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Issue Number: #1291
Date: Sunday 29th May 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. Britain's Got Talent Richard Jones Exposed
3. Hospital Entertaining Tips for Children's Magicians
4. Lance Burton Teen Seminar
5. Haversat & Ewing Magic Auction
6. Art of Listening - #401 - Kyle Peron
7. 2016 June AMA Show Schedule
8. Las Vegas Magic - June 2016
9. Richard Wiseman Published Work On (Mis) Direction
10. 2016 SAM Convention Showcases 13 Lecturers
11. Texas Association of Magicians
12. KIDabra Conference - The 25th Anniversary
13. The Patrick Page Audio Archive
14. The Midwest Magic Jubilee
15. Masters of Illusion
16. Thank You To The Magicians That Have Helped Me
17. FISM 2018 Open For Registration
18. e-zine Archives
19. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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

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2. Britain's Got Talent Richard Jones Exposed
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Article forwarded on by Peter Craig (UK)

Mirror

Britain's Got Talent Richard Jones exposed after 'stealing' semi-final trick from American magician.

The magician's autobiography trick looks to have been taken directly from American magician Collins Key's act

Britain's Got Talent magician Richard Jones has been accused of stealing another trick.
The magician - who is still favourite to win the ITV competition on Saturday's grand finale - has faced questions of ripping off a contestant on America's Got Talent's act with the autobiography trick that earned him a place in the final.

US magician Collins Key appeared on the American version of the show in 2013 when he performed the trick with Howie Mandel's autobiography.

But BGT bosses have hit back at the suggestion Cowell, who created both shows and is currently a judge on both, knew anything of the tricks.

A spokesman for the show told The Sun: "Simon Cowell was not a judge on AGT when the trick was originally performed.

"The first time he has ever seen it was this week."

The judges were left stunned as Jones performed a trick using Holden's autobiography.
He asked Dixon to choose a page and a word, and then made that exact page appear as a message in a bottle which had been guarded by Cowell.

Walliams said: "Well it was absolutely astonishing. We had absolutely no idea how you did that. A brilliantly original trick."

Holden was also wowed, telling him: "I really really want to see you in the final. You fought for this country. The whole nation is behind you... it's not a trick, it's magic."

Cowell added: "You, sir, are a wizard. That has to be magic."

However, this is not the first time Jones has been accused of copying tricks from another magician.

Paul's widow Debbie McGee hit out at Jones after he performed two tricks that her husband had done years before.

The tricks in question included one where he turned orange juice into tea and another where some cards are cut up and a celebrity chosen.

Debbie said at the time: "Paul has done both of those tricks in the past. Stealing people's tricks is frowned upon in The Magic Circle.

"He didn't steal the whole presentation but people do get cross when you present something in the exact same way."

Balance of article go to:
http://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/britains-talent-richard-jones-exposed-8052804

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3. Hospital Entertaining Tips for Children's Magicians
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Message by Laurice Chavez

http://kidsentertainerhub.com/hospital-entertaining/

If you've ever entertained children at hospitals, you know how fulfilling-and challenging-it can be. Not only do hospitals impose certain restrictions; entertaining children who are sick or recuperating also requires a different approach.

Learn the best way to work in a hospital setting and bring joy to young patients right here: http://kidsentertainerhub.com/hospital-entertaining/

History of Magic: Charles Dickens

http://magictricksforkids.org/history-of-magic-charles-dickens/

The great English novelist Charles Dickens had more than just novels up his sleeves; he also had some seriously good magic tricks. Not many people know that the Victorian-era writer became so fascinated with magic that he actually became a conjuror for some part in his life. Learn all about Dickens's foray into magic right here: http://magictricksforkids.org/history-of-magic-charles-dickens/

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4. Lance Burton Teen Seminar
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Message by Becki Wells (US)

What do Shin Lim, Alex Ramon, Bill Cook, Krystyn Lambert, Neil Croswell, The Reed Sisters, Andrew Basso and Landon Swank have in common? They are today's young stars, sharing their magic on stage, on tour and on TV. They ALL have been part of Lance Burton's Teen Seminar. At the Lance Burton Teen Seminar, young magicians received guidance, training and mentoring from top professionals in the industry. Learning not only magic but the business side of magic, theory, performance arts and creativity.

