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Issue Number: #1433
Date: Sunday 4th March 2018
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. Rachel Colombini At 2018 Blackpool Convention
3. Vanish Magic Magazine Edition 44 Out Now
4. Pre-FISM Tour Of South Korea
5. The Magic Word Podcast - Carisa Hendrix
6. High Country Collectors Conference
7. The Academy Of Magical Arts March Performers
8. Festival Survival Kit - #478 - Kyle Peron
9. The Magic Collection Of John Daniel
10. Bob Little To Be Honored As The 2018 "Magician Of The Year"
11. Magic And Magicians In Comic Books
12. The New Issue Of Ye Olde Magic Mag (Vol. 4 #2)
13. E-zine Archives
14. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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The high light for Michele and I was to attend Joe M. Turner's lecture from his 'A Few Modest Enchantments'. The highlight of his lecture for me was his presentation and method of his Unwedding Ring (credit David Acer), as it was so visual and will easily slot into my existing routine. I also loved his work on the memorized deck.

If you would like to read the Magic New Zealand e-zine in a HTML format
go to: http://www.magicnewzealand.com/ezine-archive/2018-Jan-to-Dec-2018/1433-Mar04-2018.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. Rachel Colombini At 2018 Blackpool Convention
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As Editor of Magic New Zealand ezine I have been receiving a number of messages asking what has happened to Rachel Colombini.

It was widely reported in the magic press that Rachael had passed but to the surprise of many Rachel attended this year's Blackpool Convention. We understand that she is not in the best of health and we all wish her all the best for the future.

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Paul Gordon - reported on Facebook
"Sad/happy: I just spent a few hours chatting with Rachel Colombini (my friend Aldo's widow.) We chatted a lot about Aldo. She's very poorly and it was an emotional evening"

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3. Vanish Magic Magazine Edition 44 Out Now
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Message by Paul Romhany - Editor Vanish Magazine

The latest copy of Vanish Magic Magazine is out now - 118 pages and it's all free!!

The cover story is on the incredible Mike Michaels. Charles Bach asks Mike about his work as a performer and one of the top builders and creators of original magic in the world today.

Magic Is Education by Jeff Christensen continues and has gained a lot of interest from around the world.

Magic in Prison is an inside look by Doug Bennett on David Copperfield's Escape From Alcatraz. Doug was on hand during the filming and shares some insight and photos during that time.

Product Highlight - a double look at two incredible effects by Victor Voitko - Movers and Shakers by Ben Robinson takes a look at a training ground for improv and actors in New York Real World Magic by new columnist Jim Sisti. With over 30 years as a professional performer Jim shares his insight and knowledge on getting gigs and keeping them.

Street Performing is a new series by South African magician Colin Underwood
Magic Clubs - continued … this month Hal Myers shares his experiences with magic clubs
Club Corner - a new series by Alex Zander on how clubs can improve and look towards the future Comedy Checklist Part II - Nick Lewin continues his 20 point checklist for anybody who wants to do comedy magic

Bamboozlers - Diamond Jim Tyler's bar bets

Multiplying Bottle Table - an idea for a table that enables you to steal extra bottles during your routine

Jefferson's Birthday Party - a fun routine by Louie Foxx

Shtick!! by Mark James. A look at two movies and how they related to modern day magic.

Reviews - the very latest reviews in downloads, tricks, DVDs and books

Get your free online and digital copy (PDF) from www.vanishmagazine.com Plus now available as a printed magazine

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4. Pre-FISM Tour Of South Korea
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Message by Joan Caesar (Canada)

Cost each with 8 people is $1375 for 7 days.

If interested please contact Joan Caesar JCaesar@sentex.ca

Day 1: Visit of Haeinsa temple
Saturday, 30 June 2018
Haeinsa
The Gayasan park is well-known for its historical sites and landscapes, and especially for the Haiensa temple.
Visit the temple. After the visit, spend the night in the temple.

Day 2: End of the temple stay and road to Andong
Sunday, 1 July 2018
Andong
The temple stay experience ends around 12 noon
Then you will take the road to Andong and rest in the afternoon.

