#ThrowbackThursday: Wizards on Wheels Getting Wasted (working title)

Watch the pilot episode of "Two Magicians Walk Into a Bar" with Michael Dardant and Eric Leclerc.

 

From the October 21st Facebook post by the International Brotherhood of Magicians:

Two Magicians Walk Into a Bar - on this episode of Something Up My Sleeve
  
A production of Neutral Ground Films, hosted by comedian and magician Michael Dardant, filmed on location in New Orleans. Picture "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee" style, but talking shop with world class magicians and instead of a café, we hit the coolest spots in The Big Easy and sample the world's best crafted cocktails! It's "Wizards on Wheels Getting Wasted"... wait, um.... ok, I'm just learning that we are changing the name to "Two Magicians Walk Into a Bar"! ...now it just sounds like a joke. Anyway, the pilot episode featuring the crazy antics of Canadian, Eric Leclerc was created just in time to start pitching the show right before Covid. So, then the world ended and here we are... with this fun episode that yearns to be many more fun episodes! 

Watch the video on Facebook.  (Starts around the 5 min mark.)

 

 

 

 

Blackpool: Richard Sanders lecture [Feb 19] and Eric Leclerc hosting The Family Entertainer of the Year Competition [Feb 2026]

Applications for the The Family Entertainer of the Year Competition close November 30th.  Visit the Facebook post by Blackpool Magic Convention for submission details.

 

From BlackpoolMagicConvention.com: 

✅ Lineup Almost Complete!
The 2026 schedule is packed with world-class talent, including:

✨ Hans Klok – Renowned illusionist famous for his lightning-fast grand illusions
✨ Richard Sanders – Sleight-of-hand innovator and creator
✨ Paul Gertner – A true legend of close-up magic
✨ Banachek – Master mentalist and mind reader
…and many more still to be announced!

--

Richard Sanders’ original magic creations have infiltrated the repertoires of magicians all over the world; with lectures and appearances in Canada, United States, France, Spain, U.K. Australia, Germany, Japan and as a featured lecturer and performer at FISM (THE WORLD CONGRESS OF MAGIC).
Richard’s products have been hailed by magicians all over the world as some of the best magic effects on the market!

 Venue, Circle Hall Theatre, Date: Thursday 19th February 

Read more and register. 

 

 

From the September 25th Facebook post by Blackpool Magic Convention: 

BMC are proud to announce The Family Entertainer of the Year Competition 2026.

It’s easy to apply:
Simply submit a short performance video (no more than 10 minutes duration) to be in with a chance of appearing in the live final on the incredible Opera House Theatre stage at The Blackpool Magic Convention 2026.  

 

 

 

 

Billy Hsueh and VANISH Magazine, winners at FISM 2025!

Shout out to everyone who made it to the voting rounds at FISM 2025!

We're looking at you:

• Jonah Babins (Discourse in Magic) - nominee, best magic podcast 
• Vitaly Beckman - Top 20, online magic [ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19LTjVnAjV/ ]  
• Alex Boyer - nominee, online magic [ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15WGTQkRh2/ ]
• Eric Leclerc - nominee, online magic [ https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16Qpbf7QYr/ ]

    who were all entries in the Online Awards! 

 

Congratulations to Billy Hsueh, winner in "Category Invention"!

From the July 19th Facebook post by FISM International:

 

 

 

Congratulations to Paul Romhany of VANISH Magic Magazine for winner of Best Online Magazine!

From the July 19th Facebook post by Paul Romhany:

 

 

 

 

 

From the July 19th Facebook post by FISM NACM:

Congratulations to all our magicians! And bravo to our 2 winners! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brisbane: Eric Leclerc [Jul 18]

From the June 27th Instagram post by the Brisbane Theatre of Magic:

SPECIAL GUEST - Eric Leclerc! 🇨🇦

This guy FOOLED Penn and Teller on “Fool Us”, and now he’s coming to Theatre of Magic for one night only! 

 

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Canadians in the top 20 Online Magic competitors -- FISM 2025

Congratulations to Alex Boyer, Eric Leclerc, and Vitaly Beckman!

Alex Boyer's entry:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15WGTQkRh2/

Eric Leclerc's entry:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16Qpbf7QYr/

Vitaly Beckman's entry:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19LTjVnAjV/ 

 

From the June 23rd Facebook post by the World Championship of Online Magic: 

 

[Originally seen at Alex Boyer's Facebook feed.] 

Previously shared on Facebook June 23. 

 

 

 

 

 

Rounding the Central rings in May 2025

Updated May 18th to add:

• The Toronto Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club event as been changed to a Mentalist Pro-Panel discussion with Mysterion, Ryan Edwards, and Ron Guttman.

