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Issue Number: #1061
Date: Sunday 17th November 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. Magician's Society Condemns Bullying
3. Paul Daniels Autobiography
4. Maurice Fogel In Search Of The Sensational
5. Daily Podcasts From The MINDvention In Las Vegas
6. Remarkable Magic #327 - Nick Lewin
7. Making a Difference - #319 - Kyle Peron
8. 2014 India International Magicians Convention
9. Updates So Far This Week on VanishLive.com
10. Old Magic For Sale
11. Join Us For The Biggest Magic Party In Las Vegas!
12. Jeff McBride's Online Magic School
13. Joshua Jay Book Not For Sale
14. Daytona Festival Of Magic
15. The Passing of an Old Friend
16. December Issue Of Genii
17. Magic New Zealand App
18. e-zine Archives
19. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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The highlight for Michele and I was catching up with Chuck Jones & Company and the lovely Mystina who had just flown in for their very extensive New Zealand magic illusion tour with International Entertainment …. a family show always very popular with the New Zealand public.

For full itinerary see issue number 1050.
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For those who would like to read the Magic New Zealand e-zine in a HTML format go to: http://www.magicnewzealand.com/ezine-archive/2013-Jan-to-Dec-2013/1061-Nov17-2013.html

Remember if you have any magic news drop me a line:
Editor@MagicNewZealand.com

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2. Magician's Society Condemns Bullying
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Message by George Schindler (US)

In a strong resolution the National Council of the Society of American Magicians Condemns "Cyber Bullying"

The National Council of the Society of American Magicians has determined that various chat rooms and social media have been improperly utilized as outlets for cyber bullying which targets magic, magicians and youngsters who are interested in magic.

Various magic forums serve a good purpose in sharing ideas and thoughts which help to improve the skills of the performer, some web sites either allow, tolerate or permit performers to be the victims of absurd, hateful and hurtful attacks against a fellow performer

The National Council of the Society of American Magicians hereby adopted the following resolution condemning Cyber Bullying:

The Society of American magicians opposes and condemns Cyber Bullying in any and all forms including but not limited to all forms of hate speech, the use of words which attack physical appearance, gender, religious belief, sexual orientation or nationality and opposes all kinds of needless and hateful cyber bullying resulting from the publishing of private information on magic related web sites.

www.magicsam.com

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3. Paul Daniels Autobiography
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Message by Paul Daniels (UK)

Your readers may wish to know that, thanks to emails etc. chasing me for copies of my autobiography, I have finally persuaded the publishers to put it out as a download.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Paul-Daniels-Under-Illusion-Autobiography-ebook/dp/B00GF3N1NO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383995733&sr=8-1&keywords=under+no+illusion

If the link is too long then just type Under No Illusion into Amazon's search engine.

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4. Maurice Fogel In Search Of The Sensational
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Message by Chris Woodward (UK)

Along with Richard Mark I am writing a sequel to 'Maurice Fogel In Search of the Sensational'

I am searching for a brochure of Maurice's dated 1949 called 'Fogel The Facts'

I wonder if any your readers can help please? c.woodward@tesco.net

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5. Daily Podcasts From The MINDvention In Las Vegas
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Message by Scott Wells (US)

This week's podcast is in three parts with daily updates from the tenth annual MINDvention. Lots of activities at this little event that has ripples throughout the world of mentalism. Nearly a dozen countries were represented and over 100 total attendees enjoyed feting Bob Cassidy as this year's Guest of Honor. His new book, "The Artful Mentalism of Bob Cassidy Volume 2: Fundamentals" was introduced at this convention. Lots of other top mentalists were in attendance who performed and lectured like Docc Hilford, Jon Stetson, Ross Johnson, John Riggs and many more.

I had a chance to chat with a couple dozen of these guys during the convention and posted daily updates as well as photos on http://themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/

You can follow The Magic Word now on Twitter @MagicWordPod and keep updated on Facebook at http://facebook.com/TheMagicWordPodcast

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6. Remarkable Magic #327 - Nick Lewin
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Message by Nick Lewin (US)

Chan Canasta. A Remarkable Men.

I have recently taken to joking with agents, bookers and producers that I am rather unique as magicians go because I don't read minds! The field of corporate entertainment has become so filled with mentalists that it usually gets a good laugh from them.

Actually it isn't quite true because I have been fascinated with the field of mental magic for about 50 years, because of three remarkable men who influenced me greatly before I left my homeland of England. They all grasped something that contemporary magicians are now rediscovering and sharing with their audiences. Mentalism contains some of the strongest effects in the entire lexicon of magic.