Join us at the 13th Lance Burton Teen Seminar at the I.B.M. Convention in San Antonio, TX. Master Magicians Jeff McBride and Eugene Burger, from the McBride Magic and Mystery School, will once again facilitate this one of a kind event. Jeff and Eugene will be joined by special guest - Michael Ammar.

If you are between the ages of 13-19 and registered to attend the I.B.M. Convention in San Antonio, you can attend the Lance Burton Teen Seminar absolutely free. Dates for the Seminar are June 30 - July 2, 2016. To register go to https://www.magician.org/convention/2016 Today! Questions? Contact Becki Wells. See you in San Antonio!.
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5. Haversat & Ewing Magic Auction
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June 3-4, 2016

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June 3-4, 2016

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www.haversatewing.com

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6. Art of Listening - #401 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

This is a topic I thought I would write about this week as it is something I have learned and trained myself to do but never realized the sheer power of it in not only the way I conduct and handle my magic, but in all realms of how I live my life. I thought it would make for an interesting discussion so if you would allow me to, I would like to dive into it a bit closer.

Learn to listen? Sounds silly doesn't it? But do we really listen? Do we honestly listen to people, prospects or clients as much as we should be? If you are honest with yourself, the answer is probably "no we really don't". None of us listen as much as we should. We have gotten so much into the habit of art of doing and acting that we have failed to learn or relearn the art of listening.

We have forgotten the art of listening but we should strive to relearn it and apply it every day. Why? Because listening is a magnetic and strange thing that can work as a creative force. When you learn to listen, you become more aware. This awareness allows you to see things you may have overlooked so many times before.
Listening is an art that when done well delivers tremendous benefits for not only your magic but for the relationships you try and build with everyone you deal with every day. The goal of listening well is to achieve effective communication.

Effective communication not only fosters understanding, affirmation, validation and appreciation, but it also creates an atmosphere of trust, honor and respect. When someone truly listens to you, don't you feel special? The obvious answer is yes. When you are listened to, you feel respected and by listening you are showing that respect back.

So how does this apply to your magic? Well, too many magicians sell all the time. Now be honest here. How many of you can say that the minute the phone rings and it is a potential client...you immediately go into the selling mode and never even stop to breathe. I am hoping a lot of you can admit to yourself that this happens and happens way too often. That is fine, as that is just the way we have trained ourselves to be in this age of information.

I am not saying you should not sell your show, certainly you must be part salesman or woman. But, we must learn to stop for a second and refrain ourselves from overselling. We must not just constantly sell to a point that the person feels you are not even listening to them. Remembering to listen shows respect and to gain respect you must show it first.

If we are to really be a solutions provider or if we are to really provide a service to our prospects or clients, then how can we do this if we do not take the time out to know what it is they really need?

How do you do this? Simple.. We listen to them. Easy concept huh? But it is easier said than done. How many times do you really feel like listening to a client? It is hard because you are not used to doing it. In most cases they are lucky if they get 2 sentences in before the call is over.

You must train yourself to listen to them. Train yourself to slow down and hear them out. If you are to solve your magic client's needs, then you must learn what those needs are. Listen to them.

How can you get them to start talking? Simple. We use the power of ASKING THEM. People simply forget to ask these days, but it is that simple. The art of asking is a powerful thing and when combined with listening can change your entire outlook and can change the way your clients perceive you.

For example you could possibly say something like, "Wow your event sounds fascinating to me, and can you tell me more about it? It seems like you must have a lot to do to make this year's event even better than before."

