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Issue Number: #1372
Date: Sunday 16th April 2017
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. MAGIC Live!
3. Oscar Munoz Magician Receiving Death Threats
4. Geno Munari On The Magic Word Podcast
5. Pantomime - #442 - Kyle Peron
6. 'Magic On The Mersey' Convention In Liverpool, UK
7. Magicpalooza Coming To Orlando
8. Breaking KIDabra News
9. If You've Always Wanted To Visit 'Middle Earth', Now Is Your Chance!
10. The Genii Convention In Orlando This October
11. Daytona Beach Festival
12. e-zine Archives
13. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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If you would like to read the Magic New Zealand e-zine in a HTML format go to: http://www.magicnewzealand.com/ezine-archive/2017-Jan-to-Dec-2017/1372-Apr16-2017.html

If you would like to write a regular column for Magic New Zealand or have some magic news drop me a line:
Editor@MagicNewZealand.com

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2. MAGIC Live!
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Message by Stan Allen (USA)

In last week's issue, we announced our 2018 dates, which seems to have caused some confusion (sorry about that). To clear it up:

Next year's MAGIC Live dates are August 5-8, 2018.

This year's MAGIC Live dates are August 13-16, 2017.

If you would like to join our waitlist for the 2017 MAGIC Live, please visit:

MagicLiveConvention.com.

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3. Oscar Munoz Magician Receiving Death Threats
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Article forwarded Peter Rawson (USA)

Kens5
San Antonio

San Antonio man receiving death threats after being mistaken for United Airlines CEO.

SAN ANTONIO - Oscar Munoz is a magician who performs around Texas and around the world. Tuesday, he woke up to a phone call where a caller threatened his life.

"It was really scary when you wake up to a phone call when people say they're going to kill you because of the way you treat people on an airplane," Munoz said.

Munoz shares the same name as United Airlines CEO.

A recent viral video posted to social media shows security officers dragging a bloodied passenger off a United flight on Sunday.

The airline randomly selected four passengers they asked to get off the plane in order to make room for four airline employees who needed to get from Chicago to Louisville.

United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz defended the actions saying the passenger defied security and became disruptive and belligerent.

Back in San Antonio, the other Oscar Munoz has been getting dozens of emails about it from angry people.

"Would you think that the CEO of a major corporation would put his phone number, his personal phone number so you can contact him or his personal email? I kind of doubt it I have yet to find his email because I would like to send him all the emails that I've received on his behalf," San Antonio's Munoz said.

Tuesday President Trump's spokesperson called the video "troubling".

Several lawmakers are calling for an investigation into this incident.


http://www.kens5.com/news/local/san-antonio-man-receives-death-threats-after-being-mistaken-for-united-airlines-ceo/430474885

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4. Geno Munari On The Magic Word Podcast
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star (US)

As we continue our Las Vegas Chronicles, we stop by the corporate headquarters of Houdini's Magic Shop and visit with the owner, Geno Munari. More than just a magic shop, Geno manufactures many products including many in the gaming industry and outside the usual realm of magic. He also has a printing company there with several presses. And as if this isn't enough, he also has a fully operational radio station that broadcasts 24/7 to the downtown Las Vegas community and online through http://kiyq.org/ Geno is a most fascinating entrepreneur who knows the gaming industry and was close friends with Jimmy Grippo. We end the podcast with a little discussion of the John F. Kennedy assassination conspiracy. There is a ton of topics in this week's podcast.

You can see some photos, read the blog, enter the contest, listen to the podcast online and download the podcast at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/geno-munari

Congratulations to this week's winners of "Nick Trost's Subtle Card Creations - Volume Two", which is provided compliments of H&R Magic Books. Be sure to visit The Magic Word Podcast website this week to enter the new contest for a copy of Volume Two. Two more winners' names will be drawn and announced in next week's podcast.

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5. Pantomime - #442 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
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http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

The art of pantomime can be a wonderful tool for any magician and I would recommend any student of magic to learn and study it. I never once thought that my years of doing costume character work would ever have any real purpose later on with my magic, but it has been very valuable to me.