Day 3: Visit of Andong
Monday, 2 July 2018
Andong
Andong is the ancestral, spiritual and traditional capital of South Korea because of its Confucian traditions during the Joseon era. There, you will find many relics dating back to the Joseon dynasty, such as the magnificent Confucian school and a typical village of that time.
You will visit the Byeongsanseowon Confucian School.
You will visit the Hahoe village, the Hahoedong Mask Museum and the Byeongsanseowon Confucian school.

Day 4: Road to Gyeongju
Tuesday, 3 July 2018
Gyeongju
Located in the Gyeongsangbuk Do region, Gyeongju was the capital city of the Silla Kingdom and one of the oldest historical cities in the world. It is a major spot for Korea's culture and heritage today, as well as a UNESCO listed site.
You will take the road in the morning to Gyeongju.
Visit Tumuli Park which houses numerous royal tombs, visit the Cheonmachong tomb (the flying horse tomb), Cheongseongdae Observatory and the Anapji pond.
Night in a hanok. (a traditional Korean house)

Day 5: Visit of cultural sites (UNESCO) in Gyeongju
Wednesday, 4 July 2018
Gyeongju
Take a trip to some of Gyeongju's historical sites: The National Museum, Tumulus Park, and the Royal Tombs of Daereungwon.
Enjoy a visit of the Bulguksa palace (built in 528) and the Buddhist cave in Seokguram, national treasures registered on the UNESCO world heritage. You can go there on foot or with bicycles.
Night in a Hanok.

Day 6: Day at the Namsan Mount and Gogulsa temple
Thursday, 5 July 2018
Gyeongju
Considered as a Sacred site during the Silla Dynasty, the Namsan Mount is full of mysteries, temples and sanctuaries. It is a real open-air museum with 100 temples, 80 Buddha stoned-statues and 60 pagodas. You will enjoy quaint landscapes.
In the afternoon, visit of Gogulksa temple and a stop to the Yangdong village.

Day 7: Busan
Friday, 6 July 2018
Busan
The second Korean city and the first harbour of the country. Busan is considered a dynamic city with big shops, luxurious restaurants, parks and beautiful beaches. Highlights:
o Visit its beaches: Haeundae beach and Gwangalli beach.
o The city centre, the Yongdusan park and the Busan tower will give you a panoramic view of Busan.
o The Yonggungsa temple (built on the side of a cliff: unique)
o Busan and its impressive Jagalchi fish market which show the riches of its sea and harbour.

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5. The Magic Word Podcast - Carisa Hendrix
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star

This week we visit with an up and coming Canadian magician who is taking the world by storm. Tim Ellis suggested that The Magic Word Podcast broadcast a chat with her because of her recent winning of The Melbourne International Comedy Festival's Award For Best Comedy Show at the 2017 Melbourne Magic Festival. She was also featured with a cover article in the July 2017 of Vanish Magazine. Additionally, she was acclaimed for her performance at the Magic Castle as her alter ego character, "Lucy Darling". For the past few years, Carisa has also been behind the scenes on stage at MAGIC Live! Making sure everything runs smoothly.

Her background belies her years with experience in carnival arts as well as performing and fine arts. In this podcast, Carisa talks about stretching to reach goals and going to places the make you "uncomfortable" in your pursuit of excellence.

You can watch a video performance of her Magic Castle stage act plus a link to a fun video featuring David Williamson (that she refers to in this podcast), see some photos, read the blog, listen to the podcast and download the MP3 file at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/410-carisa-hendrix

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6. High Country Collectors Conference
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Message by Magicana

High Country Collectors Conference
A special one-time Collectors Meeting will be held in the beautiful High Country town of Blowing Rock, NC. April 17-18, 2018. Because of the visits to private collections, registration for this event is limited to 30 participants.

Registrations will be accepted in the order received.

We plan a full program and have a number of speakers scheduled. We still have openings for a few speakers. If you are interested in making a presentation please inform us of your proposed topic.

