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Issue Number: #1261
Date: Sunday 28th February 2016
Editor: Alan Watson QSM
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. Paul Daniels Has An Incurable Brain Tumour
3. Broken Wand - Irene Larsen
4. MAGIC Live Is Sold Out!
5. May I Have The Envelope, Please
6. The Magic Word Podcast - The Inner Secrets Of The Outerbridges
7. History of Magic: Louis Haselmayer
8. Las Vegas Magic - March 2016
9. Ye Olde Magic Magazine
10. The Pacific Coast Association of Magicians (PCAM) 2016
11. Magic Castle Swap Meet
12. VANISH - International Magic Magazine News
13. Original Magic Posters for Sale
14. Browser's Den of Magic 2nd Annual "Bash" - Toronto
15. Oceanside Magic International
16. e-zine Archives
17. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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It has been a very sad week in the magic world. Firstly we find out that Paul Daniels has been diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour. Paul is a living treasure of our art and has helped inspire magicians all over the world.

Today we find out that Irene Larsen has passed. Much love all over the world Princess Irene was the international ambassador and co-founder of the Academy of Magical Arts.
Refer item 3.

If you would like to read the Magic New Zealand e-zine in a HTML format go to: http://www.magicnewzealand.com/ezine-archive/2016-Jan-to-Dec-2016/1261-Feb28-2016.html

Remember if you have any magic news drop me a line:
Editor@MagicNewZealand.com

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2. Paul Daniels Has An Incurable Brain Tumour
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Message from Kyle here, PA to Paul and Debbie

I am very sorry to be the bearer of bad news but Debbie wanted you to know that Paul has been diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour.

Press release can be found on Paul's website.

http://pauldaniels.co.uk/

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3. Broken Wand - Irene Larsen
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Message posted on Facebook by Archimedes Noctua

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved matriarch, international ambassador and co-founder of the Academy of Magical Arts, Irene Larsen. Princess Irene passed away peacefully this morning at her home at Brookledge.

Irene, AMA member #1, was the love and the light of the Academy and truly defined our mission statement, serving the Magic Castle in every aspect. A past President of the AMA Board of Directors and member of the Board of Trustees, she served on virtually every committee over the years. She devoted her life to the Magic Castle.

From the Castle's earliest days, Irene and her husband, AMA President for Life, Bill Larsen Jr., spent each evening greeting guests as they walked through the doors … a practice she frequently continued, right up until her untimely death.

An ardent animal activist, Irene referred to herself as "The Animal Police" within the magic community, ensuring that all performers who included animals in their acts - at the Magic Castle and everywhere - treated them with dignity and respect. In Genii: The International Conjurers Magazine, the monthly publication that she co-edited for many years with Bill, Irene posted tips in nearly every issue on how to correctly care for animals in acts.

Irene was a driving force behind the AMA's international reputation. She insisted that Genii be referred to as The International Conjurers Magazine to be inclusive of magicians worldwide and attended magic conventions around the globe to promote both the AMA and the magazine.

Irene will live on in our hearts forever. She loved this club and each and every one of us for supporting it.

Please keep Irene's children in your thoughts and prayers in the coming days … Dante (Blaire), Heidi and Erika Larsen, as well as her four beautiful grandchildren, Liberty, Lily and Liam Larsen and Jessica Hopkins.

All Hail the Queen. We love you Irene.

The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Last Chance for Animals (LCA), or any animal welfare organization of your choice. Irene supported them all.

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4. MAGIC Live Is Sold Out!
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Message by Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine

Exactly six months out, MAGIC Live, celebrating MAGIC Magazine's 25th Anniversary, reached capacity. A big "Thanks" to all of our supporters!

We have established a waitlist on our website for those still interested in joining us. Please sign up today.

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5. May I Have The Envelope, Please
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Message by Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine

The March issue of MAGIC Magazine is now out, and we're taking a behind-the-podium look at five sets of magic awards: Magic Circle, Academy of Magic Arts, Milbourne Christopher Foundation, International Magicians Society, and FISM. What are these awards and who decides the winners?

Also in this issue: Who is Mark Haslam and why should you know about him? How is Dan Summers "building" a career? And what exactly is Discover Magic?

