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- March 15th, 2023, 3:11 pm
- Forum: Light From the Lamp
- Topic: Warning - The Rich Cabinet Collection
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3853
Re: Warning - The Rich Cabinet Collection
https://www.magicana.com/sites/default/files/styles/embedded_slideshow/public/field/image/RCC-book-set-2-1.jpg?h=abc34b67&itok=6x2sbvMi Suddenly, we are at the halfway point! When we first set out to publish the definitive collection of five hundred articles of “A Rich Cabinet of Magical Curios...
- January 26th, 2017, 10:27 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Julie Eng's Husband Suley Has Died
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6155
Re: Julie Eng's Husband Suley Has Died
My Dear Friends, I am overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and compassion everyone has shown to me and to our families as we struggle to reconcile our loss. Suley was such an amazing individual, full of life and joy. It is very hard for me that in a blink of an eye, it has all vanished. I can't bel...
- November 18th, 2016, 11:59 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: The December Digital Issue of Genii is Now Online and in the Mail
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3235
Re: The December Digital Issue of Genii is Now Online and in the Mail
Team Genii: Thank you, so much, for giving me the honour to be on this month's cover of Genii! I can't express how overwhelmed I am and deeply touched by all who contributed with kind words and support - especially to the author, David Ben. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!
- June 27th, 2016, 11:51 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Allan Slaight Awards
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2279
Allan Slaight Awards
http://d3oezog2pcfwg7.cloudfront.net/sites/default/files/IMG_3694.JPG On Saturday June 25, The Allan Slaight Awards, Recognizing Outstanding Achievement in Pursuit of The Impossible, were given out (in Toronto) at a private reception. A total of $50,000 in prizes were awarded across five categories...
- May 18th, 2016, 1:25 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Dale Harney & The Magic Palace
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3955
Dale Harney & The Magic Palace
http://d3oezog2pcfwg7.cloudfront.net/sites/default/files/DaleHarneyMagicPalace.png Magicana is pleased to announce a forthcoming, online exhibition – in conjunction the release of the next issue of Magicol No. 191 – on Dale Harney and The Magic Palace. A Canadian television series, The Magic Palace...
- March 15th, 2016, 3:29 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Pat Lyons (Patterson)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2822
Pat Lyons (Patterson)
PAT LYONS (PATTERSON) Magicana is sad to report the passing of famed magic illustrator Pat Lyons (aka Pat Patterson) due to complications from lung cancer. She died peacefully in hospice last evening. Pat, along with her husband, the late P. Howard Lyons were responsible for Ibidem magazine, one of ...
- February 18th, 2016, 9:52 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Allan Slaight Awards
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2079
Allan Slaight Awards
https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12718179_984376478320969_7285763240141307823_n.jpg?oh=909b9b361abf21b0446f503f80bf009a&oe=572B6D0E ALLAN SLAIGHT AWARDS FOR MAGIC ACHIEVEMENT ARE OPEN FOR NOMINATIONS! Nominations are now being accepted and we want to leave no double un...
- February 4th, 2016, 4:32 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: David Ben to Go Hairless (For a Good Cause)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 6718
Re: David Ben to Go Hairless (For a Good Cause)
He did it! Thank you to everyone who contributed. For those who haven't yet, you still can donate to David's campaign! http://www.nohairselfie.com/davidben for a USA or Canadian tax receipt! Want to see what he looks like now? See the two video clips on Magicana's site: David Ben Turns Hair into Mon...
- January 14th, 2016, 6:23 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: David Ben to Go Hairless (For a Good Cause)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 6718
Re: David Ben to Go Hairless (For a Good Cause)
magicam wrote:My apologies to Julie! What the hell was I thinking?
Make that $500.
Hmmm.... keep going.
- January 14th, 2016, 3:55 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: David Ben to Go Hairless (For a Good Cause)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 6718
Re: David Ben to Go Hairless (For a Good Cause)
Max Maven pledges his support in this video clip:
http://www.magicana.com/read/blog/max-m ... hairselfie
http://www.magicana.com/read/blog/max-m ... hairselfie
- August 19th, 2015, 11:50 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
Smurf wrote:I received the limited edition of this today. BEAUTIFUL! I love quality photos and this book is loaded with them.
John
Very happy to hear that the Limited Edition arrived safely and even happier to hear you like the photos!
- August 19th, 2015, 11:47 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
Pleased to report that all Limited Edition copies of The Experts at the Card Table have been sent, and we are receiving news that several have made it to their new homes.
- July 8th, 2015, 12:46 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
Bill Mullins wrote:If David only had one more Julie, he could not only get the second volume of the Vernon book done, but also Karr's Martin Gardner book and Richard's Jennings book.
Let's not give him too many ideas, Bill!
- July 7th, 2015, 11:48 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
Julie, any word on the ship date for the Limited Ed.? Thanks, Joe Hi Joe We are waiting on the slipcases and once they are complete (very soon, I am told) both the books and the cases will be shipped to Toronto for the hand-assembly work. Then, they will be packed and prepped for mailing. So, we ar...
