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- February 15th, 2018, 4:35 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Wanted - Richard Turner's Bee Playing Cards
- Replies: 21
- Views: 5808
Re: Wanted - Richard Turner's Bee Playing Cards
I have 1 deck, unopened. Drop me an email, david@forentertainmentonly.com
- May 18th, 2017, 12:29 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Steranko
- Replies: 24
- Views: 19340
Re: Steranko
Hi All, I live less than an hour from Jim. He attended one of the East Coast Magic Spectacular conventions that I produced along with Mike Miller and Jeff Carson. The headliner was Juan Tamariz and Jim wanted to see him. After that, he would occasionally attend lectures at our home and held court t...
- April 13th, 2017, 5:17 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Steranko
- Replies: 24
- Views: 19340
- April 12th, 2017, 5:07 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Steranko
- Replies: 24
- Views: 19340
Re: Steranko
I met Steranko about 12 years ago at a comic convention. I took my copy of Nick Fury #1 to have him sign and I bought a poster from him commemorating a talk done by him and Michael Chabon that is signed by both. After a comics discussion and dropping some money in his booth, I figured it was safe to...
- March 7th, 2017, 5:50 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Daryl's Death at The Magic Castle
- Replies: 180
- Views: 67436
Re: Daryl's Death at The Magic Castle
It's taken me more than a week to process this. Daryl's passing was very rough on me. Not because we were close friends, we were casual acquaintances....not because I looked up to him, I did. But because that weekend was my first ever visit to The Magic Castle. I last saw Daryl in August at Magic Li...
- January 23rd, 2017, 4:06 pm
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Neo-Magic Artistry on eBay.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3932
- January 22nd, 2017, 3:38 pm
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Some rare books on eBay
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4210
Some rare books on eBay
Some very rare books listed on eBay.
Cards as Weapons
12 Have Died
Paramiracles
Pure Effect
Compleat Invocation
and more...
http://m.ebay.com/sch/i.html?sid=pepka& ... efine=true
Cards as Weapons
12 Have Died
Paramiracles
Pure Effect
Compleat Invocation
and more...
http://m.ebay.com/sch/i.html?sid=pepka& ... efine=true
- November 18th, 2016, 4:59 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Card tricks....and a wallet to hold them!
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2198
Card tricks....and a wallet to hold them!
Harry Robson's Hands Off Wallet- Probably the most elegant solution for a signed card in envelope in your wallet that is built into a normal hip pocket wallet. Uses Bonsalopes from Propdog, or just load into wallet without envelope. Includes wallet, DVD and 10 instant reset gimmicks. No envelopes pr...
- September 28th, 2016, 3:37 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: The Artists at the 2017 Genii Convention Announced: Register Now and Save $100 vs. the cost of MAGIC Live
- Replies: 14
- Views: 6093
- August 22nd, 2016, 2:23 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: How was MAGIC Live?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4417
Re: How was MAGIC Live?
I don't know much about the David Penn thing, but here are my impressions. BIG! I've only been to one other Magic Live, the 13th anniversary 12 years ago. Then it was around 750-800. Now, it's doubled. For my tastes, to many damn people. All you had to do was walk around the dealer room opening nigh...
- August 11th, 2016, 2:40 am
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: What Is Your Opener...
- Replies: 30
- Views: 9375
Re: What Is Your Opener...
I'm with Richard on this. No problem in opening with cards. I perform almost exclusively with cards. My card opener is a 2 selection transposition of my own invention. If I need a non-card opener I will often use Marc Desouza's miniature bowling ball (ball bearing) from briefcase, which leads to a v...
- August 11th, 2016, 2:11 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Death of Lesley Piddington
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1913
Re: Death of Lesley Piddington
A few years ago, there was a FANTASTIC story about The Piddingtons and their act on NPR. Contributors include Penn Jillette and Jim Steinmeyer. Give this a listen....
http://www.radiolab.org/story/you-are-judge/
http://www.radiolab.org/story/you-are-judge/
- June 13th, 2016, 2:46 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Joe Porper Vernon wand
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1257
Re: Joe Porper Vernon wand
Since there is no case, I'll go to $135.
David Pepka
115 North St.
Harrisburg, PA
17101
717-343-4865
david@forentertainmentonly.com
David Pepka
115 North St.
Harrisburg, PA
17101
717-343-4865
david@forentertainmentonly.com
- June 11th, 2016, 1:06 pm
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Joe Porper Vernon wand
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1257
Re: Joe Porper Vernon wand
eone pointed out that this is listed at Penguin for $168, but it's not available. Fair enough. 1 and only drop to $150.
