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Issue Number: #1497
Date: Sunday 3rd March 2019
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 Award Special Edition 56
3. Criss Angel - Greatest Of All Time Award
4. Preview Of S.A.M.'s March 2019 Issue
5. The Magic Word Podcast
6. Open All Day - John Carey #33
7. Daytona Festival Of Magic
8. News From Germany
9. Gambling Catalog Online o The Collection Of Tom Blue
10. Dynamo Raises Awareness Of Crohn's Disease
11. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice
12. E-zine Archives

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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: www.magicnewzealand.com/ezine-archive/2019-Jan-to-Dec-2019/1497-Mar03-2019.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 Award Special Edition 56
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Message by Paul Romhany - Editor Vanish Magazine

The world's largest printed and digital magic magazine.

Free digital copy from www.vanishmagazine.com

The Vanish Awards committee has spent over a year working on the Vanish Awards. This special edition announces all the winners for 2018-2019. This is a very special edition with categories such as the GOAT Award (Greatest of All Time), Inspirational Award, Life Time Achievement, Close-Up, and more.

We have photos and video from the award presentation in Las Vegas over the past weekend where magazine creator and editor Paul Romhany joined Awards Chairman David Penn and they presented Criss Angel with the prestigious GOAT Award.

Also in this edition there are magic routines by Gregory Wilson, Louie Foxx, Chiam Yu Sheng.
Articles by Nick Lewin, Chuck Caputo, David J. Atwood, Jeff Christensen, Colin Underwood, Jason Ladanyeh, Joshua Endress and more.

The topics range from kids magic to setting up your own venue as well as looking at the very latest hits from Blackpool Magic Convention. We also highlight two incredible magic tricks including Unplugged and Opus Book Test.

108 pages of news, reviews articles and the Awards.

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3. Criss Angel - Greatest Of All Time Award
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Message by Paul Romhany - Editor Vanish Magazine

The Awards committee made up of professional magicians from around the world joined together to vote Criss Angel with the Vanish GOAT Award - Greatest of All Time. Every single person who has seen his signature levitation agreed it was the single best illusion in the history of magic. Performed on a fully LIT stage it included a suspension, levitation and so much more.

Wayne Dobson himself said, "It is the greatest illusion I have ever seen."

David Penn, Chairman of the world-wide committee said:

"In consideration for this award, the Committee wish to acknowledge the contribution that 'Criss Angel's MINDFREAK Live' has made to the art of magic and theatrical production. We believe that the elements and cutting-edge illusions presented in this production have cemented a permanent place in the history of magic.

Criss' Signature Levitation has been acknowledged by many scholars as the greatest illusion of all time. The levitation, is only one highlight in a show that can only be described as 'A Concert Of Illusions'.

https://www.broadwayworld.com/las-vegas/article/Criss-Angels-MINDFREAK-Awarded-The-Greatest-Of-All-Time-By-Vanish-Magic-Magazine-20190223
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4. Preview Of S.A.M.'s March 2019 Issue
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Message by Lindsay Smith (US)

"Lawrence Hass, Ph.D., is perhaps the most unusual magician you'll ever meet." That's the opening line of this month's cover feature titled "Lawrence Hass: Philosopher Magician, And So Much More" by Dr. Geoffrey Grimes. But maybe you already met him - in one of his philosophy classes, at one of his performances, read one of his books, or learned from him in one of his classes as Dean of the McBride Magic & Mystery School in Las Vegas. There's all that and more in this six-page article by Dr. Grimes, who was featured on a former M-U-M cover himself.

Following that, Lawrence offers "Two Routines from Larry Hass," a version of Eugene Burger's The Haunted Deck, and Skin in the Game, a routine requiring only an ESP deck and a coin purse.

Protecting Our Magic Youth is the timely topic of "Q&A with SYM Executive Director Dan Rodriguez" about recent reports of a magician being arrested after being accused of several counts of sexually assaulting students in magic classes. The Q&A has important information for anyone who works with children in their communities.

National SAM President Ron Ishimaru shares a self-assessment worksheet in his "From the President's Desk" column, and recommends that you fill out your own assessment with your favorite trick or illusion. Ron offers two of his favorite self-assessment results, the Ring on a Spring, and the Guess the Number in a Covered Cube, both of which he has used for many years.

SAM Dean George Schindler writes about Many Voices in the pages of this month's "The Dean's Diary." You will identify with many of the examples George puts forth. He mentions examples of Tenyo tricks, smart phones, and wonders if laymen view them as just novelties. He refers you to Bruce Kalver's column, "Tech Tricks" for some of the technical tricks. He suggests having fun with the gadgets and novelties, and then getting back to being magicians.

