month. Fresh off the
release of his brand-new book In the Spotlight, Christopher Carter joins
us live on Tuesday 8th July at 8pm (UK time) for an Access All Areas
Q&A. This is your chance to engage directly with one of the most
respected thinkers in our industry. All members get full access to
hundreds of hours of past content, interviews, lectures, and
performances. Join today at
www.mymind.rocks.
28.6.25
The MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week!
This week, Juliana Chen in a guest appearance on Talking Telephone Numbers from
27th October 1997. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To see more from The MagicWeek Video
Archive
Click Here.
28.6.25
Max Fulham
Lecture - South Downs Magicians, 2nd July.
Des King writes: Max has wowed audiences with his one-man show,
entertaining thousands of people in theatres across the UK and
internationally. Highlights include appearing on 'The Good Old Days' at
Leeds City Varieties, following in the footsteps of his variety heroes,
and performing on the Blackpool Opera House stage as part of the
world-famous Blackpool Magic Convention, twice. Max has also had the
unique pleasure of headlining at the prestigious Venthaven Ventriloquist
Convention in the USA.
Visiting magicians are welcome to attend for a fee of £8.00. The meeting starts at 8pm on Wednesday 2nd July, at The Parish Hall, High Street, Handcross, near Crawley, West Sussex RH17 6BJ. See www.maxfulham.com and www.southdownsmagicians.co.uk. 28.6.25
Craig
Petty at the Ferrybridge Day of Magic. Travis Perkins is pleased to
announce that we have Craig Petty as one of our star lecturers appearing
at the Ferrybridge Day of Magic on Sunday 6th July. Craig will be
presenting an exclusive brand new lecture just for the Ferrybridge Day
of Magic.
Keep your eyes peeled on our Facebook page for the full line up of the
day being announced next week. The day is going to be another fun filled
event, with dealers and traders, and two star lecturers and showette,
and all for £7.00. The venue is The Community Centre, The Square,
Ferrybridge, West Yorkshire WF11 8PQ. Doors open 9.45am and the day
closes at 5pm. Information can be obtained from:
info@amethystmagic.com or
gmfs@shepherdholdings.co.uk.
28.6.25
Meir
Yedid
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, "Meir Yedid: The Legend of
MyMagic, on his career"
YouTube.
28.6.25
On
Offer - The Complete Collected Card Magic of Mark Leveridge. The
four volumes of the Collected Card Magic of Mark Leveridge contain a
combined total of 47 of Mark's best card effects. Each one is a fully
rounded trick rather than simply a series of handling finesses, and all
of them are achieved with handling that is subtle rather than difficult.
This complete collection of all four volumes runs to over 270
illustrated pages and will provide you with a strong line up of card
magic to enjoy and perform, including such classics as Cards On
Parade, The Invisible Deck Routine, Excalibur, The Free Selection
Collectors, Give Me A Number plus so many more. Normally this
special combined edition of four e-books costs £28.00, but as it is one
of Mark's current Web Offers, you can purchase it for a mere £20.00 if
you place your order before the end of July 2025. For more information
go to
www.markleveridge.co.uk.
28.6.25
Hull
Magicians' Circle elect youngest ever Secretary. Jon Marshall
reports: Hull Magicians' Circle have elected our youngest ever Secretary
at our Annual General Meeting on Thursday 26th June.
Twenty-three-year-old Will Reid-Frow was a member of the Humberside
Young Magicians' Workshop from the age of ten, he then progressed to
full membership of Hull Magicians' Circle. He was elected as a committee
member in 2024 and became minutes secretary.
Will is part of a magical dynasty as his father, David, is a magician and Punch & Judy performer and a long-standing member of HMC. Will's grandfather, the late Brian Frow, was also a member, magician and Punch Professor as well as founder of the successful Uncle Brian Entertainment Agency. Will has certainly been brought up in the business and performs professionally as a close-up magician and multi skilled juggler and stilt walker.
Paul Baker-Kitchen was confirmed as President, and Ray Burrell was
elected as Treasurer after ten years in post as Secretary. Hull Circle
is looking forward to an exciting year of magic starting with our
programme of Summer Sorcery sessions on Thursday 17th July. Enquiries to
Hull Magicians' Circle should be directed to
secretaryhullmc@gmail.com.
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Timing. Stagecraft Workshop with Jez Rose - Nottingham, 30th June. Timing...as they say, is everything. 3 seconds can change a reaction. 10 seconds can change the amount they remember. And knowing when to hold back, pause, stop, continue, and release can change your entire reputation. In this fun, interactive workshop you'll learn the essential principles of timing that take any performance - and performer - from good to sensational. We'll look at techniques for performers and for performance; for reveals, entrances, magical moments, props, delivery and more.
The workshop starts at 7pm on Monday June 30th, but join us from 5pm for food,
drinks and the chance to share ideas with a growing and welcoming community of
magicians in Nottingham. Organised by The Curious Cabaret. Tickets and details
for all events can be found at
www.curiouscabaret.co.uk.
28.6.25
South Downs Magicians Magic Sale -
Handcross, West Sussex, 2nd November.
