Roddy Mcghie Lecture

Andy Taylor and Roddy Mcghie

Roddy Mcghie at the Magick Lounge

At last, on Thursday 7th July we had our first lecture since February 2020. Little did we know then that Looch would be delivering us our last lecture for two and a half years. Even though it was an excellent one, full of magic and ideas, it was too long to wait for Roddy. Well, what an excellent start, Roddy gave us over two and a half hours of magic, ideas, humour and an insight as to how he creates his effects.

In the above picture I would like to say that Roddy is performing a mind reading experiment on our President, Andy Taylor, but unfortunately it is just a bad photograph. Roddy explained many of his creations, TNT, Sticker Kicker, Puzzled and Little Door (his absolute favourite) to name four, there were many more. Thanks Roddy for an excellent lecture.

LOOCH Lecture

Looch will be giving a rare lecture to help celebrate Sheffield Circle of Magicians Centenary year on Thursday the 5th of March.   Mind Reader and Psychological Magician, Looch has become one of the most sought-after acts in the UK. His unique skills, combined with his humour and professionalism, have seen him booked for a vast array of events, including weddings, parties and corporate events. He has also made a name for himself as an originator of exciting new ideas in mentalism. We welcome non-members (£10 on the door) to this very special event. Doors open at 7.30 pm for an 8pm start at the Magic Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG. More information at the event page https://www.facebook.com/events/510967293161284

Steve Rowe Lecture: Thursday 7th November 2019

We are in for an exciting night of magic.  In Steve’s own words:

“I am a naturally creative thinker which reflects in my magic and performance. I am constantly pushing the boundaries – magicians from all over the world seek consultation and ideas on effects which I create myself and sell within the magic community. I am a member of two local magic clubs and spend a lot of time sharing and developing ideas”

As usual the lecture will be held at The Magick Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG. Doors will open  at 7 o’clock and the lecture will start at 7:30. Don’t forget that admission is free to Sheffield Circle members, £10 for visiting magicians and £5 for juniors. Come and enjoy a fascinating, entertaining and educational experience.

7th March Members’ Lectures

Members only night.  Come and try your hand at a mini lecture to last 15 minutes or so.  Demonstrate a favourite trick and pass on your knowledge and ideas to help others.  You can just turn up but to be sure you can book a slot by emailing secretary@sheffieldcircleofmagicians.org.

Hope to see you on the 7th at 07:30 pm.

For council members here is a council meeting at 06:30 pm

 

Shoot Ogawa Lecture: Thursday 29th June

 

Shoot Ogawa, four times Magic Castle Magician of the Year and winner of countless other awards, will be in Sheffield on Thursday 29 June with his new 2017 lecture. His award-winning performances have taken him to over 40 countries, where he has performed both in intimate venues as well as on stage and television.

“Shoot Ogawa is one of the greatest stars of magic. Give him a piece of rope, a few coins or a deck of cards and he will absolutely kill you. His precision, smoothness and talent are really amazing. All I can say is WOW!” — Boris Wild, Magician

Magicians all over the world are inspired and captivated by his skill and creativity. During this lecture he will be sharing new and wonderful stories, routines, and effects that he has been working on over the last five years. Shoot also teaches from 3 new DVDs created just for this lecture.

Shoot will use these new tricks to help you develop a deeper understanding of his personal magic: how he creates tricks, how to be more skillful as a performer (even for beginners), creating the desired “magical feeling” with any trick, what he believes is a “good magician,” and how to control the power of magic.

Shoot’s lecture breaks down magical performance into seven important aspects: Time Line, Miming, Misdirection, Framing, Skill Level, Training, and Organization. This lecture is an important insight into Shoot’s own personal success, experience, and philosophy of magic… something he is willing to share to this degree for the first time.

Shoot will also demonstrate his legendary skill with and explanation of the Ninja Rings with his updated full routine, including new moves! Plus routines with cards, coins, ropes, etc., to suit all levels.

Full of Shoot’s original tricks and legendary skill and creativity, this lecture promises to be both thoroughly entertaining and devastatingly enlightening.  It starts at 7:30 pm on Thursday 29 June at The Magic Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG. Doors open at 7:00 pm .  Admission is £5 to Sheffield Circle members, £10 to visiting magicians. You don’t want to miss this!

 

Chris Mayhew Lecture – 2nd March

Chris Mayhew Lecture: Thursday the 2nd of March Sheffield Circle of Magicians invite you to join us for a lecture by Chris Mayhew. The lecture will be £5 to SCM members and junior magicians and £10 to non members. It will begin at 7:30 pm on Thursday the 2nd of March at the Magic Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG.

 

“Gaze deep into my eyes…

My name is Chris Mayhew. I make people laugh for a living.

Comedy & magic are a profession for me, but they are also a way of life. Throughout the past decade I’ve developed a unique way to entertain at events which has garnered me a reputation, world-wide.

Some say that I’m disarming, charming, and will make you laugh out loud with my uniquely entertaining brand of magic. I’ll let you be the judge. Cheers!”

Quote taken from Chris’s website, more information can be found at http://chrismayhewmagic.com/

 

 

 

 

 

Andi Gladwin Lecture Wednesday 26th of October

We welcome Andi Gladwin for a lecture on Wednesday the 26th of October.

 

“Andi Gladwin makes events both unbelievable and unforgettable. He is a world-class close-up sleight of hand magician who has performed all over the world at prestigious events such as on the world’s most expensive private yacht over New Year’s Eve, a Las Vegas television special and even in Washington, DC for President Obama’s Inauguration.

