12 April 2015

Updated April 27th to add:
  • This post is part of a series of live-blogged entries.  For your convenience, the entries have been consolidated into a single post at "Browser's Magic Bash 2015 recap."

Jeff is still welcoming everyone to the very first #BrowsersBash2015 !
Updated April 27th to add:
  • This post is part of a series of live-blogged entries.  For your convenience, the entries have been consolidated into a single post at "Browser's Magic Bash 2015 recap."

We're here safe and sound. The room is almost ready and the attendees are getting registered.  Big display table of food drive contribution so far.  Dealer's table is well stocked.
One minute warning just called.
Everyone is stoked! 
Updated April 27th to add:
  • This post is part of a series of live-blogged entries.  For your convenience, the entries have been consolidated into a single post at "Browser's Magic Bash 2015 recap."

Rise and shine for #BrowsersBash2015 !

11 April 2015

#BrowsersBash2015 social media

As many of you know, tomorrow is the "Browser's Bash," an all day convention hosted by the Browser's Den of Magic.

It was announced on the Browser's Den Twitter feed that the event is a complete sell out!

I'm one of the lucky ones attending and plan to be doing some combination of live-Tweeting and live-blogging of the event.  Apologies in advance for clogging your feeds.  To follow my Twitter account, you can use the web or use the Twitter widget on the right side of this page, under the "Selected Anniversaries" feature.   If you're at the event and Tweeting, I encourage you to add the hashtag "#BrowsersBash2015" to your Tweets.  I've added a feature just under the header of this page, which collects and posts all Tweets tagged in this fashion.

I look forward to seeing many of you tomorrow!


10 April 2015

blogTO's top five magicians in Toronto

It's interesting to read the comment section of the post.  How lovely to see that people can be passionate about their favourite magician.  Doubly so that there are so many talented magicians in Toronto from which to choose!

What do you think?  Did PO Karim get the top five right?


From blogTO:
The top magicians and mentalists in Toronto are amongst the best in the world, though skeptics may not be aware of their existence. These masters of magic are sought after entertainers wowing audiences from TV and stage to corporate functions and special events. Whether they're using elaborate theatrics or a deck of cards, their specially honed skills can have you believing in the impossible.

On with the show - here are my picks for the top magicians in Toronto. 
Read more.

09 April 2015

Anthony Lindan interviews Greg Frewin

From Anthony Lindan:
The Secrets of Success Project is a collection of inspiring and motivating Niagara success stories. Anthony Lindan, whose 15 years old son is on the Autism Spectrum, created the Project as a third party fundraising initiative to raise both money and awareness for Autism. 
Anthony interviewed some of the most interesting people in Niagara - world class athletes, radio personalities, business people, entertainers and entrepreneurs - about their success. The interviews offer powerful tips and insights about becoming more successful both personally and professionally. 
The interviews are online at http://secretsofsuccessproject.com/ and visitors are encouraged to listen to as many as they like and make a ‘pay what you can’ donation.
All net proceeds from the Project will go the Autism Ontario Niagara Region Chapter.

From the Secrets of Success:
Amazing is the only way to describe Greg Frewin’s career and his passion for amazing and entertaining his audiences. Greg is currently Canada’s most accomplished and successful magician. He has performed on every major stage in the world, on numerous TV specials and has won every magic award and honor offered. For the past 10 years Greg has performed about 275 dates a year in his own theatre – The Greg Frewin Theatre – in Niagara Falls, ON.

Greg shares the real secrets that have brought him incredible success both on and off the stage.

Read more, listen to the interview and make a donation to the Autism Ontario Niagara Region Chapter.

08 April 2015

Looking for Hosts for REALITY - MAGIC SERIES

Location: Toronto based - Shooting across Canada

DEADLINE FOR TALENT VIDEO SUBMISSIONS: Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015

New, reality MAGIC SERIES driven by 2 actual magician/illusionists, who go undercover as tour guides of authentic haunted locations, creating mind-boggling, organic illusions each tour to unsuspecting crowds of tourists.

[MAGICIAN/ILLUSIONIST 'HOSTS' X 2 (MALE)] UNION or Non-Union. 2 experienced magician/illusionists, capable of creating organic illusions of conjured paranormal phenomenon. Must be highly skilled in a variety of forms of magic including but not limited to large illusions, escapology, close-up magic, mentalism, and pickpocket. An interest in the paranormal is a plus as well as a comedy background. Highly experienced MAGICIAN/ILLUSIONISTS. Ability to collaborate with a team of magician/illusionists. Strong improvisational skills. Strong interaction skills. Comedy/Acting background an asset. An interest in the paranormal. Must be CANADIAN.

MUST REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION

1. PHOTO & MAGICIAN BIO

2. MAGIC/ILLUSION DEMO REEL

3. SELF-TAPE – 2-3 minutes - Chatting directly to camera, as your outgoing self, tell us briefly about your Magician/Illusionist experience, your interest in the paranormal, and an example of a mind-boggling paranormal illusion you would create. ***Please ensure enough light for self-tapes.

4. Opening Text Screen should read:

Name

represented by:

Vanderwerff Talent

416 890 0905

mirjam@vanderwerfftalent.com

5. Email materials through a file/video sharing site, such as an unregistered youtube link, or via WETRANSFER OR HIGHTAIL, WITH EMAIL LINK TO: mirjam@vanderwerfftalent.com by Wednesday April 22, 2015.

With thanks to Lisa Close for sending this in.