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Issue Number: #1255
Date: Sunday 31st January 2016
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. Vanish Magazine Edition 24 Now Online
3. The Wall Street Journal - Magic-Trick Apps
4. MAGIC Live 2016!
5. Content From Kids Entertainer Hub
6. Jon Armstrong Lecture "Wows" Them In Texas
7. Don't Pass Go - #388 - Kyle Peron
8. 2016 February AMA Show Schedule
9. Updates So Far This Week on VanishLive.com
10. Las Vegas Magic - February 2016
11. Magician Brutally Murdered!
12. To His Credit With John Lovick & Seth Kramer
13. Another Spin On The Story With Alex Rangel & Brent Geris
14. AbraCORNdabra
15. S.A.M. Contest Of Magic Experience In Indy
16. Short & Sweet - Magic & Comedy
17. David Ben Pledged To Shave His Hair - Cancer Research
18. e-zine Archives
19. Privacy Policy and Copyright Notice

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1. Editor's Message
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As of this mailing Magic New Zealand is being sent to 17,895 subscribers around the world.

If you would like to read the Magic New Zealand e-zine in a HTML format go to:

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

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2. Vanish Magazine Edition 24 Now Online
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Message by Paul Romhany - Editor Vanish Magazine

Your free copy of Vanish is out now from www.vanishmagazine.com and www.vanishmagic.com

Featuring an in depth interview with Paul Daniels by Ben Robinson where Ben asks 22 Questions to Paul about the business and his views on where magic is today.

Learn some great magic from Steve Valentine (including free video), Thom Peterson, Paul Gordon, Louie Foxx, Jonathan Friedman, Josh Janousky, Steve Schneiderman, Think N. Bell, Butzi, and Diamond Jim Tyler. Lots of these also have interactive video links so you can watch performances.

Many magicians would be surprised to learn that a trick published in 2015 could earn them $10,000. This June, a new set of awards will see a total of $50,000 in prizes distributed over five categories, celebrating excellence in magic. James Alan explains the Allan Slaight Awards.

Black Art - Ger Copper is one of the leading experts in the world on this unknown art and he shares some information and history about Black Art.

Nick Lewin has a story on Francis Menotti under Red Hot Thinking Magician

Romany continues her series and this issue includes her stories about entering magic competitions

Matthew Fallon interviews Dan and Jan Orleans in Married In Magic.

We also have great articles this issue on using Social Media to get work including YouTube by Timothy Hyde and Snap Chat by Erik Dobell.

Ted Outerbridge has an article on Magic and Music and how to incorporate it in to your act.

Reviews: Over 32 of the latest magic tricks, DVDs, Books, and downloads that have been released this year are reviewed.

https://youtu.be/wbdGrpRXm2w

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3. The Wall Street Journal - Magic-Trick Apps
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Article forwarded on by Peter Philips (US)

The Wall Street Journal

Magic-Trick Apps to Unleash Your Inner David Blaine

So you want to be a digital magician? These spellbinding apps for iPhone and Android smartphones can help you master the art of illusion….

Balance of the article go to:
http://www.wsj.com/articles/magic-trick-apps-to-unleash-your-inner-david-blaine-1448476092

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4. MAGIC Live 2016!
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Message by Stan Allen, Editor of MAGIC Magazine

It's still seven months away, and MAGIC Live 2016 is already 92% sold out. If you're thinking of joining us to celebrate MAGIC Magazine's 25th Anniversary, please sign up today. And if you're still on the fence, here are a few of the...

Top Ten Reasons People Love MAGIC Live!

#10. Room Rates
Believe it or not, rooms at The Orleans Hotel & Casino are just $32 each, when you share with a friend (and we all know that's the best way to attend a magic convention!). That $32 price is not a typo. And it includes parking, resort fee, and Internet! Even if you don't want to share a room, it's only $64 per night. You just can't beat that!

#5. Close-up
The world's top talent is presented in an intimate, custom-built theater. Without bragging (too much), it's the best venue for close-up magic to be found at any convention.

