* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Magic New Zealand * www.watson.co.nz/fezine.html * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Issue Number: #566 Date: Sunday 30th March 2008 Editor: Alan Watson www.magicianz.com www.Alan-Watson.com e-mail: AW@Alan-Watson.com ================================ Hi here is the latest news ================================ 1. Editor's Message 2. The Robert Harbin Centenary Weekend 3. The David Berglas Award 4. Charles Gauci Calls It A Day 5. Portable Theater 6. Remarkable Magic #45 - Nick Lewin 7. Starting On Time! - By Kyle Peron 8. History In The Making At SAMTalking.com 9. Entertaining On The Ocean #25 - Paul Romhany 10. Magicana Magazine April/May 11. The New Ken Brooke Book 12. The Late John Salisse Collection 13. Midwests Magic Jubilee Special Announcement! 14. Magic In The Rockies 2008 15. Two Great Magician Lecturers At Fantasma Magic 16. Magic In Dallas & Houston 17. Oakland Magic Circle Magic Auction And Market 18. 14th Annual 2-Day Magic Auction 19. Albo Books Wanted 20. 29th New Zealand International Magicians Convention 2008 21. e-zine Archives 22. Privacy Policy And Copyright Notice -------------------------------------------- 1. Editor's Message -------------------------------------------- I would like to thank our three regular columnists Nick Lewin, Kyle Peron and Paul Romhany for sharing their stories and ideas weekly. Judging from the amount of e-mail regarding their columns they all have a huge following. Remember if you have any magic news drop me a line: AW@Alan-Watson.com -------------------------------------------- 2. The Robert Harbin Centenary Weekend -------------------------------------------- Chris Woodward (UK) The Robert Harbin Centenary Weekend will be held at The Magic Circle on 14th, 15th and 16th February 2009. An exciting series of events are being planned to honour this great name in the history of Magic and The Magic Circle. Further details will be announced later but meantime please make a note in your diary of these important dates. Chris Woodward MIMC Organising Chairman -------------------------------------------- 3. The David Berglas Award -------------------------------------------- Message from Terry Herbert (UK) At the recent Annual Dinner of The British Magical Society, reputed to be the oldest magical society in the world, The David Berglas Award was presented to Terry Herbert "For services to magic and performing ability" by their President Mr. John Price. Previous recipients of this coveted award amongst others have included Paul Daniels, John Fisher, Ali Bongo, Alan Shaxon, Pat Page, Wayne Dobson, Geoffrey Durham and Alex Elmsley. -------------------------------------------- 4. Charles Gauci Calls It A Day -------------------------------------------- Message from Brian Pleasants (Aust) After six years as President of the Australian Society of Magicians (ASM), Charles Gauci has stood down from the position and from the committee to take a well deserved rest. Charles took on the president's position when the society was in decline and membership was down to less than 60. With just a small committee to back him, Charles introduced a series of successful programmes and events leading up to the 2007 Centenary Convention and the fortunes of ASM dramatically improved. With a healthy bank balance and a doubling of the membership numbers Charles was able to hand over the leadership reins at the March AGM knowing that his work was done newly elected President Jason Varga will aim to oversee the continuing improvement with the assistance of a new young committee which itself is a reflection on the health of the Society as there is a full complement of officers and committee members, for the first time for many a year. Membership enquiries should be addressed to Brian Pleasants at brianpleasants@optusnet.com.au -------------------------------------------- 5. Portable Theater -------------------------------------------- Message from Charlie Fenn Dancing Spring Magic It's taken me almost five years to perfect, but it's finally ready and will be advertised for the first tims in MUM - April Issue. If you would like to see the basic operation, go to http://youtube.com/portabletheater. -------------------------------------------- 6. Remarkable Magic #45 - Nick Lewin -------------------------------------------- Message from Nick Lewin (US) Some late night haunts that haunt me. I just received an email from Steve Valenti in which he described his late night/early morning visits to the Snow White coffee shop with Johnny Platt. This particular greasy spoon probably holds many a magical memory. The clientele were as bizarre a bunch of misfits as you were ever likely to meet. Believe me the magicians who visited were the