Magic New Zealand® E-zine

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Issue Number: #1348
Date: Sunday 15th January 2017
Editor: Alan Watson QSM
www.watson.co.nz
E-mail: editor@magicnewzealand.com
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Hi here is the latest news
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1. Editor's Message
2. MAGIC Live 2017 Is Sold Out!
3. Another Magic Castle Is Opening Soon
4. David Blaine Shoots Himself in Mouth
5. British Ring Featured In January Linking Ring
6. The Magic Word Podcast - The Presidents' Messages
7. The Magic Word Podcast - Danny Archer: Smoke and Mirrors
8. HoudiniOpoly Now Up And Live On Kickstarter!
9. Monday Night Magic Schedule (February)
10. Soooo Much Magic in Australia!
11. Michael Giles Succumbs To Cancer
12. Masters of Magic 2017
13. Las Vegas Magic - January 2017
14. Lyons Den - Magicana
15. Celebrity Magician Offers To Perform At Trump Inauguration
16. Mannequin Challenge Magic Show
17. New Zealand Magic Convention 2017 - Rob Zabrecky
18. FISM 2018 Open For Registration
19. e-zine Archives
20. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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If you would like to read the Magic New Zealand e-zine in a HTML format go to: http://www.magicnewzealand.com/ezine-archive/2017-Jan-to-Dec-2017/1348-Jan15-2017.html

If you would like to write a regular column for Magic New Zealand or have some magic news drop me a line:
Editor@MagicNewZealand.com

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2. MAGIC Live 2017 Is Sold Out!
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Message by Stan Allen (US)

If you're still interested in joining us from August 13-16 in Las Vegas, please add your name to our waitlist at www.MagicLiveConvention.com

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3. Another Magic Castle Is Opening Soon
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Article forwarded on by Mel Kientz (US)

Another Magic Castle Is Opening Soon, and We're Trembling with Anticipation

The private club will be completed later this year.

by Chris Nichols

More than a half-century after it debuted in Hollywood, the Magic Castle is set to open a second location later this year near Santa Barbara called the Magic Castle Cabaret. Milt Larsen co-founded the original private membership club for magicians in 1963 and spent decades shaping the building into a labyrinth of dining rooms, theaters, and exhibition spaces, incorporating architectural castoffs from historic L.A. mansions. He now splits his time between Hollywood and Santa Barbara and wanted a club for his friends up north.

The new venue overlooks a lake and nature preserve in Montecito and formerly housed the Casa del Sol restaurant and events center. The structure is about a fifth the size of the Hollywood castle and will feature a 50-seat theater and a lounge.

"I'm gonna make it look like a castle with a lot of stained glass and woodwork," Larsen said. "It will strictly be devoted to close-up magic and variety arts. We might have an evening with [Disney legend] Richard Sherman or a comedian. It's a gorgeous little place with a lakefront view."

During the 1970s Larsen opened additional vintage-themed nightspots at the Variety Arts Center downtown and the Mayfair Music Hall in Santa Monica. Both have since closed, but the original Magic Castle endures. "The Academy of Magical Arts has over 5,000 members," Larsen said. "This year was the biggest and best year we've had in our 54 years." The Magic Castle Cabaret is expected to be open by Halloween.

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4. David Blaine Shoots Himself in Mouth
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Article forwarded on by Peter Rogers (US)

Fox 13

Magician David Blaine shoots himself in mouth as bullet trick goes wrong.

David Blaine, master magician and illusionist, shot himself in the mouth as he performed one of his scariest tricks: the bullet catch.

While preparing for his television show Beyond Magic, Blaine was attempting to catch a bullet in his mouth. He was fitted with a gum shield that went in his mouth. The shield held a metal cup - and that's what he would actually catch the bullet in.
But the clip that aired on the show shows that this trick went wrong - in a big way. The metal cup slipped out of the gum shield. When the bullet hit, the shield shattered.

He was taken to a hospital, where doctors found that he had a lacerated throat.

