My interview in French with @DorisL_RC on @pfumsask talking @reginafringe & swallowing sewing needles #reginafringe https://t.co/gMkEwAjOdz
— Keith Brown (@KeithHBrown) July 8, 2015
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Showing posts with label # interview. Show all posts
10 July 2015
CBC interview with Keith Brown
From Keith Brown's Twitter feed:
27 June 2015
James Alan interviewed by HOWL
From James Alan's Twitter feed:
My interview with HOWL Magazine http://t.co/Tirswq69n6 http://t.co/sPyEFitV0r
— James Alan (@james_alan) June 24, 2015
26 May 2015
Interview with the World Grand Champion of Magic
Part one of the interview from the Greg Frewin Theatre:
We love sharing magical ideas with all our readers, from our favourite family movies to some easy magic tricks for kids. However, when it comes to magic, there's no better topic than Greg Frewin! So why not get an interview with the World Grand Champion of Magic himself? We sat Greg down (and trust us, it's not that easy! Between performing in one of the top Niagara Falls attractions, creating new illusions, building the sets, and enjoying time with his family, he's generally pretty busy) and got him to answer some questions about how he came to be a magician, what has inspired him, and how he creates his show.
Read more.
You can find part two of the interview:
It's what you've been waiting for! It's the second part of our interview with the World Grand Champion of Magic, Greg Frewin. During part one of our interview, Greg outlined what influenced him when he was younger and figuring out what he wanted to become (if you haven't read part one, click here). Today, Greg will reveal some of the backstage elements of his show.
Read more.
14 April 2015
Thirty seconds with Steve Valentine
This is the last in my baker's dozen of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
Professional actor and magician Steve Valentine was born in Scotland and currently resides in LA. Love and happiness are the things that come to his mind when he thinks of Canada; his wife, Inna, is originally from Toronto. Steve met Magic Mike Segal at a chance encounter at The Browser's Den of Magic. After hearing Mike talk about Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp, Steve said that he'd "like to help out if he could in anyway." And so, Steve attended magic camp last summer.
Steve's first memory of magic has him at six years of age in a playground in England and involves a vanishing knot. It was around that time that he also learned an important show business reality – if there's no publicity, no one will show up.
It's Steve's observation that the kids today are learning at an exponential rate given the easy availability of magic videos to consume. He hopes these kids will also make a point of exposing themselves to more of the history of the craft and rounding themselves out as individuals. Steve thinks that we're at a great place in magic, in that there's a new generation of audiences available who are not jaded by the "old shtick." He's especially happy that audiences are really accepting and enjoying close-up magic. Steve's advice for aspiring magicians: "Learn and read as much as you can – old books especially (fewer people know about this stuff)."
When Steve's not being magical, he loves being an awesome dad to his beautiful daughter, Evie. (Evie is a celebrity in her own right at magic camp. As near as anyone can tell, she never had to stand on her own because all of the campers were lined up to carry her!)
Visit Steve's website at: SteveValentine.com
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Professional actor and magician Steve Valentine was born in Scotland and currently resides in LA. Love and happiness are the things that come to his mind when he thinks of Canada; his wife, Inna, is originally from Toronto. Steve met Magic Mike Segal at a chance encounter at The Browser's Den of Magic. After hearing Mike talk about Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp, Steve said that he'd "like to help out if he could in anyway." And so, Steve attended magic camp last summer.
FUN FACT:
Steve would rather watch Dr. Who than either Star Wars or Star Trek.
DID YOU KNOW?
- Steve's life motto: "Always do everything you want and love to do, to live a fulfilling life. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise."
- Steve was named the Magic Castle's Close-up Magician of the Year two years in a row.
- You may have seen Steve in on TV on shows such as Crossing Jordan, House, NCIS, and The Big Bang Theory.
Here's what Steve had to say about Sorcerers Safari: "It's fun! It's a bunch of magic nerds getting together." He also expressed a little bit of jealousy. Like many of the adults who have been to magic camp, Steve wishes something like this was available to him in his youth.Steve would rather watch Dr. Who than either Star Wars or Star Trek.
DID YOU KNOW?
- Steve's life motto: "Always do everything you want and love to do, to live a fulfilling life. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise."
