* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Magic New Zealand * Proudly sponsored by International Entertainment * www.Alan-Watson.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Issue Number: #786 Date: Sunday 12th September 2010 Editor: Alan Watson www.magicianz.com e-mail: AW@Alan-Watson.com ================================ Hi here is the latest news ================================ 1. Editor's Message 2. Paul Daniels On Dancing With The Stars 3. "The Magic Land Of Allakazam" - 50 Years Ago 4. Lance Burton Closes At The Monte Carlo 5. Tony Clark's New Column "Consultant's Corner" 6. Remarkable Magic #69 - Nick Lewin 7. Props Make the Magician?- #179 - Kyle Peron 8. Tony Brook in Conversation with Tom Waldrop (Part 4) 9. Abb Dickson Status Report 10. Trying To Contact Eberhard Riese 11. Broken Wand - Mikame Yonezo 12. Blogs, Books And More From Magicana 13. The Innovention 2010 14. Abbott's 73rd Magic Get Together 15. Australian Academy Of Magic 16. David Ginn's Special Christmas Workshops 17. "Shore Is Magic!" - Auckland, New Zealand 18. e-zine Archives 19. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice -------------------------------------------- 1. Editor's Message -------------------------------------------- The highlight for Michele and I this week would be catching Razzamatazz which is run by International Entertainment Inc. raising money this year for the Kids Foundation key immune deficiency support. This year's compeer and comedy magician was the internationally acclaimed Michael Finney, support acts were seasoned professionals Charlie Fry & Company, Jerry Lane ventriloquist and the mad Marty Putz (he must love those marshmallows - not!). Touring 35 centres throughout New Zealand just missing earthquakes and floods! A big thank again to International Entertainment Inc. for bringing down under such a superb fun cast from the USA and I'm sure they have inspired and brought laughter to many kiwis throughout their tour. Remember if you have any magic news drop me a line: AW@Alan-Watson.com -------------------------------------------- 2. Paul Daniels On Dancing With The Stars -------------------------------------------- Message by Les Williams (UK) Strictly Come Dancing line-up is revealed.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11215828 http://www.bbc.co.uk/strictlycomedancing/2010/dancers/celebrity/paul_daniels.shtml http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/198233/Strictly-Come-Dancing-Paul-Daniels-and-Ann-Widdecombe-put-to-the-test http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/tv/s104/strictly-come-dancing/news/a274198/strictly-celebrity-lineup-revealed.html -------------------------------------------- 3. "The Magic Land Of Allakazam" - 50 Years Ago -------------------------------------------- Message by Bev Bergeron (US) We are inviting you along with a few more to join us in the celebrating of the date that "The Magic Land of Allakazam" went on the CBS-TV network 50 years ago. The cast was Mark Wilson as the master magician, Nani Darnel as his able assistant and Rebo the Clown (Bev Bergeron) as his bumbling companion. The series ran for five years and was the number one rated show on Saturday mornings. Bev Bergeron was also the head writer for the series and contributed many innovative ideas to the series format. He also created scores of new illusions, magic and clowning ideas. The making of an animal from one balloon was introduced by Rebo in the "Rebo's Balloon Shop." Thousands of people are making a living from what he started over 50 years ago. The group also toured theatres, state and major fairs across this country for 10 years. After the show went off the air another version in 1971 came back on in full color as the "Pillsbury Magic Circus." We will gather at the Magic Castle in Los Angeles on September 27 and every night that week. Bev will be performing in the Parlour all that week and will be giving a lecture to the members on Sunday October 3 at 3:00 pm. If you are not a member of the Castle and would like to get in to see a show, please contact him at: Bev@BevBergeron.com If you would like to see a little part of "The Magic Land of Allakazam" Copy and Paste the following to your Internet server. Or try just clicking on the link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlYXPhzdM-M To see more about Bev Bergeron go to: www.BevBergeron.com -------------------------------------------- 4. Lance Burton Closes At The Monte Carlo -------------------------------------------- Article sent by Mel Kientz (US) lasvegasweekly.com Lance Burton: 'I've worked nonstop for 31 years. . I'm a free man!' by Robin Leach 9/4/2010 - When the curtain comes down tonight on Lance Burton's nearly 15-year-long run, he has absolutely no firm