He still plans to do the trick on his upcoming tour though.

http://fox13now.com/2017/01/09/magician-david-blaine-shoots-himself-in-mouth-as-bullet-trick-goes-wrong/

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5. British Ring Featured In January Linking Ring
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Message by Dennis Schick

Clive Moore, the current president of the British Ring, Ring 25, is on the cover of the January 2017 issue of The Linking Ring. It has been the tradition for many years to feature the largest member Ring of the International Brotherhood of Magicians in the first issue of the year. Ring 25 currently has over six hundred members. In addition, there are other British features in the January issue: (1) Members of the Ring contributed the sixteen effects in this month's Parade; (2) "A Tale of Two Spa Cities," by Roy Field; (3) "A Letter from London," by Dr. Dale Salwak; and (4) a report on the Eightieth Annual Ring 25 Convention.

Other feature stories in the January issue include: the touching story by Walter "Zaney" Blaney about how the late heart surgeon Dr. Denton Cooley saved the life of his daughter, Becky, when she was twelve years old; a report on the October Las Vegas Magic Luncheon (celebrating the event which launched Lance Burton's career); and a review (with breaking news) on the Fourth Annual "Hot Springs Festival of Magic."

Linking Ring columnists this month include: Bev Bergeron's Cutting Up Jackpots ("Magic joins the circus."); Magical Moments by Adele Friel Rhindress ("Marc DeSouza"); The Therapy Of Magic by Scott Hood (funny things overheard); Polishing The Rings, by Skip Way ("Light the Fire"); Marketing Magic by Kent Cummins ("The self-eating watermelon takes another bite!"); The Card Corner by Mike Powers ("Ahab's Goldfish"); Numismagic by Jean-Emmanuel Franzis ("John Bannon's Shangai Surprise"); Simple Diversions, by Andrew Woo ("A kiss is just a kiss"); Situationally Yours, by Chris Beason ("Paper View" by Mike Powers); and Auto-Magic, by Michael Breggar ("Force of Intuition," by Barry Hinnant).

Members of the International Brotherhood of Magicians receive The Linking Ring as part of their membership. The Linking Ring is available on the I.B.M. Website to view as a digital version, or to download.

More information is available at www.magician.org.

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6. The Magic Word Podcast - The Presidents' Messages
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star

As we ease into the New Year and a new U.S. President soon to take office, I thought it would be interesting to hear from the Presidents of three of the world's largest magic organizations. So, on this week's podcast we talk with Jeff Sikora, President of the Society of American Magicians; Oscar Munoz, President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians; and Scott Penrose, President of The Magic Circle.

Each gentleman in turn talks about what they have done over the first part of their terms in office and some of the member benefits that have been introduced, then they follow-up with what they hope to accomplish in the coming year as part of their administrations. In particular, I enjoyed hearing Oscar's candid remarks about how he has been thwarted by the internal political machine that has hindered his effectiveness. I suspect that is the case with most organizations, regardless of whether they are magic related or not, but his frankness was refreshing.

You can hear these Presidents talk about all this and more on this week's podcast at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/338-the-presidents-messages-2017

Congratulations to Jeroen Wijs who won this week's contest prize, "The Human Pin Cusion Feat" and eBook by Devin Knight and offered by our sponsor, The Great American Magic Company.

We also welcome in the New Year with two new members of The Friends of The Magic Word: Jon Barr and Roger Gorss. Thank you gentlemen for your financial support and belief in this podcast. Your kind efforts help keep The Magic Word going for all the rest of the listeners around the world. And speaking of international listeners, membership in The Friends of The Magic Word is not limited to residents of the U.S. Since this is an internationally acclaimed podcast with thousands of listeners (and followers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) from around the world, foreign donations are gladly accepted, too, and easy to make through Patreon and PayPal. Check it out at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/fotmw/

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7. The Magic Word Podcast - Danny Archer: Smoke and Mirrors
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star

In this week's podcast, Danny Archer talks about the development of his new venue for magic…"Smoke and Mirrors" located in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania) just outside of Philadelphia, PA. Danny talks about the many details that one must consider when building a theater and the permits and hurdles one must overcome. He and his business partner, Marty Martin, have a four pronged approach to this establishment: Show, Shop, School and Séance. All of this will be under the auspices of the new "Magical Arts Center". This sounds like it will be a magic jewel that will feature magic like no other theater in the U.S.

