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From the June 5th Facebook post by the Vancouver Magic Circle:
This Thursday , get your virtual ticket to avoid disappointment.
A virtual lecture by Naathan Phan, from Masters of Illusion, as well as America’s Got Talent, and Wizard Wars. He’ll be sharing his knowledge with us , as well as some deals and discounts open only to lecture attendees. It will be a fun time!
From Magic Hideaway:
A brilliant magic and mind-reading experience with award-winning Master Magician Bill Abbott at the iconic Casa Monica Resort & Spa.
Indulge in a complimentary cocktail in the opulent Cobalt Lounge before being ushered into the Magic Hideaway, a boutique showroom with a vintage jazz vibe. One of the most intimate magic shows in the world featuring interactive mind-bending illusions happening literally inches away from you!
From the May 27th article "10 kids' books by Asian Canadian authors to read right now" in CBC News:
In the middle-grade book Willpower, a girl named Jennifer has superhuman abilities. When an accident happens and her secret is discovered, Jennifer's father is taken away by the authorities. Jennifer must figure out a way to save him before it is too late.
Willpower is for ages 9 to 12.
Marty Chan is a children's book author based in Edmonton. His other books include Kung Fu Master, Haunted Hospital, the Ehrich Weisz Chronicles and the Keepers of the Vault series.
From the may 30th article "Brownstein: Montreal Fringe Festival all grown up, but still out there" by Bill Brownstein in the Montreal Gazette:
Sarra-Bournet, a former Cirque du Soleil acrobat, is in rehearsal mode at Fringe headquarters at the Mainline Theatre. Following a clowning/dancing/juggling routine, Sarra-Bournet dons his magic chapeau and a cape — actually a giant eco-friendly garbage bag — and bedazzles those of us in attendance with a mind-blowing, sleight of hand card trick that would also suggest he has X-ray vision.
“Some people say clowns have no business doing magic, but I like to break the rules, trying to do everything I can,” says the Montrealer performing in his second Fringe. “I like to think of myself as a generalist. My character Mario goes to a talent contest every year, but never succeeds at any particular talent. So he’s always preparing something else. Sadly, he’s really not so good at anything.”
Disagree. From what we can see, this clown is a master of many métiers.
From the May 26th Instagram post by Provincial Ex of MB:
We’re planning some awesome live entertainment during the Manitoba Summer Fair! In between rides & mouth-watering food, catch @thehockeycircusshow , @aaronmatthewsmagic @doodles.the.clown & @triviawithkateandaaron while you sip on an adult bevvy or two! Be sure to check back often for updates and schedules!
From the May 29th Facebook post by the Magic Club of Winnipeg:
Upcoming events!! Hope you can get out.
After the Monday June 6th plaque ceremony, we are heading over to the King's Head. Please pass on to any friends who may not be getting our posts.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE!!!
International Brotherhood of Magicians (I.B.M.) 100th Anniversary
The International Brotherhood of Magicians will be celebrating it’s 100th Anniversary with a variety of events in Winnipeg.
On Monday, June 6th , also known as Magic Day, a plaque rededication will be taking place at 1:00pm on the corner of William and Main. (Originally dedicated on June 6th, 1986 with Doug Henning and Mayor Bill Norrie)
A display on the history of I.B.M. is currently up at the Millennium Library until mid June.
There will also be an I.B.M. lecture at the Transcona Museum, date to be announced.
The International Brotherhood of Magicians (I.B.M.)was founded February 10, 1922 in Winnipeg, Manitoba by Len Vintus (stage name of Melvin Justus Given McMullen) of Transcona, Manitoba, Gene Gordon (a.k.a. Gordon Avery) of Buffalo, New York, and Don Rogers (a.k.a. Ernest Schieldge). The I.B.M. was started by magicians living outside the major cities, who were unable to attend magic club meetings, and who kept in contact by post.
The International Brotherhood of Magicians (I.B.M.) is an organization for both professional and amateur close-up and stage magicians, with approximately 15,000 members worldwide. The headquarters is in St. Charles, Missouri. There are over 300 local groups, called Rings, in more than 88 countries, largely concentrated in cities of the United States and Canada. The organization publishes a monthly periodical entitled The Linking Ring, which features tricks, coverage of shows and events in the magic community, and interviews with magicians.
Winnipeg has a vibrant magic community and history with many internationally famous magicians having started in our great city.
Just to name a few;
- Doug Henning who it’s has been said brought a whole new era to the world of magic
- James Cielen an I.B.M. Gold Medal winner
- Dean Gunnarson World’s Most Daring Escape Artist
- Brian Glow a touring corporate Magician
- Darcy Oake top finalist on Britain’s Got Talent
- Other local magicians that played an important part in Winnipeg’s magic history;
- Mel Stover, Ray Starr, Gene Shelley, Terry Greenwood, Joe Kaufert, Ivar Roberts aka Richard Haldane, Greg Wood, Sean Fields and Anders Boulanger who have made a living performing magic locally and throughout Canada.