Bruce Kalver's "Tech Tricks" column does, indeed, include a Talking Card Box routine mentioned by Dean George Schindler in his column, along with two other tech tricks that Bruce thinks may be of interest to other "techies."

Paul Draper writes about The Mentalist As Emcee in his "On Second Thought…" column, and explains why most mentalists are masters of the spoken word, making them ideal candidates for the emcee role. While his column focuses on mentalists and Paul's personal experiences, the information here should be eagerly absorbed by all potential emcees.

"Nervous? Who, me?" Stage fright. That's the focus of "Taking the Stage" column by Brian T. Lees. No less a professional than Red Skelton said that everyone gets butterflies before they walk onstage. He suggested that those who say they don't are not telling the truth. And it's just not performers who get nervous, it's your volunteers too. Brian covers both this month.

"No Smoke, No Mirrors" columnist David Corsaro interviews Michael Kent about pre-show promotion and self-promotion for college or public shows. Their Q&A covers posters, promotional "teaser" performances, getting booked on local news shows, and social media examples. There's valuable information here.

M-U-M's closest-to-the-Equator columnist, Kien Meng Wee in Singapore, a.k.a. Mr. Bottle, writes about the creative process and theming a show in "Magic in a Bottle." Obviously, Steve Axtell's wonderful Magic Drawing Board has made its way around the world and into the shows of many, and Mr. Bottle offers some ideas for its use beyond its basic presentation.

The always anticipated and well-read "Shop Talk" column reviews two books, five tricks, three DVDs, and two miscellaneous items this month by six knowledgeable reviewers who give you their best pros-and-cons opinions. This is no-nonsense, you-could-find-a-gem-here material.

David Goodsell's "The S.A.M. History Project" column introduces us to Walter Truman Best, better known as Edward Maro who traveled as "Maro, Prince of Magicians." Don't know that name either? That's okay; this is a history column. He was the first magician to travel a Lyceum circuit. There's more about him in David's column.

In Norman Beck's life, he encounters a lot of interesting, fascinating, and sometimes forgettable people, many of whom find their way into his "Thoughts on Thinking" column. This month's "educated idiot" is a highly paid professional public speaker who Norman identifies only as "AW." You'll enjoy reading their exchange of emails and what Norman took away from that.

Of course there's much more. Editor Alan Howard's "Preshow" column, "Correspondence," "Good Cheer" and "Broken Wands," "SAM News," including 22 pages of "Assembly Reports," a report of "SAM Assembly #89 performed for US Military Veterans in Hawaii," and an update of "Magic Week 2018." Then there's "Diversions" with puzzles, IQ tests, and the Basil the Baffling & Chloe cartoon. Our advertisers would enjoy knowing that you saw their advertisement in M-U-M.

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

Richard Hatch Part Two - The Plains Magicians on The Magic Word Podcast

We complete our two part conversation this week with bibliophile, Richard Hatch, who talks about some of the magicians and entertainers who passed through the Plains States such as Utah. Dick lives near Salt Lake City, Utah and has been doing extensive research on these entertainers such as Artemus Ward, contemporary of Mark Twain and known as Abraham Lincoln's favorite humorist (comedian). He focuses on Washington Simmons who befriended Brigham Young (head of the Mormon faith) and was quite well known as a Plains Magician in the 1800's.

You can watch a video clip of Richard Hatch, see some photos of those who are mentioned in this podcast (including a picture of the fabled boots owned by Brigham Young), listen online to the podcast, and download the MP3 file at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/477-richard-hatch-part-two

Be sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter to learn who is on the podcast this week plus who is coming next week and a suggestion from the archives.

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6. Open All Day - John Carey #33
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Message by John Carey (UK)
https://carey-scene.com/jc-main

In John Bannon's latest book Destination Zero is a beautiful hands off card at a number presentation called The ThirtySecond Sense. I loved the effect but wanted an approach where my spectator didn't have too much procedure to carry out or remember. Luckily, Gene Finnell's wonderful free-cut principle achieves this objective in a very expedient fashion.

Requirements: A 51 card deck and a small change purse contains mixed coinage total ing 34 pence or 34 of whatever currency you use.

Bring out the purse and casually table it. State that you will get a few people involved in the proceedings. Hand out three packets of cards, each containing seventeen cards to three spectators. The Elmsley technique of pushing off and silently counting in groups of three is the most efficient way of doing this. Request the cards to be well mixed and have each packet tabled, forming a row of three packets.