You can hear Danny talk about all this and more on this week's podcast at: https://www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/337-danny-archer

We also congratulate the winner of last week's contest for a "surprise" gift from The Great American Magic Company: Jon Barr. Be sure to visit the website to enter the contest this week for a chance to win an eBook from Devin Knight, "The Human Pin Cushion Feat". And also we welcome Gene Protas as a "Friend of The Magic Word" for his donation to the podcast. Thanks, Gene, for your support.

And finally, we have posted the "Magicians' Valhalla" listing on the website of some of those magician friends of ours who have passed during 2016. There are also links to those who have been heard on the podcast. Aloha, our friends.

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8. HoudiniOpoly Now Up And Live On Kickstarter!
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Message by Dorothy Dietrich and Dick Brookz

HoudiniOpoly now up and live on KickStarter!
Here is the link to see or JOIN!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1726279887/houdini-opoly-fun-exciting-legend-and-magic-hero-b

Our sincere thanks to all.

Dorothy Dietrich and Dick Brookz
The Houdini Museum, Scranton, PA
The Only Building in the World Dedicated to Houdini

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9. Monday Night Magic Schedule (February)
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Message by Peter Samelson (US)

Monday Night Magic February Schedule (All Performers Subject To Change)

February 6: Torkova, Francis Menotti, Michael Chaut; Emcee - David Corsaro
Close-up: Matias Letelier, David Schwartz

February 13: David Oliver, Ben Nemzer, Eric Dittelman; Emcee - Todd Robbins
Close-up: Mike Patrick, Patrick Davis

February 20: Alexander Boyce, Paul Draper, Chris Capehart; Emcee - Todd Robbins
Close-up: Jason Suran, Ben Nemzer

February 27: Michael Karas, David Corsaro, Eran Raven; Emcee - David Corsaro
Close-up: Michael Chaut, Eric Brown.

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10. Soooo Much Magic in Australia!
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Australian Institute of Magic

There is so much magic happening in Australia over the next few months it's unbelievable!

Perth Fringe World starts January 20, The Adelaide Fringe starts in February and The Melbourne International Comedy Festival starts in March - all chock full of great magic shows to see. All this plus the regular magic shows happening every week in venues all over the country.

Where can you find out about all of these shows?

For what's on right now go to http://australianinstituteofmagic.org/events/

And to take a look at our calendar of events go to http://australianinstituteofmagic.org/calendar/

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11. Michael Giles Succumbs To Cancer
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Article from the Magic Compass
A service of the Society of American Magicians

Michael Giles was a magician, an illusionist, a creator and an entertainer. He was an artist. He was also a husband, a father, grandfather and a friend to many in the industry. In October 2016, he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer. He and his wife Melanie immediately began to battle the deadly disease but the cancer progressed faster than anticipated and this past week, after months of painful treatments, he made the difficult decision to stop treatments.

Doctors had done all that they could so Hospice Care took over. On Sunday, January 8th, his physical journey finally came to an end at 4:02pm (PST). He is survived by his wife, Melanie Giles, his son Tylor Giles and his grandson Zackary. Michael was 56.

The Magic Compass wrote about Michael and Melanie's fight against Pancreatic Cancer in November. That article shared information about efforts to help Michael and Melanie raise the needed funds to help offset Michael's medical expenses. Over $30,000 was raised of a $50,000 goal. Melanie is still going to have to pay the bills that were incurred. If you would like to help you can to go to Michael Giles' Magical Medical Fund Page.

https://www.gofundme.com/michael-giles-magical-medical-fund?ssid=800595509&pos=2

Michael got interested in magic when his father would entertain guests with simple "pocket magic" tricks including cups and balls. One evening young Michael snuck into his father's room, found the tricks and learned how to do them. That started his lifelong interest in the art of magic. By the time he was 12, Michael was already entertaining audiences. With a firm commitment to the art of magic, he trained endless hours perfecting his craft and creating memorable magical innovations. Soon he began entering and winning magic competitions with his dove act.

