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Issue Number: #1032
Date: Sunday 30th June 2013
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. Broken Wand - Amos Levkovitch
3. Amos Levkovitch's Loses Battle With Cancer
4. Two Exclusive Stories! MAGIC Magazine
5. Inside Magic Is Looking For Contributors
6. Remarkable Magic #307 - Nick Lewin
7. Festivals and Event Promotion - #303 - Kyle Peron
8. First Ever Twisitonary
9. Flooding In Calgary Alberta
10. Las Vegas Magic - July 2013
11. Elgregoe Presents Two Lectures At Kidabra
12. Assemblies And 4-Ace Tricks
13. Magic At Luminato 2013
14. Valerie & Francis Tabary Performing At The Next IBM
15. Shore Is Magic!
16. Wayne Houchin's New Zealand lecture tour
17. Surplus Copies Of Magicana Magazine
18. Magic New Zealand App
19. e-zine Archives
20. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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Love to be able to publish more European news. Remember if you have any magic news drop me a line: Editor@MagicNewZealand.com

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For those who would like to read Magic New Zealand in a HTML format go to:
http://www.magicnewzealand.com/ezine-archive/2013-Jan-to-Dec-2013/1032-Jun30-2013.html

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2. Broken Wand - Amos Levkovitch
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Message by Jonathan Pendragon (US)

My good friend, Amos Levkovitch, passed away early Thursday morning in Los Angeles, California.

He won the Stage Magician of the Year award twice from the AMA. He was known for his good nature towards all, I honestly can't think of a single person who didn't like him. He will be missed most because of this; his presence just brightened the room and made everybody feel good.

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3. Amos Levkovitch's Loses Battle With Cancer
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Message by Dale Salwak (US)

I am saddened to say that after a two-year heroic battle with cancer, the brilliant dove magician and the sweetest soul you'll ever meet - has passed away.

I first met Amos Levkovitch in 1972, in Santa Monica, California, where we were performing together on a show produced by Dick Barry. Instantly we felt a connection - and that connection lasted all these years as we grew to be brothers in every sense of the word.

As performers we traveled the world together. We had more laughs and good times between us than we could count - and many, many deep conversations about the essentials in life. All this I cherish. He was there for me and my family whenever we needed him. Now we are here for his wife, Leonora, and family, as we honor his memory and his legacy.

May He whose peace passes all understanding continue to be with them in the time ahead. Private services are scheduled for Friday, June 28th, and a full report will appear in the August issue of MAGIC


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4. Two Exclusive Stories! MAGIC Magazine
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Message by Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine

Two Exclusive Stories!

By Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine
Derek & Helder: Nothing to Hide
By Mike Caveney

Teaming up to present a duo show at the Magic Castle, Derek DelGaudio and Helder Guimarães became the talk of the magic world. A highly successful run at the Geffen Theater in Los Angeles brought them public acclaim. Mike Caveney talked to the pair about how they got where they are and where they're going next.

The Gift
By Jamie D. Grant

It was the worst night of Dan Harlan's life. A crime he doesn't remember, a very public embarrassment, and a life-altering aftermath. With that all behind him now, Dan Harlan reflects on what happened and what a gift it may have been.
Both of these exclusive stories and more in the July 2013 issue of MAGIC Magazine. Visit www.MAGICmagazine.com.

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5. Inside Magic Is Looking For Contributors
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Message by Tim Quinlan
Editor and Publisher Inside Magic

Inside Magic is looking for contributors to help cover magic news around the world.

If you know of magic happenings in your locale, we would be excited to hear about it.

You can send a fully-written article, review, essay or press release for publication with full credit to you. You can also send story ideas, links of interest and blurbs for us to follow
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We made a simple form to get started. While we cannot pay you for your submission - at least not in money - we will like you and say very nice things about you. Plus you will have access to an audience of thousands of magicians and magic enthusiasts around the world.

Please be sure the submissions are your original work or that you have permission to submit to us.

Thank you in advance for bringing new blood, truth and news of interest to Inside Magic.

You can find our her
http://www.insidemagic.com/magicnews/send-us-your-magic-news/
We look forward to working with you.

