`* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Magic New Zealand * Proudly sponsored by International Entertainment * www.Alan-Watson.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Issue Number: #761 Date: Sunday 30th May 2010 Editor: Alan Watson www.magicianz.com e-mail: AW@Alan-Watson.com ================================ Hi here is the latest news ================================ 1. Editor's Message 2. Rachel Colombini Hospitalized During Tour Of The UK 3. Steve Wyrick Files For Bankruptcy Protection 4. Stars Of Tomorrow Show In Atlanta 5. Criss Angel - 'Innovator Of The Decade' Award 6. Buying The Same Props - #168 - Kyle Peron 7. Tony Brook In Conversation With Murray SawChuck (Part 4) 8. Las Vegas Magic - June, 2010 9. British Ring Convention News 10. Shoot Ogawa Lecture - The Melbourne Magic Festival 11. Broken Wand - Ulf Bolling 12. Looking For Roommate - IBM San Diego Convention 13. Mark Wilson To Teach Free Magic Class For Kids And Teens 14. Photos Needed Of Jeanne Foster 15. Famous UK Ventriloquist 'Lord Charles' Dies 16. Virtual Tribute To Johnny Giordmaine 17. 30th New Zealand International Magicians Convention 18. e-zine Archives 19. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice -------------------------------------------- 1. Editor's Message -------------------------------------------- Magic New Zealand WILL NOT BE published next weekend as Michele and I will be attending the 30th New Zealand International Magic Convention over the Queen's Birthday weekend. The next issue of Magic New Zealand will be published on the weekend of the 12th and 13th June. Remember if you have any magic news drop me a line: AW@Alan-Watson.com -------------------------------------------- 2. Rachel Colombini Hospitalized During Tour Of The UK -------------------------------------------- Message by Aldo Colombini Rachel Colombini (wife of Aldo Colombini) On April 26th 2010 Rachel was hospitalized during a tour of the UK due to emboli in the hands and feet (a symptom of endocarditis) and was confirmed as having the infection for a second time. Aldo and Rachel took an emergency flight back to the US after cancelling over a month of work and Rachel was again hospitalised and a catheter placed in her arm with a direct line to the top of the heart for daily infusions of antibiotic for the next 5 to 6 weeks. Whist in the hospital the cardiologists have advised that another bout of this infection could be fatal and that valve replacement is necessary. Although Rachel and Aldo do have some limited health insurance the cost of open heart surgery and everything this would entail plus loss of work puts this option out of reach at the moment and they are just crossing their fingers that they can delay things as long as possible which is a little frightening under the circumstances. A website has been kindly set up by Erick and Kim Olsen of Wizardz Theater in Orlando and you can visit this page to read more about this and also to make donations directly via paypal to the heart fund for Rachel if you wish. The website is: www.magic4miracles.com (message from Aldo) "Thanks to all those friends in magic who have called and emailed with their thoughts and prayers it's good to know we have so many friends in magic". -------------------------------------------- 3. Steve Wyrick Files For Bankruptcy Protection -------------------------------------------- Message by Ron Calhoun Magician Steve Wyrick files for bankruptcy protection. Total liabilities: $54,354,748. http://www.lvrj.com/living/magician-wyrick-by-the-numbers-94686334.html The writer made an important point at the end of the article stating, "Some boys want to be magicians. Those boys seldom end up in business school. This might explain why most artists have good managers, agents and accountants." -------------------------------------------- 4. Stars Of Tomorrow Show In Atlanta -------------------------------------------- Message by SAM PR - George Schindler Seven great youngsters to appear in "Stars of Tomorrow" show Producer Marlene Clark announced the names of seven young magicians who will perform at the "Stars of Tomorrow" show in Atlanta, Georgia, during the S.A.M. Annual Convention June 30 - July 3. Two British magicians will join five U. S performers. Their age ranges from 11 to 17. They