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by Dennis Kyriakos
December 26th, 2012, 6:17 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: NOTHING TO HIDE - Single Ticket for Friday, December 28th
Replies: 0
Views: 430

NOTHING TO HIDE - Single Ticket for Friday, December 28th

Greetings I have one ticket for Nothing To Hide for this Friday, December 28th. Circumstances have changed and, sadly, I can't attend. Purchased online through Geffen site for $76.00. Would hate for this to go to waste. Contact info listed below. Feel free to call with questions. Thanks! Dennis Kyri...
by Dennis Kyriakos
September 19th, 2010, 8:48 am
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: Magic in Mallorca
Replies: 0
Views: 647

Magic in Mallorca

In Mallorca for a few days. Staying in Playa de Muro. Anyone interested in getting together?

Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
October 20th, 2009, 10:26 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Theater Show "Radnevsky's Real Magic" In NYC
Replies: 5
Views: 2326

Re: New Theater Show "Radnevsky's Real Magic" In NYC

FINAL WEEK OF PERFORMANCES for RADNEVSKY'S REAL MAGIC I loved this show: it's a grand, exciting, intimate magic show, performed in the First Floor Theatre in La MaMa, which means that especially in the first several rows you are closer to the magicians than you're likely ever to have been. Because ...
by Dennis Kyriakos
September 28th, 2009, 9:52 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: New Theater Show "Radnevsky's Real Magic" In NYC
Replies: 5
Views: 2326

Re: New Theater Show "Radnevsky's Real Magic" In NYC

Thanks for posting about the show, Todd. And you're right we'll be answering a lot of questions. THE RETURN OF RADNEVSKY After three decades away, legendary underground magician The Great Radnevsky is returning to the New York stage in a never-before-seen magic show, Radnevsky's Real Magic. Radnevsk...
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 14th, 2009, 4:10 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Wooden Cigars
Replies: 27
Views: 8419

Re: Wooden Cigars

Hey Roberto

Sent you a PM.

Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
December 8th, 2008, 5:58 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Ken Brooke Signature Classics: NEMO 1500
Replies: 2
Views: 2656

Re: Ken Brooke Signature Classics: NEMO 1500

Hi Glenn

Sent you an email.

Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
October 21st, 2008, 6:17 pm
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: Lancaster PA Magic Shops
Replies: 1
Views: 1499

Lancaster PA Magic Shops

Hi

Would you know of any magic shops in or around Lancaster, PA?

Thanks very much.

Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
May 17th, 2008, 7:03 am
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: Myrtle Beach, SC
Replies: 1
Views: 1130

Myrtle Beach, SC

Anything going on in or around Myrtle Beach between June 25-28. Thanks.

Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
January 9th, 2007, 6:35 pm
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: Intellectual Property Suit
Replies: 4
Views: 972

Intellectual Property Suit

Heard an interesting report on NPR this afternoon. Here's a link to the article.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/stor ... Id=6768724
by Dennis Kyriakos
May 30th, 2006, 12:31 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Old and rare books
Replies: 18
Views: 7214

Re: Old and rare books

Just sent you an email, John.

Thanks
Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 19th, 2005, 7:59 am
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: An article of memory
Replies: 4
Views: 1214

An article of memory

An interesting article for those learning or using a mem deck.

http://slate.msn.com/id/2114925/?GT1=6208

Enjoy
by Dennis Kyriakos
November 5th, 2004, 11:27 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: So, how was Stack Clinic?
Replies: 12
Views: 3326

Re: So, how was Stack Clinic?

Originally posted by Edmund_Fitzgerald: Thats great info on stack clinic and on the prior card clinic... Can any of the attendees tell me: what was the experience range of the other clinic students, in terms of years into magic and skill level? And what observations, if any, did you make on how les...
by Dennis Kyriakos
November 1st, 2004, 1:31 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: So, how was Stack Clinic?
Replies: 12
Views: 3326

So, how was Stack Clinic?

To study and to learn, one has to approach the subject in a certain frame of mind. The cup must be emptied. Unfortunately most don't get "humility." But this is the way to approach the master. Last weekend in Las Vegas 16 of us (actually 15, as we eventually discovered one attendee turned ...
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 30th, 2004, 7:55 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: World's Best Linking Rings Performers?
Replies: 71
Views: 9226

Re: World's Best Linking Rings Performers?

Peter Samelson.

