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Issue Number: #1451
Date: Sunday 3rd June 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. Vanish Magic Magazine Edition 47, June 2018
3. David Copperfield Not Liable For Tourist's Injuries
4. Hollywood's Magic Castles Head To China
5. The Magic Word Podcast - Adrian Vega
6. Bluff Lie Detector - John Carey #4
7. Festival Magic - The Book - #490 - Kyle Peron
8. KIDabra News And Updates
9. Final Call For Registrations - GeniiCon2018 Sydney, Australia
10. Shin Lim Lecture At Fantasma Magic
11. Magic History Gathering at The Magic Circle
12. E-zine Archives
13. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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ATTENTION CONTRIBUTORS AND READERS of the Magic New Zealand ezine: next week we will be on holiday and we are also attending Geniicon in Sydney Australia so the NEXT issue will be published on Sunday 24th June.

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-2018/1453-Jun03-2018.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. Vanish Magic Magazine Edition 47, June 2018
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Message by Paul Romhany - Editor, Vanish Magazine

Our feature cover artist is a legend in the show business world, Bob Fitch. Bob has guided and helped some of the top magicians including David Copperfield, David Blaine, Shawn Farquhar, to name but a few. His background comes from Broadway where he starred in many major productions as well as television shows and movies. During the filming of Pennies from Heaven Steve Martin to Bob's kids and said, "Follow in your father's footsteps … I did!" The cover story features a workshop Bob gave recently in Vancouver for a local SAM club. We have exclusive photos and stories from that event plus background on Bob and what he brings to magicians with his workshops. A lifetime of theatre that will change the way you do your magic and take it to a level you never dreamed about.

Magic Tricks - cards, coins, business cards - it's all here for FREE.

FFFF - exclusive write up and review of the most famous magic convention on the planet - FFFF. With its very limited access and invite only this is a great chance to see what happens at this amazing convention.

Doug Bennett shares with us some out of the box thinking from business guru Seth Godin.

One Million Dollar Lesson - an article every magician needs to read! Imagine being sued for $1 million dollars after an event you performed at. Valuable lesson here folks!!

Steve Valentine - 13 steps for when you mess up.

Magic Clubs And How They Can Survive - A look at one magic club who has found a way to keep their head above water and try to attract new members.

Different Beat - A Youthful Approach - our young writer from Austria Joshua Endress shares a youthful approach to social media, publicity etc.

The Fashion Of Magic - A look at the latest trends in fashion and where things are headed for magicians.

Jeff Hobson - a live interview about Jeff and his part in The Illusionists with tips on touring in a long running show.

Jim Sisti - Walk Away Renee - why it is good to sometimes walk away from taking a gig!

Mark Parker and Charles Bach - A No Bullshit Approach to magic - straight from the heart - Mark Parker opens up about magic of today - definitely a must read!!

Reviews - the latest magic tricks, books and DVDs, and downloads

Free To Download from www.vanishmagazine.com or purchase your hard copy direct from the magazine.

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3. David Copperfield Not Liable For Tourist's Injuries
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Article forwarded on by Rob Thomas (US)

Magician David Copperfield found not liable for British tourist's injuries.

(CNN) A jury in Las Vegas found magician David Copperfield negligent but not financially liable for a British tourist's injuries during one of his vanishing acts in 2013.

Gavin Cox is 100% liable for his own injuries, a jury found late Tuesday night, according to the Clark County District Court documents.

The tourist took part in the magician's signature disappearing trick, and said he suffered brain injuries when he fell during the performance.

The jury ruled the five parties named in the lawsuit -- including Copperfield -- were all 0% responsible for the injuries. Cox was "100% " responsible for his injuries, it said.

https://edition.cnn.com/2018/05/30/entertainment/david-
copperfield-jury-decision/index.html

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4. Hollywood's Magic Castles Head To China
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Article forwarded on by Peter Blake (US)

Variety

Hollywood's magic-themed entertainment venue The Magic Castle is to set up shop in China through a deal with local tech and entertainment firm Novaex Group. It is the first time that Magic Castles Inc. has licensed its property outside North America.

Novaex has obtained an exclusive license to use the The Magic Castle IP in themed entertainment projects, including indoor and outdoor entertainment centers, hotels, and restaurants in mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.

Novaex CEO, Jeson Zheng and a team led by magician Andrew Goldenhersh, will create a new style of magic experience, with state of the art technology playing a major part in the development.

