From the Greg Frewin Theatre YouTube channel:
17 July 2016
16 July 2016
Edmonton: Sheldon Casavant at K-Days
From K-Days:
July 22 – 26: 2:30 p.m. & 5 p.m.
Audiences around the world have been thrilled with Sheldon Casavant’s captivating, humorous, and high energy performances. Sheldon’s show is an insightful glimpse into abstract thought and a clever take on modern illusion.
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15 July 2016
Shawn Farquhar on "Penn and Teller Fool Us" Season 3
Watch Shawn's awesome second appearance on Penn and Teller's Fool Us!
From the Penn and Teller Fool Us Season 03 YouTube channel:
From the Penn and Teller Fool Us Season 03 YouTube channel:
14 July 2016
Toronto: Suzanne lecture
From the Browser's Den of Magic:
Saturday August 13th, 2016
"Suzanne has a kind of cool, sweet authority that assures any audience that they are in the hands of a real pro." ~ TellerFor those of you who are unfamiliar, Suzanne is well-studied in the art of magic and has the skills and experience to approach her performance like a musician approaches Jazz. Her style is rooted in her heart - she is bright-eyed, attractive and fun.
She can hold an audience without her magic. Suzanne is more than likable; she personifies charisma. She makes shy people shine and bold people laugh.
People don't like Suzanne when she performs, they love her. When she takes the stage, the typical persona of a magic performer is far, far away. Rather than adopt the currently-popular character of a frantic used car salesman when performing magic, Suzanne is herself: feminine, funny, wise, direct and, above all, delighted to be performing for the audience. This core positively is contagious, and it radiates from Suzanne.
Fresh from her recent appearance on the ever-popular Penn & Teller FOOL US show, Suzanne visits Toronto with her acclaimed close-up lecture. Suzanne shares strong advice and magic that can only come after decades of experience. She also plans to share some of her favorite effects that have helped her achieve success in her career. Come to this lecture & learn great magic that you will use.
As a bonus, Suzanne offers up her personal formula for success that has made her one of America's foremost restaurant performers. She's ready to teach the tips and tricks on how to get resident performing positions.
Read more and buy tickets.
13 July 2016
Toronto: Chris Westfall Magic & the Porcelain Princess
2 shows only - Thursday, July 21st & Friday, July 22nd, 2016
From Chris Westfall Magic:
Performed for packed houses across the country, families from all over Canada have enjoyed the tale of Chris Westfall Magic & the Porcelain Princess.
With ONLY 2 shows playing in Toronto, Chris Westfall Magic & the Porcelain Princess is a high-energy 90 minute magic extravaganza, with lots of interaction that's fun for the entire family.
From the large theatrical magic illusions that magician Chris Westfall performs all the way to Princess Bella, the porcelain doll who magically comes to life though jugging, theatrical dance, and illusions -- this show has entertained thousands of children and adults alike. Now it's your family's turn.
In addition to this unique magical experience, everyone gets an opportunity to meet all the performers in the lobby directly after the show. Receive an autograph and see more fantastic magic.
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12 July 2016
Diary of a Sorcerers Safari newbie - part 12
A camper's notebook.
Day 6: Wednesday August 19th*
So sad. This is the last time we’re going to be in the Mess Hall. One last round of table banging and cheering. I hate today. I wish camp could go on forever.
I better finish packing.
6pm
We got our stuff out of the cabins and sorted our bags on the same field where we arrived. Everybody was a happy kind of sad. People were signing name tags and arms and books and stuff. I overheard Daryl say that he was amazed that he learned stuff starting at the very first day of camp. He said he “came here expecting to teach, but (he) didn’t expect to learn.” That’s cool!
I wish camp were longer.
Everyone was saying that this was the “Best Year Ever.” Even though it was my first year, I’d have to agree. There’s no way they could make camp any better than this!
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| Loading the bus. |
Dad came and got me just as the bus was leaving. I kind of wish I’d taken the bus, just to be together with my new friends for a a little bit longer. But I can sleep in the car when Dad drives. He doesn’t ask me nearly as many questions as Mom. And I was so tired.
It’s good to be home, but In the words of one of my new BFFs,
"I wish I could sleep for 360 days. So I could miss the school year and when I wake up it would be time for camp again."
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A question to the reader: Was Alex a girl or a boy? What lead you to that conclusion?
A special thank you to the campers who let me interview them for this article (in no particular order):
- Ryan from Mississauga, ON
- Astrid from Grimsby, ON
- Landon from Toronto, ON
- Thomas from Montreal, QC
- Serena from Toronto, ON
- Angelique from Grimsby, ON
- Stephanie from Bermuda
- Peter from Toronto, ON
- Cathy from Toronto, ON
- Paolo from Toronto, ON
- Brad from Orillia, ON
and to all the other campers (and staff) that let me ask them questions throughout their stay!
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The 2016 season of Sorcerers Safari will run from Sunday August 7th through Friday August 12th, 2016. For more information, or to register, please visit SorcerersSafari.ca
* The “Diary of a Sorcerers Safari Newbie” is primarily based on the 2015 camp season. It is an aggregate of many perspectives, and at times includes events from previous years.
11 July 2016
Winnipeg: There's magic at the Fringe
The Winnipeg Fringe runs from July 13 to 24.
From the Winnipeg Fringe:
From the Winnipeg Fringe:
- 6 Quick Dick Tricks: A Dirk Darrow Investigation by Tim Motley
- Absolute Magic by Keith Brown
- Charlatan! by Travis Bernhardt
- David Eliot Presents EVOLUTION - A Journey Through Magic by Eliot Entertainment
Read more and buy tickets.
- The Magic of Kindness by Comedy Illusions of Greg Wood, directed by James Carey Lauder
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