No joke!
The 2017 edition of the Browser's Magic Bash will be on April Fools' Day next year.
Mark the date in your calendar and stay tuned for details!
15 May 2016
14 May 2016
Request: Benevolence of Magic
The following is from Dennis Schick, the editor at the International Brotherhood of Magician's magazine, The Linking Ring:
Alternately you may post examples of your magical good deeds in the comments below, and I'll be sure to e-mail Dennis directly!
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Dennis Schick, Assistant Editor of the IBM’s monthly magazine, The Linking Ring, has been writing a series of articles on the Benevolence of Magic since the December 2012 issue. To date, he has highlighted over forty giving-back projects and activities of individual magicians as well as groups and organizations. Many are various kinds of fund-raising; others are simple acts of bringing joy and laughter to people in need, such as orphan children or senior citizens. Projects so far range from Kevin Spencer’s Healing of Magic and Magicana’s Sharing Wonder, to Magicians Without Borders, Magic is Medicine, and Michael Finney’s Foundation. If you do or know of good examples of magic used for good causes, please contact Dennis at crylds [at] att [dot] net* as soon as possible.
Alternately you may post examples of your magical good deeds in the comments below, and I'll be sure to e-mail Dennis directly!
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* Email formatting by Canada's Magic to discourage e-mail harvesters.
Toronto: The Illusionists
From Mirvish.com:
December 13, 2016 to January 7, 2017
Direct from Broadway, the world’s best selling magic show is coming to Toronto.
This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of seven of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. THE ILLUSIONISTS —LIVE FROM BROADWAY has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.
Read more and buy tickets.
13 May 2016
Richmond: "A Magical Evening"
From Celebrate the Child:
We look forward to hosting you at our 8th annual A Magical Evening fundraiser in memory of Jonah and in support of children’s charities. This year our plan is to support the Village of Bellavista in Ecuador, where we recently visited to work on a fresh water project with Free the Children. Given the recent disaster in Ecuador, our efforts are even more important. Please join us in creating “real magic” on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at our A Magical Evening fundraiser!
Read more and buy tickets.
12 May 2016
Greg Frewin in "Masters of Illusion" Friday, May 20, 2016
From Broadway World:
MASTERS OF ILLUSION
"Techno Magic, Quick Change and a Guillotine" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
A WEB OF DANGER - Hosted by Dean Cain, "Masters of Illusion" features amazing magic performed by cutting-edge illusionists, escape artists and performers displaying skills ranging from perplexing interactive mind magic to hilarious comedy routines - all in front of a studio audience. Magicians featured in this episode include Greg Frewin, Barry and Stuart, Jason Bishop, Michael Grandinetti, Jonathan Pendragon, David and Dania, Bill Cook and Les Arnold and Dazzle (#301). Original airdate 5/20/2016.
Read more.
11 May 2016
New Westminster: Fundraising for Fort McMurray
Featuring Shawn Farquhar, Murray and Teresa Hatfield, Paul Romhany, Gary Savard, John Kaplan, Clinton Gray, Trevor & Lorena Watters, Damien James and Mike Battie.
From Fundraising Magic:
From Clinton Gray's Facebook page:
From Fundraising Magic:
WHO: BC's top magicians and variety artists.
WHAT: One-time only family-friendly benefit show on behalf of those families in Fort McMurray that have lost their homes in this devastating tragedy.
WHEN: Monday, May 16th 2016
WHERE:
Massey Theatre
735 8th Ave, New Westminster 604-521-5050
www.ticketsnw.ca
WHY: So many young families have been affected by this disaster. As family entertainers, many of us have performed multiple times in Fort McMurray, and have a longstanding and deep connection to this community. Pooling oiur talents to show our support and raise much needed funds is something we're all greatly motivated to do. Besides, helping our neighbours and fellow citizens during their time of need is the Canadian way.
Read more and buy tickets.
From Clinton Gray's Facebook page:
10 May 2016
Diary of a Sorcerers Safari newbie - part 3
A camper's notebook.
