From the April 5th Facebook post by the Canadian Association of Magicians:
The day after the eclipse, CAM is hosting our next Virtual Chapter on Tuesday, April 9, at 8:30 p.m. EST.
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We'll share CAM's big (it’s HUGE!) news, PLUS Paul Romhany will reveal the hot magic tricks from this year's Blackpool convention! ... two suitcases full ππ©πͺπ§³π§³
RSVP for free here https://www.cammagic.org/events
Congratulations on this honour Paul! Well deserved. Keep up the
great work!
From the January 22nd Facebook post by Paul Romhany:
It's OFFICIAL - I am totally overwhelmed that I have been awarded the 2024 AMA (Academy of Magical Arts) Literary and Media Fellowship. I'm still in shock to be honest. I will be in attendance at the awards ceremony to pick up this very prestigious honour in LA (Hollywood) --- I'm still waiting for them to call back and say they have made a mistake like the Oscars LOL. 2024 marks 13 years of VANISH - International Magic Magazine - what a way to celebrate.
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.
From The Clutch:
Step into a world where reality blurs and wonder and humor take center stage! Enchantments Unveiled invites you to witness an extraordinary magic show that defies the boundaries of imagination. This show is like no other in the world.
The first half features mind blowing magic and mind-reading blended with comedy, while the second half is a magical tribute to Charlie Chaplin. Imagine what it would look like if Chaplin did magic. Paul has spent a lifetime developing his act and is considered the best Chaplin impersonator in the world. He has blended comedy, music, and magic to create one of the most original, hilarious, and charming acts in the world.
From the December 14th Facebook post by Paul Romhany:
First up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Paul Romhany!
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Paul Romhany: Inspirational Canadian Magician. |
Submitted by Chris Yuill
We were fortunate to catch Paul's show and lecture in the spring and agree that he is an excellent entertainer.
Congratulations Paul! Keep up the great work!
To learn more about VANISH Magazine, visit VanishMagic.com.
To learn more about the Canadian Associations of Magicians and their
publication Northern Peeks, visit
CAMmagic.org.
Thank you Chris, for your excellent submission!
To learn more about Chris Yuill, visit
CYMagic.ca
and follow him on
Twitter,
Facebook,
and
Instagram.
From the September 27th Instagram post by the Canadian Association of Magicians:
This has been a busy month for magic in Canada!! Let's dive into the top 5 updates for the Canadian Association of Magicians in September 2023.
Here are 5 Important Updates for September 2023
- We say a heartfelt thank you to Renee-Claude Auclair as she steps down as CAM's President, and we reveal the new CAM board
- Pictures from this month's CAMaraderie Convention and Le Festival De Magie!
- Insightful interview with Doug Hunt about how magicians can earn media attention.
- Canadian Magic Club? We need to chat.
- PLUS, the magic question of the month
Visit: https://cammagic.org/post/sept-2023
Thank you to the past CAM board!
The 2023-2024 CAM Board of Directors:
PRESIDENT: RYAN JOYCE
SECRETARY: CHRIS YUILL
TREASURER: CONNIE BOYD
PAST PRESIDENT: Renee-Claude Auclair
BOARD MEMBERS: Mike Segal, Kent Wong, Paul Romhany, Mike Norden, Greg Frewin, Renee-Claude Auclair, Peter Mennie
Tickets at the Bell Performing Arts Centre.
From the August 31st Facebook post by Sin City Illusions:
Join us for an incredible evening of magic and illusions that is fun for all ages! We’re featuring Canada’s very best magicians, and you’re sure to love them! π¨π¦πͺ
Get your tickets now for the best seat selection.
⏰ 7.30 PM
π️ Sat. September 23, 2023
π Bell Performing Arts Centre
From the Royal and McPherson Theatres website:
September 22, 2023
Sin City Illusions - Magic and Mystery
Featuring Murray Hatfield and Paul Romhany
Join us for an incredible evening of magic and illusions that is fun for all ages! We're featuring two of Canada's very best magicians, and you're sure to love them! Get your tickets now for the best seat selection.
