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- May 27th, 2016, 5:11 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Whatever happened to Kamarr The Discount Magician?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 8997
Re: Whatever happened to Kamarr The Discount Magician?
I believe that one of Kamarr's assistants at the World's Fair was.... Pamela Hayes... Who later became Pam Thompson of the Tomsoni & Co. fame. Kamarr also used to cover for Jeff McBride at Club Ibis in NYC whenever Jeff was away. He also performed on the same bill as him after the club changed i...
- May 26th, 2016, 8:59 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Whatever happened to Kamarr The Discount Magician?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 8997
Re: Whatever happened to Kamarr The Discount Magician?
Brad,
I didn't see him at the Automatacon but it is very possible that he was there since his daughter works at the museum. He actually phoned me a few weeks ago and he is doing fine.
I didn't see him at the Automatacon but it is very possible that he was there since his daughter works at the museum. He actually phoned me a few weeks ago and he is doing fine.
- August 5th, 2015, 11:43 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Nice article about Genii columnist William Woodfield
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2158
Nice article about Genii columnist William Woodfield
Check it out at: https://www.inverse.com/article/4945-how-magician-william-woodfield-made-the-impossible-missions-force-dangerous "In fact, Mission Impossible didn’t immediately garner much interest. The first five episodes were competently made, but hardly groundbreaking. Then Geller called in...
- March 17th, 2015, 9:16 pm
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Tex McQuire - Card sharp and MUSICIAN?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2014
Re: Tex McQuire - Card sharp and MUSICIAN?
Different guy but he was around back then and did work the cowboy circuit. Also had an illusion show that toured Europe. If Bill is up to it he can find a lengthy AP article about him from 1942 by Edward S. Cannon. The article was later used by McGuire in booklet form to promote himself. The scarce ...
- October 23rd, 2014, 11:28 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Sad to report that Larry Weeks passed away
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2780
Sad to report that Larry Weeks passed away
Sad to report that Larry Weeks (September 24, 1919-October 13, 2014) passed away last Monday at the age of 95. There will be a private gravesite service on Friday the 24th followed by a memorial next month. More information to follow.
- August 25th, 2014, 12:42 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Aaron Dutton passed away at the age of 74
- Replies: 0
- Views: 647
Aaron Dutton passed away at the age of 74
Just heard that Baltimore magician Aaron Dutton (9/28/1939-8/25/2014) died this morning after suffering a stroke a few days ago. I first met Aaron many years ago when Ascanio attended several conventions and asked Aaron to translate for him. Aaron was also a long time attendee of the FFFF Convention.
- July 8th, 2014, 5:09 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ron Wohl passes at the age of 77
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4410
Re: Ron Wohl passes at the age of 77
An update on the services for Ron Wohl. There has been a slight change since I published the information in my newsletter. There will be a graveside service, including a Broken Wand Ceremony, and burial on Thursday, July 10 at 3:00pm. It will take place at the Alliance Cemetery, 970 Gershall Avenue ...
- July 7th, 2014, 12:34 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ron Wohl passes at the age of 77
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4410
Ron Wohl passes at the age of 77
Sad to report the passing of Ron Wohl on July 7, 2014 at 10:45am. Dr. Ronald A. Wohl (11/25/1936-7/7/2014), whose stage name was Ravelli, has published a ton of routines and techniques under both names. For the past few years he has been fighting with terminal cancer and took a turn for the worse a ...
- January 17th, 2013, 11:32 am
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Oil and water question
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3314
Re: Oil and water question
You can watch Allan Ackerman perform part of his Mixed-Up Blues routine on the trailer of his DVD Set: Las Vegas Card Expert. It is the first item performed at: <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.previewmagic.com/ackerman-lasvegascardexpert.html">http://www.previewmagic.com/ackerman-la ....
- January 13th, 2013, 2:23 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Imam founder of Mostly Magic dies
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5095
Imam founder of Mostly Magic dies
Sad to report that Imam Hossain founder of Mostly Magic and very popular New York magician in the 1970s-1990s died on December 30, 2012 of a heart attack while visiting his family in Bangladesh.
- June 26th, 2012, 11:59 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: NY Times review of Alex Stone's FOOLING HOUDINI
- Replies: 118
- Views: 33267
Re: NY Times review of Alex Stone's FOOLING HOUDINI
The current code of ethics from the SAM website: S.A.M. Code of Ethics At a joint meeting in March of 1993, the officers of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, and the Society of American Magicians agreed to establish a Code of Ethic for its members and the fraternity of Magic. The following...