Never had any desire to perform linking rings until I saw his performance a couple of weeks ago. He didn't speak a word. He didn't use music. Yet he drew gasps from an audience of laymen. Beautiful magic.
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 19th, 2004, 2:16 pm
Forum: Book of The Month Club
Topic: Book of the Month: Shattering Illusions
Replies: 33
Views: 50970

Re: Book of the Month: Shattering Illusions

Im just riffing here, so pardon me bouncing all over the place. Im at work and Ive had to write between projects for the past couple of days. And to be honest, Im having a tough time keeping up with a lot of whats being said here. But Ill do my best. Method acting and magic? Hmm. As a Meisner traine...
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 19th, 2004, 7:49 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Egg on fan
Replies: 8
Views: 1850

Re: Egg on fan

Pete Yeah, Carney's book is great. He closed a set here in NYC with a version of egg on fan that's not even in the book. Stunning! So magical! I'm looking for an original source of the effect to start fresh . I was told I could find it in Tarbell but haven't had any luck. Am I missing it somewhere i...
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 17th, 2004, 6:52 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Egg on fan
Replies: 8
Views: 1850

Re: Egg on fan

Thanks for your help, gang.

Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 15th, 2004, 12:29 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Egg on fan
Replies: 8
Views: 1850

Egg on fan

Can anyone point me towards sources for egg on fan?

Thanks
Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
January 14th, 2004, 12:28 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Putting together a stage act
Replies: 3
Views: 987

Re: Putting together a stage act

Originally posted by David Groves: Also, the best shows have a through line, a kind of plot that makes the audience have to watch until the very end. It's different in every show, of course. Oliver, THROUGH LINE: What you want the object of your behavior (in this case the audience) to understand ab...
by Dennis Kyriakos
December 16th, 2003, 9:18 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: rope trick: white rope, red knot
Replies: 5
Views: 1080

Re: rope trick: white rope, red knot

Carl

Aldo Columbini's trick is called "Knotty Knot." I think that's what your looking for.

Give me a call...
D
by Dennis Kyriakos
October 10th, 2003, 9:08 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Close-up Clinic
Replies: 6
Views: 1116

Close-up Clinic

To whom it may concern: Close-up Clinic in Philadelphia last weekend was, to say the least, inspiring. Jamy Ian Swiss and David Ben were extraordinarily open and giving with their knowledge, energy and enthusiasm for magic. Two very passionate men who know their stuff and held nothing back. They gav...
by Dennis Kyriakos
October 10th, 2003, 8:22 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Wanted: Multiplying Bottles
Replies: 3
Views: 829

Re: Wanted: Multiplying Bottles

I got a dozen or so beer bottles at home. There yours for the asking, bro. :D

PS -- we got to get together and jam. Close-up Clinic was amazing !
by Dennis Kyriakos
September 30th, 2003, 12:38 pm
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: Pitching svengali decks
Replies: 73
Views: 10530

Re: Pitching svengali decks

Thank you very much, angelic.

Patiently awaiting enlightenment...
by Dennis Kyriakos
September 30th, 2003, 11:30 am
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: Pitching svengali decks
Replies: 73
Views: 10530

Re: Pitching svengali decks

I was planning to post this earlier today, but I got distracted at work. Hopefully you haven't shut down completely. I spent my teenage years working in amusement parks and carnivals in the summers. Needless to say I have a certain understanding of treating the public with contempt. And Im always in...
by Dennis Kyriakos
September 3rd, 2003, 11:26 am
Forum: General
Topic: Sleights Practice Routine
Replies: 7
Views: 1989

Re: Sleights Practice Routine

Originally posted by Carl Mercurio: Then there's my own verion called the Lights Out Pass, which only works in the dark.... So THAT'S the reason for that blackout!!! Damn! Well, knowing Carl, I'm sure the inconvenience was well worth it. You gotta gimme the work on that next time I see you, Bro!
by Dennis Kyriakos
July 25th, 2003, 11:12 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Paul Harris Instant Replay
Replies: 3
Views: 832

Re: Paul Harris Instant Replay

Originally posted by LohanWizard: I need tips on how to get a single card over to my left hand. It's kinda easy while holding the whole deck, because you have some support. I know it's the same way, but it feels like it's almost impossible. There is a "knack" to it. The only advice is to ...
by Dennis Kyriakos
July 17th, 2003, 9:50 am
Forum: Reference Room
Topic: Broken Wand
Replies: 1
Views: 875

Broken Wand

Hello

We recently lost a fellow magician who I was very close to, and I have been asked to perform a Broken Wand ceremony.

Can someone point me towards the original version?