Michael was discovered by the world renown, Magic Castle in Hollywood, where his impressive performance at the historical venue launched his career and placed Michael at international performance and competition levels. He would also win awards including "Stage Magician of the Year" and "Best Magic Show".

His talents and achievements forged his career, made him a star and gave him the chance to perform to standing ovations in over 16 countries across 6 continents, first as half of The Majestix with Stacy Jones and later with his own show with his loving wife Melanie.

He has accrued accolades, awards, and worldwide recognition, earning the distinction of an impressive cover story in Magic Magazine and Vanish Magazine. Michael was also featured on the covers of Las Vegas' What's On, "Vegas" magazine, and dozens more.

Michael Giles earned a reputation that placed him in high demand among the magic world's major productions and venues. He starred in Dick Foster's award winning "Spellbound" in Reno, "Spellbound"- The World Tour, "Eclipse" in Lake Tahoe, "The Sand Castle" in Guam and consecutive headlining engagements at "Caesar's Palace" in Las Vegas. He also starred in the magic show Illusionarium on the cruise ship, Norwegian Getaway.

He starred on a multitude of global television shows including Disney's Magic and Beyond, and highlighting this merit with multiple appearances on NBC'S, "World's Greatest Magic". In recent years Michael and Melanie became regulars on Masters of Illusion television series on The CW Network. They also headlined the Masters Of Illusion live tour.

Michael Giles was not only an amazing performer but he was also a genius illusion designer and builder. His innovative concepts have inspired the magic world and magicians will perform his stage creations for years to come.

Michael presented a fusion of perplexing magic and spectacular illusions and then would present them in ways that were unique and exciting. The way his mind worked astounded his peers as he would combine ideas from different illusions to create something new and exciting.

With all these accolades, Michael Giles never developed an "attitude". He never became a "diva". His humility and grace are the very things that he will be remembered for the most. He always made time to meet other magicians and fans. He made people feel special, as if they were the most important people in the world.

Michael Giles has taken his last bow on this world's stage but his magic will live on through the lives of the people he touched and inspired.

http://www.magic-compass.com/michael-giles-succombs-cancer/

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12. Masters of Magic 2017
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Message by Joan Caesar (Canada)

Masters of Magic will be held May 11-14 in beautiful Saint-Vincent, Italy. For its 15th anniversary it has a star studded cast including Paul Harris, Shin Lim, Hun Lee, Richard Sanders, Dani DaOrtiz, Tony Chapek, Raul Cremona, Bruno Copin, Richard Kaufman and many more. Filled with lectures, stage and close-up competitions, gala shows and parties and many other events, it will be an experience you'll never forget. All this for 199€ until March. Don't forget to book your room at the lovely Grand Billia Hotel Plan to stay several extra days to see the area.

For more information: www.CongressoMagicoDiSaintVincent.com

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13. Las Vegas Magic - January 2017
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Message by David Neubauer (US)

Criss Angel - Mindfreak Live!
7 pm & 9:30 pm (Dark Mon. - Tues.) - Luxor.
www.cirquedusoleil.com/criss-angel-mindfreak#BwSsTgzRH21YxQov.97

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

Gerry McCambridge - The Mentalist
7:30 pm (Dark Wed.) - Planet Hollywood.
www.vtheaterboxoffice.com/Vegas_Show_Tickets.cfm?showID=10005
2 for 1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponthementalist.html

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 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
$9.95 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponlaughternoon.html

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.

