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Issue Number: #1148
Date: Sunday 2nd November 2014
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. The Amazing Johnathan "I Have A Year To Live"
3. Masters Of Illusion Live Shows
4. MAGIC Magazine November 2014
5. Tragicomic Zombie Series Of Mini-Movies
6. Preview Of November Issue Of The Linking Ring
7. The Magic Word Podcast - The Bullet Catch
8. Remarkable Magic #368 - Nick Lewin
9. Make a Difference - My Story - #358 - Kyle Peron
10. Updates So Far This Week on VanishLive.com
11. Broken Wand - Woody Pittman
12. SAM Convention Is Vacation Destination
13. The Historical Tiberio Bridge
14. Sam Powers Joins The Cast Of The Illusionists 2.0
15. Band of Magicians - Tickets On Sale
16. Jeff McBride's Virtual Magic & Mystery School
17. David Ginn's UK Tour 2015
18. 32nd New Zealand International Magicians Convention
2015
19. e-zine Archives
20. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice
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1. Editor's Message
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The highlight for Michele and I was attending the IBM Ring
160 Day of Magic Convention. As Directors of Magic New Zealand
we were very pleased to be able to present a Magic New Zealand
Life Time Achievement Award to Terry von Pein, and Mick
Peck with a Special Award for Outstanding Contributions
to New Zealand Magic.
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Remember
if you have any magic news drop me a line:
Editor@MagicNewZealand.com
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2. The Amazing Johnathan "I Have A Year To Live"
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Article forwarded by Peter Glass
Las
Vegas Sun
The
Amazing Johnathan stuns 'ENTSpeaks' audience: 'I have a
year to live'
By
John Katsilometes
The Amazing Johnathan is the last in line on this night
after a series of five speakers at Inspire Theater on Fremont
East in downtown Las Vegas. Before him, we have been regaled
in tales from such legends as Mary Wilson of The Supremes
and comic genius Marty Allen.
A
genuine showgirl and two-time cancer survivor, Shellee Renee,
has appeared on the same stage as an Olympic athlete and
Cirque artist, Christina Jones of "O." Jeff Kutash
has talked of his brief period as "Mr. Disco"
with the dance revue Dancin' Machine, which helped vault
him to become one of the city's top producers with the long-running
"Splash" at the Riviera. This is all part of the
premiere night of what, hopefully, will be a series of such
monologues, "ENTSpeaks," a production of Emmy
Award-winning set designer Andy Walmsley.
At
the end, it's the comic magician of whom his contemporaries
say is one of the great stage performers of his era. Comic
Louie Anderson said that just before the show as he hung
around the VIP suite with the night's speakers. But The
Amazing Johnathan, or A.J., as he is commonly known, is
not right on this night. He is weak and has trouble walking
over any considerable distance. His wife, performance artist
Anastasia Synn, has had to sometimes carry him, actually
on her back, when his legs fail.
Johnathan
is seated onstage, seemingly revived by the lights and exuberant
crowd in the 200-seat theater. There will be no illusions
from the comic magician, but there will be laughs. He talks
of his formative years as an entertainer, growing from a
school kid who convinced his parents and teachers that he
could really bend spoons, to a street performer (toggling
space with such great close-up artists as Harry Anderson)
and club comic in San Francisco. "Robin Williams and
Dana Carvey, they were friends of mine," he tells the
audience.
A
move to Los Angeles and his bitingly funny stage show quickly
led to appearances on "Late Night With David Letterman"
and specials on HBO and Comedy Central. "I was going
to be on a new show that was going to be better than (Johnny)
Carson that was 'Thicke of the Night.' I might have jumped
on the wrong bandwagon there," he says, as those who
remember Alan Thicke's doomed late-night talk show laugh.
Johnathan
even hosted a game show broadcast from Atlantic City, a
Merv Griffin vehicle called "Ruckus," in the early
1990s. He performed for two presidents, and says, "I
did one for Reagan while I was stoned on ecstasy,"
he says, nonchalantly, as if reciting rather than confessing.
"I don't know why, but I figured this might be the
right place to try ecstasy for the first time. The Secret
Service was looking at me like, 'Oh, man
' they all
knew. They all knew I was doing this (stuff)."