ideas as to what he's going to do next. In fact, he's really not going to even think about it until after football season ends with the Super Bowl next February. "This is the end. I have no idea what's next. I simply don't have a clue," he told me candidly. But the master magician knew his mind-boggling statistics instantly when I asked him for them: He performed more than 5,000 shows at the Monte Carlo for more than 5 million people, and the show grossed more than $200 million during the incredible run. Before the lengthy and unprecedented Monte Carlo engagement, he appeared at the old Hacienda. So during his entire career to date in Las Vegas, he's amassed an incredible 15,000 shows. "I've worked nonstop for 31 years. I've counted down myself hundreds of cues for everything in each 90-minute show. I've never really taken an extended break, so I'd like to see what a vacation is really like," he laughed. "Saturday night when the curtain comes down, we'll load it all out, put it in a warehouse -- and then I'm a free man!" I asked Lance to reflect back over the decade and a half: "Robin, you remember walking with me over the ground before they even started building the hotel and my theater. It was a great opportunity that I had to take -- my very own theater. That comes along once in a lifetime. It doesn't even seem like 15 years ago -- time sure flies by. I've really had a lot of fun with it." Lance opened back on June 21, 1996, and over the 14 years and 2 months of shows says there are three moments he will always remember: His 10th anniversary show when both the late Robert Goulet and I were dragged onstage for a magical comedy sketch that went hopelessly awry. The night boxing legend -- and amateur magician -- Muhammad Ali showed up in the audience a year ago, and the crowd went crazy when he was introduced. 3. The 7-year-old boy who won a standing ovation as his assistant. "I always like to do an illusion with a child from the audience," Lance continued. "One night there was this little boy in the front row beaming like no other kid I'd seen. I just had to pick him. He took my hand but fell forward immediately. I had to grab for him. I never realized he had Cerebral Palsy and couldn't stand on his own. He wanted to walk. He was crawling and fighting to get on the stage. "My brain was working overtime. If he couldn't stand on his own, how could I do the illusions? He wanted so badly to be my assistant. He was there with his mom and sister, so I asked the 12-year-old girl to 'come with us and help.' "The two of us brought him up onstage, and the audience was the quietest I've ever had. I had her stand behind him to steady him under his armpits. I went right into the routine -- he stole the show, and the audience fell in love with him. I produced coins from his ears, and it was the biggest moment ever in his life. He was fantastic. "I put the brother and sister into the car and had them wave to the audience as I vanished them. I came down from the chandelier and grabbed him so we would both reappear in the sound booth. I put him on my shoulders and ran down the aisle. It was the biggest reaction I've had from an audience in my entire 31 years! An amazing moment. I was taken completely by surprise, but it turned out to be the highlight of the entire run of shows. "I look back at that moment, and it's then that I remember it's more than a show. It is an experience that touches people's lives, and that little boy, my cast and I will remember it for the rest of our lives. "It's been a great run, and I've had a great relationship with the Monte Carlo. There will always be a warm place in my heart for them, even though I would never compromise my own integrity with the show." I pushed Lance on the retirement issue. He said: "Yes, of course there are new things going on in my head. There are thoughts about a new TV project going on in my head. In fact, there are so many things already happening in my head, I may have to see a doctor about it. I honestly don't know yet if I'd return to The Strip. "It simply remains to be seen what will happen. I'll be happy no matter whatever happens. I'm comfortable and confident about the future. There will be no Monday morning quarterbacking regretting my decision to bring the run to an end now. "I've never not worked for 31 years. My entire life has revolved around going out onstage. From the time I got up in the morning, I'd be preparing and performing until the moment I walked off a stage. It will be interesting to see how I'll be. "Even when I was off stage for two months last year when I broke my foot and couldn't do anything, I didn't get a vacation. I couldn't walk -- the most I could do was roll myself in a wheelchair from the bedroom to the living room. Robin, I'll be