One of my earliest memories of watching magic was sitting in front of our black and white Decca television set and watching Chan Canasta perform on one of his wonderful BBC television series. It must have been the very early '60s and I really can't remember if this was before or after my first interest in magic. If it was before then it must have been a major factor in my interest blossoming, if it was after then it sealed the deal. I really had no idea of what he was doing; let alone how he did it.

I was recently gifted a copy of one of those pioneering TV shows and was shocked to discover that I still had no idea how many of his effects were accomplished. The man was amazing, or as the TV credits informed us-'A Remarkable Man.' Not only was his magic incredible but his presentation was so superb that it stands up today as strongly as I remember it from my childhood, and how often is that the case.

Born in 1920 as Chananel Mifelew in Krakow, Poland he moved to Great Britain in 1947 where he soon became a hugely influential instigator in the birth of mentalism in the United Kingdom. In 1951 he was featured in the first of his 350 performances on BBC TV. Yes, 350 shows-that is a whole lot of magic! He had a rather simple and yet totally overwhelming gimmick when he performed, he didn't always succeed in his psychological experiments.

This simple factor did something very powerful, it made him appear incredibly authentic. I don't remember my two other mentalist heroes, Al Koran and Maurice Fogel, ever taking the chance of being flat out wrong. It was sheer brilliance to take chances the way Canasta did. By taking this approach he succeeded even when he apparently failed.

While never, ever claiming to be more than 'A Remarkable Man' I really don't think there were many viewers who didn't secretly believe that his abilities crossed some special line. Each week I would wait to see the book test that inevitably closed his TV shows. A bookcase was part of the backdrop on his set and I would wait breathlessly for the moment when he performed this particular effect.

Let's not gloss over that little bombshell that I dropped in the last paragraph. The book that was used by Canasta for the book test was removed by a spectator from a bookshelf. How cool is that, it was in a bookshelf! How many mentalists have you seen who added that psychologically powerhouse touch to their presentation? The man was pure genius. He left me with a lifelong fondness for this particular effect that has cost me hundreds and hundreds of dollars!

At the height of his fame Canasta left behind his wildly successful career as a performer and followed his true dream as a painter. With successful gallery shows on both side of the pond he turned this dream into a reality. The man was a genius.

If you want to know more about Chan Canasta I suggest you find a copy of the excellent book that David Britland wrote and my dear friend Martin Breese published. The book is called 'Chan Canasta-A remarkable Man' and belongs in the library of any true mentalist who is worth his salt.

If you really want a master class in Mentalism then find some video of Mr. Canasta performing his world-class feats of magic and mindreading. No matter how much effort it takes you to find a copy of his work it will be worth it. I've said it before and I'll say it again, the man was pure genius, and a truly Remarkable Man.

Chan Canasta may have preceded the current 'Mother Of All Book tests' but he was very definitely the 'Mother Of All Book testers.' Trust me on this one-- his work has haunted me for nearly half a century!

My email address is nicklewin1@mac.com
My blog is at www.remarkablemagic.com
My web site/online store is www.nicklewin.com

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7. Making a Difference - #319 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.kyleandkellymagic.com
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

Recently my wife and I got a chance to perform for a fun raiser for Autistic children. We had a great time and a wonderful response from our show which we customized for the evening. At the end of the show I share (through magic) my own personal story as I am handicapped as well.

As most of you know, I am a deaf magician and I am proud of that fact. I do not want folks feeling sorry for me because I do not feel sorry for myself. I get the chance to make a difference by sharing my love for magic with others. We ALL have that chance and all have that power to give back.

The best thing about that night was not so much a great and fun show we ended up having. The best part was sitting and talking with 2 handicapped teens and just talking to them as I would talk to anyone else. I could tell so easily how much they appreciated it. Just to chat on equal terms. They both said they loved my message I placed in my last routine as it meant a lot to them. That was real magic that night. That is what makes me feel real good being able to possibly help someone else. I am very blessed.

I personally know what it is like for people to look at you differently or to think of you as different or not as "normal" as others. As a deaf person I often was treated that way and as a younger person it hurt a lot of times. However, you start to get used to it even though it is never easy to handle. As a magician and an adult, I have a deeper appreciation for treating people fairly. For trying to outreach a bit more when I can.

Maybe I am a bit closer to it because of my own handicap. I am not sure, but I just feel as I am talking to people, I treat them as just that.... "People". It does not matter if they are in a wheelchair or not or whatever the issue may be. They are still people and should be treated that way. Everyone wants respect and that is what I try to show as much as I can. I am certainly not perfect and no one is, but reaching out is something I certainly can at least try and do.

