Toronto: Champions of Magic [Dec 27 - 31]

Read our thoughts about their 2022 show:

TLDR: So. Much. Fun!

Random thoughts about "Champions of Magic" 


Read our 2022 interviews with the cast:

- Hollie England

- Alex McAleer

- Sam Strange

- Fernando Velasco

- Richard Young 
 

Tickets at Ticketmaster.

Can't make it to see them in Toronto?  Keep your eyes on ChampionsOfMagic.co.uk/tour.html for updates to the tour schedule.  A little bird told me they'll have dates in Edmonton and Regina as part of their 2023 - 2024 tour.  Additional rumoured locations include cities in BC, SK, and NS!

 

From TO Live:

The Champions Of Magic cast present incredible interactive magic, a daring escape from Houdini’s water torture cell, a mind-blowing prediction that has to be seen to be believed, levitation high above the stage, and a finale beyond explanation. The show happens all around the theatre and features spectacular illusions that can’t be seen anywhere else.

Don’t miss this unbelievable show to entertain the entire family and see why fans return to see one of the world’s biggest touring illusion shows time and time again.

Read more and buy tickets.

 

 

From the June 22nd Tweet by TO Live:

They’ve sold out shows across the globe, been featured on every major US TV network and racked up over 50 million views online…but you haven’t seen magic until you’ve seen it live! Catch Champions Of Magic Dec. 27 to 29. 20% off for a limited time.🌠

 

They’ve sold out shows across the globe, been featured on every major US TV network and racked up over 50 million views online…but you haven’t seen magic until you’ve seen it live! Catch Champions Of Magic Dec. 27 to 29. 20% off for a limited time.🌠https://t.co/k2FHWLd0UC pic.twitter.com/U4vHXigz1p

— TO Live (@TOLiveTweets) June 22, 2023

Clear Lake: Dean Gunnarson [Jul 15 ] and Day Tripping at The Morgue

From the June 26th Instagram post by Dean Gunnarson:

I don't promote all my shows but I thought I would share this show happening Saturday July 15 at the Elkhorn Resort in beautiful Riding Mountain National Park. It's so very close to home.... 2 shows . One kids show and one more adult originated. Both are Family fun. Hope to see you there ❤️

 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Dean Gunnarson (@dean_gunnarson)

 

 

 

From the June 20th Facebook post by Dean Gunnarson:

 

 

Grand Bend: Doug the Great [Jul 1]

From the June 22nd Facebook post by Grand Bend Canada Day Celebrations Committee:

July 1 2023 come and see Doug the Great juggle and walk on stilts.

On September 14, 2002, Doug set a new Guinness world record in Brantford, for tallest stilt-walker.  He took 29 independent steps on stilts measuring 50 feet 9 inches tall and weighing a combined weight of 137 pounds. 

On May 15, 2008, Doug led 625 people (mostly students) on stilts at North Park Collegiate for the Guinness world record for most people on stilts.

 

 

 

Toronto: Garrett Thomas lecture [Jul 29]

From The Browser's Den of Magic:

Saturday July 29th

Garrett Thomas is coming to the Browser's Den! You can find details about Garrett's lecture below, and we can say this is one lecture you don't want to miss! But don't take it from just us, here's what David Blaine says about Garrett:

"As TV Magicians we try to capture the real magic that performers like Garrett Thomas do every day." "He's my favorite close-up magician; love to watch him work."
- David Blaine

If you care about magic as an art, you must see Garrett Thomas; he is like a motivational speaker for Magicians. Do you want to take it to the next level? Just spend some time with Garrett, and you will soon learn how to further your magic in simplicity, clarity, and most importantly, how to evoke astonishment.

Garrett will teach some of his effects and attendees are encouraged to come with questions related to their own magic. Garrett will address whatever areas of interest participants have. You can learn some of the effects that have made Garrett a favorite amongst top magicians and learn many touches to be applied to your own magic.

Garrett brings back magic in its purest form. His effects are simple, clean, well-thought-out pieces of magical art. Garrett is well known for his close up sleight of hand, he teaches the tools that can be applied to many of your favorite routines, and he can restore new life to some of the moves and gimmicks you already use, or have in your magic drawer at home. 

Read more and buy tickets.

 

 

 

Toronto: Used Magic Fun Day [Jul 23]

From The Browser's Den of Magic Newsletter:

Sunday, July 23

Kindly note this will not be an auction. Rather all of the used magic will be spread throughout the front and back of the shop for your consideration.

Please bring in your used magic as soon as possible and no later than July 19.
You do not have to provide us with a list. We will do an inventory of your used magic.

Read more.

 

 

 

Canadian premier of Broken Courage is tomorrow! [Jun 24]

Co-written and co-directed by David Peck (along with Nathanael Draper (writer / director) and Suon Rottana (writer)), the documentary Broken Courage has its Canadian premier at the Oakville Film Festival tomorrow!

 

From the Jun 13th upload at the CHCH News YouTube channel:

This year marks the 10th Anniversary of the Oakville Film Festival, taking place June 21st to 27th. With over 100 films screening across three theaters, including 5 Drive-In there will be lots of movies for people to go see. Today we welcomed Wendy Donnan, Executive Director of the Oakville Festivals of Film and Art, and David Peck, Director of the documentary, Broken Courage to share more about the documentary and movies.

 

 

 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Broken Courage The Movie (@brokencouragemovie)

 

 

Vancouver: Wes Barker at Friday Night Comedy At The Biltmore [Jul 28]

From the June 16th Facebook post by Dick Darrow:

Dick Darrow Productions proudly presents Friday Night Comedy At The Biltmore. “It’s the best venue for comedy in BC” Our first show is July 28. Tickets available at biltmorecabaret.com Thursday! 

Our first great feature act is Wes Barker, “Canada’s funniest Magician”

With the hilarious Byron Bertram, as master of ceremonies! And great special guests Eden PB Kaminski, Jackie Agnew, and William Corry!