Johnathan
reminds of his great success in Las Vegas, highlighted by
a 13-year run at Golden Nugget, a gig he resisted initially.
"When they said Golden Nugget, I was like, 'Eeeeh,
really?' But I sold out every night for two years, 500 seats
a night. Every single night."
And
over the years, he says, "The greatest time of my life
was spent here. I made millions of dollars, I have two beautiful
houses, and everything came crashing
"
And
swiftly, the air seems to leave the room. There is a long
pause, timed at seven seconds but seeming an eternity.
The
great entertainer then says: "Down."
And
adds, "And I was told I have a year to live."
The
audience is unsure how to react. A.J. is known to be one
of the great pranksters among entertainers, in Las Vegas
or anywhere. Is this real? There is a laugh from the crowd.
"It's
not a joke," he says.
Silence.
"So.
Um
I promised myself I wasn't going to cry, but,"
he continues, his voice quivering. "It's very scary.
My heart is failing. My wife says it failed long ago. But
it is actually failing, for real."
Johnathan
is speaking with great clarity, and also velocity. This
information is unspooling fast. It's almost like being exposed
to sleight-of-verbiage, where your brain is still remembering
that yarn about the Secret Service but now trying to process
impending death.
"Um,
I can't do shows anymore because my legs lock up and my
hands lock up, and that's kind of (crappy) for a magician,
going onstage, 'And for my next trick,' " he says,
sitting entirely motionless. "So, um, I take this medication.
I was told that it might help out, but I'm going to tell
you something: Even though I'm sad about it, I've got a
beautiful wife, I just got married (the audience applauds)
and made sure she signed a prenup - that's how I know she
loves me."
Still
able to draw laughter, and certainly in command of the stage,
The Amazing Johnathan is nonetheless finished performing.
"I
am retired. I don't do shows anymore. I did my final shows
at the Magic Castle," he says of shows he performed
June 30-July 1 at the famed Los Angeles magic fortress.
"My friends came out: Penny (Wiggins), Sophie (Evans),
Erica (Vanlee), the girls who worked with me for the 20
years I was doing magic. So don't feel sorry for me because
I have had the best, most incredible life that you could
have."
The
girls mentioned by Johnathan are crying, as one of the cameras
set up by Walmsley catches Wiggins, who brilliantly played
sidekick Psychic Tanya, with tears spilling down her cheeks.
He
half-jokes, "Everything I have wanted, I've got. There's
a lot to be said for devil worship. But the things I own,
the 25 classic cars, all that stuff that I thought was so
effing cool, means nothing to me now. In fact, if you want
one, talk to me after the show."
This
ride, this career, is nearing a close.
"I
got my affairs in order and
that's it," he says,
his voice once more faltering. "Thank you all for coming
out." He hugs his wife near the edge of the stage and
walks off with, "Peace. I'll see you on the other side."
It
all lasted 15 minutes. Whether we see A.J. onstage again
remains to be seen, and he does come back onstage to answer
a few questions sent earlier by email, joined by Kutash
and Allen, but it felt like a final bow. The man who bestowed
the title "Amazing" on his own act, his own image,
was nothing short of that.
For
complete article go to:
http://www.lasvegassun.com/blogs/kats-report/2014/oct/22/amazing-johnathan-stuns-entspeak-audience-i-have-y/
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3. Masters Of Illusion Live Shows
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Message by Karen Brown
Tour
schedule for the upcoming dates for the Masters of Illusion
Live shows!
I've
also included a link to a recent review of show - it is
doing so well and is helping to bring Magic to audiences
old and new!
Masters
of Illusion Show Review:
http://www.themagicdetective.com/2014/10/masters-of-illusion-live-review.html?m=1
Sat.
Nov. 1 - Ashland, KY - The Paramount Arts Center
Sun. Nov. 2 - Louisville, KY - Palace Theatre
Wed. Nov. 5 - Cincinnati, OH - Taft Theatre
Thu. Nov. 6 - Pittsburgh, PA - Carnegie Music Hall
Fri. Nov. 7 - Williamsport, PA - Community Arts Center
Sat. Nov. 8 - Kitchener, ONT - Centre in The Square
Fri. Feb. 20 - St. Petersburg, FL - The Mahaffey
Sat. Feb. 21 - Fort Pierce, FL - Sunrise Theatre
Sun. Feb. 22 - Jacksonville, FL - The Florida Theatre
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4. MAGIC Magazine November 2014
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Message by Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine
As
Seen On
I
didn't set out to make November a television issue; it just
worked out that all four of our feature stories this month
- Michael Carbonaro, Mat Franco, Bill Malone, and even Dell
O'Dell - deal with TV.