It is a matter of learning to look at people as people. It does not matter what they may be seated in, how they walk, how they move or even how their brain functions. People are people and we all want respect and to be treated just like anyone else. I know it may not always be easy to be in the right mind-set but we certainly can try more often.

Kyle can be reached at:
email: magic4u02@aol.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kpmagicproducts
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/perondesign

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8. 2014 India International Magicians Convention
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Message by Samala Venu (India)

ChooMantar - 2014 an International Magicians convention from 5th-6th July 2014 at Hyderabad, India.

Contact. Magician Samala Venu, Founder President Magicians Academy and the Convener for Convention.

We are making arrangements for 600 magicians coming from around the globe.

Samala Venu, M.Sc, MS (PR)
Magician & Illusionist
Tel / Fax: 040-27892200
Cell: 9849550156 / 9246150156
E-mail: magicvenu@gmail.com
Website: http://www.samalavenu.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-zw0gs1HjM
5-210/2/A, Sai Krishna colony,
Old Bowenpally, Secunderabad-11
A.P., State, India.

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9. Updates So Far This Week On VanishLive.com
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Message by - Mick Peck
Online Content Editor
www.VanishLive.com

Updates so far this week on VanishLive.com include:

- Donald Trump's FundAnything.com Surpasses $1 Million for Penn
- Arthur Trace Brings Act To Queen Mary
- Alien Concepts 1 and 2 by Anthony Asimov reviewed
- Monthly Magic Cabaret Show Launches in Edinburgh this December
- Teller Explains How Show With Penn Inspired 'Tim's Vermeer'
- Society of American Magicians condemns bullying
- Cosentino spills the magic beans ...

Video of the week - Prof Richard Wiseman's Haunted Doll.

Daily magic news updates, product spotlight, articles and more. Visit us today at:

http://www.VanishLive.com

- Mick Peck
Online Content Editor
www.VanishLive.com

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10. Old Magic For Sale
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Message by David Haversat

David Haversat Magic is cleaning up the attic to make way for the upcoming Haversat & Ewing Galleries, LLC. Magic Auction in January!

Are you looking to consign your magic? Have duplicates? Many items are consignment pieces from various collectors. Call or e-mail me to find out how we can sell your magic.

We buy collections.

We appreciate your interest-
Always Buying And Selling-
Please call (203) 828-8058 with any material you may wish to sell.

Best,

David
antiquemagicprops@gmail.com

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11. Join Us For The Biggest Magic Party In Las Vegas!
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Message by Jeff McBride (US)

Once In A Lifetime... A Line Up Like This!

Wonderground Thursday Nov 21- save the date!

Jonathan Pendragon- A Living Legend of Magic
Joe Atmore - Master of Mentalism
Mamam Brigette - Mythic Mysteries & Mojo
Jimmy Fingers- Unstoppable Creativity & Mirth
David Kristopher- A Rising Star of Magic
Scott Land - The Puppet Master!
Mickey O'Conner - International New Wave Vaudeville Star

Oh yes... and the Wonderground Players with Jeff McBride, Tim Wise, Leo Diaz and the New World Rhtymatism dancers and many more info on all the participants ( too many to name here!)
www.vegaswonderground.com

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12. Jeff McBride's Online Magic School
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Message by Jeff McBride (US)

New things are happening with our online Magic School. I really, sincerely, do hope you will consider becoming a member of our All-New online. Please look at the video at our "Virtual Magic & Mystery School. Not only will you receive special benefits at each level of membership, but you are also helping the School fulfill its mission of improving the art of magic one magician at a time! Learn more right here:
http://www.magicalwisdom.com (click the "become a member" button)

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13. Joshua Jay Book Not For Sale
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Message by George Schindler (US)

Joshua Jay's, "Magic In Mind", an edited, 552 page collection of great magic literature currently available on line, free to all magicians, has just been published in a limited, hardbound edition. The book is not for sale but belongs in the library of every serious magician.

The Society of American Magicians Magic Endowment Fund has been allowed to distribute a limited number of copies. They are being offered free as an expression of appreciation to those who elect to donate $100 or more to the S.A.M Magic Endowment Fund.

This offer must be handled on a first come basis. Tax deductible donations under IRS 501c3 code may be made payable to the S.A.M Magic Endowment Fund Inc. and mailed to its chairman, Bradley Jacobs at 18 Stoney Creek Road, Hilton Head, SC 29928. The Fund will ship the books postpaid to USA residents. (Overseas donors need to add $15 USD for postage.)

www.magicsam.com

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14. Daytona Festival Of Magic
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Message by Harry Allen (US)

Daytona Festival Of Magic has finished.