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6. Remarkable Magic #307 - Nick Lewin
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Message by Nick Lewin (US)

A word or two about microphones.

One of the best friends that a performer has is his microphone armed with a microphone you are suddenly not one of the audience, but somebody of authority. The easiest way to invite heckling is to work with no microphone and the best way to overcome a heckler is to have volume on your side.

The best thing about a good microphone is that it allows you to use a much more conversational tone with the crowd and not sound strained or awkward. That mic, however, is only as useful as the sound system it is hooked up to and the monitors that let you hear what the audience is hearing. Often speakers need to be 're-angled' pointing away from the stage so that you avoid feedback.

There is a tiny borderline when you have to decide whether there are enough people in your audience to justify/necessitate the use of amplification. This is actually the exact spot that draws the distinction between a close-up and stand-up show. I usually work much larger shows but I would say the dividing line is at around forty people-there are no fixed rules though.

Contemporary microphones divide into three basic flavors
1 Handheld (wireless or wired)
2 Lavalier (or body mic)
3 Head Set.

In a perfect world, a headset gives the best overall performance and is the least likely to feedback at the crowd. If you are used to working with a headset then you pretty much forget you are wearing it. The key element is just to make sure that you have a brand new battery installed in the unit immediately before show time.

One really nice thing about a headset is that it should position the microphone in exactly the right place to ensure it sounding good-this sweet spot is just below and to one side of the corner of your mouth. Make sure you have some band-aids or flesh colored sticky tape on hand to help secure the mic in this position.

Lavelier microphones are a little more temperamental about their sound quality and picking up your vocal. Generally speaking the actual microphone is either attached to the lapel of your jacket or the front/center of your shirt. The more central the mic is situated the better the sound because it fluctuates less when your head is turned to side.

If you are going to use a wired hand held microphone it is a good thing to make sure in advance that there is plenty of lead attached to it. You don't want to discover there isn't enough cord during the performance. You should make sure this is taken care of when you have your sound check. You can also set the height of the microphone stand.

A hand held wireless microphone is generally a pretty solid mic to use and keeps death defying feedback screams to a minimum. If you use any hand held unit then you will need a microphone holder to wear the mic in the correct position. This position, incidentally, is approximately one hands width below your chin.

I always have a microphone holder in my pocket even if I am using a head set, in case there is a problem with your main unit. I always stipulate that a back-up microphone is available (and turned on) at the side of the stage. This is a wise move that will make you look like an 'uber-pro' on the occasions when disaster hits the soundboard. You not only look prepared but you are prepared.

I talked about the correct style and usage of microphone holders in my recent book on the 'Himber Linking Finger Rings' and was surprised at how many people commented that they didn't own a really good microphone holder-to me it is one of the most inexpensive but vital utilities that a performer can own.

I have been using a microphone holder for many years, which is based on the classic Johnny Paul design. I have adapted it and added some great touches that result in making it totally adjustable in every manner. I am just releasing the holder through my online magic store and via my blog site. It is available in a variety of colors and has a very cool silk carrying pouch. I am already getting raves about the effectiveness of the holder.

For a very modest fee you can obtain the ultimate microphone holder and be prepared when you plan to use it, and sometimes more importantly when you don't! It is lightweight, sturdy, fits any microphone and works perfectly. If you need one then let me know, it could become one of your favorite purchases-even if you own a $2000 headset!

Check out my blog at www.remarkablemagic.com for my latest releases and writings. My web site is the home of my online magic store at www.nicklewin.com

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7. Changing Client Perceptions- #303 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.kyleandkellymagic.com
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

Ever has a situation where the client is changing things on you so often that you feel they don't respect you at all?

It stinks when things happen like this. But it is a case where the client or clients are making so many demands freely without really seeing your value. Your value is the ability to be a solutions provider to them. By doing so, they start to listen to you and want to take your advice.

Too many clients see us only as a product for which they are buying. They do not see us as people who can immediately and positively affect the outcome to their event. They forget that we are entertainment professionals and have much more experience putting on events then they have themselves. It becomes our job to try and get them to change their perceptions of us.

