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Issue Number: #951
Date: Sunday 2nd September 2012
Editor: Alan Watson
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. Criss Angel Exposes 'Mindfreak' Copycat
3. My Two Cents Worth On The America's Got Talent Show
4. Television Magic Vs America's Got Talent
5. September 2012 Issue Of The Linking Ring Magazine
6. Remarkable Magic #48 - Nick Lewin
7. Starting Cold Or Warm - #271 - Kyle Peron
9. MAGIC Magazine: FISM. Plus!
10. 2012 September Magic Castle Schedule
11. 2012 Great Yarmouth Convention
12. Hank Lee's Sentencing Scheduled For Sept. 6
13. July/August Issue Of The Mandala
14. The Gentleman Magician - Bruce Glen
15. 2012 Daytona Festival Of Magic
16. David Stone Lecture
17. Magic New Zealand App
18. e-zine Archives
19. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice
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2. Criss Angel Exposes 'Mindfreak' Copycat
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Article forwarded on by William Bowers
An
English magician performing under the name Dynamo has attracted
the attention of illusionist Criss Angel. And not in the good
way. Dynamo (born Steven Frayne) performs utilizing Criss
Angel's trademark look. If that were not bad enough . . .
Dynamo is also performing Criss Angel's signature illusions.
On television..........
For
the full article go to:
http://www.examiner.com/article/criss-angel-exposes-mindfreak-copycat
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3. My Two Cents Worth On The America's Got Talent Show
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Message by Michael Finney (US)
I
would like to add my two cents worth on the AGT show, and
magicians performing, simply stated the show is a joke. Of
all the shows like it "The Voice", "Idol",
"Dancing with the Stars" etc, AGT is the worst,
How can anyone take that show seriously, other than Terry
Fator.
You
compete against a potpourri of hit and miss acts, most of
which could not do a Las Vegas act, period. Little kids and
animals competing against adults should tell you something.
I feel for my friends who have gone on and been subjected
to judges who are not qualified to judge acts under this format.
Some will say they got some TV time, which most have already
had in one way or another. I did Star Search back in the day,
at least then you were going up against other acts doing what
you did. But even then the best acts hardly ever won! It's
all about rating's. It's all about controversy and how rude
the judges can be to acts. Many of the acts should never have
gotten on the show in the first place, that's what makes AGT
a joke from the get go!
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4. Television Magic Vs America's Got Talent
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Message by Tim Ellis (Australia)
Wayne
is absolutely spot on with his comments about magicians on
America's Got Talent. It is a very specific format which requires
a very specific style of magic.
We
are all aware that magic routines that work on stage don't
always translate well on television. I think possibly the
only exception to this rule is the French show 'Le plus Grand
Cabaret du Monde', which is a televised variety show where
performers are given 5 to 8 minutes to perform their full
cabaret acts. However, most television shows are produced
with the understanding that their audience is not committed
to the show and will change channels the moment they start
to lose interest.
Even
Korea's massively popular 'Storytelling Magic Show' (starring
Eun Gyeol Lee) which allowed magicians (including me) to do
guest spots of over an hour was shot live with 12 camera's
then tightly edited and overlayed with graphics and sound
effects to hook viewers and keep them tuned in.
AGT
is the ultimate in this style of show. The acts need to be
faster, more dynamic, more astonishing than anywhere else
on TV. You are given 90 seconds to present the best possible
version of whatever you do.
I
believe one magician who really understood this formula was
the Australian magician Cosentino, who came second on Australia's
Got Talent. He took existing 8 to 10 minute pieces from his
stage show and restaged them to cram as much of his personality
and magic in to the time allotted as possible.
As
a result, Cosentino has negotiated his own TV special (which
airs here in Australia shortly) so he will able to present
his routines at a more relaxed pace.
AGT
needs to be treated like a TV commercial, or a promo reel,
for everything you can do. A showcase for all of your skills,
not just one act.