There's also Mike Caveney, Mark Kornhauser, Simon Coronel, Martin Lewis, Ian Rowland, Mike Bent, Steve Reynolds, our team of "Marketplace" reviewers, and MAGIC Update!

The March 2016 issue of MAGIC Magazine is currently available in print and digitally.

www.MAGICmagazine.com

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6. The Magic Word Podcast - The Inner Secrets Of The Outerbridges
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold

Have you ever dreamed of being a "big time" stage magician, traveling from coast-to-coast and entertaining the masses? This week on The Magic Word we talk with Ted and Marion Outerbridge, two of Canada's leading theatre stage magicians. They give us some great stories about working on the road and what it's like to design sell an illusion show. Ted is an illusion builder also, so he spends his "down time" (when they are not on the road) building the new ideas that he and Marion discussed while traveling across the frozen tundra in parts of Canada. Shake up a martini and join us for a fun, late night chat.

You can watch a video promoting their show, see some photos, read the blog, listen to the podcast and download the MP3 file at: http://themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/278-the-outerbridges

And this week we congratulate Nathan Reed and Fred King for winning free digital downloads of the audio book from Audible.com "The Ambitious Card - An Eli Marks Mystry" by John Gaspard. But now it's time for an all new contest thanks to the Outerbridges...a Lecture Bundle valued at $135. And this contest is open to everyone worldwide. Ted has agreed to ship the Lecture Bundle to the winner anywhere in the world. Visit the website and scroll to the bottom to enter the contest.

Good luck and thanks for listening!

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7. History of Magic: Louis Haselmayer
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Message by Laurice Chavez

Link: http://magictricksforkids.org/louis-haselmayer/
Though lesser known than most in the history of magic, Austrian Louis Haselmayer is actually a magician of great skill and many talents. He toured the world and was noted for his spectacular illusions and showmanship, as well as his 'little creatures'-white mice and canaries that he trained to perform various tricks. Learn more about this treasure of Vienna at http://magictricksforkids.org/louis-haselmayer/

2. Add This to Your Magic Arsenal: The Missing Sock
Link: http://magictricksforkids.org/mystery-of-the-missing-sock/
Attempt to solve the mystery of where socks go when they go missing in the wash with this fun trick that will surely get a good laugh from audiences. See how you can pull off the trick at http://magictricksforkids.org/mystery-of-the-missing-sock/

3. Entertainment Tips from a Disneyland Performer
Link: http://kidsentertainerhub.com/kids-entertainer-tips-from-a-disneyland-performer/
Having performed over 9000 shows, Max Marshall has a wealth of stories and tips for magicians and anyone with a performing career. Get to know this colourful character and performer extraordinaire, and more importantly the lessons he learned from years doing a variety of shows, in this podcast episode: http://kidsentertainerhub.com/kids-entertainer-tips-from-a-disneyland-performer/

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8. Las Vegas Magic - March 2016
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Message by David Neubauer - www.dnmagic.com

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

Dirk Arthur Wild Magic
4:00 pm (Dark Sun.) - The International Westgate Theater, Westgate.
www.westgatedestinations.com/nevada/las-vegas/westgate-las-vegas-hotel-casino/entertainment/dirk-arthur

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.

Mat Franco - Magic Reinvented Nightly
7 pm - Linq Showroom - LINQ.
www.caesars.com/linq/events/mat-franco#.VUTdemdFDD8

Mike Hammer Comedy Magic Show
7 pm (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Four Queens Hotel and Casino.
www.mikehammershow.com

Murray - Celebrity Magician
With Guest Act: Douglas "Lefty" Leferovich.
Show changes to 10:30 pm some time in February
4 pm (Dark Tues. and Fri.) - Sin City Theatre, Planet Hollywood.
www.planethollywoodresort.com/shows/murray-celebrity-magician.html
Free Children's Ticket & 2 Popcorns: www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/murray-celebrity-magician/

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
$12.50 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/nathan-burton-comedy-magic/

Paranormal - Frederic Da Silva
4 pm, (Dark Tues. & Thurs.) - Windows Showroom, Bally's.
www.caesars.com/ballys-las-vegas/shows/paranormal#.VTaCb2dFA-w
2-for-1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/paranormal/

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

The New Illusions - Jan Rouven
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

X Comedy - Uncensored Fun - Piff the Magic Dragon
8:00 pm, (Dark Mon. - Wed.) - Bugsy's Cabaret, Flamingo
www.caesars.com/flamingo-las-vegas/shows/x-comedy
MAGIC and MORE
Bram Charles
2 sets between 10 pm - 2 am (Dark Mon. - Thurs.)
The Can Can Room on Industrial.