If they can get to see us as a value to them, then things start to change a lot. What I try to do is to get them talking so that I can start "listening". As I listen, I am engaged in what I hear as a problem for them that may also be a problem for me. The more I listen, the more I am tuned into hearing what problems they are faced with and what solutions I can give to them to solve it.

Now do we have to offer solutions that do not really benefit us 100%? Of course not. However, being a solutions provider gets them to change their perception of you and increases your value to them. People of value tend to get treated better.

So how do you treat or handle a client who keeps changing things on you throughout the entire booking process? We start by listening to them first and locking in on what 1) you see as a problem for yourself and 2) what the problem may be for them. It also comes with a bit of careful client education but done in a way that is not coming off as demeaning or degrading.

For example they might be changing things and your show run times because of timing issues or scheduling issues. This is when you can ask them, "It seems like you might be having timing or scheduling issues. I know how that can be when trying to plan an event like yours and wanting it to be a huge success. Perhaps I can help you as I have done events like this for years." This is kind and gentle but gets them talking and listening to you. it is at this point you can ask them what seems to be the biggest hurdle they are facing. You then can offer a solution that works best for them. In most cases, your solution works ideal because it is something that may not have even considered.

Once you get them talking openly to you, then it becomes both parties working together as a team for the interest of each other as a whole. You both talk together to work solutions that benefit you both and not just the client.

So what happens if you were scheduled to do multiple shows in the same location and it ends up being that they want these shows to now be like 5 mins each due to timing problems? Well talking with them, you can find out what the timing and schedule problem is. Perhaps a solution is to do one large show at the beginning or end of their event making it easier for them to not have to shuffle people around. Perhaps you then offer to do strolling style magic instead of multiple shows because it may help them with a spacing problem that they have. By listening and offering solutions that can help them, you are getting them to see you in a different way.

When the client realizes you are a nice guy who is more than just a mere product, they will see the value you can have to THEIR end result.

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.

Entertainers, please visit:
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

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8. First Ever Twisitonary
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Message by George Schindler (US)
First Ever Twisitonary

The Balloon Twisting Version of Pictionary

The society of American Magicians is proud to announce that i.e. will host the First Ever Twistionary event at the Annual Conference in Washington DC. This is the balloon twisting version of "Pictionary" you will not want to miss this special event. You will be amazed and the speed and creativity of some of the best balloon twisters in the world.

When: July 5th 10:00 PM
Where: S.A.M. convention - S.A.M. stage
Cost: Free for registered attendees - $35 for guest balloon twisters (includes a day pass to the dealer's room)
Awards: $100 cash prize (1st) $50 in product (2nd) $25 in product (3rd)
If you have any questions about participating contact Brian South - 801 916 2442

Come and join in the fun...the audience is encouraged to shout out guesses as the sculpting happens.

Qualification Guidelines
We will be taking last minute entries to the balloon twisting competition up until Friday at 3 pm.
Entries will be on display Tuesday through Friday for judging and will be decided for placement by popular vote.
There will be one voting ballot per registration in each registration packet
Please bear in mind that the competition is based on not only accuracy but speed as well.
Entries to qualify for Twistionary must fit in a 2x2x2 foot cube.

Competition Rules
Competitors will be given the item to twist, two minutes to inflate their materials, three minutes to twist.
No words written, no words twisted on sculptures in the competition.

Each contestant needs to bring a partner to guess what they make. Audience members are encouraged to help give suggestions think "Price is Right" or "Let's Make a Deal"

There will be a panel of three judges who will make the final decisions and handle disputes
Each competitor is responsible for bringing their own materials including, but not limited to; balloons, markers, pump, scissors, etc…

Judges are allowed to exam balloon twister's kits and materials just before the competition to ensure a level playing field and to make certain there are no unfair advantages (i.e. pre-inflated components)

Decisions for disqualification or removal will be at the judge's discretion
Individually they can bring any kind of latex they wish any brand any size, shape, color balloons, including pre-printed provided there are no words.

From the point in which the competitor has seen their topic card there will be no communication verbal or otherwise other than their finished balloon sculpture.