The first Magic Castle-themed project is being developed for Novaex's offline Internet community brand The Circle, which integrates a five-star hotel resort, recreation, catering, natural scenery, luxury shopping and immersive entertainment that features VR, AR, MR, 3D and hologram projections. Novaex also plans to build a Magic School under the MCI brand banner, for children and teens.

The announcement was made Friday at an event in Beijing. "We are looking forward to the creation of this first project together with NOVAEX that will showcase the over 55-year legacy of The Magic Castle and the long history of magic in China," said MCI founder Milt Larsen at the launch event.

The Magic Castle was launched in 1952 and took shape a decade later when Larsen leased and restored an ornate 1909 mansion in Hollywood, California, turning it into a meeting place for magicians. In 1963 the castle became the home of the Academy of Magical Arts, Inc.

http://variety.com/2018/biz/asia/hollywood-magic-castles-head-to-china-1202822185/

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

While passing through Houston on a nationwide lecture tour, Spanish Close-Up Winner, Adrian Vega, stopped by the Magic Word Podcast microphone to record a delightful and inspiring conversation. Adrian is a 29-year-old magician from Spain who was classically trained for three years at Juan Tamariz' magic school. He moved to Las Vegas for a while where he met and worked with Criss Angel and toured as one of "The Supernaturalists". He is continuing his journey from here (Houston, Texas) on west where he will stay in Las Vegas for a short while then later in July will perform and lecture at The Magic Castle.

In this week's podcast, Adrian talks about his experience at the magic school in Madrid and their method of teaching. The first thing they learn is passion and respect for magic. This theme runs throughout our chat and Adrian gives us some advice on being happy when you are performing or competing. That way you will not be nervous in front of your audience.

You can watch a video of Adrian's performance, see some photos, read the blog, listen to the podcast online, and download the MP3 file at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/426-adrian-vega

This week we also congratulate the winners of last week's contest to win a copy of the eBook "Mysteriouser and Mysteriouser" by Raj Madhok: Mike Masaveg and Nick Kapatos. Congratulations, guys. And for thank you everyone who entered the contest. Continue to listen and watch for upcoming contests.

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6. Bluff Lie Detector - John Carey #4
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Message by John Carey (UK)
https://carey-scene.com/jc-main

I've always loved the classic lie detector plot in its many forms, Jim Steinmeyer's Nine Card Problem being a particular favourite. Gary Plants has a great version in his Dallas lecture notes, which inspired the following. It makes use of the classic plunger principle for the revelation.

I wanted a version where I didn't have to do any thinking about what types of cards to move as the packet is 'programmed'. Basically, this approach is pure bluff but has proven particularly effective.

From a shuffled deck in use remove ten cards and hand them out for mixing. Upon return introduce the theme of the polygraph or lie detector. Spread the packet for a free selection and when it is returned control the selection, say two of Clubs, to sixth from the top. I simply spread off five cards into my right hand and extend the left hand and have the selection dropped on top. Then drop the right-hand cards on top and you are done. Execute a quick false shuffle or Ose false cut and you are ready for the presentation.

State you will program the lie detector in readiness for some questions and answers. Execute a reverse faro, up jogging every other card. Square the packet up neatly leaving the cards in a telescoped condition with the packet held at the long edges by the left fingertips.

Ask your helper was her card red or black? She can lie or tell the truth. After her answer the left index finger pushing sharply down on the outjogged cards, plunging a packet through. Now based on her first answer ask her what colour was her card, again lying or telling the truth. With the backs of the right fingers sharply push the jogged cards upwards, plunging another packet out.

Then ask her to name a value, again having the option to be truthful or lie.

The left index finger once more sharply pushes the outjogged packet inwards, plunging another packet through towards you in an injogged condition.

"Mary, so I asked you three questions and you had the option to lie or tell the truth. You kept a poker face and I genuinely am not sure. However, the lie detector knows everything. For the first time, tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth! What card are you thinking of?"

She says, in this example two of Clubs. Execute one final plunging action, pushing the injogged cards in sharply, causing one card to plunge from the packet. Make a one-handed fan. Pause, remove and revolve the card to disclose their selection and conclude the mystery.

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7. Festival Magic - The Book - #490 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
KyleKellyMagic@gmail.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

13 years ago, I started on a journey to educate and help others to learn about the festival market. I started with a simple post on the magic cafe in hopes to maybe get a person willing to just chat with me so I can offer some help and some advice.

Little did I know that single post of kindness would turn into 15 pages full of discussion on the topic of working for festivals and fairs around the world. So many people chimed in, posted, sent emails or PMs that it is really quite staggering.