- Steve was named the Magic Castle's Close-up Magician of the Year two years in a row.
- You may have seen Steve in on TV on shows such as Crossing Jordan, House, NCIS, and The Big Bang Theory.
Steve's first memory of magic has him at six years of age in a playground in England and involves a vanishing knot. It was around that time that he also learned an important show business reality – if there's no publicity, no one will show up.
It's Steve's observation that the kids today are learning at an exponential rate given the easy availability of magic videos to consume. He hopes these kids will also make a point of exposing themselves to more of the history of the craft and rounding themselves out as individuals. Steve thinks that we're at a great place in magic, in that there's a new generation of audiences available who are not jaded by the "old shtick." He's especially happy that audiences are really accepting and enjoying close-up magic. Steve's advice for aspiring magicians: "Learn and read as much as you can – old books especially (fewer people know about this stuff)."
When Steve's not being magical, he loves being an awesome dad to his beautiful daughter, Evie. (Evie is a celebrity in her own right at magic camp. As near as anyone can tell, she never had to stand on her own because all of the campers were lined up to carry her!)
Visit Steve's website at: SteveValentine.com
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Steve Valentine kills ...
Posted by Fireside Productions on Friday, 5 September 2014
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Dan Wiebe | Eric Leclerc | Lisa Close | Alex Seaman | Ben Train
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close | Chris Pilsworth | Chris Mayhew | Simon Waring
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close | Chris Pilsworth | Chris Mayhew | Simon Waring
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
13 April 2015
Interview: Zack Mirza about his show "Illusions of Grandeur"
I'm excited to have to guest post at TV, eh? where I interview Zack about his show.
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Thank you for the opportunity Diane!
An excerpt from TV, eh?:
I was very impressed to see that you include historical footage like clips from Dai Vernon’s “The Spirit of Magic.” I understand you’re going to be delving into some magic history throughout the other episodes. How important do you think it is for magicians to study the history of their craft?
Prior to the show I knew a little bit about the history of magic but going through the whole experience I got exposed to so much more. I can’t express how important it is for up and coming magicians, and magicians out there in general, for them to learn about the history of magic. We’re basically standing on the shoulders of giants. Everything that they’ve done is pretty much the ground work for what magicians are today. There’s so much respect. There’s so much wisdom that you can pull from anyone in the past. As soon as you get to learn a little bit about the history it just makes it that much more special.
Read more.
09 April 2015
Anthony Lindan interviews Greg Frewin
From Anthony Lindan:
The Secrets of Success Project is a collection of inspiring and motivating Niagara success stories. Anthony Lindan, whose 15 years old son is on the Autism Spectrum, created the Project as a third party fundraising initiative to raise both money and awareness for Autism.
Anthony interviewed some of the most interesting people in Niagara - world class athletes, radio personalities, business people, entertainers and entrepreneurs - about their success. The interviews offer powerful tips and insights about becoming more successful both personally and professionally.
The interviews are online at http://secretsofsuccessproject.com/ and visitors are encouraged to listen to as many as they like and make a ‘pay what you can’ donation.
All net proceeds from the Project will go the Autism Ontario Niagara Region Chapter.
From the Secrets of Success:
Amazing is the only way to describe Greg Frewin’s career and his passion for amazing and entertaining his audiences. Greg is currently Canada’s most accomplished and successful magician. He has performed on every major stage in the world, on numerous TV specials and has won every magic award and honor offered. For the past 10 years Greg has performed about 275 dates a year in his own theatre – The Greg Frewin Theatre – in Niagara Falls, ON.
Greg shares the real secrets that have brought him incredible success both on and off the stage.
Read more, listen to the interview and make a donation to the Autism Ontario Niagara Region Chapter.
07 April 2015
Thirty seconds with Simon Waring
This is the twelfth in a series of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
I remember sitting at the Pinetages Theatre waiting for the evening show to start. Lee Asher's "B4" card class was tasked with approaching people in the audience (before the main show) and performing some close-up magic for them, while paying close attention to audience reaction. While the majority of the class made a beeline to their friends, Simon made his way to me. I had the pleasure of watching him perform three wonderful card tricks. Keep up the great work Simon!
