Toronto: Magic@theCage has moved

From Reality Based Magic:

Our weekly show Magic@theCage has moved. Not far… we’re exactly one door to the left of where we used to be; from 292 College to 294 College (click here for Google Map Directions if you need them). Since we’re no longer technically @theCage, but merely next to The Cage or in the vicinity of The Cage we figured it was less confusing if we just updated everything. 

So now we are Magic Tonight. Same great show, same phenomenal guests. But we now have more seating capacity, a larger stage and an expanded dinner menu. The show still runs every Sunday at 7:00 PM with dinner served a 6:00 for anyone who’s hungry. 

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James Alan's Card Under Irony

From Reality Based Magic:

When I returned home from performing last night (at a wedding… with two brides… isn’t the twentieth century awesome?) to find the latest issue of Genii Magazine in my mailbox.  This issue contains a trick I submitted to them for publication several months ago and it has appeared. No one told me exactly when it was going to appear, so it was quite a pleasant surprise to see it. Genii has been around for over seventy-five years and I’m surrounded by some rather illustrious company. It feels a bit like a high school student sneaking into a really cool college party.

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Send positive thoughts to Shawn

Updated Nov 7th to add this update from Shawn's Facebook page:

Post by Shawn Farquhar.

Oh no. I hope you're feeling back to normal very soon Shawn!

From Shawn Farquhar's Facebook page:

Post by Shawn Farquhar.

Calvin Cutts in the West Lincoln’s Club West magazine

From Ring 49:

Ring 49’s member, Calvin Cutts, made the new with a two page spread in West Lincoln’s Club West magazine.   The article celebrated Calvin’s 25th anniversary as a magician!  For the full article check out pages 34 and 35 of Club West September Issue.

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Keith Brown at TEDx University of Windsor

From TEDx University of Windsor:

November 8, 2014

Keith has performed at many festivities including; private parties, corporate functions and charity events in Canada, France, Italy, Switzerland, Holland, the United States, Belgium, Czech Republic, and once, on a ship sailing the Mediterranean. He is definitely not your typical rabbit-and-hat type of magician. Keith performs many different styles of magic and specializes in close-up miracles. People who see him perform are shocked by the fact that the magic happens in their hands, in their minds and right in front of their faces. While performing at various venues, Keith mingles with the crowd, or travels from table to table using cards and other common objects to astound guests. Audiences always experience a personal and customized show. His personality is engaging. His magic is ASTONISHING!

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Avenue Edmonton’s Top 40 Under 40 for 2014

Congratulations to Sheldon Casavant, recently listed in Avenue Edmonton’s Top 40 Under 40 for 2014!

From Avenue Edmonton:

This marks the sixth year that Avenue has unveiled a Top 40 Under 40 list. And, as the city evolves, so does our list of the movers and shakers, the people who make Edmonton a great place to live.

After going through hundreds of preliminary nominations, our judges were finally charged with narrowing our field to the 40 people you’ll meet in the following pages. And, more than any other Top 40 Under 40 that has come before, the 2014 class reflects the diverse, inclusive nature of Edmonton.

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From Sheldon's Twitter feed:

Thank you @AvenueEdmonton for the #top40yeg. Fantastic to be named with other #yeg leaders! #ABCulture pic.twitter.com/5KcZOnr2Uz
— Sheldon Casavant (@SheldonCasavant) October 31, 2014

Rounding the Western rings in November

Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.

City	Club	Event(s)
Calgary, AB	Ring 66 (Calgary Magic Circle, Les Brocklesby Ring)	- Danny Orleans and Jan Rose lecture.
Edmonton, AB	Edmonton Magic Club	- n/a
Winnipeg, MB	The Magic Club of Winnipeg	- Danny Orleans and Jan Rose lecture.
Fraser Valley, BC	IBM Ring 387 (Fraser Valley Magic Circle, Celeste Evans Ring)	- Christmas Banquet. - Danny Orleans and Jan Rose lecture.
Vancouver, BC	Ring 92 (Vancouver Magic Circle)	- Vancouver Magic Circle Christmas Dinner - Vancouver Magic Circle Stage Competitions
Vancouver, BC	SAM 95  (Carl Hemeon Assembly)	- n/a
Victoria, BC	Ring 183 (Victoria Magic Circle)	- Danny Orleans and Jan Rose lecture. - Wacky Wednesday show

 
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.

