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Issue Number: #1154
Date: Sunday 23rd November 2014
Editor: Alan Watson
www.watson.co.nz
E-mail: editor@magicnewzealand.com
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Hi here is the latest news
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1. Editor's Message
2. TEDx Talk By Lawrence Hass
3. Please Share With All Dove Workers
4. Dan Sperry Will Perform At FISM
5. Remarkable Magic #371 - Nick Lewin
6. My Shortest Article Ever - #340 - Kyle Peron
7. Anthony Darkstone - In Conversation With Jeff McBride - Part 2
8. Updates So Far This Week on VanishLive.com
9. Condolences: Bernard Samuel Lerner (Bobby Bernard)
10. Raymond Crowe The Unusualist - New Zealand 2015 Tour
11. 2015 I.B.M. Jacksonville Convention
12. Las Vegas Magic - December 2014
13. Jonathan Levit's New Color Changing Card Case
14. The Sense Of Wonder By Robert E. Neale
15. 32nd New Zealand International Magicians Convention 2015
16. e-zine Archives
17. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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2. TEDx Talk By Lawrence Hass
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Message by Tobias Beckwith

Lawrence Hass, magician and philosophy professor, recently gave a TEDx Talk on magic at the prestigious TEDxSMU event in Dallas. Titled "What is the Art of Magic?" his talk is now available for viewing at: http://youtu.be/MFuYf19C6IM. It also features him performing two of his signature effects.

Dr. Hass is the Associate Dean of Jeff McBride's Magic & Mystery School, an award-winning author of essays and books for magicians, and the Founder and Publisher of Theory and Art of Magic Press. To learn more about him, please go to: www.LawrenceHass.com.

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3. Please Share With All Dove Workers
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Message by Chris Visser (US)

Magicians with doves and other bird lovers. Last night taught me a horrific and important lesson. I boiled a pot of water in a non-stick pan. I forgot about it, the water boiled away and some of the non-stick coating cooked off. Naively I thought nothing of it. I threw out the pot and went about my business. 30 or so minutes later I noticed one of my doves having a real hard time breathing. I took it out and tried to assist it. It stopped breathing and lost consciousness.

Remembering my cpr training from boy scouts I checked her airway. It was clear. I gave her mouth to mouth. After around five minutes I heard another bird having troubles. Then another, then another, then another. Within around an hour a full pandemic ravaged my cage. I've had doves my entire adult life. Almost 20 years. I've never seen anything like this. Yesterday I had 13 healthy, vibrant and active doves. Today, I have 3. They died so fast. Faster than the driving time to the 24 hour vet clinic. After a little research this is what I discovered:
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=15+1829&aid=2874

The signs of PTFE toxicosis are non-specific, and could be seen in a variety of respiratory and other diseases. Birds are usually found dead in the cage or gasping for air and eventually dying. Mild exposures may result in difficulty breathing, wheezing, incoordination, weakness, depression, anxious behavior, or seizures.

The website goes on to describe the horrific events that occur in the birds body over the short period of time. Moral of the story. THROW OUT ALL NON-STICK POTS AND PANS. We cook and eat that stuff. All it takes is one forgotten pot and everything dies.

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4. Dan Sperry Will Perform At FISM
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Message by Joan Caesar (Canada)

Summarized from Wikipedia: Dan Sperry is a well-known American magician, living and working in New York City. Described as Copperfield meets Marilyn Manson, Sperry defines himself as an anti-conjuror, a magician who goes against the common trend in magic today. Our Youth love him.

He began his career performing at parties, including a private party for Johnny Depp's children, as well as at universities and festivals. At the age of 17 he was one of the youngest illusionists to headline at the Magic Castle, and has had multiple appearances on the TV series Masters of Illusion. Sperry was also the youngest illusionist featured in The World's Greatest Magic Show in Las Vegas and is the only illusionist to ever be awarded the title of most original magician on FOX's World Magic Awards.

After spending several years touring throughout Canada, the US, Greece, Italy and numerous other countries, Sperry appeared on season 5 of NBC's America's Got Talent in early 2010. He received more than a million views on YouTube.