Simon Waring is an aspiring magician from Gerogina, ON. He thinks Canada is the best country in the world because it's such an accepting place, there is so much freedom and it's home to many great accomplishments.
Simon hopes that magic isn't losing its roots and that that people realize the value of reading books, going to lectures, and learning in person. He suggests that young performers "practise, practise, practise." He also encourages them to be creative and think about what enhances effects. One last tip from Simon: "Take good care of your cards."
Simon's favourite non-magic activity is talking with friends about history.
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
I remember sitting at the Pinetages Theatre waiting for the evening show to start. Lee Asher's "B4" card class was tasked with approaching people in the audience (before the main show) and performing some close-up magic for them, while paying close attention to audience reaction. While the majority of the class made a beeline to their friends, Simon made his way to me. I had the pleasure of watching him perform three wonderful card tricks. Keep up the great work Simon!
Simon Waring is an aspiring magician from Gerogina, ON. He thinks Canada is the best country in the world because it's such an accepting place, there is so much freedom and it's home to many great accomplishments.
FUN FACT:
Simon prefers chocolate chip cookies to Oreos.
DID YOU KNOW?
Simon's biggest influences are his parents, "the two best people in the world.
Simon's first memory of magic dates back to when he was six years old. He remembers performing a children's vanish with Playmobil and a Toys'r'Us magic kit. Simon first heard about Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp at Morrissey's Magic shop in 2009 when he was ten years old. Simon's attend camp as a camper for six years. He comes back to camp because the activities are so unique and interactive. He hates the thought of missing out on something wonderful. He's made great friends at camp and keeps in touch with them throughout the year.Simon prefers chocolate chip cookies to Oreos.
DID YOU KNOW?
Simon's biggest influences are his parents, "the two best people in the world.
Simon hopes that magic isn't losing its roots and that that people realize the value of reading books, going to lectures, and learning in person. He suggests that young performers "practise, practise, practise." He also encourages them to be creative and think about what enhances effects. One last tip from Simon: "Take good care of your cards."
Simon's favourite non-magic activity is talking with friends about history.
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Dan Wiebe | Eric Leclerc | Lisa Close | Alex Seaman | Ben Train
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close | Chris Pilsworth | Chris Mayhew
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close | Chris Pilsworth | Chris Mayhew
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
03 April 2015
Crowdsourcing: Zack Mirza interview questions
There's a high probability that I'm going to get a chance to interview Zack Mirza about his upcoming docu-series, "Illusions of Grandeur."
I'm working on my list of questions and thought I'd open it up to the floor to see if you had any burning questions you'd want me to ask Zack. (Due to the limited interview time, there's no guarantee I'll be able to ask all of the questions submitted.)
If you have questions you'd like me to ask, e-mail me or leave them in the comment form below.
I'm working on my list of questions and thought I'd open it up to the floor to see if you had any burning questions you'd want me to ask Zack. (Due to the limited interview time, there's no guarantee I'll be able to ask all of the questions submitted.)
If you have questions you'd like me to ask, e-mail me or leave them in the comment form below.
31 March 2015
Thirty seconds with Chris Mayhew
This is the eleventh in a series of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
Professional magician Chris Mayhew, originally from Calgary but now living in Toronto thinks that Canada is a friendly place to be. He first came to Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp in 2013 with the task of creating the official camp video. He did such a great job, that he was back in 2014 as official camp videographer.
When not thinking about magic, Chris is likely thinking about videography.
Chris contributes to Five Academy Magic, has a solo lecture / show "MAYhew, MAYhem" and is also part of a comedy duo show "Sketchy Magic" with Chris Westfall. You can catch Sketchy Magic every Tuesday in April.
From Chris Westfall's Facebook page:
Visit Chris' website at: ChrisMayhewMagic.com .
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Professional magician Chris Mayhew, originally from Calgary but now living in Toronto thinks that Canada is a friendly place to be. He first came to Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp in 2013 with the task of creating the official camp video. He did such a great job, that he was back in 2014 as official camp videographer.
FUN FACT:
Chris prefers Oreos to store-bought chocolate chip cookies, but would take homemade chocolate chip cookies over Oreos any day!
DID YOU KNOW?
Chris considers himself to be shy.
