From Ted and Marion Outerbridge's Facebook page:
27 April 2017
26 April 2017
Shane Cobalt at the Magic Castle until April 30th
From Shane Cobalt's Facebook page:
This week, April 24-30, I will be performing at the World Famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California! I will be in the early parlor for those interested.
25 April 2017
Toronto: Magic auction
From the Browser's Den of Magic:
SUNDAY, JUNE 4, 2017
At ‘Browser’s Den of Magic’
Cost to Attend: Free!
Dear Magic Friends,
It is time for another fun-filled and bargain-filled magic auction!
This is the time of the year when you our dear customers get to bid on magic equipment, tricks, books and dvd’s at fantastically low prices.
For those who would like to bring in 'magic' to be auctioned off the deadline to bring your used magic to Browser's is Wednesday, May 24.
Please note that you may bring in no more than 3 LOTS. However, a LOT may consist of more than one item. Please try to make sure that everything has directions and is in good working order.
Also, please make sure to include a list of the items you are bringing in to be auctioned off along with your name, phone number and email address.Magic Auction Bunny
We have been doing these auctions for 41 years. Auctions are a lot of fun!
For those who have never attended one of our auctions, you are missing out on tremendous bargains as most of the magic sells for at least half their regular prices.
Thank you for your continued support - Jeff Pinsky, Jeff Hinchliffe & The Browser's Den Team
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to call and discuss with Jeff Pinsky.
Read more.
24 April 2017
23 April 2017
Broken wand: Edna Scott
We were notified by Dennis Schick, the editor of the Broken Wand in the International Brotherhood of Magician's magazine, The Linking Ring, of the passing of Edna Scott from Tillsonburg, Ontario. Edna passed late last year on December 29, 2016.
We would appreciate it if anyone had information about Edna to share with us.
We would appreciate it if anyone had information about Edna to share with us.
22 April 2017
Welcoming Murray Hatfield as CAM President
On Thursday, at the PCAM / CAM 2017 convention, Joan Caesar swore in Murray Hatfield as President of the Canadian Association of Magicians!
Congratulations Murray, and thank you for taking on this important role!
Watch Brent Smith's video of the event on Facebook:
Here's a snapshot of Tweets from the convention:
#PCAM2017 Tweets
Congratulations Murray, and thank you for taking on this important role!
Watch Brent Smith's video of the event on Facebook:
Here's a snapshot of Tweets from the convention:
#PCAM2017 Tweets
21 April 2017
20 April 2017
Toronto: Seol Park lecture
From IBM Ring 17:
Monday, May 1
FISM winner Seol Park will be lecturing for the club on a special date, Monday, May 1 at the regular location. More information coming soon.
Read more and buy tickets.
19 April 2017
Shawn Farquhar in the Agassiz Harrison Observer
From the Agassiz Harrison Observer:
Full of confusion and illusion, Shawn Farquhar’s Cabaret of Wonders is back for its last installment of the season — and with an international roster of magicians, it might be the most phenomenal performance yet! On Apr. 21 Shawn Farquhar will once again be perplexing audiences at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre, this time with a little help from England and Germany.
Described by Farquhar as “one of the finest magicians in the world,” Axel Hecklau is making the trek from Berlin, Germany to Chilliwack, and he’s bringing his magic along with him. With over 30 years of experience perfecting his skills and performances in nearly 50 cities across the globe, Hecklau has built a reputation as one of the top magicians, not only in Germany but world-wide.
Read more.
18 April 2017
Toronto: Karl Hein lecture
From the Browser's Den of Magic:
Sunday, May 21
Karl Hein is known all over the world for his amazing ability.
The routines that he will perform and teach at the lecture are audience tested in front of laymen.
Karl will use many of his routines to teach basic and advanced moves and principles of magic and misdirection.
And most importantly you will learn his 'Go with the Flow' approach as Karl provides alternate handlings to meet varying skill levels and explains how to change routines depending on your audience conditions.
You will be presented with routines with cards, coins, bills, ropes and cream filled goodies.
You will learn: Heinsight (Open Prediction); Square Deal (Magic Square); False Shuffles & Cuts; Heiny 500; Just Say Twinkie; Rainmaker; Cube FX (Rubik's Cube Routine); Three Degrees of Separation; Hein's Catch Up (Updated Copper, Brassk, Silver routine) and if time permitting...even more!
Read more and buy tickets.
17 April 2017
16 April 2017
Broken wand: Sophia Szilagyl
We were notified by Dennis Schick, the editor of the Broken Wand in the International Brotherhood of Magician's magazine, The Linking Ring, of the passing of Sophia Szilagyl from Guelph, Ontario.
We would appreciate it if anyone has any information about Sophia to share with us.
We would appreciate it if anyone has any information about Sophia to share with us.
15 April 2017
Wes Barker: Magician on tour
Wes Barker has a new web series about his touring life.
Here's episode two, to give you a feel. (With appearances by Chris Mayhew, Jonah Babins, Keith Brown, and Lee Asher.)
From Wes' YouTube channel:
Here's episode two, to give you a feel. (With appearances by Chris Mayhew, Jonah Babins, Keith Brown, and Lee Asher.)
From Wes' YouTube channel:
14 April 2017
Chilliwack: Cabaret of Wonders VIII
From the Chilliwack Cultural Centre's Facebook page:
Join Shawn Farquhar and his incredible lineup of magicians: Axel Hecklau and Keith Fields, as he hosts Cabaret of Wonders VIII on April 21, at 7:30pm! The intimate performance will be an evening of incredible fantastic illusions that are complimented by the cabaret-style setting where drinks can be brought into the theatre.