Michael continues to create amazing "Candid Carbonaro"
moments each week for the truTV network. And one of the
guys who helps put the show together, Derrin Berger, gives
us a behind-the-camera look at how that process works. You
can find links to video segments referenced in the story
at MyBookshelf and M360. We've posted links on our public
website.
From everything I've heard, Dell O'Dell was certainly a
character. I never had a chance to meet her. I was only
twelve when she passed away, and her run on local television
in Los Angeles was during my toddling years. Fortunately
for me, and all of us, Michael Claxton has painted quite
a picture of the brassy lady who was "so much more
than just a pioneering woman in a largely male profession."
Congratulations to Mat Franco, who has certainly gone where
no magician has gone before. Who would have thought, back
when America's Got Talent debuted in June 2006, that A)
it would be such a phenomenon, or B) a magician would take
the top prize, or C) if that happened, it wouldn't be a
"saw the beautiful lady in half" magician? Our
author, Chris Philpott, is uniquely qualified to make some
sense of this AGT season, having acted as a consultant for
David & Leeman, one of the top twelve acts this year.
Also, Rory Johnston reports on Mat's role in the live touring
show.
And then there's Bill Malone, who landed a guest spot on
the popular CBS drama NCIS: Los Angeles. How much magic
is he doing on the episode? None, nada, zero, zilch, zip!
This time around, Bill's purely an actor. And he talks about
the experience with Rory Johnston.
It's all in the November 2014 MAGIC Magazine experience
plus a lot more!
Visit www.MAGICmagazine.com
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5. Tragicomic Zombie Series Of Mini-Movies
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Message by Teller
The
latest episode of my tragicomic Zombie series of mini-movies
(this one co-starring Johnny & Pam Thompson) has just
been posted. Happy Hallowe'en!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBDPJLHx8vQ
We
plan on releasing parts 4 and 5 over the next week with
5 launching on Halloween.
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6. Preview Of November Issue Of The Linking Ring
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Message by Dennis Schick, Assistant Editor - The Linking
Ring
The
November 2014 issue of The Linking Ring is another example
of why it is so popular among both the members of the International
Brotherhood of Magicians, but also advertisers of magic
products and services. The issue is at the printers and
will be available to I.B.M. members on November 1 in digital
or PDF format, and also in the mail.
Steve
Cohen -- The Millionaires' Magician -- is the cover story
for the November issue of The Linking Ring. Read how he
came to develop his persona and is playing to weekly sold-out
audiences at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City.
Also featured in this issue are: a special Homage to Alexander
Herrmann; a Tribute to Joe Bertuzzi; a continuation of a
discussion on Operation Tricks Are Treats; and a report
on the Second Biennial China Beijing International Magic
Carnival. READ ON.
The
November issue of The Linking Ring features Steve Cohen
on the cover and in an inside story by Don Greenberg. Read
how Steve came up with the idea of carving out a special
niche audience to play to, and how he has developed it into
a lucrative career. He even shares his "Eleven Commandments
of Parlor Magic" -- what he does best.
David
Meyer gives us some insights into the life and times of
Alexander Herrmann in "Homage to Herrmann." In
keeping with the articles on magic history which The Linking
Ring is famous for, Meyer tells about the Herrmann Collection,
including books about him. It's a fascinating read.
During
his seventy-two years, Joe Bertuzzi devoted hundreds of
hours and countless efforts on behalf of the I.B.M., and
thus is deserving of the four-page In Memoriam written about
him by his friend Bill Spooner. Bertuzzi died September
28, and his obituary is in this month's Broken Wand.
A
short feature story introduces readers to The Florida Theater,
the site of the evening shows at next year's I.B.M. Convention
in Jacksonville, Florida, July 15-18, 2015. It is one of
those classic movie theaters which has been lovingly restored
and which gets jaw-dropping stares in its own right. What
a thrill it will be to be part of the audience and/or to
perform on that stage. Check out the article and photos.
