Number
1372 - Saturday 10th October 2026
Kevin
Quantum. Magician Scientist Adventurer. Anti-Gravity - UK Tour Dates.
Fresh from a five-star Edinburgh Fringe run, Britain's Got Talent
semi-finalist, Guinness World Record holder and Magic Circle member
Kevin Quantum is taking his spectacular live show Anti-Gravity on a UK
tour this October and November.
Blending extraordinary illusions, astonishing levitations, science and
plenty of humour, Anti-Gravity showcases Quantum's unique approach to
modern magic. Trained by Penn & Teller and a former physicist, Quantum
has earned critical acclaim for his inventive, theatrical performances,
including a nomination for Best Cabaret at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Full tour information and tickets:
www.quantummagician.com/live
"Quantum's execution of his craft is as smooth as can be.
unfathomable levitation tricks... stunning routines."
★★★★ The Scotsman
23rd October Nottingham, Lakeside Theatre
24th October Bedford, Quarry Theatre
25th October Louth, Riverhead Theatre
26th October Norwich, Norwich Playhouse
27th October London, Artsdepot
28th October Ludlow, Assembly Rooms
29th October Maidenhead, Norden Farm
30th October Winchester, Theatre Royal
1st November Luton, Hat Factory
3rd November Sudbury, Quay Theatre
7th November Peebles, Eastgate Arts Centre
8th November Glasgow, Eastwood Park Theatre
10th November Aberdeen, Tivoli Theatre
14th November London, Questors Theatre
15th November Edinburgh, Assembly Roxy.
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South
Tyneside International Magic Festival - next weekend!
From the organisers: This year is something special. For 2026, we've put
together a completely fresh line-up, with every single act appearing at
our convention for the very first time. Expect new ideas, new energy,
and plenty of surprises. We're thrilled to welcome: David Penn & D4RYL,
Yann Frisch, Andrew Frost, Gabriel Werlen, Bron Ivy, Mark Bennett, Lee
Thompson, Iain Bailey, Sid Quatrine and Steffen Peddie. For more
information on each act
Click Here.
Our numbers are strictly limited (especially this year due to it being
held at the Little Haven) to around just 80 delegates, so do not delay!
Plus one of the key elements that makes our festival unique, is that you
get to spend quality time with all the artistes, all weekend, and be
very close to all the action! Ticket Details: We've kept things simple,
tickets are still just £120, which include All lectures, Close-up
Sessions, Saturday Night Gala Show and the Late Show. Book your tickets
here:
www.southtyneside.gov.uk. More on the Festival
Click Here. Also, just to let you know if you haven't been before,
things kick off on the Friday evening with Magicbox's family magic show
(separate ticket needed) in the Customs House, followed by a product
launch show and jamming at the Little Haven.
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Secrets
of The Magic Circle. Your exclusive pass to The Magic Circle: an
unforgettable interactive experience.
Kevin James November 7th. We are delighted to welcome the legendary Las
Vegas headliner and star of The Illusionists Kevin James, who will
appear on this date as the theatre section on both shows.
tickets.themagiccircle.live.
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Laura
London's 'The Art of Show' Lecture - Scottish
Conjurers' Association, 14th October. From the organisers:
What happens when you stop thinking about the trick and start thinking
about the show?
Following a complete performance of Laura London's acclaimed one-woman
show Cheat, Laura takes you behind the scenes to explore how she built
an entire character, story and theatrical experience around the magic.
The Art of Show is about much more than learning great card magic. Laura
explores the thinking, construction and creative decisions behind Cheat,
showing how narrative, character, music, choreography, audience
participation and presentation can transform strong magic into a
memorable performance.
This is an amazing opportunity for magicians in Scotland to see Laura
perform and share her experience and incredible magic. 14th October at 7.30pm
at
Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre,
8-10 Balcarres Avenue, Glasgow G12 0QF.
£10 for visiting magicians.
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Tom Wright
Lecture - Northamptonshire Magicians' Club, 20th October.