To
illustrate what I've been saying:
Here
are some clips of Cosentino on AGT
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtkV5avQrTw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZAVRn870QA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SallrBhDFdg
Here
are some clips of me on Storytelling Magic Show
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov2lk_nfvkI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qimFCmks9Tk&feature=relmfu
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAkU4M-d-xw&feature=relmfu
Here
are some clips of Le plus Grand Cabaret du Monde
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHjaRbTfHmQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPQfzlG55y8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgdOcbUcdZs&feature=related
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5. September 2012 Issue Of The Linking Ring Magazine
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Reviewed by Paul A. Lelekis
Vol.
92, No. 9:
Editor:
Samuel Patrick Smith
This
issue marks the 90th Anniversary of The Linking Ring!
The
Linking Ring has the largest circulation of any magician's
magazine. Our editor, Mr. Samuel Patrick Smith, wrote a beautiful
article of TLR's history including the story of O.C. Aubut,
the mysterious editor of our first printed edition!
Members
can access The Linking Ring at www.magician.org.
We
have some continuing coverage of the I.B.M. Convention held
in Norfolk, Virginia with reviews of outstanding lectures,
plus the Order of Merlin Breakfast and the 2012 Linking Ring
Awards, including the great honor I, Paul A. Lelekis, received
- The Howard Bamman Award!
Memories
Of The Blackstone Cast is an excellent article of Harry Blackstone's
cast members shared by Adele Frial Rhindress and many never-before-published
photographs!
Magician/Mentalist,
Paul Hallas' One Man Parade has generously provided readers
with some beautiful magic that many will perform in their
own shows! Mr. Hallas' incredible book, Mentalism with Cards
is a brand new limited edition book (certain to become a classic!)
is "flying off the shelves" as we speak! Buy one
now before it's too late!
Mr.
Cliff Harden provides a Mini-Parade with seven more magic
effects that you will love.and if that isn't enough - our
past International I.B.M. President, Mr. Vanni Pulé
provides readers with a Bonus Parade! This is a stunning effect!
It is a variation on Martin Lewis' "Cardiographic".
A drawing of a deck of cards, on the card box, comes to life
when the selection rises out of the picture!
There
are seven huge columns in this magazine, written by experts
regarding history, biographies, performance suggestions, adult
and children's magic, as well as ancient and modern magic!
Most people will come away with many relevant "gems"
that he or she can utilize!
For
those of you who love to learn new magic will be thrilled
with the wonderful magic, fully explained, in the following
articles below:
Mike
Power's Card Corner - Jack This Ace by Trini Montes presents
a beautiful transposition effect!
Ways
And Means by Joe M. Turner presents a super-cool Mentalism
effect by me, Paul Lelekis. This was first created by Al Baker
- but mine is completely impromptu and can use a borrowed
deck!
Peter
Marucci's Showtime presents a powerful effect called Your
Card which is easy to do and has a nice twist!
Storytelling
Magic by Ed Solomon provides readers another beautiful effect
based on a Guatemalan folk legend! Again Ed's wonderful narrative
and patter, provides a story-telling saga that many will love
to include!
The
Linking Ring has a team of experts who review many new items
of magic so that the magicians of the world may purchase wisely!
There
are too many articles and too much magic in this issue of
The Linking Ring for me to list, but everyone is world class!
Advertisers
-- your products will enjoy unsurpassed worldwide promotion
in The Linking Ring through the beautiful printed magazine,
the dazzling digital edition, and links from the I.B.M. Web
Portal.
For
details about advertising in The Linking Ring, contact BJ
Hickman at advertising@magician.org.
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6. Remarkable Magic #48 - Nick Lewin
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Message by Nick Lewin (US)
My
first (and best) magic convention.
I
really don't think that there is anything much more exciting
in magic than attending your first magic convention. There
may be other great conventions you attend, but none of them
will be quite the same. This first magic convention was the
IBM convention in Southport, in the mid-sixties.
