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John Archer

Now I just read that one of the dealers had Covid! I also read that John Archer complained on stage that there were far too many people without masks in the dealers room! Oddly enough he was called on to do his lecture because the original lecturer dropped out. Why did they drop out? Covid of cours...

John Archer

It was a fun time.

John Archer

Just seen this review rather late peter, but thank you for the kind words.

John

John Archer

Thank you Dustin.

I've not looked here in a while so apologies for my late thanks.

John

John Archer

Thanks for the kind words Dumpster. :)

John

John Archer

I'm glad Craig hasn't got an axe to grind or these reviews would be hard to read.

John Archer

You were missed Richard, well by me anyway ;-)
A slightly quieter Blackpool, possibly because of the forthcoming FISM.
The stand out highlight for all being Yu Ho Jin I guess.
For me, I loved seeing what Chad Long and Michael Weber had to offer. It was a fun weekend.

John Archer

I met someone in Finland who liked him.

John Archer

It's certainly getting them publicity.... Did I mention that I didn't steal Blank Night off Sean Taylor. ;-)

John Archer

It hasn't been running long but it is a great little festival, and very different to anything else out there.

J

John Archer

Jonathan Townsend wrote:By they you mean the CBBC folks, right?

It's easy to seem the fool in front of a classroom. I give the kids about two minutes to figure out what sort of "talent" they have given the film crew etc.

I admit I am thick but what does that mean?

J :-)

John Archer

Indeed it does, may pop along.

John Archer

Richard Kaufman wrote:Let me know if someone produces haggis from under a kilt.

I may have a small one under mine...

J ;-)

John Archer

Just a quick heads up for the LA guys. Next week is Scottish Week at the Magic Castle. R P Wilson The Great Nardini John Archer (me yes I'm not really Scottish) Ian Kendall Kevin McMahon Colin McLeod Gary Middleton Douglas Cameron Dave Forrest Scotty McLean Come along for magic, men in skirts and un...

John Archer

And little Jermay looked so young... even younger than he looks now.

John Archer

It would appear to be on Youtube now here: <a class="postlink" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgjdG_ELZW0&feature=youtu.be">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgjdG_EL ... e=youtu.be</a> So you can make an educated opinion rather than being swayed this way and that by other...

John Archer

Reading between the lines I think there were some non magical TV execs at the top over-ruling some of the magical input from other areas. Hence it was at times badly shot or edited. A Million Dollar Mystery style effect had a lot of the mystery removed because we were kept on a front shot for virtua...

John Archer

Interesting points made but is misdirecting someone the same as fooling them? I could be misdirected during a card under glass routine but I don't think I'd be fooled. I would realise that I just hadn't seen the magician palm and load the card under the glass as I had looked at the wrong thing at th...

John Archer

Apparently P & T are coming over here to film a special in December... <a class="postlink" href="http://www.hcms.org.uk/index.php/news/91-tv/707-penn-and-teller-itv1-casting-call.html">http://www.hcms.org.uk/index.php/news/9 ... -call.html</a> I don't think we have anyone who...

John Archer

Hi again. A brief update to let those (if any) who are interested that due to legal reasons (people were going to sue me) STREETWISE is now named 'STREETS' The book and the effect have not changed merely the name. The youtube video was removed and re-edited so now available here: <a class=...

John Archer

Hi again, Ok for those of you who want to see a performance of Streetwise you can take a look here: <a class="postlink" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKCfG2yaCGc">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKCfG2yaCGc</a> It's not a perfect performance (It needs about 6 months in fron...

John Archer

Hi guys, Luke Jermay has kindly written up his planned routine for STREETWISE which he calls 'The Knowledge'. The routine cleverly uses additional map books which could be from any cities around the world as well as some typical Jermay touches to take it up a level. I will certainly be employing som...

John Archer

Thank you Dick. Very fair I think.

Hopefully there should be a video of the book in action very soon.

John.

John Archer

Place it into a peek wallet, or a 'sight unseen' type wallet. You can even place it in the wallet and steal straight back out onto the card pile.... many options where you don't need to appear to be still hanging onto it. Quite a few options for obtaining an impression from the card too?

John

John Archer

Did I mention that Streetwise is now out?

John Archer

I've always thought you were a magician in crisis Ian..... ;-)

John Archer

It can now also be ordered from Alakazam Magic here: http://www.alakazam.co.uk/

John Archer

Thanks all, Well it is now live so visit the magician's page of my website <a class="postlink" href="http://web.me.com/johnarcher/John_Arche_1./Magicians_page.html">http://web.me.com/johnarcher/John_Arche ... _page.html</a> (Username: elmsley Password: burger) Or wait till someon...

John Archer

Thanks Dick,

Until people have seen it and had a play we will have to wait and see. ;-)

John

John Archer

Hi guys. Just a heads up that I have a new book test coming out in the next couple of weeks. STREETWISE A book test that is so much more. It could be remote viewing, a bizarre ability to outdo a London cabbies knowledge or plain simple mindreading. Several strong effects in one simple London Map boo...

John Archer

You are not often right Richard... Other than the June cover obviously. ;-) But on this occasion yet again... I feel you are right.

John Archer

I may have a new one coming out soon... Hopefully before books vanish. ;-)

John Archer

Me too. :-)

J

John Archer

Thanks Anthony and Jon too (I think) you have a way with compliments fella. ;-)

J

John Archer

Great news. Sales will be through the roof. Thanks again Birthday boy.... well nearly. ;-)

John Archer

Well the video certainly shut people up. lol

J

John Archer

Youtube one now removed.... this is hard work this business lark.

J

John Archer

I knew it was a mistake to start using technology.

Try this http://vimeo.com/11530377 and use the password: Look blank in anger

J

John Archer

Ok guys. Not sure if this is a good idea or not but I have a little youtube video here of me running through the effect without any presentation. I promise this is as it would look. I really am doing the work and I deliberately didn't take the easiest route. <a class="postlink" href="http:...

John Archer

Shhhh.... Mr Kaufman told me not to tell anyone..... Oh it's you.... OK.

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