Joy Payne writes:
We were fortunate to have Tom perform his cruise show at our summer cabaret. Now
we have the opportunity to delve deeper into what he's capable of.
Over the course of his 20-year career Tom Wright has been
engaged to perform as a magician for wedding entertainment, corporate
dinners and a string of highly prestigious events throughout the world.
According to his website, he's not just a magician, he is a performer with
experience, personality and charisma! Make sure you're there to see for yourself.
Start time 7.30pm. Members free, magicians' guest fee £20 pay on the night. Northamptonshire Magicians' Club meetings are held at Woody's Bar & Restaurant, Clannell Road, (Tesco Car Park), East Hunsbury, Northampton NN4 0JF. Woody's is located in the Tesco Mereway car park. You receive up to four hours free parking while the store is open. You must validate your vehicle registration using the iPad inside the venue. Please make this the first thing you do when you arrive. Arrival time is completely up to you! Woody's has a separate bar area where you can meet and socialise with food or a drink before the meeting starts. We're looking forward to seeing you there, please support the raffle. Further information: www.northamptonshiremagicians.uk. 10.10.26
Modern Mystic League
President's Day - change of venue. From the organisers:
Owing to a heating malfunction, it has been necessary to transfer this
year's President's Day to the nearby venue of Kingsway Court, Greenhurst
Close, off Stonyhurst Road, Blackburn BB2 1NA.
A reminder of the details: On Sunday 11th October, starting at 2
o'clock, Brian Lead will be celebrating his President's Day with a visit
from Andy Greaves.
Andy has just completed fifty years as a professional ventriloquist and
comedy magician. He is a natural raconteur, and has a fund of wonderful
tales to tell about his life in show business.
Andy will be performing for the first part of the afternoon, then
talking about his experiences, with the opportunity for a Q&A.
You will also be able to meet a 111-year-old veteran of the Music Hall,
Norman Snodgrass, who, as a ventriloquial figure, used to assist the
female ventriloquist Josephine Langley.
We are always delighted to welcome members of the magic fraternity. It's
an afternoon which we hope you won't want to miss if you are in the
area, so do come along and bring your friends and family to this open
event... complete with tea and cakes.
Admission is free.
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Why
Is Andy Nyman at the Alakazam Magic HQ? "Harry is joined by the incredible
Andy Nyman for a very special chat at Alakazam Magic HQ! "Andy sits down with
Harry to talk about his lifelong love of magic, creating effects alongside his
acting career and the thinking that has gone into some of his most memorable
releases..."
YouTube.
Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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South
Downs Magicians Big Magic Sale, Sunday 1st November. Doors open at
9am. The Parish Hall, High Street, Handcross, near Crawley, West Sussex
RH17 6BJ.
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The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This
week, Are You Superhuman? from 27th December 2000. [The opening
introduction with Gary Linekar and Dominic O'Brien is amazing... double
Alan Partridge! DT] Featuring Richard Wiseman, Peter Lamont, and Dominic
O'Brien. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with more from The
MagicWeek Video Archive
Click Here.
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Welcome
to The Magic Bar Live - Where Magic Comes to Life! Llandudno's most
magical restaurant! Step into a world of wonder and mystery at The Magic
Bar Live, the ultimate destination for magic enthusiasts and seekers of
extraordinary experiences. Nestled in the heart of Llandudno, our
magic-themed theatre and restaurant invite you to embark on a
captivating journey filled with illusions, laughter, and enchantment.
See who's on tonight!
www.themagicbarlive.co.uk.
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Chris
Tennant Lecture - The Surrey
Society of Magicians, 15th October. Paul Dickson writes: Chris Tennant is an
award-winning magician, mindreader and professional event host, as well as a
member of The Magic Circle. His professional work has taken him through more
than 15 years and over 1,000 events, giving him a sizeable body of real-world
experience from which to draw.
