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29 June 2014
A timely reminder from Perfect Magic
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# general,
~Perfect Magic
Random thoughts about 90th birthday parties
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of attending two 90th birthday celebrations, both for Toronto's very own Gordon Precious. Gordon is an absolute gentleman in every sense of the word. I've known Gordon for close to 20 years and in that time he's been consistently positive, welcoming and encouraging. He's younger at heart than many people of my generation. Simply having Gordon in your life, makes you a better person.
First up was the Browser's event:
And later in the week, a celebration by Ring 17 at their year end banquet:
Wonderful celebrations for a wonderful person! Happy birthday Gordon!
First up was the Browser's event:
- The event was extremely well attended. There were people in attendance that I didn't see that day -- it was that packed.
- It was fabulous showing of friendship from the magic community. (Folks drove in from Kitchener, Hamilton and Ottawa!)
- No one does the the Vanishing Birdcage like Gordon.
- David Merry did a set that kept everyone in stitches.
- Jeff always throws wonderful celebration parties!
- I am incapable of entering a magic shop without leaving with a purchase.
- Read more about it (and see pictures) at the Browser's Den blog.
And later in the week, a celebration by Ring 17 at their year end banquet:
- The banquet was also very well attended. (Folks also drove in from Kitchener, Hamilton and Ottawa!)
- Gordon did a wonderful set, entertaining young and old alike!
- There was a Zig-Zag illusion that went off without a hitch.
- I had no idea Gordon could breathe fire.
- Paul Wildbaum and Bill Abbott were entertaining, as always.
- See photos at the Ring 17 Facebook group.
Wonderful celebrations for a wonderful person! Happy birthday Gordon!
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'Ring 17,
~Browser's Den,
Bill Abbott,
David Merry,
Gordon Precious,
Paul Wildbaum
28 June 2014
Asi Wind Special Guest at Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp
Toronto, Ontario. - June 27th, 2014 EST - Amidst rampant magic forum speculation, Sorcerers Safari Summer Magic Camp announced it is bringing in a world renowned mentalist as the special guest at Magic Camp this summer.
With several best selling DVDs & downloads, a one-man show 'Concert of the Mind' under his belt, and a ton of great unpublished ideas – Asi Wind has lots to offer the campers. Asi Wind is famous for his exceptional performances, he's also known for consulting on David Blaine's latest special, which has received international acclaim. Now imagine what it would be like to spend a camp session with him?!
Read more.
This year Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp runs from Friday August 15th through to Wednesday August 20th. They are currently taking registrations at http://www.sorcererssafari.ca
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~Sorcerers Safari Magic Camp,
Asi Wind
27 June 2014
Toronto: Big Sale at Browser's Den!
From Browser's Den of Magic:
SATURDAY JULY 19th BIG SALE OF MAGIC TRICKS/PROPS & BOOKS!AT: Browser's Den of Magic!
(Admission-Free)
Dear Magic Friends,
Over the past couple of weeks we have acquired some collections of used magic in very good condition.
On the date above the collection of books, tricks, props will be available for sale as soon as our doors open.
Read more.
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_Toronto,
-ON,
+Canada,
~Browser's Den
26 June 2014
Halifax: Francis Menotti lecture
From
Magic Information Canada's Twitter stream
:
Added @FrancisJMenotti lecture in Halifax TONIGHT (Thursday Jun 26) to http://t.co/Q7MlBSEtGj @roddoiron
— Doug C. (@magicinfo_ca) June 26, 2014
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_Halifax,
-NS,
# lecture,
+Canada,
Francis Menotti
Review: The Uncertainty Project
From Mooney on Theatre:
James Alan’s stage magic leaves Toronto audiences stunned, at the Wychwood Theatre
“How did he do that?” I asked myself this countless times during James Alan: The Uncertainty Project which is currently playing at the Wychwood Theatre. The show, written by Alan and directed by James Biss, is one full of magic and illusion that is both impressive and entertaining.
Read more.
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# media,
# review,
James Alan
25 June 2014
Quebec: Luc Langevin
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-QC,
+Canada,
Luc Langevin
24 June 2014
David Merry, Bob Cates nominated for Best Variety Act
Voting opens today. Best of luck Dave and Bob!
From Canadian Comedy:
From Canadian Comedy:
NOMINEES IN THE 2014 CANADIAN COMEDY AWARDS
Live / Best Variety Act
- David Merry [warning: sound]
- Morro and Jasp
- Shirley Gnome
- Wes Borg
Read more.
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# general,
Bob Cates,
David Merry
23 June 2014
Toronto: Return of The Conjuror
From Soul Pepper Theatre:
December 30
Embark on a voyage of imagination and wonder as David Ben brings his critically acclaimed The Conjuror to Soulpepper. Be transported back to the year 1909 and the legendary St. George's Hall in London where audiences came to be enchanted by paradox - the Golden Age of Magic!
Read more and buy tickets.
22 June 2014
Greg Frewin on Breakfast Television
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# media,
Greg Frewin
21 June 2014
Review: Card Table Artifice
From The Star:
Ever wanted to be a card sharp or a Mississippi riverboat gambler? Then S.W. Erdnase’s The Expert at the Card Table is essential reading.
Known in magical circles simply as Erdnase, this much admired Bible of card manipulation was published in 1902 and, in detailed, polished and unemotional prose, exposes many tricks of the trade, including blind shuffles, bottom dealing, stocking and locating specific cards, palming and legerdemain.
