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

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.

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.

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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.

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

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

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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.

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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.

Join us in Appleton, WI as we honor Houdini 100 years after his passing. magicSAM.com/appleton

oin John, Mari Lynn and all of your magic friends as we honor Houdini, 100 years after his passing. magicSAM.com/appleton

This month, magicians celebrate National Magic Week, National Magic Day, and we honor the life and legacy of Harry Houdini. If you would like to add a little bit of the legacy of Houdini to your magic, why not pick up a Houdini Legacy Deck from P.N.P. John B Midgley.

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Join us and Christopher Hart as we honor the legacy of Houdini: 100 years after his passing. magicSAM.com/appleton

Rob Zabrecky Revives the Vintage Spook Show in Los Angeles Magician Rob Zabrecky revives the vintage spook show in L.A. with magic, ghosts, and a screening of House on Haunted Hill.

Rob Zabrecky is bringing back a classic piece of Americana with his Spook Shows. It will combine magic, scary movies, and a bit of good old fashion haunting.

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The talent line up for the 2026 S.A.M. Convention in Appleton, WI is taking shape. Register today magicSAM.com/aplleton

Shawn Farquhar is joining us in Appleton. Learn more, magicsam.com/appleton

Boris Wild will be joining us in Appleton magicSAM.com/appleton

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Episode 517: Magical Notes: John Sturk on blending Music, Improv & Magic … and then the next chapter of “The Linking Rings.” — The Eli Marks Mysteries From tickling the ivories as an improv pianist to leading the Society of American Magicians as its president, John Sturk shares how his diverse performance background enhances his magic. And then a bi...

John Gaspard is known for his Eli Marks Mysteries, a series of magic themed mysteries. He also has a postcast. In the latest episode, Past National President John Sturk join the show to talk about how his diverse performance background enhances his magic.

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Lyn Dillies, in her only 2026 convention appearance, will be joining us in Appleton magicSAM.com/appleton

World-Famous Magician Grew Up and Still Lives in Massachusetts A graduate of Acton-Boxborough Regional High School, Shin Lim studied violin and then piano, but became intrigued by magic.

WBSM takes a look at Massachusetts very own Shin Lim.

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A dream realized: Magic-themed theater opening on the Strip The Magicians Room, featuring four headlining acts, launches next month on Linq Promenade.

There is a new magic theater coming to Las Vegas this October.

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Piff the Magic Dragon brings 'All Star Vegas' show to Ohio Piff the Magic Dragon brings his variety show to Columbus and Cincinnati, sharing magic, comedy, and even a clone of his dog, Mr. Piffles.

When not entertaining the masses on the Vegas Strip, Piff The Magic Dragon is on the road. He talks with WOUB ahead of his Columbus Ohio show.

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Penn & Teller’s Greatest Trick: Making Us Think They’re Not Friends

Penn & Teller have been a performing duo for 50 years. Over that time they have talked about how they are not friends outside the working relationship. This might just be their best illusion.

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YouTube video by America's Got Talent Phobias TERRIFIES The Crowd With Hair-Raising Magic And Screams! | AGT 2025

Last night Phobias took to the America's Got Talent stage. Their performance is a great example of costuming, theatrical elements, and music to make magic their own.

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The Muppets Are Finally Coming to Broadway—With Magic! Kermit the Frog and some of his friends will be special guests to magician extraordinaire Rob Lake this holiday at the Broadhurst.

With a bit of magic, The Muppets are finally coming to Broadway. Rob Lake is bringing show to NYC and will be joined by The Muppets for a holiday run of shows.

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Catch The Magic Bus With A Las Vegas Legend And Local Stars This July A magic bus tour launches July 29 from Colon High School, featuring renowned magicians like Lance Burton and engaging demonstrations of classic tricks. Tickets are still available for this enchanting ...

Lance Burton Bill Blagg, S.A.M. National First Vice President Marc DeSouza, Bill Smith, David Sandy, and Lance Rich are teaming up with the American Museum of Magic for a magical history bus tour.

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July continues our look at the classics of magic. This month, P.N.P. Dr. Joel Zaritsky walks you through Miser's Dream, an effect that has roots all the way back to the 1850's!

Join us on a special day July 27, at 4pm Eastern 1pm Pacific for v1.2 and Miser's Dream.

You can now book your rooms for the 2026 S.A.M. Convention. Head to magicSAM.com/appleton and follow the hotel reservation link.

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You're invited to return to where the magic began.
Join The Society of American Magicians in Appleton, WI, Houdini's childhood home July 1-4, 2026

Celebrate Houdini's life, artistry, and enduring impact on the art of magic,

HOUDINI 100 Years Later: Honoring the Legacy

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