#3. Special Events
In the past we've featured cabarets by Dana Daniels, Tim Conover, David Williamson & John Carney, and David & Leeman, plus game shows, "Tales of Terror," "Richard Wiseman's Experimental," "From the Dark," a MAGIC Museum, and more.

To read all 10 reasons (especially #1), please visit:

http://www.magicmagazine.com/live/top-10-reasons-why-people-love-magic-live/

MAGIC Live!
August 14-17, 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada

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5. Content From Kids Entertainer Hub
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Message by Laurice Chavez

History of Magic: Theodore Annemann

Link: http://magictricksforkids.org/theodore-annemann/
Theodore Annemann was a big man in the history of magic. Not only an accomplished mentalist and a daring magician who had the guts to perform the dangerous Bullet Catching trick, he wrote extensively and was a prolific creator of tricks and effects that benefit many performers to this day. Learn more about this enigmatic magician at http://magictricksforkids.org/theodore-annemann/

2. Add This to Your Magic Arsenal: Sheikh Mabooty
Link: http://magictricksforkids.org/sheikh-mabooty/
There are dozens of variations of the card stab trick out there. If you're looking for a simple version with a highly entertaining presentation, check out http://magictricksforkids.org/sheikh-mabooty/

3. Simple Ways to Fill Down Time Before You Start Performing
Link: http://kidsentertainerhub.com/simple-ways-to-fill-down-time-before-you-start-performing/
Have 10 to 20 minutes to kill before your magic show starts? Here are great ways to make use of that time: http://kidsentertainerhub.com/simple-ways-to-fill-down-time-before-you-start-performing/

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6. Jon Armstrong Lecture "Wows" Them In Texas
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Message by Nick Lewin (US)

On Monday 18th January, Jon Armstrong stopped off in Austin Texas for a lecture on his current highly acclaimed lecture tour. He lectured at the Omni Hotel for the local SAM Assembly 206. Attendance was high and his lecture was a huge success with all those in attendance. It was everything you could hope for and more and the tiered lecture room was a perfect venue for a close-up magic lecture.

Armstrong is a highly regarded performer/lecturer and a long-term favorite at the Magic Castle in Hollywood. He has toured and lectured in many countries and it was very easy to see why he has created such an impact worldwide. His recent appearance on Penn & Teller: Fool Us! Where he performed his signature Tiny Plunger routine has also made him a firm favorite with non-magician audiences nationwide.

Aside from some beautifully crafted tricks to learn there was a surfeit of excellent advice for any magician. Armstrong is a thinking magician whose analysis of both method and effect cannot fail to improve the performance of any performer. He is a master at simplifying a trick to the exact point where it achieves maximum affect but never going an inch too far in the direction of oversimplification.

Armstrong began his lecture with a very effective card under poker chip that achieved a nice laugh before nailing the audience with a finale that has to leave any audience gasping at the obviously skillful final revelation. The explanation was an object lesson in using misdirection and timing to make the execution of secret actions logical and practical. Jon followed this with a rubber band effect that was fast and effective and really impressed me--- and I am no fan of rubber band magic!

After his brief excursion into non-card magic, Jon gave the attendees a very thorough demonstration of his famous Tiny Plunger routine which ample showed why this routine has become such a phenomena. It combines great magic, great situational comedy into a multi-dimensional routine that gets progressively baffling as it evolves. It was a highly anticipated highlight of the lecture and everyone was delighted with the thoroughness with which he demonstrated every detail involved in the routine.

Armstrong's handling of a classic "Biddle Trick" demonstrated his basic three-part approach to creating strong magic; these three elements were encapsulated as conviction, intent and reverence. It was a fascinating triple principle that beautifully explained why he is such a powerful performer. A very strong follow my leader effect was also a perfect example of this three part philosophy of close-up magic.

Two other gems in the lecture were Armstrong's teaching of his tabled deck double lift and an amazingly effective and well thought out twenty-card Out Of The World handling. The variation of Paul Curry's classic had been re-named Out Of This Blah Blah Blah by Jon, Believe me there was nothing blah about this routine---it is a commercial killer.