fine. Brett Favre is coming back and football season is here, so I'll be good for the next few months." In a salute to Lance, this month's Magic Magazine features him on the cover. Publisher Stan Allen said: "Lance's decision was made by him because his basic style of running the show didn't mesh with the decision made by changing corporate management. The closing of one of the great magic shows of our time is a loss to the magic world and to the Las Vegas entertainment scene." Writer Rory Johnston shadowed Lance for a full day for the article so there'd be a permanent record of backstage before, during and after a performance to illustrate what it took to run such a successful show. He marveled at the backstage theatrics, describing it in places as looking like the shifting staircases at Hogwarts in the Harry Potter movies. Rory revealed that Lance and his pal, show juggler Michael Goudeau, have been filming scenes for a proposed movie. Said Rory: "It's clear that even with the closing, they are not going to be just sitting around watching all the TV sets he has at home. If you ask most of the cast and crew, though, they say they have their fingers crossed that the show will open again soon in another venue." Lance also has written the first part of a four-part advice series for up-and-coming magicians in Magic. He recalls back in 1979 when he and Harrah's magician Mac King were both 19-year-olds on summer jobs in Louisville and as part-time magicians went to work at a small theme park -- Tombstone Junction -- in Cumberland Falls, Kentucky. It meant three shows a day seven days a week. It's where he learned that to be a success, you create great ideas, test them and keep them in the act only when the audience reacts to them with strong applause. He teaches the lesson of hypothesis, experiment and evaluation to all budding magicians stressing the need to craft the act for as long as necessary until ready for the big time -- however long that takes. Lance proved that time and time again over 31 years, and I refuse to believe that it's coming to an end. I pushed him one more time as our one-on-one conversation ended: "What am I going to do then? I honestly don't know yet. I'm a magician, not a psychic," he said. "It's going to be an extended vacation. Alright, Robin, I won't call it retirement, but you know I may well go back to the farm in Kentucky, get on the tractor and be very happy just doing that." (Robin Leach has been a journalist for more than 50 years and has spent the past decade giving readers the inside scoop on Las Vegas, the world's premier platinum playground.) -------------------------------------------- 5. Tony Clark's New Column "Consultant's Corner" -------------------------------------------- Message by Tony Clark (US) News: See Tony Clark's New Column "Consultant's Corner" in the return of the Mandala online magazine FREE! Be part of the much anticipated return of magic's most unique periodical by downloading the first issue for FREE! Tony Clark is now excepting questions for his new Column in the new online magazine called the Mandala. You can send your questions directly to Tony Clark at: tony@tonyclarkmagic.com To get the first issue for FREE just go to www.themadalamag.com/trial Then subscribe to this great magazine so you don't miss an issue. Enjoy! -------------------------------------------- 6. Remarkable Magic #69 - Nick Lewin -------------------------------------------- Message from Nick Lewin (US) Las Vegas; Whither goes though now... Living in Las Vegas has become a depressing business recently. The city's numbers and the spending have gone down like a rock in water. The closing of Lance Burton's show was a sad event and robbed our town of much of its magical class. It seems like Lance has always been a fixture somewhere in Vegas, from the Tropicana via the Hacienda all the way to his self-named showroom at the Monte Carlo. It was the very first room in town to be named after its star. It was very sad to see this fine show leave the strip. I think the demise of magic in Las Vegas began inevitably with the closing of Siegfried & Roy's show, it just kicked off the downhill trend. There are still one or two bright spots of magic on the strip. Amazing Johnathan and Mac King represent the two most diametrically opposite aspects of magic and both do good business because they both do really good shows. David Copperfield does amazing numbers but has very wisely never become a 'Vegas magician' in spite of his frequent visits and the fact that he calls Las Vegas home. The universal dislike and rejection of Criss Angel's show was another kick in the gut to the credibility of the magical arts. Even with the aid of a highly popular TV show and the participation of the ubiquitous 'Cirque de