In
the October issue, Scott Hood reminded I.B.M. members that
there is an approved plan and instructions for magicians
to visit hospitals, called "Operation Tricks Are Treats."
This month he continues that discussion, giving information
about how to volunteer for these projects in your community.
Those who have done this say it is one of the most rewarding
things they have ever done. Scott is willing to help any
Rings to get started in implementing this program. He tells
you how to get started.
Coverage
of the 2014 Combined Convention in St. Louis continues,
with reviews of various lectures: Henry Evans, David Stone,
Miguel Angel Gea, Christian Engblom, and Dani DaOrtiz.
Continuing
the profiles of I.B.M. Territorial Vice Presidents, S. Patrick
Toman, the TVP for Eastern Pennsylvania, is featured.
Dale
Salwak, our Assistant Editor and I.B.M. Far East Ambassador,
brings us a first-hand report of the Second Biennial China
Beijing International Magic Carnival. Dr. Salwak has established
a close relationship with magicians and other officials
in Asia, and we get an up-close-and-personal insiders view.
This
month's Hocus Pocus Parade was written by Dr. H. Frederick
Reisz, Jr., a sixty-year veteran performer from South Carolina.
He contributes ten effects. Other tricks can be found in
The Card Corner, Ways and Means, Numismagic, Simple Diversions,
Expert at the Tech Table, and Storytelling Magic.
Add
to those the regular columns from the editor and the president;
and from Bev Bergeron, John Tudor, Skip Way, Adele Friel
Rhindress, and Peter Scarlett; and other popular features
like Hocus in Focus (product reviews), Ring Reports, Pictures
from the Past, and the Youth Trivia Contest, and you can
see why The Linking Ring is so popular as a member benefit
for I.B.M. members.
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7. The Magic Word Podcast - The Bullet Catch
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star
Eli
Marks is at it again...right in the thick of a murder mystery.
This time it involves one of the most mysterious and dangerous
tricks in history - the bullet catch. In this, the second
in the series of the Eli Marks mystery novels, author John
Gaspard, leads the readers down a fun and interesting journey
that keeps you moving from one chapter to the next. In this
week's podcast of The Magic Word, John talks about not only
his new book (which will be released on November 4, 2014)
but also the success of his first in the series, "The
Ambitious Card" and future books in the series.
This
is geared towards the mystery aficionado but magicians will
enjoy this book, too, for the "inside baseball"
references to magic. After all, the hero of the series,
Eli Marks, is a professional magician. The interesting thing
about the author is that John is not a magician. You will
enjoy the read, but I also know you will enjoy our chat
on this podcast.
You
can view some photos, listen online to the podcast, or download
the MP3 file at: http://themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/the-bullet-catch
You can also listen to the podcast through iTunes which
you can find in their podcast area. Of course you can subscribe
to the podcast on The Magic Word through the above link.
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8. Remarkable Magic #368 - Nick Lewin
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Message by Nick Lewin (US)
"McCombical"
--- The new book of things McComb.
I
recently had the honor of being asked to contribute to the
new book "McCombical. The Wit and Wisdom of Billy McComb."
It meant a lot to me to be able to join in with others in
adding my thoughts about this legend of magic. Billy was
my hero, mentor and friend from the moment I first met him
when I was 11 years old. We remained dear friends until
the sad moment of his passing in 2006. I miss him very much
to this day and he will always remain irreplaceable in my
life.
One
of the few things that saddened me in connection with Billy
was that many of his brilliant routines and ideas were so
poorly represented in print after the publication of his
classic book "McComb's Magic: 25 years Wiser."
Martin Breese published a written version of his magicassette
interviews under the title of The Professional Touch, however
it was nothing like as important as "McComb's Magic"
in preserving the creative genius of Billy. McComb's first
book "The First Book of William" is a tough to
find booklet, but definitely required reading for the comedy
magician. McComb's remaining routines were mostly scattered
around in magazines, lecture notes and pamphlets.
I
just received a copy of the new book "McCombical"
and I am delighted to say that Magic Inc. has finally published
a wonderful addition to the written legacy of the brilliant
magical mind of McComb. From a series of scattered source,
Sandy Marshall has created a book that should be in every
magician's library. "McCombical" will be inspiring
performers, hobbyists and scholars for many generations
to come because here indeed is a book that pays full tribute
to the genius of one of magic's greatest creators.
