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by greg manwaring
March 29th, 2014, 11:59 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Mike Caveney's new book
Replies: 98
Views: 39835

Re: Mike Caveney's new book

Mike, as you know last month while at Deans shoppe I was telling him how honored I was that you included me in your book! When I told him about the effect with the 52 decks he told me that he had seen it on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and together we found it on you tube! You can't imagine how gr...
by greg manwaring
August 27th, 2011, 5:01 am
Forum: General
Topic: ERDNASE
Replies: 8153
Views: 12046838

Re: ERDNASE

I wonder if the Professor unwittingly ever crossed paths with Sanders?
by greg manwaring
December 19th, 2010, 3:18 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Vortex by Tom Stone
Replies: 33
Views: 10638

Re: Vortex by Tom Stone

Wow, really fun routining Tom!! I thoroughly enjoyed the routines!!
by greg manwaring
November 11th, 2010, 12:07 pm
Forum: General
Topic: ERDNASE
Replies: 8153
Views: 12046838

Re: Erdnase

Thanks Walt, uh, I mean Richard!! ;)
by greg manwaring
November 11th, 2010, 9:39 am
Forum: General
Topic: ERDNASE
Replies: 8153
Views: 12046838

Re: Erdnase

On a side note, has anyone here handled decks from back in Erdnases' era and compared it with the decks that we're used to handling today? In terms of size, card stock, etc. Were moves harder to execute on the card stock from back then? I'm just curious.
by greg manwaring
July 6th, 2010, 3:25 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Broken Wand :: Glen Falkenstein
Replies: 13
Views: 2542

Re: Broken Wand :: Glen Falkenstein

My first memories of Glen were from the That's Incredible show! I still remember how mindblowing his skills were!! It was a great pleasure to meet him a few times over the years and to see him perform live! My condolences go out to Frances and their family. RIP Glen!
by greg manwaring
July 6th, 2010, 8:20 am
Forum: General
Topic: magnetic silly putty
Replies: 3
Views: 1132

magnetic silly putty

I bet someone here could find some magical uses for this stuff!

http://www.ohgizmo.com/2010/07/06/magne ... ome-again/
by greg manwaring
April 11th, 2010, 11:11 am
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: New film "The Illusionist" (no not that one , the NEW one)
Replies: 15
Views: 6848

Re: New film "The Illusionist" (no not that one , the NEW one)

Thanks for the plug David! Yes, the film LOOKS AMAZING!! I can't vouch for the story though.

Yeah Ian, they were so damn strict with their visitor policy. Embra's well represented in the film!
by greg manwaring
February 2nd, 2010, 5:39 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Ray Grismer
Replies: 9
Views: 4374

Re: Ray Grismer

I only met Ray once in Hollywood Magic and can attest to his very humble and sweet nature. He took the time to teach me his stack, right then and there! As a note of interest, Gordon Bruce told me last year that Ray had sent him all of his collections to look after, and that he felt very honoured th...
by greg manwaring
December 28th, 2009, 4:17 pm
Forum: Light From the Lamp
Topic: Undead...a book test with the Twilight series
Replies: 1
Views: 2247

Re: Undead...a book test with the Twilight series

hey this sounds great - now if you would make this up for the Harry Potter series we'd all be covered when visiting just about anyone's home!
by greg manwaring
November 25th, 2009, 8:55 am
Forum: General
Topic: RIP Jim Cellini
Replies: 21
Views: 15006

Re: RIP Jim Cellini

I am saddened to learn of his passing. I had hoped to one day meet him.
by greg manwaring
October 21st, 2009, 7:23 am
Forum: General
Topic: Great wands!!
Replies: 7
Views: 2943

Re: Great wands!!

Yes, Edward, they do. Voldemorts bone looking wand is pretty cool as it stays in place by outward pressure from your forefinger and little finger! Cho's wand is very magical looking as well.
by greg manwaring
October 20th, 2009, 2:17 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Great wands!!
Replies: 7
Views: 2943

Great wands!!

