Toronto and Montreal: Rick Holcombe on Coin Magic (Fusion Lecture) [Nov 19 - 21]

For more information visit Toronto's IBMRing17.com (details coming soon) or the Montreal Magic Jam website about the Montreal lecture and workshop.

 

From the Montreal Magic Jam Facebook event "Rick Holcombe on Coin Magic":

Tickets are now on sale for our first lecture of the 2025-2026 season with coin-man extraordinaire Rick Holcombe. On Nov 20, Rick will be giving his Fusion Lecture and sneaking in a few bonuses along the way.

On Friday Nov. 21, Rick will also be giving small coin workshop where he'll teach a variety of hand-picked routines, techniques and sequences that require just three coins and will give an in-depth teaching session on his Sly Palm, a practical new tool that you will happy to be add to your repertoire. Email us if you're interested as spaces are limited.

I first heard of Rick Holcombe through my dearly departed friend Curtis Kam. On a Zoom session during lockdown, Curtis said there was a guy that was doing some very interesting stuff, AND the material was easy. For those that knew Curtis, I'm still not sure if that last comment was a compliment or him throwing shade. 🙂

So we watched some video, and Rick impressed me with how smooth and soft his work was. The Mr. Rogers of coin magic, his disarming nature only adds to the power of his magic. I've never met Rick in person but I'm excited to have him in Montreal for his first ever mini-Canadian lecture tour (he's just doing two dates: Toronto and here).

If you're a fan of coin magic, or are a little scared of it but want to add a little bit of it to your repertoire, Rick's your guy. His magic is strong and accessible (i.e. NOT knuckle-busting). So I hope to see most of you at the lecture, and at least a few of you at the workshop. 

 

 

 

 

 

Montreal: Magiestrale Grand Reopening [Sep 22]

The event is FREE but please RSVP at TicketTailor. 

 

From TicketTailor  (English translation (by Google) at follows the original French):

Lundi 22 septembre 2025 – Réouverture officielle de l’école Magiestrale

Pour célébrer la réouverture de l’école de Yannick Lacroix, nous organisons le premier événement conjoint organisé par Magiestrale, le Club de magie de Montréal et le Montreal Magic Jam! 

Au programme :

• Découverture du nouveau local et du tout nouveau coin boutique.
• Rabais de 10 % sur le matériel régulier (étiquettes blanches)
• Rabais de 20 % sur le matériel usagé (étiquettes de couleur)
• Des démos des nouveautés disponibles
• Une mini-conférence surprise offerte par l’équipe du Montreal Magic Jam
• Des prix de présence
• Un mini encan
• Une ambiance magique et de belles rencontres
• Des boissons et quelques collations seront disponibles sur place. 

Read more and RSVP. 

 

 

From TicketTailor  (English translation (by Google) at follows the original French):

Monday, September 22, 2025 – Official Reopening of Magiestrale School

To celebrate the reopening of Yannick Lacroix's school, we are organizing the first joint event organized by Magiestrale, the Montreal Magic Club, and the Montreal Magic Jam!

On the program:

• Discovery of the new premises and the brand-new boutique area.
• 10% discount on regular equipment (white labels)
• 20% discount on used equipment (colored labels)
• Demos of new products available
• A surprise mini-conference offered by the Montreal Magic Jam team
• Door prizes
• A mini-auction
• A magical atmosphere and wonderful encounters
• Drinks and snacks will be available on site.

Read more and RSVP. 

 

See the Montreal Magic Jam's Facebook event Réouverture officielle de l’école Magiestrale 

 

 

 

Montreal: Lectures by Eric Leclerc [May 12] and James Harrison [May 18]

Tickets at the Montreal Magic Jam for Eric and James.   

Early bird pricing ends TODAY!

From the Montreal Magic Jam event Eric Leclerc Conférence:

Après avoir brillamment mystifié Penn & Teller et été la vedette d’une série sur Netflix, Éric Leclerc débarque à MONTRÉAL avec sa magie… et son chaos parfaitement dosé!

Ce magicien canadien survolté présente une toute nouvelle conférence pleine de matériel inédit, absurde, hilarant — et surtout, conçu pour fonctionner dans le monde réel.

