14 May 2017

Toronto: Introducing "Tricks in the Six"

Scroll down to see the contest to win tickets to the May 25th show with Ben, Keith Brown, and headliner Karl Hein.  (Contest closes at end of day today.)


From the Toronto Magic Company:
The Toronto Magic Company is working with the best magicians in the world to put on incredible shows in Toronto, at incredible prices, every single week. Whether you come see our magic open mic, “The Newest Trick in the Book,” our premier magic variety show, “Tricks in the Six,” or one of our many special events, we promise you’ll always have an impossibly good time!

Read more and buy tickets.


From the Toronto Magic Company's Facebook page:

13 May 2017

The Sentimentalists set a world record!

Updated June 22nd to add video of the event to the bottom of this post.


I'll share more details as I get them.

Congratulations Chris and Steffi!

From The Sentimentalists' Facebook page:

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From Chris Mysterion's Facebook page.

12 May 2017

Luc Langevin in le Journal de Quebec

From le Journal de Quebec (as translated by Google):
"People go to see shows of humor, concerts, but have little reflex to make the gesture to buy a ticket for a show of magic. They have the image of magic for children, but it is no longer the case," he said.

Indeed, the illusionist originally from Quebec explains that magic has undergone a turning point in recent years. "Quietly, magicians all over the planet are abandoning the classic image of magic, from the man in tuxedo who has a cape and who takes a rabbit out of a hat or who saw a woman in two, he.

Read more.

11 May 2017

Hamilton: "Strange and Unusual" with Nicholas Wallace

From Theatre Aquarius:
May 11 – 13, 2017

We all share a common delusion; that our world view is based on truth and logic, and that we would never believe in something unquestionably weird. But we do. Whether you admit it or not, we all believe in something weird.

Using magic and storytelling, illusionist Nick Wallace investigates the world of superstitions, psychics and other weird beliefs in a show not to be missed.

Read more and buy tickets.

10 May 2017

Montreal: Masters of Spectacular 5

From the Masters of Spectacular 5 Facebook event:
11 June
Dollar Cinema




A family friendly stage show featuring magic, illusion, juggling, comedy & more!
Hosted by Ozzie E. 
Featuring:

More acts to be added!!!




09 May 2017

Toronto: Jay Sankey fan appreciation event

From Jay Sankey's Twitter feed:
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08 May 2017

Bobby Motta on CHCH

From Morning Live's Twitter feed:
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07 May 2017

The Doug Henning Project

From John Cox at Wild About Houdini:
Our good friend Neil McNally, who in the past has provided us with several excellent Guest Blog posts, has now launched his own blog devoted to the great Doug Henning. Neil has been working at this for some time and has amassed a fantastic amount of information and exclusive interviews.
Read more.

Visit The Doug Henning Project.

06 May 2017

Greg Frewin Theatre: Attractions Ontario finalist

You can vote for Greg at Attractions Ontario.

From the Greg Frewin Theatre Twitter feed:
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05 May 2017

Toronto: Free magic club

From The Browser's Den of Magic Facebook group:
Free Magic Club Meeting this Saturday, May 6 at Browser's Den from 2:30pm to 5:30pm.

All interested in talking magic are WELCOME!
See you then-Jeff Pinsky, Jeff Hinchliffe, John Cardella & Luiz Castro

04 May 2017

Barrie: James Harrison - Canada's Pickpocket Magician

From Tourism Barrie:
    Dates: 27 – 27 May, 2017
    Location: Barrie
    Address: Mady Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Dunlop Street West
    Contact: City of Barrie Theatres
    Email: boxoffice@barrie.ca
    Website: https://secure1.tixhub.com/barrie/online/index.asp
    Phone: 705-739-4228

Description:
2:00 PM - Family Edition 7:30 PM - 13+ As a pick-pocket magician, James borrows pens, watches, wallets, ties, and even belts from willing (and unwilling) audience members. Before you can yell "thief", James has returned the valuables to their rightful owners, occasionally making them reappear in very unexpected places.

Read more and buy tickets.


From James Harrison's Facebook page:

03 May 2017

Nunavut: Brian Glow's 3rd Arctic tour

From Brian Glow's Facebook page:
OK the OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
 I am leaving on my 3rd Arctic tour of the Kivalliq area of Nunavut starting this Sunday April 30 - May 18. I will be performing my Award Winning Comedy Magic show each evening for the public as well as an anti-bullying show and workshop each day in the schools.