What
made it especially special for me was that I would be spending
time with my mentor and hero Ken Brooke. Not only was Ken
one of the magic dealers at the convention but he was also
to be featured in one of the shows. This convention was my
first great opportunity to study the 'demming' technique for
which Ken was famous. I discovered why he was considered legendary
in this area.
Arriving
at the convention, I received my registration package and
proudly put on my convention badge. This badge would grant
me admittance to the multitude of fascinating events listed
on my official program. I marveled that this amount of magic
could be packed into three and a half days. I was determined
to see and do everything, and if they had only had invented
'Red Bull' in those days I might even have succeeded!
My
very first stop was the Dealers Room, which seemed like an
Aladdin's cave to this youngster. The room was crowded with
small booths dedicated to the various dealers in attendance.
Each booth was filled with displays of tricks that I had previously
only been exposed to in magic catalogues. Seeing these tricks
'Live and in Person' was overwhelming, I could wander from
booth to booth and mentally select the props that I was convinced
could make me a star!
Of
course, this was my early years in magic, I hadn't by then
realized it's not the props or tricks that make the magician
but quite the reverse. However, when you begin your magic
journey, the size and brightness of your props seemed like
a sure fire fast track to success. In fact, I've seen quite
a few magicians since then, who still haven't figured this
out, even years after they should know better.
It
was easy to spot Ken Brooke's booth. It was surrounded by
the biggest crowd in the large room, all pushing forward to
get a better view of what was going on. I later discovered
that other magic dealers suffered instant cases of deep depression
when they discovered their booths were located to close to
Ken's whirlwind of attention! Ken's presence was an electric
factor to all the conventioneers.
A
great magician, Ken Brooke was also a supremely gifted salesman
at a magic convention; he made the Energizer bunny look like
a slacker! Ken had the style and attack of a grifter selling
his wares at an outdoor London street market. He talked, shouted,
did shtick and performed magic; he sold a lot of magic too.
The wad of money cash and checks in his back pocket grew bigger
and bigger by the hour.
You
never knew what Ken would do next! He would ask for ten magicians
to buy a prop 'blind,' "Give me a 'tenner' and I'll give
you piece of magic you'll use forever," he would say.
After the hundred pounds was in his back pocket he would pass
out ten wrapped packages with strict instructions, "Don't
open them now! Don't let these other cheap buggers know what
you got..." I don't think anyone ever grumbled over what
they received! In fact often they would receive items worth
two or three times their investment.
Another
favorite ruse of Ken's was to refuse to sell someone some
item that they wanted. "It's no good for you." He
would say, "You couldn't do it, if I sold it to you anyway!"
Needless to say this would cause the magician to keep working
at it until he 'persuaded' Ken to allow him to buy the item.
He mercilessly worked the crowd surrounding his booth and
played them like an instrument. I remember it fondly as being
pure theatre and far in the way the greatest show at the entire
convention.
I
attended many events during the convention but I was drawn
back to the dealer's room like a magnet to see what Ken was
up to next, and I was not the only one. Long before the convention
was over Ken had sold out the entire stock of product he had
brought with him to Southport. You could almost feel the sense
of relief from the other magic dealers present when this happened.
There
was also Ken's formal show at the convention; it was another
highlight that demonstrated his amazing mastery of commercial
entertainment. However, I think that is another column---maybe
I will combine it with the story of my astounding good fortune
of sharing a bill with Ken and another of my heroes Maurice
Fogel. So many happy memories
Check
out my own product line, available on my website www.nicklewin.com
which has been greatly influenced by Ken's philosophy of selling
commercial routines and not just props and puzzles! In fact
in honor of Ken, I will make a special offer to my readers.
The first ten magicians to make a $20 payment to my Paypal
account will receive an unlisted and very unique item. Contact
nicklewin@aol.com for the account address. I think Ken would
have liked this, and I know you ten will be very happy too!
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7. Starting Cold Or Warm - #271 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
There
has always been disagreements when it comes to the ideas and
approaches to how we perform our magic. One of the ones that
I keep hearing come up is the notion of the magician being
rarely seen or giving out too much until the show starts.
