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- September 22nd, 2020, 1:00 pm
- Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
- Topic: Rachel Colombini Death & Paul Gordon
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4352
Re: Rachel Colombini Death & Paul Gordon
I know about some of that stuff and I know where it comes from in regards to her awful childhood and abuse. Sad all round.
- September 22nd, 2020, 11:02 am
- Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
- Topic: Rachel Colombini Death & Paul Gordon
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4352
Re: Rachel Colombini Death & Paul Gordon
Not in my experience and I knew her well for 35 years.
- September 21st, 2020, 1:11 am
- Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
- Topic: Rachel Colombini Death & Paul Gordon
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4352
Rachel Colombini Death & Paul Gordon
Dear All, I know this is kind of old news but I've not had a chance to tell the "full" story since Rachel died a few years ago. Anyway... I'd heard that there had been obits/memoriams etc for Rachel about a year before she "officially" died and I knew it to be "fake news&quo...
- March 1st, 2018, 10:01 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Rachel Colombini
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3935
Re: Rachel Colombini
Re Rachel: I originally posted that she'd died because that's what I was told by a "reliable" source. But, she DID turn up at Blackpool and there's a pic of me with her at The Winter Gardens. We chatted for hours because I've known her for 30 years and Aldo for longer. She's not well and h...
- February 12th, 2014, 2:46 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Aldo Colombini Suffers Catastrophic Stroke
- Replies: 31
- Views: 11241
- February 12th, 2014, 9:21 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Aldo Colombini Suffers Catastrophic Stroke
- Replies: 31
- Views: 11241
Re: Aldo Colombini Suffers Catastrophic Stroke
Funny memory of/with Aldo. I was lecturing at Tannen's Jubilee in the 90s on what Aldo told me was the Saturday. On the Friday, Aldo myself and others decided a crate of wine needed to be attended to. After much quaffing, Tony Spina said, "You do know you're on in 2 hours, don't you?" Aldo...
- January 17th, 2014, 8:41 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Rest In Peace Steve Evans
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1817
Re: Rest In Peace Steve Evans
I was performing in the international close-up show at Buxton and Steve both introduced me and compered the show. He was brilliant, but it was sad to see him struggle. Later on, he compered the gala show and, Imho, he stole it! Lovely man. Rest in peace Steve. Xx Paul Gordon
- January 16th, 2014, 12:48 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Rest In Peace Steve Evans
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1817
Rest In Peace Steve Evans
Very sad day. Magician Steve Evans lost his battle with cancer today. I worked with him only a few months ago and he was the star of the show. Imho, he was the star of most shows he was in. He was a lovely guy and very VERY funny. Rest in peace old chap. Xx Paul Gordon
- September 18th, 2012, 10:25 am
- Forum: Alternative Media
- Topic: Not really magic, but GREAT news for horror fans. (RK take note)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 990
Not really magic, but GREAT news for horror fans. (RK take note)
At last! The House of The Long Shadows (1982) is on DVD in the UK. The "extras" are great, too. It's a great film with a heck of a twist! Brilliant film....and quite magical!
I can now throw my 30 year old video copy away! :)
Paul Gordon
I can now throw my 30 year old video copy away! :)
Paul Gordon
- September 18th, 2012, 10:21 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Brian Glover Passes
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3602
Re: Brian Glover Passes
Brian was a great chap and a VERY well-read cardman. I will miss him, but I'm happy knowing that he and Kevin Fox will be supping a few in a much better place! :) RIP, Brian.
Paul Gordon
Paul Gordon
- March 16th, 2012, 3:10 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Harry Lorayne On Fox NYC
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1232
- March 16th, 2012, 2:56 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Harry Lorayne On Fox NYC
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1232
- March 7th, 2012, 9:47 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Martin Breese has Passed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 8912
Re: Martin Breese Has Passed
Well, the funeral went well. Lovely service. Not many magicians attended; which surprised me. Martin's children (Sophie and James) led the tributes which moved all. Martin was an amazing man and very inspirational. An entrepreneur. A kind man. Much loved. At the wake, I said a few words and then rea...
- March 2nd, 2012, 1:30 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Martin Breese has Passed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 8912
Re: Martin Breese Has Passed
Funeral and wake on Wednesday where I've been asked to say a few words on behalf of Peter Duffie who can't make it; plus a few memories of my own. A tough job to do when emotional. May see some of you there...
So sad...
Paul Gordon
So sad...