In October 2010 Sperry headlined at Fright Dome, a Las Vegas Halloween attraction, and returned to Fright Dome in 2011 to host the grand opening weekend with special performances.

Among his achievements are: awarded International Champion by the World Magic Seminar 2002; Best Original Cabaret Magic and Most Original Magician by the World Magic Awards; 3-time winner of Award of Merit by the I.B.M. and finished 3rd place in Das Supertalent in Germany.

Come and see Dan at FISM in Rimini, Italy and watch how his act has evolved. He's unforgettable.
For more information on FISM or to register go to: www.fismitaly2015.com
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5. Remarkable Magic #371 - Nick Lewin
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Message by Nick Lewin (US)

Free but not always so easy.

I have been following several threads online that have been discussing, in a quite heated manner, the pros and cons of doing free shows. This has certainly been something that has been debated ever since I can remember---without any definitive results. I suspect that so many different conditions are involved in the matter that there will never be a clear-cut answer to the situation.

I feel that there will always be a place for magicians to decide they want to use their talents to benefit a good cause, whether one on one, or in the form of a fund-raiser for good charity causes. It is very satisfying to be able to contribute a show and know that you have done some good by your actions. Without wishing to be hokey, it can really make the world a better place.

Where the situation gets a little problematic is when you realize that you have been taken advantage off. For instance is everyone getting a salary except the performer, this is often the case and it definitely rubs me the wrong way. There does seem to be a culture of being dismissive in handling a performer due to the fact that the service he renders is primarily an artistic one. I don't like this one little bit and feel no need to put up with it.

I have been asked to perform at events when it has been quite obvious to me that the inclusion of an entertainer was a last minute "throwaway" idea, and I find this less than flattering. It is usually also an indication that your treatment if you perform will be just as casually handled. If this is the case, at this point in my career I generally point out that I choose my charity shows carefully and am not in a position to help them. I wish them good luck, behave pleasantly, but do NOT suggest other performers who might be able to help them.

The red flag that I find the most disturbing in these situations is the tired old cliché they sometimes trot out that you will be able to benefit from the exposure offered by the event. This is almost never true. By making a statement of this sort I feel the potential client is just trying to influence you in a rather insulting fashion. Without making a big deal about it, I just point out to them that my goals in entertainment are a little more specific than the nebulous promise of exposure. It has always been my experience that free shows lead to more free shows.

There are also occasions when a very little enquiry leads you to realize that in performing a free show you may actually be taking a paid show from the hands of a professional performer who might actually need the show. I don't think this is at all acceptable and it should never be encouraged or countenanced by any ethical performer. I really didn't need to say though, or did I?

It is vital that we raise the communal standards of the magic world in our handling of these tricky issues of pro bona or barter performances. While every situation is different, I am usually amazed at the amount of nerve displayed by potential non-paying clients when dealing with magicians. It really doesn't exist in anything like the same manner in most other professions. No one asks a comedian to do two hours of strolling magic at a charity event!

If an established charity or a truly good cause asks you to donate your services for an event then you have every right to happily agree to do so. However, if you are abetting a manner of dealing with the magic fraternity that in any way belittles or diminishes them, you need to be careful to show higher standards than the potential booker. Point out that you should be treated as a professional even if the organizers want to handle your booking as an amateur event. This is just common sense.

Make your decision based on the individual event and the way it is presented to you, however don't look back and moan about it later if you get it wrong. The key information about these kind of events can usually be discerned when you are initially being asked to perform, so make sure you ask the right questions. Take the time to get it right. I never like to hear magicians deriding other entertainers who perform at charity events, however I do think those events should really be legitimate charity events.

I am very excited by the reaction from some very highly regarded pros about my new Magnetic Swami Gimmicks. We are currently selling two gimmicks with all the necessary extras for $25 dollars on special. If you have never had the opportunity to handle or use a really good Swami gimmick it could be one of the best (and least expensive!) investments you will ever make. If you want to order this promotional deal then contact me at nicklewin1@mac.com

You can visit my online store at www.lewinenterprises.com

Subscribe to my blog at www.remarkablemagic.com

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6. My Shortest Article Ever - #340 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

This may be the shortest article I have ever written. But in so doing, it may also be the most powerful as well.