Que vous présentiez de la magie devant des enfants ou des adultes, Éric a quelque chose de percutant à partager. Attendez-vous à des tours utilisant des pailles, des sous-vêtements, des desserts, des substances douteuses (rassurez-vous, tout est presque légal), et même le souffle humain!

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From the James Harrison Lecture: 

James Harrison is a pickpocket magician and security consultant who has turned his uncanny sleight-of-hand skills into a tool for awareness and defense. With a background in street magic and the art of misdirection, he now exposes the tricks of thieves by demonstrating live pickpocketing techniques at major security conferences, including NorthSec (Montreal), BSides (Florida), SecT (Sweden), and DefCon (Vegas) —where audiences watch in awe as wallets, phones, and even neckties vanish without a trace. His engaging talks blend entertainment with real-world security insights, teaching professionals how to spot and stop theft before it happens. Whether baffling crowds with his magic or arming them with anti-theft tactics, James proves that the best defense is knowing the thief’s playbook.

The Lecture will be two parts.

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Montreal: Alain Iannone lecture [Apr 21]

From the Montreal Magic Jam (translation by Google):

Alain Iannone presents “Magic for the Real World”

You may not have heard of him, but audiences around the world certainly do. Alain Ianonne has been a featured performer at major events in Europe for 25 years, as well as at Hollywood's famous Magic Castle. His work has been published worldwide in various magic magazines, including Genii and a "One Man Parade" in The Linking Ring.

His lecture goes far beyond new tricks. Alain blends proven ideas from decades of successful live performances. He'll offer practical advice and theoretical insights on how magicians can make their magic more... magical. 

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From the Facebook event Conférence Alain Iannone:

 

 

 

 

 

Montreal: Yoan Tanuji lecture [Mar 30]

From the Montreal Magic Jam's Facebook event "Yoan Tanuji lecture": 

 

 

 

Previously shared on Facebook February 24. 

 

 

 

 

Montreal & Toronto: Alex Linian lecture [Mar 24 & Mar 27]

Details at the Montreal Magic Jam (and tickets) and the Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club (Toronto).

 

From the Montreal Magic Jam's Facebook event "Alex Linian lecture":

 

Previously shared on Facebook February 24.

 

 

 

Montreal: Mario Diamond workshop [Feb 24]

Tickets at the Montreal Magic Jam.

 

From the Montreal Magic Jam website (translation by Google): 

Mario is a mime, circus artist from Montreal and author of the mime book Body Talk/Corps Expressif. Mario has been touring the globe since 1976. He performs in the corporate, school and circus worlds. Founder of the virtual mime school Body Talk/Corps Expressif and mime teacher in various circus schools in Canada and the United States, he also teaches physical acting to high-level actors and figure skaters as well as postural technique to politicians. His discipline has also brought him to film sets, TV series and commercials, particularly to bring special effects characters to life.

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View the Mario Diamond - Workshop Facebook event:

 

 

Previously shared on Facebook January 29.

[via the Montreal Magic Jam]

 

 

 

Montreal Magic Jam: Steph Lac and Derrick Chung lecture [Dec 2]

From the December 2nd Facebook event by the Montreal Magic Jam:

Hey gang,

Marc here, taking over the Montreal Magic Jam mailing list to tell you about an event you absolutely don’t want to miss.

After a bit of friendly arm-twisting, I’ve convinced my good friends Steph Lac (of Slim Card Co.) and Chung (from the legendary duo McSorley & Chung) to bring their one-of-a-kind lecture to the Montreal Magic Jam! These two are not only top-notch magicians, but they also have impeccable taste in both magic and whiskey—I can personally vouch for that! They’ve already showcased their lecture for some of the brightest minds in the U.S., and I wasn’t about to let them skip over their hometown without sharing this with us!

Here’s the scoop:
📅 When: Monday, December 2

Steph and Chung have each been doing amazing work for years, and now they’re teaming up officially for the first time. Steph will show off his skills in crafting gaffs and the underground world of card and dice manipulation—he’s even worked with legends like Sal Piacente and the late Fast Jack Farrell.