David Pepka
115 North St.
Harrisburg, PA
17101
717-343-4865
david@forentertainmentonly.com
David Pepka
115 North St.
Harrisburg, PA
17101
717-343-4865
david@forentertainmentonly.com
- June 10th, 2016, 2:06 am
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Why Triumph Is A Great Routine..
- Replies: 46
- Views: 21813
Re: Why Triumph Is A Great Routine..
On the table, I'll do a Zarrow, up the ladder and Daryl's display. If I can have a set up or ring in a stack, it's pretty tough to beat Bannon's Play it Straight Triumph. Most of my work is strolling and I don't always have a table, so I often do Bannon's Last Man Standing, which uses the aforementi...
- June 9th, 2016, 5:11 pm
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Joe Porper Vernon wand
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1257
Joe Porper Vernon wand
Beautiful 2 piece wand made by Joe Porper. Black with white tips. On each end is the self portrait silhouette of Vernon. No case included.
Shipped insured in CONUS for $175.
David Pepka
115 North St
Harrisburg, PA
17101
david@forentertainmentonly.com
717-343-4865
Shipped insured in CONUS for $175.
David Pepka
115 North St
Harrisburg, PA
17101
david@forentertainmentonly.com
717-343-4865
- June 8th, 2016, 6:15 pm
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Riser Standard cups
- Replies: 1
- Views: 823
- June 8th, 2016, 6:10 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Derek Verner (Dai Vernon's Son) Has Died
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7274
Re: Derek Verner (Dai Vernon's Son) Has Died
A well known magician once told me that no matter how hard he strives, he'll never be as good as a magician as Vernon was.....and that's OK. But if he can become a better family man, that's all he needs.
- June 8th, 2016, 5:33 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Copperfield being sued (and his illusion exposed)
- Replies: 18
- Views: 8695
Re: Copperfield being sued (and his illusion exposed)
Quite frankly, whether it's true or not, I'm shocked it's taken this long for a suit to come out of this illusion. Many years ago when David still toured, I caught one of the beach balls and as I went onstage, I was asked, (by Homer) if I was a member of the media or a magician. I said magician. I w...
- June 8th, 2016, 5:23 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: Riser Standard cups
- Replies: 1
- Views: 823
Riser Standard cups
These babies are VERY tough to come by. It's my back up set and I don't use my main set as much as I should so I'm offering these. They are in immaculate condition and will ship insured with a set of green balls and a Crown Royal bag for $250 in CONUS. David Pepka 115 North St. Harrisburg, PA 17101 ...
- February 17th, 2016, 4:41 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Tom Mullica
- Replies: 36
- Views: 17984
Re: Tom Mullica
I can't believe this. Defeating cancer, coming back to magic and rumors of a new Tom Foolery in Vegas....and this happens. Tom isn't only one of my favorite magicians, he's one of my favorite humans. Hang in there Tom, we love you!
- May 6th, 2015, 5:32 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Lennart Green
- Replies: 19
- Views: 9555
- November 18th, 2014, 6:19 am
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Credit for this line please
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2370
Re: Credit for this line please
Dustin Stinett wrote:But Marlo was probably the first to put it into print, so ...
And in the end, that's what really matters.
- November 18th, 2014, 6:18 am
- Forum: Close-Up Magic
- Topic: Peter Pellikaan??
- Replies: 22
- Views: 11170
Re: Peter Pellikaan??
Vanishing Inc. is now carrying his stuff. Looks like he'll be seeing a much broader audience.
- November 18th, 2014, 6:04 am
- Forum: Alternative Media
- Topic: Magic on South Park
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3153
Re: Magic on South Park
Reminded me of an interview with Copperfield. "If I can manipulate reality, would I want to fly....or put a cigarette through a quarte?"
- October 2nd, 2012, 1:27 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Eric DeCamps Pure Magic Comes to Chicago
- Replies: 36
- Views: 10061
Re: Eric DeCamps Pure Magic Comes to Chicago
I loved this show when I saw Eric in NY. I have family in Chicago and was hoping to use this as an excuse to visit. Alas, it's not to be. But, my sister has been very good this year and I think I'll send her and her husband. REALLY great close up in a formal situation is hard to find. If you are any...