“The best magic creates a story,” Andi says, “My aim is for everyone to walk away with a new experience that they will talk about for the rest of their lives.” Those stories have been told by guests at thousands of events over the past decade.

Far from the tackiness or cheesiness often associated with magicians, Andi’s magic is funny, sharp and relies on a lifetime of practice and performing experience. He is a well-dressed, professional magician who has dedicated his entire life to the art.

Andi is equally at home on stage for groups of twenty to one-hundred guests, or while mixing and mingling at cocktail receptions. In either setting, he will interact with your guests and perform amazing miracles just inches from their noses. But each performance is just the start … the stories will live on forever.”

Biography taken from Andi’s website http://www.illusionist.co.uk/

 

The lecture will be £5 to SCM members and junior magicians and £10 to non members (all welcome). It will begin at 7:30 pm on Wednesday the 26th of October at the Magic Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG

Kyle Marlett Lecture: Thursday 22nd September

The Sheffield Circle is looking forward to Kyle Marlett joining us on Thursday the 22nd of September to present his latest lecture.

 

“Talented, off-beat and charismatic, Kyle Marlett performs mind-blowing illusions with singular flair. From close-up sleights-of-hand to elaborate new twists on classic illusions, Kyle delivers an endearing charm and infectious comedic deadpan whether on the stage, on the street or on camera.

Today, it’s hip to be square and this magician has embraced the “nerd” label and made it a unique, personal hook that appeals to today’s modern audience. Hip to social media, digital content and authenticity, Kyle’s peer group have found his persona appealing, entertaining and aspirational. He’s redefining what it means to be a “nerd” and creating a unique following of his own.

Kyle’s already stacked up televised appearances on The Tonight Show, Syfy’s Wizard Wars, and as a recurring performer on POP’s upcoming Don’t Blink. Whether performing one-on-one with celebrities, filming an impromptu viral video with the latest Vine star, performing for the camera or for a spontaneously-gathered crowd, Kyle commands audiences with poise and an up-for-anything confidence. Kyle spent years honing his craft behind-the-scenes in collaboration with the world’s greatest illusionists and magic acts.

He has conceived, designed and implemented some of the most memorable illusions in Las Vegas, on Broadway’s highest-grossing magic show, on London’s West End, in movies and on television. Now, Kyle offers that peak creativity and trademark style in his new one-man Las Vegas show where he performs dazzling new tricks and delivers never-seen-before illusions. It’s no wonder this rising star was recently voted one of the “Most Interesting People in Las Vegas” by Seven Magazine. And it’s easy to see why a relentless pursuit of astounding magic is his calling card.”

Information and video link taken from Kyle’s website http://www.kylemarlett.tv/

 

The lecture will be £5 to SCM members and junior magicians and £10 to non members (all welcome). It will begin at 7:30 pm on Thursday the 22nd of September at the Magic Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG

Vincent Hedan Lecture WEDNESDAY 15th June

Special note our next meeting is on Wednesday 15th to June.  There is no meeting on the 2nd of June.  This is to allow the Lecture by Vincent Hedan to take place.

 

Vincent Hedan has been performing his unique style of magic everywhere in France since 2000, as well as in America, Australia, Europe and Asia.
A member of 4F since 2011, he won the 1st Prize in Mentalism at the 2008 French Magic Championship.

This 2-hour lecture reveals the secrets of his work on easy-to-do, impactful card magic, as well as his original effects for parlor mentalism.

His methods are simple and direct: everyone will find something that will be able to add to their repertoire to fool and entertain their audiences. (information and photo taken from Vincent’s website http://www.vincenthedan.com/magic/lecture.html )

The lecture will begin at 7.30 and as usual it is £5 for paid up members of the Sheffield Circle and £10 for non-members.  Location is our usual venue, The Magic Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG. Doors open at 7:00 pm fairly promptly.

Shane Cobalt Lecture:Wednesday 4th May

 

Shane Cobalt is a card expert from Canada who has been heralded by the likes of Jim Steinmeyer, the Buck Twins, Eric Anderson & Chris Kenner. Having kept his magic underground for some years, he is only now beginning to reveal his skills and is already becoming known for his work on the SWE Shift, Zarrow Shuffle and Diagonal Palm Shift.

You should know Shane Cobalt. He is one of those guys that flies just under the radar. — Jim Steinmeyer, Imagineer for Disney

In his lecture, Shane covers some of his best kept secrets, including his underground solution to the legendary 51 Faces North. Other routines are a mixture of both technically demanding and extremely easy, so, whatever your skill level, there’s something for everyone and plenty to take home and practice.

Shane is like Jimmy Hendrix with a deck of cards, you don’t make requests, you sit back and watch him work. — Elan Levitan, CMO Israel Bonds

Following a proposal and vote at the recent Sheffield Circle AGM, the lecture will be £5 to SCM members and junior magicians and £10 to non members. It will begin at 7:30 pm on Wednesday 4 May (note change of date to suit Mr Cobalt’s busy lecture schedule) at The Magic Lounge, 82 Broad Street, Sheffield, S2 5TG. Doors open at 7:00 pm fairly promptly.

Shane is one of the best sleight of hand guys in the world today. — Chris Kenner, Executive Producer to David Copperfield

Shane Cobalt is a dedicated student of magic in the truest sense of the word. He promises that everyone attending his lecture will be able to walk away with something they can do.

(With many thanks to Russell for the text)