I first had the pleasure of seeing Ryan perform in 2001 at the CAM Stage Competition where he earned himself a silver medal. Ryan's shows have raised over 2 million dollars for various charities nationwide. Have a peek at his promo reel below, to see him in action.
Ryan's currently touring Ontario. You can catch him TONIGHT (March 24) in Kitchener and TOMORROW night (March 25) in Niagara Falls / Welland. Both shows will be presented in support of The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada. He also has dates in Oshawa, Georgetown, Owen Sound and Sutton.
Visit his website to purchase tickets or for more details about show times and locations.
24 March 2011
Ontario: Ryan Joyce
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_Welland,
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+Canada,
Ryan Joyce
22 March 2011
Toronto: Piff Paff Poof run extended!
From Sharing Wonder:
Read Inside Toronto's write up about Julie and the show.
We are delighted to announce that our family-friendly magic show, Piff Paff Poof, has been held over at the Lower Ossington Theatre for all weekends in April. Show dates and tickets are now available here.
Read Inside Toronto's write up about Julie and the show.
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Julie Eng,
Mark Lewis,
Richard Lyn,
Tricky Ricky
All-New Jay Sankey Drinking Game
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Lee Asher
21 March 2011
Review: The Shadow Cutter
From the Ottawa Citizen:
We see Vernon hungering to learn an elusive sleight of hand known as the centre deal. And we watch as, uninterested in earning money by performing his tricks publicly, he pieces together a living as a shadow cutter, someone paid to cut silhouettes of people from black paper, once a popular art form.
Vernon's life, in other words, was consumed by a deck of cards, something so small you can put it in your pocket but with a reach so vast it can devour those who fall in love with it.Visit Ottawa's Great Canadian Theatre Company website to purchase tickets or for more information.
Read more...
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+Canada,
~The Shadow Cutter,
Dai Vernon
18 March 2011
Japan
Canadian Aaron Jones (currently living in Japan) is featured on a Magic Newswire podcast discussing this week's tragic events. Aaron has also been blogging about events in Japan as they transpire. Additionally, within the Japanese magic community there are fundraisers being announced such as the Shikoku Public Magic show and lecture note sales. I'm sure there will be many more to follow.
Locally, Shawn Farquhar mentioned on Facebook that a fundraiser for Japan Relief (Red Cross) in BC is still looking for acts.
Other ways in which Canadians can help the relief efforts overseas can be found in this Toronto Star article.
Locally, Shawn Farquhar mentioned on Facebook that a fundraiser for Japan Relief (Red Cross) in BC is still looking for acts.
Other ways in which Canadians can help the relief efforts overseas can be found in this Toronto Star article.
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+Canada,
+Japan,
Aaron Jones
Links for 2011-Mar-18
- Apply for a scholarship for Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp from the Society of American Magicians Magic Endowment Fund
- BrowsersDen.ca link round up:
- Ellusionist and Theory 11 items for sale
- Aaron Fisher on Sunday, March 20
- Roy Kueppers on March 27
- Auction on April 10
- Lecleric Show episodes on YouTube:
69. Impaled Card Trick - Day 69 of 365
70. The Flying Subway Wrapper - Day 70 of 365
71. The Deck Vanish - Day 71 of 365
72. The Teleporting Match - Day 72 of 365
73. Livestrong In Dominican - Day 73 of 365
74. Self Opening Cigarette Pack - DAY 74 of 365
75. Taking Off Your Finger - Day 75 of 365
76. The Hovering Pour - Day 76 of 365
15 March 2011
Happy 14th birthday CAM!
The Canadian Association of Magicians (CAM) was founded on March 15, 1997 by Joan Caesar. The creation of CAM as our national magic representative allowed us to apply for membership to FISM. In the year 2000, CAM was accepted as a FISM member and Canadian magicians could, for the first time compete under the Canadian banner at FISM's World Championship of Magic.
CAM also hosts CAMaraderie, a now yearly national magic convention. This year's CAMaraderie will run from July 28th to 31st in Vancouver, BC and will be held in conjuntion with the annual convention of the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians (PCAM) under the guidance of the Vancouver Magic Circle (Ring 92).
Thank you Joan, for creating this wonderful national association 14 years ago!
For more information about the organization please visit the CAM website or the CAM Wikipedia entry. Please visit magicianconvention.com for details about the joint CAM/P-CAM convention.