The work inspired a string quartet with narration, written by composer Gavin Bryars and Spanish poet Juan, which premiered in 1997. And now Toronto magician David Ben has added yet another layer for the 2014 Luminato Festival.
Read more.
20 June 2014
Random thoughts on The Uncertainty Project
Last night I had the pleasure of attending The Uncertainty Project by James Alan. I had spent the day volunteering my time for the benefit of school age children and had already experienced more than my share of excitement and uncertainty. (All's well that ends well, thankfully.) I was a little apprehensive about filling my evening with more uncertainty. I'm glad I did.
- There will never, ever be a show exactly like the show I saw. (At least, it's highly improbable.)
- The audience is a wild card for which it is nearly impossible to be completely prepared.
- I find it hard to live tweet and watch a show at the same time. (I really do know how to spell your name Mahdi.)
- As near as I can tell, no rabbits were harmed in the creation of the show.
- Any show with links to Heisenberg, Einstein, Fermat, Schrödinger, and Douglas Adams, is cool in my books.
- I'm not ashamed to admit that I was "one of the two people" who was bothered by claims made on the third piece of glass. I checked. I'm not going to tell you what I discovered.
- Sometimes it's a good thing that magicians are tall.
- Arithmetic is important.
- Crowdsourcing seems to be a surprisingly effective way to get out of a jam.
- There were some very powerful moments.
- I was absolutely entertained.
The Uncertainty Project continues for two more nights.
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# CM,
# report,
James Alan
Captain Corbin on Rogers TV
From Captain Corbin's Twitter feed:
More with Captain Corbin The Magical Pirate - London - Rogers TV http://t.co/rXrsdjCx5E
— Captain Corbin (@Captain_Corbin) June 3, 2014
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# media,
# video,
Michael Fisher
19 June 2014
Classifieds: Sale on Magic Props and Clown Supplies
The following is a classified ad from Chris Van Krieken:
--
ONE-DAY SALE OF MAGIC PROPS & CLOWN SUPPLIES
I have been a clown and children's entertainer in Toronto for about 18 years. I need to clean my closets!!
I am selling tons of magic props, clown supplies, costumes, and books. I will also be selling one of my bunnies to a good owner.
Here are the details:
THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014
12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Chris Van Krieken
Suite 807, 80 Inverlochy Blvd
Thornhill, ON
L3T 4P3
DOOR CODE: Please call ahead or e-mail for door code.
PHONE: (416) 702-2106
E-MAIL: chrisvk@sympatico.ca
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# classifieds
Sheldon Casavant on Global News
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# media,
# video,
Sheldon Casavant
18 June 2014
James Alan on Beyond the Mundane
The Uncertainty Project by James Alan opens tonight.
From Reality Based Magic:
From Reality Based Magic:
On Friday, May 31, I was on Beyond the Mundane hosted by Elsie Lynn Leyland and Randi St.Claire. It’s a very long interview and we cover a wide range of topics from magic, belief and disbelief. But mostly we’re talking about The Uncertainty Project. You can “watch” the interview here, even though this is supposed to be radio.
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# interview,
# video,
James Alan
17 June 2014
Hamilton-Brantford Exchange: Change of Location!
From Ring 49:
Good Evening Members & Friends of Hamilton IBM Ring #49:
Sorry for the short notice, but I have just been advised that the original location for Tuesday night’s exchange meeting place in Brantford has been changed due to a double booking of the facility.
Read more.
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_Brantford,
-ON,
'Ring 49,
+Canada
Montreal: Steve Valentine lecture
From Montreal Magic Jam:
[via Magic Information Canada]
Steve Valentine
When:Saturday June 21
Where: Espace La Risée
1258 Bélanger Est, Montréal
In 2013, actor and two-time Magic Castle Close-up Magician of the Year, Steve Valentine presented his first ever-lecture at the Magic Castle, and he tipped EVERYTHING. Not just his original effects, but also real-world handlings and classic tricks almost lost in oblivion. Now a year later, Steve has won The Magic Castle’s 2013 Lecturer of the Year award, and has even more to share.
Read more.
[via Magic Information Canada]
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_Montreal,
-QC,
# lecture,
+Canada,
Steve Valentine
16 June 2014
Keith Brown wins London Fringe Impresario
Congratulations on winning the Impresario Keith!
From Theatre London:
The 2014 Fringe Awards were announced at tonight’s Fringe Fried awards ceremony. The “TiLees” baseball caps, featuring a new logo designed by Walter Sayers, were presented in eight categories; the first five, selected by Theatre in London.ca’s team of volunteer reviewers, went to:
Read more.
And from Keith Brown's Twitter feed:
can’t believe I won the Impresario! Thank you @LondonFringe @theatreinlondon & supporting patrons!! http://t.co/JSEZHfwX2h #LdnFringe
— Keith Brown (@KeithHBrown) June 15, 2014
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~London Fringe Festival,
Keith Brown
14 June 2014
Toronto: Luiz Castro coin class
From the Browser's Den of Magic:
[via Magic Information Canada]
LUIZ CASTRO FREE MAGIC COIN CLASS AT 'BROWSER'S DEN' ON: Saturday, June 28th.
Luiz recently won the A1 Radio Toronto Magic Competition coming in first place amongst the other worthy competitors. Luiz's act consisted of excellent stage manipulation.
Read more.
[via Magic Information Canada]
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_Toronto,
-ON,
+Canada,
~Browser's Den,
Luiz Castro
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