Forth Valley Magic Circle

All of us from Forth Valley Magic Circle had a great time at SAMS 2010 and would like to thank everyone who helped organise the event. Special thanks of course go to George and Janet. Also a big thank you to those who represented the club in the competitions, Peter Kinney and Archie Smith. Congratulations must escpecially go to William Williamson who managed to walk away with three prizes for Kilmarnock MC. Here are the results in full:

John Ramsay Rosebowl (best effect in Close Up competition) – Chris Dinwoodie (SCA)
Anne Warlock Trophy (winner of Close Up competition) – Michael Neto (Kilmarnock MC)
Max Raskin Cup (winner of Children’s Magic Competition) – William Williamson (Kilmarnock MC)
Fletcher Cup (2nd Place in Stage competition) – George Colvan (Glasgow MC)
Harold McMillan Shield (winner of Stage competition) – William Williamson (Kilmarnock MC)
Murray Wand for Showmanship – William Williamson (Kilmarnock MC)
Jack Silver Award (for best dealer) – Adrian Sullivan
Sir Alexander Cannon Trophy (winners of Ledgerdemain League) – Kilmarnock MC
Jimmy Craig Quaich – Paul Nardini

Forth Valley Magic Circle are proud to confirm that we will be hosting the Michael Ammar lecture during his 2010 UK tour.

Michael will be presenting his lecture on 11th October 2010 at 7.30pm at the Station Hotel, 2 Foundry Loan, Larbert, FK5 4AW. Michael may also be holding a Private Workshop prior to the lecture. More details will be published nearer the time.

Perth Magic Circle will be holding a Day of Magic in the Grampian Hotel, Perth on Sunday 23rd May commencing 10.00am. Davenports (The UK’s oldest established magic shop) will be attending and will have a wide selection of magic to tempt us all. Whether it is DVDs, close up, books stage or childrens magic they probably have it so it will be a great opportunity to get some new material.

There are two lecture arranged, one from Roy Davenport and the other from Trevor Lewis…both these will be excellent as each is a master of their craft! To mark the anniversary, Perth City Council have granted a Civic Reception and everyone attending will be invited to this which will precede the Gala Cabaret featuring Colin McLeod, who scored heavily at last years Edinburgh Fringe, Trevor Lewis and Roy Davenport who will present his Grandfathers famous manipulation act.

There will of course, be bar facilities during the day and snacks/meals will also be available if required. The cost for the entire day is £20.00 (Juniors – under age 16 years – £10.00, accompanied by a responsible adult.)

Forth Valley Magic Circle will once again be hosting their “Tricks at the Tryst” show on Saturday 15th May 2010, doors open at 6:30pm for a 7.00pm start at Falkirk Town Hall.

The format of the show will be a mix of cabaret magic and close-up magic suitable for the whole family, performed by members of the circle.

Tickets are £5 each and can be booked via email through Peter Kinney at pkinney@tiscali.co.uk or by phone 07799 624408. PayPal accepted.

Following last year’s sell out show, we will be holding the show on the main stage in the main arena of the Town Hall, but to avoid disappointment please contact Pete in advance if you would like tickets.

On Monday we were very pleased to have Kevin McMahon visit the club to discuss his International Magic Festival project. The festival will run in Edinburgh this summer running from the 7th – 11th July 2010. It is expected that more than 3,000 people will attend events, ranging from a gala show featuring world-class performers to a “magic school” for youngsters.

For more information visit the Edinburgh International Magic Festival website.

This years convention will be held in the Tontine Hotel, Greenock on Friday 30th of April till the Sunday 2nd of May. Dealers will be Adrian Sullivan, David Forrest Full 52 Productions and Jimmy Craig. Confirmed lectures are David Forrest and John Archer. Gala show Brian Jeffrey’s Fly by Nite, David Lees, Clive Moore, John Archer and Guy Barrett.


Sams convention registration desk opens at 6pm on the friday and the convention starts at 7.30 with an opening of the convention with a buffet provided followed by the president’s show and the opening of the dealers.

Glasgow Magic Circle are hosting a lecture by Mark Leveridge on the 11th May at 7.30pm in the Rutherglen URC Church, 69 Johnstone Drive, Rutherglen.

Visiting magicians are welcome. Admission costs £5 to non GMC members.

The Association of Childrens Entertainers and Performers is presenting a lecture Kimmo and a Practical Magic Dealer Demonstration on Thursday 8th April at 7.30pm.

The event is being held at St Margaret’s Church Hall, 96 Hall Craig Street, Airdrie, ML6 6AW. Entry is just £10.

The Edinburgh Magic Circle
is pleased to announce a lecture by Kostya Kimlat on Monday April 5th at 7.30PM.

The lecture will be held at The Police Club, 28 York Place, Edinburgh, Eh1 3EP. Doors open 7pm and the lecture starts 7.30pm. All visitors welcome. Tickets £5 members and £10 non members.

The Scottish Conjurers Association
is pleased to announce a lecture by Kostya Kimlat on Wednesday April 7th at 7.30PM.

The lecture will be held at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, Balcarres Avenue, Kelvindale, Glasgow G120QF. Entry Fee for Visitors £10.00 at the door. Please email
secretary@scottishconjurersassociation.org.uk for more details.