CAM also hosts CAMaraderie, a now yearly national magic convention. This year's CAMaraderie will run from July 28th to 31st in Vancouver, BC and will be held in conjuntion with the annual convention of the Pacific Coast Association of Magicians (PCAM) under the guidance of the Vancouver Magic Circle (Ring 92).
Thank you Joan, for creating this wonderful national association 14 years ago!
For more information about the organization please visit the CAM website or the CAM Wikipedia entry. Please visit magicianconvention.com for details about the joint CAM/P-CAM convention.
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_Vancouver,
-BC,
'Ring 92,
+Canada,
~CAM,
~PCAM,
Joan Caesar
11 March 2011
Links for 2011-Mar-11
- Caleb Wiles blogs about his lectures in:
- Toronto (mentions of Ben Train, Simon Lovell, Greg Frewin, Lee Asher, David Acer, Jay Sankey, and videos of Jeff Hinchliffe, Chris Westfall, Glenn West and Mahdi Gilbert)
- Ottawa (video with Eric Leclerc and Ben Train)
- Montreal (mentions of Derrick Chung, Grant McSorley, Yves Tourigny, Ekaterina)
- New York (video of Ben Train)
- Piff Paff Poof!
- reviews
- another contest to win tickets and prize pack
- ticket deals
- Rocky the tiger takes a well deserved snack break during his visit with Greg Frewin on Real Life! [h/t: @LeeAsherMagic]
- @magicassistant raising money for Big Brothers and Big Sisters
- The Flight of Time by David Ben
- Lecleric Show episodes on YouTube:
62. Beginner Lego Magic Trick - Day 62 of 365
63. The Charlie Sheen Magic Trick - Day 63 of 365
64. Julie the Magnificent - Day 64 of 365
65. This one time... at Magic Camp... - 65 of 365
66. Pizza Man Mentalism - DAY 66 of 365
67. Magic Trick While Getting Chest Waxed - DAY 67 of 365
68. 4 Phase Colour Change - Day 68 of 365
07 March 2011
Book launch: "The Lives of a Showman"
Last Friday I had the pleasure of attending a book launch party for “The Lives of a Showman” by Mark Lewis. (I live tweeted the event with the tag #TLOAS though I missed tagging a few tweets here and there.)
Upon entering Browser’s Den of Magic, I was instructed to direct my attention upward. Hanging from the ceiling were more than a dozen cheerful Lee Asher sign creations containing “Markisms” such as “If they were all the nine of hearts it would look like this” and “You're quite slow, do you work for the post office?” The mood was set!
It was clear that Mark has a tremendous amount of support in the local magic community! I found myself shoulder-to-shoulder with Jeff Pinsky, Jeff Hinchliffe, Ariel Fralich, Mia Ngueyn and Adam Harmes who had all made contributions to, or were mentioned in, the book. Other notables present include*: Gordon Precious, Owen Anderson, Paul Pacific, Chris Westfall, John Pellatt, Richard Lyn, John Michalson, Shawna Ross-York, Dan McLean, Steve Shrott, Joe Schwarcz and young Daniel (one of Mark’s students).
While reading from his book, we were regaled with stories of Mark’s experiences with The Worst Audience Ever at The Blue Angel and his early days of (not so) psychic readings in Ireland with Adam Harmes. Mark also read a piece written about him by Mai Nguyen, winner of the Jerry Gladman Memorial Scholarship in Journalism.
To round out the evening we were treated to James Alan’s rendition of Mark’s “Pig Trick” and then we all laughed ourselves silly through Jeff Hinchliffe’s impersonation of Mark doing his Svengali deck hustle.
It is always a delightful experience to hear an author read his own words. If the rest of the book is even half as entertaining as the launch party, it should be a good read indeed!
To purchase “The Lives of a Showman” visit Mark's website, Browser’s Den of Magic or contact your local magic dealer.
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* If I’ve missed listing anyone who was there please send me an e-mail or leave a comment below! Thank you to John Pellatt, Ariel Fralich and James Alan for providing attendee intel on the parts of the room I didn’t make it to.
Upon entering Browser’s Den of Magic, I was instructed to direct my attention upward. Hanging from the ceiling were more than a dozen cheerful Lee Asher sign creations containing “Markisms” such as “If they were all the nine of hearts it would look like this” and “You're quite slow, do you work for the post office?” The mood was set!
