Browser's Bash: Getting to know Peter Mennie

  

On March 9th we let you know that tickets went on sale for the 2024 Browser's Bash!

We are pleased to have the opportunity to do short interviews with some of this year's performers.  Kicking off the series is Peter Mennie!
 

You may already know that Peter:

• Is an active member of the London Magician's Guild (IBM Ring 265) and he is on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Association of Magicians.
  

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

 

Who inspires you that is not a magician?
 
My high school drama teacher.

 

What is your first memory of magic? 

I was 6 or 7 and I saw a magician perform at my Cub Scout Father & Son evening.
 

Who from the magic community inspires you?

Anyone who has been able to achieve their definition of success in this business of show.
 

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

I started getting serious about magic at the same time as Doug Henning became famous. After seeing The Magic Show on Broadway, my fate was solidified. Of course, Browser's and Morrissey's did a lot to inspire me as well.

Peter Mennie -- That Magic Guy

Did you ever get discouraged and think about quitting magic?  
 
There is always another audience. There is always another opportunity. So no, not enough to quit.

Do you have any tour or pre-show rituals you’d be willing to share with our readers?
 

Not really, although I’m so OCD that the show is set up in my case before I leave for the gig and I have back-ups for my back-ups. My portion of the Bash show has been setup. ready to go since April.

 

What are you most looking forward to about participating in the 2024 Browser's Bash?
 

The opportunity to work alongside career-long friends.

 

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

There are lots of things I’d like to share with your readers, but they’ll have to ask. Just be prepared that you might not like the answer!

 

 

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

Learn more about Peter at his website PeterMennie.ca 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!

 

 

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London: OEV Palace of Wonders [Mar 22 & Apr 19]

From the Palace Theatre website:

Presented by the Old East Village BIA, Palace Theatre Arts Commons and The London Magicians’ Guild
OEV PALACE OF WONDERS!
The London Magicians’ Guild 2024 Spring Cabaret Series

Experience three mesmerizing shows of adult-contemporary magic at our OEV PALACE OF WONDERS events! Each salon will feature a different lineup of talented local performers from the London Magicians’ Guild, resulting in a captivating blend of unique styles and mind-bending illusions. No two shows will be alike!


Prepare to be astounded as both professional magicians, and highly-skilled magic enthusiasts, showcase their awe-inspiring tricks and illusions, taking you on a wondrous journey into the realm of sophisticated, adult-contemporary magic.

Three evenings of wonder and enchantment that will leave you spellbound! Our first two performance dates will be close-up and personal, in the intimate surroundings of Procunier Hall, with our larger finale, “Le Grand Spectacle”, taking place on the Palace Main Stage, wrapped in the nostalgic surroundings of our period 1923 movie house.

Don't miss out on the extraordinary, OEV PALACE OF WONDERS! 

Presented by the Old East Village BIA, The Palace Theatre Arts Commons, and The London Magicians’ Guild.
 
Feb 16, 2024
FEATURING: STEVE OZ, ANDREW OLMSTEAD, LEONARDO MARTINS, KEITH O’BRIEN

Mar 22, 2024
FEATURING: ANDREW OLMSTEAD, MARK THE REMARKABLE, CAPTAIN CORBIN, RYAN JOYCE, PETER MENNIE: THAT MAGIC GUY

April 19, 2024
FEATURING: AMAZING CORBIN, SCOTT THE MAGICAL GUY, DAD MAGIC, MARK STRANGE, BYRON BERRY

Read more and buy tickets.

From the January 24th Facebook post by Scott Hood:

Looking forward to performing on this bill with such talented magicians.

 

 

 

 

 

London: OEV Palace of Wonders [Feb 16, Mar 22, and Apr 19]

From the Palace Theatre website:

Presented by the Old East Village BIA, Palace Theatre Arts Commons and The London Magicians’ Guild
OEV PALACE OF WONDERS!
The London Magicians’ Guild 2024 Spring Cabaret Series

Experience three mesmerizing shows of adult-contemporary magic at our OEV PALACE OF WONDERS events! Each salon will feature a different lineup of talented local performers from the London Magicians’ Guild, resulting in a captivating blend of unique styles and mind-bending illusions. No two shows will be alike!