Details
Registration: $250 non-refundable by PayPal to Bill@spoonermagic.com. Send checks to Bill Spooner @ P.O. Box 848, Blowing Rock, NC 28605.

Rooms: A block of rooms are being held at the Holiday Inn Express in Blowing Rock. The rate for Friday and Saturday is $135 plus tax. Weeknights are $80 plus tax. These group rates will be available before and after the conference for those who wish to extend their stay.
Venue: Blowing Rock Art & History Museum.

Meals: Breakfast is included at the hotel. Registration includes lunch and dinner on Friday and Saturday as well as all breaks.
Airport: The nearest airport is Charlotte International (CLT) which is 75 minutes from Blowing Rock.

Blowing Rock: Crown of the Blue Ridge - www.blowingrock.com
Special Event: On Sunday August 19th there will be a visit Marion, NC to experience Dr. Cato and Susan Holler's fantastic Libartorium and additions to their magic collection. Words cannot describe the Libartorium it must be seen.
The cost for this event is $50 which includes bus transportation and lunch.

For more information contact:
HC3BlowingRock@gmail.com
Gerry Hayes
Bill Spooner
Steve Beam

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7. The Academy Of Magical Arts March Performers
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February 26 to March 4th:

Close-Up Gallery
Cocktail Hour: Bill Bentz
Early: Ice McDonald
Late: Michael Rangel

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Bruce Kalver
Late: Joel Ward

Palace of Mystery
Danny Cole & Stacey
Murray Hatfield & Teresa

Peller Theatre
Paul Draper
Christian Cagigal

W.?C. Fields Bar
Mark Collier

Friday Lunch
Ice McDonald

Saturday?&?Sunday Brunch
Bruce Kalve

March 5 to 11th:

Close-Up Gallery
Cocktail Hour: Jason Tong
Early: Stuart Lightbody
Late: LUIS

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Bryan Miles
Late: Titou

Palace of Mystery
Nick Lewin
Arthur Trace
Huber Marionettes

Peller Theatre
Robert Baxt
Anthony

The Magic W.?C. Fields Bar
George Tovar

Friday Lunch
Stuart Lightbody

Saturday?&?Sunday Brunch
Anthony The Magic

March 12 to 18th:

Close-Up Gallery
Cocktail Hour: Tricky Devil
Early: Kiko Pastur
Late: Eric Jones

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Michael Chaut
Late: Ron Saylor

Palace of Mystery
Bruce Gold
Christopher Hart
David & Dania

Peller Theatre
Pop Haydn
The Bornsteins

W.?C. Fields Bar
Kayla Drescher

Friday Lunch Eric Jones

Saturday?&?Sunday Brunch
Chuck Jones & Company

March 19 to 25th:

Close-Up Gallery
Cocktail Hour: John Kippen
Early: Jamy Ian Swiss
Late: David Gabbay

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: J. Neal
Late: Kerry Ross

Palace of Mystery
Chuck Jones & Company

Peller Theatre
Robert Ramirez
Naathan Phan

W.?C. Fields Bar
Chef Anton

Friday Lunch Jamy Ian Swiss

Saturday?&?Sunday Brunch
Kerry Ross

March 26 to April 1st:

Close-Up Gallery
Cocktail Hour: Siegfried Tieber
Early: Handsome Jack
Late: Johnny Ace Palmer

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Harry Maurer
Late: Taylor Hughes

Palace of Mystery
Charlie Frye & Sherry
Kalin & Jinger

Peller Theatre
Zabrecky
Stuart MacLeod

W.?C. Fields Bar
Jack Medlevine

Friday Lunch
Johnny Ace Palmer

Saturday?&?Sunday Brunch
Taylor Hughes

Schedule subject to change without notice.

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8. Festival Survival Kit - #478 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

Whenever you perform at a festival, you will need to bring items or supplies with you that you may not use with other markets. It is the nature of the market that makes this a necessity for most festival entertainers.