Chris' first memory of magic is as a young teenager of 13, seeing the sign at the Vanishing Rabbit Magic shop in Calgary. It's not surprising that when he thinks about Sorcerers Safari, he thinks of magic! Chris encourages performers to take the time to make routines their own, and wishes that there weren't so many people out there spreading bad magic. His advice to aspiring magicians: "Learn what you can and make it work for you. Be sure to add yourself."Chris prefers Oreos to store-bought chocolate chip cookies, but would take homemade chocolate chip cookies over Oreos any day!
DID YOU KNOW?
Chris considers himself to be shy.
When not thinking about magic, Chris is likely thinking about videography.
Chris contributes to Five Academy Magic, has a solo lecture / show "MAYhew, MAYhem" and is also part of a comedy duo show "Sketchy Magic" with Chris Westfall. You can catch Sketchy Magic every Tuesday in April.
From Chris Westfall's Facebook page:
The best way to love is to laugh together. It's not a magic show, it's a #sketchymagic experience. Save a date. April 7,14,21 or 28! An amazing deal from feb 1st-14th. Stay posted for info #saveadate
Posted by Chris Westfall on Thursday, 29 January 2015
Visit Chris' website at: ChrisMayhewMagic.com .
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
© Rebecca C. Wells 2014
Posted by Fireside Productions on Wednesday, 3 September 2014
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Dan Wiebe | Eric Leclerc | Lisa Close | Alex Seaman | Ben Train
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close | Chris Pilsworth
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close | Chris Pilsworth
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
27 March 2015
Dave Attwood interviews Kendrick ICE McDonald
From Dave Attwood's Twitter feed:
This week's episode featuring Kendrick ICE McDonald @icestormeg is now available at http://t.co/qJf08oO8dq pic.twitter.com/tgJPpbNLtC
— Dave Attwood Show (@DaveAttwoodShow) March 22, 2015
24 March 2015
Thirty seconds with Chris Pilsworth
This is the tenth in a series of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
Professional magician, Chris Pilsworth is from Ottawa, Ontario. Magic Mike Segal, Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp founder, put the magic camp bug in Chris' ear some time ago. Finally Chris' curiosity got the better of him. He loves the positive atmosphere of camp and that it's not too intensive (it includes playtime!). He thinks it's especially great that the kids get to rub shoulders with high quality performers. He has attended Sorcerers Safari for four years.
When asked about advice for aspiring magicians, Chris replied, "Enjoy the process. Be curious about becoming better. Be original. Try your best to express who you are through the medium of magic – don't be a direct copy."
When not immersed in magic, Chris enjoys reading, movies, volleyball and ultimate Frisbee.
Visit Chris' website at borntoamaze.com .
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Professional magician, Chris Pilsworth is from Ottawa, Ontario. Magic Mike Segal, Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp founder, put the magic camp bug in Chris' ear some time ago. Finally Chris' curiosity got the better of him. He loves the positive atmosphere of camp and that it's not too intensive (it includes playtime!). He thinks it's especially great that the kids get to rub shoulders with high quality performers. He has attended Sorcerers Safari for four years.
FUN FACT:
Chris prefers chocolate chip cookies to Oreos.
DID YOU KNOW?
Chris is really happy that magic found him and / or he found magic!
Chris' first memory of magic involves his brother and magic books from the library. Chris is fascinated to see the evolution of magic. When asked his thoughts on the current state of magic he replied, "The world is changing and magic is changing. Magic's been around for a long time and will continue to be."Chris prefers chocolate chip cookies to Oreos.
DID YOU KNOW?
Chris is really happy that magic found him and / or he found magic!
When asked about advice for aspiring magicians, Chris replied, "Enjoy the process. Be curious about becoming better. Be original. Try your best to express who you are through the medium of magic – don't be a direct copy."
When not immersed in magic, Chris enjoys reading, movies, volleyball and ultimate Frisbee.
Visit Chris' website at borntoamaze.com .
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Dan Wiebe | Eric Leclerc | Lisa Close | Alex Seaman | Ben Train
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Michael Close
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
17 March 2015
Thirty seconds with Michael Close
This is the ninth in a series of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
I remember sitting at a picnic table outside the Mess Hall. Michael was chatting with a group of campers and showing them some fabulous effects. He then kindly agreed to let me interview him. At the conclusion of the interview he said, "I've given you my time for your interview. In return, you need to give me some of your time so I can show you something." (A price I was only too happy to pay!) Michael illustrated for me the interconnectedness of all things as not one, but two decks of cards mysteriously divined a card I'd previously selected. Our time ended with a delightful discussion of probability and statistics.
