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Issue Number: #1155
Date: Sunday 30th 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. 'Now You See It'
3. The Magic Word #199 - Charles Gauci - A Lifetime of Magic
4. Magic History at S.A.M. 2015 Convention in Philadelphia
5. Four… and More!
6. New Neal Scryer Book
7. The Devil's Staircase
8. Remarkable Magic #372 - Nick Lewin
9. Marketing At Scout Shows - #342 - Kyle Peron
10. Anthony Darkstone - In Conversation With Jeff McBride
- Part 3
11. Updates So Far This Week on VanishLive.com
12. "Turn Your Passion Into Profits" - Magic Business
University
13. 2014 December AMA Show Schedule
14. FISM - Otto Wessely
15. 2nd Annual Oceanside Magic Invitational
16. Cafe Edison - Magc Table
17. Alan Shaxon Book - The Sophisticated Sorcerer
18. 32nd New Zealand International Magicians Convention
2015
19. e-zine Archives
20. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice
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1. Editor's Message
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The high light for the week was catching with Sal Piacente
and his wife Dee. Sal was on a flying visit to New Zealand
lecturing to casinos.
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For all those who would like to read the Magic New Zealand
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Remember
if you have any magic news drop me a line:
Editor@MagicNewZealand.com
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2. 'Now You See It'
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Message by Neil McDonald (UK)
Objective
Productions (the multi BAFTA winning producers of Derren
Brown, The Cube and Help! My Supply Teacher is Magic) are
making a new series for a major UK broadcaster.
They
are looking for submissions from magicians of footage they
have filmed of tricks going wrong in a funny and amusing
way.
They
are NOT looking for footage where the method of the trick
is revealed and are not looking for anything too gruesome
or violent! No hand spiking please!
?Please
email magicvideo@objectivescotland.com for further details
and information on how to get your footage to us. There
will be a payment for any clips which are used in the final
series.
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3. The Magic Word #199 - Charles Gauci - A Lifetime Of Magic
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star
Australian
mentalist/magician, Charles Gauci, toured North America
on his "Farewell Lecture Tour" and stopped by
Houston where he spent some time sharing the microphone
on this week's podcast on The Magic Word. Charles is the
creator of over 300 original, commercial effects including
"Eye To Eye" and "Body Language".
But
how many of you knew that he started out as a hypnotist
and toured throughout Australia in his early years with
Peter Reveen? And did you know that he regularly performed
for the rich and famous every summer on the French Riviera?
Would you like to know how he got started with that lucrative
engagement?
Well,
tune in and listen to this week's podcast on The Magic Word
at: http://themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/charles-gauci
Of course you can download it through iTunes in the podcast
store or download the MP3 file through the website at http://TheMagicWordPodcast.com
where you can also see some photos of Charles and follow
a link to buy his book, "A Lifetime of Magic".
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4. Magic History At S.A.M. 2015 Convention In Philadelphia
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Message by Mark Weidhaas (US)
The
Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.) was founded in 1902
in the back room of Martinkas Magic Shop in New York City,
and W. Golden Mortimer was their first President. Harry
Houdini was the organization's 11th President, serving from
1917 to 1926, and he was instrumental in taking the organization
to a National level, helping to establish Assembly charters
in many other cities. Houdini was the first to preside over
the new National body.
Philadelphia
Assembly 4 was one of these early formed clubs and has a
great deal of magic history. S.A.M. National Historian and
Assembly 4 member Tom Ewing will host a multi-media presentation
and discussion about the History of Philadelphia Magic at
the S.A.M. Annual Convention in Philadelphia, July 1-4,
2015. The S.A.M. Convention will have other items of interest
for the magic history buff and magic collector, including
A Night at the Museum interview with the 2015 Convention
Honoree, Mr. Ray Goulet, owner of the Magic Art Studio and
Mini-Museum of Magic.
See
the History of Magic and America in Philadelphia at the
S.A.M. 2015 Annual Convention.
Register
at www.magicsam.com/annual-convention or by email at samregistrar@yahoo.com
$250 FOR S.A.M. members, spouse, or SYM parent; $150 for
SYM members and siblings age 7-17 until 1/1/15. Hotel Convention
rate of $115 a night at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.
