5. World record holding Canadian magicians - Can you name them all?
4. Pro-tip from Perfect Magic - Good advice to be sure!
3. Ryan Joyce interviews Joan Caesar - An interesting listen!
2. Richmond: Oslen and Will Tsai - Sure to be a great show!
1. Sleightly Sketchy: I AM - Or am I?
March 16, 2018
Settle in for a night of wonder and delight as Shawn Farquhar, the only magician to fool Penn and Teller twice, hosts his eleventh Cabaret of Wonders. This intimate show brings a brilliant collection of magicians to the stage, from world-renowned performers to local talent. This casual cabaret setting is perfect way to experience innovative acts, illusions, and more in a fantastical display of never-before-seen works and magical standards! Whether you’re a magic enthusiast or have dreams of bringing your own illusions to stage, the Cabaret of Wonders is a chance to see magic behind the scenes – and get up close and personal with the most talented performers from British Columbia and beyond.
Shawn Farquhar won’t be the only one demonstrating his unbelievable skills, as The Cabaret of Wonders will also be welcoming the charming James Alan, the delightful John Kaplan, and the enigmatic Henry Tom to share the stage.
Master of sleight of hand and illusions, Toronto’s James Alan will prove that the experience of magic is ideal for creating memories which last a lifetime. His goal is to prove that magic isn’t just for kids, and has created performances that are “thought-provoking, funny, astonishing and thoroughly entertaining.” He has been featured on Summerworks Performance Festival and The Hamilton Fringe Festival, and for the last two years, he has been hosting Magic Tonight.
John Kaplan, also known as the fundraising magician, has been touring Canada for three decades, performing his unique brand of family-friendly magic. His focus on fundraising through his magic shows has led to international recognition. He has shared the stage as an opening act for Jay Leno, the Boomtown Rats, and starred in the Opening Ceremonies for the Labatt National Men’s Curling Briar.
Also joining them is international award-winning Henry Tom, who is a Canadian Association of Magicians’ Close Up Magic Champion and a Vancouver Magic Circle’s Stage Magic Champion. Running a dental practice, Tom has incorporated magic into his dentistry, but has also brought his dentistry into his magic, making for a uniquely charming act!
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Mar 24, 2018
Live at The Link presents an evening of comedy and magic with Jason Palter. A 19+ licensed event at The Link for only $25 (plus HST).
Magic has never been this hilarious! Enjoy comedy, magic and mentalism together in an explosive, action-packed, interactive show. Incredible sleight-of-hand, astounding mind-reading, and spectacular large-scale tricks and illusions will make for a truly enjoyable night!
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LECTURE: Sunday March 4th at The Comedy Nest
SHOW: Tuesday March 6th at Theatre Mainline
UPDATE: Paul Vigil is also doing a workshop the evening of Saturday March 3rd.
Paul Vigil is one of the magic’s most accomplished performers. Since becoming a magician at the age of 5, Paul has gone on to become an award winning lecturer, a regular performer at The Magic Castle in LA, and the star of his own show in Las Vegas. Paul has performed all over the world and has also made numerous appearances on television, including most recently Penn and Teller’s “Fool Us!”
Paul Vigil is the author of numerous manuscripts, including his latest book “The Doors of Deception.” His first book “Classic Fantastic” has long sold out, and his new tome contains not just well-thought-out routines from his repertoire but shows how he constructs an act. It may very well sell out before he makes his way to Montreal, but he will share many of the lessons from this book with you on Sunday March 4th.
Paul Vigil’s full evening show “Magic, Mind Reading, and Mystery” is one of the most sought after, and highly reviewed shows in all of Las Vegas. He performed it in Toronto in December to a sell-out crowd and we’re happy to bring it here to Montreal for a one-night-only performance on Tuesday March 6th. The Mainline’s raked seating will ensure everybody will get the best view of the performance.
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| City | Club | Event(s) |
| Calgary, AB | Ring 66 (Calgary Magic Circle, Les Brocklesby Ring) | - Michael Ammar lecture - Make Magic |
| Edmonton, AB | Edmonton Magic Club | - Michael Ammar lecture. |
| Winnipeg, MB | The Magic Club of Winnipeg | - Michael Ammar lecture. - SYM close-up contest, mini-wands, top hats. |
| Fraser Valley, BC | IBM Ring 387 (Fraser Valley Magic Circle, Celeste Evans Ring) | - Michael Ammar lecture. - Third Monday Magic. |
| Vancouver, BC | Ring 92 (Vancouver Magic Circle) | - "Love, Magic and Dinner" starring Chris Funk |
| Vancouver, BC | SAM 95 (Carl Hemeon Assembly) | - TBA |
| Victoria, BC | Ring 183 (Victoria Magic Circle) | - Michael Ammar lecture. - Wacky Wednesday (featuring Scott Ward, Jason Verners, Dave Attwood, Murray Hatfield) |
| Montreal, QC | Ring 62 (20th Century Ring) | - Free form first Fridaze - Saturday night special - Meetup Mensuel - Sunday brunch - Instagram Tuesday |
| Hamilton, ON | Ring 49 (The Doug Henning Magic Wand Club) | - TBA. |
| London, ON | Ring 265 (London Magician's Guild) | - TBA. |
| Kitchener, ON | Ring 235 (The Caesar Hat & Wand Magic Circle) | - Dealer demo at Kind of Magic. |
| Ottawa, ON | Ring 151 (Ottawa Society of Magicians) | - Paul Vigil lecture. |
| Ottawa, ON | Ottawa / Gatineau magicians | - TBA |
| Toronto, ON | Ring 17 (Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club) | - Paul Vigil lecture. |
| Halifax, NS | Ring 316 (Conjourer's Court) | - Visit their Facebook page. |
| St. John, NB | Magic Circle of St. John | - TBA |