Competitors agree that their name, likeness and image of themselves and their designs may be used for promotional and archival purposes.

Contestants are not to animate their balloons or twist in an indicating fashion.

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9. Flooding In Calgary Alberta
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Message by Brent Smith

Many have been asking about us in regards to the recent flooding in Calgary Alberta. The shop is located about 5 minutes from the flooded zone and the main river going through town. We are up on higher ground so the flooding, although has impacted our family directly, has not come near the store front yet. Thanks for all those concerned.

Regards,
Brent Smith
Owner
The Vanishing Rabbit Magic Shop
1712 Edmonton Trail NE
Calgary, Alberta
T2E-3L8
403 230-0810
www.VanishingRabbit.com

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10. Las Vegas Magic - July 2013
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Message by David Neubauer - www.dnmagic.com

Criss Angel - Believe
7 pm (except Wed. & Thurs.) & 9:30 pm (Dark Sun. - Mon.) - Luxor.
www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/believe/default.aspx

David Copperfield - An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion
7 & 9:30 pm & also 4 pm Sat. - MGM Grand.
www.mgmgrand.com/entertainment/hollywood-theater.aspx

Gerry McCambridge - The Mentalist
7:30 pm (Dark Wed.) - Planet Hollywood.
www.vtheaterboxoffice.com/Vegas_Show_Tickets.cfm?showID=10005

Illusions - Jan Rouven
7 pm (Dark Wed.) - Riviera.
www.illusionsvegas.com

Jeff McBride's Wonderground
3rd Thurs. each month 7:30 to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A whole new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

LaughterNoon - Adam London
4 pm (Daily) - The D.
tickets.thed.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=7

Mac King Comedy Magic Show
1 & 3 pm, (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Harrah's.
www.harrahslasvegas.com/casinos/harrahs-las-vegas/casino-entertainment/mac-king-detail.html
Free tickets (buy 1 drink) usually available at the concierge desk or handed out by showgirls.

Magical Mix - Christopher Karpiak
7-10 pm (Dark Tues. - Wed.) - Mix Lounge, Mandalay Bay.
www.mandalaybay.com/dining/mixlounge.aspx
Free to locals until 10 pm.

Mike Hammer Comedy Magic Show
7 pm (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Four Queens.
www.tickets.fourqueens.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=35
$14.95 discounted tix + free drink: www.vegas4locals.com/couponmikehammercomedymagic.html

Murray - Celebrity Magician with Douglas "Lefty" Leferovich.
4 pm - Laugh Factory at the Tropicana.
www.troplv.com/entertainment/events/murray-sawchuck
Two for One Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponmurray.html

Nathan Burton Comedy Magic Show
4 pm, (Dark Mon.) - Saxe Theater - Planet Hollywood.
Current Guest Stars: Jeff Civillico and Russ Merlin
Armando Vera's Up-Close "VIP Experience" is performed pre-show @ 3:00 pm
www.nathanburton.com/tickets.htm
$10 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponnathanburtoncomedymagic.html

Penn & Teller
9 pm, (Dark Thurs. - Fri.) - Rio.
www.riolasvegas.com/casinos/rio/casino-entertainment/penn--teller-detail.html

Seth Grabel - Variety Magic
6 pm, (Dark Sun. - Wed.) - Clarion.
www.visitlasvegas.com/event/seth-grabel---variety-magic/20776/

Tommy Wind - A Unique Magic and Music Experience
6:30 pm. (Dark Tues.) - The Boulevard Theatre
(Vegas Blvd between the MGM and Planet Hollywood).
www.Tommywindmagic.com
50% Off Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/coupontommywind.html

Magic In Production Shows
Bram Charles
2 sets between 10 pm - 2 am (Dark Mon. - Thurs.)
The Can Can Room on Industrial.