are: Megan Knowles-Bacon (London, England) Derek McKee (Centennial, Colorado) Reuben Moreland (New York City) Ian Rich (Canton, Massachusetts ) Jacob Roeber (Superior, Wisconsin) Stephen Williams ( Liverpool, England) Benjamin Zabin (Greenwich, Connecticut) See their bios and credits at www.magicsam.com -------------------------------------------- 5. Criss Angel - 'Innovator Of The Decade' Award -------------------------------------------- Message from Paul Stone Paul Stone writes ... On 15th May Diana Zimmerman and I had the pleasure on behalf of The Innovention of awarding Criss Angel with the 'Innovator of the Decade' Award on stage at the Luxor Hotel & Casino after his sell-out 'Believe' Show. This award was enthusiastically received by the 1500 people in the audience and was also filmed as part of a Documentary on Criss for the Biography Channel. The 'Believe' Show has changed dramatically from when I first saw it soon after it opened and Criss does a great job. He is currently in the process of adding 8 new illusions into the Show. Criss certainly works hard and his schedule would wear out most performers. Apart from the 'Believe' Show at the Luxor, he is in the middle of filming another series of Mindfreak and is also soon due to tape shows with both Oprah and Larry King! We are delighted that he will be presenting his first ever Special Session at The Innovention at the Suncoast Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas which runs from 4th - 7th October 2010. And we've also now confirmed that Teller will present his very rarely seen Lecture 'The Red Ball' at The Innovention too. So in addition to an already stellar line-up of Talent at The Innovention you will get to see two of the greatest magicians in the world! Please note that the Special Offer of a superb Ken Brooke Collectors Series Five Star Wallet, valued at $150, runs out on 31st May, so if you don't want to miss out you should Register in the next couple of days. The other Special $50 Introductory Discount, making The Innovention a fantastic deal at $295, will also be finishing on 15th June, so if you are one of the people who has subscribed for this offer but have not yet registered then now is the time to book before the Special Offer runs out. And remember we are limiting the numbers to just 375 people, so when all the places are filled, there will be no more. Go to www.innovention2010 now to Register. -------------------------------------------- 6. Buying The Same Props - #168 - Kyle Peron -------------------------------------------- Message by Kyle Peron (US) magic4u02@aol.com poofersgrl@aol.com http://www.kyleandkellymagic.com It is a shame when a magician will "mimic" another magician. It is done not only on "borrowing" routines others do, but it also happens on the level of one magician buying the same props or same effects as another they may see. Even if that person lives in the same location or area. One could say that imitation is a form of flattery. Another can say that it is just plain rude and wrong. Both would be correct in their thinking. But why does this happen and what can you do to prevent it. What can you try and do to avoid the situation and handle it when it comes up? I think sometimes a fellow magician can and will buy the same props and effects simply because they see you as "doing something right." There may be admiration for you as a performer. They may also see you getting great reactions from effects and decide it is the "easy" way out simply to mimic what you are doing. Their thinking might be "if he is having success with it, I can to simply by buying the same stuff. Another concept can be the notion that the person is seeing effects and props through seeing you perform only. They are not branching out enough or learning enough to know there is so much more out there. They are looking at the magic world through blinders and not open enough to realize they need to search for their own effects that are right for THEM. Is this copying right? No it is not and it tends to be more then annoying. It may dilute the markets you work in and get you frustrated thinking you always have to reinvent something new to simply stay ahead of the game. But there are things you can do to remedy the situation as best as you can. One obvious thing that