It was a smashing success!!!

Next year's date November 7,8,9 2014
Already booked:
Gregory Wilson
Eric Jones
Fielding West
Silly Billy
Don Baggett
Magic Of Suzanne
Francis Cameron
Harry Allen
Scott Humston
Full dinner served for Friday night show.
Reserve now for better seating .........
Harry Allen
www.daytonamagic.com click on convention
386-252-6767
800-346-2442

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15. The Passing Of An Old Friend
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Message by Paul Daniels (UK)

A blast from my past came leaping out of my email today. The nephew of a ventriloquist called Harry Bowes wrote to tell me that he had died a week ago. Most people will never have heard of him but he had so many different ideas in his act, which was mostly performed with his little boy doll, Reggie Buttons. The name Buttons and Bowes was a natural for the act.

Harry had all sorts of stuff that 'talked' in his act, including shoes. One of the features, and so well done, was his use of two members of the audience who appeared to talk but in reality only opened their mouths when Harry squeezed their arms. One seemed to have a very low voice, and one very high.

With Harry's generous permission, I worked in the clubs doing the card in wallet putting the voices into the two men who 'volunteered' to take part in the trick. Later, again with Harry's permission, I passed the technique onto the British comedy comedian/singer/impressionist David Copperfield, a very popular club and occasional TV performer.

Show business... it goes round and round.

Goodbye Harry.

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16. December Issue Of Genii
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Message by Richard Kaufman - Editor Genii Magazine

The digital version of the December issue of Genii, the largest selling magazine on magic in the world, is now online for your enjoyment on your computer, tablets, and smartphones. Copies are already being received in the mail by those in the U.S. and readers all over the world will be able have instant access to the December issue today.

Our cover boy is David Williamson, in a brilliant profile by David Britland. It includes 8 videos teaching 6 routines that are NOT included on his upcoming DVD set Ridiculous from EMC Productions and are exclusive to Genii. (Those of you who receive the print issue will notice a free DVD in there containing the same videos, courtesy of Luis de Matos and Murphy's Magic.)

Dustin Stinett has taken us behind the scenes on the new magic set/coolest-toy-on-the-planet, Holografx, which uses the Pepper's Ghost principle to create the illusion that you're interacting with holographic people. This story also has many videos

I do my usual preview of the new line of Tenyo tricks, and you'll get your first look at the official video demos only in Genii.

Our new section on the Academy of Magical Arts gets a boost this month with a video interview with General Manager Joe Furlow.

And we have terrific columns from Al Cohen, Jim Steinmeyer, Matt Field interviews Bob Farmer on video, Eugene Burger (plus video), Max Maven actually speaks this month! Racherbaumer, too! Plus more from Roberto Giobbi, David Kaye, John Gaughan, Magic Man Examiner Vault, and David Oliver's triumphant return as one of our team of trick reviewers (with a new set of lungs, to boot).'

So take a look at the largest-selling magazine for magicians in the world! All subscribers get free access to all 75 years of our back issues on Ask Alexander.

If you don't yet subscribe, we've got free giveaways at every subscription level. Give yourself a gift for the holidays! Please take a note of our special offers. Lots of free stuff when you subscribe! A 1-year subscription gets you a full file of The Looking Glass for free. A 2-year subscription gets you a copy of Jennings '67 for free. A 3-year subscription gets you a choice of either The Talisman or The Lost Notebooks of John Northern Hilliard for free. (All you pay for these free items is the postage.)

http://geniistore.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=40

* Every month Genii gives you more pages than any other independent magazine: a 112 page paper magazine mailed directly to you.
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* Every month Genii gives you, absolutely FREE, online access to all 75 years of our back issues via a searchable database on Ask Alexander. That's 53,000 of pages of tricks, reviews, and news going all the way back to 1936 at no charge.

Visit www.geniimagazine.com and subscribe today! Subscriptions start at only $58 for both US and foreign customers.

Digital-only subscriptions are available for $58 to residents outside the United States:
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Remember that the price of Genii drops from the $6 cover price to only $4.50 per issue when you subscribe for one year. Please visit the Genii website and subscribe today at www.geniimagazine.com. If you subscribe for 3 years, you only pay for 26 issues, but receive 36! That's 10 issues for free.

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17. 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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18. e-zine Archives
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Back issues of the Magic New Zealand e-zine go to:
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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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