Crazy Girls
Tony Douglas - 9:30 pm (Dark Tues.) - Riviera.
www.rivierahotel.com/las-vegas-entertainment/crazy-girls/

Haunted Vegas Show and Tour - Jac Hayden, Robert Allen.
9:30 pm, picks up at the Royal Resort.
www.hauntedvegastours.com

V The Ultimate Variety Show
Featuring Melinda - First Lady of Magic
7 & 8:30, V Theater, Planet Hollywood
www.vtheshow.com/home.htm

Vegas Close-Up Magic
Shimshi - Resident Magician - Wynn/Encore.
Seth Grabel - Fri. & Sat. 9-11 pm - Foundation Room, Mandalay Bay.
Ben Seidman - Resident Magician - Mandalay Bay.
Cameron Shadow - Resident Magician - Pure Nightclub, Caesars Palace.
Chris Randall - Close-Up magic, 7 pm - 12 am - The Sugar Factory, Paris Resort.
Craig Keith performs bar magic, various times - Dick's Last Resort, Excalibur.
JungleJosh - House Magician - Señor Frogs at Treasure Island (Dark Mon.), 5 pm to 1 am. Table-hopping and Comedy Magic on the stages. No Cover, No Min.
Smoothini - Wed. to Sun. 8 pm-10:30 at Hard Rock Café (2nd Floor Bar); 11 pm to 2 am at Zingers, 3743 Las Vegas Blvd. and after 2 am at New York New York's Pour 24.

Jamie Porter's Radio Side Show Sat @ 5 am, KLAV FM 1230.

Las Vegas Magic Organizations
Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257, 7 pm - 8:45, 1st Monday each month at Denny & Lee's Magic Shop, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102. Free Children's Classes at 5:45. No meeting if the 1st Monday is a major Holiday. ($24 a year to be a member). Current President and contact: John McClenahan,
doctormagiclv@embarqmail.com or 702-395-3856. www.ibm257.com

Darwin's Magic Club 9 pm each Wed. at Boomers, 3200 Sirius Ave.

Upcoming Special Events
June, 2013
June 21: Seth Grabel will performing Strolling magic 6 pm - 10 pm at Hot Vintage Vegas Night Garfield's Restaurant 2620 Regatta Dr. Dress in your favorite Roaring 20's Outfit. $15.

June 29 & 30: The Magic of Rick Thomas 7:30 pm - Suncoast.
www.suncoastcasino.com/entertain/suncoast-showroom

July, 2013
July 1: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a Bizzaro lecture. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20.

July 7-13: McBride's Magic & Mystery School Extended Master Class Teachers: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Larry Hass, Bryce Kuhlman & Tobias Beckwith.
www.magicalwisdom.com

July 18: Jeff McBride's Wonderground 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

August, 2013
Aug. 11-14 MAGIC Live! - the "Unconventional Convention" - Orleans.
www.MAGICmagazine.com or 702.738.0099 ext. 110

Aug. 15: Jeff McBride's W 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Aug 16-22: McBride's Magic & Mystery School Extended Master Class Teachers: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Larry Hass, Bryce Kuhlman & Tobias Beckwith.
www.magicalwisdom.com

September, 2013
Sept. 19: Jeff McBride's Wonderground 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

October, 2013
Oct 11-13: Focus on Street Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School Teachers: Jeff McBride with Special Guest Mario Morris
www.magicalwisdom.com

Oct. 16-19: Magic & Meaning Conference, presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Teachers: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass, Bryce Kuhlman & Tobias Beckwith and special guests Robert E. Neale, and Max Howard. - Residence Inn, Henderson.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Oct. 17: Jeff McBride's Wonderground 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

November, 2013
Nov. 6-7: Focus on Manipulation presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Two days with Jeff McBride in workshop teaching stage manipulation.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 13-15: Master Class for Mentalism presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Teachers: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass and special guests Ross Johnson.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 21: Jeff McBride's Wonderground 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

December, 2013
Dec. 3-4: Focus on Mask, Mime & Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Teacher: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Dec. 19: Jeff McBride's Wonderground 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic & Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

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11. Elgregoe Presents Two Lectures At Kidabra
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Message by Greg Britt (Elgregoe) New Zealand

This is Greg Britt (Elgregoe) New Zealand, we are taking a break from our busy schedule of school shows and returning to join kid show and family performers from around the world at the amazing Kidabra International conference August 6th to 9th in Pigeon Forge, USA.

