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844: Joe Devlin - Matador In The Arena

Known as the “Matador of Magic,” Joe Devlin has lived what, for most, would be several lifetimes full of magic. He has performed around the world aboard cruise ships for 37 years; he has created and performed unique, original illusions; he was one of the performers in NYC at the Magic Townhouse and Mostly Magic; he had long term engagements in Atlantic City and in the Bahamas; his wedding was the subject of a one-hour “reality” show; he appeared on “All My Children” daytime network television; he has been a consultant tor Criss Angel’s show “Magic of the Stars” and others, and; he was a featured performer on Criss Angel’s “Amysitika” show in Las Vegas.

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In this week’s episode, Joe talks about his amazing history of performing, creating and consulting magic over the years. His fast-paced style and on-stage choreography reminds one of the moves of a flamenco dancer and also of a Spanish bullfighter in the arena. This week he chats about a lot of what he has accomplished over the past 40+ years including a bit about taking care of the Houdini Memorial in New York. He had two touring illusion shows, but since the death of his wife/assistant, he has focused on singular performances and consulting.

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Tagged with Joe Devlin, Criss Angel, Richard Robinson, Jim Sisti, George Schindler, The Magic Townhouse, Imam, Atlantic City, Harry Blackstone Jr., Mostly Magic, The Magic Island, James Randi, Banachek, cruise ships, Richiardi, Jeff McBride, Dorothy Dietrich, Dick Brookz, Magic Townhouse.

July 25, 2024 by Scott Wells.
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782: MAGIC Live! 2023 Convention - Day Four Report

Wednesday, August 9th

24 hours Mystique Lounge, Jackson Square
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Registration, Kiosk

10:00 a.m. - Noon General Session for PURPLE, Showroom
10:00 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. Focus Sessions for WHITE

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11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The Magic Shop, Mardi Gras

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Focus Session for WHITE, see above

2:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. General Session for WHITE, Showroom

2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Focus Session for PURPLE, see above

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Focus Session for PURPLE, see above

Live Tonight!

5:30, 7:25, 9:30 p.m. Downstage, Showroom

6:00 - 10:00 p.m. (continuous showing) Reel Time,, Dauphine D

10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Black & White Farewell Party, Esplanade

10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Souvenir Program Handout, Esplanade

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August 10, 2023 by Scott Wells.
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738: Ray Lum - MARVELous Craftsman

Magicians cannot perform without props. The equipment one uses on stage says a lot about the performer. And the quality and craftsmanship of a good fabricator can make any magician look like a million dollars on stage. Ray Lum is one of those fabricators who resides in Las Vegas and works with all of the greats and the soon-to-be greats. Inspired and mentored by the late Tommy Wonder, Ray Lum carries the tradition of fine quality magic props.

If you are more of a visual person, then you will enjoy this video of our conversation recorded via Zoom.

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This week Ray Lum talks about his invention of the Gumball Machine (which he calls the “Lumball Machine”) and the controversy surrounding the dual creators coming out separately but not knowing about the other’s invention. He also talks about his friend and mentor, Tommy Wonder, and how they met and how Ray carries on the tradition of quality craftsmanship using new technology and materials.

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Tagged with Ray Lum, magic builder, Tommy Wonder, Walter "Zaney" Blaney, Owens Magic Supreme, Bill Smith, gumball machine, Paul Gertner, Joe Givan.

February 9, 2023 by Scott Wells.
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