- June 22nd, 2012, 11:09 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: NY Times review of Alex Stone's FOOLING HOUDINI
- Replies: 118
- Views: 33267
Re: NY Times review of Alex Stone's FOOLING HOUDINI
Ricky Jays take on the book: Mr. Stone's misrepresentations of the magician's art are infuriating. We are asked to accept the pontifications of a tyro with no credentials, achievements, or noteworthy skills in his chosen hobby, though his amateur status is not the problem per se: the terms "ama...
- June 21st, 2012, 2:18 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: NY Times review of Alex Stone's FOOLING HOUDINI
- Replies: 118
- Views: 33267
Re: NY Times review of Alex Stone's FOOLING HOUDINI
The review I found most surprising, interesting and contrarian to our worldview was the one that appeared in Scientific American. At: <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/literally-psyched/2012/06/19/how-to-fool-houdini-and-avoid-fooling-yourself/">http://blogs.sci...
- February 24th, 2012, 12:09 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Blackpool updates
- Replies: 39
- Views: 9156
Re: Blackpool updates
Being a close-up enthusiast a highlight was watching Yoo Hyun Min perform live. I pick him to win FISM close-up this year. What he does is much more impressive live -- but for a sampling you can watch him on YouTube at: <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMnga8cDcfI">...
- February 10th, 2012, 8:51 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
- Replies: 76
- Views: 20886
Re: Ken Krenzel Passes
The funeral today was very respectful and was attended by many magicians, friends and family members. The following is the official S.A.M. announcement about Ken Krenzel that was supplied by George Schindler. BROKEN WAND: KEN KRENZEL 1926-2012 Ken Krenzel was born and raised on the Lower East Side o...
- February 9th, 2012, 12:03 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
- Replies: 76
- Views: 20886
Re: Ken Krenzel Passes
The funeral will be at 1pm on Friday February 10, 2012
Boulevard-Riverside-Hewlett Chapel
1450 Broadway
Hewlett, NY 11557
516-295-3100
http://www.boulevardriversidechapel.com
Boulevard-Riverside-Hewlett Chapel
1450 Broadway
Hewlett, NY 11557
516-295-3100
http://www.boulevardriversidechapel.com
- February 8th, 2012, 10:47 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
- Replies: 76
- Views: 20886
Ken Krenzel Passes
Received this e-mail from George Schindler. --- Just received the sad news that Ken Krenzel died this afternoon. The funeral will be on Friday at the Boulevard-Riverside chapel at 1450 Broadway in Hewlett NY. Time is not yet determined but will advise as soon as I get more details Thursday - Rabbi V...
- February 2nd, 2012, 1:14 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: The Proverbial Hole
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1177
Re: The Proverbial Hole
Completely forgot about that routine -- I used to do your version all the time. Looks good.
- January 22nd, 2012, 4:04 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Paul Daniels damages hand in powersaw accident
- Replies: 25
- Views: 5124
Re: Paul Daniels damages hand in powersaw accident
Shortly after the accident I spoke to Paul and after the back and forth kidding around him trying to do my act he explained that the only permanent damage will be to the tip of his left ring finger which was severed and was not reattached. The detailed facts about the accident can be found on Pauls ...
Re: ERDNASE
An article about the Erdnaseum titled Magicians gather in Helena.
Go to:
http://www.beartoothnbc.com/news/helena ... elena.html
Go to:
http://www.beartoothnbc.com/news/helena ... elena.html
- June 27th, 2011, 1:19 pm
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Second deal lapping?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3177
Re: Second deal lapping?
I dont believe he ever published the move and I do not know when he invented it. All I know is that in the very late 70s or very early 80s I showed him a routine using the SDL and he told me that the move was his and he was not happy that it got out. He then demonstrated it for me and it was obvious...
- June 27th, 2011, 1:55 am
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Second deal lapping?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3177
- March 15th, 2011, 12:46 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Sad to report: Jack Ferero dies at the age of 81
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3398
Re: Sad to report: Jack Ferero dies at the age of 81
Here is a link to the article Kevin mentioned above which appeared on MagicTimes this morning. <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.northjersey.com/obituaries/117987319_Jack_Ferero__81__teacher_and_performer_of_magic.html">http://www.northjersey.com/obituaries/1 ... magic.html</a><!-- m -->
- March 14th, 2011, 11:20 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Sad to report: Jack Ferero dies at the age of 81
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3398
Re: Sad to report: Jack Ferero dies at the age of 81
Funeral arrangements for Jack Ferero are as follows: Wednesday March 16 at the: Aloia Funeral Home 180 Harrison Ave. Garfield, New Jersey 07026 Phone: 973-340-7077 Arrival time: 9:00am Chapel Services: 11:00am Internment at the: Laurel Grove Cemetery in Totowa, New Jersey A short obituary appeared i...