"McCombical"
is 197 pages that jump to life as you read them. The profusely
illustrated book divides Billy's creations into six major
categories --- Cards, Silks, Ropes, Mental Miracles, Stage
and Close-Up/Parlour Magic. Interspersed with the tricks
and routines in the book are a series of fascinating and
revealing appreciations and tributes to Billy from his many
friends. This is a beautifully edited and published book
that lives up to its title by putting a delightful focus
on the wit and wisdom of this iconic performer and magical
inventor.
Over
the years I knew Billy I was always astounded by the width
and breadth of his knowledge about all things magical; this
book puts all that knowledge on display and the wise performer
will be dipping into it for years to come. A young performer
could create a delightfully commercial show just from within
the pages of this one book. There are only a handful of
books that I can honestly say that about.
Many
of Billy's most classic effects are contained within this
book including his half dyed silk, whisky egg bag, torn
& restored card and a dozen more. They are sure fire
and direct effects that are all proven and tested in the
arena of real world performance. These routines are written
and illustrated in the words and drawings of McComb himself
and are a joy to read. When the book arrived in the mail
I spent the next day reading the book cover to cover and
it was like spending a day with Billy--- without the smell
of tobacco!
I
can't recommend "McCombical: The Wit and Wisdom of
Billy McComb" highly enough. I am extremely grateful
to Sandy and the rest of the gang at Magic Inc. for allowing
it to grace my bookshelf. If you want to add it to your
library you can find it on their website at http://www.magicinc.net/mccombicalthewitandwisdomofbillymccomb.aspx
I
want to also make mention of a really great podcast that
I am featured in this month. The podcast is called The Successful
Performercast and it is a wonderful free resource for the
magic fraternity. I had a blast during the one-hour interview
with Kris Sheppard and passed on way more information than
I planned to! I highly recommend it to all our readers and
suggest you visit their website at http://www.successfulperformercast.com
or you can download their latest podcast through iTunes
by going to https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/spc-032-nick-lewin-magician/id866935997?i=320431376&mt=2
You
can visit my online store at www.lewinenterprises.com
I
have exactly 6 of my Lemon Aid effects still available for
purchase before the price is raised and they become a custom
item. Check out the video on my website---it has been getting
raves from purchasers around the world.
Subscribe
to my blog at www.remarkablemagic.com
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9. Make a Difference - My Story - #358 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.facebook.com/perondesign
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com
We
ALL have an art called magic wherein we can use to make
a positive difference in people. So many folks have hardships,
face problems or have handicaps of one or another. So many
are told that they cannot do our art because "it's
too hard" or "it's impossible." I want to
share with you my own personal story. I hope it might make
you all aware that anything is possible if you love what
you do and work hard to accomplishing your dreams.
I started losing my hearing around age 8. At that age I
never really knew why I was different. Every day at school
I was bullied, picked on, tormented, ridiculed and sometimes
beat up. I had no idea why. I tried to act like the other
kids acted. I tried to wear what they wore. I tried to do
everything just to avoid being bullied.
By
age 9 I realized I would never be like them because at that
age I was already about 45% deaf in both ears. There was
nothing really they could do at that age to help me as technology
for my hearing loss was not advanced enough to do me much
good.
I
did then what the only thing I could do and that was the
best I could possibly do. To strive and to better every
day and to adapt to the situation.
However,
through it all I was shy, nervous and felt often alone.
I felt like I was watching the world through a window as
it went past me. It was tough knowing that I was there with
them but I was not really THERE. I was made to feel less
than others and that hurt a lot.
All
that changed for me when a magician came to my school. For
those 30 mins for the first time in my life I felt...NORMAL.
I did not feel like a deaf kid. I did not feel like I was
different. I simply felt normal. It was the most magical
feeling in the world for me. But like they say all good
things come to an end.
The
show ended and I went back to feeling sorry for myself.
That is when I raced home and I started a passion for learning
the art of magic. I wanted to utilize magic as my means
to escape. I slowly started to realize that when I performed
magic, I felt alive. I felt important. I felt that I could
do things hearing people could not.