Same' he has done nothing to improve the stature of magic in the neon city, in fact quite the reverse. Not so long ago magic was an integral part of the entertainment scene in Vegas, however it's now impressionists, 'tribute shows' and hypnotists who struggle for the the garlic flavored crumbs from the Cirque table. The magic shows are now relegated to 'four wall deals' that feature performers who seldom have any valid claim to 'Star of a Vegas Show' status. The hotels are in the theater rental business with no great interest in promoting or even caring about the success (of the performers with egos that they enable). I have always seen the migrationary pattern of magic in America following Timothy Leary's 'East to West Evolutionary Pathway.' New York to Chicago to Los Angeles with a tiny back step to Las Vegas, it sounds like a waltz! Don't anyone get their knickers in a twist over this sweeping (but pretty damn accurate) generalization. Where does magic (and ultimately magicians go next)? Dr. Tim would probably suggest Japan thus completing a full cycle back to the East. Japan's sophisticated approach to the performance and careful approach to the cultural status of the magical arts in Japan is very different to the cynical 'have rent: open show' mentality that has hit the neon city. Everywhere you see magicians gather in Las Vegas now the centerpiece conversation is how can I sell my submarine (they used to be called houses but are now so deeply underwater that submarine is more accurate) and where shall I move to. Los Angeles is way less attractive now that the Castle is making its transition from magic clubhouse to whatever it now is. That was a surprisingly tactful statement compared to what I really think! My phone call to the Castle office yesterday to make sure Milt knew that his Facebook account had been hacked and was being scammed; I was treated with such disdain and rudeness I had to pinch myself to make sure I was awake. Maybe I should have identified myself as an unknown cabaret singer to get a little courtesy! I do believe there is something of a solution to these migratory problems, which I will expand upon in future writing. Sufficient to say, I think Jeff McBride has created something very special with his 'Wonderground' events in Vegas. There may be a key here to the regional revival of magic as a performing art as well as a conceptional one. I look forward to hearing from interested readers at nicklewin1@me.com P.S. if you would like to read a fully coherent version of Leary's theory of civilization's migration from East to West buy or download his amazingly insightful book 'The Intelligence Agents.' -------------------------------------------- 7. Props Make the Magician?- #179 - Kyle Peron -------------------------------------------- Message by Kyle Peron (US) magic4u02@aol.com http://www.kyleandkellymagic.com There was an interesting question posted on one of the magic forums the other day and I thought it was an interesting one. It certainly got me thinking and many chimed in with various points of view. The question was about whether or not the prop makes the magician and whether the more classy and stylish the props you have, the greater the perceived value you have on the client. In other words, do props make the magician appear to be better? It is interesting food for thought and one in which each of us must think about and apply to the magic we do and for the markets we work. I believe there is no one answer. There are only answers based on what works for you and what works for the clients you perform for. I think we can all agree that a magician should use quality props in the shows he or she puts on. If you want to be seen as a professional, you need to look like one. So whatever props you are using (pricey or not) they need to be of quality. I also feel that no amount of fancy props is going to make you a better performer. You need to be sure that you have a good show regardless of the props you utilize. A great performer will be able to entertain an audience with little to no props at all. The props do not make the magician. A question to ask yourself is to know that even if you had no props in your show at all, could you still entertain that audience and get them smiling, laughing and having a good time? If you were in that situation, would the show still play well? I feel it is important that the show be set up in such a way that it is YOU that creates the entertainment and the experience. The props are just the tools of which you utilize to help make this happen. However, they are NOT what cause the entertainment value by themselves. With this said, I do feel that you can buy a pricey prop if you feel it adds value to the show and you can regain that investment back through