can be done is simply talking to the person doing it. It many cases they will continue to do it unless you address it with them and tell them why it bothers you so much. You might be shocked what happens when you have the ability to simply discuss something. Let them know why it bothers you and educate them in ways to make their own show fit them. Offer to assist them and point them in the right direction. I have many magicians that work the same markets I do. However, we have all become good friends and we support and help each other as brothers in the art we all love so much. By simply talking with other magicians in your area, you can start to build better relationships with each other. Now there is also another drastically different approach that I often do myself. This may surprise a lot of folks, but it actually makes sense when one looks deeply at it. Don't Worry About It. OK seems a bit bizarre I know. But think about it. Your show and who you are should NEVER be about the props themselves. If it is, then you might as well place the prop on stage, walk away and allow IT to get the applause. What makes any show entertaining is what YOU bring to the show. It is not about the effect or the box. It is all about YOU! So no matter how many props someone buys like yours, or how many effects they buy like yours, no one can duplicate what YOU do. This is done through character, style, patter and scripting. It is what you do to distinguish yourself from all the others. It makes you unique. Many people can buy the same props but it is almost impossible to steal someone's personality and style. They may try, but they will fail time and again. Make your magic fit who you are and give 100% total customer satisfaction as those are things no one will be able to take from you. 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. - "Blue and Gold! The Complete Guide to Working The Scout Market!" is now available as a soft cover printed book as well as an ebook download. Order online now at: http://www.magicenhancer.com/Blue/Gold.html - "Encore! Creativity in the Art of Magic" Ebook. Order online now at: http://www.magicenhancer.com/Encore.html - "Tips and Techniques on the Chair Suspension" Ebook. Order online now at: http://www.magicenhancer.com/ChairSuspension.html -------------------------------------------- 7. Tony Brook In Conversation With Murray SawChuck (Part 4) ------------------------------------------ Message by Anthony Darkstone Brook - Europe/USA TB: And that you did do in grand style ... MS. Yes Tony. I messed up my hair more. I also changed the color of my suit to blue. My music now had 28 different tracks, all professionally edited so that everything was choreographed and timed perfectly to my movements. TB: That kind of commitment, dedication and fine-tuned Professionalism has brought you International stardom and with it many accolades and Awards.but one is very special .. MS: I am very grateful to be honored this way. I've won 24 awards, 1999 was very special .I won a total of 7 that year!........ but the one that has a special place in my office is the TAOM's Herman Yeager Award for the best overall performance. It hadn't been presented in 17 years. I won that in 1999 TB: Excellent. Congratulations. I love TAOMs . I've been to a few and been honored to perform as well. As I mentioned earlier, you have had all kinds of accolades, are a true International Star Performer and have had many wonderful compliments from several leading names in the business, but apart from Marvyn & Carol there are two other people that mean a lot to you.. MS: Yes Tony, you are referring to Jack & Mary Kodell. Jack Kodell, as you know, was the magician who basically invented bird magic specifically using parakeets. I have many wonderful stories relating to them and it would literally take hours and hours to even begin to scratch the surface of my relationship with them. For now, it is enough to say I am blessed and honored by their love and friendship. TB: I know. You are just incredible. There is so much of your amazing life I have had to leave out because of time and space but I am in awe of all that you have accomplished and you are not yet 30! At the beginning of our conversation, I referred to your Life reading like a Hollywood script. And you know