Your featured performers are:
Murray Hatfield: One of the most respected magicians in Canada, Murray was named Canada's Magician of the Year. He has performed on huge stages all over the world, on cruise ships, on CBC, and on the infamous Penn & Teller show. His show includes jaw-dropping illusions, incredible escapes, and a whole lot of fun!
Paul Romhany: A truly world-class magician, Paul has performed in over 120 countries for large theatres, luxury cruise ships, and Fortune 500 companies. He is a creator of magic, and is the editor of Vanish magazine, the world's largest magazine for magicians. His creativity and imagination will show you magic like you've never seen before.
Chaplin Magic: Considered the world's premiere Chaplin magic act, Paul Romhany transforms himself into Charlie Chaplin and performs one of the most entertaining and original magic act you'll ever see. It's like a silent movie coming to life, mixed in with a whole of of amazing magic!
See you there!
Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.
| Montreal, QC | Ring 62 (20th Century Ring) | - N/A. |
| Hamilton, ON | Ring 49 (The Doug Henning Magic Wand Club) | - N/A. |
| London, ON | Ring 265 (London Magician's Guild) | - And now for something completely different. |
| 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) | - Social meet-up. - Paul Romhany lecture. |
Purchase tickets at ShowClix.
From the February 7th Facebook post by Jokers Theatre and Comedy Club:
We are a big fan of magic, and are very excited about this show! Come check out Paul Romhany, doing a very rare public show in Ontario! Tickets are on sale now.
Thank you all for participating in the spirit in which the awards were
intended:
a fun way to recognize and celebrate all of the wonderful things being done by the fabulous talent in our country!
This was the tightest race in the history of these awards. For the first time, we have a tie for first place! Thank you to everyone who made the effort to vote. Every vote absolutely mattered!
Here are the results of our sixth annual "Readers' Choice Inspirational
Canadian Magician of the Year" award!
Editor's note:
- Visit the Kickstarter for The Hermit Magic Magazine.
- Learn about The Hermit Magic Magazine.
"I would like to nominate Jean Deshaies.
"A
few years back, after doing magic as a hobby for some years, I went to
attend a 2h course in magic, along with my daughter and a few other
people in QuΓ©bec City. The teacher was great, and made a strong
impression on me right from the start. He was patient, nice, skillful
& knowledgeable. But most of all, he showed a real passion for
magic. After the course, we chatted a little and I told him magic was a
fine hobby, but beside a select few, I thought no one could earn a
living doing that. I vividly remember him looking at me like I had 2
heads. He answered there were many ways and opportunities to make a
living in magic, if you really like it and put in the time and effort.
Afterward I gave that some serious thoughts, and not long after that, I
started doing magic professionally because of Jean's encouraging words
and attitude. Since then, whenever I needed clues about getting started
in different fields (strolling, table magic, zoom magic etc) he was
always willing to teach and help. I sometime sent him videos for him to
criticize or get his point of view.
"Furthermore, instead of
getting discouraged by the pandemic, Jean used the new medium of virtual
magic to great success, presenting zoom shows in schools all across
Canada.
Jean Deshaies is my mentor in magic and without his
inspiration, I certainly wouldn't be where I am today: still learning,
but happy to be a professional magician."
Editor's note:
- We have nothing to add to that excellent nomination!
Website: JeanDeshaies.com
Editor's note:
- We have nothing to add to that excellent nomination!
Website: ChrisGowen.ca
Paul Romhany
Nominated by Mike Norden who wrote:
"I nominate Paul Romhany!
"Paul is an amazing magician, and a wonderful human being.
"First - his Chaplin act is amazing. He’s toured the world with this act and that alone is justification for this award.
"Second
- he has produced dozens of books, tricks and routines for other
magicians! Some of the top names in magic use his methods or gimmicks
while they compete on shows like AGT or Fool Us!
"Third - He runs
Vanish Magazine! Have you read it? It was free for years and now cost a
few pennies lol - it’s filled with Canadians - half of the columnists
are local!!
"Fourth - He supports magic clubs, is on the board of
CAM, participates in conventions and lectures - and he is willing to
give his shirt off his back - genuinely - for someone in need. He’s the
real deal!