And Chung? He’s been a key player in Montreal’s magic scene for over two decades, creating some serious magic behind the scenes. His tricks have even made it into The Nacho Card Notes, which has been getting rave reviews. Between the two of them, expect some deep insights and practical tips you can put into action.

Bonjour! Hi! This lecture will be fully bilingual, with Steph presenting in French and Chung in English. Very Montreal, right?

Bonus! They’ll also have an exclusive set of lecture notes (more like a mini-book!) created by Sophie-Anne Vachon from Conundrum Magazine, available only at this event.

With two incredible lectures for the price of one, seats won’t last long! Reserve your spot now. You can easily pay via PayPal.

Can’t wait to see you there!

Marc Trudel and the Montreal Magic Jam team

 

 

 

 

Montreal: Alyx Hilshey lecture [Nov 19]

From the Montreal Magic Jam:

Alyx Hilshey is a full time, working magician who has recently taken the magic world by storm. After 14 years of honing her chops as a street performer, she moved inside, performing at magic venues including The Chicago Magic Lounge, Philadelphia’s Smoke and Mirrors Theater, and the The Magic Castle. She was a regular guest co-star in Washington DC’s highest rated comedy show, The Magic Duel, and she appeared on Season 11 of Penn & Teller: Fool Us.

After spending two years as a resident theme park magician, she now primarily works as a family entertainer with a growing business in the corporate market. She has lectured all across the USA and this will be her debut lecture in Canada.

She will discuss street magician tactics and how they can be applied to indoor or festival/fair magic. She will also talk about misdirection techniques including using the body and the gaze. Plus she will give tips for using social media to become a better performer and to propel your career.

Read more and buy tickets.  (Early bird pricing in effect.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Montreal: Ryan Murray lecture [Jul 10]

From The Montreal Magic Jam:

Monday July 10

Ryan Murray is one of Toronto’s underground magicians specializing in sleight-of-hand with cards. In 2016 he was awarded the Len Cooper Memorial award from the Browser’s Den of Magic for his excellence and dedication towards magic.

He has currently published two books on card magic; Curious Weaving (2018) which expands on the faro shuffle and takes weave shuffles to a whole new level of possibilities, and Natural Card Magic (2021) in which he explores an obscure underground principle that he often uses to fool magicians very very badly. These books have established Ryan as being highly detail oriented when it comes to learning difficult sleight-of-hand.

In this lecture, Ryan will cover some of his own card techniques and routines including some that were previously unpublished. He will also cover his thoughts on his false shuffles and cuts, as well as various faro and weave shuffle techniques. Aside from card magic, he will also finally tip his signature Rubik’s Cube routine that he's been wowing audiences with for many years. 

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Bernardo Sedlacek lecture [Montreal May 2, Toronto May 3, Vancouver May 10, & Victoria May 11]

From Montreal Magic Jam:

May 2, 2023
TBA

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From Eventbrite:

Wed, May 3 at
The Browser's Den of Magic

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From the April 14th Facebook post by Shawn Farquhar:

My friend Bernardo Sedlacek is also going to be lecturing for the two IBM Rings I belong to in BC. IBM Ring #92, the Vancouver Magic Circle and IBM Ring #183, the Victoria Magic Circle. This will be an outstanding lecture and not to be missed. His thinking on psychology will apply to any type of magic.

 

 

 

 

 

Montreal: McSorley & Chung Magic Hour [July 22]

From the Montreal Magic Jam newsletter:

Among the many things on our plate is the return of our critically acclaimed show the McSorley & Chung Magic Hour for a one-night only benefit for the Mount Bruno United Church (25 rue Lakeview St-Bruno-de-Montarville  QC J3V 2L4) on Friday July 22nd at 7pm (masks required). Tickets are $20. You can buy your tickets in person there, OR send me an email here or at magicians AT mcsorleyandchung DOT com and I'll help you reserve your seats, and can fill you in on any details you might need.

Oh and to be fair, this is actually an updated version of the show including a couple pieces we've never done before. So you'll be able to see firsthand whether they work within our show, or die a fiery death. That's gotta be worth 20 bucks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Montreal: Pit Hartling lecture [July 18]

From the Montreal Magic Jam:

Pit Hartling is Germany’s most successful magician in the weight-class under 130 pounds. Pit is part of Germany’s Flicking Fingers group, he was the youngest member of the famous Escuela Magica de Madrid and won Lecturer of the Year from the Academy of Magical Arts in Hollywood.