the shows you are doing. Every time I buy a new prop I go through the process of really seeing if 1) it is right for the show 2) it fits the markets I am performing 3) I will be able to utilize it frequently and 4) the cost of it versus how much I can gain back based on the value it adds to the show itself. These are important question any magician should ask themselves every time a prop is being thought of to add to the show. Now some props I have added to the show are pricey. However, they have paid me back time and again. My chair suspension has paid me back ten-fold at least with the value it has added to my show. My sword basket illusion can be seen the same way. Both get used a lot and both add value to the shows I offer. I have easily received my investment back multiple times. I do also feel that there is a perception folks do have for what they expect to see from a magician they hire. This is not to say this perception is always right. However, lay people do seem to think that when hiring a magician, fancy props means better. You and I know this is not the case at all. However, it is a real perception one must be willing to face frequently when dealing with clients. If you choose to have a show that is more minimal in nature, be prepared to be able to show the client how you meet their needs and exceed their expectations based on your ability to entertain. There is a theory of thought that one must realize that different folks bring in different levels of income from their magic. A good business man will realize that a certain percentage of profit based income can go back into the show. This percentage does and will change from performer to performer. Figure out what percentage of magic income will be taken out of every show you perform. This money then gets placed aside and so that money from magic helps to further improve and grow the show. It is smart business and good magic. As always, I encourage you the readers to let me know your thoughts. So if you have any thoughts on my articles or suggestions or comments, please feel free to e-mail me directly at magic4u02@aol.com. I would love to hear from you. - I would like to let everyone know that I just released a NEW book and E-Book to the magic community. "Blue and Gold! The Complete Guide to Working The Scout Market!" is now available as a soft cover printed book as well as an ebook download. http://www.magicenhancer.com/Blue/Gold.html - "Encore! Creativity in the Art of Magic" Ebook. Order online now at: http://www.magicenhancer.com/Encore.html - "Tips and Techniques on the Chair Suspension" Ebook. Order online now at: http://www.magicenhancer.com/ChairSuspension.html -------------------------------------------- 8. Tony Brook in Conversation with Tom Waldrop (Part 4) ------------------------------------------ Message by Anthony Darkstone Brook - Europe/USA TB: You have a Masters Degree and also other degrees including Japanese which, I'm told, you are fluent .what's the story on that? TW: Well, Tony, actually I just have my Bachelor's Degree in Broadcasting from the University of Oregon and my Master's Degree in Human Resource Management from Central Michigan University. I was stationed in Japan for four years and the University of Maryland offered an overseas program for folks in the military. I completed 12 hours of Japanese language training-read, write, and speak-because I worked with my Japanese Air Force counterparts every day. Likewise, they learned English from one source or another. It just made our daily connections a lot easier. TB: I mentioned in my introduction that you are the Secretary of Assembly 59 of The Society of American Magicians. Obviously, you are a Member of The SAM, but you also belong to the IBM, the IMS, the Portland Society of Magicians. Do you attend all of the meetings and get involved with all the Clubs? TW: Well Tony, I try. There is no IBM Ring close to Portland so I have no meetings to attend. I don't believe the IMS has a Chapter structure. I do attend the PSM meetings every month and participate in the activities. However, I don't hold an office in the PSM. Therefore, as you mentioned, my main focal points right now are my duties as Assembly 59 Secretary and as an SYM Mentor. I have been able to attend several SAM conventions while I was serving as Northwest Regional Vice President as well as those put on by the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians (PCAM). I felt very privileged in being able to attend the joint IBM/SAM Louisville Convention in 2008. Our Assembly 59 is the largest (70+ members) in the eight states that make up the SAM Northwest Region. Our Region (which includes Alaska) occupies the largest land area of the United States but has the smallest population to draw from. Since