His lecture, The Last 10%, is about everything that happens after you've learnt
the trick: the small decisions and refinements that can make the difference
between simply performing an effect and creating a moment somebody remembers.
What to Expect: Practical mentalism drawn from Chris's working repertoire. Work
with marked decks and billets. Coin magic and other practical material. Audience
management developed through repeated real-world performance. Thinking around
structure, scripting and presentation. Professional tips and refinements that
can turn an existing routine into something substantially stronger.
Rather than simply demonstrating effects and explaining their workings, Chris
will examine why particular choices matter: why a routine is structured a
certain way, why one presentation gets a stronger response than another, and how
apparently minor changes can transform the impact of a performance. His
professional work combines magic, mindreading and hosting at weddings, corporate
functions and private events, so the lecture comes from the perspective of
someone regularly putting these ideas in front of real audiences. Whether you
perform professionally, entertain at club nights or simply enjoy developing your
magic, the aim is to leave with ideas you can put into practice immediately
including ways to make material you already perform considerably stronger.
Thursday 15th October at The Surrey Society of Magicians, Nomad Theatre, Bishopsmead Parade, East Horsley, Leatherhead KT24 6RT. Doors 7.30pm. Lecture 8pm. 15-minute interval. Ends 10pm. Visiting Magicians are welcome with a £10 fee, payable on the door. www.surreysocietyofmagicians.co.uk. 10.10.26
"'The
Only Living Pickpocket in New York' at NYFF Should Finally Get John
Turturro and Steve Buscemi Their Oscar Noms"
Click Here. "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York - Official Trailer"
YouTube.
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Laura
London's 'The Art of Show' Lecture - Zodiac Magical Society, 21st
October. Mark Guest writes: On Wednesday, 21st October, Zodiac
Magical Society welcomes Laura London for The Art of Show.
Laura will perform a 50-minute version of her Cheat show, before
taking us behind the scenes and breaking down how it was created.
Discover how changing the story and presentation of an effect you
already know can completely transform it, alongside insights into
aesthetics, prop design and creative writing. A fascinating evening for
magicians looking to develop their creativity, presentation and
performance.
8pm10pm at Zodiac Magical Society. Just five minutes from Northfields
tube station. Visitors: £10 on the door. Places are limited, so email
membership@zodiacmagicalsociety.co.uk to let us know you're coming.
Follow @zodiacmagicalsociety or visit
www.zodiacmagicalsociety.co.uk for updates. Magic. Ideas. Community.
Every week. Come and join Zodiac.
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Doug
Gorman's Desert Island Tricks.
"A lot of people think magic is something you either start as a kid or you
miss your shot. Doug Gorman blows that idea up. He started at 45 after a Las
Vegas moment hooked him for good, spent years performing classic close-up, then
made a sharp turn into storytelling magic and bizarre magic that feels like real
theatre, not just 'watch me do a move'."
YouTube. Brought to you by
www.alakazam.co.uk.
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Rule Brit-HA-nnia - Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 11th October. From the organisers: Rule Brit-HA-nnia is an unforgettable evening of hilarious comedy and sensational variety starring Comedy Legend Paul Zerdin. Joined by stars of ITV's Britain's Got Talent, Ben Nickless (Comedian & Impressionist), Steve Royle (Comedian & Juggler), Siobhan Phillips (Comedienne & Pianist) and John Archer (Comedy Magician)... Plus your host and compere Jack Land Noble; it guarantees an evening of laugh out loud comedy suitable for all the family. Sunday 11th October at 6pm. Book early for an evening of the Best of British Variety! See www.trch.co.uk. 10.10.26
Improv Evening at the Cambridge Pentacle
Club, 13th October.
Actress and Magician Olivia Post will be visiting the Cambridge Pentacle
Club on 13th October to lead an Improv workshop. This is a great
opportunity to get "gig fit" with quick and funny comebacks, and
to improve
your routines. Doors Open at 7.30pm, Lecture/Workshop at 8pm, we aim to
finish at 10pm. £10 for non-members. St Andrews Church Hall, Cherry
Hinton, Cambridge CB1 3JS.
www.pentacleclub.com. Contact Hugh
Newsam: hugh@newsam.name.