Prepare to be astounded as both professional magicians, and highly-skilled magic enthusiasts, showcase their awe-inspiring tricks and illusions, taking you on a wondrous journey into the realm of sophisticated, adult-contemporary magic.

Three evenings of wonder and enchantment that will leave you spellbound! Our first two performance dates will be close-up and personal, in the intimate surroundings of Procunier Hall, with our larger finale, “Le Grand Spectacle”, taking place on the Palace Main Stage, wrapped in the nostalgic surroundings of our period 1923 movie house.

Don't miss out on the extraordinary, OEV PALACE OF WONDERS! 

Presented by the Old East Village BIA, The Palace Theatre Arts Commons, and The London Magicians’ Guild.
 
Feb 16, 2024
FEATURING: STEVE OZ, ANDREW OLMSTEAD, LEONARDO MARTINS, KEITH O’BRIEN

Mar 22, 2024
FEATURING: ANDREW OLMSTEAD, MARK THE REMARKABLE, CAPTAIN CORBIN, RYAN JOYCE, PETER MENNIE: THAT MAGIC GUY

April 19, 2024
FEATURING: AMAZING CORBIN, SCOTT THE MAGICAL GUY, DAD MAGIC, MARK STRANGE, BYRON BERRY

Read more and buy tickets.

From the January 24th Facebook post by Scott Hood:

Looking forward to performing on this bill with such talented magicians.

 

 

 

 

 

Bracebridge: Peter Mennie at Dine & Delight [Dec 29 - 30]

From Santa's Village:

2023 Dine & Delight

We welcome you to join us for our FIRST EVER Fusion of Food, Magic and Comedy at Santa’s Village. Bring the family and help us Ring in the New Year with Canada's Clean Comedy Magician, Peter Mennie!

Read more and buy tickets.

 From the December 9th Instagram post by Santa's Village:

 🎄🌟 Dine & Delight at Santa's Village! 🍽️🎭 Ready for a magical night out on December 29th & 30th? Join us for a fusion of delicious dining, magic, and comedy that will leave you enchanted and rolling with laughter! Plus, enjoy exclusive access to the carousel and train rides (weather permitting)! 🎠🚂

Don't miss this unforgettable holiday-time experience - perfect for all ages! 🎫✨ #DineDelightSantasVillage #HolidayMagic #SantasVillageFun

For more information check our website: santasvillage.ca or email information@santasvillage.ca

See you there for some festive fun! 🎅🤶❄️

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Doug Hunt: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Fourth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Doug Hunt!

Doug Hunt: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

 

Doug had two people submit his name!

In spite of the personal and professional challenges Doug Hunt has endured through the nearly 40 years I have had the privilege of calling him my friend, I have never seen him without a desire to give back from his heart. He will tell you that he may not be the most talented magician you know, but I'm here to tell you that he is the most HUMAN magician you will ever meet.

Submitted by Peter Mennie

At age 67, Doug Hunt walked 16 steps at 55 ft high in the air, breaking a Guinness World Record. While most might break a record for their own ego; Doug does these amazing stunts to put a spotlight on his local community and raising awareness for local charities. Doug shows how we as entertainers can take our gift and make an incredible impact.

Submitted by Graeme Reed

 

ICYMI, have a read of Graeme's guest post about Doug's recent Guinness World Record breaking stilt walk!

 

Congratulations Doug!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Doug, visit his website at DougTheGreat.com and follow him on Facebook, and Instagram.  

 

Thank you Peter and Graeme, for your excellent submissions!

To learn more about Peter Mennie visit his website at PeterMennie.ca and follow him on Facebook, and Instagram.

To learn more about Graeme Reed visit his website at GraemeReedMagic.com and follow him on Facebook, and Instagram.

