02 September 2022

Toronto: Magic at Buskerfest [Sep 2 - 5]

From the Toronto International Buskerfest for Epilepsy website:

Bella Magic

Bella combines playful humor with magic and comedy in this high octane family show. Her beautiful illusions will leave you bedazzled and bewildered with a child sense of wonderment. Open your minds and hearts to the wonderful world of Bella Magic! 


Magic Man (Andrew Eland)

Magic Man is an experienced international magician, known for his versatility in the illusion field. He performs interactive, mind-shakingly, brilliant sleight of hand, spiced with pure comedy genius. From the Rolling Stones to U2, Magic Man has entertained the finest! He has represented South Africa at the Edinburgh Festival and has headlined across four continents.


Max T. Oz

Sleight of hand with charm. Magic as you would see it performed a century ago in the Edwardian era. Suitable for all ages, Max delights with his relaxed style of magic with a dash of cheeky humour.

Simon Zenker

Simon Zenker is a hilarious young performer filled with energy. He provide a family fun show filled with magic, juggling, and incredibly weird jokes and acts you’ve never seen before. His shows involve high amounts of audience engagement, and participation for adults and children alike. From juggling like a T-Rex, to turning the audience into a human piano, Simon’s odd but contagious sense of humour will leave audiences talking about his act long after the show  has ended.

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01 September 2022

New York: Carisa Hendrix headlining the 113th Salute to Magic [Sep 17]

From the August 31st Facebook post by Carisa Hendrix:

I am so thrilled to be headlining this year's Salute to Magic. The line up is amazing.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

31 August 2022

Top 5 posts in August 2022

There were 28 posts at Canada's Magic this month.  Here are the 5 most viewed posts in the past 30 days: 

5. Vaughan: Bobby Motta Chapter 2 [Wed and Sat] - Anyone have any thoughts about the show to share?
4. An excellent synopsis of FISM 2022 by Ryan Joyce  - Great recap for those of us who couldn't be there.  Thanks Ryan!
3. Chris Ramsay's FISM 2022 recap - Great video recap for those of us who couldn't be there.  Thanks Chris!
2. The lives of female magic practitioners - At the University of Saskatchewan.

and the most viewed post this month  ...





1. FISM 2022 results - Congratulations to everyone involved!

 

 

 

30 August 2022

Chicago: Jonah Babins and Ben Train [Sep 1 - 4]

From the August 27th Instagram post by Jonah Babins:

The cat is out of the bag, and I’m so excited!!

I’ll be performing next weekend Sept 1-4 at the @chicagomagiclounge in the Blackstone Cabaret!

I’m so thrilled to be featured at one of the worlds most beautiful stages for magic.

Come see what I’ve been working on :)

I’m headed down with @train.ben and the @torontomagiccompany is taking over the lounge! Hope to see you there :)

 

 

 

 

29 August 2022

London: Aaron Matthews at the Western Fair [Sep 9-18]

Catch Aaron Matthews at www.westernfair.ca!

 

From the August 26th Instragram post by WesternFair

HEY LONDON!

Check out these fair attractions that are FREE to enjoy with your fair admission!

Oh and new this year: Kids 10 & under, and 70+ attend the fair for FREE!
Learn more at www.westernfair.ca (link in bio)

🐢 The Canine Circus
πŸ’’ Smash Wrestling
πŸ’ͺ Mighty Mike
🀸 The Silver Starlets
🏍️ Ride the Vibe
πŸ’ The Hockey Circus Show
🚜 The Farmer’s Daughter
🎩 The Magic of Aaron Matthews
πŸ’« Bex in Motion
🎼 Dan the Music Man
🀑 DooDoo the International Clown
🎸 Marky Monday


 

 

 

 

28 August 2022

Danny Kazam on John Marshall's Comedy & Magic podast

From the YouTube upload Comedy and Magic Podcast Danny Kazam 8-22 -22:

Comedy Magician Danny Kazam joins me on this show today, to share his Incredible Journey as a family entertainer. His inspiration behind his magic and more. And Danny Is also a very talented Ventriloquist.

 

 

 

27 August 2022

Dave Curran in the Toronto Star

From the August 21st article "As Toronto experiences comedy-club boom, meet some of the folks behind the jokes" by Briony Smith in the Toronto Star:

Jokers, run by Curran alongside Tommy Larocque and Yuk Yuk’s alum Steve Kalantar, bills itself as one of the only comedy club in the 905, and hosts shows like Stars of David (featuring Jewish comedians) and the RICE: Asian Comedy Showcase. Curran’s excited about the rising number of clubs in the GTA. “Competition always ends up being better for the consumer,” he says. “Different clubs have different philosophies regarding booking. This gives the consumer more options and better shows.”

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You can read more about Jokers in our June 30th post Jokers is serious about comedy.