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The
Oct/Nov 2026 Mark Leveridge Podcast. Mark Leveridge's bi-monthly audio podcast is always an
interesting listen, and here are the conversation topics covered this
time. Looking at Jason Bird's 'Strolling For Dollars' book. When you
should not do everything that the booker wants. We magicians are
terrible hoarders! How to stop yourself from getting jaded when table
hopping. Mark's top three lecturers of all time. The conundrum facing
the semi-pro magician. Quad Bikes and Your Place Or Mine new for
E-Club Pro Select. What the quality of party prizes says about you as a
kids' entertainer. Using the 'joker' at the table to boost your
performance. 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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How Houdini Made Magic starts on Monday, 19th October. "Find Your Motivation. Series 1, episode 1. Derren Brown explores the illusions of Harry Houdini. In the first episode, he traces the magician's early life and his journey as a child from Budapest to the USA. He turned hardship and personal tragedy into a motivation that would become the driving force of his life - to keep his ageing mother comfortable." See TV Magic for details. 10.10.26
Let's
dig into Digger. I love theatre, I love cinema, and can't believe
that I nearly didn't go and see Digger because of
the savage review headlines I'd seen popping up everywhere. It sounded like a
real dud.
Luckily, before seeing a film, I never read reviews, or watch more than a few seconds of a trailer. I go in blind, without preconceptions. So when I discovered that Digger's director was Alejandro G. Iραrritu, the man behind 2014's dazzling Birdman, that was enough for me to want to go and see it. And what a film it is. Digger is a brilliantly crafted piece of theatrical cinema.
What they did get wrong was the trailer, that perhaps drew in an audience expecting an entirely different type of film. The trailer was far too generic, far too bam bam bam; a hodge-podge of moments that failed to convey what the film was really like. So if you do decide to go and see Digger, and I'm thinking of going again in a few days, don't read a single review, don't watch the trailer. Without giving anything away, the comedy goes from pure Laurel & Hardy (the brilliantly timed shovel sequence, near the start, for example), to some delightfully dark moments.
And don't let Peter Bradshaw's miserable 2 star review in The Guardian put you off: "...the most disappointing film of the year: an exasperatingly shallow, laborious, self-congratulatory satire... featuring very good actors giving not very good performances..." which, once you've seen the film, and assuming you allowed yourself to be immersed in it, you'll understand was written by someone that really didn't get it. Yes, I am sure he understood it, it's not complicated, but he really didn't get it. His review of Digger ended with the oh so droll "and what do you do when you're in a hole?" so I'll end with the equally droll: check to see that Peter Bradshaw isn't in it already. DT. 3.10.26
"Peterborough
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Click Here Many thanks for all your news items, see you next week, Duncan.
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Number
1371 - Saturday 3rd October 2026
Hullusion
2026 - just days away! Hullusion returns to Hull on Sunday 11th October
for its second convention, following the success of last year's sold-out
inaugural event.
This year's line-up features Peter Turner, Paul Draper, Paul Martin, Laura
London, Fay Presto and John Bannon, with a packed programme of lectures and
demonstrations, plus a busy dealers' hall.
Organised by Karl Hemmingway, Kerry Scorah and Russ Appleby, Hullusion aims to
provide a friendly, relaxed convention for magicians of all levels, with plenty
of opportunities to learn, meet fellow performers and discover new magic.
Hullusion 2026 - Sunday 11th October, The Goodfellowship, Hull. Tickets and
further information:
www.hullusion.co.uk.
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Derren
Brown Only Human. Directed by Andrew O'Connor. Limited London Season,
10th October 2026 - 30th January 2027. Following a sold-out UK &
Ireland tour, multi-award-winning master showman Derren Brown brings his
extraordinary new live show Only Human to the West End.