If you have a love of good magic I strongly recommend that you make sure you catch Armstrong's lecture. Your time will be well spent and you are almost guaranteed to become a better magician just from his philosophy, not to mention the great tricks you can learn.

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7. Don't Pass Go - #388 - Kyle Peron
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Message by Kyle Peron (US)
magic4u02@aol.com
http://www.kylekellymagic.com
http://www.kpmagicproducts.com

If you perform for children, chances are you have come across a situation where by a child helper seems perfect for a routine. You get them up there and they still seem good and are reacting the way that you would want them to react. Everything is going fine. Then you start to get into the routine and suddenly fear starts to overtake the child.

They start to feel nervous, frightened and scared. You sense it, feel it and know it is happening. But what do we do about it. Many folks would calm the child down and send them back to their seat or to their parent. There is nothing wrong with this at all. However, I feel there is a different direction you can go in.

First thing we must understand at all times is that kids are kids. As much as we try and read them there is no guarantee. A calm child can get nervous and scared very quickly and that can shock us and catch us off guard. It is a part of being a child in a strange situation.

One thing we can never do is force the child to continue on. We can never make them continue with the routine simply because we may be half way through it. Our love for the routine and for getting through the show cannot overtake our common sense that a child is not feeling right.

At that point we must always keep the child's best interest at heart. Always.

You are the entertainer, do you really want to 1) create and extend an awkward moment for the kid and the crowd or 2) cause this child to have a bad memory of entertainers that may last his/her life time?

We must be observant. We must always be reading a child helper's body language. It is a tell-tale sign of what is to come. A child who is laughing is one who is having a good time. If the feet are apart and the hands away from the body, it is a sign of the child in a relaxed and fun state. However, if a child gets nervous, shy or scared, the body language changes dramatically.

You will see a child in this state start to change his/her body language. The feet and legs come together and the arms come close to the side or may even become close to a hug. This is a protective stance for the kid and a sign to you that the child is not comfortable.

The other thing in this state that we often will hear is the audience or parent or adults encouraging the kid onward. "It's ok Mark go on. It's fun. Come on and smile." They do not mean any ill will but that only tends to backfire as it causes pressure on the child and an awkwardness you have to handle.

Whenever a child is feeling that nervous or that scared, it is my job as an entertainer to calm the child down and to make them feel good again. That is what we are there for. We are entertainers and we bring smile and laughter and good times. We do not encourage or promote the opposite.

So let me give you an example or scenario and then how one could handle it in a different manner. The example is you are doing the chair suspension illusion. You end the show with it and perform it with the b-day child. The parents know and the child is the right weight and you cope the child out ahead of time and see that he is perfect for it. You get him up there and you work through the routine just fine. Everything is going well as it should.

As you draw closer to the illusion itself, you see the signs that the child is nervous and scared and the parent says something like what I stated above.

What do you do?

First, never carry on in the routine. It is not fair to the child or to the audience.

You could thank the kid and encourage the kid and shake his hand and send him back to his seat. That can certainly be an option.

But what if you changed it around? What if you empower the child and change the routine 180 degrees? No one knows how the routine is to play out but yourself.

Instead what if you told the child that he is special and you did not see it before but HE is magic. That because of his birthday, he can do most anything with your help. What if you then placed your jacket on the child or gave him your magic wand or top at. Something you use in the show or wear ion the show that is a part of you.

By doing so you tell the child that you are giving him your magic. Your magic powers and ability will be his and his to have for a few moments. You then change the routine around so the child is the one doing the magic and the one will make a friend float. The child remains on stage and another child brought up. You emphasize that you are his assistant and that he will be doing all the magic.

You coach him along the way as to what to do. But the focus is not on you but 100% on HIM. HE is the one doing the magic and causing it to happen. Watch the child light up. Watch the child turn a frown into a smile. Watch him become totally empowered and feel great.

In this example, you are simply changing the focus. You do not always have to get all the applause. To make a child turn from scared and shy and nervous to being empowered, smiling and feeling great is REAL magic.

