The Society of American Magicians

The Society of American Magicians

@sammagicians.bsky.social

The oldest and most prestigious magical society in the world.

96 Followers 4 Following 137 Posts Joined Nov 2023
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Attention younger performers aged 7-17!

The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin, Houdini’s adopted hometown.

magicSAM.com/appleton

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2 months ago
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We have reached next to last lesson in the Classics of Stand-Up Magic. This month the one and only Dan Harlan will join us to take you though the Bank Night plot. .

Join Dan Harlan and v1.2 as we share this classic of magic Sunday January 11, 2026.4pm Eastern 1pm Pacific

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2 months ago
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The S.A.M is heading to Houdini's adopted hometown of Appleton, WI. This will be a once in a century event as we honor the life and the legacy of Harry Houdini. We have put together an all-star line up of lectures, panels, and workshops, and we told them to hold nothing back.

magicSAM.com/appleton

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Penn and Teller’s relationship as magicians ‘not friends’ and ‘never got along' They've stayed together for decades - but Penn and Teller say friendship was never part of the deal.

Penn & Teller have performed together for 50 years. You would be forgiven to think they are best friends. It is the lack of a strong friendship that is the secret to their longevity as a team.

www.express.co.uk/celebrity-ne...

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L.A.’s Young Magicians Are Blowing Minds at Clubs, Pop Video Sets, and Taco Stands ~ L.A. TACO Today's budding magicians are trading college and 9 to 5s to work with Chappell Roan, raise money for cancer patients, and perform at Magic Castle, marking a comeback for magic tricks in 2026.

The face of magic is forever changing. With magic on an upswing in popularity. Performers like Magical Katrina, Nathaniel Grandinetti l, David Shao, and others are showing magic is young and hip.

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Gabriella Lester discusses her influences as a magician, being a part of the digital age Los Angeles-based magician and illusionist Gabriella Lester opened up about her influences in magic, and being a part of the digital age.

The stage of the magician. From the streets to courts of royalty, to tents, casinos, night clubs and more, magicians have always adapted to the times. Gabriella Lester talked about being a magician in the digital age.

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3 months ago
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🎩Improve your magic with this performance tip!🎩

To improve your misdirection, look where your want your audience to look, and do it with confidence.

Want to learn more tips and techniques to improve your magic? Join The Society of American Magicians magicSAM.com

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3 months ago
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Attention younger performers aged 7-17!

The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin.

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✨Want to take you magic to the next level?✨

Membership in The Society of American Magicians grants you access to:

🎩 Exclusive lectures
🎩 Mentorship
🎩 Online workshops
🎩 Access to all M-U-M

Start your journey, join the S.A.M. Today! magicSAM.com

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3 months ago
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The anatomy of magic | Robert Strong | TEDxSanFrancisco YouTube video by TEDx Talks

This week for TED Talk Tuesday Robert Strong walks us through the anatomy of a magic effect.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfIR...

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3 months ago
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Columbus dentist sells massive magic history collection to Chicago magic venue For 35 years, Dr. Timothy Moore of Grandview Heights amassed a collection of hundreds of items, including tricks and relics from magic greats like Harry Houdini.

Next year The Hand and The Eye will open in Chicago. What will be the world's largest dedicated magic venue is added more to their collection.

www.wosu.org/2025-11-24/c...

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3 months ago
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Now You See Me: Now You Don’t Director on the Film's Surprise Reveal Now You See Me: Now You Don’t director discusses the surprise Horseman reveal and how it's a pivotal moment in the film.

Spoilers for Now You See Me

Director Ruben Fleischer Talks about his favorite part of the film, which also happens to be a surprise reveal.

bleedingcool.com/movies/now-y...

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3 months ago
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Whether you have been coming to conventions for years, or looking to attend for the first time, The Society of American Magicians 2026 Convention in Appleton is where your story continues.