This
gave me an amazing sense of empowerment. A feeling that
I can indeed do anything that I set out to do. I can accomplish
anything that I decide I want to accomplish.
It
is amazing to people that as my hearing got worse throughout
school, my grades were not affected. Without the help of
any hearing aids, I got A's and B's in school. I graduated
high School with honors. I got a scholarship to college.
I went through college and on the dean's List every semester
and graduated cum Laude and I did ALL of that as a guy who
is about 70% deaf in both ears.
I
was stubborn and it was not until I was 27 before I ever
did anything for my hearing to assist me. If not for my
boss, I may not have ever done it. When I had my hearing
checked the audiologist was shocked. I remember her looking
at me and saying, "I have no idea in the world how
you can speak so clearly and understand people with the
severity of the hearing loss you have."
It
was at that moment when she realized I am one of very few
people in the world that managed to teach myself how to
lip read without me ever knowing I was doing it. To this
day I lip read. Even with the hearing aids, I rely on lip
reading to understand what folks are saying to me.
I
was told that I would not be able to perform magic to music
or talk in my shows or bring folks up on stage. One thing
being deaf has done for me is given me the power to realize
I CAN DO IT. If they say I can't I say "move over and
watch me" It drives me forward with determination to
do what I want to do because this is my life and I want
to live it on MY terms.
I
am now 45 years old and my hearing gets worse as I get older.
But my deafness has opened many doors for me. I have had
the ability to empower others and to lecture at the corporate
level with programs designed on goal-setting and overcoming
hurdles. I have an anti-bullying program for schools and
for kids. It has allowed me to outreach to those in need
and make a difference.
I
am proud to say that I am one of few people chosen to be
in the book called "Silent Magic", by Dr. Simon
Carmel. It is a book on the top 50+ magicians in the world
and throughout history who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
To be included in that book is a deep honor to me.
I
may never hear like you do, but I will always SEE the world
in ways others simply can't. For this, my deafness will
always be a gift.
***
I hope this information has given you an idea of what can
be done with working the festival market. If you would like
additional and detailed information on this topic, please
see my book/eBooks at: http://kpmagicproducts.com/Festival_Magic.html
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.
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10. Updates So Far This Week on VanishLive.com
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Message by - Mick Peck (NZ)
Online Content Editor
www.VanishLive.com
Latest
updates on VanishLive.com include:
-
David Seebach's Love Of Magic Never Disappeared
- Paul Daniels Bitten Before Show
- Garrett Thomas To Perform At NACC Fundraiser
- Pete Firman: Trickster
- Darren Romeo To Open In Tennessee
- David Caserta's Haunted Illusions
- Jeff McBride At Cabaret of Magic, Florida
- Po-faced Anchors 'Ruin TV', Says Paul
- Obituary: Phil Willmarth Kept Craft From Disappearing
- Spooktacular
- SAM Magicians To Perform Levitations On October 26th
Video
of the Week: A great recent and in-depth interview with
David Copperfield on Project Magic.
Daily
magic news, articles from around the world and reviews from
working professional magicians.
Visit
us today at:
http://www.VanishLive.com
-
Mick Peck
Online Content Editor
www.VanishLive.com
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11. Broken Wand - Woody Pittman
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Message by Jerry Hollywood
It's
a sad day for all Magic friends we lost a Great friend an
Amazing Entertainer Woody Pittman who lost his battle with
terrible disease Cancer Very sad news. He was my friend
you will always have a special place for me and all of us
you touched with your charm Woody
Woody
Pittman passed away 10.24.2014 at 3:00pm in Los Angeles
after a three-year battle with cancer. Woody was a creative
force with a gentle and warm character and a playful, inventive
mind. As a performer he enchanted and delighted audiences.
He will be missed terribly.
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12. SAM Convention Is Vacation Destination
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Message by Mark Weidhaas (US)
SAM
Convention is Vacation Destination for Magicians and their
Families
The 2015 Society of American Magicians (SAM) convention
in Philadelphia July 1-4 will be exciting for magicians
and their families. Magicians will see fresh new talent
perform in the three evening gala shows, including "The
transformation of Vaudeville," "The Heart and
Soul of Magic," and Miguel Puga's one-man show "Concerto
for Piano & Pasteboards." The professional close-up
show features the magic of Spain with Woody Aragon, Hector
Mancha, Juan Luis Rubiales and Mario Lopez.