Mat Franco - Magic Reinvented Nightly
7 pm - Linq Showroom - LINQ.
www.caesars.com/linq/events/mat-franco#.VUTdemdFDD8

Mike Hammer Comedy Magic Show
7 pm (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Four Queens Hotel and Casino.
www.mikehammershow.com

Murray - Celebrity Magician
With Guest Act: Douglas "Lefty" Leferovich.
4 pm (Dark Wed.) - Sin City Theatre, Planet Hollywood.
www.planethollywoodresort.com/shows/murray-celebrity-magician.html
2 for 1 General Admisson or VIP Tickets & 2 Popcorns: www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/murray-celebrity-magician/
Half-Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=258&City=Las Vegas&State=NV&Name=murray-celebrity-magician

Nathan Burton Comedy Magic Show
4 pm - Saxe Theater - Planet Hollywood.
Current Guest Star: Russ Merlin.
www.nathanburton.com/Tickets.php
$12.50 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/nathan-burton-comedy-magic/

Paranormal - Frederic Da Silva
4 pm - Windows Showroom, Bally's.
www.caesars.com/ballys-las-vegas/shows/paranormal#.VTaCb2dFA-w
Half-Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=246&City=Las Vegas&State=NV&Name=paranormal
2-for-1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/paranormal/

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

Tommy Wind - A Unique Magic and Music Experience
7:00 pm. (Dark Wed.) - The Tommy Wind Theater
(Vegas Blvd between the MGM and Planet Hollywood).
www.tommywindmagic.com/vegas-magic-show-2013

Half Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=230&City=Las Vegas&State=NV&Name=tommy-wind

X Comedy - Uncensored Fun - Piff the Magic Dragon
8:00 pm, (Dark Thur. - Sun.) - Bugsy's Cabaret, Flamingo
www.caesars.com/flamingo-las-vegas/shows/x-comedy

Xavier Mortimer's Magical Dream
7:00 pm, (Dark Wed.) - Sin City Theatre, Planet Hollywood.
Half Price Tickets: www.halfpriceshows.com/Shows/showdatelistt.jsp?i=4&id=270&City=
Las%20Vegas&State=NV&Name=xavier-mortimers-magical-dream
MAGIC and MORE
Crazy Girls
Tony Douglas - 9:00 pm (Dark Wed.) - Crazy Girls Theater - Planet Hollywood.
www.caesars.com/planet-hollywood/shows/Crazy-Girls#.V7X7GXn6t6k

Dixie Dooley
2 & 4 pm every Sunday - Center Stage at the Boulevard Mall.

Fantasy - Seth Grabel
(Seth performs Tuesdays only) 10:30 pm. - Luxor.
www.luxor.com/en/entertainment/fantasy

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

Sapphire Las Vegas Comedy Hour
Comedians, Burlesque, Magicians, Variety Acts - Mondre
8 pm, (Dark Sun.- Fri,) - Sapphire Gentleman's Club, 3025 Industrial Rd.
www.sapphirelasvegas.com/las_vegas_vip_services/sapphire_comedy_hour

The Happy Happy Hour Comedy Show - Mondre
6:00 pm. (Dark Thur.) - LA Comedy Club, Stratosphere
www.thelacomedyclub.com/catalog/i23.html
Locals: $10 tickets

The Mystifier
Dixie & Julie Dooley
8:00 pm (Dark Sun. - Wed.) - Theatre of Magic, Royal Resort

Zombie Burlesque
Featuring Steve "Tiny" Daly as "Tiny Bubbles".
8:30 pm, (Dark Sun.) - V Theater, Planet Hollywood
www.vtheaterboxoffice.com/Vegas_Show_Tickets.cfm?showID=10032

Vegas Public Close-Up Magic
Excalibur - Dick's Last Resort Craig Keith performs bar magic, various times.
Hard Rock - 2nd Floor Bar Café: Smoothini - Wed. to Sun. 8 pm-10:30.
Las Vegas Strip Street Magic: Grndl, Jungle Josh, James Kelsey.
Mandalay Bay Magical Mix - Christopher Karpiak 7-10 pm (Dark Sun.. - Mon.) - Skyfall Lounge, Delano Hotel.
New York New York - Pour 24: Smoothini - after 2 am.
The Fremont Street Experience: Adam Flowers, Chris Randall, Will Bradshaw.
Treasure Island - Señor Frogs: JungleJosh - House Magician (Dark Mon.), 5 pm to 1 am.
Table-hopping and Comedy Magic on the stages. No Cover, No Min.
Wynn/Encore: Shimshi - Resident Magician.

