Broken wand: Louis Quan

Louis was a longtime member of the Calgary Magic Circle. 

Our condolences to his family and friends.



From McInnis and Holloway Funeral Homes:

QUAN, Louis Yuk Wing

March 27, 1937 – Kaiping, Guandong
September 22, 2019 – Calgary, Alberta

Louis Quan, beloved husband of Esther Quan, of Calgary passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at the age of 82 years.

Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North Calgary, AB) on Friday, September 27, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Calgary Chinese Alliance Church (150 Beddington Boulevard N.E., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded through www.McInnisandHolloway.com.

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Toronto: Nathan Kranzo lecture

From the Browser's Den of Magic eFlyer:

SATURDAY OCTOBER 19, from 6pm to 8:30pm - NATE KRANZO LECTURE. Brand new material. Come join us as a Nate Kranzo lecture is ALWAYS fun and filled with clever magic and mentalism most of which is at the intermediate level. TICKETS $20.00

Peter Mennie's advice based on "40 Years As A Kid's Performer"

From the September 16th article "40 Years As A Kid's Performer Helps" by Peter Mennie at LinkedIn:

I started my career on their stage while I was still in still high school. I had a full stage crew to set my props, run my music (on cassette!) and supply my mic (where I learned proper technique and went from handheld to headset) For the last ten years, I've done tech and this year and last, I was exclusively at the Kiddieland stage. Interestingly enough, the acts were the same both years (plus one additional Juno-nominated siging duo). It was a great opportunity to see how some acts grew (or not) why some acts stayed the same (because it works) and how an act that (according to them), never play these types of events, fit in (they didn't).

I was 'the old guy' in the group but with a unique perspective being both a performer and a technician. Everyone's goals were aligned - gather a crowd and entertain them - however as a performer, I know what the crew needs to make my show a success and as crew, I know what I need to support the stage acts.

Here are a few tips from both perspectives.


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Brampton: Outerbridge Clockwork Mysteries

November 30th, the Outerbridges will be in Brampton at The Rose Theatre.


From Marion Outerbridge's Facebook page:

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Ramsay's (sub)Reddit

Chris Ramsay started a subreddit to talk magic, puzzles and cardistry.

Have a look for yourself over at r/ChrisRamsay52.

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Magic, Puzzles and stuff from r/ChrisRamsay52

From Chris Ramsay's Twitter feed:

I made a subreddit. A place where you can post about magic, puzzles and cardistry. I'll be reacting to some of the links you share and stuff that you post. come join!https://t.co/QRBI5i5Nsc

— Chris Ramsay (@chrisramsay52) September 9, 2019

Austin Kaiser interviews Jay Sankey

From the August 12th post "Interview: Jay Sankey, A Magician Who Vanishes Into His Audience" by Austin Kaiser on Medium:

A: What is magic to you, personally?

J: Magic is also the experience in the magician. Fifteen minutes into a gig, I’m starting to flow. I have this wonderful experience of not being anywhere else. I’m in a pure response mode. It’s surreal. I’m inspired by the Dadaists, the Greeks, and Salvador Dali.

A: What is it that people love about magic? What makes them fall in love with it?

J: In this age of Google, we apparently know everything. One hundred years ago there was not that feeling. Magic and people’s love of magic can be a response to the idea of a know-it-all world.


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Etobicoke: James Alan at "It's Magic! Dine for Dignity Fundraising Gala"

This gala, in support of senior care, will be on Sunday, October 20, 2019.


From James Alan's Facebook page:

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