In this brand-new production, Derren Brown combines mind-reading,
psychological illusion, and breathtaking storytelling in a way that is
both deeply personal and utterly electrifying. Only Human explores what
it means to be human our perceptions, our beliefs, and the fragile
line between reality and illusion.
Smart, unsettling, and wildly entertaining, this is theatre at its most
compelling. Some experiences stay with you. This one could change you.
Prepare to have your mind blown! Note: not suitable for children under
12 years. Apollo Theatre, London
www.london.derrenbrown.co.uk. "Derren Brown on the real secret of
his craft: 'Magic is sort of easy'"
www.thetimes.com.
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Exonian 90th Anniversary Magic Convention
in Crediton - this Wednesday! Wednesday 7th October 2026 at The Waie Inn, Zeal Monachorum, Crediton 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. Starring Eric Tait,
John Archer, Nikola Arkane, Fizz Wizz Pop, Magic Sam, Johnny Clavo and a mystery
guest. Wednesday 7th October. See
www.sleightofhand.co.uk.
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How
Houdini Made Magic - Derren Brown reveals the man behind the legend, in
new series for Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. The ten-part series reveals how
Harry Houdini's rise from poverty to global stardom changed magic, media
and fame forever.
Across ten episodes, Brown examines the many identities inhabited by
Houdini throughout his life: performer, self-publicist, innovator,
sceptic, media pioneer and cultural phenomenon. Drawing on historians,
biographers and leading magicians, the series explores how Houdini's
relentless drive to succeed took him from childhood poverty to global
stardom, and why his methods feel remarkably familiar in today's age of
influencers, viral moments and personal brands.
Derren Brown says: "Most people know Houdini
as the man who escaped from handcuffs and water tanks, but the more
deeply I explored his life, the more fascinating he became. He wasn't
simply a magician or escapologist. He reinvented himself again and
again, understood publicity better than almost anyone who came before
him, and seemed to instinctively grasp many of the techniques that
underpin modern fame. What emerges is a story that feels surprisingly
contemporary, and one that says as much about our world as it does about
Houdini's."
How Houdini Made Magic will air on BBC Radio 4 across two weeks from 19th
October, and will also be available on BBC Sounds from that
date, with all ten episodes available to listen to in full.
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MMR
LIVE The Highlights. We've got a fantastic month ahead at MMR, and
it starts with something we've been looking forward to sharing ever
since our very first MMR LIVE in Sheffield. This month sees the release
of Part One of our MMR LIVE highlights. We recorded some brilliant
sessions on the day, and throughout October we'll begin sharing that
material with members who couldn't be there in person - starting with
selected highlights from our first live event. You'll get to experience
some of the thinking, ideas and conversations that made the day so
special, including sessions from Scott Creasey and our own MMR members
Nik Pledger and Ross Bartels. See
www.www.mymind.rocks.
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UK
Hub of the FISM Academy announced. From
FISM International, via Facebook:
We are delighted to announce the launch of the UK Hub of the FISM
Academy; bringing the Academy's vision to the United Kingdom, and creating new
opportunities to learn, connect and develop within our international magic
community.
A big thank you to the President of the Magic Circle Marvin Berglas and his team
for sharing this project and for taking this important step in working together
with FISM for the future of magic.
Together, we invest in the next generation. Together, we build the future of
magic.
www.facebook.com/fisminternational.
Photo, L to R: Fabio Rossello, Peter Din, Andrea Baioni, Marvin Berglas, by Brendan Rodrigues Photography. 3.10.26
The
MagicWeek Video Archive. A new magic clip or show every week! This
week, the second-best looking man in British magic, Russ Stevens, on 'The
Big Stage Magic & Illusion Special' from 29th December 2000. See
The MagicWeek Video Archive. To catch up with more from The
MagicWeek Video Archive
Click Here.
