Orson Welles, the actor and great film director, had a
lifelong interest in magic. During World War II he had
his own evening magic show that he presented for members
of the U.S. armed forces. It was performed in a large
circus tent and his assistants at times included such stars
as Rita Hayworth and Marlene Dietrich.
Sorry had a long day yesterday today!
The worldest stongest magician is Ken Simmons,
He can bench press over 500lbs
(Linking Ring 11-97)
No definite Picture. 
The worlds fastest magician is Eldon D. Wigton
(Dr. Eldoonie) He performed 255 tricks in 2 minutes
on April, 21 1991.
Sorry no picture today
The author of the 14 most recent James Bond thrillers is a magician.
John Gardner, retained by the estate of Ian Fleming, the creator of
the Bond character, was a professional magician before he became
an author. One of his novels, The Confessor, is a thriller about a
master spy who is also a secret master magician.
The Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, is a private club for magicians,
featuring magic acts every evening. Many Hollywood stars belong as
associate members, and they (along with some regular folks) can enjoy
dinner with shows by magicians from around the world.
David Copperfield is the first living magician to have a star on the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The only other magician so honored is Harry Houdini, who received a star after his death.
Okay everyone, if the fact that this magician is gorgeous didn’t catch your attention, you can learn more about here right here!
Meet Safire, an Asian-American magician residing in San Francisco, CA. Her interest was sparked through her father, who bought her a magic set for her seventh birthday. Since then, she knew that she would always have a passion for the craft. However, not only does she perform magic, she manages all parts of her act: storyboarding, her outfits, producing, soundtrack, etc. Her features include Clip of the week on LIPS 106 FM in New York, an interview with Smith Magazine, and a feature with Barbary Coast News. The credit that especially drew me in was this: On August 28, 2006, Safire uploaded a video of her “Paper Butterflies” trick. Within 24 hours, it reached the honor of #1 Viewed video in the Entertainers category, and #2 Viewed video overall. It has over 240,000 views currently, 295 ratings, and 189 comments. Check it out!
Safire has a few interesting quirks. For example, she keeps a personal blog where she gives her opinions on art and technology. That can be found here:
http://magicsafire.vox.com
She also has “themed” shows that cater to a variety of audiences. Her most popular act is “The Mulan Act,” which is a performance inspired by the Chinese heroine. It includes tricks that revolve around silk handkerchiefs and swords. Another theme she offers is called “Transformations.” This act was featured on Fox Television’s “Thirty Seconds to Fame.” It includes all sorts of transformations, from red fireflies bursting into a flurry of red snow (an original illusion used only by Safire)! In this act, she also performs a tricky outfit transformation that has only been mastered by a few select magicians. She offers “The Parlor Act” which is a combination magic performance and comedy sketch. Finally, she has created a “Close-Up” act inspired by David Blaine on television. Her act, however, is done live involving the audience. Safire enjoys making the audience a part of her show, and is known for her charisma and charm. Not only does she perform magic, but she mingles with the audience before and afterward to make the experience even more memorable than a traditional magic show.
She is most thankful for the opportunity to perform internationally, especially the shows that she has done in China. Safire currently is taking Classical Chinese Dance training with the Peony Dance Group in San Francisco. She also appreciates performing in local celebrations of Asian Culture. Keep updated on this all-in-one magician with her official website, found here:
http://www.magicsafire.com/index.html
“[Safire,] that was statistically IMPOSSIBLE!”
-J. Kriesel, Ph.D.
The word magic is derived from the Persian word “magus”
which designated a priestly class.
Priestly class
Okito (Theo Bamberg) Developed his silent Orental act
to compensate for the fact he was totally deaf.