Seattle is reasonably close, we maintain contact with several magicians from there and attend each other's functions when we can. Long-time SAM 59 member Stan Kramien has been hosting the Northwest Magic Jamboree just outside of Portland for the past two decades. The 22nd edition was held April 30 to May 1 and had about 225 folks attend the event. Lots of folks came from Canada. Major dealers from all over the U.S. attended. The big show on Saturday night featured Mike Caveney, Tina Lenert, Christopher Hart, and Dana Daniels. This was no small gig. Last year was the inaugural Portland Magic Jam, a 2½-day magic blitz. The featured visiting artists included David Regal, Nathan Kranzo, Aaron Fisher, and Steve Dobson. This year's Jam is set for September 24-26 and will feature Daryl, Doc Eason, Whit "Pop" Haydn, and Wayne Houchin. In Portland, our Assembly 59 and the PSM frequently join hands to sponsor some of the excellent lectures that become available. So far this year we have been visited by John Lovick and Troy Hooser. Joshua Jay visited Portland on July 20. TB: All great performers. Over the years, I've been fortunate to have seen many of them perform. In 2008, at the TAOM, I was on the bill with Dana Daniels .he was just amazing!!! David Regal is always exceptionally brilliant! Speaking of folks that we know, Mark Weidhaas, whom you know well, was inaugurated S.A.M. President at the 2010 Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. He belongs to several organizations and he was telling me that it serves to broaden his thinking and perspective. Do you feel the same way ? TW. Yes. I think that expanding one's thought processes and interacting not only with other Magicians but with more than one Magic organization does help elevate the Art. Yes. I for one am delighted that Mark will be the next S.A.M. President. He was, as you know, for many years the Colorado Deputy before he replaced me as Northwest Regional Vice President. I had many opportunities to work with him on S.A.M. matters and helped encourage his election as Second Vice President. (Hidden in this article are deliberate grammatical & spelling mistakes. After much hard work, my proofreader & I have included these to please those who enjoy finding them.) Send comments & corrections to:- tbrook47@gmail.com -------------------------------------------- 9. Abb Dickson Status Report -------------------------------------------- Message by Gary Bartlett Former International President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians and current International President of the World Alliance of Magicians Abb Dickson just celebrated his 62 birthday on Aug 31, 2010. Then on September 2, 2010 before heading off to his dialysis that morning. They notice he was having trouble speaking. When them got him to the dialysis center, they doctor told them to take him to the ER. He was admitted to Southern Regional Hospital Room 556 and has a direct phone to his room which is: 770 909 2564. "Abb Dickson Actor / Magician You may not realize it, but you have probably seen Abb's special guest appearances on some of the top primetime sit-coms, variety specials and talk shows- most recently featuring his newest Abb-tastic Magi-Comedy on Television! He is a veteran character actor who worked on 7 films with the Great Orson Wells. As well as many recurring roles in such known television show like Different Strokes. It's nearly impossible to summarize Abb's incredibly versatile background! In the Magic World, Abb is known as a top performer, creator and lecturer In the early 1970's he had the largest touring magic show in the United States with performances for the Bicentennial show in Washington DC. In the Business World, his talents range from Corporate Speaker and Consultant, to Motivational Speaker and Entertainer. In the Architectural and Interior Design World, Abb's work has been featured in such prestigious publications as Architectural Digest, Smithsonian, and Forbes Magazines." Courtesy of Steve Dacri MWC Panel of Magic Advisors website. Cards should be sent to: Abb Dickson C/o Pope Dickson & Son Funeral Home 168 North McDonough Street Jonesboro, GA 30236-3697 Trivia: Did you know that Abb's mother was the personal Secretary to President Roosevelt and Truman? Did you know He owns 3 of Doug Henning's Shows costumes, props & scenery? Did you know he was a character actor appearing on such notable shows as the hit series "Different Strokes"? Did you know he is a licensed mortician? Did you know he was the voice of the Pillsbury dough boy? He is one of the nicest guys you will ever meet and very instrumental in my career as well as many others. He has taught many of us the business including Bill Smith from Magic Ventures & Allen Bracken stage manager for Lance Burton. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. He is also on Face book Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. Gary E. Bartlett Executive Producer Holiday Promenade of Stars Parade -------------------------------------------- 10. Trying To Contact Eberhard Riese ------------------------------------------ Message by Paul Romhany (NZ) I am trying to contact Eberhard Riese - Mr. Riese wrote the brilliant book called Foundations. Many thanks Paul Romhany email: info@paulromhany.com -------------------------------------------- 11. Broken Wand - Mikame Yonezo -------------------------------------------- Message by Tashiro Shigeru The president of JCMA Japan Close-up Magicians' Association Mikame Yonezo passed away at 23:17, 9th, September, 2010 with cancer. The funeral ceremony will be held on 16 & 17 in Yokohama, Japan. http://mikamecraft.ocnk.net/ He is the famous creator and the owner of Mikame craft. -------------------------------------------- 12. Blogs, Books And More From Magicana -------------------------------------------- Message by James Alan Sid Lorraine has updated his blog with new conversations with Ellis Stanyon in London: http://bit.ly/cPIUFY David Ben explains how he became involved in creating magic for "Yesno" being screened this weekend at the Toronto International Film Festival: http://bit.ly/b7cwyZ Mystery & History: Details have been released for the 42nd Annual Magic Collectors Weekend in Chicago May 19-21, 2011. Registration is open and discounted hotel rooms are available: http://bit.ly/baKc3b A Grand Exposé - Magicana has recently reprinted an extremely rare 1860 text on crooked gambling and short cons. This beautifully produced hardcover edition is limited to 500 copies, with only about 300 still available for sale. Take advantage of the final hours of the special pre-publication price at http://bit.ly/dnUh14 MAGICANA is a performing arts organization and registered charity dedicated to the exploration and advancement of magic as a performing art. -------------------------------------------- 13. The Innovention 2010 -------------------------------------------- Message by Paul Stone (US) The Innovention, taking place at the Suncoast Hotel & Casino in Summerlin, Las Vegas, from October 4-7 is now less than 4 weeks away. The line-up of talent is amazing, the venue is excellent offering a superb and intimate Showroom where most of the Lectures and Shows will be happening, and which has just this week completed a $1,000,000 refurbishment and looks fantastic. This one-off event will truly be a unique few days of magic, and features many famous names from the world of magic including Superstars Teller and Criss Angel, whom you will rarely, if ever, see at any other Convention! Just consider the following things if you are still thinking of being there but have not yet registered .... An intimate and First Class Venue, A superb Showroom, Dedicated Close-up Rooms, An unrivalled line-up of Talent. A Professional Production team, Handpicked Dealers, and a strictly limited number of attendees guaranteeing you great seats for every event! To see The Innovention schedule and to Register, go to www.innovention2010.com -------------------------------------------- 14. Abbott's 73rd Magic Get Together -------------------------------------------- Message by David Linsell Abbott's 73rd Magic Get Together Photos now on line! We had another Great week in Colon at Abbott's 73rd Magic Get Together this year! If you were there you know, and if not we'll hope to see you next year. Follow these links to see my photo coverage . . . (all is my work except a few in the dealer room section). Click on the thumbnails to see a larger view. Feel free to forward this email on to any of your magic friends who may enjoy the images also. http://www.magicgettogether.com/galleryhtml/2010gallery/eveningshows.html http://www.magicgettogether.com/galleryhtml/2010gallery/closeupshow.html http://www.magicgettogether.com/galleryhtml/2010gallery/magiclectures.html http://www.magicgettogether.com/galleryhtml/2010gallery/talentshow.html http://www.magicgettogether.com/galleryhtml/2010gallery/dealersroom.html http://www.magicgettogether.com/aboutcompete.html You are also invited to visit my web site: www.linsellimaging.com, where you'll see many more of your magic friends. Please keep me in mind when you need new photography. I provide Arts, Entertainment and Event photography to a wide range of international clients. Recent clients include: Luminato - Toronto Festival of Arts + Creativity, Magicana, The Magic Collectors' Association, GCA Savvian: Digital Media Summit, Stagewrite Publishing, Michael Ammar, Danny Orleans, Magic Chicago, The Abbott's Magic Company, plus numerous private clients and