Canadian Rising Star 2024
June 17, 2024Body
We start the awards week by recognizing Vancouver magician and escape artist Gabriella Lester, this year's Canadian Rising Star!
Allan Slaight Awards 2024
January 19, 2024Body
It's that time again! And, this year is special! It's the tenth year of the Awards! Nominations are now being accepted for work completed in 2023.
Happy Holidays!
December 22, 2023Body
We hope that you have all had a wonderful one, and we wish you all the best for a merry and bright holiday season.
Two More Completed
December 04, 2023Body
We are pleased to report that the next set of books, Volumes V and VI, of The Rich Cabinet Collection are now shipping.
Micky Hades (1926-2023)
November 18, 2023Body
There have been so many goodbyes recently... and now, we say farewell to Micky Hades, who was born in 1926, and was a Magic Collector's Weekend Guest of Honour from 2017. Hades passed away on November 16, 2023, at age 97.
Dell O’Dell’s Powerful Presence Endures
October 29, 2023Body
In the history section of Smithsonian magazine, cultural and arts contributor Vanessa Armstrong dives into Dell O’Dell’s story, with a particular focus on the magicienne’s years on television.
Where Are All the Women in Magic?
September 25, 2023Body
As Michael Claxton, curator of the new online exhibition—A Celestial Celebration, A Tribute to Women in Magic—says, they are everywhere.
The Rich Cabinet Collection
September 12, 2023Body
For those who are curious about the status on our huge and epic project, The Rich Cabinet Collection, we have an update.
Grand Magic
July 28, 2023Body
What is a magic consultant's job? In explaining his role for Stratford's version of Grand Magic, David Ben also shares how a magician thinks and how to create illusions for a playwright’s vision.