Rounding the Ontario rings in November

Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.

Hamilton, ON	Ring 49 (The Doug Henning Magic Wand Club)	- David Merry lecture.
London, ON	Ring 265 (London Magician's Guild)	- Taking the stage.
Kitchener, ON	Ring 235 (The Caesar Hat & Wand Magic Circle)	- Magic Movie night.
Ottawa, ON	Ring 151 (Ottawa Society of Magicians)	- Joint meeting with the other Ottawa Club - Flea Market - Close-up magic - CHEO Charity Show
Ottawa, ON	Ottawa / Gatineau magicians	- Joint meeting with the other Ottawa Club
Toronto, ON	Ring 17 (Sid Lorraine Hat and Rabbit Club)	- Dr. Michael Rubinstein lecture and workshop.

 
Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.

Rounding the Eastern rings in November

Confirm details about dates and locations by visiting each club's website.

Halifax, NS	Ring 316 (Conjourer's Court)	- n/a - Visit their Facebook page.
St. John, NB	Magic Circle of St. John	- n/a

Please leave a comment or e-mail me about corrections or omissions.

Broken wand: Alfred Spence

From IBM Ring 92:

Alf died peacefully, following a courageous battle with cancer, on June 23, 2014. Beset by polio three months after his birth in 1925, and dependent on leg braces until his eighth year, Alf never complained for himself, and was a pillar of moral strength and physical determination for every one of his full and active 89 years. He always credited this fortune to his mother Annie Spence’s effort and encouragement, and to the Freemasons’ financial support for his 13 childhood operations.

Alf’s first love and concern was his family: wife Joyce (nee Morgan), whom he cherished for 64 years, and his children Gary (Ana), Lea MacKenzie (Ross), and Vanda (Guy). Alf’s
grandchildren were his pride and joy: Ryan MacKenzie, Shannon Hickey, Kaytlyn MacKenzie, Samantha Brown, Benjamin Brown, Damian Spence and Jason Spence. Shannon gave Alf his only great-grandchild Isla, days before his death, bringing him great happiness.

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From Legacy:

SPENCE, Alfred (Alf)
May 5, 1925 - June 23, 2014

Alf succumbed to cancer on June 23. Beset by polio three months after his birth in 1925, and dependent on leg braces until his eighth year, Alf never complained. He was always grateful for the Freemasons' financial support for his 13 childhood operations. Alf's first love and concern was his family: wife Joyce, whom he cherished for 64 years, and his children Gary (Ana), Lea (Ross), and Vanda (Guy). Alf's grandchildren were his pride and joy: Ryan, Shannon, Kaytlyn, Samantha, Benjamin, Damian, Jason and great-grandchild, Isla. Alf worked in the radio broadcasting industry in his home town of Vancouver from age 14 during WWII. Afterwards he went to Toronto and began his career at the CBC where he met Joyce.

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Dave Attwood interviews Paul Gertner

 From Attwood Magic:

DAS-October 23th, 2014 Paul Gertner

This week we were able to catch up with Angel after her lousy camping trip. Our guest this week was Paul Gertner reknown for his version of the classic magic routine cups and balls but done with metal cups and metal balls.

Read more and listen to interview.

Grateful for our November sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support.  This site would not be possible without their backing.

We're grateful to have the support of:

• Clive Court - The Fun-da-Mentalist,
• Evelyn & Phil Matlin, owners of Perfect Magic and
• Jeff Pinsky, owner of The Browser's Den of Magic!

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Who's where November 2014

Leave a comment on this post to let us know where you're going to be this month!

From Abracadabaret's Twitter feed:

This Saturday night, one of our favourite performers @chrismayhew1 will be on Monkey's Lunchbox. Tickets just $10 http://t.co/XpkbkmaVP0
— Abracadabaret (@Abracadabaret) November 24, 2014

From Trevor and Lorena's Facebook page:

Post by Trevor & Lorena - Comedy Magic Show.

From Ben Train's Facebook page:

Post by Benzi Train.

From Perfect Magic's Facebook page:

Post by Perfect Magic.

