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by Bizzaro
July 28th, 2022, 11:48 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2022 Day Three
Replies: 14
Views: 3015

Re: FISM 2022 Day Three

Magic is the exact opposite of abstract. In order to do things impossible one must always be rooted in reality/objectivism. From wikipedia "Abstraction indicates a departure from reality" so while magics props might START in reality, (as most things do), by nature it makes normal things d...
by Bizzaro
July 28th, 2022, 7:28 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2022 Day Three
Replies: 14
Views: 3015

Re: FISM 2022 Day Three

aving Said that, my favorite act was by Noah. I’ve long observed magic is the only art to never go through an abstract period - and likely won’t because of its inherent objectivist nature.


I think this is because magic is fundamentally already abstract and surreal on it's own a lot of the times.
by Bizzaro
July 28th, 2022, 7:27 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2022 Day Three
Replies: 14
Views: 3015

Re: FISM 2022 Day Three

I have always thought that originality was over rated. Sometimes it is useful but it really isn't a big deal. The only thing that NEEDS to be original is your personality. Originality is largely misunderstood. It isn't an end goal in itself. When people aim for originality, it often become unconvin...
by Bizzaro
July 27th, 2022, 1:23 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Merlin award scam - an article by Tom Stone
Replies: 62
Views: 6295

Re: Merlin award scam - an article by Tom Stone

If that was in May, it looks like it was filmed at MAGIC Live? Yes, May 19, the day after Magic Live ended. Btw, 8 days ago International Magicians Society put up a new video on Youtube. An amazing illusion... all you need are eggs, chickens, two stooges and a tad too little knowledge of how to mas...
by Bizzaro
July 25th, 2022, 5:43 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Merlin award scam - an article by Tom Stone
Replies: 62
Views: 6295

Re: Merlin award scam - an article by Tom Stone

Brad Jeffers wrote:This year's recipients


If that was in May, it looks like it was filmed at MAGIC Live?
by Bizzaro
July 10th, 2015, 9:01 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM Day 5
Replies: 51
Views: 29703

Re: FISM Day 5

Richard Kaufman wrote:But if I were a pro and someone wanted to put my little act on TV, it sounds like a GOOD DEAL even if I don't get paid. Think of the exposure that you would never otherwise get?


Wait... did Richard just say he's not a pro? (grin)
by Bizzaro
July 10th, 2015, 6:59 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM Day 5
Replies: 51
Views: 29703

Re: FISM Day 5

I have some strong opinions about some of the acts from North America and how they got "allowed" into FISM. If you are at Magic Live find me ask me about it and I will give you an ear full.
by Bizzaro
July 16th, 2012, 5:25 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2012 - Day Six ...fism 2015 goes to italy
Replies: 155
Views: 47128

Re: FISM 2012 - Day Six

"You must be very flexible indeed." Ha ha.
by Bizzaro
July 14th, 2012, 6:18 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2012 - Day Six ...fism 2015 goes to italy
Replies: 155
Views: 47128

Re: FISM 2012 - Day Six

What was Tango's invention that won?
by Bizzaro
July 13th, 2012, 10:13 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2012 - Day Five
Replies: 14
Views: 8512

Re: FISM 2012 - Day Five

And out arrives a man in drag - in a fat suit - with drooping breasts - and pubic hair. There we have the enduring image of FISM 2012 as presented by Blackpool. I hope they were proud ... because I was ashamed to be sitting in that room. More damage was done to FISM in that moment than anything eve...
by Bizzaro
July 12th, 2012, 7:29 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2012 - Day Three
Replies: 47
Views: 15391

Re: FISM 2012 - Day Three

Michael Close wrote:I'd like to second Craig's praise of Gay Ljungberg. He is a true professional, great to work with, and a really nice guy.


Indeed. Met him last year in Europe whilst lecturing. A great host.
by Bizzaro
July 12th, 2012, 3:38 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: FISM 2012 - Day One
Replies: 36
Views: 19974

Re: FISM 2012 - Day One

Its a problem facing magic all-round as we would soon discover. Has magic really not progressed in 20+ years ? Where is the innovation and excitement that we are so desperately hankering after. It's because so many people have a norrow minded view of what magic is and those people are in charge of ...
by Bizzaro
August 13th, 2011, 5:19 am
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: In town the day before MAGIC Live?
Replies: 8
Views: 3108

Re: In town the day before MAGIC Live?

It's a convention. They aren't gonna sleep anyway heh.
by Bizzaro
August 8th, 2011, 9:44 pm
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: In town the day before MAGIC Live?
Replies: 8
Views: 3108

Re: In town the day before MAGIC Live?