Crazy Girls
Tony Douglas - 9:00 pm (Dark Tues.) - Crazy Girls Theater - Planet Hollywood.
www.caesars.com/planet-hollywood/shows/sin-city-comedy#.VVqiY2dFB6k

Dixie Dooley
2 & 4 pm every Sunday - Center Stage at the Boulevard Mall.

Fantasy - Seth Grabel
(Seth performs Tuesdays only) 10:30 pm. - Luxor.
www.luxor.com/en/entertainment/fantasy

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 guest: Luna Shimada
8 pm, (Dark Sun.- Fri,) - Sapphire Gentleman's Club, 3025 Industrial Rd.
www.sapphirelasvegas.com/las_vegas_vip_services/sapphire_comedy_hour

The Mystifier,
Dixie & Julie Dooley
8:00 pm (Dark Sun. - Wed.) - Theatre of Magic, Royal Resort

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
Excalibur - Dick's Last Resort Craig Keith performs bar magic, various times.
Fremont Street: Chris Randall.
Hard Rock - 2nd Floor Bar Café: Smoothini - Wed. to Sun. 8 pm-10:30.
Mandalay Bay Magical Mix - Christopher Karpiak 7-10 pm (Dark Sun.. - Mon.) - Skyfall Lounge, Delano Hotel.
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.

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. 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 Lectures open to the Magic Community listed below.

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

Upcoming Special Events
February, 2016
Feb. 20: 8 p.m. Comedy Rocks Special Guest Headliner Justin Willman. Tickets go on sale Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. - Rocks Lounge, Red Rock Resort

March, 2016
Mar. 16-18: Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Mar. 17: 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. 20-22: Magic for Speakers & Presenters presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Tobias Beckwith and Dr. Larry Hass.
www.magicalwisdom.com

April, 2016
Apr. 7: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Alex Pandrea. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Current Ring 257 members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

Apr. 21: 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

May, 2016
May. 1-2: Spring Training - Focus on the Classics of Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May. 3-4: Spring Training - Focus on the Grand Illusions presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May. 5-6: Spring Training - Focus on Card Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May. 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

May 19: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Diamond Jim. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Current Ring 257 members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

June, 2016
Jun 2: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Carl Andrews. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Current Ring 257 members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

June 8-9: Focus On: Platform and Parlor Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

June 10-12: 3 Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

June. 14-16: Magic & Medicine presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass with special guest Ricardo Rosencranz.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Jun. 16: 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

July, 2016
Jul. 21: 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

August, 2016
Aug. 12-13: Focus On: Platform and Parlor Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Aug. 14-17: The 25th Anniversary of Magic Magazine celebration at MAGIC Live! - The Orleans
Registration is now open.
www.magicmagazine.com/live/register/

Aug. 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

Aug. 19-25: 7 Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass, PhD, Tobias Beckwith and Bryce Kuhlman.
www.magicalwisdom.com

August 29-30: Hypnotic Wizardry presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Dr. Richard Nongard and Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

September, 2016
Sept. 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

October, 2016
Oct. 6: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Garrett Thomas. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Current Ring 257 members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

Oct. 19-22: Magic and Meaning 2016 presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Eugene Burger, Jeff McBride, Tobias Beckwith, Bryce Kuhlman, Robert E. Neale, Larry Hass, Ph.D., Abigail Spinner McBride, Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz, Kenton Knepper.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Oct. 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

Oct. 23: Bob Fitch - "Afterglow" Lecture presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Hosted by: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Oct. 24-25: The Bob Fitch Workshop at The Magic & Mystery School presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Bob Fitch, Edwin Bordo and Guest Speakers.
www.magicalwisdom.com