This is a simple phrase but it is not me selling to them at all. It is me being kind to them, showing I care about them and it is me building a relationship with them. It also is a key to get them talking about their event. IT WORKS!!! They will start talking if you show them the respect and listen to what they are saying...

In most cases, they are so relieved to hear someone who actually cares about all they are going through, that they will unload it with you. LET THIS HAPPEN!!

This is your time to listen to them. They will share precious information with you without them even realizing they are doing it. This is when I lock in on the problems they have and for me to think of ways I can solve the problems I am hearing them talk about.

Now if I can come back to them with a solution to one of their needs, then I soon have value. This value makes me NOT a product but it makes me a person they will come back to time and again because I can help solve their needs.

It may also be the very first time any entertainer has even asked them about what they do or asked them to talk about what they are trying to achieve. I find that the more I listen and train myself to listen, the more respect I gain from these people. I try and build relationships with everyone I know. I do this because for me it is always more than me just performing my magic show. I want to really make sure I deliver exactly the solution that best fits them. Each client is different and they all have different needs and wants. The more I train myself to listen, the more value I have in their eyes.

Try it. Try to simply listen next time someone talks to you or a prospect calls you on the phone. Get your prospect to talk to you and open up and it will make a huge difference on your bookings and especially on repeat bookings in the future.

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.

Magicians please visit:
Www.kpmagicproducts.com

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7. 2016 June AMA Show Schedule
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Message by Jack Goldfinger
Director Of Entertainment
Academy of Magical Arts, Inc.

May 30-June 5th 2016

Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Misty Mew
Early: Pipo Villanueva
Late: Alberto de Figueiredo

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early:Carl Christman
Late: Dave Cox

Palace of Mystery
The "NO SHOW" - starring
Dana Daniels
Hal Ratliff

Peller Theatre
David and Leeman

W. C. Fields Bar
Masahiro Yanagida

Friday Luncheon - CUG
Pipo Villanueva

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Dave Cox

Lecturer - Sunday 5th, 2016
Pipo Villanueva & Alberto de Figueiredo

June 6-12th 2016

Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Steven Himmel
Early: Tom Ogden
Late: Rmax
Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Lisa Cousins
Late: Joe M. Turner

Palace of Mystery
Gregory Wilson
Asami
Alexander Great

Peller Theatre
Kerry Ross
Chuck Jones

W. C. Fields Bar
Danny Archer

Friday Luncheon - CUG
Tom Ogden

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Lisa Cousins

Lecturer - Sunday 12th, 2016
Joe M. Turner

June 13-19th 2016

Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Brian Markenson
Early: Jared Kopf
Late: Joe Skilton

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Hiawatha
Late: Harrison Greenbaum

Palace of Mystery
David Deeble
Hillel
Luna

Peller Theatre
Handsome Jack
Rob Zabrecky

W. C. Fields Bar
Phil Van Tee

Friday Luncheon - CUG
Jared Kopf

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Steve Hamilton

Lecturer - Sunday 19th
No Lecture - Father's Day

June 20-26th 2016

Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Tricky Devil
Early: Jeff McBride
Late: Peter Samelson

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: J. Neal
Late: Tim Shegitz

Palace of Mystery
David Kovac
The Evasons
Anson Lee

Peller Theatre
Robert Ramirez
Naathan Phan

W. C. Fields Bar
Karl Hein

Friday Lunch
Jeff McBride

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Arty Loon

Lecturer - Sunday 26th
Tim Shegitz

June 27- July 3rd 2016

Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Steve Silverman
Early: Ralf Gagel
Late: Toto

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Harry Maurer
Late: Derek Hughes