Ask one of the group to pick up any packet and lift away a portion, look at the face card, say 5 of Clubs and drop that packet on top of either of the two tabled packets. Get them to drop the other tabled packet on top. Finally have them mix the remaining cards they are holding and drop them on top of everything and square up. Walk and talk them through the Jay Ose false cut from Lorayne's Close Up Card magic and you are in a very strong position. Their thought of card is automatically thirty-fourth from the top, thanks to the ingenious free-cut principle.

Mention you will make a wager with your helper. Pick up the change purse and open it. Take out all of the coins except for a 5 pence piece and toss them to the table. Close the purse and throw aside, as if unimportant.

Have your spectator pick up the deck in readiness for dealing. Pick up one of the

tabled coins and call out its value. Have your helper deal and count that amount into a face-down pile. Repeat the above sequence with each of the remaining coins, your helper dealing on top of the previous cards, forming a packet of twenty-nine cards. Act confidently and ask them to turn over the top card of the tabled packet. It will not be their mental selection...

Look crestfallen as if the whole thing has gone wrong and say to the spectator that he wins the money and the purse! This should get a laugh. Pick up the purse and open it. Then act surprised and 'notice' there is a coin left inside, a 5 pence piece. Show this situation and remove the coin. "My bad, please count 5 more cards." He does and calls out the name of his thought of card. The last card dealt is turned over to reveal his card and everybody goes home happy.
Kudos to Mr Bannon and Finnell.

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7. Daytona Festival Of Magic
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Message from Harry Allen (US)

Daytona Festival of Magic selling registrations way ahead of schedule https://www.daytonamagic.com/

Lance will be doing for the First time at Daytona Festival of Magic his new show...

Click on the link and watch Lances' video clip.
Along with Lance will be:
Kyle and Mistie Knight
Mondre
Stuart Macdonald
Fieldinf West
Keith West
Giovanni Livera
Harry Allen
Scott Humston
Erick Olson

Plus More..........

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8. News From Germany
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Message by Wittus Witt (Germany)

Some German magicians are touring the country this year

In June the Ehrlich Brothers will present their spectacular show in Düsseldorf in a huge stadium with a capacity of 38.504 seats to break their own record from 2016.

Since Copperfield there has been no other magician who performs in such large venues.

Florian Zimmer is quite well known amongst magicians but not to the general public. However he will also go on tour this year to show his illusions in large halls with 2000 and more seats.

Better known to the public is FISM winner Nicolai Friedrich (the creator of Mona Lisa trick) who is still on tour with his show. He goes to theatres with about 1000 seats.

Also quite well known is Helge Thun (leader of "Flicking Fingers"). Since last year he has a brand new show which he performs only in small theatres.

Not to forget several close-up theatres which play regularly every week: "Krist" in Munich (https://www.magic-theater.de/), "Strotmann'a" in Stuttgart (https://www.strotmanns.com/), "Stefan Kirschbaum" in Nuremberg (https://www.wundermanufaktur.de/), and myself in Hamburg (http://www.galerie-we.de/Zauber-Salon.html).

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9. Gambling Catalog Online o The Collection Of Tom Blue
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Message by Potter & Potter Auctions

Catalog Now Online

Gambling the collection of Tom Blue - March 30, 2019

The catalog for our annual gambling auction is now online. Rare and antiquarian books from the library of Tom Blue lead off the sale, followed by playing cards, gambling equipment, poker and gaming sets, and prints and posters.

Bid live, online (with a 20% buyer's premium), at potterauctions.com

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10. Dynamo Raises Awareness Of Crohn's Disease
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Telegraph & Argus

Bradford magician Dynamo raises awareness of Crohn's disease

BRADFORD magician Dynamo has hit out after a national newspaper described him as "fighting fit", saying "the way someone looks isn't necessarily an indicator of health".

Dynamo - whose real name is Steven Frayne and hails from Delph Hill - was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease almost 20 years ago.

Last March, he shared a video explaining his health problems brought on by a bout of food poisoning, which led to him gaining weight.

Today, a national newspaper shared paparazzi photos of Dynamo walking his dog, exclaiming he was looking "fighting fit as he continues to battle with Crohn's disease".

It said he "looked slim and healthy after gaining weight due to the illness" and "appears to be winning the fight" against Crohn's

Responding to the article, Dynamo tweeted: "Hey @MetroUK, I'm doing better thanks, but as any Crohns/RA sufferer will you tell you, the way someone looks isn't necessarily a great indicator of health.

It said he "looked slim and healthy after gaining weight due to the illness" and "appears to be winning the fight" against Crohn's

https://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/17466714.bradford-magician-dynamo-raises-awareness-of-crohns-disease/

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11. 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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