David Williamson is one of the greatest performers that magic has ever produced. He combines skill and comedy in way that no one else can. His magic is outstanding, his style is unique and his sense of humour leaves us breathless. David Williamson is a real star of magic

Paul Daniels is Britain’s most successful television magician, a truly talented performer with a lifetime of experience to share. His long running BBC television series influenced a generation of magicians. He is a performer, creator, consultant and a great friend to EMC. Paul, welcome back.

Eberhard Riese is the secret weapon behind many of the world’s top performers. He is a magician with enormous technical knowledge and theatrical experience and director of many awarding winning magic acts. In 2006 he was awarded the Creative Fellowship by the Academy of Magical Arts in Los Angeles.

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FISM award winner and French magic champion Yann Frisch is one of magic’s freshest talents. Yann has been creating a sensation wherever he goes with his unique take on classic magic, an absurdist take on the cups and balls. Cool, clever, stylish and oh so artful. We are proud to have one of France’s top performers at EMC.

Guy Hollingworth is one of the world’s leading sleight of hand artists. His most famous effect is probably The Reformation, an impossible torn and restored card. His book Drawing Room Deceptions is a one of magic’s contemporary classics. His theatre show, The Expert at the Card Table, has played to packed houses and rave reviews. For us he is the personification of elegant conjuring and we look forward to his return to EMC.

From Argentina we are excited to introduce the wonderful Norberto Janenson, a magician who brings theatre and storytelling to his magic. He is a favourite of Rene Lavand, combining culture, literature and mystery to create a unique theatrical, spiritual and emotional experience for his audience. He is famous for his theatre and television appearances in Argentina.

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Returning with a sequel to his last Lecturette will be the ever effervescent Steve Evans – ‘Things you Can and Will Use 2’. A departure from magic will be a Lecturette presented by Mr Alec Powell – ‘Getting to Grips with Graphology’. Along with Steve in the Showette will be the new ‘Illusory Illusions’ of Amethyst, and something special from ‘someone special’. More news as we approach the day!

Venue is The Community Centre, The Square, Ferrybridge, West Yorkshire. WF11 8PQ. Doors open 9.45am.

Further details will be announced in the coming weeks.

Information can be obtained from Travis Perkins travisperkinsuk@aol.com or telephone Michael Shepherd on 01904 709500.

Download the Official FISM 2012 Contestant list from the FISM website.

FISM Blackpool 2012 takes place 9th – 14th July 2012, Blackpool. UK. More information and registration can be found on the FISM Blackpool 2012 website.

Close-up shows include Paul Gertner, Oscar Munoz and Will Gray. Lecturers include Oscar Munoz and Paul Gertner, as well as a dealers exhibition with over 25 leading magical suppliers from the UK.

Evening Gala show features Romany, Richard McDougall, Oscar Munoz, Kockov, Steve Hewlett and Martyn James with music by the Ambassadors of Jazz.

Further information can be found at  www.bristolmagic.co.uk.

If anyone is around the night before the convention, a number of attendees will be eating at Tarantella restaurant 29-31 St.James st Weston super mare (phone – 01935 620701)

Having already confirmed that  Daniel Madison, Eric Mead, Woody Aragón, Armando Lucero, Bill Malone, Chris Kenner, Denis Behr, Graham Jolley, Marco Tempest, Paul Harris, Tom Stone, and Yigal Mesika as speakers for the event, its looking like a great line up for 2012

Watch previous years sessions FREE all weekend, and get yourself signed up for the final Essential Magic Conference.

Incredible magicians, amazing talks and spectacular presentations. Enjoy the screenings and register for this year’s Essential Magic Conference. Register before May 31st and get a 25% discount on all Essential Magic Collection products.

You can watch previous sessions from the Essential Magic Conference this weekend

The Essential Magic Conference is the world’s first web conference for magicians. 33 speakers over 3 days of conference streamed live worldwide and takes place July 27th – 29th 2012

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Deception artist Daniel Madison is new to EMC. Daniel is a former card cheat turned card expert, famous for his skill at the card table, his knowledge of hustles and facility with sleight of hand. “I have never seen someone do it better,” said Penn Jillette of Daniel’s dealing work. See the card master for yourself at EMC.

Yes, Eric Mead is back! Eric is a multi-talented magician. An expert in sleight of hand he is a speaker and consultant on all areas of deception and his advice is sought out by beginners and experts alike. He is the author of Tangled Web, a book detailing some of his favourite effects, and has presented lectures all over the world on topics as diverse as the placebo effect and neuroscience. Welcome back Eric.

This Spanish maestro Woody Aragón really knows how to deliver astounding routines. His A Book in English, was a best-seller. His card magic is subtle and ingenious. Woody specializes in creating wonderfully baffling automatic card tricks that really have an impact on the audience. Join us and prepare to be amazed at Woody Aragon’s originality, invention and delightful presentation.

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Performers include: Dr. Sawa, Charlie Frye, David Ben, Eric Mead, Eugene Burger, Jim Steinmeyer, John Carney, Jon Racherbaumer, Jonathan Pendragon,  Kisuk Lee, Max Maven, Paul Wilson, Roberto Giobbi, Tom Stone, Jonathan Levit, Yumi, Rob Zabrecky, Alba, Alex Ramon, Scott Land,  Juan Tamariz, Peter Samelson, Jamy Ian Swiss, and Tomo Maeda

Further information and updates can be found at the Genii 75th Anniversary Birthday Bash website

An $85 deposit will get you signed up and assures you the best seating preference available. The deposit is fully refundable until December 31, 2012.

Magic Live always sells out fast, so its a wise idea to get signed up and headed to the Magic Live Registration page as soon as possible.

Magic Live takes place August 11–14, 2013, Las Vegas, Nevada.

(Advanced registration opens for MAGIC Live 2011 alumni opened yesterday Monday, April 30, 2012)

Head over to the EMC Twitter Competition page to see details on what you need to to, and how to enter…

The Essential Magic Conference is the world’s first web conference for magicians. 33 speakers over 3 days of conference streamed live worldwide and takes place July 27th – 29th 2012

We are proud once again to be a Media Partner of the Essential Magic Conference.