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MISDIRECTIONS MAGIC SHOP
Proudly Presents:
Doc Eason

Doc Eason

“Considered Today’s Greatest Bartender Magician In The World”

Direct from his incredible 22 year run at John Denver’s world-famous “Tower Magic Bar” in Snowmass, Colorado, Doc Eason will present his highly acclaimed lecture in San Francisco for one night only!  Doc’s unique style of magic, his humorous repartee, and the warm attention he gives to his customers are all reasons why, year after year, patrons return and bring new friends to watch one of the greatest magicians around!  Thanks to his best selling DVD’s:  “Bar Magic Vol.1-3,” “Rocky Mountain Magic” and the “Aspen Bar Magic” issue of Michael Ammar’s “Magical Arts Journal,” he is know as “The Bar Magic Guy” to magicians all over the world.  Besides being one of the most sought out performers, he also found time to be the current champion of the 2009 & 2008 Close-Up Magician of the Year & 2009 Lecturer of the Year from the Academy of Magic Arts, Magic Castle.

You will benefit from his vast experience even if you do not perform bar magic.  His hilarious “Comedy Bar Magic Lecture” features material that he uses every night when he entertains.  Doc performs for enthusiastic lay audiences every night and his performance reflects the fact that he has done this act literally thousands of times.  Everyone who sees this lecture, from the novice to the seasonal professional, walks away with something they can apply to their own performing arena.  Doc will draw from his 28+ years of entertainment experience, which artfully blends hilarious comedy, fascinating magic and spirited audience participation.  He will teach you about misdirection, performance, timing, comedy, how to get bigger tips, how to handle hecklers, as well as magic!!!

“His delightful magic, exuberant personality & strong technical skills make his lecture a delight.”-Phil Willmarth  “If you value things that have strong commercial appeal to the lay audience, then you will love this lecture.”-Billy McComb  “One of magic’s finest performers, and, more importantly, one of magic’s nicest people.”-Michael Close  “He knows how to make magic an intensely personal experience, adapting to the uniqueness of the individual.  He is a rear talent & a pleasure to watch.”-Bruce Barnett

Do not miss your chance to watch, learn and experience an in-depth look at the working repertoire from the King of Bar Magic!  Doc’s Lecture is a prescription for Real Magicians in the Real World!!!

DOC EASON
"Comedy Bar Magic"

Tuesday, June 27
7:30 p.m. – Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Advance Purchase - By June 18, 2010

$ 30.00 Magic Club Members before deadline
$ 35.00 Non-Members
At the Door - $ 40.00
Miraloma Park Improvement Club
350 O'Shaughnessy Boulevard
San Francisco. California
Free Parking
www.misdirections.com

 
The San Francisco Ghost Hunt
Meet real ghosts from wild and romantic times gone by. You will enjoy nearly three hours of guaranteed unearthly fun! The Ghost Hunt is delighted to introduce you to San Francisco's most notorious ghosts at 7:00 pm six evenings a week, closed Tuesdays. Call 415-922-5590 to confirm.

$20 person.
**** Misdirections Magic Club 25% off
415-922-5590

www.sfghosthunt.com
The San Francisco Ghost Hunt take place year around, in every weather, in a beautiful historic neighborhood in the comfortable Pacific Heights district. The one mile walking tour is in a quiet residential area surrounding a vast well kept park. The locality is free of the usual urban unpleasantness, there is even no business traffic. The Ghost Hunt shows a very local side of San Francisco many have been dying to see. There is one modrate hill, the pace is easy and the views are spectacular. You will enjoy nearly three hours of guaranteed unearthly fun
 



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THE BALBOA PREMIERE OF “DOUBLE FEATURES”, A SHORT FILM SHOT HERE AT THE THEATER!
Awhile back, a short film called Double Features was shot here at the Balboa. It tells the story of “a brokenhearted young man who waits for a date that never shows, and a lonely projectionist mourning the past while dreaming of a better future. They meet one night at an old art-house cinema and find that at the movies, anything can happen.” The short was beautifully photographed, and really makes the Balboa look spectacular, with striking shots of our marquee and projection booth. The film is very much a love letter to old theaters.

