Blackpool Magic Convention 2013

In every February, the organizers from Blackpool Magician’s Club will organize the world’s largest magic convention held in Blackpool. A yearly affair promises Close-up magicians, lecturers, Children’s Entertainers and Stage acts from around the globe. The Club has a rich history and comes complete with their very own club room complete with theater, museum, library, licensed bar and magic shop. They feature a number of lectures, workshops and events throughout the year. They were also host to the first ever FISM European Championships.

Blackpool Magicians Convention (22nd, 23rd, 24th February, 2013) has an incredible line up of international talent. From Korea: Yu Ho Jin (FISM Grand Prix Winner in Stage Magic), Yuji Yasuda, Zeki Yoo, Haon Gun, Lukas, Ted Kim and Kim Hyun Joon; from the USA: David Williamson, Dirk Losander, Simon Lovell, Joe Monti and Mark Mason; from France: Yann Frisch, Les Chapeaux Blancs; from Finland: Marko Karvo; from Germany: Patrick Lehnen, Mark & Alex, Sonny Hayes & Co. and Jan Logemann; from Australia: Phil Cass, Jay Scott Berry, Tony Frebourg; from Sweden: Johan Stahl; from Canada: David Merry; from Switzerland: Natalie & Eli; from Italy Vittorio Marino; from Holland: Prince of Illusions; and from the UK: Wayne Dobson, Anthony Owen, Colin McLeod, Mel Mellers, Matthew Wright, Nicholas Einhorn, Michael J. Fitch, Andrew Birtwell, Magic Sam and Ken Dodd.

Here’s something interesting, there’s a “Magic Speed Dating in the Spanish Hall” on the first day from 4pm to 5.30pm. That should be interesting!

There are 3 Gala Shows. Friday 22nd, the Korean Magic Show with Yu Ho Jin topping the bill compered by Vittorio Marino. Saturday’s Gala has Prince of Illusions topping the bill compered by Jay Scott Berry. Sunday’s Gala Show is compered by David Merry and features Tony Frebourg, Les Chapeaux Blancs, David Williamson, Yann Frisch, Ken Dodd, Marc & Alex, Sonny Hayes & Co., and Marko Karvo. The Registration Desk opens at 8.30am on the Friday and the Dealers’ Fair opens at 11am. A Dealer Demonstration also opens at 11am, with the first Lecture starting at 1pm.

More information on Blackpool Magic Convention 2013.

You might also want to check out an interview ATOM did with Fukai Hiromasa (featured 1.09 minute in the video above).

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SINGAPORE MAGIC SCHOOL

Magical 1 Malaysia Festival 2012 is CANCELLED

Magical 1 Malaysia Festival 2012 is official cancelled. For more information on the procedures on how you can get your refund, visit: http://www.ticketpro.com.my/jnp/family/791106-magical-malaysia-festival.html

Magical 1 Malaysia Festival 2012 at KLCC – Update

Jay Scott Berry: “OK, everyone – We’re officially shifting gears to focus on the next big show and concert: The M1M Festival will take place in the 3000 seat KLCC Plenary Hall on March 23-25th. A spectacular fusion of magic, music and visual effects, we are now in full countdown for a world-class, state-of-the-art event. As show producer and star, I will be opening up my playbook, so to speak, to give you all an insight on the Festival, the challenges and, hopefully, the triumph. You want a reality show? Here we go!”

Event information: https://magicatom.wordpress.com/2011/12/31/m1m-festival-2012-in-malaysia-blogged-by-singapore-magician-mentalist/

Media News: http://www.nst.com.my/life-times/holiday/big-bag-of-tricks-1.46964

Magical 1 Malaysia Festival 2012 at KLCC

The Magical 1 Malaysia Festival is the largest Celebration of Wonder ever held in Malaysia!

13 of the world’s finest magicians will appear at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre for a 3-day ONLY performance from March 23rd through 25th, 2012.

There will be two International Gala shows daily, “The All-Star Magical Matinee” and “The Concert of Illusions”. Both of these will showcase never seen before acts from Close-up and Stage to Grand Illusion.

Producing this spectacular event is the dynamic duo of Jay Scott Berry and Mahdi Moudini, who have spent over three years in planning and preparation.

In addition to the Gala shows, magic enthusiast can attend four magic lectures by Michael Ammar, Dirk Losander, Rafael Benatar and Tom Noddy.

Also gracing the event will be Irene Larson (Co-Founder of Magic Castle Hollywood), Domenico Dante (International President, FISM 2012), Tony Hassini (President of International Magician’s Society), Derek Lever (Producer of 2012 FISM World Congress Blackpool Magic Convention) and Grandmaster Magician Johnny Thompson (consultant of Criss Angel).

To find out more about M1M Festival 2012, please visit their website here.