We were fortunate enough to have three meetings in April and they were all fantastic!

The first meeting of the month was on the 14th when James was our host for Danger Magic. He explained the possible definitions of the topic and spoke about assessing and acknowledging inherent risks in some effects. He gave a couple of examples from his own experience, then demonstrated some and handed over to the membership for their various takes on the subject. We some truly great effects including versions and takes on Smash and Stab, razorblade swallowing, Russian roulette (with cards and a craft knife blade), guillotining of various body parts, self-garrotting, the divination of imagined objects and much else in the way of perilous prestidigitation.

We had an extra meeting on the 21st when we welcomed Sabi Molnar, a fabulous Mentalist, Magician and teacher to lecture for us. He concentrated on uses and applications for Zener or ESP cards, showing us some terrific and unique applications, as well as lots of thoughts and ideas in their use and handling. I can safely say that everyone who attended (and it was a large turnout of members) enjoyed the lecture and took away at least one effect or idea that they will use. Sabi is a lovely chap and I think he (and his wife Bogi) enjoyed themselves. We look forward to seeing them again soon.

Norn was our host for ,strong>Historical Magic on the 28th. He talked about historic magic and the history of magic, mentioning some effects that were being used 3,000 years ago and more. He told us about shamans, medicine men and witch doctors. He related the stories of the uses of magic long before it was used as entertainment. Norn invited several of the members to perform and we saw some really great stuff – as usual. The demonstrations were interspersed with lively and informative discussions about historical magic, with much chat about witchcraft and witches, as well as references to ancient tomes such as Scot’s Discoverie of Witchcraft and the not so ancient series of books by Professor Hoffmann (Angelo Lewis, a London lawyer). The entertainment was rounded off with the President showing us a linking ring routine, which is far better than he thinks!

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Dave G