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Therefore, without further adieu, we'd like to share more wonderful names with you. These artists will appear at this year's Bash. In no particular order, it's our pleasure to announce:
Additionally...
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Showing posts with label Michael Close. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Michael Close. Show all posts
20 January 2016
Toronto: Browser's Bash announces more names!
From the Browser's Den of Magic Facebook page:
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Dick Joiner,
Gordon Precious,
Greg Frewin,
Jason Palter,
Michael Close
03 August 2015
Review: Michael Close reviews "The Experts"
Read Michael Close's thoughts on "The Experts" from the July issue of MUM Magazine.
From Sharing Wonder:
Mark Twain said a classic is a book that people praise and don’t read, a definition that certainly applies to The Expert at the Card Table by S.W. Erdnase. Dai Vernon was the primary champion of the book; his approach to card handling, shaped by Erdnase’s philosophy and techniques, astonished everyone. Vernon shared his insights to the members of the New York inner circle, and years later even offered personal lessons on the techniques (a project abandoned because of too few interested parties). Charlie Miller and Ross Bertram (in Canada) were also exponents of Erdnase.
Read more.
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03 June 2015
Michael Close, Matt DiSero and Jason Palter at "Magic Tonight"
Confirm details by visiting Abracadabaret.com
Mississauga (Thurs): Michael Close and Matt DiSero
Toronto (Sun): Jason Palter
James Alan, over at Abracadaberet, has kindly offered the readers of Canada's Magic a coupon code for 50% off tickets to "Magic Tonight!" Use the coupon code cmagic when you buy your tickets for Magic Tonight to receive your discount*.
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Mississauga (Thurs): Michael Close and Matt DiSero
Toronto (Sun): Jason Palter
James Alan, over at Abracadaberet, has kindly offered the readers of Canada's Magic a coupon code for 50% off tickets to "Magic Tonight!" Use the coupon code cmagic when you buy your tickets for Magic Tonight to receive your discount*.
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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
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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.
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Michael Close
19 December 2014
Report: Michael Close lecture
From Perfect Magic's Facebook page:
A reminder that Mike Close will be performing at (20% discount at Magic Tonight with coupon code cmagic):
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A reminder that Mike Close will be performing at (20% discount at Magic Tonight with coupon code cmagic):
A special Magic Tonight Fundraiser for the Centre for Inquiry Canada Dec 21 http://t.co/7VrwhfUUbl
— James Alan (@james_alan) December 4, 2014
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Phil Matlin
15 December 2014
Toronto: Michael Close and David Peck at "Magic Tonight"
From Reality Based Magic:
In just over two weeks, on Magic Tonight, we’ll be hosting a special fundraisers for the Centre for Inquiry (www.cficanada.ca). All proceeds from the show will go to support CFI Canada. I’ll be performing on the show along with special guest, Michael Close. After the show we’ll be doing a live taping of David Peck’s Face2Face Podcast where we’ll be discussing the role of magic on a modern secular society.
Read more and buy tickets.
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30 November 2014
Rounding the Ontario rings in December
Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.
Hamilton, ON | Ring 49 (The Doug Henning Magic Wand Club) | - n/a |
London, ON | Ring 265 (London Magician's Guild) | - n/a |
Kitchener, ON | Ring 235 (The Caesar Hat & Wand Magic Circle) | - Christmas Dinner. |
Ottawa, ON | Ring 151 (Ottawa Society of Magicians) | - Michael Close lecture - Christmas Party Pot-luck dinner |
Ottawa, ON | Ottawa / Gatineau magicians | - n/a |
Toronto, ON | Ring 17 (Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club) | - David Regal workshop - David Regal lecture |
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.
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David Regal,
Michael Close
29 November 2014
Montreal: Michael Close and Kainoa Harbottle
From Montreal Magic Jam:
We are excited to announce that we have two amazing magicians coming to Montreal in December. Michael Close, author of the Workers series and one of the top close-up magicians in the world, will be presenting both classic and brand new material in his Dec 10 lecture. The next week, Kainoa Harbottle, one of the most skilled and innovative coin magicians around, will present both a lecture and a workshop. As a thank you for making this an incredible year for the Montreal Magic Jam, we have an ealry Christmas present for you. While individual tickets will be available at the usual price, we’re offering the following specials:
Read more and buy tickets.
[via Magic Information Canada]
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09 November 2014
Coupon code for 20% off Magic Tonight
James Alan, over at Abracadaberet, has kindly offered the readers of Canada's Magic a coupon code for 20% off tickets to Magic Tonight!
Use the coupon code cmagic when you buy your tickets for Magic Tonight to receive your discount.
Tonight's special guests are Matt DiSero and Michael Close. Upcoming guests include Glenn Ottaway, Jason Palter, Bill Abbott, Paul Pacific, Chris Mayhew and more!
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25 September 2014
Michael Close on Channel 8
From Michael Close's Twitter feed:
Check out this video clip from 1997. Absolutely no stooging. http://t.co/mU5culpSnU
— Michael Close (@MikeCloseMagic) September 10, 2014
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Michael Close
20 April 2013
Michael Close at Michigan Magic Day
Today is Michigan Magic Day! Michael Close, now from Canada, will be lecturing!
From Michigan Magic Day:
From Michigan Magic Day:
****NEWS FLASH-THIS JUST IN**** Also attending will be: LEE ASHER, BEN TRAIN and CHRIS MAYHEW!!! They will be there to hang out, share what they know and learn what you may know. So if you need pointers on a move/trick you’re in luck! I know Lee would love to see your “Asher Twist”.
Read more.
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