Mr. Swiss will now be providing online content on a regular basis for Magicana which can be found here www.magicana.com/lyonsden. His first review will be released this Friday, October 21, featuring the new book The Performance Pieces & Divertissements of the Famous Handsome Jack etc. by Handsome Jack and annotated by John Lovick.
Funding for this project is provided by an endowment to Magicana by the late Pat Lyons. Pat was an accomplished commercial artist, pulled into the world of magic by her husband, P. Howard Lyons. Together they created Ibidem, combining Pat’s individually silkscreened covers and interior illustrations with Howard’s curatorial eye for creative approaches to magic. The Lyons Den, named in honour of Pat and Howard, is just the first of a variety of initiatives being developed by Magicana thanks to the generosity and vision of Pat Lyons.
Read more.
23 October 2016
Magicana invites you to enter the Lyons Den
From Magicana:
22 October 2016
The Outerbridges in PEI (and Toronto)
Check out the newspaper article, front page photo and two part radio segment with Marion and Ted Outerbridge!
(And if you're in Toronto on November 3rd be sure to to catch the Outerbridges' lecture.)
From the Journal Pioneer:
From the Facebook page of Ted and Marion Outerbridge:
Listen to part one of the interview on the Facebook page of Ocean 100:
Listen to part two of the interview on the Facebook page of Ocean 100:
(And if you're in Toronto on November 3rd be sure to to catch the Outerbridges' lecture.)
From the Journal Pioneer:
When Ted Outerbridge was seven years old, a man walked up to him as he was eating in a restaurant and pulled an egg out from behind his ear.
“He blew my mind,” laughed Ted, a native of Montreal.
That slight of hand had a profound impact on Ted’s life, eventually becoming his career as he invented himself as a magician and illusionist.
Joined by his co-star and wife Marion Outerbridge, Ted has been touring North America and Europe for nearly two decades.
The couple’s latest show, “Outerbridge: Clockwork Mysteries” is coming to Summerside’s Harbourfront Theatre on Oct. 22. Tickets are available at the box office and at www.harbourfronttheatre.com.
Read more.
From the Facebook page of Ted and Marion Outerbridge:
Listen to part one of the interview on the Facebook page of Ocean 100:
Listen to part two of the interview on the Facebook page of Ocean 100:
21 October 2016
Vaughan: David Merry at Dave and Busters
From David Merry's Twitter feed:
Filling in this saturday for my pal @bobbymotta at his popular show "Gray Matter" in Vaughan https://t.co/KvoSJAbBdW— David Merry (@davidmerry) October 18, 2016
20 October 2016
Ray Anderson and Richard Forget in the Northumberland News
From the Northumberland News:
PORT HOPE -- Ray Anderson’s eyes were covered with half-dollar coins and duct tape when he positioned himself behind the wheel of new 2016 Hyundai Tucson.
The Toronto-based magician -- accompanied by Lauria Hyundai’s leasing and sales manager Les Grimshaw in the passenger seat -- buckled his seat belt and sent a prayer to the magic gods that he didn’t destroy any precious merchandise on Saturday, Oct. 15.
“I had Les pretty quiet on the second lap,” Anderson laughed after he successfully drove the SUV blindfolded around the dealership.
“We thought it would be a good way to do something unique and promote our upcoming show.”
On Friday, Oct. 21, Anderson can be seen on stage at the Capitol Theatre battling for the title of best magician during Anderson’s two-man family comedy magic show, ‘The Battle of Magicians: New Show, New Foe Tour’.
The show pits Anderson against world-renown illusionist and winner of Canadian Magician of the Year, Richard Forget, in a performance brawl for your entertainment.
Read more.
19 October 2016
Vote for your favourite ReginAcadabra logo
From the ReginAcadabra Twitter feed:
Help us choose @ReginAcadabra #magicfestival logo. Go to https://t.co/G3f4xEMANq and vote on our final three. #yqr #eventofevents— ReginAcadabra (@ReginAcadabra) October 18, 2016
17 October 2016
Toronto: Steve Beam lecture
A quick note that Jeff is now accepting 'used magic tricks, books, dvd's, etc' for his upcoming November 6 Anniversary Party AUCTION.
From the Browser's Den of Magic:
From the Browser's Den of Magic:
Sunday, November 13, 2016
Dear Magic Friends,
You are in for a real treat!
