Magic Castle Happenings – The Good Stuff (March 2015)

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Magic Castle Happenings – The Good Stuff (March 2015)

Postby Dustin Stinett » March 1st, 2015, 5:04 pm

When I think 'Spring' I Think 'Session'

Joe Monti's free "Session" for March is on the 4th, is in the Peller, and starts at 8PM. This is for Magician Members only and is a great opportunity to workshop your latest magic. The March session will focus on coin magic.

Magic and Wine's New Home ...

It appears that, at least for now, David Minkin's wonderful show “Transcending Reality” (also known as “Magic and Wine”) has a new home and that is The Magic Castle. He has shows lined up through April. The March dates are the 9th and the 24th with another show on April 1. Seats are limited. See the events link at the AMA website for tickets to this 2 1/2 hour-long event (including the 90 minute show). Dress code and age restrictions apply.

Vote Early and Often

Mmm, no, you only get one vote, but online Magician Member voting for the AMA Awards (step one: nominations) begins on March 9. Watch the AMA website for details.

Take a Stroll on the Tenth

The next Strolling Magic Showdown will be on March 10 at 7PM in the Inner Circle. Participate as a performer, judge, or just as a happy and amazed audience of one (or two, three ...). Contact Scotto Smith for details at: ssmith[at]magiccastle[dot]com.

Annual General Meeting

All members in good standing are invited (and encouraged) to the annual General Meeting on Sunday, March 15. Hear reports on the state of the Academy from the General Manager as well as members of the Boards of Directors and Trustees. A reception starts at 3PM in the Palace Bar area. There will be complimentary champagne, house wine, and soft drinks. The meeting begins at 4PM. Since the overall news is quite likely to be good, celebrate afterward with appetizers and a cash bar down in the Inner Circle.

Saints Preserve Us

It only makes sense to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day at the Castle with a chat about Billy McComb. The next Who's Hoo will be all about Billy. Who Fitzgerald's official guests are is a mystery, but I know that there is no shortage of friends available to share their favorite Billy Story. March 17 at 8PM in the Inner Circle, all members welcome.

Free Lecture Lineup

Note that, because of the General Meeting, the will not be a lecture on March 15. But even with that "gap" in the schedule, look at this astounding lineup of lecturers for the rest of the month:

3-1 – Jeff McBride and Lawrence Haas
3-8 – John Lenahan
3-22 – Tim Shoesmith
3-29 – Johnny Ace Palmer

They Grow Up Fast

Book your reservations NOW for the Young Adults Nights where young people ages 13 and up are allowed into the club during regular hours. March 30 and 31. Dress Code applies as usual. Yes, your guest passes are accepted even with the kids ... err ... young adults in tow.

Ink the Dates

The Castle visit of the Easter Bunny is on Sunday, April 5.
The spring Swap Meet will be on Saturday, April 18.
The always popular Kentucky Derby Party is on Saturday, May 2.
The AMA Awards Show will be on Sunday, May 17.

March Munchies

The Member Menu for the Month of March:

2, 3, 4 – Cider-Brined Pork Chop with Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Apple Cider Demi Glaze
Vegetarian: Angel Hair Arrabbiata with Grilled Eggplant and Goat Cheese
Vegan: Sautéed Tofu with Marsala Tomato Sauce, Shi-ttake Mushroom and Roasted Kale

9, 10, 11 – Fettuccini Pasta with Lobster, Spinach and Bleu Cheese Alfredo
Vegetarian: Japanese Pumpkin Ravioli with Balsamic Butter, Cherry Tomatoes and Sautéed Spinach
Vegan: Garden Risotto with English Peas, Wild Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Cauliflower Sautéed with Herb Risotto

16, 17, 18 – Lager-Brined Lamb Shank with Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Lager Au Jus
Vegetarian: Eggplant Parmesan with Herb Risotto, Seasonal Vegetables and Marinara
Vegan: Tofu Curry with Carrots, Potatoes, Bell Peppers, Organic Tofu and Yellow Curry Broth

