Another in an occasional series of sleightly sketchy thoughts.
14 January 2025
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A quick reminder of our earlier Mail as Medicine request for Katie Hunt. If you have the time, Katie and Doug would both benefit from hearing from their friends!
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13 January 2025
Toronto: Magic Guys at Work -- A Night of Magic and Misdirection [Feb 16]
Catch Magic Ian and Fish the Magish atJohn Candy Box Theatre! Tickets at The Second City.
From the January 13th Instagram post by Magic Ian:
Bucket List show! Performing at the legendary John Candy Bix Theatre on York St in Toronto on February 16! Are YOU coming?
Ajax & Toronto: The Magic Mel Show [Jan 18, Jan 25]
Tickets at
Eventbrite.
From the December 29th
Instagram post by Magic Mel:
✨ THE MAGIC MEL SHOW IS COMING TO AJAX! ✨
π Location: St. Francis Centre, Ajax
π Showtime: 2 PM
π️ Tickets: Available now! Click the link in my bio to grab yours before they disappear!
Join Magic Mel, for an unforgettable afternoon filled with magic, laughter, and wonder. Perfect for the whole family!
π Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic live! π
From the January 2nd Instagram post by Magic Mel:
π✨ I am excited to announce- My Show is Coming to Wychwood Theatre in Toronto this January!!! π©✨. @tyttheatre
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Magic Mel brings the magic to life in an upbeat, hilarious, and interactive show that’s fun for the whole family! ππͺ
π Date: January 25, 2025
π₯ Showtimes: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
π Venue: Wychwood Theatre, 76 Wychwood Avenue, Toronto
π️ Tickets: Available now! Grab yours through the link in my bio.
This self-empowering show is packed with wonder, laughter, and magical moments for all ages. Don’t miss out on the chance to create incredible memories with your loved ones! ππ©π¨π©π§π¦
Toronto: Sleightly Insane with Mikey Valladares [Jan 19]
Updated January 15th to correct the date in the title.
Tickets at Eventbrite.
From the December 27th Instagram post by Mikey Valladares:
π️ Ever seen a magician who’s funny, edgy, AND slightly unhinged? That’s Mikey V. His one-man show Sleightly Insane is 60 minutes of mind-blowing magic, hilarious comedy, and one silent act so good, it might make you cry (or at least pretend not to). π✨
Get your tickets now at the link in bio and prepare to laugh, gasp, and wonder what just happened. Seriously, it’s that good. Don’t miss it! π₯π
12 January 2025
Gabriella Lester -- She made her choice to live -- on the DEAD Talks podcast
This episode is also available on
Spotify
and other podcast hosts.
From the Episode 182 of the DEAD Talks podcast, "She made her choice to live | Gabriella Lester" at Apple podcasts:
In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Gabriella Lester, a renowned magician and escape artist, to discuss a crucial and delicate topic: mental health and coping with loss. Gabriella shares her harrowing experience of losing her boyfriend to suicide, just weeks after their breakup, and the subsequent emotional turmoil she faced. She also bravely opens up about her own past suicide attempt at the age of 16, offering a unique dual perspective on both losing someone and surviving after a suicidal attempt. Gabriella reflects on the importance of living and grieving, the impact of one's decisions on loved ones, and finding balance amidst the chaos. This episode delves into life, loss, resilience, and the critical conversations we must have around mental health. Gabriella Lester is a well known Magician x Escape Artist.
For more on Gabriella Lester: https://www.instagram.com/thegabriellalester/?hl=en
From the November 11th
Instagram post by DEAD Talks podcast:
From the December 4th Instagram post by Gabriella Lester:
Carisa Hendrix and Erik Tait intervied by Dr. Todd on The Magician's Workshop podcast
From the January 6th upload "Magician's Workshop Ep.2 Carisa Hendrix AKA Lucy Darling talks Magic, Life, and Trends" at The Magician's Workshop Podcast YouTube channel:
In this engaging conversation, magician Carisa Hendrix shares her journey from an introverted child to a celebrated performer known for her character Lucy Darling. She discusses her early inspirations, the challenges she faced, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career, including her world record for fire eating. Carisa reflects on the evolution of her performance style, the importance of character work, and the impact of social media on her success. She also delves into the current zeitgeist of entertainment, exploring the concept of meta-modernity and how it influences her art. The conversation concludes with Carisa's future plans and her commitment to creating meaningful connections through her performances.
From the December 28th upload "Episode 1. Erik Tait's Magical journey with Penguin Magic" at The Magician's Workshop Podcast YouTube channel:
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Todd interviews Eric Tate, an award-winning magician and comedian, who shares his journey into the world of magic, his experiences performing at various venues, and the impact of television on his career. Eric discusses his role at Penguin Magic, the process of creating and producing magic products, and the importance of teaching magic effectively. He also highlights memorable moments from Penguin Live and shares exciting upcoming projects, including a new book and a unique magic effect.
Be sure to check out the bonus video as well!
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