I was asked recently, "What was the best advice you could give to anyone to improve their magic and magic as a whole."

My response was not typical of most but I will state it clearly here.

"Being a professional does NOT start when the curtains open nor END when the curtains close. You are a professional always. If you are going to be in the art of magic you are a professional. Period. As a professional you need to act like one. That means treat people with respect and treat our art with respect. Help each other out, be friends with your compeers and help the beginner because we ALL have been there before."

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I hope this information has given you an idea of what can be done with working the Scout market. If you would like additional and detailed information on this topic, please see my book/eBook at: http://kpmagicproducts.com/Blue_and_Gold.html

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.

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7. Anthony Darkstone - In Conversation With Jeff McBride - Part 2
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Message by Anthony Darkstone USA/Europe

AD: I love New York. You and I have many mutual good magical friends there. Speaking of Deans, one in particular springs to mind and that is our "Uncle" George Schindler - The Dean of The Society of American Magicians… and, of course his lady, "Aunt" Nina. I was their house-guest a few years ago but you spent a longer time with them...share some of that with us…

JMcB: Of course; however, there are so many wonderful stories & memories and I would need vast amounts of time to share everything, and even then have to leave a lot out … but for now, I must state that both Nina & George were very helpful to me in so many ways to me as I was coming into the business. You are right in saying that they should be regarded as a favourite Uncle & Aunt. George was a great mentor to me as was Nina. They are very special people. Their influence on me in my formative years, and indeed even today, is exceptional. I didn't just learn magic effects and method but how to be an entertainer!

AD: Absolutely! It is a conversation that George & I have had on many an occasion. I guess you know he describes himself as an entertainer and not as a magician … even his passport states that!

JMcB: Yes Tony. Magic is not just about technique and skill, it is primarily about entertainment. It is one of the main topics we focus on at the Magic and Mystery School. We always ask the pertinent questions. Such as: -What do you want you're magic to be? What do you want you're magic to convey? What is your personal philosophy of magic? We don't provide the standard questions or even answers… however, we invite our students to explore in-depth answers.

We don't "teach" in the traditional sense, but as in the manner of the ancient mystery schools, we explore; we educate; we encourage. It is a total immersion in the process of complete magical evolution … A transformation. A metamorphosis. We show a student how to reach within their core essential being - we allow them the opportunity to develop & grow beyond restricted thinking. We explore the flaws in the conventional thinking of how magic should be perceived. Our students always leave transformed.

Mat Franco who recently won ´Americas Got Talent´ was a former student of the Magic and Mystery School. In all the interviews that followed his win, he also gave credit to his "learning curve" at the Magic and Mystery School.

AD: Yes indeed. Many magicians have been featured on the show, but this is the first time a magician has won - here's an extract from Mike Weatherford's article in the LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL quoting Mat Franco:- Franco said by telephone from New York "Jeff McBride was the biggest magic influence in my life growing up; it was just a complete obsession ever since I saw him on 'The World's Greatest Magic 2' on NBC back in '95. He's just a huge inspiration to me, big time.

When I asked if I could pursue magic full-time, Jeff's answer was, 'You can absolutely do that.' And he gave me some insight on how to do it. Without that moment, I'm not really sure if I'd be doing what I'm doing today or not."

JMcB: I am delighted for Mat, for our Art and glad to have played a role in his success. He first came to us when he was 12 years old, he's now 25. He was one of our youngest students ever. … His sleight-of-hand was so amazing we couldn't believe he was that young. In 2010, he attended one of our workshops and wanted to know if he could pursue magic professionally. Recognizing his talent, we played a part in helping him do just that. It was Mat's ability to make the sleight-of-hand magic play really big and theatrical, and also to personalize his magic and customize it to fit the judges and the venue he was in; this is an important concept that we teach at the School. It not just about tricks but about making the right choice of effects, creating the right character and making the overall act fit the venue.

Part 2. Tune in next week for Part 3.

