Top 5 posts in October 2014

As we close out another month at Canada's Magic, let's have a look at the the most viewed posts:

5. Toronto: The Uncertainty Project by James Alan - That surprised me.

4. Goodbye to Morrissey Magic -- the end of an era in Toronto - Over a year later and I still can't believe it's true.

3. The importance of magic shops - Glad this one's getting views.

2. Toronto: The Ghost Experience with Jamie Stam - Would anyone like to guest report on this experience?

and the most viewed post this month  ...

1. Who's where October 2014 - Don't forget to add your appearance to our November "Who's  where" post!

Lecture: Mayhew Mayhem

In conjunction with Chris Mayhew's four show run in New York City, Chris is also giving a lecture.

From The Daily Deception:

Saturday November 8th

MAYhew MAYhem Lecture

Magic is not only a profession for Chris Mayhew, it’s a way of life. Throughout the past decade Chris Mayhew has developed a beautifully unique way to create, perform and entertain with magic which has garnered him a reputation, world-wide. He will disarm you, charm you, and make you laugh out loud with his uniquely entertaining brand of magic.

One of Canada’s most innovative and prolific magicians, Chris Mayhew creates new magic experiences like nothing you’ve seen before. Inspired, hilarious, and bold; his effects will leave you both amazed and amused.

The MAYhew MAYhem lecture consists of two parts. The first comes straight from the Mayhew working repertoire. You’re guaranteed to pick up a gem.

Read more and buy tickets.

Dave Attwood interviews Steve Hignett

   From Attwood Magic:

DAS-October 19th, 2014 Steve Hignett

This week Angel was away on vacation and we were so lucky to have Victoria Magic Circle President, Steve Hignett, join us again in studio to talk about attacking people with magic and the infamous bullet catch.

Read more and listen to interview.

Magic camp book dedication

I have in my hands a book, penned by a Canadian author, with the following dedication:

"To the kids at magic camp, and in loving memory of Y.C."

Details, and possibly a giveaway, to follow.

Luc Langevin en France

I will never look at an orange or a block of ice the same way again!

From Luc Langevin's Twitter feed:

1er passage sur un plateau français pour mes spectacles là bas en 2016. J'y fais 2 illusions...la glace est brisée https://t.co/eoI8rs9Mpr
— Luc Langevin (@LucLangevin) October 1, 2014

Ariel Frailich's Sociopath in Linking Ring

From Ariel Frailich's Twitter feed:

One of my effects was featured in the Halloween Parade in the October 2014 Linking Ring: http://t.co/Arkgh4cOeV pic.twitter.com/FGswY74EWN
— I Saw That! (@istmagic) October 7, 2014

Dave Attwood interviews Arthur Trace

  From Attwood Magic:

DAS-October 11th, 2014 Arthur Trace / Steve Hignett

This week Angel was away and we were so lucky to have Victoria Magic Circle President, Steve Hignett join us in studio to talk about how important 'plactice' is. Joining us from LA was IBM Gold Medal winner, Arthur Trace, to talk about his life in magic and acting and his goals in the art of magic.

Read more and listen to interview.