The idea is that the magician remains mysterious and that
they play larger than life when the show opens.
I
guess I can understand this way of thinking and why it sounds
like a good idea. You want things to be a surprise for the
audience. You remain this larger than life character. You
are and remain the magician and that mystery can add to the
experience.
However,
I have lately been testing (for myself) whether this really
works for me as an entertainer. Does this really work for
what I personally am trying to accomplish with my shows. The
more I look at it the more I realize that it doesn't. This
is not to say the approach is wrong. It simply means that
for who I am and for what I want to accomplish, it doesn't
work for me.
I
think it comes down to the decision whether you want to start
cold or do you want to start warmed up? Both can happen and
both can work. When I discuss starting cold, I simply mean
that the very first time the audience sees you or gets to
experience you is when the show actually starts. The music
kicks in, you make your entrance and the magic begins in this
fashion.
Starting
out warm means the ability to have the audience know you and
your character and style BEFORE the show starts. They already
get to know a bit of who you are and have experienced a taste
of your personality and style. The show then starts after
this has happened.
Once
again, neither are right nor wrong. I feel it becomes a personal
choice for the entertainer and may also depend upon the venue
as well.
I
personally love the art of improvisation. I like reacting
and acting upon what audiences say and do throughout the show.
Not only does this energize me but it energizes the audience.
The more they react the more fun we all seem to have. The
show just goes much better.
I
bring this up because starting cold seems to just not work
as well towards this goal. Have you ever gone on stage without
the audiences seeing you until that moment and then realized
it took a little while before they really got into it? I would
think it safe to say that it has happened to us all over time.
This
happens because the audience simply doesn't know who you are
and has not had the chance to "warm up" to you.
They are literally analyzing what you are doing to determine
if they feel they like you and can let down their guard and
just enjoy what is happening.
But
isn't this awkward? Doesn't it feel much more like an uphill
battle right from the start? I personally feed off an audience.
If I feel I am not getting enough reactions early on, I start
to wonder a bit. That is not a great place for the mind to
be at any point of any show. You start to question yourself
a bit and the energy you project has to be forced a bit more.
I
would much rather have the audience really liking me and really
into knowing me and my character and personality before the
show starts. I think this does 2 main powerful things for
me. 1) it allows ME to be warmed up. I get to know the audience
before the show starts and 3) it gets the audience warmed
up because they know who I am, what I am about and can let
down their guard knowing we are here to have a great time.
Now
if I do this right, when the show officially starts, they
are already so into it. There is no warm up period at that
point because they have already accepted me earlier. The reactions
tend to be greater and the energy from myself and from the
audience is much higher. There is no warm up period because
it has already happened.
So
how do I warm up an audience? It varies from venue to venue
but I do so as folks are coming in or being seated. 15 mins
before the show starts I play preshow music. I can then walk
out and perform a little bit of visual magic and make eye
contact with those seated or watching. I am already mic'd
and the music is low enough for me to talk over.
I
then state that I am here to have a bit of fun with them before
the show starts and encourage others to take their seats and
join in. At this moment I greet them and get to know them
better. I do this with no magic at all and I do that on purpose.
I simply make eye contact with folks and shake hands, high
five the kids, ask where people are from and improvise off
the situation. my style is fun and comedic and so this is
my chance to ad lib and improv off what people do or say.
It is fun for me and for the audience.
What
I find out by doing this is that the audience warms up really
quick and they start to realize they can interact and how
to react early. But the cool thing here is that as I am doing
this, I am spotting people. I am finding those kids who react
well and behave well. I am seeing hyper children that may
be best to leave alone. I am seeing shy people who might be
best not to pick. I am also getting the adults involved and
letting them know that they too can be involved in this experience.
When
the show starts, I now have a wealth of information. I have
a much better feel for who would make a good helper and do
not run as much a risk of picking the wrong person. I am also
warmed up myself. I am energized and excited and so when I
come out on stage, the reactions are there right from the
start. They feed off me and I certainly feed off them.
