Just received this in my inbox from the good folks at IBM ring58 in Knoxville Tn. . I generally don’t report on conferences, conventions and individual performances, in part because of the time factor. If I report on a show in Chicago scheduled for next week, then the post will basically ‘expire’ in only a few days. But the Winter Carnival of Magic in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is different: It was the second magic convention I had the privilege of attending; It was located in one of my favorite spots on earth; and the timing, theatre seating, and close proximity were all to my liking.. This is the ‘one’ convention I make plans to attend each year, regardless of how many more, or few, I attend. Scheduled for March 6-8, this years talent will make it one of the best conventions yet… This years lineup includes: Brian Gillis & Sisuepahn, Dana Daniels, Jade, Levent, Pop Haydn, Paul Gertner, Stephen Bargatze, Suzanne, Geoff Williams, Tim Harkleroad, Gregory Wilson, and Dan Garrett!

To quote from Ring 58:

Since this is our 40th (XL) Winter Carnival of Magic, we asked are talent chairman to make sure the talent was also XL. He didn’t let us down. We have FIVE shows including our two stage shows and the close up show. We will also have seven lectures featuring Levent, Geoff Williams, Dan Garrett, Paul Gertner, Brian Gillis, Pop Haydn, and Gregory Wilson.

 The complete schedule can be viewed at http://wintercarnivalofmagic.com/sched.php. Information on rates, hotels, and competitions as well as how to register for the convention can be found on our website at http://wintercarnivalofmagic.com. We look forward to seeing you in March!