Professional magician Michael Close was born in Cleveland, raised in Indiana, lived and worked in Las Vegas for twelve years, and now lives in Toronto. Michael first learned about Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp from his wife, Lisa. He enjoys the location of the camp, the relaxing environment and especially that the instructors are always available to interact with the kids. He likes how the camp setting breaks down barriers and gives kids access to the pros. Teaching at Sorcerers Safari gives instructors a chance to offer to the young magicians, viewpoints grounded in classic principles.
Visit Michael's website at MichaelClose.com .
From Sorcerers Safari's Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
I remember sitting at a picnic table outside the Mess Hall. Michael was chatting with a group of campers and showing them some fabulous effects. He then kindly agreed to let me interview him. At the conclusion of the interview he said, "I've given you my time for your interview. In return, you need to give me some of your time so I can show you something." (A price I was only too happy to pay!) Michael illustrated for me the interconnectedness of all things as not one, but two decks of cards mysteriously divined a card I'd previously selected. Our time ended with a delightful discussion of probability and statistics.
Professional magician Michael Close was born in Cleveland, raised in Indiana, lived and worked in Las Vegas for twelve years, and now lives in Toronto. Michael first learned about Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp from his wife, Lisa. He enjoys the location of the camp, the relaxing environment and especially that the instructors are always available to interact with the kids. He likes how the camp setting breaks down barriers and gives kids access to the pros. Teaching at Sorcerers Safari gives instructors a chance to offer to the young magicians, viewpoints grounded in classic principles.
FUN FACT:
Michael prefers "The Lord of the Rings" to "Harry Potter" and the original "Star Wars" movies (IV-VI) to "Star Trek."
DID YOU KNOW?
Michael is currently the editor of M-U-M, the magazine of The Society of American Magicians.
His first memory of magic is as a five year old. He still remembers every trick Dick Stoner performed at his school in Fort Wayne Indiana. Michael is concerned that the approaches and principles of magic are being forgotten because the kids today aren't being exposed to them. He hopes the young magicians of today will learn to value secrets, respect history, and to value the experiences of those who came before them. His advice for aspiring magicians: "1) Don't forget that magic performance requires engaging people, it's not just performing for a camera. 2) Be well rounded and interesting to people outside of magic. 3) Learn to be engaging without doing a trick. 4) Read."Michael prefers "The Lord of the Rings" to "Harry Potter" and the original "Star Wars" movies (IV-VI) to "Star Trek."
DID YOU KNOW?
Michael is currently the editor of M-U-M, the magazine of The Society of American Magicians.
What is Michael's favourite non-magic activity? Being an awesome dad, of course!
Visit Michael's website at MichaelClose.com .
From Sorcerers Safari's Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Dan Wiebe | Eric Leclerc | Lisa Close | Alex Seaman | Ben Train
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia | Carey Lauder
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
16 March 2015
Luc Langevin on CBC radio
Listen to La magie qui enchante avec Luc Langevin at http://ici.radio-canada.ca
14 March 2015
Dave Attwood interviews The Great Zucchini
From Dave Attwood's Twitter feed:
This week's episode of TDAS featuring The Great Zucchini is now available at http://t.co/qJf08oO8dq or through iTunes pic.twitter.com/gmLLdidBau
— Dave Attwood Show (@DaveAttwoodShow) February 28, 2015
10 March 2015
Thirty seconds with Carey Lauder
This is the eighth in a series of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
Carey Lauder, is a magician from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He likes that Canadians, in general, are nice and willing to share. Carey is an executive member of the Winnipeg Society of Young Magicians (SYM) which is the youth program (7-16yo) for the Society of American Magicians. He's been involved with the SYM for 20 years.
Carey's first memory of magic is as a pre-teen (10-12 years of age) seeing Martin Nash at the Edmonton Klondike games. He hopes that in spite of the volume of magic out there, people still remember that the magician needs to be part of the magic. Carey recommends aspiring magicians read as much as they can and they find themselves a mentor. He has one more piece of advice, "Don't be afraid to take risks and try new things."