As
always, please feel free to contact me at magic4u02@aol.com.
I would love to hear from you. If I can be of any help as
you, please just let me know. It would be my pleasure to help.
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8. In Conversation with George Schindler - #8
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Message by Anthony Darkstone Brook - Europe/USA
AD:
Let's move on to the book that you and Frank Garcia put out
together. tell us a bit about that. is it still available?
GS:
Frank Garcia and I had been friends since he got me the job
at Holden's magic shop in 1949. I could write and Frank was
a great magician. Seemed like a good idea to get together
and so I offered to write up his magic in, 'Million Dollar
Card Secrets'. I wrote the early book with the material he
gave me. A few books followed. I wrote them, Nina edited them,
but all the magic came from Frank, hand written on yellow
note pads. Our last one was "Magic With Cards" which
was a best seller and while now out of print can still be
found on the Internet. I wrote and selected a lot of the self
working effects. These were all standard effects which we
twisted around to make them commercial for the general public.
AD:
Speaking of the greats like Frank Garcia, let's talk about
a PNP , Harry Houdini. when we went to visit Houdini's gravesite
last year you told me about the bust, David Copperfield's
contribution and many associated stories connected to the
cemetery. Please share those with us..
GS-
Sure Tony. That was a nice visit we had when you were over.
I enjoyed that. Back in the 1960's, the Parent Assembly #1
started a pilgrimage to the Houdini grave. John Bohannon and
I were on the committee to recreate the Broken wand ceremony
on the anniversary of his death Oct. 31 each year.
We
set up a fund to take care of the upkeep. We did this for
many years. Over the years there had been a great deal of
repeated vandalism and the Bust had been broken and even stolen
once.
The
PA#1 set up a fund to restore the Bust and the broken marble
benches. With the help of David Copperfield and others we
raised the money needed. We did not replace the bust on the
grave but kept it in storage and brought it out for a ceremony
each year, which we performed on the anniversary of his death
on the Jewish Calendar. This avoided the Halloween curiosity
seekers.
This
past year, thanks to Dick Brooks and Dorothy Dietrich a new
copy was made and permanently affixed to the site. They also
arranged for the care of the site.
End
of Part 8
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9. MAGIC Magazine: FISM. Plus!
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Message by Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine
There's
something about FISM. I don't know how else to say it. Maybe
it's the "world championship" thing, or maybe that
it's only held every three years, or maybe that it's hosted
in a different country every time. It could also be the fact
that well over 2,000 magicians attend, most of them coming
from a different country and different culture. That's exciting.
Of
course, with that excitement comes certain expectations. And
FISM regulars are not shy about voicing their opinions when
they feel those expectations are not met. At the moment, it's
a bit of a feeding frenzy out there.
Our
twelve-page coverage includes reports by Darren John and Eoin
Smith, along with photographs by Wittus Witt. In addition,
we have an exclusive interview with convention organizer Derek
Lever, answering some of the criticism that has been aimed
in his direction.
Plus,
our cover story for September is Derek Hughes, who is touted
as one of the best comedy magicians working in America today.
We also feature Mumdo Marzouki, who is bucking the anti-magic
society of Saudi Arabia; Bobby Borgia's approach to bringing
close-up magic to the big stage; and reports on Abbott's 75th
Get-Together, the SAM in Las Vegas, and the third and final
(?) Essential Magic Conference from Portugal.
All
of this and a lot more is in the September issue of MAGIC
Magazine, now available in print or on the iPad. Visit www.MAGICmagazine.com.
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10. 2012 September Magic Castle Schedule
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Message by Jack Goldfinger (US)
Director Of Entertainment
Academy of Magical Arts, Inc.