November, 2016
Nov 3: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Kosmo. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Current Ring 257 members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

Nov. 9-12: Master Class for Mentalism presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Ross Johnson.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 17: 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, 2016
Dec. 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

April, 2017
Apr. 28-30: Focus on Street Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride and Mario Morris.
www.magicalwisdom.com

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9. Ye Olde Magic Magazine
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Message by Marco Pusterla

The new issue of Ye Olde Magic Mag, the first digital magazine on the history of magic and on collecting magic memorabilia, is now out at http://yeoldemagicmag.com/downloads/vol-2-issue-2 ! Only a very few printed copies are still available! In this issue (Vol. 2, #2) there are articles on: - a Byzantine "Book of Secrets" from the 11th century, unknown until now;

- a research by Wayne Roberts on the history of the "Matrix" trick, finding its origin and the magicians involved in it before Al Schneider; - Yank Hoe, a forgotten magician, caused scandal at the end of the 19th century, but left an amazing magic legacy;

- James Smith, our resident bibliophile, discusses rare and antiquarian magic books sold in 2015;

- "Auction Action", or the most unusual magic items sold at auction in the last quarter (Houdini, rare German posters, a drawer box, and much, more more)

- "Chewing the (Magic) fat" discusses ways to save money in magic, a bibliography of Italian magic books, reviews of recent magic history books, and reports on one of the most appalling magic tricks ever!

The magazine, edited by Marco Pusterla M.M.C., is available here: http://yeoldemagicmag.com/downloads/vol-2-issue-2 for all the lovers of magic history.

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10. The Pacific Coast Association of Magicians (PCAM) 2016
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Message by Raul Fernandez
President PCAM 2016

The Pacific Coast Association of Magicians (PCAM) 2016 returns to Southern California (PCAM) from August 4 through August 7, 2016. PCAM 2016 will be held at the Grand Vista Hotel in Simi Valley, California (http://grandvistasimi.com/). The hotel is located walking distance from the Simi Town Center on First and Enchanted Way. The hotel rate for your stay during the convention will be $102 plus tax with free internet and onsite parking. Call (800) 455 - SIMI and use the reservation code "PCAM 1891" for the PCAM hotel rate by July 15, 2016.

Registration for the four day conference is $185 which includes access to the opening reception, lectures, three magic shows including the Circus Burlesque Show for attendees over the age of 18 as well as the Tony Eng People's Choice Luncheon and Show on Sunday, August 7, 2016.

In addition to the magical performances, PCAM boast the longest consecutive contest where past winners have used their PCAM gold medals as stepping stones into the entertainment world of international magic productions as national showcases in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New York. PCAM maintains its 12 category magic a competition which prepares contestants to participate in national and international contest for such magical organizations as the International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM), Society of American Magicians (SAM) and Fédération Internatoinale des Sociétés Magiques (FISM). PCAM competition is a milestone for your magic career whether it's from children's entertainment, close up, comedy, parlor or stage magic.

Past participants have gone on to successful magic careers appearing and competing in National and International competitions, television programs and show rooms around the world. These winners include 1984, 1991, 2000 PCAM Grand Prix winner Shawn Farquhar (Two Time FISM Champion/Penn & Teller) 2006 Trevor and Lorena Watters (2015 IBM Stage Champions) 2012 PCAM Grand Prix Winner Michael Dardant (FISM 2015) 2013 David and Leeman (America's Got Talent)

Register early for the price of $185 for an adult (+19) because the price goes up on June 1st, 2016 to $250 and on-site registration will be $285. Parent/Child registration will be $250 throughout the registration process. Cost for spouse, family member or sibling is available is $95.

Confirmed performers as of February, 2016 are Shawn Farquhar, Paul Draper, Lincoln Kamm, Harry Allen, Mike Norden, Shawn McMaster, Brian Cook, Buster Balloon and Steve Owen.

Registration will be limited to 150 participants to ensure your active participant with the PCAM performers, lecturers and friends register early by May 31, 2016.

Visit the PCAM 2016 website at pcam2016.com for further information and PayPal registration.