Internationally, Pit is best known for his fun and clever style of card magic as well as his Little Green Lecture notes and his critically acclaimed books Card Fictions and In Order to Amaze.

In this entertaining show-lecture Pit discusses card effects from his professional repertoire. He covers not only the working of the tricks themselves, but also general principles of method and presentation that can be used in any magic context.There will be a wide variety of plots and effects, with methods ranging from sleight of hand and clever use of mathematical and psychological strategies to some routines that are entirely sleight-free.

Finally, Pit will explain how to become rich and sexy, as well as the correct use of false promises. 

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Montreal Magic Jam hosts Jared Kopf virtual lecture [Feb 25]

From the Montreal Magic Jam:

Friday Feb 25th

Jared Kopf performs magic and interprets symbols all over the world. Sometimes, he and a company of
wizards create practical effects for plays, films, and TV shows such as “The Eye Ball,” A Ghost Story, and National Geographic’s Breakthrough. Other times, he pretends to be someone else on a stage or in a movie. Once, in Changchun, he found the philosopher’s stone and turned lead into gold. Occasionally, he reads the tarot for free outside a café on Greenville Avenue, just down the street from his home in Dallas, Texas where he lives with the sorceress Elayna Mitchell and their son Martin, who draws people’s dreams in a notebook.

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Montreal: Michel Huot lecture [Nov 29]

Purchase tickets to this event at Montreal Magic Jam.

 

From the Montreal Magic Jam newsletter:

What: Conférence Michel Huot
When: Lundi le 29 novembre, 19h00 (7pm)
Where:  6546 Rue St-Hubert, Montréal, QC H2S 2M3 

The cold weather has finally arrived in Montreal, but it's not all bad news. On top of having a couple special online events schedules in the near future, for the first time, in a very long time we'll be having an in-person event, a lecture from hometown favorite  Michel Huot. En plus, la conférence sera en français.

Michel is a remarkable performer in English, but even better in his native French, so we figured it would be a great opportunity to see him at his finest.

For those of you who are less adept at the language, Michel will be happy to translate to English as needed throughout the lecture.

With over 25 years of performing under his belt, Michel knows a thing or two about the craft. The man behind best-selling tricks like Priceless, and Socks will be sharing his creations with us, as well as the real secrets of professional magic. I think you'll really want to pay attention to what he has to say.

Of course, we'll have to do a vaccination check and follow Quebec health guidelines so spots will be limited. So please don't wait to register, especially since you can save 10 bucks while you're at it.

To learn more, subscribe to the Montreal Magic Jam email list here:
https://montrealmagicjam.com/

 

 

Montreal: Jared Kopf lecture and show

From the Montreal Magic Jam:

Lecture: Wed Oct 23
Show: Sun Oct 27

Jared Kopf is one of magic’s finest artists. As a young man, he built a reputation on his flawless technique and massive repertoire of classics, executed to perfection. It didn’t hurt that he studied under master magicians Bob White and Johnny Thompson. Over the ensuing years, he’s also proven himself to be a master performer, and is considered among the cognoscenti as one of the greatest magicians of his generation.

His lectures always cover a variety of topics:sleight-of-hand card and coin magic, classical magic (Cups & Balls, Linking Rings, etc.), mentalism, and “readings” with various symbols, especially the Tarot de Marseille. The lecture’s thesis argues for a unified theory of Magic as a natural phenomenon.

Jared has done incarnations of this ever-evolving lecture for Conjuring Arts University and across North America, Europe, China, Hong Kong, and Japan, spreading the word that Magic is real—even the fake kind.

So come join us and spend some time with Jared Kopf. We’re happy to have him to lecture, a show, a workshop, as well as one special very limited intimate event that you’ll only hear about if you’re on our mailing list.


