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Magician Michael Carbonaro on Disguises, Pranking Shaq, and Getting the Guy..

Magician Michael Carbonaro on Disguises, Pranking Shaq, and Getting the Guy..

He might be rushing to make a flight, but Michael Carbonaro talks with a charm that makes you think you have all the time in the world. The magician and prankster of tru TV’s The Carbonaro Effecthas quite a following for his elaborate illusions hoodwinking an unsuspecting public—often ridiculous products or inventions that make jaws drop. We caught up with the openly gay, Long Island-born trickster about coming up with stunts, a new wig collection, and if magic ever helped him get a hot date. Read more..

http://www.out.com/television/2016/5/19/10-qs-gay-magician-michael-carbonaro-disguises-pranking-shaq-and-getting-guy

How I Got My Dream Job: John Rizen, Magician..

How I Got My Dream Job: John Rizen, Magician..

Magicians have been with us for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. Historians date the first usage of the word as early as the 14th century, and trace its etymological origins to themagus, a type of ancient Persian priest, and cognate maghdim, a Chaldean term for “wisdom and philosophy.” Fast-forward a handful of centuries later, and the word’s basic connotations still apply, at least to modern-day magician John Rizen, a Canadian-born magic master and mogul currently based in Vancouver, BC. For the past six years, Rizen had managed to carve out a career path doing what he loves, through hard work, self-defined hustle, and of course — and please forgive the mandatory pun — a little magic.  Read the interview…

http://www.payscale.com/career-news/2016/05/how-i-got-my-dream-job-john-rizen-magician

Seaside resort BANS classic Punch and Judy show because it ‘trivalises domestic violence ‘..

Seaside resort BANS classic Punch and Judy show because it ‘trivalises domestic violence ‘..

A seaside resort has banned a classic Punch and Judy show – because councillors fear it trivialises domestic violence.

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The traditional puppet show was supposed to be part of the Barry Island Beats, Eats and Treats festival in south Wales next month.

But the performance was scrapped after officials and some councillors decided it would be at odds with the county council’s standpoint on domestic violence.

Ian Johnson, of Barry Town Council, which agreed to give £2,500 to support the festival, said: ‘The issue was that it was treading a fine line between entertainment and recognising that some of it was inappropriate.

Read more:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3589461/Seaside-resort-BANS-classic-Punch-Judy-summer-festival-trivalises-domestic-violence.html#ixzz48xpSz1av

** If you aren’t familiar with a Punch and Judy show.. here’s an archived film, about 8 minutes long, that will give you a good idea.. 

 https://archive.org/details/santa_claus_punch_and_judy

Magician Kostya Kimlat on – Orlando News Now

Magician Kostya Kimlat on – Orlando News Now

Kostya Kimlat is one of our favorite magicians. Certain performers have an indescribable factor that propels their style and magic a step beyond the typical performer. Kostya not only performs on stage, but he specializes in corporate functions and close up settings. He recently appeared on Orlando News Now and we have secured a link to his interview and performance.. I think you’ll enjoy Kostya’s appearance. Also, catch his blog.. “Think Like A Magician”, at http://www.kostyakimlat.com/

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/os-magician-kostya-kimlet-comes-by-for-a-visit-orlando-news-now-20160509-premiumvideo.html