The parents will thank you time and again for making their child's day extra special by changing a bad situation into an amazing one. You will feel great because you saved the day, saved the show and brought memories to this child that he will remember for a long time.

As always, I encourage you the readers to let me know your thoughts. So if you have any thoughts on my articles or suggestions or comments, please feel free to e-mail me directly at magic4u02@aol.com. I would love to hear from you.

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

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8. 2016 February AMA Show Schedule
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Message by Jack Goldfinger
Director Of Entertainment
Academy of Magical Arts, Inc.

February 1-7th
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Tricky Devil
Early: Michael Rubinstein
Late: Mark Matsumoto

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Tom Ogden
Late: Mark James

Palace of Mystery
Lady Mystina
Ice McDonald

Peller Theatre
Chris Korn
Nathan Kranzo

W. C. Fields Bar
Steve Wastell

Friday Lunch
Michael Rubinstein

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Dennis Forel

Lecturer - Saturday 6th
Michael Rubinstein

February 8-14th
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Brian Markenson
Early: Suzanne
Late: Jonathan Levit

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Kerry Ross
Late: Oscar Munoz

Palace of Mystery
John Carney
Johnny Fox
Dan Birch

Peller Theatre
Ali Shelley
The Bornsteins

W. C. Fields Bar
Rich Cowley

Friday Luncheon - CUG
Suzanne

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
The Amazing Geebo

Lecturer - Sunday 14th
Oscar Munoz

February 15-21st
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Steve Silverman
Early: John George
Late: Will Fern

Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Stan Gerson
Late: Stoil Stoilov

Palace of Mystery
Keith Fields
Jean Paul Olhaberry
Jarol Martin

Peller Theatre
J. Neal
Bob Dorian

W. C. Fields Bar
Ron Bell

Friday Luncheon - CUG
Will Fern

Saturday & Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
Stoil Stoilov

Lecturer - Sunday 21st
Keith Fields

February 22-28th
Close-Up Gallery
Early-early: Bill Bentz
Early: Richard Turner
Late: Tam Vo
Parlour of Prestidigitation
Early: Doug Gorman
Late: Kevin Viner

Palace of Mystery
Murray Hatfield
Robert Baxt

Peller Theatre
Lou Serrano
Mark Furey

W. C. Fields Bar
Tim Wise

Friday Luncheon - CUG `
Richard Turner

Saturday &Sunday Brunch - Kids Show
The Magic Genie

Lecturer - Sunday 28th
Richard Turner

Performers are subject to change due to circumstances and availability

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9. Updates So Far This Week On VanishLive.com
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Message by Mick Peck (New Zealand)
Online Content Editor
www.VanishLive.com

Latest updates on VanishLive.com include:

Latest updates on VanishLive.com include:

- Impossible Comes To Wales
- Oceanside Magic International April 2016
- 2016 Browser's Magic Bash - April 2 2016
- Impossible Comes To Wales
- Broken Wand: Hugh Nightingale
- Deaf Magician Brings Magic To Eyes
- Clonk3 by Roman Garcia & Martin Andersen
- Angel Brings Supernaturalists To Albany
- Dynamo - "Magic Won't Cure Me"

Video of the Week: Magicians vs Psychics at TAM.

Magic news, articles from around the world and product 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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10. Las Vegas Magic - February 2016
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Message by David Neubauer - www.dnmagic.com

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

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

Dirk Arthur Wild Magic
4:00 pm (Dark Sun.) - The International Westgate Theater, Westgate.
www.westgatedestinations.com/nevada/las-vegas/westgate-las-vegas-hotel-casino/entertainment/dirk-arthur

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 & 5:30 (Dark Tues. and Fri.) - Sin City Theatre, Planet Hollywood.
www.planethollywoodresort.com/shows/murray-celebrity-magician.html
Free Children's Ticket & 2 Popcorns: www.vegas4locals.com/coupons/las-vegas-shows/murray-celebrity-magician/

