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Issue Number: #1341
Date: Sunday 27th November 2016
Editor: Alan Watson QSM
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E-mail: editor@magicnewzealand.com
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Hi here is the latest news
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1.
Editor's Message
2. Fourth Season Of Penn & Teller: Fool Us
3. The Magic Word Podcast - Jason Latimer - Inspiring Mystery
4. Who Are You? - #425 - Kyle Peron
5. Las Vegas Magic - December 2016
6. 26th Annual KIDabra Conference 2017
7. New Zealand Magic Convention 2017 - Shin Lim
8. MINDvention 2017
9. 108th Salute to Magic Show
10. F.I.S.M. North American Championships Of Magic
11. The 'World Festival of Magic' New Zealand
12. FISM 2018 Open For Registration
13. e-zine Archives
14. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice
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2. Fourth Season Of Penn & Teller: Fool Us
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Message by Dal Sanders (US)
The
producers are looking for top-notch acts.
If you are interested email:
Johnny Thompson: tomsoniandco@aol.com or Michael Close:
fuclose@gmail.com and they will let you know who to contact.
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3. The Magic Word Podcast - Jason Latimer - Inspiring Mystery
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star
You
know Jason Latimer from his winning any one of multiple
awards including close-up, invention and the Grand Prix
at F.I.S.M. plus on the BBC beating out all the British
competition on season two of "The Magicians".
He was also one of the judges on the SyFy channel's show
"Wizard Wars". But today he is focused on inspiring
wonder through magic at science museums in southern California.
In this week's podcast, Jason talks extensively about how
"Impossible Science" is being incorporated into
science centers throughout southern California. He is also
involved with Comic-Con on another quite interesting project
that inspires even more people to be curious about science.
You
can watch a few videos of him performing and more about
his work with the science museums, read the blog, see some
photos, get some links, listen to the podcast online, and
download the MP3 file at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/332-jason-latimer
You should consider subscribing to The Magic Word so you
never miss another episode. It's free and easy.
We
celebrate Thanksgiving in the U.S. this week followed by
"Black Friday" which usually connotes the start
of holiday shopping. Many retailers offer special deals
in their stores and online encouraging sales with attractive
deals. This week's podcast is sponsored by Chris Stolz and
his new book, "Hiding in the Shadows - Black Art for
the Stage". He is offering a 15% discount as a Black
Friday sale. More information on how to get this special
deal is available through our website at this week's episode:
https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/332-jason-latimer
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4. Who Are You? - #425 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com
Who
are you? Not the first thing you want to hear upon arriving
at any gig. However, too often this becomes a common statement.
It results in an awkward moment between you and the person
you are meeting. It also wastes time as you try and explain
and get the details straight. Even then you often end up
having to tell the story to a few more people as they pass
you around to others.
I
call this the "hot potato" principle. No one wants
to take responsibility for having to talk and coordinate
with you, so they pass you off to someone else as quickly
as they can.
So
why does this happen? Well for starters, it can happen simply
because the person who booked you is not at the event yet.
It also occurs because of total miscommunication. No one
knows anything about you being there except the client you
coordinated with. Furthermore, the person who booked you
may not even be attending the event in the first place.
Whatever the reason may be, it is safe to say that as a
performer, you need to address issues like this before they
become bigger problems.
There
are several things I try and make a practice of doing so
that I can avoid unpleasant situations like this.
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The first thing you have to realize is never to assume that
the person you are dealing with to book the show is the
same person who will be your contact at the event. In most
cases, they will be. However, we can never assume this.
Always ask ahead of time who will be your contact at the
event. Will it be this person you are dealing with now,
or will there be another person?
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When I ask for the contact person, I always ask for a cell
phone number or phone number that I can use on the day of
the event. This is so that I have it in the event I need
to contact them. Having this information can be so valuable.
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I can also call the contact as I am approaching the venue.
This lets them know that I am arriving on time and also
gets them in the general area so they are ready upon my
arrival. In the event that the person is not around, I can
use this phone number to make contact with the person to
iron out any changes of plan and to keep things running
smoothly.
-
If the contact at the event is NOT going to be the same
person who booked you, I always will ask for the contact's
name, email address and phone number. This way I can make
contact with the person prior to the show. No one likes
to be barraged on the day of the event. By contacting them
ahead of time, I can introduce myself and go over any details
with them. This saves you both time and ensures things run
smoothly upon your arrival at the venue.
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Always get things in writing. This means to get the contact
information and all arrival details down on paper ahead
of time. It means having that contract and agreement signed
and approved by the client long before you actually do the
event itself.