what? Someone should make a movie or TV Documentary about you .wouldn't surprise me at all if that happened .well ..let me correct myself .not 'if' but 'when' that happens ..and by the way, Mur, you better call me to write the Script!!! MS: You got it Tony! It's a deal. I sure hope a Producer somewhere is reading your words.. TB: Well, you never know .Hey! After your amazing story you are the very best person to believe in Magic !!! Not anything's possible but everything's possible!!!! Meanwhile, you have heavy traveling schedules, you spend time in Hollywood, where you've been working on a pilot for the new television season. You do stand-up comedy at the famed Comedy Store, and Laugh Factory on Sunset Blvd., Ice House Comedy Club, Hermosa Beach Magic and Comedy and The Comedy Store. You've been a guest artist on Comedy Central, Fox, CBS, VH1 and NBC. Your most recent shows include Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding Show, VH1's 'Celebracadabra', 'Tough Love', and 'Famous Crime Scenes'. You are a Celebrity Host and already a Master Magician. What's next? MS: That's easy. Whatever Life holds for me. I know I am an Entertainer and I love audiences and despite the various ups and downs, I've had a wonderful time and been very blessed for the past 29 years. If the rest of my Life is only half as good then I would consider myself very lucky. I must thank my parents, John and Arlene Sawchuk; I owe my success to both of them because without their support I wouldn't be anywhere! TB: Lucky, talented & dedicated. That's for sure. Murray, it has been truly fascinating. Thank you. I've enjoyed conversing with you. I wish you good fortune & tons of success to come. MS: Thank you Tony. My pleasure. It was wonderful talking to you. --------------------------------- (Hidden in this article are deliberate grammatical & spelling mistakes. After much hard work, my proofreader & I have included these to please those who enjoy finding them.) Send comments & corrections to:- tbrook47@gmail.com ----------ends---------- -------------------------------------------- 8. Las Vegas Magic - June, 2010 -------------------------------------------- Message by David Neubauer - www.dnmagic.com Magic Production Shows: Amazing Johnathan 9 pm (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Planet Hollywood. Criss Angel - Believe 7 & 10:00 pm (Dark Sun. - Mon.) - Luxor. www.cirquedusoleil.com/crissangel David Copperfield - An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion May 27 - Sept. 15 7:30 & 10 pm (also 4:30 Sat.) MGM Grand. www.mgm.admission.com/cgi/guide.cgi?l=EN Dixie Dooley - Master Mystifier 7:00 pm (Dark Sun. - Tue.) - Dixie Dooley's Theater of Magic, Royal Resort. www.houdiniexperience.com 2 for 1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/coupon_dixie_dooley.html Gerry McCambridge - The Mentalist 7:30 pm (Dark Wed.) - Planet Hollywood. www.mentalist.com Comp. Tickets: www.mentalist.com/_images/Ticket.pdf Jeff McBride's Wonderground 3rd Thurs. each month - The Olive Mediterranean (3850 E Sunset Rd). Hosted by Jeff McBride and featuring Guest Stars from around the World. www.vegaswonderground.com Streaming LIVE: www.streetofcards.tv Lance Burton, Master Magician 7 pm (Dark Sun. - Mon.) - Monte Carlo. CLOSING SEPTEMBER 4, 2010 www.montecarlo.com/entertainment/lance.aspx Special Discount: Mention you want "The Special" at the box office to receive a 25% Discount. Mac King Comedy Magic Show 1 & 3 pm, (Dark Sun. & Mon.) - Harrah's. www.mackingshow.com Free tickets (buy 1 drink) are usually available at the concierge desk or handed out occasionally by showgirls. Magical Mix Christopher Karpiak 7-10 pm (Dark Tues. - Sat.) - Mix Lounge at Mandalay Bay. www.mandalaybay.com/dining/mixlounge.aspx Free to locals until 9 pm. Nathan Burton Comedy Magic Show 4 pm - Flamingo. www.nathanburton.com Special: Purchase show ticket and a Flamingo Paradise Garden Buffet meal for $29.95? from the Box Office. www.vegas4locals.com/couponnathanburtoncomedymagic.html Open Sesame Losander, Luna Shimada & Christian Diamond. 