 

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

Montreal, QC	Montreal Magic Jam	- Eric Leclerc lecture - James Harrison lecture
Montreal, QC	Ring 62 (20th Century Ring)	- N/A.
Hamilton, ON	Ring 49 (The Doug Henning Magic Wand Club)	- London Ring Exchange
Hamilton / Burlington, ON	Hamilton Burlington Magic Society	- N/A.
London, ON	Ring 265 (London Magician's Guild)	- Magician Foolers.
Kitchener, ON	Ring 235 (KW Magic Society)	- N/A.
Ottawa, ON	Ring 151 (Ottawa Society of Magicians)	- N/A.
Ottawa, ON	Ottawa / Gatineau magicians	- N/A
Toronto, ON	Ring 17 (Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club)	- Club social. - Chris Congreave lecture. - Mentalism pro-panel.

Please leave a comment to let us know about corrections or omissions.

 

 

 

 

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!

Read more and buy tickets.

 

 

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.

Read more and buy tickets.

 

 

 

More Canadian entries in the FISM Online Magic World Championship

We previously posted Chris Pilsworth's (#49) and Alex Boyer's (#73) entries in the FISM Online Magic World Championship.

 

They are still posting videos, but we're pleased to share with you the entries from: Chris Mayhew, Eric Leclerc, and Vitaly Beckman! 

Who have we missed?

Fore more information visit:
https://www.fismitaly2025.com/online-magic/

 

 

From the April 28th Instagram post by the Online Magic World Championship:

#90 Chris Mayhew -- "Glow Time"  

 

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Previously shared on Facebook April 28. 

 

 

From the April 28th Instagram post by the Online Magic World Championship:

#98 Eric Leclerc -- "A Magician’s mid-life Crisis"

 

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Previously shared on Facebook April 28. 

 

 

 

From the April 30th Instagram post by the Online Magic World Championship:

#124 Vitaly Beckman -- "The World is Your Canvas... Create Your Masterpiece"  

 

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Previously shared on Facebook April 30.

 

 

A reminder that Chris Ramsay and Ekaterina part of the the Online Magic jury for FISM 2025.

Listen to their interviews at the Online Magic World Championship Instagram account:

• Chris Ramsay part 1 and part 2
  
• Ekaterina 
  

 

 

 

 

UNO Reverse: Eric Leclerc interviews Jonah Babins on Discourse in Magic

Listen to the December 12th podcast "UNO REVERSE: Jonah Babins gets interviewed by Eric Leclerc" at Discourse in Magic.

 

From the December 29th Instagram post by Discourse in Magic:

I did an UNO REVERSE episode with @magic4yourbrain where he interviewed me. And it’s shaping up to be the most popular episode of the year.

We talked about performing, coaching, what magician need, podcast highlights, and he even pre interviewed my parents to learn about my upbringing and how this all came to be.

Probably the most popular episode of the year. Link in bio to hear it! 

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Eric Leclerc at the Blackpool Magic Convention [Feb 2025]

Tickets at Blackpool Magic Convention.  

From the November 10th Facebook post by Blackpool Magic Convention:

Eric Leclerc is a globe trotting comedy magician and dynamic emcee, performing feel-good magic for your brain. With a resume packed with over half a dozen of his own television shows, Eric is no stranger to the spotlight. As the host of TRICKED on Disney+ for three seasons and a regular on National Geographic's top-rated show Brain Games, he's captivated audiences worldwide with his unique blend of magic and humour.  

A two-time Canadian Magic Champion, Eric's original tricks and high-energy style have taken him around the world, from performing with T-PAIN during Reddit's LIVE Super Bowl event to wowing crowds at the iconic Rio Casino in Las Vegas. Most recently, he joined forces with his best friends to star in BIG TRICK ENERGY on TruTV and Netflix. He also fooled Penn & Teller on their hit CW show Fool Us, earning him international acclaim.  

Eric joins us at BMC 2025 for the very first time, where he will Lecture and also host Magic's Biggest Stage Competition, 'The One' on the Saturday night in The Opera House Theatre.
 

BOOK NOW:
www.blackpoolmagicconvention.com

 

 

 

 

Eric Leclerc at Kidvention 2025

From the August 8th Facebook post by Eric Leclerc:

INSTRUCTOR ANNOUNCEMENT FOR KAPITAL KIDVENTION 2025!
We are so happy to introduce Eric Leclerc as one of our esteemed magic instructors for Kapital Kidvention 2025! With over 30 years of experience in performing for children and family audiences, Eric brings unparalleled expertise and a wealth of knowledge to our event. Not only will he be teaching, BUT, he will also be our Saturday night performer!

LECTURE: MASTERING AUDIENCE MANAGEMENT FOR MAGICIANS
Eric will delve into essential techniques and strategies to handle different audience types, ensuring a smooth and engaging performance. Learn how to keep every spectator engaged, increase your chances of being re-booked, and build a loyal following. This lecture is invaluable for magicians looking to elevate their career and ensure every spectator knows how to act during a show.