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It also is a good idea to always make a confirmation call
or send a confirmation email to the client a week prior
to the event date. I always do this because I know details
for events do change and this is my opportunity to double
check all my facts with the client. I will list what we
had agreed upon and ask them to verify it and any changes
that may have come up. This is the time to double check
your contact.
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Always ask where your contact will be upon arrival at the
event. Many events have the client running around trying
to tackle numerous issues that come up. Trying to find them
is often not easy and you simply do not want to waste time
trying to locate them. So I will always ask them where I
should go to meet them upon arrival. I can also ask them
this if I make my phone call to them as I am arriving at
the venue. It saves a lot of time and makes things run smooth.
-
You can also make things easier on yourself by never assuming
the people who meet you know you are the entertainment.
You may even be dressed to a point where you think it is
quite obvious. However, you can never assume they know.
When greeting anyone at the event, I will always state my
name and that I am the magical entertainment for the event.
By doing so they immediately will at least know why you
are there and more chance to 1) assist you themselves or
2) hunt down the proper person who can.
A
lot of these items above are simple tips that can be utilized
to really help you to have an event run the way both parties
intend it to run. It also makes you perceived as a professional.
After all, it is this professional level that you want to
carry with you all throughout the client relationship.
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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5. Las Vegas Magic - December 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
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 Wed.) - Sin City Theatre, Planet Hollywood.
www.planethollywoodresort.com/shows/murray-celebrity-magician.html
2 for 1 General Admisson or VIP Tickets & 2 Popcorns:
www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/murray-celebrity-magician/
Half-Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=258&City=Las
Vegas&State=NV&Name=murray-celebrity-magician
Nathan Burton Comedy Magic Show
4 pm - Saxe Theater - Planet Hollywood.
Current Guest Star: Russ Merlin.
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 - Windows Showroom, Bally's.
www.caesars.com/ballys-las-vegas/shows/paranormal#.VTaCb2dFA-w
Half-Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=246&City=Las
Vegas&State=NV&Name=paranormal
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
Half Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=230&City=Las
Vegas&State=NV&Name=tommy-wind
X Comedy - Uncensored Fun - Piff the Magic Dragon
8:00 pm, (Dark Thur. - Sun.) - Bugsy's Cabaret, Flamingo
www.caesars.com/flamingo-las-vegas/shows/x-comedy
Xavier Mortimer's Magical Dream
7:00 pm, (Dark Wed.) - Sin City Theatre, Planet Hollywood.
Half Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=270&City=
Las%20Vegas&State=NV&Name=xavier-mortimers-magical-dream
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 Wed.) - Crazy Girls Theater
- Planet Hollywood.
www.caesars.com/planet-hollywood/shows/Crazy-Girls#.V7X7GXn6t6k
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
Sapphire Las Vegas Comedy Hour
Comedians, Burlesque, Magicians, Variety Acts - Mondre
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.
Hard Rock - 2nd Floor Bar Café: Smoothini - Wed.
to Sun. 8 pm-10:30.
Las Vegas Strip Street Magic: Grndl, Jungle Josh, James
Kelsey.
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.
The Fremont Street Experience: Adam Flowers, Chris Randall,
Will Bradshaw.
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 Top Hat and Wand Magic Shoppe, 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
Darwin's
Magic Club 8 pm - Midnight. Each Wed. at Tommy Rockers at
Dean Martin & Flamingo.
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
November, 2016
Nov. 21-27: 8:30 & 10:30. Headliner Michael Finney -
Laugh Factory, Tropicana.
Nov. 30: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by
Alan Sands. 7 pm. Top Hat and Wand Magic Shoppe, 5115 Dean
Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Current
Ring 257 members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.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. Local ID: $10 cover,
all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com
January, 2017
Jan. 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
February, 2017
Feb. 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
March, 2017
Mar. 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
Mar. 15-16: Focus on Presentation, Character, and Scriptwriting
presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors:
Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Mar.
17-19: 3-Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic &
Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger,
Lawrence Hass.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Mar.
24-26: Medicine and Magic Seminar presented by McBride's
Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene
Burger, Ricardo Rosenkranz, M. D., Lawrence Hass, Ph.D.
www.magicalwisdom.com
April, 2017
Apr. 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
Apr. 28-30: Focus on Street Magic presented by McBride's
Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride and
Mario Morris.
www.magicalwisdom.com
May, 2017
May 1-2: Magic & Mystery School Spring Training - Focus
on Card Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery
School.