11pm
After dinner we went back to the cabins to get some rain gear -- the weather report said it was going to thunderstorm. We headed off to the “Pinetages Theatre.” The theatre is about the size of my school gym, maybe a little smaller but with a bigger stage.
The Pinetages Theatre.
Each cabin did something for “cabin intros” under the guidance of the counsellors (Philip Bowser, Greydon Gilmore, Jonah Babins, Tyler Williams, Mark Correia, Nathaniel Rankin, Rosemary Reid, and Sam Segal). Cabins did really clever things including impersonating well-known magicians (like Penn & Teller and David Blaine), miming deliberate misinterpretations of magic terms (like overhand shuffles and dribbling), a version of the TV show “Fool Us,” and magic effects performed using people instead of things (linking rings, sliding knot on rope, and cups & balls). I was sooo nervous. I took some deep breaths and I didn’t mess up! It feels amazing to be on stage and hear everyone clap and cheer for you.
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| Cabin intros. |
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| More cabin intros. |
Rosemary announced that they were going to do a lip sync competition all week. She started it off and then Eric did “Your Name” by Taylor Swift. Hilarious! It rained really hard while we were in the theatre. (Glad I brought rain boots!)
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| Rosemary singing. |
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| Eric channeling Taylor Swift. |
Daryl did amazing rope magic. Ben Train did a wild book test. Phil DaCosta did more fun rope magic. Chris Westfall and Chris Mayhew made everyone laugh so hard. They even threw some “Rock, Paper, Scissors, Llama” shirts into the audience. I wish I got one. At the end we all got brand new decks of really cool cards that Dave Mitchell got donated from Ellusionist. They look so nice, I don’t want to use them!
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| Chris and Chris bringing the laughs. |
It is soooo dark here at night. I can see more stars here than I knew existed! At our cabin we had a “cabin visit” from Chris Westfall. He showed us AMAZING tricks using cards, rubber bands, and coins!
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| Chris Westfall being magical. |
I feel a little sad. I miss my home and my bed and my room. And especially my family. Everyone here is super friendly and nice though. And this place is so much fun! I’m super excited about tomorrow.
We all got ready for bed. I tried to go to sleep without writing here. But I just couldn’t. That’s why I’m writing here so late. Tired now. G’night.
To be continued ...
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The 2016 season of Sorcerers Safari will run from Sunday August 7th through Friday August 12th, 2016. For more information, or to register, please visit SorcerersSafari.ca
* The “Diary of a Sorcerers Safari Newbie” is primarily based on the 2015 camp season. It is an aggregate of many perspectives, and at times includes events from previous years.
09 May 2016
Montreal: Spidey and McSorely and Chung
From the Comedy Nest Twitter feed:
Catch all these hilarious magicians on one show right here Sunday May 22nd! 8pm $15 info/tix https://t.co/oQueNYFpIm pic.twitter.com/5Vvn6Dkjnp— Comedy Nest Montreal (@comedynest) May 4, 2016
08 May 2016
07 May 2016
Toronto: Playing Card Collector's Meeting
Remember, everyone who attended the 2016 Browser's Bash is eligible to attend for free (Space is limited, not all 400 Bash attendees can go.)
Did you know that Lee Asher is the President of the 52 Plus Joker Organization?
From the Browser's Den of Magic Facebook group:
Did you know that Lee Asher is the President of the 52 Plus Joker Organization?
From the Browser's Den of Magic Facebook group:
Calling ALL card collectors within a 200 kilometre radius of Toronto & the GTA!
WHO: Anyone with interest in collecting playing cards
WHAT: Playing Card Collector's Meeting
WHERE: Browser's Den of Magic
WHEN: Sunday June 12th, 2016 - Start time: 2PM - 5PM
COST: $10 OR free for 2016 Browser's Magic Bash Attendees
Toronto Playing Card Meet-Up on Sunday June 12th, 2016.