I just got back from London, where I picked up a wand from the 'Noble Collection' located in Hamleys. They sell replicas of ALL of the magic wands of the characters from Harry Potter. The wands are gorgeous!! resin replicas, with metal rod inserts - solid with a good weight to them (the balance poin...
by greg manwaring
August 16th, 2009, 7:47 am
Forum: Light From the Lamp
Topic: Easy Money + Variations
Replies: 27
Views: 11725

Re: Easy Money + Variations

Well, I am impressed!! Looks like Steve has worked out the last thing needed for this to have real world functionality!! Good job!
by greg manwaring
August 13th, 2009, 2:18 am
Forum: General
Topic: ERDNASE
Replies: 8153
Views: 12046838

Re: ERDNASE

I could imagine that the photos might have been too dark, or 'busy', or too light, for Andrews to conclude that he should have them converted to line drawings. This would keep all focus on the hands.
by greg manwaring
August 8th, 2009, 12:20 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Russ Stevens - Shape of My Heart Routine
Replies: 69
Views: 19969

Re: Russ Stevens - Shape of My Heart Routine

I became intrigued with this thread, and not knowing either gentleman, decided to watch both of their performances. I DO see the similarities. They both reveal cards that are described in the songs lyrics as the song announces them. One chose to reveal them through card productions, and one in an am...
by greg manwaring
August 5th, 2009, 3:34 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Details on Season Five of Criss Angel's Mindfreak here
Replies: 9
Views: 1849

Re: Details on Season Five of Criss Angel's Mindfreak here

Yeah, that was sooooo hokey!

This is the one that disturbs me:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Nth2Y5v ... re=related

Angel dresses up and pretends to be Doug Henning.
by greg manwaring
July 19th, 2009, 4:23 am
Forum: General
Topic: Looking for a teacher in Los Angeles
Replies: 12
Views: 4844

Re: Looking for a teacher in Los Angeles

Dean Dill also teaches!
by greg manwaring
July 11th, 2009, 6:43 am
Forum: Link Watch
Topic: Juan Tamariz - cardtoon with a twist
Replies: 26
Views: 8686

Re: Juan Tamariz - cardtoon with a twist

Yes Matt, a great lesson in personalizing an effect to suit 'you' and how you perform!
by greg manwaring
July 11th, 2009, 3:38 am
Forum: Link Watch
Topic: Juan Tamariz - cardtoon with a twist
Replies: 26
Views: 8686

Re: Juan Tamariz - cardtoon with a twist

wow, 8 minutes of entertainment with one effect (well, with subplots along the way). A true lesson in how much entertainment you can get from a single effect, when you embrace the performer in you. That in comparison to someone who simply slams out a ton of tricks in one sitting, where they simply r...
by greg manwaring
June 26th, 2009, 2:54 am
Forum: General
Topic: R.I.P. Michael Jackson
Replies: 126
Views: 23842

Re: Magician Uri Geller speaks out on Michael Jackson's Death

He must have foretold it. He should have warned Michael.
by greg manwaring
June 25th, 2009, 7:42 pm
Forum: General
Topic: R.I.P. Michael Jackson
Replies: 126
Views: 23842

Re: R.I.P. Michael Jackson

I actually storyboarded Michael performing a proposed illusion designed by David Copperfield for Michael's tour in 91 or 92. I didn't see the tour so don't know if that illusion was in there. I also remember Michael Ammar teaching him some magic privately. I suppose other magicians on here did the s...
by greg manwaring
June 25th, 2009, 6:20 pm
Forum: General
Topic: R.I.P. Michael Jackson
Replies: 126
Views: 23842

Re: R.I.P. Michael Jackson

Well I certainly hope it isn't true. Stunned me. I can only imagine the pressure he is always under due to lawsuits and whatnot.
by greg manwaring
June 25th, 2009, 6:17 pm
Forum: General
Topic: July Issue of Genii Now Arriving!
Replies: 25
Views: 4338

Re: July Issue of Genii Now Arriving!

Alan Alan.... ...hmmmm, do I.... ...no... ...Like Thumper had to say "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say nuthin' at all"

Fun watching him on Copperfield all those years ago though.
by greg manwaring
June 25th, 2009, 6:09 pm
Forum: General
Topic: R.I.P. Michael Jackson
Replies: 126
Views: 23842

R.I.P. Michael Jackson

Magic fan and entertainer extraordinaire Michael Jackson has reportedly passed away.
by greg manwaring
June 25th, 2009, 3:45 am
Forum: General
Topic: Video performance of think a card - Eric
Replies: 8
Views: 2289

Re: Video performance of think a card - Eric

Something hit me like a brick wall while watching Eric perform these amazing effects... ...and that is, that there was no audience response after each successful revelation.

