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Last updated Tuesday, January 6, 2009. We are dedicated to keeping you updated on all the local magic news, shows and events in Tucson, Arizona. Please check back often for the latest information.

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If you plan to be in the Tucson area please try to stop in for a visit. We'll have some free refreshments waiting for you.  We're open Sunday from 1:00PM to 5:00PM and Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 12:00 Noon to 6:00PM. We're closed on Fridays and Saturdays.  For a map to locate us, click HERE then scroll down.

We also offer a complimentary to help you stay informed about all the magic shows in Tucson.  Click HERE for more information.

We try to keep up on all the latest magic news in Tucson so feel free to call us at 520-790-4060 if you need additional information on any of these events.

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News

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Williams Magic is now CLOSED for New Years Day (Thursday) as well as the "normal" closed days of Friday & Saturday following the holiday.

That means if you need to stop in and see us, be here during regular hours (1:00 - 5:00 PM) on Sunday, January 4.

Next week we will be back to our regular business hours of Monday thru Thursday from 12:00 to 6:00 PM and Sundays from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.

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Shows and Events

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Thurs. Jan 8, 2009    Aldo & Rachel Colombini Lecture for Magicians

Sponsored by the SAM Assembly #136, this will be an excellent lecture for Tucson magicians.  If you have never been to one of their lectures (and even if you have) you shouldn't miss this one.  Aldo and Rachel always have a dynamic presentation and lots of great "stuff" for sale.

Lecture will begin at 7:00 PM at the Craycroft Tower Apartment Community Center located at 1635 North Craycroft Road, Tucson.  That's one block south of Craycroft and Pima.  Contact the SAM President, Michael DeShalit at 520-270-0183 for further information.

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Fri. Jan 9, 2009   "An Enchanted Evening"     Wine Tasting and Magic Show

David Minkin, 2007 International Brotherhood of Magicians Gold Cups Competition First Place Winner in Reno, NV, will be performing at CataVinos, 3063 North Alvernon, Tucson, AZ.

Magic show at 5:30 and 6:30, wine tasing (over 18 wines!) from 4:00 - 8:00 PM.

Cost is $35.00 per person in advance, $45.00 at the door.  A portion of the proceeds to be donated to "Youth On Their Own".

For further information call CataVinos at 520-323-3063.  Learn more about CataVinos at their web site www.catavinoswines.com.  Learn more about David at his web site www.davidminkin.com.

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Sat. Jan 24, 2009    SAM Assembly #136 Annual Banquet at the Holiday Inn Palo Verde

Cocktails at 5:30 PM, Dinner and Entertainment at 7:00 PM.  The hotel is located at 4550 S. Palo Verde Road, Tucson, AZ  85714.  Their phone is 520-746-1161 but for further information on this banquet please contact the club president, Michael DeSchalit at 520-270-0183.

Menu:
    Napa Cabbage with Toasted Almonds, Pea Pods, Mandarin Oranges & Ginger Dressing
Choice of:
     Sweet Chili Glazed Beef with Stir Fry Vegetables
     Peanut Chicken Satay with Stir Fry Vegetables
     Teriyaki Vegetable Stir Fry with Vegetable Spring Rolls
Entrees Include:
     Yakisoba Noodles
     Chef's Special Dessert
     Coffee or Tea

Tickets are $30.00 per person and are now available at Williams Magic.  Cash or Check only, NO CREDIT CARDS.

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Sat., Sun. Jan. 24 & 25, 2009    "Letter's End" at the Berger Performing Arts Centre

From the creator of the internationally acclaimed all-ages-friendly productions LaLaLuna and The Shneedles, luminous physical theatre performer Wolfe Bowart returns to Tucson to premier his latest show Letter's End - a whole new box of lunacy that truly pushes the envelope.

Weaving together theatre and circus, stage illusion, interactive film, shadow puppetry and hilarious physical comedy, Wolfe Bowart's physical theatre productions "specialize in a magic realism that evoke childlike wonder" (The Australian).  Fresh from tours of the UK, Brazil, Germany, Hong Kong, Greece, New Zealand and multiple nationwide tours of Australia, Tucson native Wolfe Bowart returns home to invite us into the realm of the fantastic.  "Luminously inventive and magically silly" (The Age), Wolfe Bowart's performances are a theatrical experience for everyone aged from 6 to 106.

Wolfe Bowart will premiere Letter's End at Tucson's Berger Performing Arts Centre before touring the UK and Australia, where Bowart has been awarded a Playing Australia arts grant to undertake a 130-performance national tour.

Cut the string, tear open the brown paper wrapping and live a wondrous world rediscovered in Letter's End - this time his memory is the one playing tricks.

Where:  Berger Performing Arts Centre, 1200 East Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ  85719
When:  Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM.  Sunday, January 25, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Length:  70 minutes plus 20 minute interval.
Appropriateness:  All ages from 6 years old and up.
Tickets:   $15.00 Adults, $8.00 Children under 12.
Available:   In person from December 26, 2008 @ Antigone Books, Mrs. Tiggy Winkles Toys, Williams Magic (Cash or Checks only), Online @ www.tix.com, At the door (box office will open one hour prior to show time.

For more info:   www.spoontree.com

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Mon. Jan. 26, 2009     It's Magic" at the Gaslight Theatre

Time for another great, family oriented show with our acclaimed local talent.

