James Randi speaks about Penn and Teller

Randi's comments on Penn's tribute to him .....

From the James Randi Educational Foundation:

I can’t tell you how proud I am of The Guys. If I had anything to do with their worldview or their stunning success, I will only say that without their personal integrity, and their adherence to the best principles of both show business and fair treatment of their audiences, they could not have received this very prestigious honor. They are among the leading voices for rationality in the world today, and I know they will continue speaking truth through the Bullshit — hey, that’s a good name for a show! They have never disappointed me, they have never let me down in any way — something I cannot say about all those persons to whom I have reached out — and I am confident not only of their continued success, but of their ability to delight me in all ways. My personal love and congratulations.

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Toronto: Dan Hauss and Brent Braun lectures

From Morrissey Magic:

Dan Hauss Lecture at Morrissey's Saturday May 4th 2013

Dan Hauss, the creator of Flow, Rattled, Lit and Sleeping Queen (just to name a few),has a wealth of unpublished underground magic to share with you!

His creative talents have been a secret source for many top magicians including David Blaine and Paul Harris. With many more exciting creations soon to be launched, Dan Hauss will let you into his world of magic. He will show you how to use magic in your everyday life to give you a social edge, meet people, and be the life of the party.

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Also from Morrissey Magic:

Brent Braun Lecture at Morrissey's Saturday May 18th 2013
A professional performer for over a decade, Brent Braun creates exceptionally visual magic that is both pure and entertaining. During his years as a magic dealer, he came to understand that many of the effects released into the market today are “pipe dreams”, and are deceptively advertised. Due to this realization, Brent has a firm commitment to only release products that he has tested and used in the real world, in “under fire” situations. Each detail in his effects has been thought out and worked out. Details such as angles, practicality, and impact have always driven Braun's creativity. Every mistake that could be made has been made, analyzed, and corrected. You can be assured that any effect by Brent Braun is thorough, proven, and powerful.
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Check out Morrissey's website for information on their Combo Lecture Pass.

Toronto: The Business of Auditioning

From the Tent Talk in the Lab Facebook page:

Wednesday, 10 April 2013

Tent Talk in the Lab - April edition!
THE BUSINESS OF AUDITIONING

You are the product.

But you are also the Marketing Director. And the Brand Advisor. And the Executive Director of your acting career. So how do you wear all these different hats when auditioning as a theatre artist? And how do you leave those other roles at the door when you walk into the audition room?

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[via: Deborah Fallick]

James Alan on Daytime Toronto

Daytime Toronto recently aired a segment with James Alan.  Watch James impress host Val Cole!

Calgary: Fun Camp

From Fun Camp Canada:

Welcome Friends, Clowns, Magicians, Balloon Twisters, Facepainters, Childrens' Ministry Workers, Family Entertainers, Storytellers and Family to the new blog of Fun Camp Canada!  We're so excited to be able to blog this year's information so that you can 'follow' the blog and keep up to date with all the latest in Camp Information!

To begin with, many of you have been inquiring about a few basics for Fun Camp this year....  Here are a few of your answers...

Camp is May 23 - 26, 2013(Thursday noon to Sunday noon).  Keep checking the "Schedule" page of this blog for the latest updates to exactly what's going on at camp this year.

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[via Randy Burtis]

Toronto: "Metamagic: An Introduction" book launch

From the "Metamagic: An Introduction Book Launch" Facebook page:

Metamagic: An Introduction Book Launch
Sunday, April 14th, 2013
The Cameron House (@ Queen and Spadina)

The evening is very informal. Come and have a drink and stay as long as you'd like. Maybe buy a book ($16.00 is the price). I will be putting the book live (via the powers of Bluetooth tethering) on the web at the party so that everybody around the world can join in the fun!
The Cover for the book is above and the Details for the book below:
The art of magic has reached a crisis point.

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Montreal: Magic workshop for children

From Montreal Families:

The Amazing Todsky is offering a four-week series of magic lessons that will teach participants how to do tricks with coins, playing cards, rope, paper and more.

There will be a session in April beginning on April 4 and continue to April 25. The May session starts on May 9 and continues to May 30.

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[via Perfect Magic]