Complete
details at www.magicsam.com
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5. Four… and More!
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Message by Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine
Dan
Sperry: Freaky Good
He still does card manipulations and a dove act, but audiences
rarely watch Dan Sperry and think, I've seen all that before.
His look catches your eye even before his magic, but he
is certainly not all style without substance.
Street Magic
When Mike Caveney ran out of excuses, he found himself at
a magic festival in Portugal, performing on the streets
for the very first time. Adapting to unfamiliar surroundings
and necessities, he experienced an ancient form of entertainment
that was all new to him.
Magic & the A-Word
If magic truly is an art, why shouldn't it be critiqued
in the same manner as other artistic genres? Chris Philpott,
who knows his way around film and literature as well as
magic, provides examples of what that magic criticism might
be like.
Inés
She's a Spanish magician whose skill and charm have kept
her increasingly busy on stages and television around the
world. Along with a look at her life and work, here Inés
teaches her handling of a classic yet seldom seen close-up
effect.
It's all in the December 2014 MAGIC Magazine experience…
and so much more!
Visit www.MAGICmagazine.com
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6. New Neal Scryer Book
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Message by Richard Webster (NZ)
I'm
proud to announce that "Scryer's Vault," the new
Neal Scryer book, has just been published. It contains 24
powerful, yet easy to do, routines and ideas that you'll
enjoy performing. It includes ideas for readers, and effects
for both close-up and stand-up performers. It's called "Scryer's
Vault" as some of the effects predate the material
in the Black and White books, while others have been developed
more recently.
It
includes some of Neal Scryer's most cherished secrets, including
Imaginary Seashells, Svengali Automatic Writing, Rose Blessing
and Reading, Email Q&A, Scryer's Astrological Sign,
and PK Touck Pateo. 94 pages, 6 x 9 case bound. $US99.00.
It's available from www.deceptionary.com, Stevens Magic
and Tannen's Magic.
"I
owe a debt of gratitude to Neal for re-energizing the passion
in my work." - Oliver Ferguson.
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7. The Devil's Staircase
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Written by New Zealand Magician Greg Chapman
Foreword
by Sal Piacente
Hardcover,
223 pages, 50 plus detailed B&W illustrations
Full
contents listing and more information can be found about
the book here:
www.thedevilsstaircase.com
There
is a sample effect video you can watch from the book here
And there is a thread over on Latest and Greatest at the
Magic Cafe with a bit of chatter about the book.
http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/viewt......orum=218
"This
is an outstanding book and one which I feel all card men
should study. Highly recommended."
- Michael Vincent
"I
had the pleasure of reading the section on memorized deck
effects in Greg's book. If you have any interest in this
area then I highly encourage you to purchase his book. The
section I reviewed was well written. But outside of the
excellent description of the trick, the most valuable part
to me were the well thought out ideas and various gambits
that he describes. As I read the chapter I often found myself
saying, that's a great idea. Greg has not only described
a reputation making effect but he gives you many ideas that
will enable you to tailor your presentation to a variety
of subjects. If you only got this one routine out of the
book, you would have a blockbuster. "
- Steve Ehlers
"Simply
put, if you are a fan of John Guastaferro and/or David Regal,
this book is a must buy. Greg artfully weaves the "why"
into the "how" and the end product is nothing
short of stunning. I feel that this book may well turn out
to be the book of the year for 2014 and that's saying a
lot considering that Simon Aronson's new book is due in
November and the Complete Al Leech is already out - and
I hope to buy those as well."
- Joe Caracciolo
"I
thoroughly enjoyed the chapter MEMORIZED DECK EFFECTS of
your book and I learned a great deal that I haven't read
anywhere else. I particularly enjoyed the mind reading section,
especially the information on reading tells and how you
tell how many cards are in the participant's packet. I can't
wait to buy a copy from you when it's published, as I can
see I'm only skimming the surface of this fascinating subject."
- Richard Webster
"Greg
Chapman's The Devil's Staircase is full of great ideas and
superb routines. I found his work with shuffle stacking
and the memorized deck especially insightful. Greg knows
how to create strong, magical and entertaining effects and
it is great that he is sharing his work with all of us."