Paul Gordon
- February 26th, 2012, 2:12 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Martin Breese has Passed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 8912
Martin Breese
I first met Martin in London sometime in the 1970's. He frightened the life out of me because he was so direct and I was quite young. Some years passed and we then met again in the 90's when I had some publishing queries. This time I was older and not so frightened. We really hit it off. Since that ...
- February 26th, 2012, 1:52 am
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Rovi
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1129
Re: Rovi
There is some film of him working the corridors of the IBM in Eastbourne some 15/20 years ago. It was on YouTube, but seems to have vanished. PG
- February 24th, 2012, 12:13 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Blackpool updates
- Replies: 39
- Views: 9190
Re: Blackpool updates
Yu Jo Jin was on the bill at Monte Carlo All Stars a few years ago when i was lecturing there. My wife took a photo of, literally, 500 dropped jaws. Funny. What a nice guy, too. The Korean 'party' told us that they worked 24/7 to perfect their act but had struggled with 'character' and so on. They a...
- February 23rd, 2012, 2:59 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Martin Breese has Passed
- Replies: 23
- Views: 8912
Re: Martin Breese has Passed
I last spoke to Martin last week and he seemed in good spirits. It makes it even sadder. I first met him in the 70's and stayed in good contact for over 30 years. I was honoured that he had me entertain at most of his private parties in the last ten years or so when he moved close to my home. My god...
- February 12th, 2012, 1:02 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
- Replies: 76
- Views: 20971
Re: Ken Krenzel Passes
Richard Kaufman wrote:The Jennings One-Hand Bottom Palm is not dependant upon having a large hand...
it is if you palm half the deck...:)
Paul
- February 11th, 2012, 1:54 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
- Replies: 76
- Views: 20971
Re: Ken Krenzel Passes
The Mechanical Reverse was devised by a man with an IMMENSE hand. He could hold the deck deep enough that his fingers hung low enough to shield the action. The only other person I saw do the move very well, aside from Ken, was Larry Jennings who had equally enormous hands. Geoff Latta did the move ...
- February 10th, 2012, 10:29 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
- Replies: 76
- Views: 20971
Re: Ken Krenzel Passes
Dear J. Townsend, got your PM but my reply bounces. Can you email me?
- February 10th, 2012, 2:25 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Ken Krenzel Passes
- Replies: 76
- Views: 20971
Re: Ken Krenzel Passes
I recall a few meetings and sessions with Ken in the late 80's and 90's. What a great guy. He helped me with his Mechanical Reverse move; which I still can't do! The photo is after a lecture I did in New York in the mid 90's. Happy memories...R.I.P Ken Paul Gordon http://paulgordon.net/wpimages/wp1f...
- August 7th, 2011, 1:07 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Penn & Teller 'Fool Us'
- Replies: 197
- Views: 53061
Re: Penn & Teller 'Fool Us'
However wrong it may be - and it is - a friend of mine works for the BBC and says this: The reason the BBC is releasing fewer dvds is that they realise it takes just a few minutes to dub a recorded tv show to YouTube, edit it and then transfer it back to dvd. In other words, people can easily make c...
- March 22nd, 2011, 2:34 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2534
Re: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
TONIGHT (March 22nd) is the night of my LIVE ONLINE lecture for The Academy of Magic. So, YOU can watch me from YOUR home. I'll be teaching and performing a lot of goodies. All the tricks are requests from viewers! See http://www.academyofmagic.com for info.
Thanks, Paul Gordon
Thanks, Paul Gordon
- March 19th, 2011, 3:10 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2534
Re: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
If YOU are in London on Tuesday, YOU can be part of the studio audience for my "LIVE" online lecture being filmed at Davenports. Wanna come? Let me know. If not, hope you can make it online...Tues 22nd.
Paul Gordon
Paul Gordon
- March 16th, 2011, 12:37 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2534
Re: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
Hi Folks, Just a reminder about this ONLINE lecture. Watch from YOUR home! Kick your shoes off and enjoy; hopefully! :) See you (?) on March 22nd. Go visit <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.academyofmagic.com/content/next-lecture1#">http://www.academyofmagic.com/content/next-lecture1#</...
- March 8th, 2011, 11:41 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2534
Re: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
For those who PM'd me, it's 10 to view. Just sit at home on the 22nd March and watch me perform a jam-packed lecture; LIVE ONLINE!
- March 6th, 2011, 1:57 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Blackpool's chemistry!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2761
Re: Blackpool's chemistry!
