Scott Dietrich in Bradford Today

From the January 19th article "'I Can and I Did' inspires kids to believe in themselves" by Miriam King in Bradford Today:

"I do teach a lot of magic classes, and I do have a lot of kids say, 'I can't do it'," he said - frustrated by the difficulty of their first magic trick. "That's when I stop the class, and tell them that there are two bad words  - 'can't' and 'never'."

Instead, Dietrich helps them to persevere and overcome the challenge, fostering what he calls "positive doubt... What else did I think I couldn't do, that I can?"

Henry Ford famously said, “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” That's the basis of Dietrich's philosophy, and of the book "I Can and I Did!", a story about secrets, surprises, and unlimited possibilities.

Dietrich calls the book "a gift. It just kind of came to me." Written in just two hours, it's the story of Stephanie, who initially gives up on a math problem in frustration. "I can't!" she says - until her grandfather introduces her to Henry Ford's "secret." Not only does she solve the problem, with "Gramp's" help, she discovers that her grandfather is a pilot, and that she too can learn to fly, "but only if you believe you can."

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'I Can and I Did!' inspires kids to believe in themselves. Read all about @denisegarrido and my book in @BradfordTodayCa's brand new article: https://t.co/qgeIR53P97

— Scott Dietrich (@scottdietrich78) January 22, 2020

Canadians at Blackpool 2020

Updated January 27th to add:

• Eagle-eyed reader John Harrison noted that Chris Ramsay will be in attendance at Blackpool this year.

From the Blackpool Magic Convention website, I see that Jay Sankey and The Evasons are scheduled to attend.

Who am I missing?


Aside:

• Have you ever been at a magic convention and found yourself with 17 seconds where there's nothing to do?
   
• Have you ever searched for a distraction so that you wouldn't have to make eye contact with the humans in your proximity?


• Do you fancy yourself to have Sherlock-esque powers of observation?

Don't forget about Magic Convention Bingo! Click here for your Bingo card and click refresh until you generate a card you like. Simply print it off and bring it to your next magic convention!

Stay alert and keep an eye open for the items on your card. See how long it takes for you to get your first bingo or even fill your card!

Remember to be respectful and don't shout out "bingo" during presentations or performances. And don't bother the conference organizers with questions about Magic Convention Bingo -- they might not even know it's going on!

London: Keith Brown and Friends at the London Fringe

From the Palace Theatre:

Saturday, February 15, 2020

Palace Theatre, Old East Village Cultural District, London, ON N5W 2Z4
See Description Important: Keith Brown has new friends! Keith is back on Saturday, February 15th 2020 for the second round of Keith Brown and Friends. Get ready for a night of wonder, thrills and magic!

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Keith Brown and Friends returns Saturday, February 15th to @atthepalace for a magical evening filled with FUN for the whole family! Hosted by @keithhbrown Featuring @nickwallacelive @graemazing @mightymikeshow These performers have been featured on @agt @tedx_official @fooluscw and more. Prepare yourself for a magical night filled with wonder that is sure to astound Tickets are $30 (front section) or $25 (everywhere else). For tickets click link in bio or visit bit.ly/KBAndFriends2 Produced by @londonfringe

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Burlington: Graeme Reed's "Magic at the Bull"

From Graemazing's Instagram:

BURLINGTON: Excited to announce that I will be back @theblackbullneighbourhoodpub every 1st Saturday of the month to share astonishing magic tableside! See you February 1st 5-7pm

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BURLINGTON: Excited to announce that I will be back @theblackbullneighbourhoodpub every 1st Saturday of the month to share astonishing magic tableside! See you February 1st 5-7pm . . . . . . . . . . . . #Magicpodcast #magicianpodcast #magicianbusiness #showbusiness #magiccompetition #fism #magicianstalkingmagic #ryanjoyce #graemazing #magiclife #giglife #podcastlife #professionalmagician #podcastmagician #designpodcast #canadianmagician #podcast #americasgottalent #agtchampions #foolus #magicnews #magicreview #trickreview every 1st Saturday of the month to share astonishing magic tableside! See you February 1st 5-7pm

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Toronto, Vancouver, and Victoria: Ben Train

From Ben Train's Instagram:

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Doing a little bit of traveling in January! Message me for details! #2020letsgetatit #magicroadtrip

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Toronto: John Carney at Bash "6 in The Six"

  

From Jeff Pinsky's Facebook post:

We cannot be more excited to let you know that JOHN CARNEY will be joining us at the 2020 Bash!

Mr. Carney is widely acknowledged by his peers as one of the finest sleight of hand performers in the world! Hollywood's Magic Castle has awarded him more awards than anyone in their history, as well as the Academy of Magic Arts prestigious Performing Masters Fellowship.

For those of you who have had the privilege to see him lecture in the past you know that Mr. Carney's magic...well...it looks like MAGIC! He is the last serious student of Dai Vernon. And in the spirit of Dai Vernon, Mr. Carney hides his skill...that's why his magic looks like magic.

His books, Carney Knowledge, Magic By Design, Carneycopia and The Book of Secrets are considered modern classics in instruction of the art form.

Mr. Carney will be performing at the 2020 Bash (Saturday, April 4) as well as giving a full lecture!

And we are not going to be shy here...His lecture may be the most important lecture on magic you will ever see.

As an Extra Bonus John Carney will be offering a Workshop at Browser's Den of Magic Shop on Sunday April 5, 2020. Details to follow.

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Vancouver: Ben Price Magic @ The Mint

From Eventbrite:

In his brand new one-person show, Ben Price will Read your mind, Deceive your senses, and gross you out. Magic, Mentalism, and Sideshow stunts in a jam packed hour of theatre like you’ve never seen before.

Ben Price has been performing since 2011 for corporate events, theatres, cabarets, festivals, and more. His theatrical productions have been across the country in front of sell out crowds and received rave reviews.

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