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Steve Martin in Talks to Star in Disney’s ‘Magic Camp’ (Exclusive)

Steve Martin in Talks to Star in Disney’s ‘Magic Camp’ (Exclusive)

The actor-comedian is in final negotiations to star in Magic Camp, a family comedy the studio is developing.

The story tells of a straitlaced banker who returns to Magic Camp, which he attended as a shy child. This time he is a counselor who makes it his mission to improve the lives of all the kids while keeping an eye on his ultimate prize, the top spot at the Golden Wand competition.

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/steve-martin-talks-star-disneys-727139

Magic Camp Helps Treat Children with Hemiplegia

Magic Camp Helps Treat Children with Hemiplegia

7News in Australia reports on young children with medical problems being helped through magic…

 Hemiplegia is a form of paralysis on one side of the body..

The condition means a simple task like tying your shoelaces can be tricky for children.

But it no longer seems such an enormous challenge for Ella Korlaki, 8, now that she can magically repair a piece of rope after slicing it in half.

“It’s helpful, it’s educational and it’s fun,” Ella said.

Ella is taking part in the first magic camp run by the Arts Health Institute, an Australian charity using the performing arts to help those with health needs.

Some of Australia’s best magicians are working alongside occupational therapists, teaching close-up magic tricks to the young participants.

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