- July 2nd, 2015, 3:26 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: 2014 Allan Slaight Award Winners Announced
- Replies: 1
- Views: 913
2014 Allan Slaight Award Winners Announced
Magicana is delighted to announce and congratulate the first-ever Allan Slaight Award winners, recognizing outstanding achievement in the pursuit of the impossible. Lifetime Achievement Award ($15,000) JOHNNY THOMPSON Sharing Wonder Award ($15,000) PENN & TELLER Sharing Secrets Award ($10,000) M...
- June 30th, 2015, 7:29 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
It's shipped! For all the pre-publication orders, we have received confirmation that books were sent out today. I hope you like it as much as we do!
- June 11th, 2015, 3:43 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
Thank you for everyone's interest in The Experts at the Card Table . To answer some of your emails, yes, there are a few Limited Editions available. Let me know by email (julie at magicana dot com) if you need any specific details. There have also been some great questions and comments about The Exp...
- May 25th, 2015, 9:55 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Cup & Ball Online Exhibition at Magicana
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1230
Cup & Ball Online Exhibition at Magicana
Magicana is pleased to present a new, interactive exhibition on the story of the cups and balls. It features the trick's history, timelines, video performances, commentary - and much more! If you have ever wondered what made this famous trick so memorable, or how it came to be, or who has performed ...
- May 22nd, 2015, 6:11 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
AJM wrote:Many thanks Julie - my order for a limited edition copy has been placed.
Looking forward to this release immensely.
Best regards
Andrew
Fabulous! Thanks Andrew. I see it came in! We'll be in touch....
Julie
- May 22nd, 2015, 3:21 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
Any details on the limited edition? Andrew We are pleased to announce that a limited, numbered-edition of The Experts at the Card Table is now available at a special discount until June 21, 2015. The Limited Edition will be restricted to 104 copies: 100 numbered and 4 presentation copies. Featuring...
- May 15th, 2015, 10:45 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
Oops..I just ordered a regular edition and didn't know about the limited edition. Ms. Eng: may I please ask: what will the limited edition entail? Don't worry if you have ordered already. You will have an opportunity to upgrade, if you wish. We are working out the shipping cost for the Limited Edit...
- May 15th, 2015, 7:04 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
For a limited time, we have a pre-publication offer on The Experts at the Card Table available on our website: http://www.magicana.com/theexperts USA / $70 USD and FREE shipping International / $70 USD and discounted shipping of $25 Canada / $100 CDN including shipping and HST We will soon be offeri...
- April 16th, 2015, 9:51 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Quarter of a million dollars for excellence in magic!
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1335
Quarter of a million dollars for excellence in magic!
Magicana is pleased to announce on behalf of the Slaight Family Foundation the creation of the Allan Slaight Awards to recognize outstanding achievement in the pursuit of the impossible. Initiated by the Slaight Family Foundation to honour Canadian media mogul and philanthropist Allan Slaight, and h...
- March 30th, 2015, 3:09 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Bammo Goes BANG!
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5554
Re: Bammo Goes BANG!
The special deal has been extended to April 10! The webpage still says April 1 in two places -- might want to update that. Bob got ahead of me on that one. Yes, it is official, the Bammo TCDD pre publication offer is extended until April 10. Here is the link: http://www.magicana.com/bammo Right now...
- March 22nd, 2015, 10:23 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New EATCT book by David Ben
- Replies: 69
- Views: 29482
Re: New EATCT book by David Ben
For more information about the book, visit: http://www.magicana.com/theexperts
- February 27th, 2015, 11:41 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Inventing The Ten Card Poker Deal
- Replies: 466
- Views: 192902
Re: Inventing The Ten Card Poker Deal
The Canadian postage and handling will be up today. Canada Post has a unique business philosophy which, as far as I can tell, ensures they will fail. It is: reduce service and raise prices. Unlike the U.S., Canada does not have a so-called, "book rate." For example, to send the book to th...
- December 24th, 2014, 12:20 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: New film from David Ben & Daniel Zuckerbrot
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2794
New film from David Ben & Daniel Zuckerbrot
From the same team that gave you Dai Vernon, The Spirit of Magic, Magicana and Reel Time Images present a new film The Devils Playthings. The film was inspired by Billy Jamieson and his weird and wonderful collection of the macabre and one of the most challenging sleight of hand pieces, Bill Simon's...
- October 9th, 2014, 3:44 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: The Conjuror Returns to Toronto
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1310
Re: The Conjuror Returns to Toronto
And if you are thinking about buying tickets, act now ! There is a Magicana special discount of 20% for a limited time! Check out the blog to get the discount code: http://www.magicana.com/save-on-the-conjuror-tickets/ Let us know if you are coming! PS: @theconjuror http://twitter.com/theconjuror wi...
- May 26th, 2014, 11:03 pm
- Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
- Topic: Jay Palmer and Magic Kettle Act?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3291
Jay Palmer and Magic Kettle Act?