It was clear that Mark has a tremendous amount of support in the local magic community! I found myself shoulder-to-shoulder with Jeff Pinsky, Jeff Hinchliffe, Ariel Fralich, Mia Ngueyn and Adam Harmes who had all made contributions to, or were mentioned in, the book. Other notables present include*: Gordon Precious, Owen Anderson, Paul Pacific, Chris Westfall, John Pellatt, Richard Lyn, John Michalson, Shawna Ross-York, Dan McLean, Steve Shrott, Joe Schwarcz and young Daniel (one of Mark’s students).
While reading from his book, we were regaled with stories of Mark’s experiences with The Worst Audience Ever at The Blue Angel and his early days of (not so) psychic readings in Ireland with Adam Harmes. Mark also read a piece written about him by Mai Nguyen, winner of the Jerry Gladman Memorial Scholarship in Journalism.
To round out the evening we were treated to James Alan’s rendition of Mark’s “Pig Trick” and then we all laughed ourselves silly through Jeff Hinchliffe’s impersonation of Mark doing his Svengali deck hustle.
It is always a delightful experience to hear an author read his own words. If the rest of the book is even half as entertaining as the launch party, it should be a good read indeed!
To purchase “The Lives of a Showman” visit Mark's website, Browser’s Den of Magic or contact your local magic dealer.
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* If I’ve missed listing anyone who was there please send me an e-mail or leave a comment below! Thank you to John Pellatt, Ariel Fralich and James Alan for providing attendee intel on the parts of the room I didn’t make it to.
06 March 2011
Edmonton: Abra-Kid-Abra
From Sahida [pdf]:
[h/t: Gwyn Auger]
Family Magic Show: ABRA-KID-ABRA -- DO YOU BELIEVE IN MAGIC?
Then don’t miss Abra-Kid-Abra on Saturday, April 2nd 2011. The Edmonton Magic Club and Al Shamal Shrine Clowns are proud to present a magic extravaganza for the senses. Two hours of incredible magic! From close up magicians to strolling performers and balloon twisters, the magic will overwhelm you from the moment you walk in the door. Then the curtains open with a full stage show featuring some of the best magicians Edmonton has to offer. We’re even going to take a boy or girl from the audience ... and make him or her float in the air. That’s right, FLOAT!
If you enjoy magic – if you enjoy being amazed – if you enjoy laughing and having fun, you need to be at Abra-Kid-Abra! This is a show for all age groups, grand parents to grand children. Tickets are limited, so get yours today! Tickets will be available shortly through unit heads and the Shrine Office.
[h/t: Gwyn Auger]
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'Edmonton Magic Club,
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04 March 2011
Ottawa: The Shadow Cutter
"The Shadow Cutter" is a play about Dai Vernon staged in his city of birth, by Ottawa's Great Canadian Theatre Company.
From their website:
[h/t: The Magic Newswire]
From their website:
Step into the seductive world of magic, where secrets are currency and illusion rules supreme. In The Shadow Cutter, two actors take us on a dramatic journey through the remarkable life of Dai Vernon, the Ottawa-born magician who earned his international reputation as the only man ever to fool Houdini. Pierre Brault’s newest play conjures up Dai’s lifelong, obsessive quest for the ultimate card trick, and the unexpected cost of mastering it.Visit their website to purchase tickets or for more information.
[h/t: The Magic Newswire]
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_Ottawa,
-ON,
+Canada,
~The Shadow Cutter,
Dai Vernon
Calgary: A Brush With Death
"A Brush With Death" is Calgary’s first nightclub magic act exclusively for adults. Self-described as "an intimage evening of morbid comedy and macabre magic" it is hosted by Yeats Wong, features Curtis Brown (The Rolling Magician), headlines Brent Smith and has a special appearance by Gwyn Auger.
Visit BrushWithDeath.ca for more information or to purchase tickets.
Visit BrushWithDeath.ca for more information or to purchase tickets.
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_Calgary,
-AB,
~A Brush With Death,
Brent Smith,
Curtis Brown,
Gwyn Auger,
Yeats Wong
Links for 2011-Mar-4
- Andrew Musgrave names Jay Sankey as Favourite Creator
- Piff Paff Poof Theatre Contest
(Enter for your chance to WIN one of three prize packs for the March 17th show).