- Eric Richardson
"Although
being into memorized deck magic for decades I found new
routines and extremely clever approaches for this tool.
Superb brain food! My highest recommendation!
- Jan Forster
www.thedevilsstaircase.com
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8. Remarkable Magic #372 - Nick Lewin
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Message by Nick Lewin
Seven
reasons to give thanks this Thanksgiving Day.
As
we celebrate Thanksgiving Day in the United States, I thought
it might be a nice idea to dedicate a short column to highlighting
a few special areas in the magic fraternity where I feel
some big thank yous are in order. Some are personal but
most are general---here we go…
1
- I want to begin with a big thank you to my two editors
Alan Watson at Magic New Zealand and Paul Romhany at Vanish
Magazine. Both of these gentlemen put a great deal of their
time and energy into these two wonderful free magic resources.
I am a small part in their publishing schedule but it does
allow me to see from up close the very real commitment they
take in adding something special to the magic world through
their respective roles. Thank you Alan and Paul for your
hard work and constant enthusiasm in spreading the magical
word.
2
- A big thank you to Stan Allen, Richard Kauffman, Sammy
Smith, Michael Close and all the other editors who work
hard at uniting the magic world with their publications.
The written word is still the central currency in our fraternity
and anyone who doesn't appreciate the vital role taken by
gentlemen such as these needs to think about it seriously.
Editing a magic journal is hard work and above all a labor
of love. Thanks guys keep up the great work.
3
- A special thank you to everyone out there who is still
fighting the times and tide by running a brick and mortar
magic shop. The old fashioned magic shop is an endangered
species and the efforts required to actually own a front
door and keep it open to magicians is enormous. There are
many pleasurable things about buying magic on the Internet,
however there is NO sense of community. Let's support those
folk who are battling the economic difficulties of remaining
physical in a digital world. You are doing a great thing
with your commitment and dedication.
4
- A huge thank you to the entire dedicated gang that make
up the staff and officers of the AMA and the Magic Castle.
It is wonderful to watch the Castle continue to go from
strength to strength and build on its popularity into the
second half of its first century. This crazy, impractical
place is still working out beyond the wildest dreams of
its architects and creators. Like every other member of
a private club I occasionally like to bitch when everything
isn't accomplished exactly the way I think it should be
done. However let's just be grateful and give thanks for
what a truly amazing job is being done of giving the world
a classy, profitable showcase for the magical arts. I am
truly proud to be a member of your amazing club and always
excited to visit our visionary clubhouse.
5
- Thanks to all the officers of the various magic clubs
and societies around the globe that help unite our curious
community of magical enthusiasts. These clubs don't run
themselves, and it is a dedicated bunch of volunteers that
keep things running smoothly. Our magical lives are greatly
enriched by these organizations, both big and small, that
strive to create meeting spots for magicians to gather.
Thank you one and all.
6
- A big thank you to the television industry for apparently
deciding that magic and magicians really can be a vibrant
part of what you have to offer to the public. The high visibility
that magic is currently enjoying on the airwaves is a boon
and benefit to every performing magician. I don't ever remember
a time when there was more magic on TV. A particularly big
thank you to Matt Franco for doing such a great job in winning
America's Got Talent; I for one never thought that this
would happen. I am thrilled that magic achieved such a mainstream
success due to Franco. Good luck with your Vegas show Matt,
I can't wait to see it.
7
- Finally some heartfelt thanks to YOU --- all the readers
who allow me to be a writer. Next February marks the beginning
of my 9th year as a columnist and writer in the magic world
and it has been a lot of fun. After 45 years making a good
living performing magic it has been extremely rewarding
to be able to participate in the sharing of knowledge and
information that is made possible with the written word.
It has been my privilege and delight to become a small part
in the fabric of the magic community in this manner. Thank
you not only for reading my thoughts and opinions but taking
the time to share your own ideas, correct me and inform
me along the way.
You can visit my online store at www.lewinenterprises.com
Subscribe to my blog at www.remarkablemagic.com
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9. Marketing at Scout Shows - #342 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com
Blue
and gold banquets are not only a great source of income
during those typically slow months, but it can also be a
wonderful way to market yourself while at the event. The
banquet is just filled with the perfect prospects that could
be in need for the family style shows that you may offer.