6:30 pm (Dark Wed. - Sat.) - Dixie Dooley's Theater of Magic, Royal Resort. www.OpenSesameTheShow.com 2 for 1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponopensesame.html Penn & Teller 9 pm, (Dark Thurs. - Fri.) - Rio. www.harrahs.com/our_casinos/rlv/entertainment/entertainment_detail_00.html Steve Dacri - In Your Face "The Up Close Magic Experience" Sun. - Mon. 7:30 p.m. - Shimmer Showroom, Hilton. www.lvhilton.com/Play/Calendar/Ongoing-Entertainment/Steve-Dacri Super Duper Show B-Rad & Bill Robinson. 4:00 pm., Sat. & Sun. - Dixie Dooley's Theater of Magic, Royal Resort. www.superdupershowlv.com Kids attend free: www.vegas4locals.com/couponsuperduperkidsshow.html Superstars of Magic 8:30 (Dark Tues.) Steven Best and Cassandra, Vegas Club. www.vegasclubcasino.net/entertainment/superstars_of_magic.php 2 for 1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponsuperstarsofmagic.html The Magic and Tigers of Rick Thomas 7 pm. - Sahara. www.saharavegas.com/shows/magic-of-rick-thomas The Todd Paul Show 7 pm. (Dark Fri.) - Hooters. www.hooterscasinohotel.com/entertainment/the-todd-paul-show/ Magic In Production Shows: Crazy Girls Tony Douglas - 9:30 pm (Dark Tues.) - Riviera. www.rivierahotel.com/entertainment_crazygirls.asp 2 for 1 Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponcrazygirls.html Haunted Vegas Show and Tour Jac Hayden, Robert Allen. 9:30 pm, picks up at the Royal Resort. www.hauntedvegastours.com $10 off Tickets: www.vegas4locals.com/couponhauntedvegas.html Matsuri TamBa provides magic between acts. 4:00 pm (Dark Tues.) & 8:00 pm Fri. - Imperial Palace. The Las Vegas Seance Robert Allen, Jac Hayden, Arian Black, Samina, Victora Wayne. 10:00 pm, picks up at the Royal Resort. www.LasVegasSeance.com V, The Ultimate Variety Show Jason Byrne (most Tues. - Sat.) & various others. 7 & 8:30, Planet Hollywood - www.vtheshow.com Variety Showcase Christopher Karpiak & S. Frank Stringham. Tuesdays, 9 pm - FREE - Sam's Town. Other Vegas Magic: Craig Keith performs bar magic at various times - Dick's Last Resort, Excalibur. Jamie Porter's Radio Side Show Sat @ 5 am, KLAV FM 1230. Las Vegas Magic Organizations Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257, 7 pm 1st Monday each month. Clark County Library, 1401 E Flamingo Rd (1 block E of Maryland Parkway). Children's Classes at 5:45 www.ibm257.com. Darwin's Magic Club, meets 10 pm Wednesdays. Boomers, 3200 Sirius Ave. KIDabra Las Vegas, 7 pm every 3rd Monday. Amazing Clowns, 3525 E. Flamingo. www.kidabralasvegas.com June, 2010 Jun. 7: Fantasma Ring 257 presents a lecture by Mark Wilson at 7 pm. Clark County Library Meeting Room (1 block east of Flamingo and Maryland Parkway). Free to members, $20 for all others. Jun. 10-19: Nick Lewin subs for Mac King - 1 & 3 pm. - Harrah's. Jun. 28-Jul 4: Magic & Mystery School - Extended Master Class Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Tobias Beckwith. www.magicalwisdom.com August, 2010 Aug. 23-29: Magic & Mystery School - Extended Master Class Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Tobias Beckwith. www.magicalwisdom.com September, 2010 Sept. 14-15: Magic & Mystery School - Focus on Stage Magic & Manipulation Jeff McBride. www.magicalwisdom.com Sept. 18-19: Magic & Mystery School - Focus on Magic and the Martial Arts Jeff McBride, Bryce Kuhlman. www.magicalwisdom.com Sept. 24-26: Magic & Mystery School - Sisters of Magic & Mystery Abigail Aft McBride, Jeff McBride. www.magicalwisdom.com October, 2010 Oct. 4-7: The Innovention promises to offer a high quality event presented at a superb and intimate venue with world class performers, shows and workshops, and unrivalled access to all the performers and presenters. Paul Stone, Jeff Hobson, Johnny Thompson/The Great Tomsoni & Company, Kevin James, Joseph Gabriel, Gaetan Bloom, Lennart Green, Andy Nyman, Richard McDougall, Kris Kremo, Graham P. Jolley, Shep Hyken, Seth Kramer, Michael Close, Bob Kohler, Al Garber (Magic Al), Mel Mellors and a special 'Red Ball' lecture by Teller. Limited to 375 attendees and a special introductory discount and bonus for bookings made by January 31st. - Suncoast Hotel & Casino. www.innovention2010.com Oct. 9-10: Magic & Mystery School - Focus on Street Magic Jeff McBride. www.magicalwisdom.com Oct. 17-19: Danny Archer and Robert Allen present: Mindvention 2010. www.Mindvention.net Oct. 20-23: Magic & Mystery School - The Magic and Meaning Conference - A distinctive small-group conference that focuses on creating meaningful magic routines, effective scripts, and new