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8. Updates So Far This Week on VanishLive.com
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Message by - Mick Peck (NZ)
Online Content Editor
www.VanishLive.com

Latest updates on VanishLive.com include:

- Tyrone Reveen Continues The Reveen Legacy
- Criss Angel coming to Easton's State Theatre
- Keith Barry 'Predicts' Baby For Prince Harry
- Richard Turner 'Dealt' Film
- Divers Lung Tester By Jordan O'Grady
- Ninja Tossed Out Deck By Patrick Redford
- The Marvelous Marvyn & Carol Roy: Nick Lewin
- Our Magic - A Documentary By Magicians
- Latest Magic Viral Video …
- Magician To Be Honored By City
- Cakes And Adders by Gary Dunn and Ricky McLeod
- An Angel To Help Cosentino
- South African Court Gags Vent And Dummy

Video of the Week: Captivating Singapore Cardistry Wizards

Daily magic news, articles from around the world and reviews from working professional magicians.

Visit us today at:
http://www.VanishLive.com

- Mick Peck
Online Content Editor
www.VanishLive.com

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9. Condolences: Bernard Samuel Lerner (Bobby Bernard)
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Message by Mandy Davis (UK)

Anyone wishing to send condolences on the death of Bernard Samuel Lerner ('Bobby Bernard') can do so to his nephew either by mail to:

Mr Ivor Solsberg
39 Holmview Court
Southview Drive
Rumney
Cardiff
CF3 3LX

Or by or e-mail to:

ivorsolsberg@hotmail.co.uk

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10. Raymond Crowe The Unusualist - New Zealand 2015 Tour
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Message by Raymond Crowe (Australia)

Raymond Crowe The Unusualist
New Zealand February 2015 Tour Dates

Book now….

Tickets through Ticket Direct www.ticketdirect.co.nz Ph: 0800 224 224

Thurs 12th - Baycourt - Tauranga
Tickets through www.ticketek.com Ph: 0800 842 538

Fri 13th - MTG Century Hawkes Bay - Napier
Tickets through www.ticketek.com Ph: 0800 842 538

Sat 14th - ASB Theatre- Auckland
Tickets through Ticketmaster www.ticketmaster.co.nz Ph: 0800 111 999

Mon 16th - Forum North - Whangarei

Tickets through www.ticketek.com Ph: 0800 842 538

Tues 17th - Founders Theatre - Hamilton
Tickets through www.ticketek.com Ph: 0800 842 538

Weds 18th - TSB Showplace - New Plymouth
Tickets through Ticketmaster www.ticketmaster.co.nz Ph: 0800 111 999

Fri 20th - Regent On Broadway - Palmerston North
Tickets through Ticket Direct www.ticketdirect.co.nz Ph: 0800 224 224

Sat 21st - The Opera House - Wellington
Tickets through www.ticketek.com Ph: 0800 842 538

Mon 23rd - Civic Theatre - Invercargill
Tickets through Ticket Direct www.ticketdirect.co.nz Ph: 0800 224 224

Tues 24th - Regent Theatre - Dunedin
Tickets through Ticket Direct www.ticketdirect.co.nz Ph: 0800 224 224

Thurs 26th - Theatre Royal - Timaru
Tickets through www.ticketek.com Ph: 0800 842 538

Fri 27th - Isaac Theatre Royal - Christchurch
Tickets through www.ticketek.com Ph: 0800 842 538

Sat 28th - College - Nelson

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11. 2015 I.B.M. Jacksonville Convention
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Message by Becki Wells (US)

Jacksonville, Florida is THE destination for Magicians in July 2015. The I.B.M. will he presenting the 87th Annual Convention on July 15-18th. Looking for challenge? Why not enter our world class competition. The I.B.M. contests have been accepted as the benchmark for well-organized, quality, non-political convention contests.

Over the past 25 years, the I.B.M. contests have continued to attract more contestants and the quality of the field has steadily climbed. The I.B.M. Gold Medal Contest Show has consistently been one of the high points of the convention. The I.B.M. Gold Medal International Award of Excellence in Stage Performance and the I.B.M. Gold Cups International Award of Excellence in Close-Up Performance are two of the most prestigious prizes in the magic world.

