Showing posts with label Ian Stewart. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ian Stewart. Show all posts

20 November 2024

Halifax: The Actual Wizard’s Mystery Parlour [Nov 30]

With Vincenzo Ravina and Ian Stewart!

 

From the November 18th Instagram post by Vincenczo Ravina:

The Actual Wizard’s Mystery Parlour opens on Nov. 30 at the Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts at 7:30 pm with special guests @ianstewartandstuff, world record magician and juggler, and @theunderstudieshfx, award-winning improv trio! Advance tickets are 20% off at ActualWizard.ca! 

 

 

 

 

21 June 2024

Browser's Bash: Getting to know Ian Stewart

Browser's Bash logo  

Will you be at the 2024 Browser's Bash on Saturday, July 13, 2024?


We are pleased to have the opportunity to do short interviews with some of this year's performers.  Next in the series is Ian Stewart!
 

You may already know that Ian:



We're delighted that Ian made time to answer our questions ahead of this year's Bash!

 

Who inspires you that is not a magician?
 
Bella, my dog.  She is happy no matter what.  I think we should all try and be like that.  You didn't say a person....
 
What is your first memory of magic? 

When I was 3 years old a magician came to my play school.  I still remember the paper coils coming out of his mouth.  We all grabbed a piece of it.  He also actually pulled a rabbit out of a hat.  I think that may be the only time I ever actually saw that trick done.
 
 


Who from the magic community inspires you?

So Many people.  But currently Jeff McBride is the person I'm looking up to the most.  His abilities in so many areas of magic, as well as his ability to teach it to others is mind blowing!

 

Was there anyone or anything instrumental to you becoming a magician?

No,  Not really.  I grew up in Nova Scotia.  We had very little in the way of magic.  But, my grandfather lived next door to this John Talbot guy who did magic.  He was kind enough to share information and loansome books.  This kick started me getting more seriously into magic.



Ian Stewart

Ian Stewart


Did you ever get discouraged and think about quitting magic?  
 
I never did.  For many years I concentrated on my juggling and hypnosis shows.  But I never actually quit magic.  It's always been a huge part of my life.

Do you have any tour or pre-show rituals you’d be willing to share with our readers?
 
I actually don't think I have any.  I do like putting a cheque into the bank machine after a show!



 
What are you most looking forward to about participating in the 2024 Browser's Bash?
 
I'm unknown to most magicians.  I've been hidden away on the East Coast and as a full time single dad I've rarely had time to socialize with magicians from outside of the East Coast.  Now that my boy his a bit older and I can travel again, I'm excited to meet more magicians!

 

 

Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
 

I'm excited to see everyone!

 

 

Thank you Ian for making the time to answer our questions!  We look forward to seeing you at this year's Bash!


Learn more about Ian Stewart at his website IanStewart.info and follow him on Facebook and Instagram

 

Visit the Browser's Den of Magic website to buy your ticket and learn more about this year's Bash!  See you on Saturday, July 13, 2024!



 
 
 

 

 

26 February 2024

Fredericton: Ian Stewart [Mar 23]

Tickets at the Fredericton Playhouse.

 

From the February 1st Facebook post by Sin City Illusions:

Join us at The Fredericton Playhouse for an incredible evening of magic and illusions with Ian Stewart, the World Record Magician!

Ian Stewart is a standout in the world of magic for his unique blend of flashy magic, mind-blowing mentalism, and non-stop comedy.   

Not only that, but he also currently holds the world record as the world's fastest magician. His show is a combination of jaw-dropping stunts, incredible illusions, dangerous juggling, and a whole lot of fun!
Get your tickets now for the best seat selection!



 

20 December 2023

2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase summary

This concludes the 2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase

We hope you enjoyed reading about many of the talented magicians across the country.

A huge shout out to everyone who trusted us enough to submit names and supporting text last month, even though you didn't know exactly how it was going to be used.  

We couldn't have done this without the help of:


Thank you for the work involved in sending us your submission.

 



Congratulations again to everyone featured.  Keep up the great work!






15 December 2023

Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Twelfth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Ian Stewart!

Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 



Ian has been contributing the the Halifax Magic Club for over 25 years. He links our small community to the wider world of magic because he is a professional performing at the international level. But despite all his very real street cred he is a humble, knowledgeable artistic goofball happy to sit with magicians of every stripe and share what he knows and learn from everyone.