The art of pantomime is the ability to tell or express emotion or a story through the actions and body language of the performer. There is no spoken word but only music if that. Red Skelton (amongst others) was a genius of this art form and literally could not only tell wonderful stories without word, but his audiences new every single thing being expressed.

They loved the characters he came up with and they felt sadness and emotional responses just through the body language red was giving to them. Although spoken word was never used, props, expressions of the face and body language were. In many cases these are the exact same things a magician uses and can find him or herself with as well.

There has been a lot I have learned over the years through the study of pantomime. It started when I was doing costume work and I came across it by accident. Basically I was never allowed to talk while in costume or while in "character". So I naturally had children wanting to know what I was doing and I wanted to express things to them like hunger, excitement, happy, sad, and laughter.

I had no idea how to do this but started to try different things. I realized that if I could not talk, I must express my intentions through body language and movement. I soon realized just how much could be expressed without saying anything at all.

There was an exercise that I used to do to train myself into creative thinking with pantomime. With any art form we use for our magic, you only get better at it if you study and practice it. This exercise really has helped me to express my intentions while on stage. It may help you.

The basic idea is to write down single words that you think may need to be expressed while on the stage or in your act or show. These words may be such things as: sadness, confusion, happiness etc. Tare literally thousands of words and ideas you may want expressed, but I am sure you get the idea. Now you start to figure out one word at a time. This focuses your mind and keeps you on track. Do not get so overwhelmed by trying to say or tell too much at once. Break it down to its simplest parts.

Take a single word on your list and video tape yourself doing something in your show that expresses that word or idea. I know this sounds weird but trust me here for a second. Perform the idea and section onto video. Then watch it on TV with one very big exception. Turn The Volume Off!

Watch what you are doing and really study your movement. In many cases you will start to realize that the body reacts and moves in certain ways naturally to what you are saying and doing. Study those movements. These movements are the things that the body does in subtle ways to express certain ideas. The idea now is to realize how the body reacts when it is happy, sad, or confused.

The problem then lies in the fact that the body knows that people use many parts to convey an idea or feeling. Voice works alongside of sight and body movement to easily convey ideas to people. The problem then lies in what happens when you take some of those "helpers" away.

What you end up realizing is that you can take the subtle movements you studied, by watching yourself on video, and learn that by amplifying those moves they can be expressed even without voice.

For example:
When you are confused, watch what your face and body does. In most cases the head may tilt slightly, the eyes and eyebrows may squint and you may hunch a bit in posture. If you amplify this, then you can exaggerate these common traits and learn to add tell-tale signs to them to send the right singles to the audience.

In this case you would exaggerate the above signs but may add to them. You might bring your hand up to your chin and rub it in the state of pondering. You may switch your stance and do it with the other hand as well. All of this adds up to expressing an idea or emotion without voice.

So how does this apply to magic? Well it can be used to tell the audience your intentions on stage and send those intentions to the person even in the farthest seat in the back.

If you are doing diminishing cards, without word you can take a card and use your index finger and thumb and start off far apart and as you make them get closer, you hunch a bit and you show a bit of expression of force. Just this simple sign can be seen by the audience to say you are going to make them smaller before anything else is even done.

I hope this is of help to some and may get folks talking about other ways in which you can tell your audience what you are doing. If anyone would like me to go over some other methods that I mentioned above, just let me know. It would be my pleasure.

Because I am also partially deaf, I have realized even more the importance of being able to convey my magic to anyone at any time. It has helped my magic a lot and allowed me to share it with many others.

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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6. 'Magic on The Mersey' Convention in Liverpool, UK
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Message by Paul Stone

I'm delighted to announce that another top-class Headline performer, Nick Lewin has been added to the outstanding line-up at the 'Magic on the Mersey' Convention taking place in Liverpool on September 14th and 15th. Nick will be making his first appearance at a British Magic Convention for over 40 years!

One of Ken Brooke's star pupils, Nick moved from England to USA in the late 1970's and made his mark in a big way. He was the first magician to have his own Headline afternoon show on the Las Vegas Strip at Maxim's Hotel & Casino, paving the way for many others including Mac King.