Palace of Mystery
Justin Willman
Brett Loudermilk
Dan Sperry

Peller Theatre
Jon Armstrong
Rob Gould

W. C. Fields Bar
Jamy Ian Swiss

Friday Luncheon - CUG
Ralf Gagel

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Wacko

Lecturer - Sunday 3rd, 2016
Jamy Ian Swiss

Performers are subject to change due to circumstances and availability

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

Criss Angel - Mindfreak Live!
7 pm & 9:30 pm (Dark Mon. - Tues.) - Luxor.
www.cirquedusoleil.com/criss-angel-mindfreak#BwSsTgzRH21YxQov.97

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

Magia® - David Gatti
7 pm, Saturdays - Penthouse, Trump International Hotel.
Adults only, limited to 40 attendees.
www.magia.vegas

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.
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.) - 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

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
Note: Xavier will be getting his own 7 pm show 'Xavier Mortimer's Magical Dream' at the Sin City Theatre - Planet Hollywood. Details TBA.

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 Happy Happy Hour Comedy Show - Mondre
6:00 pm. (Dark Thur.) - LA Comedy Club, Stratosphere
www.thelacomedyclub.com/catalog/i23.html
Locals: $10 tickets

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.

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.

The Las Vegas Magic Luncheon is every Friday at Noon. Magicians and Variety Artists meet for lunch and laughs. All visiting magicians to Las Vegas are welcome to drop in. Great food, great atmosphere. - Nora's Cuisine, 6020 W. Flamingo at Jones (behind the Arby's).

Upcoming Special Events
May, 2016
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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
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
June 2: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Alan Nu. 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

June 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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegasWonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

June 27: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 will hold it's 2nd Magicians Night Out in Las Vegas which will be held on at the Blue Ox Tavern, 5825 W. Sahara, Las Vegas, NV. Cocktails at 5 dinner at 6. Entertainment will be provided. Everyone pays for own food and drink. No admission charge. Spouses, significant others, friends invited. For information, contact John McClenahan, doctormagiclv@embarqmail.com.

July, 2016
July 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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegasWonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

August, 2016
Aug. 1: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Eric Anderson. 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

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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
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

November 16: Fall Training - Focus on Mentalism, Presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors Jeff McBride & Eugene Burger

November 17: Fall Training - Focus on Storytelling, Presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors Jeff McBride & Eugene Burger

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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegasWonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

November 18: Fall Training - Focus on Seance & Bizarre Magic, Presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors Jeff McBride & Eugene Burger

November 19: Fall Training - Focus on Grand Illusion, Presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors Jeff McBride & Eugene Burger

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. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
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. Richard Wiseman Published Work On (Mis) Direction
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Message by Paul Stevens

1) Blink and you'll miss it: Richard Wiseman has published a rather deep and meaningful piece of work on (mis)direction - see https://peerj.com/articles/1873/

2) A Lego set called "The Illusionist" https://ideas.lego.com/projects/141550 has been designed by a chap called 'bobbrick', as the name suggests it is a set based around magic. The creator has submitted the set to Lego ideas where if it reaches 10,000 supporters then Lego may consider making it an actual set, it costs nothing to support and only takes two minutes
to register your support.

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10. 2016 SAM Convention Showcases 13 Lecturers
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Message by Mark Weidhaas (US)

The 2016 SAM convention will feature 7 full lectures on many different aspects of magic. But, another 13 lectures will be previewed at the SAM Lecture Showcase. The Showcase offers the opportunity to meet and evaluate a variety of magic club lecturers. The SAM will showcase 13 lecturers over two days. Each will have up to 15 minutes to sell you to hire them.

They will present their best material in a condensed presentation. SAM Assembly Booking Chairs will have reserved front row seats and an opportunity to hire these lecturers at the end of the showcase. Presented in our smaller Martinka's Back Room, space will be limited, so arrive early.