Does any one have some information about Jay Palmer and his Magic Kettle act? We received a note from a researcher in Portugal, Miguel Melo, and I have posted his questions on our blog... http://magicol.magicana.com/magic-kettle-jay-palmer/ If you have some info about the Jay and / or about his act,...
- May 6th, 2014, 6:54 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Stevens Control
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3631
Re: Stevens Control
mrgoat wrote:That's cool and all, but can he do that using Dai Vernon's TRIUMPH shuffle? My Dad can.
Yes, he can.
- May 6th, 2014, 3:10 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Stevens Control
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3631
Re: Stevens Control
There was an inquiry from the Magic Cafe about where exactly was the correct description if the Fulves' version was incorrect... Here's what I posted, and I quote from David Ben: “The best description of the move which sadly, has been in plain sight since the early 60s, is in Dai Vernon’s More Inner...
- May 6th, 2014, 2:31 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Stevens Control
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3631
Stevens Control
While working on our Erdnase project, Card Table Artifice for Luminato ( http://www.magicana.com/performances/luminato-2014/card-table-artifice/ ) we came across a video clip on the Magic Cafe by "AmcD", demonstrating his version of the Stevens Control. As many of you may know, I work with...
- April 8th, 2014, 1:35 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Lumainto 2014: Card Table Artifice and Bullet Catch
- Replies: 2
- Views: 931
Lumainto 2014: Card Table Artifice and Bullet Catch
That's right! We're at it again in Toronto in association with the Luminato Festival with this year's program, Transgressive Magic : http://www.magicana.com/performances/luminato-2014/ . Watch David Ben has he describes this year's shows including a new work, Card Table Artifice, Rob Zabrecky's TURN...
- February 21st, 2014, 3:45 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Magicol, No. 186 is almost there!
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3381
Magicol, No. 186 is almost there!
Yes! It’s true! Magiciol is almost back on track, and soon you will see the proof in your mailbox. That’s right, Magicol No. 186 – the long awaited kick off issue to our current subscription – is almost ready to hit the printers. We are letting you know earlier than usual to remind you we only print...
- January 30th, 2014, 9:17 pm
- Forum: Kaufman & Company
- Topic: MONTANA MAGAZINE OF WESTERN HISTORY
- Replies: 12
- Views: 21414
Re: MONTANA MAGAZINE OF WESTERN HISTORY
If you are interested in purchasing a back issue of the Winter 2013 Vol 63, No. 4, Tammy Ryan from subscriptions is a very helpful lady who suggests that you either email her or call her to place your order: Email tryan@mt.gov or Phone 406-444-4708.
- January 14th, 2014, 10:23 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Carney in Canada!
- Replies: 0
- Views: 643
Carney in Canada!
Hey you Torontonians and Montrealers!! Magicana is delighted to announce that the one and only, John Carney, will be presenting his lecture and workshop in Toronto and Montreal in February 2014. There are only two dates in Canada: TORONTO | Feb 15, 2014 Howlett Academy 15 Madison Avenue (Bloor &...
- November 16th, 2013, 1:33 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Magic Collectors Weekend 2014
- Replies: 42
- Views: 11868
Re: Magic Collectors Weekend 2014
David Ben has posted an update on the Thayer Magic site. We have reposted his response about the convention on our Mystery & History blog, if one wishes to read the details.
http://magicol.magicana.com/more-on-the-cancellation/
http://magicol.magicana.com/more-on-the-cancellation/
- November 15th, 2013, 5:12 pm
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: Magic Collectors Weekend 2014
- Replies: 42
- Views: 11868
Re: Magic Collectors Weekend 2014
An update on the status of the Magic Collectors Weekend from DAVID BEN: MCW CANCELLED We regret to inform subscribers to Magicol, and previous attendees to the Magic Collectors Weekend, that there will be no Magic Collectors Weekend staged in Cincinnati on June 5, 6, 7 as announced originally in the...
- October 28th, 2013, 3:08 pm
- Forum: Other Magic Publications
- Topic: E. Raymond Carlyle and the Magic Castle’s Houdini Séance
- Replies: 1
- Views: 11129
Re: E. Raymond Carlyle and the Magic Castle’s Houdini Séance
Thanks Dustin, for clarifying. We have also posted your statement on our Mystery & History blog for Magicol readers:
http://magicol.magicana.com/carlyle-mag ... le-seance/
Best,
Julie
http://magicol.magicana.com/carlyle-mag ... le-seance/
Best,
Julie
- August 22nd, 2013, 10:16 am
- Forum: Buzz
- Topic: RIP Jan Howlett (David Ben's Wife)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5637
Re: RIP Jan Howlett (David Ben's Wife)
The Globe & Mail has published an article on Jan Howlett in the "Lives Lived" section. We have republished the post here:
http://ljanhowlett.howlettacademy.com/a ... urriculum/
http://ljanhowlett.howlettacademy.com/a ... urriculum/