No replies or snide comments? I'm shocked and relieved. Only a few more days to let us know if you want to be part of this.
by Bizzaro
August 3rd, 2011, 4:41 am
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: In town the day before MAGIC Live?
Replies: 8
Views: 3108

In town the day before MAGIC Live?

We have decided to welcome all of you early birds with a little entertainment. Want to be the first to see something magical before it all kicks off? Head over Here for more info then!
by Bizzaro
October 18th, 2009, 7:51 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Zombie Gripe
Replies: 37
Views: 11149

Re: Zombie Gripe

David Acer wrote:What if, in response to your trying to keep the ball from floating away, it turns back on you and beats you to within an inch of your life. That's a sequence I never saw Neil Foster do.


No but I have contemplated it it before. Would be funny as hell I think.
by Bizzaro
October 18th, 2009, 7:48 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: 5 Minutes to Perform...What do you do?
Replies: 29
Views: 7832

Re: 5 Minutes to Perform...What do you do?

Fire.
by Bizzaro
September 29th, 2009, 10:09 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: 2009 NMO Houdini Awards Announced
Replies: 32
Views: 7960

Re: 2009 NMO Houdini Awards Announced

Brad Henderson wrote:We also know what it takes to get into the "Academy."


Connections
Money
Scientology
by Bizzaro
September 29th, 2009, 10:06 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: World Magic Seminar on the Travel Channel
Replies: 15
Views: 4590

Re: World Magic Seminar on the Travel Channel

For those who missed it, here is the clip from the show!
by Bizzaro
September 25th, 2009, 11:08 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: World Magic Seminar on the Travel Channel
Replies: 15
Views: 4590

Re: World Magic Seminar on the Travel Channel

Yup, the Orleans. Thanx to Bill for giving a few of us the opportunity to pad our promo reel!
by Bizzaro
September 22nd, 2009, 6:45 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: 2009 NMO Houdini Awards Announced
Replies: 32
Views: 7960

Re: 2009 NMO Houdini Awards Announced

First lemme clarify, I didn't know anything about this until the initial announcement and I have nothing to do with other than that. Some friends and I were discussing this tonight. How do you think award stuff gets started? Someone says, "Hey, let's give someone a big heavy paperweight for som...
by Bizzaro
July 31st, 2009, 7:41 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants
Replies: 72
Views: 28422

Re: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants

I think she has potential, but she needs a strong director and a good scriptwriter. And the willingness to be directed and speak lines. Took the words out of my mouth completely. (Holy hell, do me and Kaufman agree one something? Weird) So many tine things that would be easy to fix, however I think...
by Bizzaro
January 2nd, 2009, 1:27 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: VHS - RIP
Replies: 22
Views: 4072

Re: VHS - RIP

Does this mean I should trade in my Betamax machine finally?
by Bizzaro
September 27th, 2008, 8:50 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Words that a Magician Should Never Utter in Front of Laymen
Replies: 78
Views: 12961

Re: Words that a Magician Should Never Utter in Front of Laymen

Ball dropper
Final load
Derek Dingle
by Bizzaro
July 25th, 2008, 8:39 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Cops and magicians?
Replies: 0
Views: 532

Cops and magicians?

Maybe starting a new trend for kids to play? Saw this on another forum and found it amusing.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/28871366@N07/2696107089/
by Bizzaro
May 28th, 2008, 7:39 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Rudy Coby is back
Replies: 78
Views: 17918

Re: Rudy Coby is back

Rudy Coby wrote:I always hit a brick wall with the people booking the talent.


Welcome to my world ha ha.

Seriously, there are a great many people glad to hear you are oot and aboot again. When I am in CA in Nov. for Bat's Day, I'll give yah a shout and we'll do food.
by Bizzaro
April 21st, 2008, 1:08 am
Forum: Convention Room Mate Finder
Topic: WMS 2008
Replies: 0
Views: 1631

WMS 2008

Anyone looking to split room costs or had someone back out on a room for World Magic this next weekend? Lemme know. Thanx,
by Bizzaro
January 23rd, 2006, 2:08 am
Forum: Magicana
Topic: Zombie
Replies: 0
Views: 1151

Zombie

We are working on a project and there was an article in an olg genii mag about a zombie ball hookup which had the gimmick plug into a tube of some sort and suspend off your tuxedo. Does anyone have an idea who that was or what issue? Thanx.