least weird! The Snow White was (it may still be) located on the end of Hollywood Boulevard nearest Highland and just around the corner was the Power House Bar, which was something of a spiritual partner to the Snow White. Johnny had BEEN patronizing the Power Bar for many decades and somehow failed to notice that it had turned into a biker bar. Steve recalls him and Johnny being the only two people in the bar without tattoos. It was often the case that the very best Magic Castle moments weren't actually in the Castle at all. When the final drink was served, the front door locked and your car retrieved the next decision was where to go for coffee. There was quite a selection of suitable establishments in the vicinity and I think I explored them all. If you were lucky enough to have McComb in the group then you tended to head to the 'Rock & Roll' Denny's on Sunset, which is not to be confused with the 'Riot' Hiatt also on Sunset. Billy would drink cup after cup of java and tell tales of magic that kept you awake just as surely as the strong coffee. Billy's usual meal was an English muffin and scrambled eggs and when the time came to refill his coffee cup he would often balance the empty cup on his head to attract the waitress' attention. For Billy telling stories and drinking coffee required nicotine and the biggest battle was usually over how he obtained his nicotine fix in these various non-smoking establishments. As in most things in life Billy had a system. He would pull out his pipe and start puffing away at the Old Bruno ready rubbed shag with which it was filled. He carried his lighter in a small pouch around his neck to speed up the whole process. Within a few minutes a waitress or manager would arrive and point out that smoking was not allowed. With the uttermost charm Billy would apologize and then as soon as they walked away would carry right on smoking his pipe. When they returned to repeat the request Billy would apologize profusely and as soon as they walked away he would light up a cigarette. Usually the cigarette went unnoticed for a while due to the pungent odor of his 'Old Bruno' still wafting in the air in blue clouds. When the management returned to complain about the cigarette Billy would innocently reply that he thought it was just pipe smoking that was forbidden. My other favorite afterhour's coffee shop was the Copper Penny on La Brea where I would often spend the wee hours chatting with my dear friend Jules Lenier. I would always run Jules home from the Castle and we never could quite finish our conversation before the end of the brief journey. We would end up at the Copper Penny talking magic and eating English muffins covered in butter and liberally sprinkled with salt. Jules would perform close-up mindreading effects to impress the waitress and sometimes threaten to demonstrate his hypnotic abilities. I never actually saw Jules hypnotize anyone but he always swore he could and I almost believed him. Well, this is just a couple of my favorite places and people from the past. Don Lawton, Jack Hurlbut and Mickey O'Malley were other fabulous late night raconteurs who enlivened the post Castle early hours. Don't even get me started on late night hot dogs from the amazing Pink's stand in Hollywood. They are a tale IN themselves. As always send any bricks or bouquets to nicklewin1@mac.com check out my website at www.nicklewin.com -------------------------------------------- 7. Starting On Time! - By Kyle Peron -------------------------------------------- Message from Kyle Peron (US) magic4u02@aol.com http://www.kyleandkellymagic.com If you perform any shows for any clients in any market, chances are you have come across this problem on more than one occasion. You get to an event, set up your show and have everything ready to go. Your show start time comes around and you let your client know and they inform you that you need to wait because the guests are not all there or they are not ready yet. You then stand by your stuff looking at your watch hoping your next show is not delayed because you are already behind schedule. I thought I would share with you some ideas that I use myself and have come across through discussions with fellow performers on this very issue. I hope it may give some insight and ideas or at least food for thought. - I always make sure to ask when the event will be starting for the guests. This gives me a good idea for when people "should" be there. I can then base my arrival time and show time accordingly. I can also suggest what would be a good time to have people arrive and what would then be a good time for me to start. - I always schedule the show start time to be around 30 minutes after the guests are supposed to all be there. However, I always "ask" the