For many years Nick has been one of the busiest professional magicians in America performing in Cabaret, at Comedy Clubs, Corporate Events and on all the major cruise ships where his act is still in huge demand.

Nick is also well known throughout the world of magic for his many excellent articles in Magic New Zealand and more recently in Vanish Magazine.

At 'Magic on the Mersey' Nick will lecture and be a part of several other sessions and will also perform in the 'World Stars of Magic & Variety' Show at the lovely Victorian Epstein Theatre.

Nick will be joining a terrific line-up of talent that includes Mike Close, Armando Lucero, Paul Zenon, Bob Kohler, Marc Paul, Mandy Muden, Trevor Liley, Seth Kramer, Paul Stone, Freddie Davies and legendary juggler Kris Kremo.

And as an extra bonus for anyone who has signed up for the one time only 'Corporate & Trade Show Workshop' taking place on Wednesday 13th September immediately before the 'Magic on the Mersey' Convention, Nick will also be part of the expert panel to share his vast experience gained from working hundreds of Corporate Shows. A life changing opportunity not to be missed for any working performer.

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7. Magicpalooza Coming To Orlando
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Message by Dan Stapleton (USA)

May 12-14 is Magicpalooza's FCCC (Florida Close-Up/Parlor Conference & Competition), Orlando, Fl.

Starring:
Jon Racherbaumer
John Cornelius
Dan Fleshman
Kostya Kimlat
Jon Armstrong
Dan Stapleton
Paul Hallas
Antony Gerard
Jafo
Chastain Criswell
Nathan Coe Marsh
Greg Soloman
Brent Braun
Mark Fitzgerald
Jim Vines

Here are a few "extra's" to expect:
A. The Dealer's Room is open to Everyone/Anyone...(even those not attending the FCCC). This is our "thanks" to our vendor's for showing what's NEW in magic.

B. The first night (Friday) Welcome Get-Together is also open to Everyone/Anyone who might want to meet the Stars of the FCCC.

C. 1000 magazine give-away. This was a big hit at last years convention. Genii, MAGIC, MUM, Linking Ring, Tops all for the taking (be respectful and don't take large amounts, please).

D. Four performers who were on Penn & Teller-Fool Us will be present as a Forum in discussing how you can get on the show and what to expect if you do.

E. Jon Racherbaumer will regale stories and show films of some of his legendary friends Friday night, May 12 (open only to those registered).

F. Jon Cornelius, two time FISM winner will be having his own show and lecture, not seen in fifteen years!

G. All the performers will be signing the FCCC souvenir poster during the Welcome Get-Together...don't miss this opportunity.

H. Greg Soloman will be conducting a "Restaurant Magic" forum Saturday morning.
I. Remember...all kid's under the age of Twelve get free FCCC registration (one per paid parent)

J. The Dealer's Show is back...first night...Friday.

K. If you can't attend the Conference, we have two Public Shows, Saturday and Sunday evening (tickets only $20 each).

L. All lectures and shows projected on large screens for better viewing.

M. Sunday, May 14, Mother's Day Magic-Brunch in the hotel. Bring Mom for a good time.

N. Preferred seating for FCCC Banquet attendee's. Banquet (served) dinner and show is only $33.

O. Only 80 hotel rooms left at our special $94 price...don't delay.

P. Some very nice items will be raffled off (tickets: $1, $5, $10).

Q. The Sheraton has one of the coolest Irish Pubs around...very cool!

Register at www.magicpalooza.org

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8. Breaking KIDabra News
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Message by Mark Daniel (USA)

The Tony Award Winning Star of The Two and Only, and part of the ground breaking ensemble TV Comedy Series Soap, Jay Johnson comes to KIDabra Conference for the First Time!

Whether on Broadway, at The Magic Castle, Brookledge Follies, or hosting Its Magic you'll find a World Class and very humble everyman with extraordinary powers in Jay Johnson! Come meet, learn from, and enjoy one of the best, who Ken Scott calls a "Rock Star!"