Internationally acclaimed creator, lecturer, two-time Lou Gallo award winner, 2014 Literary Fellowship from the Academy of Magical Arts, author of the best-selling 'Semi-Automatic Card Tricks' book MR. STEVE BEAM will be giving a lecture at Browser's Den.
From Las Vegas to Barcelona and from London to Vienna Beam has lectured all over the world.
His lectures feature the latest in sleight of hand interwoven with the hottest semi-automatic magic from the guy who coined the term.
Attendees learn clever principles, witness devious subtleties and experience eye candy with a purpose!
So we hope that you will support this lecture by buying a ticket, pulling up a chair sitting back and preparing to be amazed... all while learning some cool new material.
And I, Jeff, have seen Mr. Beam before. I can tell you that nobody in attendance will be disappointed. He is not only hilarious fun but is a wonderful teacher of magic.
BONUS: AND FOR THE FIRST 30 PEOPLE WHO PURCHASE A TICKET TO THIS LECTURE YOUR NAME WILL BE ENTERED INTO A RAFFLE TO WIN ONE OF 5 PRIZES TO BE DRAWN AT THE LECTURE. EACH PRIZE IS WORTH NO LESS THAN $40.00!
Read more and buy tickets.
16 October 2016
Chris Funk at the 2016 Best Banting Masquerade Gala
From Chris Funk's Twitter feed:
See me Live November 5th at the Club Regent Event Centre in support of the Canadian Diabetes Association. Tickets at https://t.co/95wbfPe1by pic.twitter.com/OLCM93gq5P— Chris Funk (@chrisfunkmagic) October 9, 2016
15 October 2016
14 October 2016
2016 Shriners' "Holiday Magic Show" and Firefighters' Fundraising
Updated November 1, 2018 to add:
Updated October 6, 2017 to add:
Firefighters' Shows:
- Information about the 2018 tour can be found at the post "2018 "Holiday Magic"
Updated October 6, 2017 to add:
- Information about the 2017 tour can be found at the post "2017 "Holiday Magic"
Dick Joiner is once again presenting the "Holiday Magic Show" with performances in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, P.E.I., and Ontario. This is a family style variety show raising much needed funds for the Shriners and their work for children's charities.
If you would like to attend one of the shows, please call 1-877-948-6626 for ticket availability and information.
If you would like to attend one of the shows, please call 1-877-948-6626 for ticket availability and information.
The East Coast Tour features:
- Dick Joiner as host and M.C.
- Richard Forget with his assistant Jennifer Huggins performing magic and illusions.
- Nathaniel Rankin, international juggler.
- John Park, novelty act and plate spinner.
The Ontario Tour features:
- Dick Joiner as host and M.C.
- Richard Forget with his assistant Jennifer Huggins performing magic and illusions.
- The Amazing Aristov's quick change act.
- Nathaniel Rankin, international juggler. [December 2nd show will have Craig Douglas in place of Nathaniel]
The Firefighters' Fundraiser shows (December 1st and 17th) feature:
- Dick Joiner as host and M.C.
- Richard Forget with his assistant Jennifer Huggins performing magic and illusions.
- The Amazing Aristov's quick change act.
- Greg Tarlin, juggler
Scroll down to see the show dates:
- October 30th. Cobequid Education Centre, Truro, NS
- November 1st. Horton High, Wolfville, NS
- November 2nd. Y'Arc, Yarmouth, NS
- November 3rd. Bella Rose Theatre, Halifax, NS
- November 4th. Savoy Theatre Glace Bay, NS
- November 5th. Theatre in the Square, New Glasgow., NS
- November 6th. Le Carrefour Theatre, Charlottetown, PEI
- November 7th. Bathurst High School Theatre, Bathurst, NB
- November 8th. Capital Theatre, Moncton, NB
- November 9th. Saint John High School, Saint John, NB
- November 10th. Bernard-Poirier Theatre, Fredericton, NB
- November 18th. Forest City Community Church, London, ON
- November 19th. Kiwanis Centre, Chatham, ON
- November 21st. Capital Theatre, Windsor, ON
- November 22nd. Sarnia Library Theatre, Sarnia, ON
- November 26th. Waterloo Humanities Theatre, Waterloo, ON
- December 2nd. Sanderson Centre Theatre, Brantford, ON
Firefighters' Shows:
- December 1st. St. Catharines, ON
- December 17th. Mississauga, ON
[with thanks to Dick Joiner for sending this information along]
13 October 2016
12 October 2016
11 October 2016
Camilo Dominguez in The Chilliwack Progress
From The Chilliwack Progress:
Something supernatural is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre.