Your "room" will be full of kids (siblings), parents
and grand-parents that may all be in need of the services
you provide.
Blue
and gold banquets usually have a program that someone prints
up. I always ask if I might be able to be listed in it and
I then give them my information to be included in the program.
This is free advertising for you so feel free to ask them
about it. I have never had any problem with doing this and
they are usually more than happy to assist you.
While
at the event, having some sort of marketing material the
kids will like to keep is a great way to give something
out that they will hold on to. This can be anything such
as a coloring page, magicians assistant flyer or even a
sheet that teaches the scouts simple to do magic effects
they can learn at home.
Use
your imagination here but make it items the scouts will
want to hold on to and keep. The sky is the limit in regards
to the marketing materials of this sort that you can have
and bring with you. Just keep in mind that whatever you
give out, has your contact information on it so that it
continues to market you and your services long after you
leave.
If
you have a table (such as a suitcase style table), have
a sign made up with your name or logo on it and have that
placed on the front. This is a great way for you to brand
your name in the minds of the audience throughout the show.
If someone would take a picture, then that picture will
always include your name as well.
Another
thing you will want to do is set up an information table.
If you request a small table with a chair, they will usually
have no problem granting you that wish. This can then be
placed near to your performing area. On it you can place
your business cards, tri-fold brochures, flyers and any
show information for people to pick up and take home with
them.
I
try and set this up early because there is a lot of downtime
before the events start and this is a perfect time for them
to look at your stuff, ask questions and pick stuff up.
You can also start an e-mail list for the adults who may
be interested in receiving your e-mail newsletter etc. You
can also place an easel next to the table with a poster
of the show or general information. This can also attract
attention and help you to get your
information out there.
Another
tip and technique is to place a few flyers on each table.
Ask permission ahead of time, but they usually have no problem
with this. This way every table has some of your flyers
of which that can read and take home with them. As they
are waiting to go up for dinner, they can easily read over
your materials.
Also,
make sure you have business cards with you at all times.
If you present a great and fun show, you WILL be asked for
them. Make sure they are easily available for you to get
at. You may also want to get in the habit of asking for
a business card in return whenever you hand one out. You
will be surprised at how many actually do have them. This
way you can send them a nice thank you e-mail when you get
home from the event.
Be
involved and show a genuine interest in the Scouting program
and the folks you meet at these events. By doing so, you
will meet great people that may be willing to throw work
and referrals in your direction. Scouts have birthdays as
do heir brothers and sisters. Parents may have needs for
adult parties or for corporate events you may be perfect
for. So network with folks while you are there as you can
gain much from doing so.
After
the event is over, you will always want to send out a thank
you directly to the cub master. This should be a simple
thank you card with a hand written message inside. It is
more personal this way and the scout master and cub pack
will greatly appreciate it. It is also a good way in which
to get a good quote or even a letter of reference in return.
With this in mind, if you do a good job, do not hesitate
to ask if they would be willing to send you a simple letter
of reference. You will be amazed at that the power of "asking"
can do for you.
***
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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10. Anthony Darkstone - In Conversation with Jeff McBride
- Part 3
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Message by Anthony Darkstone USA/Europe
AD:
In the putting together of topics for our conversation I
did , as is my nature, a fair amount of background research
and contacted a few friends & others who are former
students. This would be an appropriate time to quote some
of their reactions:-
In
the May 2001 issue of M-U-M, Dan Rodriguez, a Past President
of The Society of American Magicians, wrote a tribute on
his experiences at Master Class. Here is an extract: "I
have to admit I was not sure what to expect when I signed
up to attend Master Class. I've been working on a theme
act based on the game of golf and was hoping to get some
professional advice from Jeff McBride & Eugene Burger.
Not only did I get the advice I was looking for, the inspiration
from Jeff and Eugene will last a lifetime. My experience
at Master Class was life changing for me. It helped me discover
the passion in my magic. I came home truly inspired".