Lecturers presenting at the showcase include: Kevin Heller, Jamahl Keyes, Jeff Sikora, Dan Garrett, Caleb Wiles, Christian Shenk, Kozmo, Sean Scott, Bob Little, Bobby Maverick, Lion Fludd, Nick Lakin, and Martin Cox. Read about specific lecture info at http://www.magicsam.com/page/expect

Get Ready - Get Set - Go!!! www.magicsam.com - July 13-16, 2016

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11. Texas Association of Magicians
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Message by Judy Hollingsworth President, TAOM 2016

Hurry! Hurry! Hurry! Step right up folks; right this way to "The Best Little Magic Convention in Texas"! Read all about it! This newsletter has tons of information about the line-up for TAOM 2016 in Corpus Christi. We are so excited to bring you some top talent, new faces, and exciting adventures.

If you haven't registered, Do It Now! Seats are assigned as registrations are received, so the sooner you sign up, the better your theater seat will be. And remember - we have a limited number of seats. Go to www.taom.org/2016 to register NOW.

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12. KIDabra Conference - The 25th Anniversary
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Message by Mark and Tami Daniel

KIDabra Conference: The 25th Anniversary August 9-12, 2016 The Music Road Resort in The Family Resort Town of Pigeon Forge, TN

The KIDshow World is preparing to gather from across the globe to celebrate the Stunning 25th Anniversary of KIDabra Conference! It's a who's who attending and presenting, and you are invited to be a part!

See the Live Shows of Christopher T. Magician and Autumn Morningstar, with invited kid audiences! Learn routines from the World Premiere of Keith Field's second book on KIDshow Magic! David Kaye tells the fascinating Story of Children's Magic! Max Howard shares for the first and only time his Emmy Award Winning Children's TV Show Max B. Nimble!

Plus the 22nd Annual KIDshow Magic Auction, with the incomparable Gary Shelton, and An Amazing New Optional Workshop Day called ShowSkills, along with the Largest KIDabra Dealer's Room ever! And so much more!

Featuring:
Sean Taylor, Australia
Keith Fields, Michigan by way of England David Kaye, NY Carisa Hendrix,
Calgary, Canada Terry Evanswood, TN
Jozo Bozo, Croatia
Autumn Morningstar, CO
Ken Scott, Atlanta
Max Howard, GA
Barry Mitchell, TN
Jim Kleefeld, OH
Jim Austin, IL
Nathan J. Roberts
Tim Harkeleroad, TN
Gene Cordova, TN
Chris Weed, AZ
Gary Shelton, NC
Tate Elliott, NC
Bruce Amato, TN
John Bobik, PA
Skip Way, NC
Dave Hill, NC
Tim Gaines, LA
Mark and Tami Daniel, NC and still more to come!

We can't wait to see you for KIDabra 25: The Homecoming!

To Register and for full info www.kidabra.org and check out the very active Facebook Group KIDabra International Members and Friends

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13. The Patrick Page Audio Archive
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Message by Gordon Drayson (UK)

We say The Patrick Page Audio Archive is the best value new product available in the magic market today. Over 40 hours of prime audio content, including numerous embedded video clips of the greats in performance, it's a banquet feast of an audio visual experience for the special introductory price of £50, which comes in at less than the price of a single cup of coffee per hour, amazing value indeed! Plus, within the next few months a further 5 hours will be added at no additional cost to purchasers.

Once purchased and downloaded, you can put it into any format of choice (for your own listening), CD, your phone, mp3, memory stick, etc, meaning for example you can play it while driving, or even whilst out shopping, or from the comfort of your armchair, we've made it so simple. We have diligently digitised every recording, an enormously time consuming undertaking in fact, but the end result has made it all worthwhile and is something we are very proud of, and it is for all age groups of magicians, no one young or old, can fail to gain greater knowledge and therefore greater understanding of our art by listening to the legendary great magicians in the Archive.

Cardmanship, Stagecraft, Presentation, Publicity, Creating an Act, and more, it's all in here, Ever wonder how many shows you would need to carry to be able to successfully undertake Cruise Ship employment, the answer is within, from no less than the legendary card man Charlie Miller who did numerous cruises at one period in his life, yet he also reveals the story of his involvement with Fred Braue and his contribution to Expert Card Technique one of the top three books on cards ever published.