Submitted by Bill Wood

 

 

You may recall that earlier this year Ian claimed the Guinness World Record for Most Magic Tricks Performed in a Minute.


Congratulations Ian!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Ian Stewart visit his website at IanAmazing.com and follow him on Facebook.


 

Thank you Bill, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Bill Wood follow him on Facebook.








04 November 2023

Ian Stewart: Guinness World Record (most magic tricks performed in one minute)

Congratulations Ian!

ICYMI, Ian also holds Guinness World Records for:

  • Greatest distance travelled whilst juggling three chainsaws - 2017
  • Farthest distance travelled while juggling a chainsaw and two balls - 2018
  • Most consecutive chainsaw juggling catches - 2019 
  • Most consecutive juggling catches (chainsaw and two balls) - 2020
  • Most consecutive juggling catches (chainsaw and 2 balls) on a balance board - 2021
  • Most consecutive juggling catches (3 mauls) - 2021
  • Most jellyfish fire extinguishes in one minute - 2021
  • and many more!
     

 

From the  November 3rd Instagram post by Jeff McBride:

GUINNESS WORLD RECORD!!
I am very proud of my student Ian Stewart, who is now the world record holder in the most magic effects performed in 1 minute … it was fun to help you with this project in and you inspire others with your ability to make your dreams. Come, true!

 

 

 

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This brings the number of Canadian World Record holding magicians to seventeen! 

  • Doug The Great:  Heaviest Stilts Mastered.  [Guinness World Record - 2002]
  • Scott Hammell:  Highest Suspension Straitjacket Escape. [Guinness World Record]
  • Lucas Wilson:  Fastest Suspension Straitjacket Escape. [Guinness World Record - 2011]
  • Carisa Hendrix:  Longest duration fire torch teething. [Guinness World Record - 2012]
  • Michael Francis:  Most one-handed coin rolls in a minute. [Guinness World Record - 2013], and The farthest distance to "walk the dog" with a yo-yo. [Guinness World Record - 2023]
  • Mark Correia:  Longest Amount of Time Wearing a Straitjacket. [World Record - 2014] 
  • The Sentimentalists:  (Chris Mysterion and Steffi Kay) Most items transferred from one mentalist to another.  [World Record - 2017] 
  • Gordon Precious:  Oldest heli-skier [World Record - 2019]
  • Big Trick Energy: (Led by Chris Ramsay, Eric Leclerc, Wes Barker, and Alex Boyer) The largest online video chain of people performing a magic trick.  [Guinness World Record - 2021]
  • Rod Chow:  Owner of the World's Narrowest Commercial Building  [Guinness World Record - 2021]
  • Aaron Matthews and Christoper Campbell: First Danger and Thrill Show performed within the Metaverse.  [Online World Record - 2021]
  • Anastasia SynnThe most technological implants in the body (female) is 52 and was achieved by Anastasia Synn [Guinness World Record - 2023]


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

19 August 2021

Charlottetown Busker Fest

August 27, 28 and 29, 2021.  Talent includes Billy Kidd, Ian Stewart, and Michael James.

 

From the August 6th article "New busker festival heading to Charlottetown" at Saltwire:

CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — Founders’ Food Hall & Market will be offering up more than grub and gifts as they launch their newest attraction – the Founders’ Food Hall & Market Busker Fest.

The festival will feature performances by internationally renowned buskers over three days at the end of August, said Charlottetown Harbour Authority Inc. officials in a news release.

Those performing include magician Billy Kidd, chainsaw juggling catch world-record holder Ian Stewart and Toronto Raptors drummers Rhythm Works, among other local and international talents.

Read more.

 

From the Founders' Food Hall and Market:

Join us for the Charlottetown Busker Fest August 27, 28 and 29, 2021!

 

 

06 August 2018

Ian Stewart on Penn & Teller: Fool Us


Did you know that Ian Stewart is a 6-time Guinness World Record holder?  [Including 2011: The most chainsaw juggling catches, and 2016: The most consecutive maul juggling catches.]

Watch Ian on Penn & Teller: Fool Us Monday evening.


From the August 2nd article "Truro area magician appearing on Penn & Teller: Fool Us" in the Truro News:
Details about his appearance are being kept secret until the show airs.

Stewart also takes part in unusual activities like juggling axes and chainsaws, and hold world records in both areas.

Read more.