client their schedule for the event. This is important because I cannot assume that they do not have anything lined up. It is best to find out firsthand what their thoughts are for the schedule. Often times by doing this, I get a chance to help them schedule things out because in most cases they have not thought that far ahead. In this way I am helping them solve problems and in return helping myself ensure a good start time. It allows me to be a solutions provider. - I always leave myself extra time to set up even though I can set up in a much shorter time span. Usually this is like 10-15 mins extra I add on. I do this when I can so that I am not rushed. It also does 2 things for me 1) I get a chance to mix and mingle with the guests to get to know them before the show starts and 2) If I am done setting up early (which I usually always am), I get the chance to go on early. - When I am done setting up, I make it a point to inform the client that I am properly set up and ready to begin and can start if they would like me to. It is also important to note that we should all be doing this. You cannot assume that the client knows when you are done even if you think it is plainly obvious. Make it a point to simply let them know you are ready. In many cases I am allowed to go on early which just makes things run better for everyone and prevents me from having to stand around. - It is important to communicate effectively with the client. Being a professional means being one all the time and does not mean being one only when you hit the stage. Because of this, I make it an effort to communicate with them from the very first time we chat. I show interest in their event and state my arrival time, the best idea for a start time and how that can benefit them and how long the show will run. I then make sure to follow this up in a contract or confirmation letter that goes out to them. - I also do a confirmation call or email a few days prior to the event. This is to make sure that if anything has changed, I am informed of that change. It also gives me the chance to state again the arrival times and start times with them. - If I have another show I must get to that day, I also discuss this with the client up front and let them know the importance of me starting on time. That I can adjust my start time earlier for them if need be but I must end at a certain time and start at a certain time to ensure that every client gets a full professional show and service. If you are honest and upfront with clients, they will understand. - Remember that YOU are the entertainment expert. In most cases, you know way more than the client does in regards to how a show and event can and should run. If you keep that in mind, then you can always help your client and build relationships with them simply by suggesting and helping them with their scheduling. They will thank you for the ideas and suggestions and will work with you on them. It just takes the ability to listen to their needs and feeling comfortable enough to suggest ideas to them. 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. -------------------------------------------- 8. History In The Making At SAMTalking.com -------------------------------------------- Maria Ibâñez National President Society of American Magicians Greetings everyone, I am very excited to see that SAMtalking is taking giant and innovative steps forward! Now there are videos that you can access directly from the site, as long as you are a member of the S.A.M. and a registered user of SAMtalking.com. Thanks to the collaboration of John Moehring, MUM Editor and Neil Tobin, SAMtalking Administrator/Moderator, and Jon Racherbaumer, there is "history in the making" at SAMtalking.com. Now there is the capability of posting videos right on the site. This is a password protected area that can only be reached by a member in good standing of the S.A.M., who is also a registered user of SAMtalking.com. The first of the videos is Cut-Deeper Force. The response has been great and the excitement grows with the promise of more tutorial videos. National Secretary, Chuck Lehr, says "WOW...One small step for man One GIANT step for magiciankind!! How incredible this is.. it makes me feel like a real computer geek!" Bob Leedom says: "Cut-Deeper Force - A good start. Let's hope this section builds into a great library of video teaching aids. Thanks!" Jack Barnes says: "Great force and simple." National President, Maria Ibanez, says: "Thank you, John Moehring, Jon Racherbaumer and Neil Tobin for your hard work and for taking SAMtalking many, many steps forward. I look forward to more videos being posted. You guys are the greatest!" Don't be left wondering what this is all about -- register today at SAMtalking.com to access the