With the help of 52 Plus Joker (North American Playing Card Collector's Club), the Browser's Den proudly offers you the opportunity to attend this free meeting and receive expert tips on caring for your collection, as well as learn methods to keep your cards in top-notch condition. Plus, see decks of cards you've only read about in books and online.
Get your questions answered from some of the most prestigious card experts on the planet. Their arsenal of knowledge will leave you wanting more. On hand during the meeting, President of the 52 Plus Joker Organization -- Lee Asher -- will be there to help you become a smarter collector. Bring items from your collection to have examined, appraised, traded, and/or sold.
Celebrate with everyone else in Toronto who shares the same love for playing cards as you do.
Space is limited. Mark Sunday June 12th, 2016 (2PM-5PM) in your calendar. See you there, and BRING CARDS!
06 May 2016
Broken wand: Peter Marucci and Cliff Harden
From Graham A. Giddy Funeral Homes:
From Canadian Obituaries:
Peter Marucci
Journalist and Magician…
Following a long illness on Monday May 2, 2016, Peter Marucci passed away peacefully at the Wellington Terrace in his 77th year with his wife by his side. Peter is survived by his aunt Mary (”Mame”) Marucci of Guelph. Peter was a long-time member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, the Society of American Magicians and the Order of Merlin. A private Broken Wand Ceremony has been held in his honour. Remembrances to the Hospice Wellington, Guelph or Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home would be appreciated by the family. www.grahamgiddyfh.com 519 843 3100
From Canadian Obituaries:
HARDEN, Clifford Stanley “Hardini”Passed away May 4, 2016 with family by his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 82.
Loving husband and best friend to Marie for almost 59 years.
Caring father of Rose Marie Walker (Rob), Wendy Crawford (Randy) and David Harden (Trish).
Proud Granddad of Sarah Walker and Shauna Yarrow-Harden. Brother to the late Isobel Matthews (James). Uncle to Margaret Wicksted (Alan) and family.
He will be missed by his extended family and many friends.
Clifford was proud to have served 6 years with the 33rd Medium Regiment in Cobourg. He was a talented magician, artist, woodworker and photographer to name a few of his passions. He truly enjoyed life and lived every day to the fullest. Cliff will be dancing in heaven.
Please join the family in celebrating Cliff’s life at MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Rd, Whitby, 905-443-3376, on Thursday May 12th. Memories will be shared at 3pm with reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lakeridge Health Foundation - Cancer Centre or the Diabetes Association.
Montreal: Magic lessons for kids!
From the Perfect Magic Facebook page:
We will be starting our Magic Lessons For Kids program Saturday May 21. Age 7-9, one hour from 10:30am to 11:30am at Perfect Magic in Montreal. Limited registration so if you know anyone that is interested, now is the time to register. Phone 514-738-4176 for information or to register.
Windsor-Walkerville Fringe: Keith Brown's "Absolute Magic"
From the Windsor-Walkerville Fringe:
From Keith Brown's Twitter feed:
ABSOLUTE MAGIC is the fusion of mystery, wonder, and storytelling in an intimate & interactive theatre setting. Keith uses everyday objects to produce miracles up close and personal. Keith focuses on magic that creates relationships; this is participatory entertainment at it’s finest, magic revolving around you – the audience.
GENRE: Magic, Storytelling, Comedy
AUDIENCE: All Ages
Read more and buy tickets.
From Keith Brown's Twitter feed:
Just got my @wwfringefest dates! Join me @oldewalkervilletheatre for my hit show Absolute … https://t.co/nUWHExbLmi pic.twitter.com/ShStDBcsSp— Keith Brown (@KeithHBrown) April 13, 2016
05 May 2016
Toronto: Free magic club
From the Browser's Den of Magic Facebook group:
This Saturday, May 7 from 2:30 to 5:30pm is our next Free Magic Club meeting at Browser's Den. All interested in talking magic are welcome.
Magical hugs-Jeff & The Browser's Den Team.