From Abracadabaret's Twitter feed [20% discount at Magic Tonight with coupon code cmagic]:

This Sunday on #magictonight @paltergeist & @james_alan Advance tickets online at http://t.co/Y6UJWzgeN3 #toronto
— Abracadabaret (@Abracadabaret) November 17, 2014

From Abracadabaret's Facebook page [20% discount at Magic Tonight with coupon code cmagic]:

Post by Abracadabaret.

Learn about a coupon code for 20% off Magic Tonight!

This Sunday, an incredible show downtown with @MikeCloseMagic @MattDisero & @james_alan #magictonight http://t.co/aGdSjJ4mS3
— Abracadabaret (@Abracadabaret) November 5, 2014

Post by James Alan.

Magic and Balloons every Monday night. 5-8 (at @BostonPizza in Calgary, AB) http://t.co/kKeoGVmND0 pic.twitter.com/FPjYfcLlSs
— James Jordan (@JJordanmagic) November 3, 2014

Post by Reveen The Next Generation.

Pumped to be billed with my buddy @Scotthammell next month at #OSLC ! pic.twitter.com/VLpii94jp5
— Keith Brown (@KeithHBrown) October 27, 2014

Details can be found at Youth Leadership Camps Canada.

Voici une chance d'assister à mon spectacle avant qu'il ne traverse l'Atlantique ! Montréal 18 oct, Québec 14-15 nov https://t.co/l19kns3qdL
— Luc Langevin (@LucLangevin) September 23, 2014

This Sunday at 7:00 on Magic@theCage, @james_alan & Paul Wildbaum. http://t.co/C8IQM8646v #magic #toronto
— Abracadabaret (@Abracadabaret) October 31, 2014

Zombie magic

From Ryan Joyce's Twitter feed:

6 Killer Magic Tricks Performed By a Zombie: http://t.co/NQE1PpqxAE via @YouTube
— Ryan Joyce (@ryanjoycemagic) October 30, 2014

Magician vs Halloween

From Ryan Joyce's Twitter feed:

Magician vs Halloween: http://t.co/wwwhSlTvrj via @YouTube
— Ryan Joyce (@ryanjoycemagic) October 26, 2014

Top 5 posts in October 2014

As we close out another month at Canada's Magic, let's have a look at the the most viewed posts:

5. Toronto: The Uncertainty Project by James Alan - That surprised me.

4. Goodbye to Morrissey Magic -- the end of an era in Toronto - Over a year later and I still can't believe it's true.

3. The importance of magic shops - Glad this one's getting views.

2. Toronto: The Ghost Experience with Jamie Stam - Would anyone like to guest report on this experience?

and the most viewed post this month  ...

1. Who's where October 2014 - Don't forget to add your appearance to our November "Who's  where" post!

Lecture: Mayhew Mayhem

In conjunction with Chris Mayhew's four show run in New York City, Chris is also giving a lecture.

From The Daily Deception:

Saturday November 8th

MAYhew MAYhem Lecture

Magic is not only a profession for Chris Mayhew, it’s a way of life. Throughout the past decade Chris Mayhew has developed a beautifully unique way to create, perform and entertain with magic which has garnered him a reputation, world-wide. He will disarm you, charm you, and make you laugh out loud with his uniquely entertaining brand of magic.

One of Canada’s most innovative and prolific magicians, Chris Mayhew creates new magic experiences like nothing you’ve seen before. Inspired, hilarious, and bold; his effects will leave you both amazed and amused.

The MAYhew MAYhem lecture consists of two parts. The first comes straight from the Mayhew working repertoire. You’re guaranteed to pick up a gem.

Read more and buy tickets.

Dave Attwood interviews Steve Hignett

   From Attwood Magic:

DAS-October 19th, 2014 Steve Hignett

This week Angel was away on vacation and we were so lucky to have Victoria Magic Circle President, Steve Hignett, join us again in studio to talk about attacking people with magic and the infamous bullet catch.

Read more and listen to interview.

Magic camp book dedication

I have in my hands a book, penned by a Canadian author, with the following dedication:

"To the kids at magic camp, and in loving memory of Y.C."

Details, and possibly a giveaway, to follow.

Luc Langevin en France

I will never look at an orange or a block of ice the same way again!

From Luc Langevin's Twitter feed:

1er passage sur un plateau français pour mes spectacles là bas en 2016. J'y fais 2 illusions...la glace est brisée https://t.co/eoI8rs9Mpr
— Luc Langevin (@LucLangevin) October 1, 2014