23, 24, 25 – Tagliatelle Pasta tossed with Pancetta, Scallops, Cherry Tomatoes and Three Leaf Pesto
Vegetarian: Wild Mushroom Ravioli with Sautéed Endives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Garlic Oil
Vegan: Warm Quinoa Salad with Grilled Vegetables and Three Leaf Pesto

30, 31, 4/1 – Grilled Sirloin Steak with Blue Cheese Stuffed Tomato, Baked Potato and Cabernet Demi Glaze
Vegetarian: Wild Mushroom Lasagna with Kale, Ricotta and Arrabbiata Sauce
Vegan: Butternut Squash Risotto with English Peas, Wild Mushrooms and Arugula

Now Playing

The performers’ schedule for the week commencing Monday, March 2:

The Close-Up Gallery
Suzanne
Jonathan Levit
Rich Hurley (5-7 p.m. Thursday - Sunday)

The Parlour of Prestidigitation
JANSENSON
John Lenahan

The Palace of Mystery
Pop Haydn
Yuji Yamamoto & Mariko
Dale Salwak

W.C. Fields Bar (Thursday – Sunday)
Mark Collier

The Peller Theatre (Friday – Sunday)
Max Maven

Friday Lunch
Suzanne

Sunday Brunch
Wacko

Sunday Lecture—on Saturday
(3/1) Jeff McBride and Lawrence Haas

Sneak Peek of Some Future Performers…

Tom Craven (Close-Up: wk/of 3-9)
Tom Burgoon (Palace: wk/of 3-9)
John Carney (Close-Up: wk/of 3-16)
Steve Valentine (Close-Up: wk/of 3-16)
Stan Allen (Palace: wk/of 3-16)
Joseph Gabriel (Palace: wk/of 3-16)
Terry Lunceford (WC Fields Bar: 3-19 thru 3-22)
Will Houstoun (Close-Up: wk/of 3-23)
Johnny Ace Palmer (Close-Up: wk/of 3-23)
Rob Zabrecky (Peller: 3-27 thru 3-29)
Jamy Ian Swiss (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Bill Goodwin (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Larry Wilson (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Lade Mystina (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Henry Evans (Close-Up: wk/of 4-6)
Dana Daniels (Parlour: wk/of 4-6)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-9 thru 4-12)
Daryl (Parlour: wk/of 4-13)
Ardan James (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Rob Zabrecky (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Tina Lenert (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-16 thru 4-19)
Paul Vigil (Close-Up: wk/of 4-20)
Scott Land (Palace: wk/of 4-20)

And you can always check the current schedule here: http://www.magiccastle.com/schedule/

Schedule is subject to change without notice

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Re: Magic Castle Happenings – The Good Stuff (March 2015)

Postby Dustin Stinett » March 10th, 2015, 3:02 am

Now Playing

The performers’ schedule for the week commencing Monday, March 9:

The Close-Up Gallery
Tom Craven
Danny Magic
Henok Negash (5-7 p.m. Thursday - Sunday)

The Parlour of Prestidigitation
Stan Gerson
Chef Anton

The Palace of Mystery
Tom Burgoon
David Sandy
Victor & Diamond

W.C. Fields Bar (Thursday – Sunday)
Mad Tad

The Peller Theatre (Friday – Sunday)
Alan Bursky
David Regal

Friday Lunch
Danny magic

Sunday Brunch
Greg Wilson

Sunday Lecture—on Saturday
(3/15) No Lecture – General Meeting

Sneak Peek of Some Future Performers…

John Carney (Close-Up: wk/of 3-16)
Steve Valentine (Close-Up: wk/of 3-16)
Stan Allen (Palace: wk/of 3-16)
Joseph Gabriel (Palace: wk/of 3-16)
Terry Lunceford (WC Fields Bar: 3-19 thru 3-22)
Will Houstoun (Close-Up: wk/of 3-23)
Johnny Ace Palmer (Close-Up: wk/of 3-23)
Rob Zabrecky (Peller: 3-27 thru 3-29)
Jamy Ian Swiss (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Bill Goodwin (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Larry Wilson (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Lade Mystina (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Henry Evans (Close-Up: wk/of 4-6)
Dana Daniels (Parlour: wk/of 4-6)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-9 thru 4-12)
Daryl (Parlour: wk/of 4-13)
Ardan James (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Rob Zabrecky (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Tina Lenert (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-16 thru 4-19)
Paul Vigil (Close-Up: wk/of 4-20)
Scott Land (Palace: wk/of 4-20)