The I.B.M. Gold Medal Stage Contest is a preliminary/finals event. If you're selected to be one of the finalists in the I.B.M. Gold Medal Stage Contest, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your talents on the evening I.B.M. Gold Medal show. The I.B.M. Gold Cups Close-Up Contest is also a preliminary/finals event. The top Close-Up contestants will perform in the finals before a larger, very appreciative audience. The I.B.M. Gold Medal and I.B.M. Gold Cups awards have been won by magic notables like Lance Burton, Howard Hale, James Cielen, Jade, Greg Frewin, George Sateriel, Keiko Muto, Arthur Trace, David Williamson, Johnny Ace Palmer, Joe Givan, Giovanni Livera, Steve Bedwell, Oscar Munoz, and Chase Curtis.

These two awards come with a $5,000 cash prize - however, they are not given every year and are only given to the best. YOU could be next! Along with the Gold Medal and Gold Cups the I.B.M. will present awards for 1st and 2nd place in both the youth and adult categories for Stage and Close-Up; I.B.M. Stage People's Choice Award; I.B.M./Obie FFFF People's Choice Award for Close-Up; and the Karrell Fox Comedy Award. Like the Gold Medal and Gold Cups Awards, the Karrell Fox Comedy Award is given at the discretion of the judges and not presented every year.

So help us heat things up in Jacksonville next July by entering the stage or close-up contests. Who knows YOU could be the next BIG winner. For more information, contact Oscar Munoz.

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12. Las Vegas Magic - December 2014
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Message by David Neubauer - www.dnmagic.com
Vegas Magic is now online at www.dnmagic.com/vegasmagic.htm

Criss Angel - Believe
7 pm (except Wed. & Thurs.) & 9:30 pm (Dark Sun. - Mon.) - Luxor.
www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/believe/default.aspx

David Copperfield - An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion
7 & 9:30 pm nightly, also 4 pm Sat. - MGM Grand.
www.mgmgrand.com/entertainment/david-copperfield.aspx

Gerry McCambridge - The Mentalist
7:30 pm (Dark Wed.) - Planet Hollywood.
www.vtheaterboxoffice.com/Vegas_Show_Tickets.cfm?showID=10005
2 for 1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponthementalist.html

Jeff McBride's Wonderground
3rd Thurs. each month 7:30 to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

LaughterNoon - Adam London
4 pm, (Daily) - The D.
tickets.thed.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=7
$9.95 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponlaughternoon.html

Mac King Comedy Magic Show
1 & 3 pm, (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Harrah's.
www.harrahslasvegas.com/casinos/harrahs-las-vegas/casino-entertainment/mac-king-detail.html
Free tickets (buy 1 drink) usually available at the concierge desk or handed out by showgirls.

Magical Mix - Christopher Karpiak
7-10 pm (Dark Tues. - Wed.) - Mix Lounge, Mandalay Bay.
www.mandalaybay.com/dining/mixlounge.aspx
Free to locals until 10 pm.

Mike Hammer Comedy Magic Show
7 pm (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Four Queens.
http://tickets.fourqueens.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=35

Murray - Celebrity Magician
Opening December 20th.
With Guest Act: Douglas "Lefty" Leferovich.
2 pm & 4 pm (Dark Fri.) - Sin City Theater, Planet Hollywood.
Nathan Burton Comedy Magic Show
4 pm, (Dark Mon.) - Saxe Theater - Planet Hollywood.
Current Guest Star: Russ Merlin.
Armando Vera Up-Close "VIP Experience" is performed pre-show @ 3:00 pm
www.nathanburton.com/Tickets.php
$40 Off: www.vegas4locals.com/couponnathanburtoncomedymagic.html
$22.50 Double Feature: www.vegas4locals.com/couponnathanburtondoublefeature.html

Paranormal
4 pm, (Dark Mon. - Wed.) until Oct 31. Mentalist Fredric Da Silva - Ballys.
www.ballyslasvegas.com/shows/paranormal.html#.VB3T_5RdVAI
2 for 1: www.vegas4locals.com/couponparanormal.html