Bizzaro.
by Bizzaro
January 2nd, 2006, 3:21 am
Forum: General
Topic: Johnny Brown/Texas
Replies: 8
Views: 2292

Re: Johnny Brown/Texas

He was a staple at the Young Magicians Club in Dallas and was the first person I saw do the Balducci (Way before Blaine ever aired) and was the first person I have ever seen do coins to glass ala coat method from Bobo. Fooled the hell out of me. It's a shame more people don't do that effect. His hom...
by Bizzaro
November 7th, 2005, 2:03 am
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Razor Blade Illusion
Replies: 2
Views: 779

Razor Blade Illusion

I am looking for who the original creator and time period of the Razor Blade Illusion (Which of course is just a modern Needle Mystery)but I was wondering as I am working on a project. Anyone know? Email me.

Bizzaro.
by Bizzaro
July 25th, 2005, 9:32 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Mindfreak I and II
Replies: 189
Views: 29651

Re: Mindfreak I and II

I like the fact "weirder" magic is becoming into the public eye. Might make my job easier.

As for the "No camera tricks etc etc" disclaimer.. the reason they don't use that stuff on shows like Blaine and Angel is simple. They would be lying.
by Bizzaro
July 25th, 2005, 9:24 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: The Boris Wild Marked Deck - Factory Printed by US Playing Card!
Replies: 45
Views: 11589

Re: The Boris Wild Marked Deck - Factory Printed by US Playing Card!

Wow that is a miracle. I actual enjoy the Boris Wild deck. Used it a lot at the shop I worked at. How much are these gonna go for in the world?
by Bizzaro
May 17th, 2005, 11:42 am
Forum: General
Topic: UPDATE: Jay Marshall has died
Replies: 73
Views: 24663

Re: UPDATE: Jay Marshall has died

http://www.livejournal.com/users/mai_ling/187363.html

photos from the Wake.

End of transmission...
by Bizzaro
May 13th, 2005, 1:05 pm
Forum: General
Topic: UPDATE: Jay Marshall has died
Replies: 73
Views: 24663

Re: UPDATE: Jay Marshall has died

Posted for Frances Mai-Ling, daughter of Louie...

http://www.livejournal.com/users/mai_ling/186877.html
by Bizzaro
May 12th, 2005, 7:31 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Looking for new switches for razorblade swallowing
Replies: 13
Views: 7428

Re: Looking for new switches for razorblade swallowing

I prefer two methods depending on the show. I always hated the stack switch so I created a switch that leaves the blades on display sperated even after the switch. That however is used for my magic stage show. For my sideshow I use a no switch to music bit modified from the Ellis in Wonderland Lectu...
by Bizzaro
February 25th, 2005, 2:31 am
Forum: Link Watch
Topic: Re-loaded..
Replies: 0
Views: 612

Re-loaded..

Usually that term is reserved for magicians at the bar on the third day of any convention. Regardless, just a little self-pimpin'. We have totally revamped www.SmappDooDa.com for 2005 so if yah wanna go by and touch the new shiny stuff go ahead.

Toodles.
by Bizzaro
October 13th, 2004, 4:21 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Mondo Magic -Episode two
Replies: 28
Views: 2389

Re: Mondo Magic -Episode two

I have replied to this in a few other forums. I understand the producers have more of a hand in this than they should but mayhaps there should have been something in the contract about the magicians getting a say so? I dunno. The only real gripes from not only me but my non-magical fiends as well is...
by Bizzaro
September 22nd, 2004, 3:55 am
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Zone Zero by Jerry Andrus
Replies: 5
Views: 2192

Re: Zone Zero by Jerry Andrus

Assuming the master move is the flip move not the pass (I havn't seen the video in some time.) the way to rpevent flashing is making sure you turn the board RIGHT where the thumb meets the hand, right in that crook. It hides everything if done right.

Good luck.
by Bizzaro
July 29th, 2004, 4:15 am
Forum: General
Topic: Adult material in magic
Replies: 36
Views: 2750

Re: Adult material in magic

Careful Connolly.. if any of them rabid lesbian fans of hers find out yer mocking her name it could be a quick flannel death for you. (For the record it is DiFranco. <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.columbia.edu/~marg/ani">http://www.columbia.edu/~marg/ani</a><!-- m -->) So from what I...
by Bizzaro
July 27th, 2004, 4:39 am
Forum: General
Topic: Adult material in magic
Replies: 36
Views: 2750

Re: Adult material in magic

FLOG THAT DECEASED EQUINE!!! Ahem. This is a topic of much conversation in our group. Not magic, but language and definitions. I think it is a damn shame someone along the way decided a handful of words were taboo. I could easily decide tobe "offended" by the word plate and ask people not ...

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