WHY THIS LECTURE IS ESSENTIAL FOR MAGICIANS:

1. Ensuring Audience Engagement: Learn how to keep every spectator engaged, making your performance memorable.
2. Enhancing Re-Booking Potential: Discover secrets to leave a lasting impression, increasing your chances of being re-booked.
3. Professional Growth: Gain confidence and knowledge to handle any situation, enhancing your reputation.
4. Building a Loyal Following: Create a positive and lasting connection with your audience.

EXCITING PERFORMANCE: 45-MINUTE ADULT SHOW

Leave the kids at home for this unforgettable experience! Eric Leclerc will present his electrifying 45-minute stage show, the same set he tours with all over the world. Witness as caricatures come to life, objects disappear and reappear in impossible places, and much more. Prepare for a healthy dose of laughter for your soul and mind-bending magic for your brain. Discover why this 2-time Canadian Magic Champion has starred in EIGHT of his own television shows!

Don’t miss this chance to see Eric Leclerc’s world-class magic in action—guaranteed to leave you amazed and entertained!

Join Eric Leclerc at Kapital Kidvention 2025 for an incredible learning experience and an unforgettable magic performance!

 

 

 

 

 

ICYMI: Eric Leclerc is Faces Magazine's 2024 Comedian of the Year

Congratulations Eric!

 

From the June 17th Instagram post by Eric Leclerc:

This baby just came in the mail!!! I feel honoured and appreciative to have won Faces Magazine’s comedian of the year 2024. As magicians, we always get a bad rap from comedians because of our use of props on stage. I always thought it was such a silly metric to judge one’s level of funniness. A laugh is a laugh is it not? Well who’s laughing now?! 🏆 Thanks to everyone who voted and has come to see my comedy magic show SMOKUS POCUS in the last 2 years. It’s because of you. Merci! 🔴

 

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Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto: SMOKUS POCUS with Eric Leclerc

Tickets at SmokusPocus.ca.

 

From the January 5th Instagram post by Eric Leclerc:

And we’re BACK after a year of sold out shows! Let’s replicate this again for 2024 babyyyy! If you’re in one of these cities and haven’t seen the show yet, I’m about to take it personal! See y’all on stage!

 

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Ottawa: Eric Leclerc in Samedi Magique [Dec 2]

From the November 6th Instagram post by Eric Leclerc:

Spectacles publique en FRANCAIS le 2 Décembre à Ottawa! Un pour les familles et un pour adultes. Faites vite les billets disparaissent vite! 🎩 🪄 🐇

 

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Eric Leclerc sur La France A Un Incroyable Talent

Bonne chance Eric!

 

From the October 25th upload at the Eric Leclerc YouTube channel (translated via Google Translate):

I traveled to Paris to appear on the show LA FRANCE A UN INCROYABLE TALENT! What do you think of my number?!

Follow me on Instagram @magic4yourbrain

Eric Leclerc has been practicing his magic since the age of nine. He is often seen on television on shows like Brain Games on Netflix BIG TRICK ENERGY on TruTV and TRICKED on Disney+. Eric is a Guinness World Record holder and also the only magician to have won the title of Canadian Magic Champion twice.

 

 

 

 

 

Ottawa: Eric Leclerc's Magic & Humour [July 8]

Tickets at Eventbrite. 

From the June 6th Instagram post by Eric Leclerc:

Le 8 Juillet j’offre FINALEMENT un spectacle pour adulte FRANCOPHONE À Ottawa! Billets disponibles dans ma bio! Venez me voir LIVE!

 

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Eric Leclerc Hangs Out With The Magic Guys

From the April 25th Facebook post by The Magic Guys:

Eric Leclerc Hangs Out With The Magic Guys LIVE! EP73

Eric Leclerc is the Magician you wish you had at your event.
He fooled Penn & Teller by the seat of his pants! He's featured on TV across Netflix, TRUtv & National Geographic. Not to mention his Youtube has over 10 Million views around the world where he completed the legendary 365 Magic Challenge!

The Podcast where Professional Magicians, Josh Norbido, Doug Conn & Jason Maher take on the important questions of life (Mainly from our youtube subscribers) and deliver answers from a Magicians point of view. Come hang out with us while we chat about our lives as Magicians and the ups and downs that go with it.

 

 

 

Winner of the 2022 Salut Lightning Award

From the April 8th Instagram post by Contact Ontariois (translated by Google):

Réseau Ontario awards several prizes each year to Contact ontarois participants to recognize their artistic work. This year, we are proud to present the winner of the Salut Lightning Award!

Congratulations: Eric Leclerc @magic4yourbrain 

 

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