Sept
3-9th
Close-Up
Gallery
Early: Steve Reynolds
Late: Johnny Ace Palmer
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Tim Shoesmith
Late: Micke Askernas
Palace
of Mystery
Chris Mitchell
Dale Salwak
Yuji Yamamoto & Maiko
Peller
Project
Bruce Gold
Dave Cox
W. C. Fields Bar
Tom Frank
Sept
10-16th
Close-Up
Gallery
Early: Tom Craven
Late: Carroll Baker
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Aye Jaye
Late: Thom Peterson
Palace
of Mystery
Jonathan Pendragon
Peller
Project
Brent Arthur James Geris
Tomas Medina
W.
C. Fields Bar
Chef Anton
Sept
17-23rd
Close-Up
Gallery
Early: Richard Turner
Late: Dan Fleshman
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Doug Gorman
Late: Mark Shortland
Palace
of Mystery
Thom Peterson
Mystina
Hans Davis
Peller
Project
Joe Skilton
Lou Serrano
W.
C. Fields Bar
David Gabbay
Sept
24-30th
Close-Up Gallery
Early: Scott Hollingsworth
Late: Fernando Keops
Parlour
of Prestidigitation
Early: Ben Seidman
Late: Robert Dorian
Palace
of Mystery
Bruce Gold
Sebastian Kraine
Christopher Hart
Peller
Project
Mad Tad
Shawn McMaster
W.
C. Fields Bar
Bob Jardine
Performers
are subject to change due to circumstances and availability
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11. 2012 Great Yarmouth Convention
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Message by Geoffrey Newton PRO
The
IBM (British Ring) is pleased to announce that Brian Sefton
is the latest name to be added to the list of lecturers at
the 2012 Great Yarmouth Convention (26th - 30th September)
The title "Tips on Manips" will detail the handling
and manipulation of cards, billiard balls and thimbles taken
from his long standing and highly successful manipulation
act.
Many
people will be more familiar with Brian's Dove and Patter
acts but this former British Ring Shield winner clearly has
plenty more to offer. The event takes place at 2.00pm on Thursday
27th September at the Britannia Pier theatre. For further
information on this 76th British Ring convention please go
to: www.magicconvention.co.uk
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12. Hank Lee's Sentencing Scheduled For Sept. 6
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Article forwarded by Jim Davis
For
the full article go to:
http://medford.patch.com/articles/judge-ok-s-magic-store-owner-s-request-to-seal-psychological-evaluation
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13. July/August Issue Of The Mandala
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Message by Shawn McMaster
The
newest issue of The Mandala is out! SPECIAL OFFER TO MAGIC
NEW ZEALAND
READERS!
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"The Mandala" offers compelling reading told in
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coupled with contributions and columns from some of magic's
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In
our July/August 2012 issue you can read our cover story about
magician Justin Willman (formerly Justin Kredible). Read about
his successful climb to fame, where he's headed next, and
his reason for changing his name. Plus contributions from
Tony Clark, Lou Serrano, Paul Romhany and many others.
"The
Mandala" is committed to relevant, timely, and frank
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14. The Gentleman Magician - Bruce Glen
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Message by Bruce Glen (Australia)
Bruce
Glen, 'The Gentleman Magician' presents ...
Late
Night Magic: For Adults Only
The
Old Fitzroy Theatre, Woolloomooloo
9:45PM Friday 21 & Saturday 22 September
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: 1300 241 167 or www.rocksurfers.org
As
Bruce is fond of saying: "Magic isn't just for children
- why should they have all the fun?"
He
has written one of his signature storytelling magic shows
for adults -especially for The Old Fitz.
Late
Night Magic: For Adults Only features extraordinary magic
- together with "tall tales and true" inspired by
the charm and wonder of some of our greatest storytellers.
A
legendary Woolloomooloo con-man exposed; lost manuscripts
from Wonderland; the hidden power of our minds revealed; Houdini's
feats recreated; enchanted finger rings; the impossible rendered
possible.
Forget
all the cheesy clichés, this is no ordinary magic act;
but rather a truly intriguing one-man show. (There is not
a single top hat nor rabbit to be found!)