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Edmonton: A night of magic
From Signed Events:
Monday, 09 May 2016
Professional magician Dr. Jay (member of the Canadian Association of Magicians, International Brotherhood of Magicians and the Academy of Magical Arts [Hollywood's Magic Castle!]) presents a unique magic show as well as a demonstration of close-up interactive magic. Then stay as our guests afterwards for a round of mini golf in the coolest glow-in-the-dark monster-themed environment.
Read more and buy tickets.
04 May 2016
FREE: Magic Master Summit 2016
Updated November 2017 to add:
How many Canadians do you see?
From Magic Masters Summit:
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Disclosure: I am a Magic Master Summit Affiliate and I am eligible to make a commission with every sale made using the links posted on this site.
How many Canadians do you see?
From Magic Masters Summit:
Magic Master Summit 2016Top Secrets from working pros to get more shows, enhance your performance, grow your audience, and cash in!
Featuring more than 30 presentations, from more than 24 experts, totaling more than 50 hours of incredible secrets!
And the great news is, it's completely FREE, July 18-22, 2016.The good news is that this coming July 18-22, 2016, we've assembled a some of the greatest minds in entertainment in one location; giving you more than 50 hours of free presentations to help you fix what's currently broken in your performance business! They'll give you the tools and the knowledge to help you go make six or seven figures a year in entertainment! Think it's impossible? Think again! We've included several millionaires in these presentations just to prove our point!Register Now!To ensure your future success, go now to MagicMasterSummit now and enter your name and email address, to register for this limited-time, free event!BONUS!We're so committed to your success, that just for signing up we'll give you 7 Free Documents delivered to your email instantly!• Booking Form (Used for your records for all types of events)• Client Invoice (To instantly make you look more professional)• Confidentiality Agreement (Basic version for your casual performance settings)• Confidentiality Agreement (Expert version for those really important contracts and secrets)• Cover Letter (To get you started in the right direction)• Letter of Agreement (Simple contract for most shows)• Model Release Form (Giving you the unlimited permission to use someone’s image for your promotional or business purposes)Don't wait, register now!Read more and register.
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03 May 2016
Diary of a Sorcerers Safari newbie - part 2
A camper's notebook.
6pm
The cabins are huge. You could fit 16 people in our cabin -- I’m glad there are only 10 of us. The kids in my cabin are really nice. A bunch of them are here for the first time and some of them have been here before. Steven Kline made us fabulous name tags with an old magic comic book theme. Kids that were here before brought their old ones. Some campers have sooo many! My counsellor is nice and so is my “counsellor in training.” There’s an instructor in our cabin too. I hope it’s not like having a school teacher live with you, making you do work all the time. That’d be a drag.
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| One of the cabins. |
I did my swim test. The lifeguard said our “swimming didn’t have to be fast or pretty, we just have to do 2 lengths.” I passed! Turns out, even if you don’t pass the swim test you can go in the deep water if you put on a life jacket. They want us to have as much fun as possible. This place is incredible!
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| At the swim docks. |
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| Learning from Daryl during free time. |
The Mess Hall (the place where we eat) is enormous! Someone said they filmed a famous movie here over 30 years ago. [Note to self: look up “Meatballs” when I get home.] Each cabin sits at their own big picnic-type table and then people go and get food (even seconds!), and take back dirty dishes, and wipe down the table. Everyone gets assigned a job. (I even saw the special guest, Daryl Easton, bringing dirty dishes from his table to the “dirty dish window.” Wow. Everybody pulls their weight!) We had potatoes and turkey and bread. They made me eat some salad -- Mom would be happy. Then we had dessert -- brownies! Sooooo good! (Worth eating salad for.)To be continued ...
The Mess Hall
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The 2016 season of Sorcerers Safari will run from Sunday August 7th through Friday August 12th, 2016. For more information, or to register, please visit SorcerersSafari.ca
* The “Diary of a Sorcerers Safari Newbie” is primarily based on the 2015 camp season. It is an aggregate of many perspectives, and at times includes events from previous years.
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