It is a non-stop flow of presentations and performances from many of the best in the business.

You pick up the real tips on Kids Biz that no one has told you and come away with a wealth of new material to drop straight into your shows.

I will be doing 2 lectures, one on getting those repeat bookings, as most of our work is now repeat work I believe we have a formula that works!

Also a lecture dedicated to my mentor from Australia the late Clifford Warne, How To Hold An Audience Without A Rope!

Clifford gave me so many routines and taught me so much about how to hook and hold your audience. Clifford was a very giving person who was always there to help and advice magicians, now I will pass some of the advice and routines he helped us with that makes your magic connect.

I will share stories, magic and Vent that hold your audience.

Clifford Warne was one of the world's most televised family magicians.

I look forward to meeting and making new friends at Kidabra.

Plan to attend and book now on their website, you will be real glad you did!
www.kidabra.org

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12. Assemblies And 4-Ace Tricks
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Message by Paul A. Lelekis (US)

Paul A. Lelekis has just placed his latest e-book, "Assemblies & 4-Ace Tricks" for sale at Lybrary.com with 13 huge effects by Paul and his "take" on many classic of magic by people like Marlo, Hamman, Christ, Collins, Parker and others! This e-book is a monster...each and every effect is a winner! This e-book is only $12.00!

Have ever performed and felt a little bit embarrassed when you continually ask, "...here, pick a card, any card..."? These 13 effects are real show-pieces that don't ask the spectator to pick a card! The couple of tricks that do ask for a selection are secondary to the main effect and will not be remembered as a "pick a card" trick. These are very engaging, colorful effects with complete patter!

Click on the URL to get a complete description of this e-book: http://www.lybrary.com/assemblies-and-4ace-tricks-p-312861.html

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13. Magic At Luminato 2013
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Message by David Linsell

For the fourth year in a row, David Ben's Magicana art's organization produced a series of excellent magic performances for the general public as part of Toronto's Luminato festival. As you may know, Magicana is dedicated to the study, exploration and advancement of magic as a performing art. I am proud also to have returned for the fourth year to serve as Magicana's official photographer documenting these historic shows.

Here are two new links from Magicana with much my Luminato coverage:

http://www.magicana.com/gallery/maestros-concerto-luminato2013/

http://www.magicana.com/gallery/maestros-chamber-luminato2013/

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14. Valerie & Francis Tabary Performing At The Next IBM
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Message by Valerie

Valerie & Francis Tabary will perform at the finale show at the next IBM convention in Phoenix and at the Magic Castle July 22-28th.

Francis Tabary will perform his FISM act.

Valerie will perform her brand-new act and will lecture "Quick Change for all" at both IBM & the Magic Castle.

"The originality of this French woman has made her famous throughout the world of magic. She will lecture on the Art of Costume Quick Changes, a lecture she has been presenting for many years. This lecture will help you to find new ideas to enhance your act."

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15. Shore Is Magic!
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Message by Mike Peck (NZ)

Family Comedy Magic Show:

Now in its incredible seventh year, the "Shore Is Magic!" family comedy magic show features performances by some of the top magicians in New Zealand.

Magic and illusion, comedy, ventriloquism, special guest performers and more - join us for an enchanting variety show suitable for all ages.

Three Shows Only:

* Friday July 5th, 7:30pm
* Saturday July 6th, 2:30pm ***SOLD OUT***
* Saturday July 6th, 7:30pm

The Rose Theatre, 1 School Road, Belmont

To reserve your tickets call 0800 385 167 or reply to this email.

Still the best value family entertainment in town:

Adults just $15 each, Children just $10 each, special Family concession
(2A3C) $50, save $10.

Details at www.scmc.co.nz

See you there!