Featured performers not known at this time.

Doors open around 6:00 PM, show starts at 7:00 PM.  The Gaslight Theatre is located at 7010 East Broadway, Tucson, AZ, 85710.  For further information, and to reserve tickets, please call them at 520-886-9428.  Visit the Gaslight Theatre web site here.

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Sun. Feb. 15, 2009     "Winter Illusions 2009" in Chandler, AZ

Medical Solutions International Charities and the Phoenix Chapter of KiDabra present this charity event to benefit the Banner Children's Hospital (www.bannerhealth.com) and Lura Turner Homes (www.luraturnerhomes.org). Performers include magicians from both the Phoenix and Tucson areas.  Norm Marini will be the Master of Ceremonies and host of the pre-show Champagne Toast Reception.

Performers include John Shryock & Mari Lynn, Matt & Emily, Eric Buss, Gene & Charlene Collins, Victor Gade & Blondie.  Lobby magicians will be Elliott Travis, Zack Gibson and Gary Lazok.

Earnhardt Ford has donated a 2009 Genesis to be raffled off.

Show will be at the Chandler Center for the Performing Arts located at 250 North Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225.  Their phone number is 480-782-2680.

Show begins at 3:00 PM Sunday afternoon and the box office opens at 2:00 PM.  Sign language interpreter is available upon request at least one day prior to the event.  Assisted listening devices are also available at the house manager's desk.

VIP Tickets are $75.00.  Preferred Tickets are $45.00.  General Admission Tickets are $35.00.  Lap Pass (3 years & under) No Charge.

The VIP Tickets include a VIP parking pass, VIP badge and special seating, admission to the pre-show champagne toast reception and admission to the "Meet and Greet" dinner event which includes an appetizer medley, open menu dinner, dessert and beverage at Keegan's Grill.

Further information can be found at the event web site www.winterillusions2009.com.

Tickets are also available at Williams Magic.  Cash and Checks only, no Credit Cards.

Looks like this will be a great magic show on the level of the annual Stars of Magic here in Tucson.

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Please help us support this project. 

They also have excellent lunch specials in case you would like to stop in during lunch but then you'll miss the magic!  I would recommend this restaurant even if they didn't have magic at all.  Did I mention the food is EXCELLENT?!

Give it a try and help the magicians (and Tony) prosper.  You won't regret it!  And your support will help nurture more and more interest in restaurant magic in the Tucson area.

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In case you hadn't heard, Jim Davidson has a pretty exciting new gig/life.  He is working/living at the Triangle T Guest Ranch in Dragoon, AZ.  This allows him to perform in the Saloon virtually every single night, including weekends.  He has sort of become the star attraction at this old west retreat.

Take a look at their web site here Triangle T Guest Ranch and browse the photos of the facilities.  If you're there around dusk you'll probably be treated to spectacular, colorful sunsets.  You may even want to make plans for an overnight stay.

Complete information, including a map and directions, can be found on their web site.  It's easy to find.  Just take exit 318 (Dragoon Road) off Interstate 10 and continue South a little over a quarter mile to the ranch.

Try to visit some evening and have dinner or drinks in the Saloon.  That's when Jim performs.  If he isn't performing then he is probably "on call."  Just let them know you came to see some magic!

Triangle T Guest Ranch is an interesting place to visit, even without Jim and his magic.  But you can always count on some great entertainment from Jim.  He LIVES there!  And the Saloon has become his own "personal" stage.

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You knew it had to happen sooner or later!  Eric Buss has a MySpace page.  Here's a link in case you would like to take a look:

http://www.myspace.com/ericbuss

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"Magical Mystery Dinner Theatre" (a joint effort between The Mystery Mansion Dinner Theatre and "Magic Crafters" in Tucson) is now open for business and running every Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30 PM.  This interactive comedy whodunit by Hollywood comedy writer Patricia Harris Smith is "a masterful mix of mystery, magic, mayhem & murder" and is great for groups, birthdays, anniversaries, special events and corporate teambuilding.  Advance reservations are required.  For information and availability call 520-861-4800.  Outside Tucson call 800-266-4800.  Special discounts available for groups of 6 or more.

If you would like to read my personal review of this entertaining evening, click CLICK HERE.  You can see a copy of the E-mail I sent out to our "Magic Show Notification Signup List" a couple of months ago.  If you would like to sign up yourself to receive E-mail notification of public magic shows in the Tucson, AZ, area, then click CLICK HERE.

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Magic Classes

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Magic Classes are available for all ages at Williams Magic.  The starting point would be with "Beginning Sleight of Hand," and "Beginning Misdirection."

In "Beginning Sleight of Hand" the student learns how to vanish and produce small objects in their bare hands.  This class consists of two sessions, one hour each, on consecutive weeks.

In "Beginning Misdirection" the student learns the psychology, timing and application of both active and passive misdirection techniques.  This class consists of two sessions, one hour each, on consecutive weeks. 

These classes are $75.00 each, plus supplies which usually cost approximately $10.00 - $15.00 for each class.

Material is presented on a level consistent with the ages and abilities of the students.  Class size is generally two to four students but remains at the discretion of the instructor.  Class schedule is flexible and will be finalized by the instructor and students.  If private one-on-one classes are desired, add $15.00 to the price quoted above.

Additional classes are available on a variety of subjects.  Contact us for further information.

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