Bruce
Glen's trademark performance style has become known as Bespoke
Magic
and has seen him invited to the Adelaide Fringe and the Edinburgh
Fringe Festivals. He recently returned from sell-out shows
at the Edinburgh International
Magic Festival and a special performance at the famous London
headquarters
of The Magic Circle. The Magic Circle is the world's most
exclusive magic society (with less than 1400 members worldwide).
Bruce was honoured with membership in 2009.
The
intimacy of The Old Fitz provides the perfect setting for
this unique style of performance.
Edinburgh
Fringe 2011 ...
"Cutting edge magic ... baffling in its dexterity, sleight
of hand and surprising outcome. Possessed of a silver tongue
as a raconteur." The Fringe Review
"An
amazing array of magic ... (including) ... the most gob-stoppingly
awesome trick I've ever seen ... truly spine-tingling ...
good show, great guy." Broadway Baby
Adelaide
Fringe 2011 ...
"Magician Bruce Glen enters the ornate opulence of the
room . beguiling from the start. Mixing the imagery of fairytales
with stories of Ayers House and local characters and magicians,
Glen takes us gently through magic without high-blown rhetoric
or razzamatazz. The humour brought chuckles from the audience
followed by sharp intakes of breath as another piece of magic
subtly unfolds. In the trick of tricks the hour flies by and
as you walk away and add up the magic displayed, you realise
what a well-crafted act Bruce Glen is. The prestige is undeniable,
big or small, magic is Magic. Suspenseful, charming, mysteriously
out of time. Final Word: Transporting." Rip It Up Magazine
Edinburgh International Magic Festival 2012 ...
"Not
for nothing is Australian magician Bruce Glen's entertaining
show called 'The Gentleman Magician'. Right from the start,
you feel welcomed and put at ease by his genial, affable presence,
impeccable manners and easy charm. He even chooses one audience
member as a 'guest of honour' for special treatment. It's
almost like going to visit a favourite uncle who's going to
capture your imagination with tall stories and clever illusions.
And
it seems entirely appropriate that Glen's show takes place
in the Scottish Storytelling Centre, for he embeds his magic
within tales of Houdini, Conan Doyle and Lewis Carroll, so
that sometimes you're almost unaware of the stunts he's pulling
off in front of you until they've actually happened.
His
magic plays with the simplest of materials ... but it's Glen's
unassuming charm that makes the show distinctive. It's a slick,
polished performance that ... manages to astound. One particular
trick involving what Glen calls a 'replicator spirit' has
to be seen to be believed." The Edinburgh Reporter
Believe
all you've heard, you won't believe your eyes at Bruce Glen's
Late Night Magic - For Adults Only.
Venue:
The Old Fitzroy Theatre, 129 Dowling St, Woolloomooloo
Time: 9:45PM
Dates: Friday 21 & Saturday 22 September 2012
Tickets: Adults $28 Concessions $23
Bookings: 1300 241 167 or www.rocksurfers.org
Bruce Glen: m. 0412 110 959 e. info@BespokeMagic.com.au w.
www.BespokeMagic.com.au
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15. 2012 Daytona Festival Of Magic
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Message by Harry Allen (US)
November
2,3,4 2012 Daytona Beach Florida
Daytona
Festival of magic combined Florida State Magic Convention
Featured:
Martin Lewis - Paul Draper - Garrett Thomas - Daniel Garcia
- Christain Schenk - Brando And Silvana - Jarrett& Raja
(Fresh Off Agt) - Mark Kornhauser - Al Callus - Scott Humpston
- Rich Marotta - Jania Taylor - Tim Sonefelt - Harry Allen
Details
on daytonamagic.com click on "convention"
Other
news....
Harry Allen lecture Barcelona Spain September 6th 9pm
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16. David Stone Lecture
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September 17, SAM 131, Danbury Top Hatters
David Stone Lecture 6:30 PM
Methodist Church Clapboard Ridge Rd, Danbury Ct
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