Penn & Teller
9 pm, (Dark Thurs. - Fri.) - Rio.
www.riolasvegas.com/casinos/rio/casino-entertainment/penn--teller-detail.html

The New Illusions - Jan Rouven
Opening Nov. 28th.
7:00 pm. (Dark Fri.) - Tropicana Theater
www.troplv.com/las-vegas/shows-entertainment/jan-rouven-illusions

Tommy Wind - A Unique Magic and Music Experience
7:00 pm. (Dark Wed.) - The Tommy Wind Theater
(Vegas Blvd between the MGM and Planet Hollywood).
www.tommywindmagic.com/vegas-magic-show-2013

Wild Illusions! - Dirk Arthur
Opening Dec. 1st.
7:00 pm. (Dark Fri.) - Starlight Theater, Riviera.

Magic In Production Shows
Bram Charles
2 sets between 10 pm - 2 am (Dark Mon. - Thurs.)
The Can Can Room on Industrial.

Crazy Girls
Tony Douglas - 9:30 pm (Dark Tues.) - Riviera.
www.rivierahotel.com/las-vegas-entertainment/crazy-girls.aspx

Haunted Vegas Show and Tour - Jac Hayden, Robert Allen.
9:30 pm, picks up at the Royal Resort.
www.hauntedvegastours.com

Michael Jackson - ONE by Cirque du Soleil
Xavier Mortimer - 7:00 pm & 9:30 pm, (Dark Thurs. - Fri.) - Mandalay Bay.
www.mandalaybay.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-ONE

Sapphire Las Vegas Comedy Hour
Comedians, Burlesque, Magicians, Variety Acts
Magicians: Mon Dre with guests: Luna Shimada
8 pm, (Dark Sun.- Thurs,) - Sapphire Gentleman's Club, 3025 Industrial Rd.
www.sapphirelasvegas.com/las_vegas_vip_services/sapphire_comedy_hour

V The Ultimate Variety Show
Featuring Melinda - First Lady of Magic
7 & 8:30, V Theater, Planet Hollywood
www.vtheshow.com/home.htm

X Burlesque
Featuring Chris Randall
10:00 pm. - X Showroom, Flamingo
www.flamingolasvegas.com/shows/x-burlesque.html#.VBtuspRdVAI
$10 off: www.vegas4locals.com/couponxburlesqueshow.html

Zombie Burlesque
Featuring Steve "Tiny" Daly as "Tiny Bubbles".
8:30 pm, (Dark Sun.) - V Theater, Planet Hollywood
www.vtheaterboxoffice.com/Vegas_Show_Tickets.cfm?showID=10032

Vegas Public Close-Up Magic
Caesars Palace - Pure Nightclub: Cameron Shadow - Resident Magician.
Excalibur - Dick's Last Resort Craig Keith performs bar magic, various times.
Fremont Street: Adam Flowers and Chris Randall.
Hard Rock - 2nd Floor Bar Café: Smoothini - Wed. to Sun. 8 pm-10:30.
Mandalay Bay: Ben Seidman - Resident Magician.
New York New York - Pour 24: Smoothini - after 2 am.
Treasure Island - Señor Frogs: JungleJosh - House Magician (Dark Mon.), 5 pm to 1 am.
Table-hopping and Comedy Magic on the stages. No Cover, No Min.
Wynn/Encore: Shimshi - Resident Magician.
Zingers: Smoothini - 3743 Las Vegas Blvd. 11 pm to 2 am.

Jamie Porter's Radio Side Show Sat @ 5 am, KLAV FM 1230.

Las Vegas Magic Organizations
Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257, 7 pm - 8:45, 1st Monday each month at Denny & Lee's Magic Shop, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102. Free Children's Classes at 5:45. No meeting if the 1st Monday is a major Holiday. ($24 a year to be a member). Current President and contact: John McClenahan, doctormagiclv@embarqmail.com or 702-395-3856. www.ibm257.com

Darwin's Magic Club 9 pm each Wed. at Boomers, 3200 Sirius Ave.

