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War of the Wands
Wired magazine compares two of the most preeminent magicians of the 20th century, Howard Thurson and Harry Houdini. Learn why Jim Steinmeyer, author of The Last Greatest Magician in The World, thinks Thurston’s Wonder Show of the Universe would probably be the show you would most likely wish to take in and how Houdini was [...]
Read moreEncore with Lennart Green: Exclusive Workshop
David Blaine described Lennart Green as one of the few performers who convince people they are watching real magic. Steve Forte describes him as innovative and creative. And Martin Gardner said he was one of the few magicians who could really knock your socks off with his magic. Don’t miss the amazing opportunity to witness [...]
Read moreMagic-Con(juring) Arts Research Contest
For those of you on the fence about attending Magic-Con, we are offering a little incentive to help make it happen. The Conjuring Arts Research Center has offered a contest where a one page research paper (or more) can be submitted. The top ten papers will get a voucher for $50 off a Magic-Con registration!* [...]
Read moreThe Last Greatest Magician
Jim Steinmeyer’s latest book uncovers the life of America’s last greatest magician, Howard Thurston.
Read moreThe Space Between
The Space Between is an interactive playground all about the intersection of magic and art presented by artist Glenn Kaino and card magician Derek DelGaudio of art collective A. Bandit. The exhibit will breath daily as a “conceptual magic shop” where Kaino and DelGaudio will develop magic tricks based on suggestions from guests visiting the [...]
Read moreHow Does the Brain Work?
Recently on NOVA scienceNOW, host Neil DeGrasse Tyson traveled to Las Vegas to meet with leading magicians and neuroscientists to discuss why our brain allows us to be fooled by magic.
Read moreRubik’s Cube Champions
Magic-Con is very excited to announce the attendance and special presentation from two of the fastest Rubik’s cube solvers in the world, Tyson Mao and Chris Dzoan. Moderating the presentation will be professional magician and cube enthusiast John George. John has an exceptional understanding of the cube and is known for incorporating it in his show. He’ll [...]
Read moreWin a trip to Magic-Con 2011
This Holiday season win the trip of a lifetime by simply shopping at magics leading store for magicians, www.dananddave.com Not only do Dan and Dave offer the highest quality playing cards, a quintessential selection of both classic and new books, revolutionary DVDs from todays top magicians, hand exercisers and other great accessories, but the chance [...]
Read moreThe Illusionist
From the director of The Triplets of Belleville comes a new animated film, The Illusionist.
Read moreDerren Brown: ‘I’m being honest about my dishonesty’
Derren Brown talks about trickery and mindgames – and keeping an audience entertained. …when I started off my TV career I was overstating the case, overstating my skills. I thought there’ll only be one show, there’ll never be a repeat, so I might as well go for it. But as I became better-known, I felt [...]
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