2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Paul Romhany
  Alexandra 
 Derrick Chung
 Doug Hunt
 

 

Parry Sound: Canadian Masters of Magic [Dec 16]

A reminder of previously mentioned Canadian Masters of Magic shows:

• Dec 12 - Hamilton
• Dec 13 - Peterborough
• Dec 14 - Coburg
   

 

From the Facebook event page:

Get ready to be amazed by the Canadian Masters of Magic, produced by the Ontario OWOW Magic Festival. This incredible show features the best of the best in Canadian magic, including magicians who have wowed audiences and judges on popular shows like Penn & Teller's Fool Us and Canada's Got Talent.

Be prepared to have your mind blown as these masters of magic perform unbelievable illusions and impressive feats of mentalism and sleight of hand. Don't miss this evening of magic and mystery that will captivate your imagination and leave you in awe.

Canadian Masters of Magic - where the extraordinary is the ordinary!
Saturday, December 16, 2023
2:00 PM Doors open at 1:30 PM
Charles W. Stockey Centre For The Performing Arts

 

 

Belleville: Peter Mennie's House Party! [Oct 22]

From the September 25th Instagram post by Peter Mennie:

Hey Belleville, I'm coming your way!

OCTOBER 22 @ 12:00 (yes, that's brunchtime)

The Smokin 116 Bistro
Tickets @ 613-902-5001

....and yes, your kids will LOVE it too!

 

 

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Big news from CAM

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

 

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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

 

 

 

 

ICYMI: Adding and Controlling Music in Your Magic Shows over at the CAM blog

From the CAM blog post "Magician's Guide to Adding and Controlling Music in Your Magic Shows":

Our special guest is Peter Mennie, a true veteran of the magic scene with over 45 years of spellbinding performance experience. We are thrilled to have him share his invaluable insights and expertise in enhancing magic shows with the power of music and sound.

In this interview, Peter answers a series of thought-provoking questions that will guide you through seamlessly integrating music and sound effects into your magic show, shedding light on the importance of these elements in creating an unforgettable audience experience.

From the evolution of technology in magic to the future of performances, this interview is a treasure trove of information for seasoned and aspiring magicians. 

Read more and watch video.

 

 

 

 

 

Kanata: Mind Games with Peter Mennie [Apr 13]

From the March 28th Instagram post by Peter Mennie:

It's coming up soon. Date night in Ottawa!

 

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Meaford, Elgin, Richmond Hill, Aurora, and Georgina: Peter Mennie [Mar 13, 14, 15, & 17]

From the February 9th Instagram post by Peter Mennie:

I'll be going through some stages during March Break!

@aurorapubliclibrary
@meafordhall
@librelgincounty
@jokers905club
@georginalibrary

Contact each venue for tickets.

 

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It been a long time since I've done a public family show in the GTA!https://t.co/czszcfeYGA

— Peter Mennie (@petermennie) February 7, 2023

 

 

London: Peter Mennie's Mind Games [Feb 17]

From the January 12th Instagram post by Peter Mennie:

🪄Looking for a night of FUN! ✨

Come join us Feb 17th for dinner, drinks and deception!

 

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Niagara Falls: Peter Mennie at the Winter Festival of Lights [Jan 20]

From the December 27th Instagram post by Peter Mennie:

 

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London: Peter Mennie and the Palace of Mystery [Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5]

From the September 6th Instagram post by Peter Mennie:

WE'RE BACK! ALL NEW!! ALL IMPROVED!!! (well, 75% have improved)

The PALACE of MYSTERY
Perfect Parlour Prestidigitation at The Palace Theatre, London, ON
 

 

 

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Toronto: The Amazing Corbin and Peter Mennie [June 18]

You can also catch Peter Mennie at the Kids' Fest in Sarnia on Saturday June 11th.

 

From the June 6th Instagram post by The Amazing Corbin:

A very special presentation in Toronto. Get your tickets today!

 

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