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11. Magic Castle Swap Meet
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Message by Gary Frank (US)

Mark Your Calendars

Magic Castle Swap Meet is set for April 16, 2016
The address:
Magic Castle
7001 Franklin Avenue
Hollywood, CA 90028

This is like a one day mini-convention. You will find everything from books, magic effects, illusions, costumes, posters, and more. There will be several well-known dealers selling their numerous products as well as others who have tables covered and are looking to clear out their cupboards, closets, and garages of their slightly new and used magical wonders.

It's a great chance to find that one perfect treasure for your act. The doors open for all AMA Members from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. At 9:00 a.m. all guests of AMA members gain entrance as well as all magic club card members and their guests. Magic Club members must show their membership card to gain entrance with their guests. All non AMA Members (AMA Member guests, all magic club card members, their guests) pay an $8.00 charge per person. The event hours are 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Want to be a vendor? Email me please.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Gary Frank, Magic Castle Swap Meet Coordinator
swapmeetapplication@magiccastle.com

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12. VANISH - International Magic Magazine News
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Message by Paul Romhany

Just to let everybody know that we have now opened an official daily news site on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/groups/vanishmagicworldnews

To get up to the minute news as it happens join this private group and you'll have access to the very latest news and views from magicians around the world.

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13. Original Magic Posters for Sale
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Message by Ken Trombly

Ken Trombly informs that he has added more posters for sale at www.magicposters.com. That website offers more original magic posters than any other site on the net. Selling only original posters and magic ephemera, the site has everything from vintage stock magic posters, Carter window cards and original Houdini escape challenges, to Chung Ling Soo posters!

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14. Browser's Den of Magic 2nd Annual "Bash" - Toronto
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Message by John Richards (Canada)
April 2nd, 2016

If you live within a couple thousand miles of Toronto, Canada and love magic then you deserve to treat yourself to the Browser's Den of Magic second annual "Bash" - a 12 hour extravaganza of magic and fun.

You can find the most recently updated details here:
http://www.browsersden.com/bash

I have no direct connection to the event nor to the sponsoring b & m although I did attend their first "Bash" last year and am a regular customer. So I guess I can speak both independently and from first hand experience.

I will posit that this year's "Bash", only the second in recorded history, will be even more awesome than last year. And you should know that last year met and exceeded all my expectations.

I had way more fun than I ever thought possible. No kidding. I had actually expected to want to sneak out after a few hours... the reality was I didn't want it to end even after 12 hours. And I know I wasn't the only one who felt that way.

It was like one big family party.

Again this year there will be a ton of magicians, of magic and magical moments with lunch and dinner thrown in - and lots of opportunity to simply hang out and schmooze.

The price is incredibly reasonable for what you get; even more so with the Canadian dollar lower than ever! I would be truly amazed if they even break even (but I truly hope that they do!)

The b & m behind ithe event is The Browser's Den of Magic, IMHO one of the finest in the world - and itself worth a visit to Toronto anytime.

So if you can go, all I can say is - go. Seriously. You won't regret it.

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15. Oceanside Magic International
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Message by Angelique Steelgrave
OMI Co-Producer/Registrar

Oceanside Magic International
Cape Cod's Magic Convention
www.OceansideMagic.com
www.facebook.com/oceansidemagic
207-590-7989

Just a reminder that the 3rd annual Oceanside Magic International convention is coming up shortly, and features some of the best talent worldwide!

Have you heard of it? Word is spreading~~OMI is literally "oceanside", at the beautiful Red Jacket Beach Resort in South Yarmouth, MA--April 14-17. This year's line-up is again incredible:

Chipper Lowell
Keith Fields
George Schindler
Joe Givan and Carol Massie
Joe M. Turner
Norman Ng
Malik
with additional lectures by Harry Allen, and David Ginn

This year's OMI honoree and special guest is Harry Lorayne!

You don't want to miss this event. Plus, there are several S.A.M. Past National Presidents and other notable "celebrities" signed up to attend...including S.A.M. president, David Bowers! Hope you'll consider attending too.

If you can't attend, would you be willing to help us get the word out? Let me know, and I'll e-mail you something that can be added to your Assembly newsletters or Facebook page.

Thank you, friends; hope to see you on Cape Cod!

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