Instructors: Jeff McBride, Greg Gleason.
www.magicalwisdom.com
May 3-4: Magic & Mystery School Spring Training - Focus
on Classics of Magic presented by McBride's Magic &
Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Greg Gleason.
www.magicalwisdom.com
May 5-6: Magic & Mystery School Spring Training - Focus
on Grand Illusions presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery
School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Greg Gleason.
www.magicalwisdom.com
May. 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
June 2017
Jun. 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
Jun. 23-25: 3-Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic
& Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene
Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com
July, 2017
Jul. 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
Jul. 21: Magic and Theatre with Gaston presented by McBride's
Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Gaston Florin,
Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com
August, 2017
Aug. 11-12: Focus on Platform and Parlor Magic presented
by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff
McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Aug.
13-16: MAGIC Live! will be held once again at The Orleans
in Las Vegas, with Alumni Registration opening Nov. 30 and
General Registration available on Dec 6, 2016.
www.magicmagazine.com/live
Aug.
17: Sisters of Magic presented by McBride's Magic &
Mystery School. Special guest presenters including Ariann
Black, Abigail McBride and others.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Aug.
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
Aug. 18-24: 7-Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic
& Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene
Burger, Lawrence Hass, Tobias Beckwith.
www.magicalwisdom.com
September, 2017
Sept. 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
October, 2017
Oct. 18-21: Magic and Meaning Conference presented by McBride's
Magic & Mystery School will be held at the Tuscany Suites
& Casino, located at 255 E. Flamingo Rd. Instructors:
Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger. Special Guest TBA.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Oct. 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
November, 2017
Nov. 4-6: Magic for Speakers and Presenters presented by
McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff
McBride Stephen Shapiro, Tobias Beckwith.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Nov. 8-11: Master Class for Mentalism presented by McBride's
Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene
Burger, Lawrence Hass, Special Guest for the Class will
be Ross Johnson.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Nov. 15: Fall Training - Classic Themes of Mentalism presented
by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff
McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Nov.
16: Fall Training - Focus on Storytelling Magic presented
by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff
McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Nov. 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
Nov. 17: Fall Training - Focus on Séance and Bizarre
Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School.
Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com
Nov. 18: Fall Training - Focus on Illusions presented by
McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff
McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com
December,
2017
Dec. 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.
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6. 26th Annual KIDabra Conference 2017
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Message by Mark Daniel (US)
KIDabra
International News
The 26th Annual KIDabra Conference returns to the popular
Resort Town of Pigeon Forge,TN next August 6-10.
KAX
Conference
The Stars will Shine in January at KAX: The Conference of
Variety Family Performers, January 25-28, 2017 in beautiful
Ventura County, CA just 60 miles from LA.
The
KIDabra Journal
A Very Special KIDabra Journal is headed members way. Celebrating
the 25th Anniversary of KIDabra Conference you'll find contributions
from a Who's Who. There is a treasure trove of great writings
harkening back to The early Yearbook Editions of The Journal.
We are also fortunate to able to include, a wonderful submission
from Paul Osborne, submitted just before his passing.
Current KIDabra International members please enjoy. Want
to join or renew, you'll get a copy too at http://www.kidabra.org/joinrenew-2
This
issue of The KIDabra Journal features:
Bits of Business
A Brit of Magic - Keith Fields , What I learned at my Birthday
Party -Buster Balloon, Ian Adair on Kid's Magic
Memories
and Reflections
The Result of KIDabra: A Collection of Friends - Barry Mitchell
, The Jukebox Band - Craig Marin & Olga Flegemacher
Marin, A Confession & A Thank You - Marcie Klutchka
, The Day KIDabra Changed My Life - Ken Scott, Thank You
KIDabra - Niels Duinker , My KIDabra Friends - Trevor Lewis
Philosophies
Importance of KIDshows - Mark Wade, Artist or Craftsman?
Jay Johnson 39
The Pod Perspective -Matt Bailey, When & Why Kids Start
Laughing - Jozo Bozo
Tricks
& Routines
Still Packing Big to Play Big - Greg Britt, Feather Flowers
- Tommy James
Temple 25 - Jim Kleefeld , If Only We Pull Together - Dal
Sanders, Spaghetti - Christopher T Barnes, Flying Carpet
- Paul Osborne
Variety
Arts
Arguing with Pastry - Steve Petra , Wellness for Clowns
- Nina Dees
All
info KIDabra at kidabra.org and breaking news on Facebook
at KIDabra International Members and Friends.
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7. New Zealand Magic Convention 2017 - Shin Lim
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Message by Nopera Whitley, New Zealand
We're
excited to be bringing SHIN LIM to New Zealand as part of
the NZ Magic Convention in October 2017.