And you can always check the current schedule here: http://www.magiccastle.com/schedule/

Schedule is subject to change without notice

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Re: Magic Castle Happenings – The Good Stuff (March 2015)

Postby Dustin Stinett » March 16th, 2015, 7:35 pm

It’s Show Time, Magic Time, On the Inside, On the Inside …

Tickets to the 47th AMA Awards Show, hosted by Steve Valentine, are now available. May 17 at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. There are no membership or age restrictions. Nonmembers are cordially invited to attend this special night that celebrates the community of magic. To purchase tickets, which start at $49.45, please visit:
http://www.ticketmaster.com/the-academy ... orcatid=53

Now Playing

The performers’ schedule for the week commencing Monday, March 16:

The Close-Up Gallery
John Carney
Shoot Ogawa
John Accardo (5-7 p.m. Thursday - Sunday)

The Parlour of Prestidigitation
Ryan Oakes
Tim Shoesmith

The Palace of Mystery
Marc Summers
Stan Allen
Joseph Gabriel

W.C. Fields Bar (Thursday – Sunday)
Terry Lunceford

The Peller Theatre (Friday – Sunday)
Georges-Robert
Tom Ogden

Friday Lunch
Shoot Ogawa

Sunday Brunch
Funny Eddie

Sunday Lecture—on Saturday
(3/22) Tim Shoesmith

Sneak Peek of Some Future Performers…

Will Houstoun (Close-Up: wk/of 3-23)
Johnny Ace Palmer (Close-Up: wk/of 3-23)
Rob Zabrecky (Peller: 3-27 thru 3-29)
Jamy Ian Swiss (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Bill Goodwin (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Larry Wilson (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Lade Mystina (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Henry Evans (Close-Up: wk/of 4-6)
Dana Daniels (Parlour: wk/of 4-6)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-9 thru 4-12)
Daryl (Parlour: wk/of 4-13)
Ardan James (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Rob Zabrecky (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Tina Lenert (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-16 thru 4-19)
Paul Vigil (Close-Up: wk/of 4-20)
Scott Land (Palace: wk/of 4-20)

And you can always check the current schedule here: http://www.magiccastle.com/schedule/

Schedule is subject to change without notice

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Re: Magic Castle Happenings – The Good Stuff (March 2015)

Postby Dustin Stinett » March 24th, 2015, 1:21 am

Now Playing

The performers’ schedule for the week commencing Monday, March 23:

The Close-Up Gallery
Tricky Devil
Johnny Ace Palmer
Jeff Bornstein (5-7 p.m. Thursday - Sunday)

The Parlour of Prestidigitation
Aye Jaye
Ron Saylor

The Palace of Mystery
Murray - Celebrity Magician
Douglas LEFTY Leferovich

W.C. Fields Bar (Thursday – Sunday)
Rich Cowley

The Peller Theatre (Friday – Sunday)
Rob Zabrecky
Michael Rayner

Friday Lunch
Johnny Ace Palmer

Sunday Brunch
Aye Jaye

Sunday Lecture—on Saturday
(3/29) Johnny Ace Palmer

Sneak Peek of Some Future Performers…

Jamy Ian Swiss (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Bill Goodwin (Close-Up: wk/of 3-30)
Larry Wilson (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Lade Mystina (Palace: wk/of 3-30)
Henry Evans (Close-Up: wk/of 4-6)
Dana Daniels (Parlour: wk/of 4-6)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-9 thru 4-12)
Daryl (Parlour: wk/of 4-13)
Ardan James (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Rob Zabrecky (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Tina Lenert (Palace: wk/of 4-13)
Doc Eason (WC Fields Bar: 4-16 thru 4-19)
Paul Vigil (Close-Up: wk/of 4-20)
Scott Land (Palace: wk/of 4-20)
Magic of Germany (All Rooms: wk/of 4-27)

And you can always check the current schedule here: http://www.magiccastle.com/schedule/

Schedule is subject to change without notice


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