View the trailer here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wxg9a0Df2Go&feature=fvsr
We have many photos and posters you may use form THE CAT AND THE CANARY as well as our live guests.
Gallery on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=188033&id=7854811061
Gallery on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/47639529@N06/sets/72157623451130478/

Gary Meyer
Co-Director
Telluride Film Festival

Office
800 Jones Street
Berkeley, CA 94710

(510) 665-9494
Fax: (510) 665-9589
www.TellurideFilmFestival.org
A 501(c )(3) non-profit educational organization
37th Telluride Film Festival, September 3-September 6, 2010




Jams
Bay Bay Area Stars™ hosts Jams Around The Bay™ in six various cities around the Bay Area of Northern California. ***F*R*E*E***
Jams are for people interested in balloon twisting, face painting, glitter tattoos, magic, and any other children/family/corporate entertainment; for beginners, seasoned professionals and everyone else in between.... Full Story

The Oakland Magic Circle
The Oakland Magic Circle Presents:

June 1 – Lloyd Jones Close-up contest for OMC Members. Like last year, there will be a cash prize. So polish up your moves and sleights and be ready for some great magic.

Where: Bjornson Hall, 2258 MacArthur Blvd. Oakland, CA. 94602
(Fruitvale Ave. off ramp off Hwy. 580)
Questions? Go to www.oaklandmagiccircle.com or call
Byron Walker at 510.276.1854 or Scott Alcalay at 510.357.2499
www.oaklandmagiccircle.com


IBM Annual Convention in San Diego

UPDATE 
SAN DIEGO, CA
IBM Talent Chair/Executive Producer of Shows Dale Salwak has confirmed that Las Vegas mega-star RICK THOMAS will perform at the 2010 International Brotherhood of Magicians Annual Convention to be held in San Diego, California, July 6-10. Mark and Nani Wilson will be honored in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of "Allakazam." Michael Ammar will present two special lectures - The Business Side of Magic and his Midnight Lightning Round.
This promises to be a week of sensational international talent with two Fantastic Evening Shows, Grande Banquet and Show, Gold Medal Finalists Competition Show, Lectures, Workshops, Close-up Shows, International Dealer displays, and much more. Full information including registration forms is available at www.magician.org.
Talent confirmed includes:

STAGE

Rick Thomas
Jerome Murat (France)
Jeff Hobson
Max Maven
Joseph Gabriel
Mickey Mak (China)
Kenji Minemura (Japan)
Katalin (Hungary)
Ice McDonald
The Gold Medal Gymnastics Star (China)
Greg Wilson
The Gizmo Guys
Ryan Salwak
Ice McDonald
Eric Buss
Chris Mitchell

CLOSE-UP

David Roth
Rafael Benatar
Joshua Jay
Farrell Dillon

BIG-3 Events

-Lecture by Shawn Farquhar,

-Stage Show

-International Close-up Show

LECTURES

Michael Ammar
Rafael Benatar
David Roth
Fukai
Jeff Hobson
Max Maven
Mark Wilson and Nani
Joshua Jay
Ice McDonald

REGISTER TODAY!             http://www.magician.org


 

Misdirections
Lecture Tour 2010

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“Considered Today’s Greatest Bartender Magician In The World”

Direct from his incredible 22 year run at John Denver’s world-famous “Tower Magic Bar” in Snowmass, Colorado, Doc Eason will present his highly acclaimed lecture in San Francisco for one night only!  Doc’s unique style of magic, his humorous repartee, and the warm attention he gives to his customers are all reasons why, year after year, patrons return and bring new friends to watch one of the greatest magicians around!  Thanks to his best selling DVD’s:  “Bar Magic Vol.1-3,” “Rocky Mountain Magic” and the “Aspen Bar Magic” issue of Michael Ammar’s “Magical Arts Journal,” he is know as “The Bar Magic Guy” to magicians all over the world.  Besides being one of the most sought out performers, he also found time to be the current champion of the 2009 & 2008 Close-Up Magician of the Year & 2009 Lecturer of the Year from the Academy of Magic Arts, Magic Castle.