He
'Fooled' Penn and Teller, and he's performed on Broadway
with The Illusionists. In 2015 he became the FISM World
Championship of Closeup Card Magic and now he's coming to
New Zealand!
Shin
will be presenting a lecture during the convention, and
performing two acts in the Saturday Gala Show.
Always
wanted to visit New Zealand? Now you have the perfect reason!
Places
are strictly limited to 180 registrations. Avoid disappointment
and register before it's too late!
Registrations
are now open at www.magicconvention.co.nz
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8. MINDvention 2017
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Message by Danny Archer
Mentalism
is extremely popular right now and many people wonder they
go to learn about this fascinating topic. MINDvention is
the only open mentalism convention in the US and the thirteenth
annual convention is coming up this November 13th - 15th
in Las Vegas, NV. The special guest of honor and recipient
of our Lifetime Achievement Award is Rick Maue.
For
one night only, Rick Maue is coming out of retirement to
present his show, "A Fine Li(n)e". As many folks
know, most of Rick's time is spent battling a series of
serious medical conditions. However, as a major part of
his ongoing therapy, Rick created this very unique play,
and he has been performing it in a very intimate parlor
setting in his own home.
"A
Fine Li(n)e" is a tasteful blend of autobiographical
monologue and mentalism. As Rick says, "The show is
certainly more Spalding Gray than Derren Brown...but both
art forms are treated with great respect and presented with
pride." This will be your only opportunity to see Rick
perform "A Fine Li(n)e"...unless you visit him
at his home in Pittsburgh. So make your plans now to see
his show in Las Vegas at MINDvention.
This
year, in addition to the lectures on effects and techniques
by performers; John Archer, Ted Karmilovich & Menny
Lindenfeld (plus more to be announced) we will be focusing
on the business and performing sides of mentalism.
Jamie
Salinas and Robert Allen -The Business Side of The Seance
Business. Mindpro - Business Techniques for Mentalists
Bill Gladwell - Finding and Booking Your Show into Theaters
Willam Rader - Promoting your show and how to sell tickets
Joshua Lozoff -Theatrical Techniques for Mentalists
David Gerard - Performance of Mentalism
Plus more presenters to be announced.
There
will also be a show each night and two workshops being offered
the day after the convention.
Bob
Cassidy will be holding court in Jack's Irish Pub there
is a great dealer's room with all the latest props and effects,
and I can promise you three full days of mentalism and business
and performance techniques for mentalists. More info on
our website... MINDvention
Danny
Archer
MINDvention producer
www.mindvention.net
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9. 108th Salute to Magic Show
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Message by George Schindler (US)
"Salute
To Magic", the world's oldest continuing magic show
presented by the Parent Assembly #1 of the Society of American
Magicians will continue on April 8, 2017 at the Queens Theatre
in New York City.
Professional
acts may submit videos after contacting the producer Nina
Schindler at salutemagic@aol.com
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10. F.I.S.M. North American Championships Of Magic
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It is now official. The International Brotherhood of Magicians
and the Society of American Magicians, two of the largest
magic organizations in the world, have announced their 2017
plans. As hosts of the F.I.S.M. North American Championships
of Magic, they will present their convention at the
Galt
Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky
July 12-15 2017.
Check
the website for complete details as they become available
www.ibmsam2017.com
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11. The 'World Festival of Magic' New Zealand
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Message by Rosemarie McCarthy
Managing Director, International Entertainment Ltd (New
Zealand)
Chuck
Jones & Company tours New Zealand continues:
Saturday,
26 November 2016 - Christchurch - 11 am 2pm 5pm
Wednesday, 30 November 2016 - Invercargill - 4pm & 7pm
Friday,
2 December 2016 - Dunedin - 1.30pm & 6.30pm
Saturday, 3 December 2016 - Timaru - 4pm
Saturday, 10 December 2016 - Wellington - 11am, 2pm &
5pm
Sunday, 11 December 2016 - New Plymouth - 6pm
Monday, 12 December 2016 - Taupo - 6pm
Tuesday, 13 December 2016 - Rotorua - 5pm & 7.30pm
Thursday, 15 December 2016 - Hamilton - 5pm & 7.30pm
Saturday, 17 December 2016 - Auckland - Day 1 - 11am, 2pm
& 5pm
Sunday, 18 December 2016 - Auckland - Day 2 - 11am, 2pm
& 5pm
Monday, 19 December 2016 - Whangarei - 4.30pm 7pm
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12. 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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first three numbers (001) denote issue number, then the
date (Nov06) and the last figures the year (1999)
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