videos and other areas of the forum. I look forward to seeing you there. Keep a dream in the making. -------------------------------------------- 9. Entertaining On The Ocean #25 - Paul Romhany -------------------------------------------- Message from Paul Romhany (NZ) www.chaplinmagic.com Cruising Around the World This week I will give you a short history on the wonderful world of cruising. It has become such a huge industry and is still growing. The new ships being built will hold up to 6000 passengers . that's a bigger population than the town Natalie and I live in. I can only imagine the work that will become available for magicians. It's amazing to see how quickly the industry has built up and to see the changes. The earliest ocean-going vessels were not primarily concerned with passengers, but rather with the cargo that they could carry. Black Ball Line in New York in 1818, was the first shipping company to offer regularly scheduled service from the United States to England and to be concerned with the comfort of their passengers. By the 1830s steamships were introduced and dominated the transatlantic market of passenger and mail transport. English companies dominated the market at this time, led by the British and North American Royal Mail Steam Packet (later the Cunard Line). On July 4, 1840, Britannia , the first ship under the Cunard name, left Liverpool with a cow on board to supply fresh milk to the passengers on the 14-day transatlantic crossing. The advent of pleasure cruises is linked to the year 1844, and a new industry began. During the 1850s and 1860s there was a dramatic improvement in the quality of the voyage for passengers. Ships began to cater solely to passengers, rather than to cargo or mail contracts, and added luxuries like electric lights, more deck space, and entertainment. In 1867, Mark Twain was a passenger on the first cruise originating in America, documenting his adventures of the six month trip in the book Innocents Abroad. The endorsement by the British Medical Journal of sea voyages for curative purposes in the 1880s further encouraged the public to take leisurely pleasure cruises as well as transatlantic travel. Ships also began to carry immigrants to the United States in "steerage" class. In steerage, passengers were responsible for providing their own food and slept in whatever space was available in the hold. By the early 20th century the concept of the superliner was developed and Germany led the market in the development of these massive and ornate floating hotels. The design of these liners attempted to minimize the discomfort of ocean travel, masking the fact of being at sea and the extremes in weather as much as possible through elegant accomodations and planned activates. The Mauritania and the Lusitania, both owned by the Cunard Line of England, started the tradition of dressing for dinner and advertised the romance of the voyage. Speed was still the deciding factor in the design of these ships. There was no space for large public rooms, and passengers were required to share the dining tables. The White Star Line, owned by American financier J.P. Morgan, introduced the most luxurious passenger ships ever seen in the Olympic (complete with swimming pool and tennis court) and Titanic. Space and passenger comfort now took precedence over speed in the design of these ships-resulting in larger, more stable liners. The sinking of the Titanic on its maiden voyage in 1912 devastated the White Star Line. In 1934, Cunard bought out White Star; the resulting company name, Cunard White Star, is seen in the advertisements in this project. World War I interrupted the building of new cruise ships, and many older liners were used as troop transports. German superliners were given to both Great Britain and the United States as reparations at the end of the war. The years between 1920 and 1940 were considered the most glamorous years for transatlantic passenger ships. These ships catered to the rich and famous who were seen enjoying luxurious settings on numerous newsreels viewed by the general public. American tourists interested in visiting Europe replaced immigrant passengers. Advertisements promoted the fashion of ocean travel, featuring the elegant food and on-board activities. Cruise liners again were converted into troop carriers in World War II, and all transatlantic cruising ceased until after the war. European lines then reaped the benefits of transporting refugees to America and Canada, and business travelers and tourists to Europe. The lack of American ocean liners at this time, and thus the loss of profits, spurred the U.S. government to subsidize the building of cruise liners. In addition to the luxurious amenities, ships were designed according to specifications