Nathan Burton Comedy Magic Show
4 pm, (Dark Mon.) - Saxe Theater - Planet Hollywood.
Current Guest Star: Russ Merlin.
Armando Vera Up-Close "VIP Experience" is performed pre-show @ 3:00 pm
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, (Dark Tues. & Thurs.) - Windows Showroom, Bally's.
www.caesars.com/ballys-las-vegas/shows/paranormal#.VTaCb2dFA-w
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

The New Illusions - Jan Rouven
7:00 pm. (Dark Fri.) - Tropicana Theater
www.troplv.com/las-vegas/shows-entertainment/jan-rouven-illusions

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

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

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

Crazy Girls
Tony Douglas - 9:00 pm (Dark Tues.) - Crazy Girls Theater - Planet Hollywood.
www.caesars.com/planet-hollywood/shows/sin-city-comedy#.VVqiY2dFB6k

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

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

Michael Jackson - ONE by Cirque du Soleil
Xavier Mortimer - 7:00 pm & 9:30 pm, (Dark Thurs. - Fri.) - Mandalay Bay.
www.mandalaybay.com/entertainment/michael-jackson-ONE

Sapphire Las Vegas Comedy Hour
Comedians, Burlesque, Magicians, Variety Acts
Magicians: Mon Dre with guest: Luna Shimada
8 pm, (Dark Sun.- Thurs,) - Sapphire Gentleman's Club, 3025 Industrial Rd.
www.sapphirelasvegas.com/las_vegas_vip_services/sapphire_comedy_hour

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.
Fremont Street: Chris Randall.
Hard Rock - 2nd Floor Bar Café: Smoothini - Wed. to Sun. 8 pm-10:30.
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.
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.
Zingers: Smoothini - 3743 Las Vegas Blvd. 11 pm to 2 am.

Las Vegas Magic Organizations
Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257, 7 pm - 8:45, 1st Monday each month at Denny & Lee's Magic Shop, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102. 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 Lectures open to the Magic Community listed below.

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

Upcoming Special Events
January, 2016
Tonight! Jan. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com
8PM - Will Bradshaw MC
Tim Wise - Large and in Charge!
James Kelsey - Street magic goes indoors!
Martin Brock - Denmark's New Star of Magic!
Chris Randall - New magic for TV's Masters of Illusion
Dave Johnson - He will make you laugh and fool you!

9PM - Christian Diamond MC
Santiago - The Storyteller Mage
James Kelsey - An Eye Popping Parlor Performance
Steelfyre - The Enigmatist & his Cabinet of Curiosities
Chris Randall - Close-up Magic Originals

10PM - Tim Wise MC
Martin Brock - International Magic & Variety
Chris Randall - a NEW illusion for TV!
Scott Land - The Puppet Man & Master of Marionettes!
Xavier Mortimer - He debuts a new routine from his show!

PLUS: Bar Magic with Zack Pattee and Scott Steelfyre, Iam Creed, and Randilyn, Photography with Sheryl Garrett.

Belly Dancers, Psychic Sideshow with Alan Scott, live art with Areeya and Suzanne and many more surprises and special celebrity guests!!

Jan. 29: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Michael Ammar. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

February, 2016
Feb. 11: Fantasma I.B.M. Ring 257 presents a lecture by Ted Outerbridge. 7 pm. Denny and Lee Magic Studio, 5115 Dean Martin Dr. #102, Non Fantasma Ring members $20. Current Ring 257 members free, Children free with paid adult.
www.ibm257.com

Feb. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Feb. 20: 8 p.m. Comedy Rocks Special Guest Headliner Justin Willman. Tickets go on sale Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. - Rocks Lounge, Red Rock Resort

March, 2016
Mar. 16-18: Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Mar. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Mar. 20-22: Magic for Speakers & Presenters presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Tobias Beckwith and Dr. Larry Hass.
www.magicalwisdom.com

April, 2016
Apr. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

May, 2016
May. 1-2: Spring Training - Focus on the Classics of Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May. 3-4: Spring Training - Focus on the Grand Illusions presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May. 5-6: Spring Training - Focus on Card Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

May. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

June, 2016
June 8-9: Focus On: Platform and Parlor Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

June 10-12: 3 Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

June. 14-16: Magic & Medicine presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass with special guest Ricardo Rosencranz.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Jun. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

July, 2016
Jul. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

August, 2016
Aug. 12-13: Focus On: Platform and Parlor Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Aug. 14-17: The 25th Anniversary of Magic Magazine celebration at MAGIC Live! - The Orleans
Registration is now open.
www.magicmagazine.com/live/register/

Aug. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Aug. 19-25: 7 Day Master Class presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Eugene Burger, Lawrence Hass, PhD, Tobias Beckwith and Bryce Kuhlman.
www.magicalwisdom.com

August 29-30: Hypnotic Wizardry presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Dr. Richard Nongard and Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

September, 2016
Sept. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

October, 2016
Oct. 19-22: Magic and Meaning 2016 presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Eugene Burger, Jeff McBride, Tobias Beckwith, Bryce Kuhlman, Robert E. Neale, Larry Hass, Ph.D., Abigail Spinner McBride, Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz, Kenton Knepper.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Oct. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

Oct. 23: Bob Fitch - "Afterglow" Lecture presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Hosted by: Jeff McBride.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Oct. 24-25: The Bob Fitch Workshop at The Magic & Mystery School presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride, Bob Fitch, Edwin Bordo and Guest Speakers.
www.magicalwisdom.com

November, 2016
Nov. 9-12: Master Class for Mentalism presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructor: Ross Johnson.
www.magicalwisdom.com

Nov. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

December, 2016
Dec. 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. $10 cover.
www.vegaswonderground.com watch live: www.McBrideMagic.com

April, 2017
Apr. 28-30: Focus on Street Magic presented by McBride's Magic & Mystery School. Instructors: Jeff McBride and Mario Morris.
www.magicalwisdom.com

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11. Magician Brutally Murdered!
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Message by Kent Blackmore (Australia)

In a true tale involving convicts, fire-eating and magic, allegations of kidnapping, the great San Francisco fires, freak shows, and a bloody death, John Powell Courtier, "Fire King and Necromancer" is the central figure.

Previously documented as the second-earliest performer of magic known in Australia (1834-1849), the story has now been extended to include Courtier's years living and performing in the United States (1850-1876).

Having started his adult life as a convict, transported from England into some of Australia's most brutal penal settlements, John Powell Courtier departed the world in a savage and brutal manner, but hailed as a respectable and honoured citizen of his community.

Read the tale at the Magic In Sydney website, http://sydneymagic.net/HISTORY/COURTIER/courtier.html

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12. To His Credit With John Lovick & Seth Kramer
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star

The Magic Word Podcast

We begin to wrap up our extended #MagicCereal on magic thievery this week with John Lovick, whom Gregory Wilson referred to as "a piece of work" in episode #268. John goes into great detail to respond to Greg's allegations by crediting those who were not credited on Greg's three DVD set. Greg has apparently accused Mr. Lovick of being a liar on many occasions. In response, he explains that he has requested that Greg elaborate and enumerate the "lies" that he has supposedly made. John has yet to receive any such list or response from Greg.

On the blog, there is a link where you can download and read two versions of John Lovick's review of Gregory's DVD set. One review is the shorter one that appeared in the magic magazine and the other is the longer version that, due to space limitations, did not see print. But the latter one goes into more detail explaining the credit omissions on the DVD set.

After the chat with John, we hear from Seth Kramer who was mentioned by Greg in his podcast as another one who apparently shared something and was not credited for a card move.

You can see some photos, read the blog, get some links, listen to the podcast and download the file at: http://themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/274-lovick-and-kramer

Gregory contacted me to say that he has not yet listened to any of the podcasts but wants to "have the last word" and expose the "lies" that he believes permeated the rebuttals. I plan to record one last podcast on this subject (hopefully) with Greg after he has had a chance to listen to them all and make a valid presentation of the list where he sees the "lies".