We could go on and on pointing out similar wonderful contributions, but suggest you read on for yourself or take a look at the Archive: http://www.patpagearchive.com or even better, do both. Here is an excerpt from the Introduction which gives a flavour of the Archive proper.

'Welcome to one of the most fascinating, unusual and compelling audio archives extant. It's rich with information, entertainment and curiosities. Its prime value is as a historical live memoir of great magicians past and present, some obviously better known than others but all are significant in their own way.

In this instant fix digital age when even neophytes seem to be putting out DVD's, Downloads and Streams at a rate unimaginable in years gone by, the Patrick Page Audio Archive offers a return to days of mystery and men of substance, men who came into magic when secrets really were secrets, zealously guarded by creators and performers, magicians who had paid their dues and didn't' see it as something disposable but as something eminently more substantial.

In many cases they were the early entrants, pioneers even, who appreciated invention and performance in equal measure, and they became the taste makers that informed all the generations that followed and their legacy lives on to this very day.

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14. The Midwest Magic Jubilee
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Message by

The Midwest Magic Jubilee has added more talent to the lineup! See who's coming now at http://MMJubilee.com

Come stay at this 5-Star Hotel for only $89 a night and see the Magic in St. Louis, MO!

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15. Masters of Illusion
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Message by Steve Moyer

35 of the World's Greatest Magicians to Appear in Television Series

Hollywood, CA (May 25, 2016) - Masters Of Illusion produced by Associated Television International and hosted by Dean Cain will continue its third season on The CW with two 30-minute episodes airing back to back on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. Pacific/Eastern/7:00 p.m. Central. The fast-paced series of 30-minute episodes will feature 35 of the world's greatest magicians, including many new performers, lots of audience participation and interactive magic involving modern technology including iPhones and iPads.

Masters of Illusion will feature amazing magic performed by cutting-edge Grand Illusionists, Escape Artists, Quick Change Artists, Mentalists, Sleight of Hand Artists and Comedy Magicians. Live audience members and television viewers at home will be amazed! This week's encore performances include:

"Masters Of Illusion" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)
"Spinning The Classics" (TV-PG) (HDTV)
Distorting The Senses - Hosted by Dean Cain, Masters of Illusion features amazing magic performed by cutting-edge illusionists, escape artists and performers displaying skills ranging from perplexing interactive mind magic to hilarious comedy routines - all in front of a studio audience. Magicians featured in this episode include Greg Frewin, Barry & Stuart, Sos & Victoria, Murray SawChuck, Michael Turco and Rick Thomas (#201).

"Masters Of Illusion" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)
"Jet Engines, Magic Ducks and Missing Torsos" (TV-PG) (HDTV)
Challenging Perception - Hosted by Dean Cain, Masters of Illusion features amazing magic performed by cutting-edge illusionists, escape artists and performers displaying skills ranging from perplexing interactive mind magic to hilarious comedy routines - all in front of a studio audience. Magicians featured in this episode include Tommy Wind, Aaron Radatz, Ed Alonzo, Danny Cole, Naathan Phan, Arthur Trace, Greg Gleason and Les Arnold & Dazzle (#202).