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Hudson
& Hudson present Married At First Sleight - October Dates. The
funniest magic show you will see this year! The hilarious comedy magic
show from husband and wife magicians Hudson & Hudson. The show has
incredible mind reading, unbelievable magic, stand up and sketches. It's
for anyone who enjoys humour with their magic, all performed in a
relatable way from a married couple who also enjoy a bicker!
Alan Hudson is best known for his appearances on ITV's Britain's Got
Talent, ITV's The Next Great Magician and was a winner on
Penn & Teller Fool Us. Kat Hudson also performed on Penn &
Teller: Fool Us in Las Vegas, although she didn't fool them... which
she is reminded of by Alan every day. On BGT, Kat's act got an instant
standing ovation from the judges and went viral, amassing over 100
million views online. The pair have performed everywhere from The Magic
Castle in Hollywood to The Magic Circle in London.
YouTube.
www.hudsonandhudson.co.uk.
Thursday 15th October: The Old Woollen,
Leeds.
Book tickets.
Friday 16th October: The Royalty, Bowness-on-Windermere.
Book tickets.
Friday 23rd October: Helmsley Arts Centre.
Book tickets.
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Tiffany
Allen at My Mind Rocks. On Wednesday 21st October at 7pm UK time,
we're joined live from Paris by Tiffany Allen - "The New Georgia
Wonder". Tiffany is one of the very few performers in the world still
presenting this extraordinary style of act today. She'll be
demonstrating the act, discussing its history and thinking, and teaching
members how these remarkable demonstrations are performed.
It promises to be a fascinating session and something very different
from anything we've hosted at MMR before. Alongside all of that, our
regular Jams, Sunday Sessions and community activity continue throughout
the month. October is going to be a very good month to be inside MMR.
See
www.www.mymind.rocks.
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The
Experience - Canal Cafe Theatre, London, Saturday 3rd October. From
the promoter: Step into the captivating world of magic, mind-reading,
comedy, and daring escapes with Mind Bender's electrifying live show
The Experience. Now touring across Canada, Ireland, and the U.K.
including a special stop in London The Experience is a
high-energy, interactive spectacle that blurs the line between reality
and illusion. From impossible feats of mentalism to Mind Bender's
shocking body bag escape, this is a show you have to see to believe.
As seen on Canada's Got Talent and following 15 years of sold-out
performances, Mind Bender continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
You paid for the whole seat... but you'll only need the edge. Whether
you're out with family, on a date, or simply looking for something
unforgettable, The Experience delivers a night of wonder,
laughter, and jaw-dropping moments. Written & Performed by Jordan Mind
Bender. Running time: Approx 60 minutes. Ages Guidance: Ages 15 and
above.
www.canalcafetheatre.com.
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Luke
Oseland's 'Watch and Learn' Lecture - The Ulster Society of Magicians,
5th October. James Hobart writes: On Monday 5th October The Ulster
Society of Magicians will be welcoming Luke Oseland to the society to
present his lecture "Watch and Learn".
Visiting magicians welcome by advance agreement with the Secretary James
Hobart j.hobart@btinternet.com.
Admission £25 payable at the door.
Luke has built a reputation in the magic industry for creating highly
visual, direct, and hard-hitting magic. Across his professional career,
he has released over 70 effects and worked behind the scenes with some
of the biggest names in magic. His magic has been seen performed by:
Dynamo, Troy, Stephen Mulhern, Xavier Mortimer, Magic Singh, and many
more.
In recent years, Luke has taken his magic to the stage, performing his
own solo shows as well as productions such as Insane Magic (UK) and The
Purple Rabbit (Australia). He also achieved a lifelong ambition by
appearing on Penn & Teller: Fool Us with his original creation, The
Mouse Trap Act.
His previous lecture focused on sharp, high-impact "10-second miracles"
designed for social media. Now, in Watch and Learn, Luke takes a
completely different approach.
Luke will perform effects and acts that have taken him round the world,
before diving into
detailed explanations. He will, of course, throw in some of his fun
rapid-fire visual effects too!