Please feel free to email me at aikiboy@bway.net

Thanks for your help
Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
June 13th, 2003, 7:09 pm
Forum: Book of The Month Club
Topic: Book of the Month: The Book of Secrets
Replies: 30
Views: 37966

Re: Book of the Month: The Book of Secrets

Here here, Zech!
by Dennis Kyriakos
June 13th, 2003, 2:00 pm
Forum: Book of The Month Club
Topic: Book of the Month: The Book of Secrets
Replies: 30
Views: 37966

Re: Book of the Month: The Book of Secrets

I had the pleasure of seeing John lecture in July here in NY and then see him the next day put his philosophy into action in front of a lay audience. I took A LOT of notes (something I normally don't do much of at magic lectures - because there hasn't been much of value for me at many of the lecture...
by Dennis Kyriakos
May 23rd, 2003, 12:03 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Le Paul wallet
Replies: 2
Views: 510

Le Paul wallet

I'm in the market for a Le Paul wallet. Any suggestions on who makes a decent one? Ideally one that is not to bulky and wide.

Thanks
Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
May 1st, 2003, 9:22 am
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: agents: good or bad?
Replies: 13
Views: 1531

Re: agents: good or bad?

Mike Good question. Lots of ways to answer it, however. What do I need to do to get an agent to take me on as a client? Is there anything I can do to make sure they would want me? An agent is in the business of selling a product. That product could be concrete, real estate, cars, pencils or entertai...
by Dennis Kyriakos
April 24th, 2003, 9:48 am
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: agents: good or bad?
Replies: 13
Views: 1531

Re: agents: good or bad?

Amir More often than not, you are going to have several agents working for you. Actors have "commercial agents" who get them commercial auditions and "legit agents" who get them TV, theater and film auditions. It could/should be the same with a "magic agent." You have t...
by Dennis Kyriakos
April 19th, 2003, 3:16 am
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: Paul Daniels Magic Course/Workshop
Replies: 10
Views: 2275

Re: Paul Daniels Magic Course/Workshop

I attended Paul's masterclass in NYC. It was great and I got a lot out of it. Quite inspiring!

D
by Dennis Kyriakos
April 19th, 2003, 3:07 am
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: agents: good or bad?
Replies: 13
Views: 1531

Re: agents: good or bad?

Thanks for the endoresment Dean. Your check's in the mail!

Glad to help out any way I can...
by Dennis Kyriakos
April 10th, 2003, 10:08 am
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: agents: good or bad?
Replies: 13
Views: 1531

Re: agents: good or bad?

Good observations Dean. Particularly with the amount an agent should take. He's also right about signing with an agent. I've never even been asked to sign with a "magic agent." Unless you are signing a contract for a SPECIFIC SHOW. That's a different story. Then you are being booked for a ...
by Dennis Kyriakos
April 10th, 2003, 7:12 am
Forum: Marketing & Magic Business
Topic: agents: good or bad?
Replies: 13
Views: 1531

Re: agents: good or bad?

Amir Agents are a very useful resource at all points of your career. An agent can get you gigs you could never get on your own simply because they have the connections. They can also get your higher fees than you would normally get for the same reason. Higher fees may not be true in every case but i...
by Dennis Kyriakos
April 9th, 2003, 8:07 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Did Centcom steal...?
Replies: 18
Views: 2268

Re: Did Centcom steal...?

Here's the quote I mentioned from the NY Times article called "Iraq Around the Clock" dated Sunday, March 30, 2003. In this war, American TV news has an unusually tough job. It must not only compete wiht other TV storytellers with fierce agendas, starting with Iragi TV, but it mus maneuver...
by Dennis Kyriakos
April 8th, 2003, 9:39 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Did Centcom steal...?
Replies: 18
Views: 2268

Re: Did Centcom steal...?

I seem to recall a NYTimes article regarding how war is being covered. It mentioned that the designer of that podium also did some work for D. Blaine.

Hmmm...

If I can find the exact quote I will pass it along.

Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 31st, 2003, 11:01 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Magic and the Arts
Replies: 2
Views: 817

Re: Magic and the Arts

I auditioned and was called back for this production of Orange Lemon...

Would be curious to know who was cast in the lead role and if anyone has seen the producion, please tell me what you thought.

Hope to hear from you...
Dennis
by Dennis Kyriakos
March 28th, 2003, 12:49 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Practicing Palming
Replies: 6
Views: 760

Re: Practicing Palming

Sammy Mr. Mercurio :rolleyes: is right. Attitude is very important in palming. Technically, it's relatively simple to steal and hold a card in your hand. However, when one first starts palming cards there is a lot of guilt involved. You feel as if the audience is burning your hand. And if you feel b...

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