events. My graphic images have appeared in a wide variety of journals, publications, and web sites including Rolling Stone, The Chicago Reader, Genii, Chicago Sun Times Media, The Linking Ring, Magie, and MAGIC Magazine where I serve as a contributing photographer. Please feel free to contact me to learn how I can help you reach your sales/promotion goals, completely capture your event, and create one of a kind personal and group portraits. Hope to see you soon! David -------------------------------------------- 15. Australian Academy Of Magic -------------------------------------------- Message by Cath Jamison (Aust) (Founder, Teacher - Cath Jamison Australia's Leading Female Magician) For 6 years I have had a residency teaching magic at the historic Gasworks Arts Park and private tuition all around Victoria and Melbourne. Due to the high demand I founded the Australian Academy of Magic in April 2010 which ran the Australian School of Magic and the Australian Pre-School of Magic. The Australian Academy of Magic's mission is to offer school where students of all ages are transported into an exciting place of learning. A place where they can excel creatively in a safe and fun environment at the same time, learning about social skills such as team work, confidence, memory, dexterity, and coping with frustration. I wanted to offer a learning institution of the magical arts that is first of its kind here in Australia where they don't just learn a trick but be part of an experience in a magic themed, interactive classrooms. The faculty of Magic, Drama and Circus teaches are all highly skilled and qualified. I also have a strong belief in giving back to the community so the Australian Academy of Magic offers scholarships for low income persons who have the same passion for learning this ancient craft but don't have the resources. In an academy/school like atmosphere, students not only learn the secrets, practical and theory of magic but are also given other opportunities to learn other performance skills such as Drama, circus and puppetry. It is an exciting time for magic and I'm so happy to be part of sharing this ancient craft to those who are as passionate as I am. www.australianacademyofmagic.com.au www.schoolofmagic.com.au www.cathjamison.com.au -------------------------------------------- 16. David Ginn's Special Christmas Workshops -------------------------------------------- Message by David Ginn (US) David will present four Special Christmas Workshops - doing all Christmas & holiday show material, with free Christmas Magic Workbook (not for sale), in September: Saturday, Sept 18 . 10 am - 3 pm . Grand Rapids MI Brann's Steakhouse * 4157 S. Division Ave * Wyoming MI 49548 Christmas Workshop! * Contact Jim Parkes 616-742-3898 Email at: Hippityhop10@gmail.com Sunday, Sept 19 . 2 - 6 pm . Detroit MI area Christmas Workshop! * Wunderground Magic WEST * 6262 Middlebelt Rd *Garden City MI 48135 * Contact: Tim Miller 734-422-2322 or Paul Nielson 248-2880-5925 * Wundergroundshop@hotmail.com Saturday, Sept 25 . 10 am - 3 pm . Morton IL Days Inn * 150 W. Ashland St * Morton IL 61550 Christmas Workshop! * Contact Jeff Dickerson 309 263-7318 Sunday, Sept 26 . 2 - 6 pm . West Chicago IL Christmas Workshop! * Alpine Chapel * Miller & Echo Lake Roads *Lake Zurich, IL 60047 * Contact: Ken Johanson 630-584-9788 Registration is $35 advance, $45 at the door. Only one person per family pays registration and other family members, clown partners, assistants may attend free. Each registrant gets a free 50-page Christmas Magic Workbook and 3 free tricks / gimmicks. These are one-time only appearances of the Christmas workshop. You can register at www.ginnmagic.com under the Appearances icon on home page, or call the local sponsor. -------------------------------------------- 17. "Shore Is Magic!" - Auckland, New Zealand -------------------------------------------- Message by Mick Peck (NZ) Hi everyone, here are the details of the Shore Is Magic family comedy magic show. The "Shore Is Magic!" family comedy magic show features performances by some of the top magicians in New Zealand, ventriloquism, illusions, special guest performers, and will be hosted by a comedian. Join us for a family-friendly show of comedy, magic and fun! Four shows only - The Rose Theatre, Belmont, North Shore. Friday September 24th 7:30pm, Saturday September 25th 1pm, 4pm and 7:30pm. Details at www.scmc.co.nz and www.iticket.co.nz -------------------------------------------- 18. Magic New Zealand e-zine Archives -------------------------------------------- Back issues of the Magic New Zealand e-zine go to: www.watson.co.nz/fezine.html When you enter the archive the e-zines are in issue order and are coded. 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