Join the S.A.M. in Appleton, and create moments that you will talk about for years.
magicSAM.com/appleton

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3 months ago
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1st National VP Marc DeSouza invites you to join him in Appleton, WI July 1-4 2026 magicSAM.com/appleton

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3 months ago
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🪄✨The 2026 S.A.M. Convention in Appleton, WI July 1-4, 2026.✨

This year, we will be honoring the legacy of Harry Houdini 100 years after his passing, and this convention will be like the man himself, legendary.

📅 Save the date & register now magicSAM.com/appleton

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3 months ago
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Brad Pitt 'a natural' with card skills, says Doncaster film coach Card tricks coach Greg Chipman, from Doncaster, says the actor was a "fast learner".

Somehow we missed this. Brad Pitt's character in F1 is sleight of hand artist with playing cards. While not really a plot point of the movie, it was more of a character trait. It was also really Brad performing the moves as he has an onset coach.

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3 months ago
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It's an all new Penn and Teller: Fool Us on The CW. Tonight Alexander Krist, Jo De Rijck, Gotaishi, and Shock & Bizzare take their shot at fooling Penn & Teller. Check your local listings for times and station.

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3 months ago
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Around the world and online, S.A.M. Assemblies are gathering every month to learn, share, and grow together. This could be your magic family.

Find your local assembly today, magicSAM.com

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‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ Has Tricks Up Its Sleeve

Now You See Me won the weekend box office. The New York Times takes a look at why the series has endured.

www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/m...

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3 months ago
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Why did you join The Society of American Magicians? We would love to share your story.

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3 months ago
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🎩Belong to Something Magical!🎩

Magic is powerful, but sharing magic with others can be life changing.

Joining The Society of American Magicians is where your passion for magic becomes life long friendships, mentorships, and a life time of memory and experiences!

magicSAM.com

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4 months ago

If they would like to join it is only $65 a year.

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4 months ago
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2025 Houdini Seance October 31 Noon Eastern. S.A.M. Members check your email for Zoom link.

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4 months ago
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Well, I guess the rabbit's out of the hat. Honored to be on the cover of M-U-M magazine, the official publication of @sammagicians.bsky.social!

I've looked up to innumerable faces that have been on this cover; finding myself among them now is quite strange.

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4 months ago
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938: Marc DeSouza - Man of the House of Magic — The Magic Word Marc DeSouza is a name that should be familiar to most listeners of The Magic Word Podcast. Marc has provided “color” at the past few FISM conferences as well as a few other subsequent magic conventio...

This week on The Magic Word, Scott Wells sits down with National 1st Vice President of The Society of American Magicians Marc DeSouza to talk about the new House of Magic.

www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsma...

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5 months ago
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World-famous magician Steven Frayne bringing new special show to Bradford WORLD-FAMOUS magician Steven Frayne will return to his home city of Bradford this December for an exclusive UK City of Culture residency.

After stepping away from the spotlight for a bit, Steven Frayne, the magician formally know as Dynamo, is back with a limited run of live shows.

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5 months ago
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Join us and Daniel Garcia as we honor the legacy of Houdini 100 years after his passing July 1-4 in Appleton, WI. magicSAM.com/Appleton

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The BBC Halloween Special That Sent Viewers Into a Panic A live Halloween special in 1987 had viewers convinced that a magic trick had just gone very wrong.

38 years ago Paul Daniels shocked viewers and caused a flood of calls to the BBC to make sure he was okay after his Halloween special

www.mentalfloss.com/holidays/hal...

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Stephen Bargatze: Magician, Comedian and Father of Nate - Nashville Banner Comedian Nate Bargatze's father Stephen is a joker and magician who overcame a difficult early life to find some time in the spotlight

Earlier this year, we honored Stephen Bargatze at our 2025 Nashville Conference. He recently sat down with @nashvillebanner.bsky.social for a chat about his magical life.

nashvillebanner.com/2025/10/05/s...

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5 months ago
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Don't forget to lock in your rooms for the 2026 S.A.M. Convention in Appleton, WI. Head to magicSAM.com/appleton to get your room and to to register for the convention.

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