It is my intention to go over some tips and suggestions of supplies and items you may want to bring with you as a part of your overall festival toolkit. These are items that may not be an essential part of your show performance, but will save you countless headaches along the way. Let me try and go over some of them for you and describe a bit of the reasoning behind each.

- Duct Tape: This simply has to be the number one tool of any performing entertainer. It has saved me in more ways than you can imagine and I make sure I bring a roll of the standard grey as well as black duct tape. Black can come in handy as it can be used to patch up torn black cloths or backdrops of even be used if your tux pants split on you. Gorilla Duct Tape also works really well in the dusty conditions.

I use it for taping down my sound system wires if I am setting up one. It is just too dangerous to have your wires laying around with the busy traffic that festivals generate. Not only can it be a hazard, but one trip can unplug your entire system and you lose everything right in the
middle of a performance. It is best to duct tape them down securely before any performance. Duct tape is also used to pre-mark my stage area. In most cases, festivals will not mind if you ask them if it would be OK to pre-mark your stage with a few pieces of duct tape. As long as you remove them after the show, they will not have a problem with this.

By marking the stage, I know exactly where my tables need to go and where any illusions need to be placed. In the hectic pace of the show, it is critical to not waste time trying to find the exact spot a prop needs to go. If you also have people helping you set the stage, this makes it easier for them. This is what is often referred to as "spiking" the stage.

- Bottled Water: I cannot stress enough how important it is to bring bottled water or a sports drink with you in a cooler. Because festivals are done outdoors mainly in the hot spring and summer months, your adrenalin and the heat mix to form a very dangerous situation for you if you do not stay hydrated throughout the day. I take bottled water with me everywhere I go and keep bottles behind my table during a performance. Any performer will know how easily it is to get dry mouth during a performance and this water or sports drink can help prevent
this and keep you cool in the process. A small cooler usually does the trick. It also helps because you do not waste time or money waiting in long festival lines to get the same drink you can provide to yourself for free.

- Plastic Covers/Tarps: I always carry several tarps or plastic covers that pack flat but are right near my stage area before and after a show. These are essential to me in the event that bad weather comes around and it rains. These covers are the first thing I dive for to cover my show items, tables, illusions and props. It simply is a must for doing and working outdoor festivals and will help protect you in the event of bad weather.

- Clips or Bungie Cords: These come in handy to wrap around your items and the plastic to keep everything covered in the event of bad weather. I use table clips and cover any tables they give me for my BOR sales items. These clips help hold down anything and keeps the table tarp from blowing around.

- Double Stick Tape: I always carry this with me as wind is one of the bigger problems at any outdoor event. I always have an information table that has a lot of my marketing materials available to people before and after the shows. Double stick tape used on the underside of some of my plastic holders, will keep them fastened to the table and prevent the wind from knocking them over. You can also use a clip at the top keep the flyers in the holders from falling out. It makes it easy for people to get a flyer or promo packet without fighting the wind all the time.

- Scissors or a Knife: You will want to take these as often times you may need to cut items for your show. I also have had times when the festival will supply me with caution tape so I can rope off an area to store my props between performances. Scissors come in handy for this to be able to cut it and secure it the way I need it.

- Packs Flat Carry Bags: Not sure what else to call them, but these are bags that I get from such places as Target etc. When empty, they fold up and pack away flat. But they can be opened and expanded to form a big bag with a lot of room and pockets. These may be called Duffle or Ditty Bags, also called draw string bags. This has worked great for me for carrying my props in and other items needed for the festival. When I get to the festival, I can pack and fold these bags up and place them out of the way so they take up less space.

- Plastic Table Cloths: They can be obtained at any party or dollar store in any color that might match your color scheme. Because they are inexpensive, you can use them and throw them away after the event is over and one less thing to pack back up. I use these for my BOR table as well as covering any other tables I may need for my show.

- Luggage Carts or Dollies: These are great for being able to load in boxes and bags and props from your vehicle to the entertainment stage area. It saves on trips and saves your back in the process. You can get these most anywhere and they also can pack down flat so they do not take up so much room during transit. Spend the extra money and get the better carts/dollys with larger wheels so you don't struggle trying to roll a cheap cart across the ground.