Las Vegas Magic Organizations
Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257, 7 pm - 8:45, 1st Monday each month at Top Hat and Wand Magic Shoppe, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102. 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 8 pm - Midnight. Each Wed. at Tommy Rockers at Dean Martin & Flamingo.

The Las Vegas Magic Luncheon is every Friday at Noon. Magicians and Variety Artists meet for lunch and laughs. All visiting magicians to Las Vegas are welcome to drop in. Great food, great atmosphere - Gordon Biersch, 3987 Paradise Rd

Upcoming Special Events
December, 2016
Dec. 23: Michael Carbonaro - Live! 10 pm - Terry Fator Theatre, Mirage.
www.mirage.com/en/entertainment/michael-carbonaro.html

January, 2017
Jan. 19: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

February, 2017
Feb. 15: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

March, 2017
Mar. 15: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Mar. 15-16: Focus on Presentation, Character, and Scriptwriting presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass, Ph.D.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Mar. 17-19: 3-Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass, Ph.D.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Mar. 24-26: Medicine and Magic Seminar presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Ricardo Rosenkranz, M. D., Lawrence Hass, Ph.D.
www.magicalwisdom.com

April, 2017
Apr. 19: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Apr. 28-30: Focus on Street Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride and Mario Morris.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May, 2017
May 1-2: Magic & Mystery School Spring Training - Focus on Card Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School.
Instructors: Jeff McBride, Greg Gleason.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May 3-4: Magic & Mystery School Spring Training - Focus on Classics of Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Greg Gleason.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May 5-6: Magic & Mystery School Spring Training - Focus on Grand Illusions presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Greg Gleason.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May. 18: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

June, 2017
Jun. 15: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Jun. 23-25: 3-Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

July, 2017
Jul. 20: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Jul. 21: Magic and Theatre with Gaston presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Gaston Florin, Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

August, 2017
Aug. 11-12: Focus on Platform and Parlor Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Aug. 13-16: MAGIC Live! will be held once again at The Orleans in Las Vegas, with Alumni Registration opening Nov. 30 and General Registration available on Dec 6, 2016.
www.magicmagazine.com/live

Aug. 17: Sisters of Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Special guest presenters including Ariann Black, Abigail McBride and others.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Aug. 17: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Aug. 18-24: 7-Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass, Tobias Beckwith.
www.magicalwisdom.com

September, 2017
Sept. 21: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

October, 2017
Oct. 18-21: Magic and Meaning Conference presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School will be held at the Tuscany Suites & Casino, located at 255 E. Flamingo Rd. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger. Special Guest TBA.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Oct. 19: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

November, 2017
Nov. 4-6: Magic for Speakers and Presenters presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride Stephen Shapiro, Tobias Beckwith.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 8-11: Master Class for Mentalism presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass, Ph.D. Special Guest for the Class will be Ross Johnson.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 15: Fall Training - Classic Themes of Mentalism presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 16: Fall Training - Focus on Storytelling Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 16: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Nov. 17: Fall Training - Focus on Séance and Bizarre Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 18: Fall Training - Focus on Illusions presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

December, 2017
Dec. 21: Jeff McBride's Wonderground, 7:30 pm to midnight - The Olive (3850 E Sunset Dr.) Non-stop Magic and Variety Performance Art. A new show each month. Local ID: $10 cover, all others $20.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

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14. Lyons Den - Magicana
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Message by James Alan

Jamy Ian Swiss continues his weekly column at Magicana, the Lyons Den. His column offers in-depth reviews and critiques of magic works across different media.