"He does so much for magic and does not seek the
spotlight - so let’s shine some light on him this year and vote for him
please!"
Editor's note:
- In addition to all of the above, Paul is also the booking agent for The Magical Mystery Show. (Details in the November special edition of VANISH Magic Magazine about an opportunity to work overseas with your own own 70 minute parlour style show!)
Chris Ramsay, Eric Leclerc, Wes Barker, and Alex Boyer (aka Big Trick Energy)
Editor's note:
- These newly minted "bad boys of magic" had quite the exciting year with the launch of their show "Big Trick Energy" (BTE) on truTV (and Netflix too).
- As part of the BTE excitement, they appeared on Ellen, earned a Guinness World Record, and most importantly, they did an interview for Canada's Magic.
- You may also be aware that Chris makes opportunities to give back to the magic community. For example, a BTE episode features Quincy Li (owner of Clownin' Around), he's offering sponsorships through his 1STdotshop brand, and two years ago he offered to buy strangers anything they wanted from Magie Spectram!
Websites: Chris-Ramsay.com, EricLeclerc.com, WesBarker.ca, AlexBoyer.com, TruTv.com/shows/big-trick-energy.
Gwyn Auger (aka The Magic Assistant)
Nominated by Anonymous who wrote:
"I'd
like to nominate Gwyn Auger, the Magic Assistant (@magicassistant on
Twitter and Instagram). Gwyn's petite frame can barely contain the
enthusiasm and passion she has for magic and the magic community. She is
great ambassador for magic locally in Calgary, in Canada and abroad."
Editor's note:
- Watch Gwyn's was recent interview with David Krychowski.
- Read Gwyn's marketing tips in The Hermit Magazine.
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Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed (aka Graemazing) (aka Magicians Talking Magic)
Nominated by Anonymous and the Merchant of Magic who wrote:
"for the inspirational Magicians Talking Magic podcast" and for being all around fabulous people!"
Editor's note:
- In 2021, Ryan and Graeme produced 50 Magicians Talking Magic podcasts, including their two year anniversary, topical topics such as returning to live shows, news coverage about FISM, and plethora of guests which included Joshua Jay, Shawn Farquhar, Greg Frewin Spidey, Boris Wild, Paul Royter, and Joe Diamond.
- Ryan and Graeme consistently demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism. We're lucky to have them as part of our community.
More information about The Magical Mystery Show mentioned here on November 25th.
From the December 21 posting "Hotel Magic LLC, Hawaii Firm, Launches Global Hotel Magic Program Starting in Oahu, Maui, USA and London, England" at Newswires:
As a result of the origins of their relationships, a portion of every ticket gross sale is donated to “worthy and well-qualified” charities. Currently a portion of each ticket sale goes to support The Maui Shrine Club, Aloha Shriners, and The Academy of Magical Arts (The famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California. Parties with charity needs in Hawaii and London should reach out via the contact form at the website www.Hotel-Magic.com and make a suggestion.
Chief Operating Officer is Marty Alexander. VP of Hotel Operations is Brian Lynx. Chief Financial Officer is Timothy Jaworski. Production and Design hail from London England and is managed by Ruth O’Keefe, a higher degree holder of the British Institute of Interior Design. Our talent agency is currently located in British Columbia, Canada, and our Exclusive Agent is Paul Romhany. Chief Technology Officer handling surveillance and security is Nirvana Jet Dillingham, owner of Maui Alarm Services. Senior Venue Producer is Jerry Eiting providing more than three decades of theatrical and production experience.The first contracted performers include superstars Nathan Coe Marsh, Shoot Ogawa (from Japan), TC Tahoe, and Hawaiian Curtis Kam. Professional magicians with world-class credentials not already signed to this project should reach out provided they have at least 10 years of cruise line work and have appeared as a resident magician at the Magic Castle at least 10 weeks -- or have won America's Got Talent, appeared on Masters of Illusion, or have won Penn & Teller: Fool Us.
Nominations are closed and voting is now open for the sixth annual 2021 "Readers' Choice Inspirational Canadian Magician of the Year" award!