Magician Camilo Dominguez will take the stage for three top-notch shows on Oct. 15, 16 and 22 with his latest spectacle, Supernatural.
With his sleek sleight-of-hand style, he will amaze audiences and leave them wondering just how he did it.
Originally from Bogota, Columbia, Dominguez has been performing magic since the age of four years old. Moving to Canada when he was 15, he pursued his career in magic performance and acting.
Read more.
09 October 2016
Canadian magic school colours
Chris Randall put up a great post about The Canadian School of Magic Graduates (and the school colours: blue and purple).
From Chris Randall's Facebook page:
From Chris Randall's Facebook page:
08 October 2016
07 October 2016
06 October 2016
05 October 2016
Vote for Murray SawChuck to co-host "Live with Kelly and You"
Did you hear? Murray's in the top 20 contenders!
Visit the Live with Kelly Facebook page and vote for Murray SawChuck to co-host "Live with Kelly and You."
You can vote until Sunday October 9th. Vote early, vote often!
Visit the Live with Kelly Facebook page and vote for Murray SawChuck to co-host "Live with Kelly and You."
You can vote until Sunday October 9th. Vote early, vote often!
Edmonton: Outerbridge lecture
From Kent Wong's Facebook page:
On February 12, 2017, I will be hosting an incredible lecture here in Edmonton. Just before the lecture, I will be pulling an up-to-date list of all fully paid up IBM members in the Alberta/Saskatchewan region. If you are on that list, you will get into the lecture ABSOLUTELY FREE!!
So, who am I bringing in for this unprecedented event? None other than ... Ted and Marion Outerbridge! Ted and Marion have been filling theatres throughout the World for years and have a ton of magic and advice to share with us. To find out more about the lecture, check out their website at: http://www.outerbridgemagic.com/outerbridge-lecture/
Here are the details for the lecture:
Date: February 12, 2017
Place: The Magic Emporium (8840 - 60 Avenue)
Cost: $30.00/person - Fully paid up IBM members from Edmonton or Saskatchewan get in ABSOLUTELY FREE!
So what are you waiting for? Become a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians NOW! Joining is simple. Just click on the link below, fill out the form, and pay the fee.
LET'S HAVE SOME FUN!!
https://www.magician.org/join-the-ibm/join
04 October 2016
October sale: 40% off yearly sponsorship rates!
Show your support for Canada's Magic,
Join our current patrons:
Our patrons make this site possible.
For more information, please visit the "Sponsor" tab, leave your question in a comment below or send an e-mail.
Thank you for your continued support!
"the finest location for up to date information on magic in Canada."Canada's Magic is offering, for the rest of October, a 40% discount on the listed price of any one year advertising package. Qualifying packages include the Platinum, Gold, and Silver annual rates. (This offer does not include Sponsored Posts or being Our Friend.)
Join our current patrons:
- Clive Court (The Fun-da-Mentalist),
- Evelyn & Phil Matlin, owners of Perfect Magic, and
- Jeff Pinsky, owner of The Browser's Den of Magic,
and sponsor us (or be our friend) today!
Our patrons make this site possible.
For more information, please visit the "Sponsor" tab, leave your question in a comment below or send an e-mail.
Thank you for your continued support!
03 October 2016
Ty Reveen in the Calgary Herald
From the Calgary Herald:
Ty Reveen was five years old when he first learned his destiny.
It came directly from his father, at the time becoming a star in Canadian theatre as Reveen the Impossibilist. He told his son that he too would one day wear the rhinestone tuxedo and wow crowds with his hypnotism and high-speed memory demonstrations. At the time, Ty remembers he was helping his dad make posters with a pair of scissors, a fairly menial task but one that made the five-year-old boy feel part of the show. While his dad was the ultimate showman, there was no grandeur or gravitas to his pronouncement. It was just a tender moment between father and son.
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