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13. Another Spin On The Story With Alex Rangel & Brent Geris
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Message by Scott Wells, M.I.M.C. with Gold Star

The Magic Word Podcast

The search for "truth" about accusations of Gregory Wilson being a "magic thief" continues this week as we hear the responses from more people mentioned by Gregory in his earlier podcast. We reached out to both Alex Rangel and Brent Geris to hear their sides of the stories as it relates to their "proof" and defense of calling Gregory a thief of intellectual property. In particular, Alex Rangel thinks that this search for the truth about Gregory is well overdue as he believes that people have not openly shared stories about his abusiveness and thievery for the past 20 years, not unlike those women who have been silent about Bill Cosby's abuse for so many years…until now. It was on Alex's "816 Podcast" several years ago that first called out Gregory and spurred this whole conversation. Gregory said that Alex had no proof of his accusations. This week, Alex explains why he had protected his sources.

Among others, Gregory also called out Brent Geris, owner and proprietor of The Magic Apple magic shop in Studio City, California. In this podcast, Brent defends his position and tells his side of the story as it relates to the creation and marketing of his effect "Spinout" versus Gregory's trick, "Revolution".

Lots of stuff to enjoy in this week's podcast as we continue the #MagicCereal all brought to you by our new sponsor, ManageGigs.com. You can watch a couple videos, see some photos, read the blog, listen online and download the MP3 files at: http://themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsmagic/273-rangel-and-geris

Keep the discussion going in your magic club meetings and personal discussions with your fellow magicians and online on our Facebook page and Twitter. It is important that we shine the light on what constitutes "magic thievery" and entitlement. For example, ponder this: just because you an explanation of a trick on YouTube and didn't pay for it, does that mean that it is free for you to use in your paid shows?

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14. AbraCORNdabra
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Message by Steve Daly (US)

The Midwest's PREMIER Magic Convention

Announces the toughest magic contests in America.

"The Midwest Championship of Stage Magic" & "The Midwest Championship of Close-up Magic" is not for the "faint of heart"...

These are not "everybody wins a ribbon, everybody feels good" type of magic contests, with a plastic trophy handed out to all.

These contest will separate the grown-ups from the children...
* Very strict rules.
* Very professional rules.
* Very strict, professional rules that are made up of today's true working environment for actually landing the Big Contracts working as a professional magician!
We are looking for acts who feel they are ready to appear on National T.V., to work Cruise Ship Shows, Casino Showroom Shows, or to be featured in National & International Touring Shows.

Both contest will have a First place winner receiving $500 cash & trophy.
Second place winner receives $250 cash & trophy. There will also be a People's Choice Award for each contest.

Some acts may be offered cruise ship contracts, Las Vegas Showroom contracts, National T.V. contracts, and/or National/International Touring contracts. Producers will be in attendance - and some will be judges!

Check out www.AbraCORNdabra.com/Contests for more information about entering.
Each contest will be limited to no more than nine contestants. So sign-up today!
Someone will go home with the prizes, trophies, and possible contracts...
....will it be YOU?

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AbraCORNdabra Magic Convention in Des Moines, Iowa May 20-22, 2016 will also feature a FIRST in American Magic Convention History.

The Children's Magician Of The Year Contest!

Do you perform for Children? Do you perform Birthday Party Shows? Daycare Center Shows? Family Event Shows? Then this is the contest for you!

ONE WINNER takes home more than $2,000.00 in Magical Merchandise from our sponsors including:
* MAGIC 2 WEAR
Magic2wear.com
Quick Change Magic by Lee Alex
* DoveLite Silks
Importers of Magician's Silks
* Andy Greget Books
* Tailored Made
By Donna Correll
* Magic Backdrops by Jeff Jones
MagicJeff@Me.com (919) 593-4271
* Happy Amp/Empire Sound
* and several others!

The unique element of this contest is, the entire contest is judged by.... children!
Limited to nine contestants - check out the rules at:
www.AbraCORNdabra.com/Contests

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AbraCORNdabra ~ The Midwest's premier magic convention has, since its inception, created the only magic contest for magicians aged 50 or older!