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16. Wayne Houchin's New Zealand lecture tour
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Friday July 12th - Lecture in Auckland
Monday July 15th - Lecture in Palmerston North
Tuesday July 16th - Lecture in Wellington
Thursday July 18th - Lecture Christchurch
Saturday July 20th - Lecture in Dunedin

Very important notice: To secure your place you must pre-register to attend these lectures by contacting:

Auckland - Keith Garrett - complink@xtra.co.nz
Palmerston North - Robin Lucas - mr.lucky@xtra.co.nz
Wellington - Nopera Whitley - noperaw@gmail.com
Christchurch - Mike Hines - mike@unusual.co.nz
Dunedin - Jonathan Usher - jonathan.usher@xtra.co.nz

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17. Surplus Copies Of Magicana Magazine
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Message by Michael Woolf Editor Magicana Magazine NZ

I have a large quantity (about six big cartons) of back issues of "Magicana." These are new surplus copies going back over many years.

If interested please contact:
Michael Woolf (mail@michaelw.co.nz) phone 64 4 587 0045 or cell 64 274 577774. Mail address is: Michael Woolf Box 38046 Wellington Mail Centre Lower Hutt 5045 New Zealand

Also I meant to send you a note last week for the eZine - the picture of a NZ vent in the last issue: Jon Zealando contacted me saying it was Watson Rines.

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18. Magic New Zealand App
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Magic New Zealand now has its very own app that can be launched on any tablet.

Go to: www.app.cat/magicnewzealand on your tablet to download the FREE Magic New Zealand app.

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19. e-zine Archives
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Back issues of the Magic New Zealand e-zine go to:
www.magicnewzealand.com click on the red button center right "Archives"

When you enter the archive the e-zines are in issue order in folders for each year and are Coded, e.g. 001 Nov06 1999.txt first three numbers (001) denote issue number, then the date (Nov06) and the last figures the year (1999)

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20. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice
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Our subscriber list is NOT made available to any other companies or individuals. We value every subscriber and respect your privacy.

You can subscribe to or unsubscribe from the Magic New Zealand® E-zine at: www.magicnewzealand.com

Magic New Zealand® E-zine is published each Sunday.

The opinions and statements expressed therein are those of the individual contributors and not necessarily those of Magic New Zealand®. Neither Magic New Zealand® nor Alan Watson vouch for the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, message, statement, or other information reported via Magic New Zealand® E-zine.

Subscribers to this publication and authors who contribute to it by doing so agree they will not hold Magic New Zealand® or Alan Watson, jointly or individually liable or responsible in any way for the opinions or statements contained therein.

Magic New Zealand® reserves the right to alter, correct or disregard any articles submitted.

Readers are encouraged to submit timely articles or news items which may be of interest to subscribers. By submitting articles to this e-zine, the authors grant Magic New Zealand® the right to publish such articles and such authors confirm their copyright of the material submitted.

All works published by Magic New Zealand® are protected by international copyright legislation and articles must not be published for profit by anyone other than the individual authors without the written permission of Magic New Zealand®.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, this publication may be freely redistributed, but not sold, to other magicians if copied in its entirety, including the copyright notice below and the above disclaimer.

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Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

Our subscriber list is not made available to any other companies or individuals. We value every subscriber and respect your privacy. You can subscribe to or unsubscribe from the Magic New Zealand® E-zine at www.magicnewzealand.com Magic New Zealand® E-zine is published each Sunday. The opinions expressed therein are those of the individual contributors and not necessarily those of Magic New Zealand®. Neither Magic New Zealand® nor Alan Watson vouch for the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, message, statement, or other information reported via Magic New Zealand® E-zine. Subscribers to this publication and authors who contribute to it by doing so agree they will not hold Magic New Zealand® or Alan Watson, jointly or individually liable or responsible in any way for the opinions expressed therein.
Magic New Zealand® reserves the right to alter, correct or disregard any articles submitted. Readers are encouraged to submit timely articles or news items which may be of interest to subscribers. By submitting articles to this e-zine, the authors grant Magic New Zealand® the right to publish such articles and such authors confirm their copyright of the material submitted. All works published by Magic New Zealand® are protected by international copyright legislation and articles must not be published for profit by anyone other than the individual authors without the written permission of Magic New Zealand®. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this publication may be freely redistributed, but not sold, to other magicians if copied in its entirety, including the copyright notice below and the above disclaimer.

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