Take a moment to acknowledge that this has been another extraordinary year. Many of you embraced new skills and a new performing landscape. Some of you took on work outside of performing. Some of you continue to struggle with the day-to-day. No matter your situation, give yourself a pat on the back. You've made it this far. To paraphrase Tom Brady, you didn't come this far to only come this far. You've got this!
(Also, wear your mask and get vaccinated. --Mom)
Congratulations to everyone for inspiring someone(s) enough for them to submit your name! (I'm always tempted at this point, to declare all of the nominees as winners and not bother with the voting part. However, a vote was promised and a vote there shall be.)
Voting will close on Thursday, December the 23rd at 11:59pm EST. Votes submitted after this time will not be counted. One vote per person.
To vote, scroll down to the bottom of this post and participate in the poll. (Click through the Google Forms link if the poll does not appear in your browser.)
Let's have a look at the nominees (listed in alphabetical order by surname):
Editor's note:
- Watch Gwyn's was recent interview with David Krychowski.
- Read Gwyn's marketing tips in The Hermit Magazine.
Website: Magician.org/member/magicassistant.
Editor's note:
- Visit the Kickstarter for The Hermit Magic Magazine.
- Learn about The Hermit Magic Magazine.
Website: HermitMagic.com
Jean Deshaies
Nominated by Magicien MΓ©phisto who wrote:
"I would like to nominate Jean Deshaies.
"A few years back, after doing magic as a hobby for some years, I went to attend a 2h course in magic, along with my daughter and a few other people in QuΓ©bec City. The teacher was great, and made a strong impression on me right from the start. He was patient, nice, skillful & knowledgeable. But most of all, he showed a real passion for magic. After the course, we chatted a little and I told him magic was a fine hobby, but beside a select few, I thought no one could earn a living doing that. I vividly remember him looking at me like I had 2 heads. He answered there were many ways and opportunities to make a living in magic, if you really like it and put in the time and effort. Afterward I gave that some serious thoughts, and not long after that, I started doing magic professionally because of Jean's encouraging words and attitude. Since then, whenever I needed clues about getting started in different fields (strolling, table magic, zoom magic etc) he was always willing to teach and help. I sometime sent him videos for him to criticize or get his point of view.
"Furthermore, instead of getting discouraged by the pandemic, Jean used the new medium of virtual magic to great success, presenting zoom shows in schools all across Canada.
Jean Deshaies is my mentor in magic and without his inspiration, I certainly wouldn't be where I am today: still learning, but happy to be a professional magician."
Editor's note:
- We have nothing to add to that excellent nomination!
Website: JeanDeshaies.com
Editor's note:
- We have nothing to add to that excellent nomination!
Website: ChrisGowen.ca
Ryan Joyce and Graeme Reed (aka Graemazing) (aka Magicians Talking Magic)
Nominated by Anonymous and the Merchant of Magic who wrote:
"for the inspirational Magicians Talking Magic podcast" and for being all around fabulous people!"
Editor's note:
- In 2021, Ryan and Graeme produced 50 Magicians Talking Magic podcasts, including their two year anniversary, topical topics such as returning to live shows, news coverage about FISM, and plethora of guests which included Joshua Jay, Shawn Farquhar, Greg Frewin Spidey, Boris Wild, Paul Royter, and Joe Diamond.
- Ryan and Graeme consistently demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism. We're lucky to have them as part of our community.
Editor's note:
- These newly minted "bad boys of magic" had quite the exciting year with the launch of their show "Big Trick Energy" (BTE) on truTV (and Netflix too).
- As part of the BTE excitement, they appeared on Ellen, earned a Guinness World Record, and most importantly, they did an interview for Canada's Magic.
- You may also be aware that Chris makes opportunities to give back to the magic community. For example, a BTE episode features Quincy Li (owner of Clownin' Around), he's offering sponsorships through his 1STdotshop brand, and two years ago he offered to buy strangers anything they wanted from Magie Spectram!
Paul Romhany
Nominated by Mike Norden who wrote:
"I nominate Paul Romhany!
"Paul is an amazing magician, and a wonderful human being.
"First - his Chaplin act is amazing. He’s toured the world with this act and that alone is justification for this award.
