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Michael Vincent is one of the all-time greats of magic. He is known, loved and widely admired for his outstanding skill, superb technique and elegant presentational style. Currently celebrating his 50th year in magic, Michael will be sharing his remarkable story and the insights that can only come from a lifetime devoted to magical excellence.
In this very special club night event, Chris Harding will interview Michael about his life in magic, first as a student, then as a top professional and these days as a coach passing on his unrivalled knowledge to the next generation. This fascinating conversation will include the vital lessons Michael has learned on his magical journey, such as how to really study magic effectively and achieve the kind of excellence that has always been Michael’s hallmark. It’s worth noting that Michael has won the coveted ‘Close-up Magician Of The Year’ title three times in three separate decades!
Among other subjects, Michael will talk about his early influences, such as Doug Henning, Fred Kaps and Ricky Jay, and visiting the magic shops of his youth including Hamley’s, Ken Brooke’s, Davenports and Alan Alan’s ‘Magic Spot’. He will also talk about some of his most treasured books (including ‘Cardshark’ by Darwin Ortiz and ‘Entertaining Card Magic’ by Cy Endfield) and the honour of meeting Slydini.
In this wide-ranging and fascinating conversation, Michael will also talk about turning professional, creating ‘The Vincent Academy’ and losing his hearing. We’ll also learn about his decision to retire from performing professionally in order to care for his mother and why he created his show, ‘Michael Vincent Showtime’. Although this isn’t a ‘tricks lecture’, Michael might be persuaded to perform one or two of his most treasured routines!
Without doubt, this is going to be a very special evening celebrating the life and achievements of a true master of magic and one of The Magic Circle’s outstanding stars. Don’t miss it!
How’s this for a great lecture?!
Ferran Rizo is one of Spain’s busiest, funniest and most successful magicians, with 30+ years experience. He works all over Europe, performing at private parties and corporate events (BMW, Schweppes, Jamesons etc.) in theatres, restaurants and bars. He has written seven magic books, edits a magazine about the history of magic and teaches at the Juan Tamariz School in Madrid. Ferran has lectured all over the US as well as in Spain, France, Germany and Argentina. All pretty impressive!
In this very special lecture, Ferran will present his ‘signature’ coin magic creations, including his ‘Two Finger Colour Change’, ‘Coin Draw’ (draw a coin and, hey presto, it’s real!) and a new Okito Box presentation that is a complete departure from traditional OB routines.
But wait! There’s more… Ferran will also be teaching one or two card effects plus his brilliant ‘Safety Unlink’ routine that you simply have to see to believe. It features new methods to link and unlink safety pins in the spectator’s hands — and you end totally clean! This is actually a complete, structured act in its own right and, without wishing to sound like a tired dealer ad, could well become your new favourite EDC close-up miracle!
But wait! There’s even more… Ferran’s co-presenter for this amazing magical evening is his partner Nataly Machado, another top professional from Spain who also teaches at the Juan Tamariz School. She’ll be presenting and teaching one of Ferran’s original creations.
Ferran will be selling his new book, ‘Cosmos’, featuring routines with a standard gaffed coin set that most of you probably already own plus ‘Safety Unlink’ plus other close-up material.
This is one of those lectures you want to see live and in person if you possibly can. Come along to our wonderful HQ, make an evening of it with your friends and enjoy this simply brilliant lecture full of top-class practical material!
Check out Ferran’s tricks and videos at www.FerranRizo.com. Murphys also sell several of his effects.
Showreel: https://youtu.be/VIEZ3FGF9Rs
Safety Unlink: https://youtu.be/IqzSxP7gAds
“Ferran & Nataly are a highly skilled and very likeable couple who have some wonderful routines and effects to share. I would recommend them for any club night!” — Steve Gore
“Ferràn brings a gentle classiness to his appearance and you can feel it in his presentation of magic. He will fool you with his creations and you will enjoy how effortless his performances appear!” — Jim Krenz
“Our new season started in fine style thanks to an enjoyable and instructive lecture by Ferran Rizo and Nataly Machado, a charming Spanish couple who provided some splendid magic with broad appeal.” — Eddie Dawes
“As President of the Bath Circle of Magicians, I can honestly say we absolutely loved the lecture from Ferran and Nataly Rizo. This magical couple didn’t present the typical magic lecture where the presenter talks AT you; they speak WITH you. Their passion and love for the art of magic is second to none. From original masterpieces to twists on age old classics, the evening was filled with surprises and many magical moments.” — Roger Nicot
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The first lecture devoted entirely to magic in restaurants and for events.
In this lecture Alain shows and explains a series of magical effects of his
classical repertoire that have been successful in all his performances.
These are all effects that can be performed in any working condition.
Without a table, surrounded by the audience, etc…
In addition, the lecture will explain a variety of psychological aspects of
working tables.
This theoretical section was published in the magic magazine “Qui Ma-
gia” and these considerations were defined as the Ten Commandments
of the work in restaurants.
Here are discusses things like the choice of repertoire, the position to be
taken at the table, the relationship with the public, the relationship with
the management, the problems encountered in working tables etc…
Everything is explained during the lecture and then can be found in the
written and available notes.
We all know that experience is the greatest teacher — and Ian Kendall has buckets of it! This is a very special opportunity to learn from one of the finest teachers in magic.
This fantastic, fun, practical lecture is called ‘Taking The Step’. It’s about ten things you need to know when moving from close-up magic to stage. Which skills transfer from the close-up arena to the big stage… and which don’t? How do you decide which routines to perform? Which performance-enhancing tips make all the difference between success and failure? Ian will reveal all!
Above all, this is a practical lecture based on real-world experience. Ian will share the insider secrets that have made him one of Scotland’s most successful magicians — and that have also helped his many students.
Did I mention that Ian has rather a lot of experience to offer? Here we go… based in Edinburgh, Ian has been a professional magician for about 30 years. He’s performed just about every type of show just about everywhere, from close-up and stage to cruise ships and street shows. Back in August he completed his 32nd consecutive year performing at the Edinburgh Fringe!
In 2004, Ian launched one of the very first online magic courses called ‘The Virtual Sessions’and since then has created a set of videos called ‘How to Do Stuff’. He wrote an award–winning column for MUM for three years called ‘Basic Training’ and another for ‘Genii’ called ‘Magicana’.
He is the author of six books for magicians including ‘The Lost Luggage Show’ and ‘Braindump’ (teaching his professional working repertoire). He has lectured at two Genii Bash conventionsand last year was the featured speaker at MAGIC Live! in Las Vegas. He was also awarded the Leslie P. Guest award for ‘Excellence In Magic’ by the SAM.
I think you get the picture — Ian knows his stuff! He has a wealth of great insights to share based on a lifetime of entertaining people with top-class magic. Come along, enjoy the club night atmosphere and then watch this brilliant new lecture from one of the most experienced voices in magic.
“Ian is a magic polymath, well worth an entertaining and revealing evening.” — R. Paul Wilson
“Ian is an excellent guide on the journey to stage. I love his thinking and can’t begin to explain how helpful it has been in my own journey from close up to stage.” — Jon Armstrong