for possible conversion into troop carriers. Increasing air travel and the first non-stop flight to Europe in 1958, however, marked the ending of transatlantic business for ocean liners. Passenger ships were sold and lines went bankrupt from the lack of business. The 1960s witnessed the beginnings of the modern cruise industry. Cruise ship companies concentrated on vacation trips in the Caribbean, and created a "fun ship" image which attracted many passengers who would have never had the opportunity to travel on the superliners of the 1930s and 1940s. Cruise ships concentrated on creating a casual environment and providing extensive on-board entertainment. There was a decrease in the role of ships for transporting people to a particular destination; rather, the emphasis was on the voyage itself. The new cruise line image was solidified with the popularity of the TV series "The Love Boat" which ran from 1977 until 1986. Paul Romhany paul@chaplinmagic.com www.paulromhany.com www.chaplinmagic.com BLOG - http://romhanyreport.blogspot.com -------------------------------------------- 10. Magicana Magazine April/May -------------------------------------------- Michael Woolf - Editor Magicana The new Magicana Magazine is in the mail this weekend. The cover features a fine portrait of John Shryock, who will headline at the 29th New Zealand International Magicians' Convention in Auckland in December. Also in this issue - an extended interview with Canadian Shawn Farquhar, David Ginn, Bernard Reid, Terry Seabrooke, Richard Webster and Roderick Mulgan. Plus book reviews, club reports, collectors items and magic news. Check the Magicana website - www.magicana.co.nz -------------------------------------------- 11. The New Ken Brooke Book -------------------------------------------- Message from Steve Cook Just to let readers of your Newsletter know that the book I've produced on Ken Brooke (Legend: An anecdotal tribute to Ken Brooke), is now ready for dispatch. I will contact those people who have reserved a copy of the book in due course. there will be a full page advert in 'Abra' magazine in a couple of weeks. The price of the book to Australia/New Zealand, Asia, USA or Canada will be £45-00 (inc. air-mail p&p) The price in the UK is £35-00 (inc. p&p), and for the rest of Europe it will be £38-00 (inc. p&p). many thanks to all who have been eagerly awaiting the release of this book, and thanks too for the patience and consideration shown by those interested parties during the setbacks we've encountered along the way - it is very much appreciated. Kind regards, Steve. The initial feedback has been excellent(here are a few of the many comments, should you wish to include them): "It's the most magical book I have read with no tricks in it! you have done a wonderful job! It's a monument of love to a monument in magic! The real treasure of this book is deeply buried inside. With love and deep respect". (Gaetan Bloom) "A marvellous achievement... I cannot put it down! You have presented the magical fraternity with pure gold, and a memory of a much-loved man. This book will be treasured by anyone who ever knew Ken Brooke" (Terry Herbert) "A truly wonderful book... a magnificent tribute to Ken. You should be very proud. If I had released it, I would have been proud for sure. Brilliant!" (Martin Breese) "Anyone who ever met Ken Brooke will HAVE to buy this book, if only for the memories. If you never met him, buy it and find out what he was like". (Pat Page) "I read it from cover-to-cover in one evening session, finishing at 5am. I just couldn't put it down! A beautiful book! Fabulous! You're a hell of a writer Steve!" (Barry Allen) "A wonderful book, you can be justifiably proud. The production value is quite incredible! The work involved is unbelievable! (Jim Breedon) "A Labour Of Love! I cannot imagine that REAL magicians will not wish to have this amazing document as part of their magic library, for it would be difficult to call it a magic library without this exceptional book!" (Sharron& Colin Rose - Five of Hearts Magic) "Ken Brooke was a class act as performer, dealer and teacher of his magic. This book is a Rolls Royce of a read, befitting of the class act he was. many wonderful anecdotes from his friends, give a fantastic insight into this great character". (Roger Ferriby - PEA) "It's a gorgeous book Steve! Thank you for your hard and dedicated work in producing a wonderful tribute to dear Ken". (Barbara McNaughton - partner of Ken Brooke) "If you are a magical historian, performer or dabbler, I dare you to read this book and not learn anything. Go on... I DARE YOU!!! A phenomenal book! (John Hotowka) -------------------------------------------- 12. The Late John Salisse Collection -------------------------------------------- Message