13 April 2017
Darcy Oake in CBC News Manitoba
See Darcy June 6 and 7 at the Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg.
Watch Darcy's segment on CTV Morning Live.
From CBC News Manitoba:
Watch Darcy's segment on CTV Morning Live.
From CBC News Manitoba:
Illusionist Darcy Oake will wow fans at two shows in Winnipeg in June, and 100 per cent of the proceeds will go toward the construction of a new addiction treatment centre he says his hometown sorely needs.
Oake skyrocketed to fame three years ago after appearing on Britain's Got Talent, and now he's turning his attention toward an issue that is close to his heart.
Oake's brother Bruce Oake died after an overdose six years ago. The family started the Bruce Oake Foundation to raises awareness of addiction issues and fundraise for a long-term treatment centre like the one Bruce attended in Alberta.
Read more.
12 April 2017
11 April 2017
Sign up for The Newest Trick in the Book
From the Facebook page of The Newest Trick in the Book:
As Toronto's only magic open-mic, we get a lot of messages from people wanting to be on the lineup. Well, we'd love to have you!
The process is REALLY simple. Attend ONE show (it's free!) so you can see the space and show some support to your fellow performers. Then speak to either Benzi Train or Jonah Babins to sign up for a spot. That's it! Told you it was simple!
But act fast- all the April spots are booked up and there's only 4 more spots left for May (with some June spots gone already as well).
Our next show is Tuesday April 11th, at 8:30pm. Only at See-Scape.
10 April 2017
Ottawa: Magic Monday - Buzz! Danger! Cow!
From the Magic Monday Facebook event:
April 24
Magic Monday returns with three outstanding performers!
This month we welcome special guest host, Mr. Brian Robert Wilson!
And joining him on stage are Buzz Collins - Comedy Hypno-Mentalist and the amazing Danger Boy (Aka Nicolas Belzile)!
09 April 2017
Broken wand: Charles Edwin Millard
We were notified by Dennis Schick, the editor of the Broken Wand in the International Brotherhood of Magician's magazine, The Linking Ring, of the passing of Charles Millard.
From the March 2017 Linking Ring:
From the website of the Albert County Funeral Home:
From the March 2017 Linking Ring:
Recently the I.B.M. Headquarters was notified that Charles Edwin Millard, 68, of Edgetts Landing, New Brunswick, Canada, died July 25, 2016. His I.B.M. membership number was 61351, and he had been a member since 2000 (sixteen years). Born in Kingston, Ontario, he worked in the service industry for over thirty years, with Xerox. Following retirement, he continued to work, both as a church custodian, and for a printing firm. He loved entertaining people as “Choctaw the Clown,” and was involved in clowning for almost four decades. In addition to clowning and magic, he loved the outdoors and nature, including all water sports, roller skating, cross country skiing and bird watching. He also was a photographer. Survivors include his wife, Paula; sons Robert (Cathy) and Andrew (Amanda); grandchildren Julia, Katie, Savanah, Liam and Ella; step-children Tanya Minter, and Steven Lawson; step-grandchildren, Marina, Ryan, Danny, and Samantha; step-great-granddaughter, Brookelynn; and brother, David. Memorial contributions may be made to the Valley Baptist Church, 3039 Main Street, Hillsborough, New Brunswick, Canada EOA 1XO
From the website of the Albert County Funeral Home:
Charles Edwin Millard aka "Choctaw the Clown", 68, of Edgett's Landing passed away peacefully on July 25th, 2016 at the Moncton Hospital with his family by his side.
He was born in Kingston, Ontario on October 1st, 1947, the son of the late Dr. William Edwin "Eddy" and Annie "Isabel" (Miller) Millard. He was a faithful member of the Valley Baptist Church. He worked in the service industry for over 30 years with Xerox. Following an early retirement from Xerox, Charles moved to Edgett's Landing, NB where he spent many years as a custodian at the Valley Baptist Church. He was last working with Andrez Printing in Riverview. Charles was a professional clown and loved entertaining people. He was "Choctaw the Clown" and involved in clowning for 37 years. He was the Eastern Ambassador for clowns of America International and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.
Read more.
08 April 2017
Canadians on "Penn & Teller: Fool Us" season 4
Updated November 24th at add Ekatarina, Matthew Johnson, Shin Lim, and Jean-Pierre Parent.
Updated on May 24th to add Richard Forget!
Updated on April 17 to add Yan Markson!
Updated at 1:55pm to add Patrik Kuffs!
Information is slowly leaking about about the contestants on season four of "Penn & Teller: Fool Us." So far I've spotted Murray Hatfield, Sheldon Casavant, and Patrik Kuffs. (And a teaser from Shawn Farquhar.) Tell me, who am I missing from Canada?
From Murray Hatfield's Facebook page:
From Sheldon Casavant's Facebook page:
From Yan Markson's Instagram:
From Richard Forget's Facebook page:
From Shawn Farquhar's Facebook page:
Updated on May 24th to add Richard Forget!
Updated on April 17 to add Yan Markson!
Updated at 1:55pm to add Patrik Kuffs!
Information is slowly leaking about about the contestants on season four of "Penn & Teller: Fool Us." So far I've spotted Murray Hatfield, Sheldon Casavant, and Patrik Kuffs. (And a teaser from Shawn Farquhar.) Tell me, who am I missing from Canada?
From Murray Hatfield's Facebook page:
From Sheldon Casavant's Facebook page:
From Yan Markson's Instagram:
From Richard Forget's Facebook page:
From Shawn Farquhar's Facebook page:
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