Recently posted include his review of The Jerx: Volume One:

"I like my art to be provocative, perhaps above all else-I'm not a fan of art that sustains the status quo-as well as insightful, thoughtful, beautiful, arresting, inspiring. All of these elements make appearances in the pages of The Jerx, Volume One, and add to that the fact that it's laugh-out-loud funny, and profoundly sophomoric, and offensive to the point of desperation, at least a few of my readers probably don't need to know anything more before rushing to order their own copy…"

http://www.magicana.com/news/blog/jerx-volume-one

And of The Aretalogy of Vanni Bossi:

"I was very fond of the man, Vanni Bossi, and of his magic, and I am extremely pleased that this book, many years in the works, has finally seen the light of print. There is material here that is well worth exploring and adapting for anyone looking for impactful close-up magic plots with deceptive methods that are often not too technically demanding. It should go without saying that, in the hands of Stephen Minch, the writing is simultaneously instructive and elegant, as is the design and production of the book, befitting not only its contents, but also the creator at its core."

http://www.magicana.com/news/blog/aretalogy-vanni-bossi

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15. Celebrity Magician Offers To Perform At Trump Inauguration
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Message by Wayne Alan

Celebrity magician Wayne Alan, America's only World Champion Illusionist, has offered to perform for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. He thinks that the entertainers who are speaking out against performing at President-elect Trump's inaugural certainly have the right to do so, but they may wish to reconsider for two reasons. Number one, they should respect the office of the president. Number two, Mr. Trump will be the president of all American citizens, regardless of party affiliation or who they voted for. Everyone should hope and pray that his presidency does well. If he is not successful then all Americans are losers.

Mr. Alan has performed 13 ½ times at the White House for both Democrats and Republicans. He first appeared for President Ford, then President Carter and has since appeared there numerous times. He has also performed for many congressmen, governors and other politicians, from both parties.

Wayne Alan is America's only World Champion Illusionist, the only American to ever win the gold medal for grand illusion at the International Olympics of Magic. He has performed on national TV on Entertainment Tonight, MTV, Inside Edition, Good Morning America, ABC, NBC and CBS Network News programs. He's also appeared with Oprah Winfrey, Larry King and Maury Povich. He has acted as a consultant for the famous magicians David Copperfield and Criss Angel. Mr. Alan has performed 13 ½ times at the White House. He is the first magician to write a cookbook, titled Magical Meatless Meals-Famous Foods from Famous People and Places.

Mr. Alan is the owner, President and performer at the Historic North Theatre in Danville, VA. This 500 seat landmark theatre with a full balcony originally opened in 1947 and underwent a 3.5 million dollar restoration in 2005. He purchased the performing arts complex in 2012 which also includes a restaurant, gift shop, art gallery and celebrity bed & breakfast. Prior to purchasing the theatre Mr. Alan was a Corporate Illusionist for over 30 years representing Fortune 500 companies at meetings, conventions and trade shows around the world.

For further information: www.TheNorthTheatre.com Please call 434-793-SHOW (7469) or e-mail: Wayne@WayneAlanMagic.com

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16. Mannequin Challenge Magic Show
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Message by Charles Bach

I wanted to share a vid of the world's first Mannequin Challenge Magic Show we did in Hawaii on NCL Pride of America this week.

See if you can spot the magic! Hope you like it.

https://youtu.be/xqTisT2QISw

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17. New Zealand Magic Convention 2017 - Rob Zabrecky
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Message by Nopera Whitley, New Zealand

Always wanted to visit New Zealand? Now you have the perfect reason!

Taking place in the Capital of New Zealand, Wellington is smack-bang in the centre of the country - the perfect place to start your adventure down under.

Headliners already announced include Shin Lim, Rob Zabrecky, Charlie Frye, Colin Cloud & Hector Mancha.

Places are strictly limited to 180 registrations. Avoid disappointment and register before it's too late!

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18. FISM 2018 Open For Registration
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Message by Joan Caesar (Canada)

FISM in South Korea

The 2018 FISM website is now open to take reservations. It will be continually updated with information about the convention. Now is the time to book your reservation in order to take advantage of the lowest fee and to be given the best seat possible for the Gala Shows:
www.2018fismbusan.com

I look forward to seeing you there.

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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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