Calm Air and Arctic Co-Op have graciously sponsored the tour expenses. Their generosity is greatly appreciated and is their way of giving back to the communities they serve so well.

On May 4th (May The Fourth Be With You) I will be celebrating my 60th Birthday performing in Naujaat (Repulse Bay, Nunavut in the Arctic Circle. What a great way to live! (it's a beautiful spring -24 today).

 PLEASE pass this on! Photos and stories will be posted while on tour so stay tuned!

02 May 2017

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01 May 2017

Festival de magie: The panel that reads your thoughts

The Festival de magie de Québec starts on Thursday.  I am a big fan of their creative, dynamic, and often interactive advertising campaigns.  In 2011 it was this magical billboard. In 2012, it was "la disparition."  In 2013, "pouvoirs magiques."   For 2014, "le balai magique."  This one, "le magicien" (in English: The Magician) was released in August of 2015.  And last year was "The Mysterious Billboard." 

For this year, have a look at "The panel that reads your thoughts."

From the lg2 YouTube channel:



30 April 2017

Top 5 posts in April 2017

Out of the 50+ posts at Canada's Magic this month (live-blogging can lead to a lot of posts!), here are the 5 most viewed posts in the past 30 days:

5. Toronto: Free magic club - Something to look forward to every month.
4. Bobby Motta on CBC's "The Goods" - Bobby looking good on The Goods!
3. Browser's Magic Bash 2017 recap - Hope you had as much fun as I did!
2. Calgary: Win tickets to see Wes Barker - Let us know what you thought of the show.

and the most viewed post this month  ...





1. Canadians on "Penn & Teller: Fool Us" season 4 - Looking forward to seeing four Canadian magicians on the upcoming season!

29 April 2017

Rounding the Western rings in May 2017

Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.



CityClubEvent(s)
Calgary, ABRing 66 (Calgary Magic Circle, Les Brocklesby Ring)- Jon Allen lecture.
Edmonton, ABEdmonton Magic Club- Jon Allen lecture.
Winnipeg, MBThe Magic Club of Winnipeg- Jon Allen lecture.
Fraser Valley, BCIBM Ring 387 (Fraser Valley Magic Circle, Celeste Evans Ring)- General meeting.
- Third Monday Magic.
Vancouver, BCRing 92 (Vancouver Magic Circle)- TBA.
Vancouver, BCSAM 95  (Carl Hemeon Assembly)- At Henry Tom's.
Victoria, BCRing 183 (Victoria Magic Circle)  - TBA.


Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.

Rounding the Central rings in May 2017

Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.



Montreal, QCRing 62 (20th Century Ring)- Free Form First Fridaze.
- Sunday SpRing Brunch.
- Second Saturday Night Special.
- Mid-Month Meetup.
- Spring Thing.
- Magic Collectors Weekend.
- IBM Magic Jam.
- Illusions
- Instagram Tuesday
Hamilton, ONRing 49 (The Doug Henning Magic Wand Club)- Daryl tribute.
London, ONRing 265 (London Magician's Guild)- TBA.
Kitchener, ONRing 235 (The Caesar Hat & Wand Magic Circle)- Bill Abbott lecture.
Ottawa, ONRing 151 (Ottawa Society of Magicians)- TBA.
Ottawa, ONOttawa / Gatineau magicians- TBA
Toronto, ONRing 17 (Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club)- Seol Park lecture. (NOTE: special date)


Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.

Rounding the Eastern rings in May 2017

Does anybody have current information to share about the Magic Circle of St. John?

Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.



Halifax, NSRing 316 (Conjourer's Court) - Visit their Facebook page
St. John, NBMagic Circle of St. John- TBA


Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.

28 April 2017

Banff: Sheldon Casavant at the Banff Centre Children's Festival

From the Banff Centre:
Saturday, May 20, 2017

With sleight of hand and mind-captivating illusions, Sheldon Casavant shares his own story of discovering magic in an awe-inspiring performance. Sheldon rolls fast-paced magic, audience participation, and a brief history of the most famous magician of all time – Harry Houdini – into one exciting and theatrical magic show.

Read more and buy tickets.