- Sharpies: I bring them in various colors and use them for signing autographs to writing signs and for putting prices on my sales items. They are also often used in the show itself. Having plenty on hand is always a must for me. With all the various colors I have used them to "repaint" dings and scratches in some of my props and illusions making them look fresh. Nobody notices from a distance.

- Round Price Stickers: I use these for making pricing of my BOR items easier for me. Don't forget your inventory price sheet so you know how much you've sold!

- Money Box with a Lock: This is essential if you are doing any sales of items at the festival. This is the place to store your cash and to lock it up and take with you during your performances.

- Wire Cutters: I bring these with me in my tool kit so that I can use them in the event that I need them. Because I am never quite sure of what exactly will be provided for me when I get there, I try to cover all bases to just be prepared for any emergency situation.

- Towels: I always bring a few towels. This allows me to keep sweat off of me and to dry out between performances and to stay fresh and clean during the day. The new Dry Absorb Towels from Lowes and Home Depot work really well too!

I hope some of these general ideas are of help to you.

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I have a new book out I would like you to know about all about working the Festival market. If you would like additional and detailed information on this topic, please see my book/eBook at: http://www.kpmagicproducts.com/Festival_Magic.html

As always, I encourage you the readers to let me know your thoughts. So, if you have any thoughts on my articles or suggestions or comments, please feel free to e-mail me directly at magic4u02@aol.com. I would love to hear from you.

Kyle Peron
Magician and Illusionist
http://www.kylekellymagic.com

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9. The Magic Collection Of John Daniel
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Auction Saturday March 3, 2018

The whispers are true! This is your last chance to bid on John Daniel's collection of magic props, posters, and more. The live auction begins Saturday morning at 10:00 am, CST. Contact us now to schedule phone and absentee bids.

New for 2018!

Now you can bid live, online, at potterauctions.com. Click the buttons below to log in, or register to place your bids.

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10. Bob Little To Be Honored As The 2018 "Magician Of The Year"
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Message by George Schindler (US)

Bob Little To Be Honored As The 2018 "Magician Of The Year"

Bob Little will be honored as the "Magician of the Year" at the 109th annual "Salute to Magic" show presented by the Parent Assembly of the Society of American Magicians, on Saturday, April 14th at 7:30 p.m. at the Morris W. and Fannie B. Haft Theater at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.

The oldest continuing magic show in the U. S. will feature Mike Bent (comedy magic), Harrison Greenbaum (The Illusionists, America's Got Talent, Last Comic Standing), Keith Nelson (variety/plate spinning), and Elliott Zimet (modern illusions).

More detailed information, including how to order tickets, will be available soon at www.magicsampa1.com

This year the "Salute" returns to Manhattan at a great theater. All lovers of magic and variety are invited to attend. Please hold the date.

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11. Magic And Magicians In Comic Books
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Message by Mark Horowitz

The SAM convention is in Orlando this summer on July21-23 but opening night is Friday the 20th at night.

I am the opening night lecture Magic and Magicians in Comic Books.

It is an audience participation lecture and you can win prizes if you can answer some questions.

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12. The New Issue Of Ye Olde Magic Mag (Vol. 4 #2)
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Message by Marco Pusterla

The new issue of Ye Olde Magic Mag (Vol. 4 #2) is now available for download and purchase!

If you are interested in magic history, or if you collect magic memorabilia, you can't miss this issue! Don't delay: you could be reading the magazine in the next few minutes!

Magic history for the discerning historian, magic apparatus and memorabilia for the curious and the collector, magic and more magic!

https://yeoldemagicmag.com/downloads/ye-olde-magic-mag-volume-4-issue-2?utm_source=Ye+Olde+Magic+Mag&utm_campaign=5a4b9caabd-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_YOMM-04-02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_9d74281047-5a4b9caabd-265557565&mc_cid=5a4b9caabd&mc_eid=d9d8bf394f

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13. 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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