Who
will win the prestigious Father Cyprian Murray Stage Magic
Contest and the Dr. Paul Critelli Close-Up Magic Contest?
And don't forget the ever-popular "Stars of Tomorrow"
show which has been a launching pad for magic's newest stars.
The
SAM will bring back Eric Jones and his team of underground
magicians for late-night jam sessions. Select Workshop Sessions
will allow you to choose your favorite hands-on learning
experience in an intimate setting. The magic lectures will
focus on close-up, stage, family entertainers, mentalism
and magic history.
Over 20 magic exhibitors from around the world will be featured
with ample time to see the newest creations. The SAM banquet
will include a surprise performer, the Milbourne Christopher
Foundation Awards, and opportunity to congratulate President
Kenrick "Ice" McDonald, President-Elect David
Bowers and Convention Honoree Ray Goulet.
Bring
the kids for the Society of Young Magicians (SYM) All-day
Magic Jam on June 30, 2015 which promises to be a fun day
of hands-on training for SYM members and young magicians,
age 7 to 17, by the SYM's top instructors including David
Oliver, Arlen Solomon and Kayla Drescher. A free event included
with your youth registration for the SAM Philadelphia Convention.
Philadelphia
and the SAM convention is a family destination for all.
While the magician in your family is learning from the experts,
the non-magician will be entertained with our excellent
shows and contests.
In
addition, twice daily, the SAM and members of local Assembly
#4 will offer free walking tours of historic Philadelphia.
See the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the U.S. Mint,
and Betsy Ross House, all within a short walking distance
of the convention hotel. The SAM will even include FREE
admission to National Constitution Center (normally $14.50).
You will want to spend hours at this interactive museum
dedicated to the US Constitution. Once you see how close
these historic landmarks are, you will want to come back
at your own leisure, have a cheese steak or pretzel, or
visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the steps from
Rocky or the Franklin Institute science museum. Don't forget
to end the convention with a bang and the best the best
fireworks on Saturday, July 4th at 11 pm.
Philadelphia
offers a grand vacation for your entire family. Where's
the best place to celebrate July 4th? The place it all began:
Philadelphia.
The
convention hotel is located downtown next to the famous
Reading Terminal Market, the famous indoor foodie paradise.
The Marriott Philadelphia Downtown is located at 1201 Market
Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107. Convention registration
and hotel reservations can be made at http://magicsam.com/annual-convention/.
More
info at mark@magicsam.com or samregistrar@yahoo.com
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13. The Historical Tiberio Bridge
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Message by Joan Caesar (Canada)
One
of the things I don't want to miss during my trip to FISM
is the Tiberio Bridge, a famous Rimini landmark.
The
sturdy white stone, with original inscriptions to Augustus
and Tiberius, gives visitors the sensation of travelling
back in time.
Construction
of this bridge started during the reign of Augustus in 14
AD, as part of his extensive series of public works for
Rimini, but it takes its name from Tiberius, the Emperor
under whose reign the bridge was completed in 21 AD.
During
the summer months, there are often concerts and events staged
in the canal using the Tiberio Bridge as an impressive backdrop.
It remains open to pedestrians and cars but not heavier
vehicles.
Built
with stone quarried in Istria, Croatia, the bridge's construction
is remarkable, featuring five semicircular arches with an
average span of 8 yards that rest on massive pillars with
breakwater spurs set at an oblique angle with respect to
the bridge's axis in order to follow the current. It remains
largely as it was when built by the Romans, despite the
ebbs and flows of the river, the numerous wars it has seen,
and modern day traffic.
It's
amazing to think that a structure of such perfect design
could be built without our modern day equipment and expertise.
The River Marecchia originally passed under the bridge,
but in the twentieth century was diverted from its original
course to minimize flooding damage.
The
Tiberio Bridge was the only crossing of the Marecchia River
not destroyed by the retreating German army during the Battle
of Rimini in Sept. 1944 and has resisted all attempts at
destruction, including the ignition failure of explosive
charges.
Step
back in time. Join us at FISM in July.