"Second
- he has produced dozens of books, tricks and routines for other
magicians! Some of the top names in magic use his methods or gimmicks
while they compete on shows like AGT or Fool Us!
"Third - He runs
Vanish Magazine! Have you read it? It was free for years and now cost a
few pennies lol - it’s filled with Canadians - half of the columnists
are local!!
"Fourth - He supports magic clubs, is on the board of
CAM, participates in conventions and lectures - and he is willing to
give his shirt off his back - genuinely - for someone in need. He’s the
real deal!
"He does so much for magic and does not seek the
spotlight - so let’s shine some light on him this year and vote for him
please!"
Editor's note:
- In addition to all of the above, Paul is also the booking agent for The Magical Mystery Show. (Details in the November special edition of VANISH Magic Magazine about an opportunity to work overseas with your own own 70 minute parlour style show!)
Websites: ChaplinMagic.com and VanishMagic.com
Vote now!
Read the special edition of VANISH Magic Magazine to learn more about an opportunity to work overseas with your own own 70 minute parlour style show! (And I've heard the Booking Agent is super nice!)
From the November 24th Facebook post by Paul Romhany:
From the November 1st Facebook post by Paul Romhany:
From the June 15th upload on Craig Petty's Magic TV YouTube channel:
Paul Talks Vanish Magazine, Charlie Chaplin, Cruise Ships and More | Talk Magic #67
August 11
The Saskatoon Firefighters present The Annual Magic Show In Support of The Burn Fund.
From the June 9th Facebook post by Chris Westfall:
On October 22nd, the new CAM President, RenΓ©e-Claude Auclair, and the new board of the Canadian Association of Magicians had their first official public meeting!
CAM's new President, RenΓ©e-Claude Auclair, sharing the mission statement of @cammagicorg . pic.twitter.com/ylh449sjFA
— Canada's Magic (@canadasmagic) October 23, 2020
The board members were energetic and passionate about their goal to make "CAM 2.0" an engaging organization for magicians nationally and internationally. The board consists of:
Big plans announced to make this organization even more fantastic!@cammagicorg pic.twitter.com/dh5oAxnn4O
— Canada's Magic (@canadasmagic) October 22, 2020
They've completely redone their website (and created a spiffy new logo) over at CAMmagic.org
Brand new @cammagicorg website launching soon!
— Canada's Magic (@canadasmagic) October 23, 2020
Looks great @ryanjoycemagic ! pic.twitter.com/RxWemfUfdW
Also announced is a contest where CAM members as of November 30th, will be entered in a draw for a chance to win a registration for Quebec FISM 2022, spending money, and tickets to the Greg Frewin Theatre!
.@GregFrewinMagic just announced fabulous prizes to be won just by being a member of @cammagicorg! pic.twitter.com/taMZ0DIVdq
— Canada's Magic (@canadasmagic) October 22, 2020
Register at CAMmagic.org today!
(Existing members start the process here: https://www.cammagic.org/welcome-back)
Great turnout from across the country to the @cammagicorg meeting! pic.twitter.com/EZFpGOW0os
— Canada's Magic (@canadasmagic) October 23, 2020
Murray Hatfield & Teresa will be doing an online version of the Shriners Variety Show on Saturday June 13th at 7:00pm Pacific Time. They are joined by special guests Paul Romhany and Jason Verners. Just go to www.livemagicshow.ca and join the fun. It's open to all.
We organized a three-day magicians convention, produced a four-day festival featuring five stage shows, two parlour shows, and first-ever Livestream Magic Special during the seven days.
The OWOW Festival scheduled magicians performing table-to-table at local restaurants, secret sessions for magicians, world-class gala magic shows at the Fergus Grand Theatre and exclusive private events around town.
This year we featured twelve internationally acclaimed magicians, Stephen Bargatze, Michael Close, Greg Frewin, Carisa Hendrix, Rick Merrill, Paul Romhany, Jay Sankey, Nicholas Wallace, Owen Anderson, Ryan Joyce, Cody Moynihan, Peter Mennie, Graemazing Reed and Ed Stone.
Read more.