The roster of award-winning magicians from around the world appearing in the Masters of Illusion is a virtual who's who in the field of magic.
- Aaron Radatz (Branson, MO)
- Adam Wylie (Los Angeles, CA)
- Barry & Stuart (Barry Jones and Stuart MacLeod from Scotland)
- Bill Cook (Chicago, IL)
- Chipper Lowell (Fullerton, CA)
- Chris Korn (Venice, CA)
- Chris Randall (Las Vegas, NV)
- Christopher Hart (Burbank, CA)
- David and Dania (Chicago, IL)
- David & Leeman (David Blatter and Leeman Parker from Hollywood, CA)
- Eric Buss (Los Angeles, CA)
- Erix Logan (Milan, Italy)
- Farrell Dillon (Boise, ID)
- Greg Frewin (Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada)
- Greg Gleason (Las Vegas, NV)
- Greg Shocker (Las Vegas, NV)
- Jarrett & Raja (Jarrett Parker and Raja Rahman from Las Vegas, NV)
- Jason Bird (Las Vegas, NV)
- Jason Bishop (Blandon, PA)
- Jen Kramer (Las Vegas, NV)
- Johnny Ace Palmer (Huntington Beach, CA)
- Jonathan Pendragon (Burbank, CA)
- Les Arnold & Dazzle (Les Arnold and Alex Arnold from Long Beach, CA)
- Mark Bennick (Las Vegas, NV)
- Matt Marcy (Culver City, CA)
- Michael Grandinetti (Studio City, CA)
- Murray SawChuck (Las Vegas, NV)
- Naathan Phan (Orange, CA)
- Nathan Burton (Las Vegas, NV)
- RJ Cantu (Hondo, TX)
- Sittah (Robin van der Drift from Dulven, Netherlands)
- Titou (Baptiste Molard, Culver City, CA)
- Tom Burgoon (Kansas City, MO)
- Tommy Wind (Las Vegas, NV)
- Trigg Watson (Dallas, TX)

Dean Cain, Host of Masters of Illusion, is an actor, producer and writer. Cain stars in the current television hit show, "Supergirl," in which he plays the role of Supergirl's father. His breakthrough performance as an actor was in the dual roles of Superman/Clark Kent in the television series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman" in 1993.

Masters of Illusion is produced by Associated Television International with returning Executive Producers David McKenzie ("The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards," "Marie"), Gay Blackstone ("The World Magic Awards" 2007-2009), David Martin ("The World Magic Awards" 2007-2009, "Marie"), and Al Schwartz ("The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards," "The Golden Globe Awards" 2013 and 2014, "The Gulf is Back"), along with Co-Executive Producers Justin Pierce ("The Rocky Saga: Going The Distance") and Jim Romanovich ("From Rocky To Creed," "The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards").

Associated Television International (ATI) is an Emmy Award-winning company that has been the world's largest producer of magic for both stage and screen for over three decades. ATI's television series, specials and feature films have aired on all U.S. broadcast networks, major cable channels and with television partners all over the world. Current series in production include: "The Hollywood Christmas Parade," "Masters of Illusion," "Robert Earl's Be My Guest," and the Emmy Award-nominated "Laura McKenzie's Traveler. ATI has also been Emmy Award-nominated for its various television specials and series. For more information, please visit www.associatedtelevision.com.

To view B-roll performance footage of Masters of Illusion, Season Three, please visit https://vimeo.com/user4830612/review/164131033/a372cd7b91
To learn more about Masters of Illusion, please visit http://www.cwtv.com/shows/masters-of-illusion/ Network with us at https://www.facebook.com/MastersofIllusion and https://twitter.com/Mastersofillus
@cw_illusion
#MastersOfIllusion

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16. Thank You to the Magicians That Have Helped Me
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Message by Evelyn Strugnell (NZ)

I would like to thank the Magicians that have helped me by offering me magic props after losing everything on the lower floor of my house with a flood.

A special thank you to Harry Allen from Daytona Magic, Wayne Rogers and Jon Zealando.

I will never forget your kindness and support.

Kind regards Evelyn Strugnell.

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17. FISM 2018 Open for Registration
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Message by Joan Caesar (Canada)

FISM in South Korea

The 2018 FISM website is now open to take reservations. It will be continually updated with information about the convention. Now is the time to book your reservation in order to take advantage of the lowest fee and to be given the best seat possible for the Gala Shows:
www.2018fismbusan.com

I look forward to seeing you there.

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18. E-zine Archives
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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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