from Peter Lane On Thursday 3rd April part of the late John Salisse collection will be auctioned by 'Bloomsbury Auctions'. Catalogues cost £7 can be obtained from 24 Maddox Street, London, W1S 1PP or by email to info@bloomsburyauctions.com The catalogue can also be viewed on line. The auction contains many books and props of interest to collectors. -------------------------------------------- 13. Midwests Magic Jubilee Special Announcement! -------------------------------------------- Message from Terry W. Richison We just wanted to let you know about the SPECIAL OFFER for the 2008 Midwest Magic Jubilee in St. Louis, MO. This year the Jubilee will be Aug 7-9 at the St. Louis Airport Hilton Hotel. We have a great line up of performers and celebrity registrants. I guess that is why they call it the "Convention Where the Stars Meet!" There will be 11 great lectures, 3 fantastic evening shows, 2 outstanding close up shows, a stage contest, close-up contest, 17 unbelievable dealers and more fun than should be legal. It is one of the best conventions of the year. OK what is the special deal, I mentioned. Well there are actually two of them. For a limited time, the registration rate is only $120. In addition to that low rate, with your paid registration you will receive a FREE REGISTRATION for your spouse! We had such a great response to our pre-registration offer that included the free spouse, we decided to extend it until April 31st. Check out our website at www.MMJubilee.com for all the information on Talent, contests and lectures. Take advantage of this offer. You can register online! Hope to see you there. -------------------------------------------- 14. Magic In The Rockies 2008 -------------------------------------------- Message from Tim Pendergast - Registration Chair The Fort Collins, Colorado Presto-Digitators are pleased to announce their 15th annual convention, to be held September 4-7 at the Fort Collins Marriott Hotel. Details are available at www.prestodigitators.com, by clicking on the "Magic in the Rockies" button. Registration begins May 1, 2008. -------------------------------------------- 15. Two Great Magician Lecturers At Fantasma Magic -------------------------------------------- Message from Jim Fantasma Magic April 10 - 7pm Helder Guimaraes is the reigning FISM Card Champion and is the only competitor from the card division to be chosen to compete for the Close-Up Grand Prix. He astounded the entire audience with his unique style and mind-blowing effects. He is a frequent performer on television in his native country of Portugal. Check out You Tube to see some of those performances. In this lecture Helder will perform and explain a number of routines for both close-up and parlor work. Most of these routines have never been seen by magicians before. In addition, he will be discussing a number of the theories behind his work, including some of the concepts that built his FISM routine. Helder has made only a few appearances in America. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see one of Europe's top new magicians in an intimate setting. Reserve your seat today. Tickets are $25.00 in advance - $35.00 day of event and $50.00 VIP seating (must call store to purchase 212 244-3633) April 22- 7pm In 2005 Reed was invited to Fechter's Finger-Flicking Frolic, an invitation-only gathering held in New York featuring the 100 best close-up magicians from around the world. There he received what only 35 other magicians before him have obtained: The Lou Gallo MVP award. The recipient is chosen by each year's attendees, and presented to the one whose magical achievements/contributions have highly surpassed all others. Reed is not only a magician's Magician in the world of magic, he is a consummate teacher and inventor of original magic and does seminars all over the world, teaching advanced magic to professional magicians everywhere. Reed's true passion is live performance, whether on a large scale or for small audiences at public, private and corporate events. A true artist, Reed McClintock provides a unique form of entertainment, astounding all those who have the pleasure of seeing his extraordinary talent. Let Reed put his magic to work for you! Tickets are $25.00 in advance - $35.00 day of event and $50.00 VIP seating (must call store to purchase 212 244-3633) Jim Fantasma Magic 421 7th Avenue - 2nd Floor New York, NY 10001 212 244-3633 Please visit our website to see the latest magic items. www.Fantasmamagic.com Thank you for your support! -------------------------------------------- 16. Magic In Dallas & Houston -------------------------------------------- Message from Dal Sanders Amazing Attractions The Improv Presents Ta-Da: Comedy and Magic Night "The only Magic