From
more information on FISM go to: http://www.fismitaly2015.com/
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14. Sam Powers Joins The Cast Of The Illusionists 2.0
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Message by Robyn MacFarlane (Australia)
Believe
it or not: Illusionist Sam Powers levitates Big Brother
runner up above the waters of Sydney Harbour
Illusionist
Sam Powers pulls off world first levitation above waters
of Sydney Harbour
Big Brother runner up Jade Albany was almost two feet above
the water.
Sam
is about to join the largest magic show on earth called
'The Illusionists 2.0'
By
Amy Ziniak For Daily Mail Australia
Published: 23:15 AEST, 23 October 2014 | Updated: 13:53
AEST, 24 October 2014
Illusionist
Sam Powers has pulled off a world first levitation above
the waters of Sydney Harbour.
Sam
conquered his fear of sharks to stun passing ferry passengers
at McMahon's Point in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
He
successfully levitated last year's Big Brother runner up
and model Jade Albany almost two feet above the water.
'We
almost got washed away a couple of times, but if you are
a real magician, you should be able to make magic happen
anywhere,' he said.
'I
am terrified of sharks and I did see a sting ray, but my
fear and adrenalin rush to do something that has never been
done before made it all the more exciting.'
The
whole experience left his subject shaking.
'Sam
put me in some sort of trance and the next thing I knew,
I was hovering a couple of feet above the Harbour, with
the waves washing my hair,' said the 24 year old.
'It
was incredible and a bit scary, even though I'm a good swimmer.'
'I
was literally shaking from the experience when Sam carried
me back to dry land. I've no idea how he did it.'
Sam
is about to join the largest magic show on earth called
'The Illusionists 2.0' where he will join six of the world's
best magicians currently on a world tour.
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15. Band of Magicians - Tickets On Sale
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Message by Nathan Barker (Australia)
The
magic super group Band of Magicians (James Galea, Justin
Willman, Nate Staniforth and Justin Flom) will be in Melbourne,
Australia for a season in January 2015 at Crown Casino.
You
can see the Band in action here - https://vimeo.com/102598520
Tickets
are now on sale through Ticketek -
http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=BANDOFMA15&v=PAC
Nathan
Barker
Personal Manager
w: www.jamesgalea.com
e: nathan@jamesgalea.com
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16. Jeff McBride's Virtual Magic & Mystery 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
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17. David Ginn's UK Tour 2015
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Message by David Ginn (US)
UK
tour 2015. Here are the confirmed dates and cities for my
last KIDBIZ MAGIC tour of the UK. This doesn't mean I won't
return to England/Scotland; it only means no more long tours!
I will also be at Blackpool in Feb. 2015 with a dealer stand.
Come see me either way!
April
7 - Arrive in UK
April 8 - Wolverhampton
April 9 - Airdrie, Scotland
April 10 - Dundee, Scotland
April 11/12 rest in London
April 13 - Portsmouth
April 14 - Northampton
April 15 - Leamington
April 16 - Dunstable
April 18 - Manchester FCM-UK
Kidbiz & Christian Workshop 10 am - 3 pm
April 20 - LSM Davenports in London
Also
. . . I am considering a short 4-5 day Final Eastern Canada
tour for Sept.2015 and a Final Europe tour in spring 2016.
If you are interested in seeing me, email me at ginnmagic@comcast.net.
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18. 32nd New Zealand International Magicians Convention
2015
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Message by Nopera Whitley (NZ)
Join
the Wellington Magic Club on Labour Weekend 2015 for three
days of magic.
When:
24th - 26th of October, 2015
Where: James Cook Hotel, Wellington City, New Zealand
Registration
is Open
We have an "Extra Early-Bird" rate for those who
register before the 10th of November, 2014.
-
Seniors: $270
- Juniors, Parents & Partners: $170
Register
online at www.wellingtonmagic.co.nz or to download the registration
form go to: http://www.wellingtonmagic.co.nz/register.pdf
.
Venue and Accommodation
The convention will be held at the Wellington James Cook
Hotel Grand Chancellor, and we
have secured a great room rate at $169 per night (King Bed
or Double + Single Bed) which
includes a full buffet breakfast for two. Rooms will be
available for booking next week.
Headliners
already confirmed include:
- Phil Cass and his partner Philippa
- Charlie Frye and his partner Sherry
- Nick Nickolas
For
more information, or to get in touch, visit us at www.wellingtonmagic.co.nz.
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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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