Chris
Davis: "As one of those fortunate scholarship recipients,
I can speak from a firsthand perspective. This invaluable
scholarship program and the Mystery School *do* change lives-
it changed mine. It puts experience and knowledge that may
be impossible to find otherwise at the fingertips of those
who need it and are willing to strive for it. More than
that, it offers to the student the wisdom, support and guidance
of professionals who have not forgotten their roots- nor
that giving back is the best way of paying it forward.
This
philosophy and the belief that magic is a living, breathing
art that can have tremendous impact not only on audiences,
but on the magi themselves is at the heart of the Magic
and Mystery School. To all the (Mystery School) staff and
most especially to those of you who have contributed to
the fund, a most heartfelt THANK YOU."
Victoria
Skye: "All laughs are not good laughs", and "Just
because you can, doesn't mean you should." Those are
the words Jeff McBride said to me that I will always remember
from his Magic and Mystery School. Due to his critique of
one routine, my shows and performing persona are forever
changed for the better. I am now much more intuitive and
aware of my volunteers, the audience, the stage, my props
and my routines. I am grateful for the positive impact that
Jeff's incredible wisdom and creativity has made on my magic
career. Spread the magic."
Sean
David Bogunia: "I believe that attending Master Class
was not only one of the best things I ever did for my Magic,
but most importantly, the best thing I did for my audience!
I saw Jeff perform for the first time at Abbott's Magic
Get Together in 1992. His performance was amazing, to say
the least! I was blown away and in awe of his command of
the art and the emotion he was able to conjure and transmit
to the audience. He instantly became one of my magic heroes!
After
that, I heard about Master Class and I was finally able
to attend in 2000. Jeff and his fellow teachers taught us
that the art of magic is not just about doing a trick well;
it is about believing in the magic yourself and conveying
that belief to your audience. Master Class teaches you what
you can't find in magic books and I give Jeff and Master
Class a lot of credit for the success that I have seen in
my performances. He encouraged me to "do what you love"
and that is what it is all about."
Kristine
Hjulstad: "Does a faculty of magic really exist? Yes
it does! My education in magic comes from attending a number
of Master Classes with Jeff McBride and his Mystery scholars
over a ten year period. This is the foundation of my creative
thinking and how I was encouraged to pursue drama and theatre
studies later in life. McBride is a wonderful pedagogue
and teaches "con amore" bringing the best out
of every student. Every time I receive applause during my
show I send a little thank you to Jeff McBride and my other
teachers.
AD:Chris
Davis referred to scholarships …how does that work?
JMcB:
Over the past two years, we have given out over $12,000
in scholarship awards to over 20 talented, deserving people
who needed a "hand up" to get the magic education
they need for greater success. Every one of those dollars
came to us from people like you, through direct donations
or through their becoming a Member of the Magic & Mystery
School. Thank YOU for helping us help others succeed! Full
details are on our site: http://www.magicalwisdom.com/scholarships
Part
3. Tune in next week for Part 4.
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11. 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:
-
Peter Marucci Honored By IBM
- Broadway-Bound Magicians
- Indian Magicians Perform To Promote Politics
- A Magician's Crusade Against Deception
- Infallible by Mark Elsdon
- Megan Knowles-Bacon First Magic Circle Woman Officer
- Ninja Tossed Out Deck By Patrick Redford
- Tyrone Reveen Continues The Reveen Legacy
- Divers Lung Tester By Jordan O'Grady
- Criss Angel coming to Easton's State Theatre
- Keith Barry 'Predicts' Baby For Prince Harry
- Richard Turner 'Dealt' Film
Video
of the Week: ENT Speaks: Amazing Johnathan.
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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12. "Turn Your Passion into Profits" - Magic Business
University
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star
Next
year is going to be a perfect storm for magic conventions
with so many major events going on around the world, including
FISM, MAGIC Live!, and the Genii Bash, in addition to all
of the other major and minor events sponsored by national
and regional organizations like the I.B.M., S.A.M. and the
T.A.O.M. So, which one will YOU attend?
Wait.before
you answer, answer this question: Do you ever perform magic
for profit?
If
you use the money earned from your performances to attend
magic conventions and buy new products (books, props, DVD's
and more), then you could attend more conventions and buy
more stuff if you earned more from your shows. But how to
do that? Hmmm. I have an idea! Attend M.B.U.