"The Magimasters Seniors Magic Tournament" is a fun contest created for our wiser, older magi. The first place winner takes home the coveted Magimasters Jacket, Hat, & Trophy! All contestants receive medals for entering...

Yes, if you are looking to enter a magic contest - AbraCORNdabra Magic Convention has just the contest for you!

AbraCORNdabra - Des Moines, Iowa - May 20-22, 2016 held at the Airport Holiday Inn, conveniently located directly across the street from the Des Moines International Airport with 24/7 free shuttle service!

Join us in IOWA ~ Registration is LESS than $47 a day!

Check out these brief infomercials for AbraCORNdabra -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAIq8ZvtaHY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT_UU14AsnY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGUvyE6vNH0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B2q_95mmww

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAa0vKKhsis

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pI3DDAWg1Ow

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6UrLyDy9Og

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15. S.A.M. Contest Of Magic Experience In Indy
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Message by Mark Weidhaas (US)

We've added much more than the word "experience" to the contest. We're focused on making this the best experience for contestants and all those attending our convention. Contestants are important performers in our convention and will be treated as such. If selected to be a part of the S.A.M. Contest of Magic Experience you will receive one complimentary registration as well as a cash stipend.

You'll also be treated to a special lunch with many of the notable artists at the convention. Just them and you. That's just the beginning. Prizes will not be limited to the traditional S.A.M. scoring system either, in fact there will be nothing traditional about the prizes. We'd like to have some secrets so the details on prizes will be announced at the convention.

Applications are only accepted online: HERE (www.magicsam.com)

The Experience is comprised of the Fr. Cyprian Murray Stage Contest and the Dr. Paul Critelli Close-Up Contest, both limited to 5 contestants. All applications received before March 28th will be considered by the selection committee for 8 of the 10 slots (4 stage and 4 close-up). On April 4th these 8 slots will be announced.

All applicants who were not selected as well as any applicants who missed the deadline can be considered for one of the two remaining slots. These final slots will be chosen by the public via an online vote on the S.A.M. Facebook page. Voting will take place May 5th - 8th and the two winners will be announced on May 9th. Stay connected with updates on the contest by liking the S.A.M. facebook page.

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16. Short & Sweet - Magic & Comedy
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Message by Adam Mada (Australia)

I'm very proud to be brought on board as Associate Producer and curator for the first ever Short & Sweet - Magic & Comedy.

What: Magic and comedy cabaret
When: 24th Sunday, 5.30pm
Where: New Theatre, 542 King St, Newtown
Tickets: $33 or $28 for concession, booking fees apply. Book on 9519 3403 or newtheatre.org.au

Short and sweet is now a Global brand the biggest little play festival in the world, running since 2002. This is the first time they have approached the magic world.

Below are some links to articles regarding the festival.

http://www.shortandsweet.org/festivals/shortsweet-cabaret-sydney-2016

http://www.altmedia.net.au/shortsweet-2016/113057

http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/the-hills/magic-card-act-does-the-trick/news-story/428221358ea29bffe85b6551797c618f

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17. David Ben Pledged To Shave His Hair - Cancer Research
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Message by James Alan

On February 4, Canadian magician David Ben has pledged to shave his hair - his rather outlandish hair - to raise money and awareness for cancer research. His goal: a quarter of a million dollars for the Princess Margaret Hospital Cancer Foundation. The outreach is part of a larger fundraising campaign called #NoHairSelfie (www.nohairselfie.com)

Experts at the Card Table. He is the star of critically acclaimed shows including The Conjuror, Natural Magick and Tricks. He was the sole protege of Ross Bertram, one of the original Stars of Magic. He is the Artistic Director of Magicana, a performing arts organization, based in Toronto, dedicated to the exploration of magic as a performing art. David has lost multiple family members to the disease.

Donations are currently being accepted at www.nohairselfie.com/davidben. Contributions in Canada and the United States are also eligible for a tax receipt. We would encourage everyone to consider a contribution - any amount helps - and help make cancer disappear.

Submitted by Magicana - www.Magicana.com

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18. 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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