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Montreal: David Stone Lecture

From the Montreal Magic Jam:

Monday April 22nd

[Note that this lecture will be in French, but David will do explanations in English as necessary]

After the amazing success of The Xperience Lecture tour in 2012 with over 183 lectures in 19 countries, the crazy David Stone is back!

This new lecture will provide exclusively strong magic tricks with cards, coins, and varied objects for close-up conditions just as pen, bottles, glasses…

For those who already know David, no need to say the lecture will be a real show with dozens of gags and ideas you will use for your own performances. Among the brand new tricks you will discover :

•     Mirage : Learn how to Visually and slowly make a deck of cards vanish !
•     Zenith : The « Card on the ceiling » effect completely revisited, safer and easier than the classic version. Finally you will get David secret version of this classic effect, a version he kept for his own performances for years. A masterpiece of close up magic !
•     A new gimmick as powerful as «The Tool » that will allow you to perform dozen of tricks completely different. A new weapon for the close up magician who want to refresh his repertoire.

And much more ! Over 14 new effects and routines tested on real audience and ready to amaze your own spectators. David will also talk and explain how he performs in close up situation on stage for audience as large as 2.000 spectators and how to deal with this kind of situations.

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Montreal: Nathan Kranzo lecture

From Montreal Magic Jam:

Tues Nov 27

Nathan’s original magic creations have been published in national and worldwide publications like Magic Magazine, Genii Magazine, The Penumbra, Antinomy, Channel One and The Linking Ring Magazine. Nathan has performed and lectured all over the US, Europe and Asia.
Nathan was a consultant for Penn and Teller’s NBC special “Off The Deep End”. Nathan was featured on the SyFy show Wizard Wars. He received a standing ovation on NBC’s America’s Got Talent”. And most recently Nathan appeared on #1 Chinese television show “The Amazing Magicians” in China.

NATHAN KRANZO IS BACK with an ALL NEW LECTURE. DON’T YOU MISS THE FUN. CHECK OUT WHAT HE’s GOING TO TRY TO STUFF INTO THIS LECTURE!!!!!!

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Montreal: Garrett Thomas lecture

Of course, those of you with tickets to the Browser's Bash will see Garrett lecture on April 21st.

From the Montreal Magic Jam:

Wed April 18

If you care about magic as an art, you MUST see Garrett Thomas. Why do you do what you do? Do you want to take it to the next level? Just spend some time with Garrett, and you will soon learn how to further your magic in simplicity, clarity, and most importantly, how to evoke astonishment.

You will learn some of the effects that have made Garrett a favorite amongst top magicians. Also, learn many touches to be applied to your own magic.

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Montreal: Caleb Wiles

From Montreal Magic Jam:

Tuesday Feb 6th

The Knockout Magic of Caleb Wiles

Get ready to step into the ring with one of magic’s heavy hitters. Caleb’s new lecture is full of incredible close-up routines designed for the real world. You won’t find any pipe dreams here. Every effect has been highly acclaimed by the most important critics in magic… real live audiences!

Caleb’s original tricks are performed by magicians all over the world, including on international television specials. In fact, he was a featured performer on the popular network show Penn & Teller’s Fool Us.

What you’ll learn…

– A brand-new, never-before-taught staple of Caleb’s close-up show. Jack Carpenter calls this routine “a masterpiece!”

– A self-working miracle that DESTROYS magicians! So powerful, it was used on an international television special!

– A practical, birthday-themed card effect for the working pro.

– Every detail of the blockbuster, self-working trick Caleb performed on Penn & Teller’s Fool Us!

– New plots, new presentations, and new principles.

This lecture is jam-packed with more than a dozen effects. Plus, stick around after the lecture to session into the night. It’s going to be a magic super party!

What others are saying…

“You are so [expletive] good!”
– Penn Jillette

“Caleb Wiles is the real deal. His methods are devious, his presentations are clever and fun, and he’s got loads of natural ability.”
– David Williamson

“I unreservedly urge any group out there to book him. You will be very happy.”
– Steve Bryant

“Caleb Wiles is a clever, logical creator of magic effects. His approach is fresh yet practical. I’m a huge fan!”
– Joshua Jay

“Caleb Wiles is a new star on the magic horizon!”
– Paul Lelekis (Linking Ring Magazine)


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