You
will learn how to increase your business and your income
from your shows. You will have enough money to register
for at least one more convention later in the year and buy
more magic materials. One advantage of M.B.U. Being held
early in the year immediately allows you to put the ideas
into your marketing plan and earn more money to allow you
to attend another convention. Then by continuing to use
these ideas throughout the year, you will have even more
money for future years for more conventions, and more magic
stuff.
Turn
your passion into profit. Attend M.B.U. Register today at
http://MagicBusinessUniversity.com
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13. 2014 December AMA Show Schedule
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Message by Jack Goldfinger
Director Of Entertainment
Academy of Magical Arts, Inc.
December
1-7th
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Anthony Asimov
Early: Norman Beck
Late: Jeff Black
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Ray Pierce
Late: Scott Tokar
Palace
of Mystery
Adam London
Howard Mincone
PoHan Huang
Peller
Theatre
The Charlatans - Dave Cox & Bill Chott
W.
C. Fields Bar
Doc Eason
Friday
Luncheon - CUG
Norman Beck
Saturday
& Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Gus Flamingo
Lecturer
- Sunday
Norman Beck
December
8-14th
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Tim Issac
Early: Masahiro Yanagida
Late: Simon Coronel
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Ben Seidman
Late: Rick Gerber
Palace of Mystery
Jonathan Pendragon
Peller
Theatre
Michael Davis
Mark Mitton
W.
C. Fields Bar
Doc Eason
Friday
Luncheon - CUG
Simon Coronel
Saturday
& Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Tim Mannix
Lecturer
- Sunday
Chris Randall
December
15-21st
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Mike Elkan
Early: Jesse Dee
Late: Danny Ray
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Kyle Eschen
Late: Bob Cassidy
Palace
of Mystery
Rick Thomas
Peller
Theatre
David Goldrake
W.
C. Fields Bar
Jeff Bornstein
Friday
Luncheon - CUG
Danny Ray
Saturday
& Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Hillel
Lecturer
- Sunday
Rick Thomas
December
22-28th
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Mark Furey
Early: Lou Serrano
Late: Zach Waldman
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Crow Garrett
Late: Terry Lunceford
Palace
of Mystery
David Kovac
Steve Owens
Sebastian Kraine
Peller
Theatre
Greg Otto
J. Neal
W.
C. Fields Bar
Michael Rangel
Friday
Luncheon - CUG
Lou Serrano
Saturday
& Sunday Brunch
Gerald Schiller
Lecturer
- Sunday
Terry Lunceford
Performers
are subject to change due to circumstances and availability
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14. FISM - Otto Wessely
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Message by Joan Caesar (Canada)
Otto
Wessely
I hadn't heard much about Otto Wessely before a recent trip
to France. After asking a few Canadians how much they knew
about him, (little to nothing) I thought this might be a
good time to introduce him. To put it bluntly, he's out-of-the-box
crazy. In fact, he's been fired from a couple of venues
for his outlandish antics. I can't wait to see him!
Otto
is an Austrian magician who has lived in Paris, France since
1974. Er präsentierte für die damalige Zeit einen
völlig neuen Zauberstil, den er mit "Pop Magic"
bezeichnete. He created an entirely new style of magic he
called "Pop Magic", for which he is famous. 1985
erhielt er einen Vertrag für mehrere Jahre im berühmten
Cabaret "Crazy Horse" in Paris. He lives and works
with his wife, Christa, who has been both his assistant
and as a magician in her own.
In 1985 he received a contract for several years at the
famous cabaret "Crazy Horse" in Paris.
In 2008 he appeared at the Montreal International Comedy
Festival. Some of the comments after the show are worth
reading:
"Funny,
Funny, Funny!!! I loved it! He reminded me of Tommy Cooper.
He exposed some tricks, but it was soooo funny, who cares.
Great, great performance."
"Sensational";
"This
guy is brilliant."
"Very
funny magic and original comedy. BRAVO!"
He
has written articles for the French magazine, Magicus, andFür
die französische Zauberzeitschrift "Magicus"
schreibt er häufig Artikel und seit 2010 unterhält
er eine Kolumne unter dem Titel "Das harte Künstlerleben"
in der deutschen Zeitschrift für Zauberkunst Magische
Welt since 2010 has had a regular column entitled‚
'The Hard Life of an Artist' in the German magazine, Magic
World.