I would like to know why this might be.

Any thoughts?
by greg manwaring
June 14th, 2009, 5:24 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Magician Starring in new documentary
Replies: 11
Views: 2839

Re: Magician Starring in new documentary

Thanks for the reply Stuart - it is all very encouraging! I've been looking to get fit again and your story gives me a little motivation!
by greg manwaring
June 14th, 2009, 6:11 am
Forum: General
Topic: Magician Starring in new documentary
Replies: 11
Views: 2839

Re: Magician Starring in new documentary

Hey Stuart, where are you now in terms of body fat, working out, etc. Have you returned to a 'normal' lifestyle now, working out a few times a week, or what?
by greg manwaring
May 28th, 2009, 3:03 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Criss Angel's Waxen Image
Replies: 11
Views: 2518

Re: Criss Angel's Waxen Image

They've also given his eyebrow a high rear arch, where in real life his eyebrow droops down.
by greg manwaring
May 16th, 2009, 4:37 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: How Strange Can It Get ...
Replies: 8
Views: 2162

Re: How Strange Can It Get ...

Ahh, the wacky world of celebrities!
by greg manwaring
May 16th, 2009, 4:35 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: HBRK!
Replies: 3
Views: 923

Re: HBRK!

Well add those wishes from me as well!! Happy 40th!!
by greg manwaring
May 16th, 2009, 4:28 am
Forum: General
Topic: Tarantula by YIGAL MESIKA
Replies: 9
Views: 2121

Re: Tarantula by YIGAL MESIKA

The name 'toerag' made me chuckle... ..having an english wife.. ..so I take it you're a Brit?
by greg manwaring
May 12th, 2009, 7:41 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Close-up case?
Replies: 36
Views: 11789

Re: Close-up case?

http://api.ning.com/files/i7VvhpanKSee6EDV1y*TwJPWO2LAThJDUA91LsVg3x0J2l3Lhq5v5VBQRqyIeTMmiSqE3aCdmkjRAoFj4360gTtcfzjghwHd/carrying_case.jpg Talk about looking like it belongs in Harry Potter.. ...I found these baby's for sale at a knick knack shop here in Munich. 10 Euro's a piece! Perfect size an...
by greg manwaring
May 11th, 2009, 9:44 am
Forum: General
Topic: real time camoflage
Replies: 0
Views: 571

real time camoflage

by greg manwaring
May 2nd, 2009, 6:39 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Vanishing Car!!!
Replies: 3
Views: 1868

Vanishing Car!!!

by greg manwaring
March 31st, 2009, 10:47 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Dean Dill's latest HIT
Replies: 6
Views: 5296

Re: Dean Dill's latest HIT

Add me to that long list of people fooled by Deans method!!
by greg manwaring
March 4th, 2009, 12:06 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Anthony Hopkins as Tommy Cooper
Replies: 8
Views: 2676

Re: Anthony Hopkins as Tommy Cooper

Hi Richard, I am truly NOT bragging about this, but I have been a member of the Academy for 14 years now. I combine the trip to the ceremony with business during that week. I am happy to say that I am getting close to having my first animated feature going! Frank Marshall is on board as my Executive...
by greg manwaring
March 3rd, 2009, 6:54 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Anthony Hopkins as Tommy Cooper
Replies: 8
Views: 2676

Anthony Hopkins as Tommy Cooper

Hi Guys, I met Sir Anthony Hopkins at the Oscars and mentioned to him that I love Tommy Cooper and knew that he apparently does a great impression of him, and BAM he goes right into it!! Just for me! Awesome!
by greg manwaring
March 3rd, 2009, 6:16 pm
Forum: Light From the Lamp
Topic: David Blaine bottle!
Replies: 5
Views: 3903

Re: David Blaine bottle!

Hey, DB looks pleased to be in possession of one!!
by greg manwaring
September 12th, 2008, 4:39 am
Forum: General
Topic: Who am I???
Replies: 27
Views: 5868

Re: Who am I???

Ahhh, I know who, just from having lived here in Edinburgh the past month. He's an American that lives in the UK, if I'm not mistaken. He just had a run at the Fringe arts festival here in Edinburgh. Never met the man though, and heard that he'd throw you out of his show if he knows you're a magician.

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