- February 29th, 2012, 3:25 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: THE REFORMATION - Guy Hollingwort plus entire Brad Burt's Series, Marin Nash, Lee Grabel
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2819
Re: THE REFORMATION - Guy Hollingwort plus entire Brad Burt's Series, Marin Nash, Lee Grabel
Was looking at all the items and did not see the Hollingworth tapes. :-(
- February 10th, 2012, 1:28 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: CRISS ANGEL ALTERCATION
- Replies: 60
- Views: 13357
Re: CRISS ANGEL ALTERCATION
Richard Kaufman wrote:There is no evidence that Criss Angel has taken steroids and is suffering from roid rage.
I think he meant hemorrhoid rage.
- December 20th, 2011, 5:23 am
- Forum: Collector's Marketplace
- Topic: authenticating personal item? Dell O'Dell Charm Bracelet Will accept offers
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2354
Re: authenticating personal item? Dell O'Dell Charm Bracelet Will accept offers
I agree with the previous post. It probably is inscribed "magigals", which was a club for female magicians - no boys allowed. How is that for discrimination! Dell was a member of the Magigals club. How is that discrimination? Dell was one of the most prominent female magicians ever, of co...
- March 31st, 2011, 2:09 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Genii iPad App Has Been APPROVED!
- Replies: 70
- Views: 14519
Re: Genii iPad App Has Been APPROVED!
Just got an iPad last week. Any plans on a digital only plan or buying single issues?
- November 18th, 2010, 7:39 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New TSA Security Procedures
- Replies: 177
- Views: 39646
Re: New TSA Security Procedures
As someone being treated for cancer, I get MORE than my fair share of radiation and have NO intention of going through a scanner. Not sure how I feel about getting felt up either. However, I DO like Penn's suggestion for this he made a few years ago. BACON and a KISS AIRLINES. Right before you board...
- August 5th, 2010, 1:43 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Criss Angel on Leno Last Night
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1463
Re: Criss Angel on Leno Last Night
I didn't see it, but really know what you're talking about. Anyone else think it looks really dumb that he's always wearing his logo? How often have you seen Mick Jagger wearing a hat or shirt with the tongue logo?
- July 19th, 2010, 12:34 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Magic Castle Larsen Legacy
- Replies: 296
- Views: 62017
Re: Magic Castle Larsen Legacy
As someone who is not a member, or has yet to visit the Castle, I really can't state much of an opinion on the recent changes. However, I can say that it's incredibly disrespectful to treat Mr. Larsen this way. What cahones these suits have!
- April 13th, 2010, 12:20 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Lance Burton To Close Vegas Show
- Replies: 37
- Views: 12989
Re: Lance Burton To Close Vegas Show
Does anyone have footage of Lance on Carson? I've heard stories that he was originally only alotted 4 minutes but when Johnny saw the rehersal, he told the director to give him as much time as he wanted. It would be fun to see that young Lance again.
- February 21st, 2010, 11:00 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Tom Mullica Update
- Replies: 65
- Views: 17451
Re: Sad Tom Mullica News
Tom- I've only been fortunate enough to meet you one time. It was during your final magic lecture tour before you started the Red show full time. In fact, it was my very first magic lecture. Yeah, the bar was set very high. I feel so fortunate that I was able to see all your classics. Afterward, you...
- November 2nd, 2009, 3:08 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: THIS is the day
- Replies: 38
- Views: 7858
Re: THIS is the day
My three year old, two year old and one year old boys all dressed in identical monkey costumes. Too cute for words. My wife was in a safari outfit complete with pith helmet. I dressed as a middle aged dad who likes candy way too much. DD Yep, EVERYTHING (even trick or treat) is funnier with monkeys...
- August 4th, 2009, 2:42 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants
- Replies: 72
- Views: 28518
Re: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants
Thanks for your insights Steve. Are you still in Vegas?
- July 31st, 2009, 1:46 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants
- Replies: 72
- Views: 28518
Re: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants
I thought I'd chime in here as I've seen the Showgirls of Magic show Steve was in. It was my very first time in Vegas and thought "Hey, I love magic, I love boobs, it's perfect!" I went by myself and originally, I thought I would be the only one paying attention the magic. Not true. The au...
- July 18th, 2009, 5:30 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Fun in the FISM Dealer's Room
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3884
Re: Fun in the FISM Dealer's Room
Allow it in the dealers room? I didn't think they even allowed that stuff in the country.
- July 3rd, 2009, 5:39 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants
- Replies: 72
- Views: 28518
Re: Scarlett Opens a New Magic Show in Vegas With Nude Assistants
I won't be in Vegas til March. I hope it lasts til then.