Carey teaches photography at the high school level and is delighted that his photography is able to both benefit the camp and help to showcase kids to promote themselves.
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Carey Lauder, is a magician from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He likes that Canadians, in general, are nice and willing to share. Carey is an executive member of the Winnipeg Society of Young Magicians (SYM) which is the youth program (7-16yo) for the Society of American Magicians. He's been involved with the SYM for 20 years.
FUN FACT:
Carey prefers Lord of the Rings to Harry Potter.
DID YOU KNOW?
Carey's favourite non-magic activity is photography. You can see his photos over at MyToba.ca .
He first learned about Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp from reading an article about it in IBM's Linking Ring magazine. Carey is a talented photographer, and a natural fit to be the official camp photographer when he's not teaching magic. He's spent 16 years at camp as a magic camp instructor. When asked his thoughts on Sorcerers Safari, Carey highlights the niceness of the participants, and thinks all of the sharing, jamming, and supporting is fabulous! I asked what brings him back to camp year after year, and without hesitation he replied, "How can't you come back?"Carey prefers Lord of the Rings to Harry Potter.
DID YOU KNOW?
Carey's favourite non-magic activity is photography. You can see his photos over at MyToba.ca .
Carey's first memory of magic is as a pre-teen (10-12 years of age) seeing Martin Nash at the Edmonton Klondike games. He hopes that in spite of the volume of magic out there, people still remember that the magician needs to be part of the magic. Carey recommends aspiring magicians read as much as they can and they find themselves a mentor. He has one more piece of advice, "Don't be afraid to take risks and try new things."
Carey teaches photography at the high school level and is delighted that his photography is able to both benefit the camp and help to showcase kids to promote themselves.
From the FiresideProductions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Dan Wiebe | Eric Leclerc | Lisa Close | Alex Seaman | Ben Train
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia
Lorena and Trevor Watters | Mark Correia
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
04 March 2015
Paul Romhany interviewed at MagicBusiness.com
From Magician Business:
Will magic support you and your family well into the future? What can you do to branch your magic business into other areas? Paul Romhany is a performer, creator of magic effects, lecturer and he edits and produces VANISH magazine. He’s also a parent (as you will witness at the beginning of the podcast). Listen in as he shares insights and tips that might get you started creating extra streams of income.
Read more and listen to the podcast.
03 March 2015
Thirty seconds with Mark Correia
This is the seventh in a series of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
Professional magician Mark Correia from Toronto, Ontario is probably best known for spending two weeks inside a straitjacket last summer, to raise awareness for Parkinson's Disease. In November 2014, Record Setter recognized Mark with a World Record for the "Longest Time Wearing a Straitjacket." Mark raised over $15 000 through his efforts.
When Mark's not being magical, he's probably treading the boards in the Dramatic Arts Program at The National Theatre School of Canada or acting professionally in Toronto.
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Professional magician Mark Correia from Toronto, Ontario is probably best known for spending two weeks inside a straitjacket last summer, to raise awareness for Parkinson's Disease. In November 2014, Record Setter recognized Mark with a World Record for the "Longest Time Wearing a Straitjacket." Mark raised over $15 000 through his efforts.
FUN FACT:
Mark performed for Usher at The Magic Castle.
DID YOU KNOW?
- Mark's pre-show routine involves rolling up his pant-legs an hour before show time, and then rolling them down right before the show starts?
- Mark is also working on a book and documentary about his experience with the Escaping Parkinson's straitjacket endurance stunt. Keep an eye out for the book as early as this summer!.
Three year old Mark was bitten by the magic bug when "The Wacky Wizard" performed his (Mark's) birthday party. Mark started performing professionally at the age of five. He was at The Browser's Den of Magic when he first heard that Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp was "the" place to be if you were a young performer interested in magic. One of his favourite things about camp is that you get to spend time with the people that literally wrote the books he reads. In fact, when Mark thinks about magic camp, it's the amazing special guests that come first to mind. Mark's spent seven seasons at Sorcerers Safari, two of which have been as a counsellor in training. Needless to say, camp feels like family to him.Mark performed for Usher at The Magic Castle.