I answered every single one of them and was happy to offer advice to anyone asking it of me. A lot of years have passed and I still get emails form folks saying a simple "thank you". I get folks telling me how they applied some of the ideas we talked about and are now a success in the festival market and really enjoying it.

It gives me great joy to be able to help someone and to be able to help my peers and my magic brothers and sisters.

Well 10 Long years in the making I am SO very happy to announce that It's Here!

I am happy to announce that my newest book, "Festival Magic", is finished and is NOW available at http://www.kpmagicproducts.com/Festival_Magic.html. This 112pg book is
filled with the most up to date information on how anyone can work and succeed in the festival and fair markets.

Inside this new book you will learn how to effectively market to festivals with a show tailored to them. Gain proven phone scripts, lead generation letters and follow up email templates that you can easily use. Learn the golden secrets of festival marketing that gains you the advantage. All this and more.

I am really blessed and grateful to so many folks over 10 years who have helped make this book a reality. I want to thank a lot of you as well for helping this dream come to life. Thanks to each of you.

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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8. KIDabra News And Updates
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Message by Mark Daniel (US)

KIDabra News and Updates
Message by Mark Daniel (US)

August 22-25

The KIDabra KIDshow Auction Wednesday August 22

Comb your closets and magic rooms to prepare for The 24th Incredible KIDabra KIDshow Auction with Auctioneer Extraordinare, Gary Shelton, Wednesday Evening August 22nd at KIDabra. Hundreds of KIDshow props, tricks, books, and more will change hands to inspire new owners! This year the evening features the Conference opening ceremonies, a Very Special New KIDabra Welcome Show produced by Christopher T. Magician and the Auction, which all make for a jam packed kick off to KIDabra!

KIDabra Dealers
For one week a year the KIDabra Vendors Room is the heart and focus of the KIDshow industry with World Premieres, debuts, and the tools to build great shows! In the dealer's room, confirmed so far, Tommy James Magic, Axtell Expressions, Barry Mitchell Products, Smoky Mountain Magic, Scott Green Magic Products, Dave Hill's Magic Dollar Store, magicbackdrops.com with Jeff Jones, Jim Austin's Creative Connections, Michael Messing Photography, Jay Rumple Designs, and the Guest lecturers booth.

Plus, more to come!

Also the Very Popular Tommy James lectures for the first time on Planet Earth!

The Terrific Carisa Hendrix with the high interest - Performing with Bubbles, and Annie Banannie shares her incredible approach to Storytelling with Balloons!

Steve Axtell joins us for a look at the largest project in the history of Axtell Expressions, The Frazzle Chickens in Pigeon Forge (just down the street from the conference!).

Barry Mitchell with his 27th Consecutive Brand New Lectures designed Just for KIDabra!

A Very Rare appearance and New lecture from the incredible genius of Steve Petra! Plus, Gene Cordova joins Steve during the Optional ShowSkills for a Super Duo Puppet Workshop!

First Time Appearances by Yasu Ishida, from Japan, and Tom Hughes, from England!
The Saturday Night Gala produced and directed by Christoper T. Magician.

The Jams: Late Night Balloons with Clark Sides, Breakfast with the Santas, the Wow Early Morning Senior Show Jam with Jim Austin and Gary Shelton and more!

Plus, KIDabra KIDTalks, more lectures, and surprises to come!

You're invited to spend time with Tommy James, Christopher T Magician, Steve Axtell, Buster Balloon, Steve Petra, Carisa Hendrix, Scott Green, Tom Hughes, Yasu Ishida, Barry Mitchell, Gene Cordova, Annie Banannie, Joe Selph, Gary Shelton, Andrew Remnet, John Bobik, Jim Austin, Clark Sides, Tim Gaines, Tate Elliott, your hosts Mark and Tami Daniel and a who's who of the KIDshow World, August 22-25 in the Resort Town of Pigeon Forge.

This year KIDabra is in late August, and with lower hotel rates! KIDabra Conference is the go to gathering, and resource center for the KIDshow and Family Entertainment World, who are- You and Me!

Performers arrive from all over the world to share in this important week of the
KIDshow community/industry!

KIDabra happens in one of the World's Top Family Entertainment destinations: Pigeon Forge, home of Dollywood, Terry Evanswood, and Barry Mitchell. You'll find Darren Romeo, Niels Duinker, and Jessica Jane Peterson there too!

A popular show/tourist area, Pigeon Forge/Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and The Great Smoky Mountain National Park are a family performers study arena that's "magic" settles on you
like a favorite comforter.