Great video; lovely magic...fantastic performance. Nice one Quentin... PG
- March 3rd, 2011, 12:54 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2534
Paul Gordon ONLINE Card Magic Lecture
Dear All, Although I lecture/perform worldwide, The Academy Of Magic at <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.academyofmagic.com/">http://www.academyofmagic.com/</a><!-- m --> have bought the world to me :) On March 22nd YOU can see my lecture online; LIVE! Visit their website to find out m...
- February 24th, 2011, 7:31 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Blackpool / FISM Controversy?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 8821
Re: Blackpool / FISM Controversy?
I did very well in the dealer hall, but then I work DARNED hard for it! Some (many) dealers sit on their arses and wonder as to why it isn't happening for them. Go figure! Generally speaking, though, I think the recession has cooled things down in respect magicians purchasing stuff... And petrol/gas...
- February 23rd, 2011, 3:31 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Shenanigans the Irish Magic Convention
- Replies: 27
- Views: 7260
Re: Shenanigans the Irish Magic Convention
And I look forward to giving you all a great ENERGETIC time...jam-packed lecture/workshop and MUCHOS energy! :) And lots of DOABLE card stuff I USE professionally.
Paul Gordon
Paul Gordon
- February 23rd, 2011, 3:41 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Welcome Back From Blackpool!
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1078
Re: Welcome Back From Blackpool!
I was a "dealer" there and saw little programmed magic, but boy - did I work darned hard demming/performing. 36 hours total in 3/4 days! (And when I dem, I dem!) Richard filmed a bit of me working... And here is another clip filmed by someone else: <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http:...
- February 14th, 2011, 12:48 am
- Forum: Alternative Media
- Topic: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2658
Re: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
Richard Kaufman wrote:Thanks, Paul. Lovely to see it. And a very graceful acceptance speech. Yes, he is frail. He looks great for 88. How many of us will even be upright at that age?
And what a talent: Actor (acted in more movies than anyone), Linguist, Writer and Operatic Singer...
Paul
- February 14th, 2011, 12:00 am
- Forum: Alternative Media
- Topic: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2658
Re: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
Dear Richard,
Here is the YouTube clip of Christopher Lee on The Baftas:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dbtbk3V ... e=youtu.be
Paul
Here is the YouTube clip of Christopher Lee on The Baftas:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dbtbk3V ... e=youtu.be
Paul
- February 13th, 2011, 11:57 pm
- Forum: Alternative Media
- Topic: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2658
Re: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
Didn't know he was a horror film actor too. He was/is THE horror film actor...that's what made his name in the mid 50's with roles like Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, The Mummy etc. All Hammer horror flicks! See pic below. Paul Gordon http://blogs.coventrytelegraph.net/passtheremote/dracula%20chr...
- February 13th, 2011, 11:45 pm
- Forum: Alternative Media
- Topic: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2658
Re: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
Richard Kaufman wrote:88 in fact.
At 87 he looked 70 and at 88 he looked 98. I guess we've all got it coming...
Paul
- February 13th, 2011, 6:06 pm
- Forum: Alternative Media
- Topic: Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2658
Horror Fans - Christopher Lee
So very sad and upsetting to see one of my heroes Christopher lee looking so very frail and old on the Baftas Awards. (He won "The Fellowship.") He's aged so much in a year or so. You could tell the audience were shocked by his appearance. Bless him. My fav film of his was/is The Night Of ...
- February 12th, 2011, 12:26 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Steve Dacri Has Passed Away...
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5530
Re: Steve Dacri Has Passed Away...
Very sad, indeed. Too many good guys are leaving us in so short a space of time. RIP, Steve. Paul Gordon
- February 4th, 2011, 2:31 am
- Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
- Topic: Funny story re a Magic Circle Audition
- Replies: 0
- Views: 956
Funny story re a Magic Circle Audition
As some of you know, I've created a lot of adult card tricks; tricks ideal for hen/stag (adult) nights and (certain) pub/bar work. Anyway...About ten years ago, I marketed a trick (no plug, it sold out aeons ago) called The Dog's Bollocks . (An English slang saying meaning 'really great'.) Funny car...
- February 2nd, 2011, 12:42 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Close-Up Magic Convention in Sussex - Sat 10th Sept
- Replies: 0
- Views: 722
Close-Up Magic Convention in Sussex - Sat 10th Sept
Buzz: After a few years break, it's back. The 3rd Close-Up Magic Convention in Sussex is back. Sat 10th Sept. Line up includes Marc Oberon (FISM Champ), Lee Smith, Ollie Mealing, Chris Priest, Matthew Garrett (Magic Circle Champ), Steve Dela (Close-up Champ) and yours truly; Paul Gordon . See http:/...