- March 11th, 2011, 5:45 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Sad to report: Jack Ferero dies at the age of 81
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3398
Sad to report: Jack Ferero dies at the age of 81
Jack Ferero (April 23, 1929-March 10, 2011) who was a partner at Tannens Magic in the 1970s and 1980s and was a very entertaining close-up magician died last night at the age of 81.
- May 23rd, 2010, 1:53 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Sad News: Martin Gardner has Died
- Replies: 34
- Views: 7375
Re: Sad News: Martin Gardner has Died
For the official Associated Press obituary go to:
Associated Press Obituary http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100523/ap_ ... _gardner_3
Meir Yedid
Associated Press Obituary http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100523/ap_ ... _gardner_3
Meir Yedid
- April 1st, 2010, 8:10 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Tom Mullica Benefit Show :: May 17th
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1916
Tom Mullica Benefit Show :: May 17th
Tom Mullica Benefit Show May 17th As many of you know Tom Mullica is undergoing Chemotherapy and will likely have to get a stem-cell transplant which is the only cure for Leukemia. The financial hit any performer, who is self-employed, would take after not working for a year is dramatic. As a benefi...
- February 19th, 2010, 12:46 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Tom Mullica Update
- Replies: 65
- Views: 17397
Tom Mullica Update
The following news is being posted here with Tom Mullicas permission. As many of you know Tom Mullica has been touring his Red Skelton Tribute show during the Branson off-season. On January 16th, during a show in Alliance, Nebraska Tom felt ill and almost passed out, he tried to finish the show whil...
- September 12th, 2009, 6:14 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Bobby Baxter Memorial/Celebration
- Replies: 1
- Views: 884
Bobby Baxter Memorial/Celebration
Michael Chaut asked me to post the following info about the Bobby Baxter memorial celebration: Hi All, Come out to celebrate and remember the magical life of "Professor" Bobby Baxter at Seppi's Restaurant, 119 West 56th Street (at the Parker Meridien Hotel - between 6th & 7th Avenue) o...
- August 19th, 2009, 1:21 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Phyllis Zarrow Passes
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3231
Phyllis Zarrow Passes
Very sad to report that Phyllis Roemer Zarrow (May 23, 1930-August 19, 2009) passed away this morning at the age of 79. Phyllis was the much loved widow of Herb Zarrow and a friend and supporter of many magicians. Services will be held on Friday August 21 at 10:30am at Temple Avodat Shalom (385 Howl...
- November 25th, 2008, 5:48 pm
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Zarrow's Miraskill
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1881
Re: Zarrow's Miraskill
You can actually find this routine on line at:
http://www.mymagic.com/herbzarrow/articles/2008-10-magicarticle-01.htm
http://www.mymagic.com/herbzarrow/articles/2008-10-magicarticle-01.htm
- November 17th, 2008, 1:07 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Sam Schwartz passes
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4699
Sam Schwartz passes
Sad to report that Sam Schwartz (April 14, 1911-November 16, 2008) passed away yesterday at the age of 97. The funeral will be held on Tuesday Nov. 18 at 12:30pm at: Ballard-Durand Funeral Home 2 Maple Avenue White Plains, NY 10601 Phone: 914-949-0566 Cards can be sent to his daughter: Terry Ruderma...
- May 12th, 2008, 9:38 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Herb Zarrow passes
- Replies: 29
- Views: 17524
Re: Herb Zarrow passes
For all who asked: Condolences can be sent to: Phyllis Zarrow :: 5-28 Karl Street :: Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 Donations in Herb Zarrow's name can be sent to: The Reconstructionist Temple Beth Israel 34 W. Magnolia Avenue Maywood, NJ 07607 Temple Sholom 385 Howland Avenue River Edge, NJ 07661 Temple B'nai...
- May 11th, 2008, 3:26 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Herb Zarrow passes
- Replies: 29
- Views: 17524
Herb Zarrow passes
Very sad to report that Herb Zarrow (November 4, 1925-May 11, 2008) passed away this afternoon at the age of 82. Services will be held on Tuesday May 13th at 1:30pm at Temple Sholom (385 Howland Ave) in River Edge, New Jersey. Phone: 201-489-2463.