Upcoming Special Events
November, 2014
Nov. 20: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

December, 2014
Monday Dec. 1: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Chris Randal. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

Dec. 18: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

January, 2015
Jan. 15: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Jan. 23-25: Hypnotic Wizardry presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Jeff McBride, Richard Nongard and Tobias Beckwith.
www.magicalwisdom.com

February, 2015
Feb 19: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

March, 2015
Mar. 18-20: 3 Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Mar. 19: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Mar. 22-24: Magic For Speakers presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School.
www.magicalwisdom.com

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13. Jonathan Levit's New Color Changing Card Case
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Message by Jonathan Levit

The product info, and trailer can be seen here:
http://www.jonathanlevit.com/c4.html

As for a review, Steve Bryant just wrote this for his blog:
http://littleegyptmagic.com/magic.html

GIMMICKRY-- It's very rare that I will order a magic trick just to see how the darn thing is accomplished, and it's even more rare when I am happily rewarded. Such was the case with Jonathan Levit's new Color Changing Card Case, or C4. Jonathan's promo video fooled me badly, and the method is even more intriguing.

This card case is gimmicked to the hilt (eight special gadgets make the initial change dead easy), and the technology keeps on coming to enable you to end clean with a perfectly usable and examinable deck of cards and case. You'll need your own color changing deck routine (or you can learn Jonathan's from his new download, ahead of the game), but you probably already have one. Jonathan teaches C4 via DVD, and he is admirably concise and complete.

If you watch the performance (an extended segment from his Castle act) before examining the gimmick, you will be fooled. All the stuff comes lavishly packaged in a felt covered hard case, hence no worries about the gizmo getting smushed. $45. All in all, this is just plain keen. I ordered mine directly from the source, at jonathanlevit.com.

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14. The Sense Of Wonder By Robert E. Neale
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Message by Lawrence Hass

Theory and Art of Magic Press is proud to announce the second of its two new book releases: The Sense of Wonder by Robert E. Neale.

The Sense of Wonder is the second installment in Robert E. Neale's eagerly anticipated Trilogy of Magic. In these pages, Bob Neale sets out to expand our understanding of the human capacity to wonder beyond common notions of it. As he uncovers the widely different styles and subjects of wonder, he also shows how magicians can apply these insights to create more and better wonders for their audiences.

The Sense of Wonder also includes thirty-one of Bob Neale's latest, highly innovative magic routines, all but one of which are previously unpublished. Each of these routines comes with a fully developed script and is performed with simple props that are easily purchased or constructed, such as playing cards, paper and cardboard, bills and coins - even a toy ball!

The retail price of the 396 page paperback book is $29.99. It is available from www.TheoryandArtofMagic.com. Magic retailers should contact Murphy's Magic Supplies. A PDF version of the book is $19.99 and is available only from www.TheoryandArtofMagic.com

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15. 32nd New Zealand International Magicians Convention 2015
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Message by Nopera Whitley (New Zealand)

Join the Wellington Magic Club on Labour Weekend 2015 for three days of magic.

When: 24th - 26th of October, 2015
Where: James Cook Hotel, Wellington City, New Zealand

Registration is Open


Register online at www.wellingtonmagic.co.nz or to download the registration form go to: http://www.wellingtonmagic.co.nz/register.pdf
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Venue and Accommodation
The convention will be held at the Wellington James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, and we
have secured a great room rate at $169 per night (King Bed or Double + Single Bed) which
includes a full buffet breakfast for two. Rooms will be available for booking next week.

Headliners already confirmed include:
- Phil Cass and his partner Philippa
- Charlie Frye and his partner Sherry
- Nick Nickolas

For more information, or to get in touch, visit us at www.wellingtonmagic.co.nz.

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16. E-zine Archives
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Back issues of the Magic New Zealand e-zine go to:
www.magicnewzealand.com click on the red button center right "Archives"

When you enter the archive the e-zines are in issue order in folders for each year and are Coded, e.g. 001 Nov06 1999.txt first three numbers (001) denote issue number, then the date (Nov06) and the last figures the year (1999)

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