The KIDshow Stars will Shine! Make your plans today, and we're never
complete until you're there!

Register http://www.kidabra.org/register-kidabra-tn-b
Hotel/Travel http://www.kidabra.org/hoteltravel
Schedule: www.kidabra.org/2018-schedule

Full info www.kidabra.org

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9. Final Call For Registrations - GeniiCon2018 Sydney, Australia
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Message by Kent Blackmore (Australia)

Workshops
The hands-on workshop sessions will present you with a choice. You'll be able to select 2 out of the 3 workshops. Levent has asked that anyone attending his workshop give some thought to what stage magic they would like to discuss. His main lecture "The Fundamental Rules of Stage Magic" has silks, billiard balls, cards, coins, and a salt pour, this might give you some options. As a default, he will cover the miser's dream so if you have a wine bucket of any sort, please bring it along.

Dealer profile - Allan Sullivan's Estate
Long time Sydney magic stalwart Allan Sullivan passed away last year. Allan was an avid collector and buyer of magic for over 50 years. Graham Kite and his wife Suzanne have been working along with Kent and Peter to catalogue and sort the contents of Allan's house. As a result, Graham and Suzanne will have a large stand in the dealer's area. Much of what is available will be rare and many of the books are long time out of print. There are over 40 boxes of books alone and the prices have been set a realistic levels to ensure a good clearance rate.

Steve Walker Memorial Banquet
Seating for the banquet is at tables of 10. You will have the opportunity to write your names against tables on a seating chart.

The Dealer's Display

GeniiCon18 has the finest array of dealers we've ever had at one of our events.

Remember, we have a special stand selling Allan Sullivan's enormous collection of rare and unusual pre-owned magic books.

We also have a vast array of new, exciting and interesting magic from an International dealer line-up. Check out this list to whet your appetite: -
www.pipermagic.com.au
www.heyprestomagic.com.au
www.globalmagicshop.com.au
www.card-shark.de
www.xristomagic.com
www.triksulap.com
www.808magic.com.tw
www.paulrichards.com/magicians-only.html
www.mypetboris.com
www.ithump.com.au
www.sillymagic.com
www.leventmagic.com
www.magiccoach.com

Magic at The Tivoli
Starring Silly Billy, Paul Richards, Levent, Joel Howlett, Jeannie, Sean Taylor and Brendan Montanner's Magic to the Max!

Few of us are old enough to remember the wonderful Tivoli circuit in Australia which played host to the greatest magicians of their era. People like Houdini, Chung Ling Soo, Carter, Dante and The Maskelynes. (Sydney actually had 2 Tivoli theatres - one prior to 1928 in Castlereagh St and one after that in Hay Street). How apt then that the largest showroom at the Rooty Hill RSL is named "Tivoli" after this golden age of variety. We need your help to fill this huge showroom.

www.geniicon18.com

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10. Shin Lim Lecture At Fantasma Magic
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Message by Steve Vil of Fantasma (USA)

Henry Evans Meet and Greet (free) at Fantasma Magic on Tuesday, June 12 from 4-6 pm.

Henry Evans Show at Fantasma Magic on Wednesday, June 13 at 7 pm followed by a Lecture at 8:15 pm.

Tickets (regular seating and VIP seating) for both events here: http://www.fantasmamagic.com/index.php?route=product/
search&search=henry%20evans%20june

Shin Lim Lecture at Fantasma Magic on Saturday, June 30th. Meet and Greet from 1-4 pm (free).
Lecture from 6-7:30 pm. It WILL be sold out. Tickets (regular seating and VIP seating) for both events here: http://www.fantasmamagic.com/index.php?route=product/
search&search=shin%20lim%20lecture

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11. Magic History Gathering at The Magic Circle
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Message by Peter Lane (UK)

On Saturday 9th June the 2018 Magic History Gathering will be held at
The Magic Circle. The programme includes a variety of talks. There are
talks on the female magicians Talma and Suzy Wandas. The history of card
magic is covered by talks on Edward G. Brown and Richard Kaufman talking
about Cliff Green. The lives of Jardine Ellis, the Pinchbecks and
Servais Le Roy will also be covered.

There will be a sale of collectable books.

The day starts with coffee at 10am and will finish by 6-30pm.

The price of tickets is £40 which includes a substantial buffet lunch,
afternoon tea and morning coffee. The event is open to non-members of
The Magic Circle.

Tickets can be obtained from The Magic Circle website
(www.themagiccircle.co.uk)

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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 centre 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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