From the Magic Weekend:
The Close Up Show is performed six times for six different groups. Early registrants will se the show under 'Close Up Conditions'
Read more and register.
18 September 2018
Sweden: The Close Up Show
The 32nd Magic Weekend runs from October 5th to the 7th. Catch Michael Close in the "Close Up Show."
From the Magic Weekend:
From the Magic Weekend:
16 September 2018
Broken wand: Douglas Trouten
Recently
we were notified by Dennis Schick, the editor of the Broken Wand in the
International Brotherhood of Magician's magazine, The Linking Ring, of
the passing of Douglas Trouten.
Dennis is graciously allowing me to pass this on to you.
Dr. Douglas J. Trouten
Doug, 58, passed away gently in the early hours of July 30, 2018, 6 months after a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Born December 26, 1959 in Regina, Saskatchewan, his family moved to the Twin Cities 6 months later.
Doug enjoyed magic and the art of illusion and was a valued and active member as well as the current treasurer of International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 19 in Minneapolis. For his many friends at Ring 19, Doug’s passing is a huge loss to our club and a huge loss to our community. And a huge loss to all of us that loved and respected him.
He attended St. Paul Bible College where he met his wife Elizabeth (French), working on his student newspaper. He earned a Masters and Doctorate in Mass Communication from the University of Minnesota. Doug was editor the Twin Cities Christian/Minnesota Christian Chronicle for 20 years before becoming a professor of journalism at the University of Northwestern, where he taught for the last 19 years. He also served as Executive Director of the Evangelical Press Association for 11 years. Doug published thousands of articles in dozens of periodicals. His work appeared in the St. Paul Pioneer Press and the Minneapolis Star Tribune and in various magazines including Christianity Today, Plain Truth and World.
He is survived by sons Lucas (Katie), David; daughter Tracey; sisters Darlene (Mike) Morgan, Donna Olson; brother Daniel Trouten; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by mother, Elaine; father, Dr. Donald J. Trouten.
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Dr. Douglas J. Trouten
Doug, 58, passed away gently in the early hours of July 30, 2018, 6 months after a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Born December 26, 1959 in Regina, Saskatchewan, his family moved to the Twin Cities 6 months later.
Doug enjoyed magic and the art of illusion and was a valued and active member as well as the current treasurer of International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 19 in Minneapolis. For his many friends at Ring 19, Doug’s passing is a huge loss to our club and a huge loss to our community. And a huge loss to all of us that loved and respected him.
He attended St. Paul Bible College where he met his wife Elizabeth (French), working on his student newspaper. He earned a Masters and Doctorate in Mass Communication from the University of Minnesota. Doug was editor the Twin Cities Christian/Minnesota Christian Chronicle for 20 years before becoming a professor of journalism at the University of Northwestern, where he taught for the last 19 years. He also served as Executive Director of the Evangelical Press Association for 11 years. Doug published thousands of articles in dozens of periodicals. His work appeared in the St. Paul Pioneer Press and the Minneapolis Star Tribune and in various magazines including Christianity Today, Plain Truth and World.
He is survived by sons Lucas (Katie), David; daughter Tracey; sisters Darlene (Mike) Morgan, Donna Olson; brother Daniel Trouten; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by mother, Elaine; father, Dr. Donald J. Trouten.
14 September 2018
Vancouver: Cabaret of Wonders
From The Georgia Straight:
Oct 5-6
Two-Time World Champion of Magic and the man who fooled Penn & Teller twice on their hit TV show, Fool Us brings his show, the Cabaret of Wonders, to Vancouver for a two night exclusive engagement. Shawn is presenting an evening that could only happens once in a blue moon. Interestingly enough the unique fact is it will be presented at the Blue Moon Theatre in the elegant five diamond Shangri-La Hotel in Vancouver, BC.
Read more and buy tickets.
13 September 2018
"From Fair to Foul" with The Amazing Corbin
Catch "From Fair to Foul" October 10th at Annondale House in Tillsonburg ON, October 15th at the St. Thomas public library and October 21rst at Eldon House in London ON.
Check the comments in the Facebook post for more dates.