You will benefit from his vast experience even if you do not perform bar magic.  His hilarious “Comedy Bar Magic Lecture” features material that he uses every night when he entertains.  Doc performs for enthusiastic lay audiences every night and his performance reflects the fact that he has done this act literally thousands of times.  Everyone who sees this lecture, from the novice to the seasonal professional, walks away with something they can apply to their own performing arena.  Doc will draw from his 28+ years of entertainment experience, which artfully blends hilarious comedy, fascinating magic and spirited audience participation.  He will teach you about misdirection, performance, timing, comedy, how to get bigger tips, how to handle hecklers, as well as magic!!!

“His delightful magic, exuberant personality & strong technical skills make his lecture a delight.”-Phil Willmarth  “If you value things that have strong commercial appeal to the lay audience, then you will love this lecture.”-Billy McComb  “One of magic’s finest performers, and, more importantly, one of magic’s nicest people.”-Michael Close  “He knows how to make magic an intensely personal experience, adapting to the uniqueness of the individual.  He is a rear talent & a pleasure to watch.”-Bruce Barnett

Do not miss your chance to watch, learn and experience an in-depth look at the working repertoire from the King of Bar Magic!  Doc’s Lecture is a prescription for Real Magicians in the Real World!!!

DOC EASON
"Comedy Bar Magic"

Tuesday, June 27
7:30 p.m. – Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Advance Purchase - By June 18, 2010

$ 30.00 Magic Club Members before deadline
$ 35.00 Non-Members
At the Door - $ 40.00
Miraloma Park Improvement Club
350 O'Shaughnessy Boulevard
San Francisco. California
Free Parking
www.misdirections.com

 

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Aaron Fisher's: FREE "Double Lift" Lesson!

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Aaron Fisher, creator of the One-Hand Popover and Search and Destroy, and author of the Paper Engine has had a great year. So great that he put some thoughts about the double lift The following video is from him to you. After watching it, your double lift will get better.

There are two types of magicians: those who have been caught doing a Double Lift and those who lie about it.
Every card magician uses the Double Lift; it is one of the most essential sleights in card magic but using it CORRECTLY is not as straight forward as you may think.
Learn how to improve your performance from the master of card magic. In this casual session Aaron Fisher dissects the all important Double Lift and shares his personal tips on giving you a leg up. If you use the Double Lift today, you owe it to your audience to watch what Aaron has to say about it.
Happy New Year from Aaron Fisher and Tannen's Magic!
Aaron Fisher: Double Lift (Windows Media)
Aaron Fisher: Double Lift (Quicktime)

Right-click on desired video and select 'Save Target As...' to save the movie files to your hard drive.

 


http://www.tannens.com

Tannen's Magic, Inc. * 45 West 34th Street, Suite 608 * New York, NY 10001 * Since 1925
Store Hours: Monday - Friday: 10am-5pm (Thursday's until 7pm)    Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Phone: 212-929-4500 * Fax: 212-929-4565 * http://www.tannens.com

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PlaylandPlayland

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Magic Workshop - 2010
Come join teacher and popular performer Mike Della Penna for a week of magic instruction at Playland Not-at-the-Beach!

In our five days together you will: *Learn to perform a multitude of magical effects that you can really do!
*Become a better performer as we explore concepts such as character, scripting, and material choice.
*Delve into the history of magic as we learn about some of its most colorful characters
*Have fun and make friends!

All students will receive a magic kit with all the materials necessary for the week.

The workshop is limited to the first 15 students, so sign up soon!

Magic Workshop - 2010
Flyer and Registration Form

If you would like to find out more about our special events, our Master of Fun, Richard, will send you our e-mail Newsletter.
Richard Tuck
Master of Fun
Playland-Not-at-the-Beach
Museum of Fun
10979 San Pablo Avenue
El Cerrito, California  94530
(510) 592-3002 24-Hour Information Line
(510) 932-8966 Party Scheduling

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