You'll experience the magic exactly as an audience would, before
stepping behind the curtain to learn the thinking, structure, and
methods that make it all work. Expect practical stage and close-up
routines, clever bits of business, and plenty of offbeat, creative ideas
you can adapt into your own performances.
Alongside the material, Luke will also dive into the bigger picture: how
to build and structure a show, market it effectively, and start creating
your own performance opportunities in an audience led Q&A.
Whether you're looking for strong new material or insight into crafting
a full act, Watch & Learn offers both inspiration and real-world working
knowledge.
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Iain
Bailey Lecture - South Downs Magicians, 7th October. Des King
writes: Iain is an award-winning magician and pickpocket. He has over 16
million views on TikTok and has been featured on the 13M Subscriber
"Daily Dose of Internet" YouTube channel. He performs at Weddings,
corporate functions, churches and private parties. His magic is fun,
interactive and easily relatable to any age group. Iain is also a
creator and has created magic tricks that many other magicians perform.
Visiting magicians are welcome to attend for a fee of £8.00. The meeting
starts at 8pm and is held at The Parish Hall, High Street, Handcross,
near Crawley, West Sussex RH17 6BJ. See
www.iainbailey.com
and
www.southdownsmagicians.co.uk.
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Jason
Simmons's 'The Hypnotic Edge: Psychological Tools for Magicians' Lecture
- The Surrey Society of Magicians, 8th October. Paul Dickson writes:
Jason Simmons is a professional hypnotist, mentalist, magician and
comedian who has been performing for more than a decade. His work spans
comedy hypnosis, mindreading and magic, giving him a particularly useful
perspective on the psychological tools that performers can use to shape
an audience's experience.
His lecture, The Hypnotic Edge: Psychological Tools for Magicians,
asks a deceptively simple question: what if one of the most important
secrets in a magic performance isn't the trick itself, but what's
happening in the spectator's mind?
What to Expect: How principles of suggestion can strengthen a magical
effect. Using authority and confidence to increase belief and impact.
The importance of pacing and how it influences an audience's experience.
Psychological approaches to audience management. Practical techniques
designed to deepen reactions without having to change your existing
material. Applications for close-up, cabaret and stage performers.
Jason's background gives the subject some
genuine practical grounding. Alongside his magic and mentalism, he
performs comedy hypnosis professionally and has spoken at the UK
Hypnosis Convention on presentation and performance. His own writing
also explores the crossover between magic, influence and hypnosis.
There's no therapy lecture here. The emphasis is firmly on usable
performance tools: ways of increasing impact, control and belief while
continuing to perform the magic you already know. If you're interested
in audience psychology, spectator management or simply getting more from
the same tricks, this should offer a rather different perspective from a
conventional magic lecture.
The Surrey Society of Magicians, Nomad Theatre, Bishopsmead Parade, East Horsley, Leatherhead KT24 6RT. Doors 7.30pm. Lecture 8pm. 15-minute interval. Ends 10pm. Visiting Magicians are welcome with a £10 fee, payable on the door. www.surreysocietyofmagicians.co.uk. 3.10.26
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The
Oct/Nov 2026 E-Video Newsletter. Mark Leveridge's latest online
video presentation is out and features the following contents. The
Teach In learn a neat and sleight-free method for the
signed-card-to-box plot called Encased. Pro Peeks extracted
from the Teach In Archive section of E-Club Pro comes a table top coin
routine called Impossible To Follow. The Table Magician Unplugged
part 20 of the series based on The Table Magician e-book tells you how
to remember which tables you've done. The Trick Box here's an
improvement of a classic method for the cut and restored card which was
published in the 4th Collected Card Magic volume. Web Offers
save £6 on The Coin and Purse Collection E-Book and £4 on the card
routine Hide And Seek. 60 Seconds To Success I suggest how to
avoid buyer's remorse when purchasing magic. To gain free access to this
40 min E-Video Newsletter sign up for any of the E-Clubs, details for
which can be found at
www.markleveridge.co.uk/#e-prices.