- Lecleric Show episodes on YouTube:
55. Girl of My Dreams - Eric Vanier (Day 55 of 365)
56. Cigarette Snorting - Day 56 of 365
57. iPhone Magic Trick - Day 57 of 365
58. Live Mentalism - DAY 58 of 365
59. Disappearing Card Trick - Day 59 of 365
60. Snow Day - DAY 60 of 365
61. Rubik's Cube Dilema - Day 61 of 365
03 March 2011
Windsor: Keith Brown and the Kama Sutra Improv fundraiser
Keith Brown will be entertaining as part of the Kama Sutra Improv dinner theatre fundraiser at Escape Cafe On The River
Keith's set will run from 5:30-6pm.
All proceeds from the show go to sending orphaned and disabled children to a school run by the Project India foundation.
Visit the Facebook page for more details.
Keith's set will run from 5:30-6pm.
All proceeds from the show go to sending orphaned and disabled children to a school run by the Project India foundation.
Visit the Facebook page for more details.
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_Windsor,
-ON,
+Canada,
Keith Brown
Shawn Farquhar: Cover Boy
Shawn Farquhar is the cover boy for Issue 21 of Reelmagic Magazine. Visit their website to view previous editions or to subscribe.
[h/t: @magiChampion]
[h/t: @magiChampion]
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~Reelmagic Magazine,
Shawn Farquhar
01 March 2011
Broken wand: Walter Earl Hopkins
Found at ConjurersCourt.ca:
Visit the online guestbook at legacy.com
HOPKINS, Walter Earl, QC – On February 22, 2011 we said goodbye to Walter Earl Hopkins (1933-2011); husband of 44 years to Dorothy (Fleming); dad to Susan and Glenn; Hoppy to friends and family; and Grandpa to Sam, Savannah and Siena. Walter practiced law for over 40 years in the Halifax area. Before completing his law degree at Dalhousie (1966) he spent 7 years in the Air Force and right into his 70's he still loved to go to the Officer's Mess on Friday evenings. Most of all he loved performing, practicing, and dreaming about magic and being a magician. His first show was as a young boy, his last as a 75 year old man. Sam (6) described his Grandpa as gone to another world like Luke Skywalker, and Savvy (4) and Siena (3) waved goodbye to him in the sky while enjoying one of his favourite things – cookies. So as a family that is how we all choose to say goodbye and remember him. Thank you to the many wonderful family and friends who have supported us through this difficult time. We will honour Walter's wishes for a small farewell with family from the home he loved very much and never really wanted to ever leave.
Visit the online guestbook at legacy.com
Labels:
# broken wand,
Walter Hopkins (Hoppy)
28 February 2011
CAM website: new look and feel
If you haven't already, drop by CAMmagic.org to have a peek at the new Canadian Association of Magicians website!
Edited to add: CAM's also hosting a contest to win a free copy of The Unsinkable Titanic Thompson by Carlton Stowers. Check the website for contest details.
Edited to add: CAM's also hosting a contest to win a free copy of The Unsinkable Titanic Thompson by Carlton Stowers. Check the website for contest details.
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~CAM
27 February 2011
Rounding the Western rings in March
Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.
City | Club | Event(s) |
Calgary, AB | Ring 66 (Calgary Magic Circle, Les Brocklesby Ring) | - James Jordan lecture - Brush With Death - Chad Long lecture - Jr. Magic Club - Garden Variety Show with Yeats Wong and Gwyn Auger |
Edmonton, AB | Edmonton Magic Club | - N/A |
Vancouver, BC | Ring 92 (Vancouver Magic Circle) | - Executive meeting - Past Presidents and One Trick Night - Local SAM 95 lecture by Jason England |
Victoria, BC | Ring 183 (Victoria Magic Circle) | - Tony Award competition - Teach a Trick: Colin Holt |
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.
Rounding the Ontario rings in March
Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.
Hamilton, ON | Ring 49 (The Doug Henning Magic Wand Club) | - Oscar Munoz lecture |
London, ON | London Magician's Guild | - Silk magic by Jon Akrey |
Kitchener, ON | Ring 235 (The Caesar Hat & Wand Magic Circle) | - Annual auction |
Ottawa, ON | Ring 151 (Ottawa Society of Magicians) | - An Old Favourite - Charity Show: Rehabilitation Hospital Show - Oscar Munoz lecture |
Toronto, ON | Ring 17 (Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club) | - Member's show and tell - Oscar Munoz lecture |
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.
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