This weekend, from today, sees the start of the 60th Annual Magic Convention in Blackpool.
I've got to be honest and say that I've never really been a big attender of conventions in the past, but if I were to attend one, it would be the Blackpool Magic Convention. There really is nothing quite like it! In fact, I would have actually attended this year if I hadn't previously booked myself a Wedding gig this weekend!
For the magicians reading this, you'll know exactly what to expect, in fact, you'll probably be there. If you are a member of the public and live in or around the Blackpool area, then you are in for a treat this weekend.
The Blackpool Magic Convention is attended by thousands of Magicians from all over the world and centres mainly around the Opera House and the Winter Gardens. It's a place where like-minded magicians from all over the world can gather and share their ideas, attend lectures by their peers and buy the latest tricks and illusions to take back home and build into their acts. However, it is much, much more than that. It is a place where magicians can socialise with each other, show each other their latest tricks and generally have a great time!
Of course, most of the events are for magicians only and will be held behind closed doors. However, if you are a member of the public, you will see magic everywhere in Blackpool this weekend. Thousands of eager magicians will be happy to show you their latest piece of wizardry. You will see magicians in bars, cafe's and even in the street willing to perform for free.
If you are lucky enough to be able to grab a ticket, you will also be able to enjoy the three Gala Shows which, this year, focuses on magic from three different areas of the world.
On the Friday night you will see magic from Asia featuring the eight of the best Korean magicians.
On the Saturday night you have magic from the USA & Canada featuring Danny Cole, Charlie Frye & Co., Dirk Losander, Richard Forget, Andost, Chris Hart and Jason Latimer from the BBC TV Show "The Magicians"
Sunday night sees magic from Europe with Jean Garin, Aaron Crow, Compagnie Poc, Sebatastian Nicholas, Les Chapeau Blancs, Marc Metral, Lumina The Laser Violinist, Christian Farla and our very own Amethyst and even Ken Dodd.
If you can get tickets, these are amazing shows to watch. If you can't, then the place to be is the Ruskin Hotel. This is the Head Quarters of the convention where hundreds of magicians, both amateur and professional alike, cram into the bar and perform magic for anyone who is willing to watch until the wee small hours of the morning.
Whether you are a magician or a member of the public, if you are a magic fan, this weekend in Blackpool will be an absolute treat. I just wish I could be there with you all.
Have a great time y'all :-)
Close Up Magician & Mind Reader
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