He
won the British Ring Shield in 1971 and in 1982 won 1st
place in Comedy Magic at FISM in Lausanne.
I'm
sure he'll be a great hit at FISM.
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15. 2nd Annual Oceanside Magic Invitational
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Message by Markus Steelgrave
All
magicians are invited, as registration continues for the
2nd Annual Oceanside Magic Invitational--April 9-12, 2015.
Cape Cod is once again the place to be for what Jay Scott
Berry, 2014 OMI headliner, declared to be "quite simply
one of the finest boutique conventions in the world".
Held literally "Oceanside" at beautiful Red Jacket
Beach Resort in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts, USA, this
year's convention features another roster of world-class
lecturers and performers:
Losander
Oscar Munoz
Ariann Black
Kevin and Robin Heller
Mickey Silver
Andrew Pinard
Harry Allen
Kozmo Koz
Becky Blaney
and young magicians Daniel Cipolla and Andrew Cipolla
OMI
has terrific dealers too:
Diamond's
Magic
Losander
Daytona Magic
John Henry's World of Magic
Kozmo Koz/Reel Magic Magazine
Tailored Magic
...and others TBA!
Special
Guest and Honoree will be Alan Wassilak from Boston, magician,
writer, and illustrator of M-U-M's "Basil the Baffling
and Chloe" feature.
OMI
is independently produced by Markus and Angelique Steelgrave,
and is not affiliated with any other convention (past or
present), Ring, Assembly, or organization. Rates are just
$175 Magician, $110 Companion, and include ALL lectures,
shows, dealers, auction, nightly hospitality suite, plus
FREE all-you-can-eat buffet lunch on Friday and Saturday!
Daily rates are also available. Rates go up on December
1, so register soon. This is one of the best "deals"
in the magic convention world!
Rooms
are available at Red Jacket Beach Resort for $115 plus tax
per nite.
The
Saturday evening Gala Show is also open to the public--tickets
$15 online in advance, $20 at the door. Even if you cannot
attend the whole convention, make plans to see this spectacular
show!
For
details and to register, visit www.OceansideMagic.com
Hope
to see you at Oceanside Magic Invitational in April!
--Markus
Steelgrave, OMI Co-Producer
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16. Cafe Edison - Magc Table
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Message by George Schindler
For
many years the Edison Coffee shop has hosted magicians from
around the world as a lunchtime meeting place. The gathering
had, at one time been a daily event but in recent years
was set for every Friday (12.30 to PM) Neophytes, celebrated
performers and hobbyists rubbed elbows and had great food
at reasonable prices.
Now
the hotel Edison threatens to close their restaurant. We
can help with a petition asking them not to do so. Our "Polish
Tea Room" has been a get together spot for newspaper
writers, theatrical performers and tourists.
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17. Alan Shaxon Book - The Sophisticated Sorcerer
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Message by John Derris
This book, started by Alan and completed by magicians Scott
Penrose and Stephen Short is a far-reaching book that covers
the landscape of his life, his early ambitions, his family,
his relationship with fellow professionals notably Robert
Harbin, Marvyn Roy, Norm Neilson, Al Koran and others and
his performances that went around the world for over fifty
years.
PLUS! Detailed descriptions of some of the outstanding original
effects and routines that became his trademark - stage,
cabaret, close up, children's magic wherever a magic wand
is waved. Notably his masterful "Confabulation"
a brilliant prediction that is performed by magicians the
world over. This is a unique book that will undoubtedly
become the definitive handbook for magicians who seek to
bring their magic up to a performance standard. I believe
that today many magicians show tricks but not many perform
magic.
This is a book that will stand on the bookshelf alongside
other classics of magic like The Royal Road to Card Magic,
Greater Magic and Thirteen Steps to Mentalism.
A beautifully produced hard backed volume with excellent
graphics and packed with photographs and drawings. If you
want to be a better performer don't buy another electronic
gizmo - buy this book and invest in your future.
The best investment you'll make this year!
http://www.alanshaxonbook.com/
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18. 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
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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19. E-zine Archives
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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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