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Piff, the Second Most Famous Magic Dragon …

Piff, the Second Most Famous Magic Dragon …

If you watched America’s Got Talent last year, you are familiar with Piff the Magic Dragon. Although he didn’t win the top prize, he did get into the finals and every week entertained the judges and America with his combination of mind-blowing magic and hilarious comedy.

And his little dog, Mr. Piffles–the World’s First Magic Performing Chihuahua–was a treat to watch too.

While Puff the Magic Dragon may have lived by the sea, his younger and less successful brother, Piff the Magic Dragon was born and raised in South East London, England. As a human, he was known as John, but when he went on to perform magic, he became Piff. Read more..

http://parade.com/479105/michelewojciechowski/piff-the-second-most-famous-magic-dragon/

Our own Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in Las Vegas?..

Our own Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in Las Vegas?..

Harry Potter attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry — for free. Now thanks to the Las Vegas-headquartered Institute for Magic Education Inc., students of magic performance will have the same advantage.

The institute is the brainchild of President Dr. Lynn Miner along with magic stars Mac King from Harrah’s and Jeff McBride, founder of the McBride Magic & Mystery School in Henderson.. Read more… 

https://lasvegassun.com/vegasdeluxe/2016/may/16/our-own-hogwarts-school-of-witchcraft-and-wizardry/

David Copperfield On Why Magic Should Be Recognized By The Government..

David Copperfield On Why Magic Should Be Recognized By The Government..

It’s been a while since David Copperfield pulled off an illusion on the scale of walking through the Great Wall of China or making the Statue of Liberty disappear, but he’s keeping busy. The most successful magician of all time performs more than 500 times a year in Las Vegas and recently was part of an effort to persuade the federal government to recognize magic as an art form. In March, Representative Pete Sessions of Texas dropped House Resolution 642 before Congress, which aims to ensure magic is “preserved, understood and promulgated.” Copperfield, a driving force behind the bill, is listed as an example of the heights that can be attained through mastery of the discipline.

If the government needs additional convincing, Now You See Me 2, the sequel to 2013’s hit magic-fueled thriller inspired by Copperfield’s theatrical stage shows, is in theaters June 10.  Read more…

http://www.newsweek.com/david-copperfield-magic-house-resolution-642-462083

Entertainment & Media Veteran Shows Entertainers How To Be Featured On Radio, T.V., Newspapers & Magazines..

Entertainment & Media Veteran Shows Entertainers How To Be Featured On Radio, T.V., Newspapers & Magazines..

Have you ever wanted your performing or entertainment business to be featured on television, radio, newspapers or magazines?

Do you ever wonder whey it seems the same entertainers get featured in the media and others don’t?

Do you think media coverage could help your performing or entertainment business?

Every day each and every one of us is influenced by the media. Radio, television, newspapers, magazines and the Internet are among the most popular and influential media formats.

The press and media help inform, educate, entertain and influence what we think about, accept and believe. They influence us to create our own thoughts, insights and opinions based on their input to our consciousness.

The media is powerful. It is authoritative. Most of all, the media is persuasive, influential and credible. In today’s world the media creates authoritativeness, perspective and credibility.

However, in a much bigger picture, the media is also a business tool, a resource and an opportunity for businesses. Press & media are tools that every entertainer on any level can utilize.

There are many benefits to the entertainer that can help to position, grow and offer credibility to your entertainment business. The press and media can be one of the most unique, powerful and fascinating resources available to entertainers.

So what does all of this mean for us as performers and entertainment business owners and operators? In short, how to take advantage of the press and media in as many ways as possible to benefit and create value to your business.

Press & Media For Entertainers pulls back the curtain and reveals the information you need to know to understand and utilize press and media for your business. Much of this information is closely-guarded industry secrets not easily obtained or understood by the live entertainment or speaking communities.

This is for performers, entertainers and speakers of all levels – part-time or full-time, kids/family performers, corporate performers, speakers, celebrity performers and performers of all types, semi-professionals or pros.

You’ll learn and understand the step-by-step process that is not commonly available to most entertainers industries.

Press & Media For Entertainers is written from a very unique perspective from an industry insider who was both a press & media specialist for over three decades, as well as being a national touring headlining performer and operating in almost every aspect of professional entertainment. The insights and perspectives are unique and unparalleled.  

Much of this information has never been published or presented in such easy to understand, easy to apply accessibility.

Never has such a professional resource been available on this topic offer precise information to dominate the press and media in your marketplace and position your business to it’s maximum potential. No “opt-ins,” no expensive courses to buy, just the real-world information you need to enjoy the many great benefits of press and media coverage for your performing business.

To learn more, check out  http://entertainmentopportunities.com/