DID YOU KNOW?
- Mark's pre-show routine involves rolling up his pant-legs an hour before show time, and then rolling them down right before the show starts?
- Mark is also working on a book and documentary about his experience with the Escaping Parkinson's straitjacket endurance stunt. Keep an eye out for the book as early as this summer!.
When Mark's not being magical, he's probably treading the boards in the Dramatic Arts Program at The National Theatre School of Canada or acting professionally in Toronto.
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
02 March 2015
David Peck interviews James Alan and Michael Close
From David Peck's website:
This week’s podcast was a fun one to record. Taped in front of a live enthusiastic and thoughtful audience this past December in downtown Toronto. I chatted with two magicians, on stage and post show, James Alan and Mike Close. The food was good, the magic terrific and the conversation engaging. Listen is as we talk about magic, wonder and reason in the 21st century.
Read more and listen to the podcast.
24 February 2015
Thirty seconds with Lorena and Trevor Watters
This is the sixth in a series of "Thirty
seconds with ..." interviews, so called because I approached the
interviewees at Sorcerers Safari Magic and Performance Arts Camp last summer with the idea that I
would interview them for 30 seconds. It didn't always work that way.
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
Lorena and Trevor Watters are professional magicians from North Delta, BC. They both love the beautiful scenery and
friendliness of Canada. They first heard
about Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp when Magic Mike Segal and his wife Jen
approached them at the World Magic Seminar.
This was Lorena and Trevor's third
year as camp instructors.
FUN FACT:
They're both big fans of the original Star Wars trilogy..
DID YOU KNOW?
- Lorena's most embarrassing magic moment was at the West Coast Fair when wind blew her skirt up! (Apparently they had a much bigger audience the next day!
- Trevor's pre-show routine involves him doing push ups against a wall for 10 seconds to help him relax and psych himself up.
They're both big fans of the original Star Wars trilogy..
DID YOU KNOW?
- Lorena's most embarrassing magic moment was at the West Coast Fair when wind blew her skirt up! (Apparently they had a much bigger audience the next day!
- Trevor's pre-show routine involves him doing push ups against a wall for 10 seconds to help him relax and psych himself up.
The Watters, like
so many of the adults who pass through camp, wish that something like this was
available to them when they were growing up.
When they think of camp they think of amazingly talented kids, fun times
and unforgettable memories. To them it's
the perfect place to learn "magical performance arts." They've loved camp since the first day and
look forward to it yearly. Lorena sums
up one of their favourite things about magic camp, "It's awesome to watch
how much kids grow (both physically and magically) in a year."
Trevor's first memory of magic goes back to the age of 12. He remembers his dad coming home from Las Vegas with some magic tricks. That's when Trevor fell in love with the craft. As for Lorena, her first solid memory of magic was in the very early days of dating Trevor. Trevor asked her if she'd like to come back to his place to see an illusion. Lorena added, "He asked if I could fit into a box on the floor. Then he said he was going to put 12 swords into it. The rest is history."
Trevor's first memory of magic goes back to the age of 12. He remembers his dad coming home from Las Vegas with some magic tricks. That's when Trevor fell in love with the craft. As for Lorena, her first solid memory of magic was in the very early days of dating Trevor. Trevor asked her if she'd like to come back to his place to see an illusion. Lorena added, "He asked if I could fit into a box on the floor. Then he said he was going to put 12 swords into it. The rest is history."
Lorena wishes
that more people would think of magic as an art form. Trevor agrees and would like people to respect
magicians as much as they respect actors, or lawyers. Both of them have the same advice for the
young magicians out there: Practise
makes perfect. Don't be afraid to fail;
some of their best material comes from epic fails.
We wish them all
the best as they represent Canada in the FISM World Championship held in Italy this
July!
Visit their
website at TrevorWatters.com .
From the Fireside Productions Facebook page:
Previously published "Thirty seconds with ..." interviews:
From the Sorcerers Safari Twitter feed:
Guarantee your spot at #MagicCamp Aug.15-19 2015. Tell your parents registration is on your wish list - it's now open at sorcererssafari.ca
— Sorcerers Safari (@SorcerersSafari) December 22, 2014
22 February 2015
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