From the Facebook page of The Amazing Corbin:
Check the comments in the Facebook post for more dates.
From the Facebook page of The Amazing Corbin:
12 September 2018
Welcoming a new Friend: Matt DiSero
Please join me in welcoming our newest Friend, Matt DiSero!
I first met Matt during the early days of the Magical Arts Festival in Toronto somewhere around the turn of the century. I remember walking to a show at Big Daddy's Crab Shack And Oyster Bar from the parking lot near The Charlotte Room and having the good fortune to have as company Matt, Julie Eng, and David Peck.
I've been joyfully entertained by Matt (and Hartnell) at numerous "Magic Tonight" events and other such productions in and around the Toronto area.
You may have seen Matt on the 2016 season of Penn and Teller's Fool Us, or heard him interviewed by David Peck or the "Discourse in Magic" crew. You can check out his blog at http://www.mattdisero.com/blog/
Thank you Matt, for befriending Canada's Magic!
I first met Matt during the early days of the Magical Arts Festival in Toronto somewhere around the turn of the century. I remember walking to a show at Big Daddy's Crab Shack And Oyster Bar from the parking lot near The Charlotte Room and having the good fortune to have as company Matt, Julie Eng, and David Peck.
I've been joyfully entertained by Matt (and Hartnell) at numerous "Magic Tonight" events and other such productions in and around the Toronto area.
You may have seen Matt on the 2016 season of Penn and Teller's Fool Us, or heard him interviewed by David Peck or the "Discourse in Magic" crew. You can check out his blog at http://www.mattdisero.com/blog/
Catch Matt, along with Glenn Ottaway and James Alan in
"Magic Tonight: The grumpy old men of magic" on September 15th.
Thank you Matt, for befriending Canada's Magic!
11 September 2018
Michael Close's September 2018 newsletter
Just finished reading the May newsletter from Michael Close. You may be interested in:
- Michael's thoughts on ethics and the performing of someone else's work.
- "Plausible Props" by Mick Ayres.
- "Can I be Frank?" by Tom Frank.
- The U.S. Postal Service's new magic kit (The Art of Magic Kit) and stamp set (The Art of Magic Forever® Stamps).
- Entering the September Caption Contest!
- "One Last Yelp" by Norman Beck.
- A list of recommended podcasts. (Can you guess which Canadian podcast is listed?)
- Product review of Juan Tamariz's "Magic from My Heart."
- "Must-have show apps for your iPad" by Bruce Kalver.
- And more!
10 September 2018
Louis Pezzani and Ben Price at the Vancouver Fringe
Updated at 7:00am to add:
Thank you to The Magic Demon for informing me that in addition to Keith Brown, both Louis Pezzani and Ben Price have shows at this year's Vancouver Fringe.
The Vancouver Fringe Festival runs from September 6th to the 16th
From Louis Pezznai's listing in the Vancouver Fringe:
From Ben Price's listing in the Vancouver Fringe:
- There's a nice article by Janet Smith titled "Magicians find fresh form at the Vancouver Fringe Festival" from September 5th in The Georgia Straight. [Thank you The Magic Demon!]
Thank you to The Magic Demon for informing me that in addition to Keith Brown, both Louis Pezzani and Ben Price have shows at this year's Vancouver Fringe.
The Vancouver Fringe Festival runs from September 6th to the 16th
From Louis Pezznai's listing in the Vancouver Fringe:
Master mentalist and magician Louis Pezzani has been blowing audiences’ minds around the world for decades. This astounding show features mindreading, lightning calculation, and incredible mind-over-matter demonstrations where metal bends, twists, and melts! Astonishing, interactive, critically acclaimed, and very funny. Unforgettable theatre for all.
Read more and buy tickets.
From Ben Price's listing in the Vancouver Fringe:
Have you ever wanted to attend the ultimate magic show? Ben Price uses his abilities in sleight of hand, thought influence, and comedy to take you on a journey through the perfect magic show. This 60 minute, interactive show will have audiences laughing, gasping, and cheering as Ben performs all kinds of marvels from card tricks to mind reading.
Read more and buy tickets.
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