venues for performance. Featuring keynote addresses by Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Robert E. Neale, Lawrence Hass, and a number of short talks by experts on subjects relating to the themes of the conference. www.magicalwisdom.com -------------------------------------------- 9. British Ring Convention News ------------------------------------------- Message by Bob Hayden (UK) There are a number of acts that no matter how many times you see them you spot something that you have previously missed and if a comedy act still makes you laugh. Such an act is that of The Great Nardini aka as Paul Nardini who will be appearing in the Late Gala of Magic on Friday evening. It is from the expressions of Nardini the hapless magician and those of his frustrated assistant coupled with some brilliant timing that the comedy erupts. The genesis of the act is interesting. Paul used to perform the act as a solo one until it was seen by Ali Bongo who suggested that his wife Mhairi get involved. It was some of the best advice they could ever have received as together they developed it into an award winning act cumulating in them winning 1st prize in the comedy category at the 2003 Netherlands F.I.S.M. To them it was their top magical moment. There have been others than Ali to have offered advice and Paul considers himself extremely fortunate to have been given it from many talented and respected people, two of whom are John Archer and Bill Seagraves aka The Great Notso. In the early stages of performing the act Paul spoke a few lines. Bill, although loving the act, made a suggestion. He thought in the part where Paul spoke it had the danger of killing the character he had built up in the spectators mind. Paul took heed of Bill's suggestion and realised by remaining silent it would make it possible to perform it anywhere in the world. Paul and Mhairi have had the privilege of performing the act in Gala Shows and Conventions all over Europe and in Las Vegas and the Magic Castle Hollywood. As is usual with many boys Paul reveals he first got interested in magic at the age of around 7 when his mother bought him a magic set and a magic book for Christmas. He loved the Paul Daniels shows and even remembers David Nixon on TV. He drifted away from magic when he was in high school because he formed a Rock band called 'Militia' later renamed 'Running Scared' and this took him right through until his late twenties. By then he had realised that his chances of rock stardom were doomed and he looked around for other ways to get his kicks. By buying 'The mark Wilson Course in magic' his interest in magic was rekindled and he fell in love with magic all over again. He had a keen interest in Tarot Cards and read many books on the history and meaning of the cards resulting in him doing readings for people. But he was to become troubled by the importance that women in particular were putting on the cards and stopped doing readings. He wasn't happy being associated with other readers who were happy to exploit and capitalise on that fear. This led him to his main interest in magic Mentalism. It's all the rage now but when Paul was first learning mentalism it was looked upon as being boring and 'easy' magic for magicians who couldn't do sleights. Paul is thrilled that Derren Brown has changed all that and has shown how exciting and powerful mentalism can be. Paul opened a TV and video repair shop in 1993 which he ran until March 2001 when he decided to make a living being a full time magician, a decision he has not regretted taking. He mainly does private parties and corporate functions but avoids kid shows. He leaves those to the experts. We have not seen any of Paul's mentalism at our Convention. Perhaps one day we will. The biggest mystery surrounding Paul is what inspired him to develop The Great Nardini act, so different from his first love mentalism! Perhaps one day he will tell us. If you haven't seen The Great Nardini perform be prepared to have your sides aching with laugher. If you have seen the act they will still ache! The Great Nardini will be joined by Steve Hewlett and Friends in the Late Gala Show. Steve is a young innovation in the World of Comedy Ventriloquism with just the right mixture of comedy and ventriloquism. What is more he writes his own