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Lee
Hathaway's Desert Island Tricks.
"A Covent Garden magic stall in winter, a boat that hosts magic sessions and a
career that somehow threads through it all to The Magic Circle. We sit down with
Lee Hathaway and get the kind of candid, craft-obsessed conversation that only
happens between people who have lived magic for decades. Along the way, Lee
talks about the uncomfortable truth most working performers feel: you can
"unlearn" technique when life gets busy and getting it back is less about time
and more about calm, repetitive focus..."
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www.alakazam.co.uk.
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Max
Fulham Lecture - South London Magic Society, 6th October. Simon
Rosselli writes: Max is a comedian and ventriloquist who has quickly
established himself on the comedy circuit with his effervescent delivery
and sharp improvisation. He can regularly be seen at comedy clubs and
cabaret shows around the country. In 2025, Max made his debut at the
Edinburgh Fringe Festival with a sell-out run of his show Max Fulham:
Full of Ham which also received a nomination for best debut show at
the Leicester Comedy Festival awards.
Max's fresh approach has earned him recognition in the variety world,
and he has been invited to lecture and lead workshops internationally.
Highlights include hosting Gala Shows at Blackpool Magic Convention
(Blackpool Opera House), as well as being invited to America to perform
and lecture at the Vent Haven Ventriloquist Convention.
In this lecture Max will cover ventriloquism and puppetry techniques as
well as ways to kickstart your creativity and generate ideas. A lecture
that should have takeaways for all sorts of performers even if you never
intend to pick up a puppet! Tuesday, 6th October. 8pm-10pm. Doors open
at 7.30pm. £10 for non-members, which can be used towards membership if
you decide to join. South London Magic Society, West Beck Club, 1 Sidney
Road, Beckenham BR3 4PX.
www.southlondonmagic.co.uk.
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Steve
Best Shoots. "André Vincent Comedy, Clowning and Bangers & Gash"
YouTube.
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The
Magic Hour Halloween Special.
We've got two cracking shows, both with a little extra spookiness added to make
your Halloween an unforgettable experience! This year we celebrate the world's
most famous magician Harry Houdini, who died on Halloween in 1926. Expect a
special nod to him during the show, with a dedicated magic routine fit for the
King of Magic. Choose from The Magic Hour (also in it's 13th spookiest year) at
the Sheraton Grand Park Lane, and Magic at the Temple in the hidden Freemasons
Lodge at Andaz Liverpool Street.
The Magic Hour, set against the backdrop of the dark wood panelled drawing room,
features, among other strange goings on, a Victorian sιance. Magic at the Temple
in the hidden Freemasons Lodge at Andaz Liverpool Street, explores stories of
witches and magic with macabre edge.
Don't miss these special anniversary shows! The Magic Hour runs on Friday 30th
October, and Magic at the Temple on Saturday 31st October. These are both hugely
popular dates anyway, but more so this year, so book early to avoid
disappointment.
www.magichourshow.com.
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"Inside
London's new Blue Note jazz club in Covent Garden"
www.secretldn.com.
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"Debbie
McGee joins the cast of Grease on tour"
Click Here "'The bullet catch is incredible': Britain's Got Talent
magicians to bring their hit show to Leeds"
Click Here "Magicians charity 'shocked' after former youth branch
chairman admits child sexual abuse"
Click Here "Award-winning Inverclyde magician Calum McVittie's
story"
Click Here "Arizona magician finishes as runner-up on America's
Got Talent"
Click Here "Jamie Allen brings the magic: 'Amaze' celebrates one
year in NYC"
Click Here "Pakistan's Got Talent finds its first winner (and a
whole lot of feelings)"
Click Here And finally, this was fun: "Magician Performs Leather
Jacket Magic Tricks. Penn & Teller: Fool Us"
Click Here That's it for another week. Your UK magic news is
always welcomed. See you next week, Duncan.
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