Nicky Lewis writes:
After the tremendous success of our previous sales over the last 2 years, we
have decided to run another one on Sunday 2nd November 2025 not far from Gatwick
Airport (A/M23) at Handcross Parish Hall, High Street, Handcross, West Sussex
RH17 6BJ. Sellers can arrive at 8am with buyers from 9am to 1pm. Tables (with a
maximum of 2 people per stall) at £15. Refreshments will be available. It is a
free to enter event for buyers and there is parking on site. Contact Club
members Tony Hoare at tonythemagician@gmail.com or call Nicky Lewis 01903 532413
for more details.
28.6.25
Oliver
Meech launches Effervescent Membership. Dive into original magic
with Oliver Meech's Effervescent Membership. Subscribers receive two new
tricks, every month, written up in a handy PDF. Expect fresh plots,
streamlined methods and playful audience interaction.
See previously unpublished material first (different from the book)
Mostly cards, with a few exceptions
Mostly close-up, with some scalable to parlour/stage
Easy to intermediate skill level
Rolling monthly subscription, cancel anytime
Introductory offer: Join the membership before the end of July and
you'll also get a free ebook of Plot Twists (worth £10).
Following the success of my Effervescent book, I wanted to keep the new
material flowing. This membership provides the perfect way to do just
that. Join the fun and give your brain a monthly shot of creativity. See
www.ko-fi.com/effervescentmembership.
28.6.25
Liam
Ball's "The Gentleman Magician" Lecture - Northamptonshire Magicians
Club, 1st July. Joy Payne writes:
We're absolutely thrilled to announce a very special lecture night at
NMC with the fantastic Liam Ball. This should be a thoroughly
entertaining evening!
As a child Liam was captivated by legendary magicians such as Paul
Daniels and David Copperfield. At the age of 9 a chance visit to a magic
shop in Blackpool ignited what was to become a lifelong passion. With
his father's encouragement his skills have evolved to the elegant and
intriguing art he performs today. At the age of 18 he joined The Magic
Circle, of which he is a past secretary and committee member.
Tuesday,
1st July. Start time 8pm club room opens 7.30pm, admittance to
the bar via the front entrance from 7.05pm. Members free, guest fee £15
pay on the night. Northamptonshire Magicians Club,
Brafield Working Men's Club, 35 Bedford Road, Brafield-on-the-Green NN7
1BD.
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The
Last Laugh - Tour Dates. Don't miss this tribute to Britain's
iconic comedy legends. Following a sell-out run at
last year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Last Laugh is a brand-new laugh-a-minute
play which re-imagines the lives of three of Britain's all-time greatest
comedy heroes Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse.
Filled with great gags and touching stories, The Last Laugh is nostalgic
and poignant. The
Last Laugh is written and directed by the award-winning Paul Hendy, and
stars Bob Golding as Morecambe, Simon Cartwright as Monkhouse and Damian
Williams as Cooper. See
www.thelastlaughplay.co.uk. [I've been hearing nothing but great
things about this production. DT].
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I had a great time at The Magic Circle's Convention on Sunday. It was really good to see and catch up with lots of friends. In the Dealers' Emporium I loved Noel Qualter's soon to be released 'Side Effects' (brilliant). See what's new from Noel Qualter and Roddy McGhie at www.tricktrickboom.com "the home of offbeat magic".
On stage, in the evening show, it was Guy Hollingworth's outwardly traditional performance that stood out. In reality it was far from traditional, being crammed full of Hollingworth innovation, resulting in a very original act that has a delightful, magical finish.
The final stand-out magic moment caught us all out, when a group of friends entered Euston's very own "Amazon Fresh" walk-in supermarket, to witness the ultimate "I know the contents of your bag" trick! Admittedly there was a little pre-show, as I did have to scan my credit card on the way in, but that was it. No irritating login, no "sign-up", no app, nothing. I was then allowed to pick up whatever I wanted (in my case a "Coco Di Mama Pesto Mozzarella Caprese Baguette" as it turned out) and walk out. On the way out, no scanning, no confirming what you'd taken, no receipt, no questions... nothing! Then, later, for the obligatory "kicker finish", an email in my inbox, telling me not only what I'd bought, and how much it had cost, but how long I'd taken to buy it as well... basically everything, apart from where I want to go on holiday next year! DT. 28.6.25
By
this time next week MagicWeek will be 25 years old. I'll be taking a look
back next Saturday, but in the meantime, here's an "internet timeline", just for
fun!
Google founded September 1998
MagicWeek founded July 2000*
Wikipedia founded January 2001
Facebook founded February 2004
YouTube founded February 2005
HuffPost founded May 2005
Reddit founded June 2005
Twitter founded March 2006
WhatsApp founded 2009
Pinterest founded 2010
Instagram founded October 2010
Snapchat founded September 2011
TikTok founded in 2016
*Note to self: Next time, think a little bigger. 28.6.25
"Glastonbury 2025: post your questions for Steven Frayne, the magician
formerly known as Dynamo"
Click Here "When OpenAI Hired an Illusionist and a Magician to
Build ChatGPT"
Click Here "Debbie McGee shares heartbreaking post after 'not
having many' dating offers"
Click Here
"Magician Anna DeGuzman revealed the rapper's crush in Complex's
'Interview With A Magician"
Click Here That's it for this week. Your UK magic news is
always welcomed. See you next week, Duncan.
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