material. John Pye had no hesitation in booking him for Eastbourne after seeing him perform at the recent Northern Magic Circle Spring Parade. TV and radio credits as well as a successful reputation on the Cabaret Circuit have earned Steve a great step on the ladder of top ventriloquists. He is a favourite among Theatres and Cruise Ships and is proud to have performed on board on the QE2 for its last ever Atlantic crossing from Southampton to New York. A succession of Pantomimes and summer seasons have taken him from strength to strength year after year ending 2009 on the Ken Dodd tour. Bruce Forsyth has afforded him a great accolade when he said 'What a wonderful act. I wish I was his agent'. In the 73 previous British Ring Conventions some of this country's and the world's ventriloquists have appeared. Steve Hewlett joins that elite company. -------------------------------------------- 10. Shoot Ogawa Lecture - The Melbourne Magic Festival -------------------------------------------- Message by Tim Ellis (Aust) Shoot Ogawa is our special international guest at this year's Melbourne Magic Festival. In addition to performing his own solo show, 'The International Close Up Gala' on July 7-10, Shoot will also present his award-winning lecture from 4pm on Sunday July 4. Tickets to Shoot's show and lecture, as well as thirty other shows, can be purchased at www.MelbourneMagicFestival.com Shoot will also be presenting a private, intensive workshop after the Festival. Those interested should contact Simon Coronel on 04113 011105 -------------------------------------------- 11. Broken Wand - Ulf Bolling -------------------------------------------- Message by Bill Palmer Ulf Bolling, known to magicians the world over as Borodin, passed away in his sleep 19 May 2010, after a long bout with metastatic liver cancer. He was just 2 days short of his 78th birthday. His best friend, companion, seamstress and the love of his life, Cocco Charu was with him when he died. In spite of his grave illness, he still actively contributed to the magic community with his writing until just a few months before he passed away. His friends toasted his passing on his birthday. -------------------------------------------- 12. Looking For Roommate - IBM San Diego Convention -------------------------------------------- Message by Salil Kumar "Solyl" Kundu (India) I have booked a room at the convention center and I am looking for a roommate to share the room and cost from July 5 To July 11, 2010. Solyl (Salil Kumar "Solyl" Kundu, TVP for India - N) solylkundu@gmail.com -------------------------------------------- 13. Mark Wilson To Teach Free Magic Class For Kids And Teens -------------------------------------------- Message by Joey King Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 Las Vegas Free magic class for kids & teens Mark Wilson World Famous American Magician Will Teach The Free Magic Class Monday June 7, 2010 Boys & Girls 7 Years to 18 Years Learn New Magic Tricks Every Month Meeting 1st. Monday of Each Month *Occasionally we will have World Class Professional Magicians Teaching This Class Where: Jewel Box Room Flamingo Library 1401 East Flamingo Road (1 1/2 blocks East of Maryland Parkway) Time: 5:45pm to 6:45pm Regular Meeting And Lecture By Mark Wilson Starts at 7:00pm to 8:45pm For Additional Information Contact Joey King Telephone: 702-263-2341 Email: joeyking@cox.net Website: www.ibm257.com -------------------------------------------- 14. Photos Needed Of Jeanne Foster -------------------------------------------- Message by Dale Salwak (US) To accompany a forthcoming article on the creative role that Jeanne Foster (formerly Hammond) played in the life of her husband, Neil, I would be grateful to hear from anyone who has photos of Jeanne from any stage in her life - beginning with the years she worked as an accountant at the Fort Lauderdale Yacht Club through her twenty-five years of marriage to Neil, their time together in Chicago, Illinois, and Colon, Michigan, until her passing in 1979. You may reach me at dsalwak@citruscollege.edu -------------------------------------------- 15. Famous UK Ventriloquist 'Lord Charles' Dies -------------------------------------------- Message by John Palfreyman 'Lord Charles' ventriloquist dies