Spend Quality Time at KIDabra with Jay, Ken Scott, Barry Mitchell, Christopher T. Magician, Niels Duinker, Mario the Magician, Gary Shelton, Carisa, Scott Green, Chris Weed, Jim Kleefeld, Hiawatha, Jeff Wawrzaszek, Bruce Amato, Dave Risley, John Bobik, Tate Elliott, your hosts Mark and Tami Daniel and a Host of Extraordinary People at The Amazing KIDabra!

KIDabra is The Global Epicenter for KIDshow and Family Performers! It is the go to gathering place, and resource center for the KIDshow and Family entertainment world. This August it is going to be Amazing! Performers arrive from all over the world to share in this important week of the KIDshow community and industry!

KIDabra happens August 7-10, in one of the World's Top Family Entertainment destinations: Pigeon Forge,TN home of Dollywood, Terry Evanswood, Barry Mitchell, and Darren Romeo. A popular show/tourist area, Pigeon Forge/Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and The Great Smoky Mountain National Park, are a family performers study arena whose "magic" settles on you like a warm comforter.

The KIDshow Stars will Shine! Make your plans to join us today! We are never complete until you're there!

Register Here http://www.kidabra.org/register-kidabra-tn-b
Schedule http://www.kidabra.org/2017-schedule
Hotel/Travel http://www.kidabra.org/hoteltravel
Full info www.kidabra.org

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9. If You've Always Wanted To Visit 'Middle Earth', Now Is Your Chance!
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Message by Nopera Whitley (New Zealand)

New Zealand Magic Convention - Wellington, 20-23 October 2017

Taking place in Wellington, the Capital of New Zealand, join Shin Lim, Rob Zabrecky, Hector Mancha, Colin Cloud and Charlie Frye for the 33rd New Zealand International Magic Convention.

The beauty of NZ conventions is that they are small and intimate and there are plenty of opportunities to interact with the headliners one-on-one. Not to mention, you will be in one of the most beautiful locations this planet has to offer. Registrations are limited and there are less than 90 places left. Act quick so you don't miss out!

Register online at www.magicconvention.co.nz - it only takes a couple minutes!

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10. The Genii Convention In Orlando This October
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Message by Richard Kaufman (US)

Don't Miss the Event of the Year: The Genii Convention in Orlando this October.

The third Genii Convention will be held in Orlando, Florida, on October 4, 5, 6, 7 (with extra charge workshops on Sunday 8th) at the wonderful Florida Hotel and Conference Center.

There are 25 artists booked for the four-day convention, including John Bannon, Pit Hartling, Bill Malone, Jared Kopf, John Carney, Bernard Bilis, Jean-Jacques Sanvert, Michael Weber, Jean Merlin, Dai Vernon, Jim Steinmeyer, David Ben, Max Maven, Guy Hollingworth, Dana Daniels, Peter Samelson. Harrison Greenbaum, David Regal, Chris Hannibal, Shintaro
Fujiyama, Chad Long, Lindsay Benner, Brett Loudermilk, Robert Ramirez, Naathan Phan, and John Gaughan.

You don't have to choose between events at The Genii Convention: you will be able to see every performance and lecture on 9 x 16 foot hi-definition video screens in our main showroom, which has tiered seating, with close-up magic performed in intimate venues around the hotel.

There are three extra charge workshops available: the first with Michael Weber, the second with John Carney, and the third with Tom Stone, Håkan Berg, and Axel Adlercreutz.

Genii Conventions are held on an irregular basis-don't miss this one!

Attendance is limited. Register Now for only $375.

Visit www.geniiconvention.com for more details.

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11. Daytona Beach Festival
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Message by Harry Allen (US)

Hello Magic fans

Daytona Beach Festival Of Magic keeps getting better and better!!!!

November 3rd to 5th 2017

www.daytonamagic.com (click on "convention")

We will be honoring legendary performer, dealer, inventor Bob Little.

We have more talent ready to sign.

Check the website for up to date signings.

Other talent you don't want to miss:
Nick Lewin
Mike Michaels
Jarol Martin
Niels Duinker
Joseph Young
Fred Moore
Erik Olson
Harry Allen
Ben Zabin
David And Dania

This all takes place in Beautiful Daytona Beach, Florida.

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

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

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