Show in Dallas" The Improv Comedy Clubs in Dallas and Houston will experience a magical transformation as they become Texas' hotspot for magic. From the moment you walk in, you will be treated to some of the area's finest magical entertainers. Be mesmerized and enchanted as a strolling performer entertains you at your table. Then, sit back and witness live, onstage performances by some of the funniest and most entertaining magicians from Texas and around the country. This will be a magical night you won't soon forget! Doors open at 6:30. Show starts at 8:00. Tickets $15 Addison Improv 4980 Beltline Road #250 Dallas, TX 75254 (972) 404-8501 www.improv.com April 1st- Jeff Lee, Magic Mike, Darren Collins, Mica and Judy Calfee May 6th- Banachek June 3rd- Magic Mike, David and Kylie Knight, Kinetic Shiva, Dal Sanders,  Houston Improv 7620 Katy Freeway #431 Houston, TX 77024 (713) 333-8800 www.improv.com April 23rd- Richard Hatch, Jamie Salinas, Magic Mike, Jeff Lee May 7th- Banachek -Dal Dal Sanders Amazing Attractions P.O. Box 534031 Dallas, TX 75354-3031 www.StageMagic.com -------------------------------------------- 17. Oakland Magic Circle Magic Auction And Market -------------------------------------------- Message from Scott Alcalay What: Oakland Magic Circle presents The Largest and Finest Magic Auction and Flea Market in Northern California When: Tuesday, April 1, 2008 Where: Bjornson Hall, 2258 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, Ca. 94602 Come to buy, to sell, or both. A seller's table for the flea market is $15 for a full table and $10 for half. For OMC Members it's $10 for a full table and $5 for half. Isn't it time you joined the OMC? Those wishing to auction their items from the stage will donate 10% of their earnings to the OMC. If you plan on selling at the flea market, please bring your own table covering and plenty of change. Questions? Go to www.OaklandMagicCircle.com, or call Byron Walker at (510)276-1854 or call Scott Alcalay at (510)357-2499 -------------------------------------------- 18. 14th Annual 2-Day Magic Auction -------------------------------------------- Message from Larry McMechan 14th Annual 2-Day Magic Auction Preview May 23, 2008 Auction May 24 & 25, 2008 Starts 10:00 A.M. Each Day Stage-Cabaret-Illusions-Close-Up Books-Tapes-Posters-Collectors Items Items already consigned 2 original posters of Thurston, restored and on linen,- 2 4X8 paintings on Board of Thurston and Keller-Illusions: Smoke Camber-Crystal Casket-Flash Appearance-Kube Zag-Spike thru Girl-Sword thru Body-Queen's Guardhouse-Pole Levitation-Doll House-Arabian Tent- Zig Zag- Productions and Vanishes- Lighting and Sound Equipment  Now Accepting Consignments Call and consign your unwanted items now or plan to attend this large Auction and add to your repertoire Auctioneers Larry McMechan                    Lysle McMechan 210 Nation Ave. Eaton, Ohio 45320 (937)456-7136 mcmechan@infinet.com FOOD AVAILABLE ALL DAY! -------------------------------------------- 19. Albo Books Wanted -------------------------------------------- Message from Wayne McEwan magicguy@xtra.co.nz Any of the Dr Robert Albo books. Happy to make a cash offer or an in store credit for a New Zealand seller. -------------------------------------------- 20. 29th New Zealand International Magicians Convention 2008 -------------------------------------------- The 29th New Zealand International Magicians Convention will be held in Auckland, New Zealand from the night of December 27th 2008 to January 1st 2009, 1.00am. The venue will be the Waipuna Hotel and Conference Centre in Mount Wellington where we last ran a successful Convention in 2001-2002. Bookings can be made for convention accommodation by contacting: Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre, 58 Waipuna Road, Mt.Wellington, PO Box 14 164, Panmure, Auckland, New Zealand. Phone: +64 9 526 3000 Fax: +64 9 527 1937 Toll Free Reservations (NZ): 0800 924 786. http://www.waipunahotel.co.nz/ We have been able to secure a very attractive room rate of $NZ110 per night (Incl GST) for single or double rooms with registrants being able to book direct with the hotel. *************************** PLEASE NOTE that 68% of the ALLOCATED rooms have already been booked by conventioneers. If you are planning to attend best to book NOW! This convention will be a SELL OUT! *************************** The official registration form for the convention can be downloaded from: http://www.ibmring160.com/ If you don't have internet web access contact Ross Harlick, Secretary, 91 Panapa Drive, Meadowbank, Auckland 1072, New Zealand Or by: Phone: +64 (09) 521 3327 Fax: +64 (09) 521 3327 -------------------------------------------- 21. 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