http://uk.news.yahoo.com/21/20100524/tuk-lord-charles-ventriloquist-dies-6323e80.html -------------------------------------------- 16. Virtual Tribute To Johnny Giordmaine -------------------------------------------- Message by John Pellatt (Canada) For technical reasons that I don't fully understand, my virtual tribute to Johnny Giordmaine - Canada's most beloved children's magician (1898-1974) - has undergone a slight (but significant) modification of its online address. The site is now only available here: http://johngiordmaine.netfirms.com Please don't use the www. prefix in its URL anymore - that version of the site appears to be wrong. -------------------------------------------- 17. 30th New Zealand International Magicians Convention -------------------------------------------- Message by - Mick Peck President Shore City Magicians Club Convention Chairman The Incredible 30th New Zealand International Magicians Convention: Final Update! Convention Schedule of Events : Friday 4th June 10:00am "Inside the Mind of Paul Daniels" Masterclass (ticket required) 4:00pm 6:00pm Dealers Load-in 7:30pm "International Stars of Magic" Show (ticket required) Saturday 5th June 8:00am Registrations Open 9:00am Official Opening and Dealer Demo 10:00am Morning Tea, Dealers Open 10:45am All-Star Close-up Show 12noon Lunch - provided, Dealers Open 1:00pm Quick Trick and Junior Stage Competitions 2:30pm Afternoon Tea, Dealers Open 3:00pm Stage Magic and MC Competitions 5:45pm 7:30pm "International Stars of Magic" Show (VIP ticket included) Sunday 6th June 9:00am Children's Entertainer Competition 11:00am Morning Tea, Dealers Open 11:30am Darren Carr "Turn it 'Round!" Lecture 1:00pm Lunch - provided, Dealers Open 2:00pm Close-up Magic Competition : Three Zones 4:00pm Afternoon Tea, Dealers Open 4:30pm John Carney Lecture 6:00pm 7:00pm Banquet, Prize giving and Variety Show Monday 7th June 9:00am Whit Haydn Lecture 10:30am Morning Tea, Dealers Open 11:00am Paul Daniels Career Retrospective and Q+A Session 12:30pm Lunch - provided, Final Dealer Session 1:30pm Convention Wrap 1up, Sub-Competitions and Prize Draws 2:00pm End of Event 2:45pm John Carney Workshop (Pay at the Door) PLUS : It's official - NZ can't get enough Carney! Due to demand we have negotiated an OPTIONAL JOHN CARNEY WORKSHOP which will start shortly after the convention finishes on Monday the 7th of June. John Carney has earned a renowned reputation, including the recognition and respect of professionals and sleight-of-hand fans around the world. He has the ability to dazzle even experienced magicians - first with his intricate routines, then with detailed explanations of each move and the thinking behind it. Over the course of his books, workshops, lectures and performances, there's no question that John is the "real thing." If you've seen John work, you know that his skill allows him to diagnose and perfectly integrate sleights, resulting in (seemingly) effortless presentations. With a conversational approach, John explains exactly what's necessary, what isn't, and how magic can always be made better. John makes great magic. And he helps other people perform great magic. "Carney has rediscovered and reinvented classic platform magic. He talks to you like a guy, a mentor, a tough-love teacher. He doesn't expect you to come to him with a 5th degree Elmsley-Aronson black belt. But he does expect you to love magic as much as he does, and be willing to earn your miracles." - Teller "One of the best lectures I've ever seen ... excellent advice ... his tricks are superlative ... an expert in pure sleight of hand." - Dai Vernon "John is truly a man who understands magic." - Tommy Wonder The optional John Carney Workshop will be held Monday 7th of June, an hour after the convention finishes at 2pm. Your investment is NZ$50 at the door. Full details at : http://www.scmc.co.nz/johncarneyworkshop.html -------------------------------------------- 18. Magic New Zealand e-zine Archives -------------------------------------------- Back issues of the Magic New Zealand e-zine go to www.watson.co.nz/fezine.html Both the User Name and Password MUST be entered in lower case to gain access. User Name: magic Password: kiwi When you enter the archive the e-zines are in issue order and are coded. 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