Taylor's Magic Shop

TAYLOR'S Magic Shop

Taylor's Weekend of Magic

The 13th Superday 2009

Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd August 2009

Zenith Theatre - Chatswood

4 Lectures, 3 Workshops, 3 Shows

and presentations of Kid's Magic, Stage Magic,

Close-Up Magic, Ventriloquism and Comedy.

Featuring DAVID REGAL, PAT FALLON,

DEAN ATKINSON, SEAN TAYLOR, KENT BLACKMORE

and special guest CHUCK FAYNE

More acts to be announced.

Taylor's Magic Shop Pty ltd

3/11 Spring St, Chatswood NSW 2067

Tel 02 9411 6233

sales@taylorsmagicshop.com.au

www.taylorsmagicshop.com.au

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DAVID REGAL is a writer and magician living in LA. He is the author of the critically acclaimed book Approaching Magic, in addition to the best-selling Close-up & Personal, Constant Fooling (Volumes 1 and 2), and was the subject of Star Quality – The Magic of David Regal written by Harry Lorayne. An alumnus of the Main Company of the comedy group Chicago City Limits, Regal is a television writer who has written for shows ranging from Rugrats to Everybody Loves Raymond.

David has performed at the Magic Castle literally hundreds of times, where he was named a trustee, and is a recipient of the “Lecturer of the Year” award from the Academy of Magical Arts. Regals performing style is hilariously funny and his capability to build comedy into his presentations showcases his ability as both writer and performer.

In 2008, Regal was the winning magician/coach on the television series Celebra-cadabra. Tricks of his design are performed around the world. He is a principle reviewer for both Genii Magazine and newly formed Reel Magic DVD magazine where his comic reviews are the highlight for many watchers.

I have been trying to tempt David To Australia for almost 10 years; it is only due to the date change that he is able to make it this time around. I make no secret that I booked David because he's one of my favourite Magicians. Trust me, he'll soon be one of yours.

PAT FALLON

Pat Fallon is an Irish magician with an international reputation. For more than 20 years, Pat has performed around Ireland, the UK and Europe for some of the biggest corporate events and along with Ireland's biggest TV and music stars. In 1995, Pat was the first non-British act to win to the British Magical Championships and since then, his international reputation has bloomed with appearances at conventions and magic clubs around the globe. In 2003, the Magic Circle bestowed on Pat their highest honour, making him Gold Star Member of the Inner Magic Circle.

Pat is truly a master of all magic trades. His stage act features manipulation, livestock and grand illusion, not to mention interactive comedy segments all delivered with a charming Irish brogue. Away from the stage, Pat is just as confident as a strolling close-up worker, trade show magician and kid's show entertainer. Pat's newest release, "Magic for Older Children" has been a great success. Pat will be lecturing in the finer points of this lucrative area of business. Pat's close-up is no-nonsense commercial material and I know you will all get material you can use.

With over 80 TV appearances, Pat Fallon is without doubt Ireland's most successful and best known magician. I have known him personally for over 20 years and I'm delighted to finally be bringing him down under.

Dean Atkinson hails from London and after a stint in Sydney now makes his home in Melbourne. Dean grew up with Davenports Magic Shop, International and the London magic scene. In between his work as an actor, (With many Australian TV series to his credit) Dean has carved out a successful career as a corporate entertainer. He is a talented and highly skilled close-up worker, has some strongly theatrical twists on stand-up magic and is a talented and funny ventriloquist.

Dean will soon be seen on screen as a competitor on Australia's Got Talent. With our friends Soul Mystique paving the way, its clear that a run of the mill magic act would need something more. Expect to see Dean as a ventriloquist with his unique take on the human dummy. Beyond that he's got some more tricks up his sleeve so we wish him well.

Dean is another true all-rounder who knows how to operate 'in the trenches' You can look forward to some honest and useful advice as well as tricks which pass the test of practicality. Dean is a friend and I'm delighted that he has agreed to be part of Superday.

Friday 21st August

7.30pm International Stars Of Magic - Public Show - Zenith Theatre

Saturday 22nd August

9.00 Doors Open - Zenith Theatre

9.30 - 10.15 Close-Up Gala

10.15 - 10.45 Dealer's Demonstration

10.45 - 11.15 Coffee Break

11.15 - 12.45 Lecture - Pat Fallon

12.45 - 2.30 Lunch at Taylor's

2.30 - 4.00 Lecture Dean Atkinson

4.00 - 4.15 Coffee Break

4.15 - 5.45 Lecture - David Regal

5.45 Daytime events Close

7.30pm International Stars Of Magic

Zenith Theatre - Magician's Gala

Sunday 22nd August

10.00 Doors Open - Gordon Club

10.30 -12.00 Lecture - Chuck Fayne On Stage

12.00 Coffee Break

12.15 - 1.45 3 Way Workshops - GC and Shop

1.45 - 3pm Lunch at Taylor's

3.00 - 4.30 3 Way Workshops - GC and Shop

4.30 - 5.30 Selling The Show - Gordon Club

5.30 - Events Finish

Programme

Doors open at 9.00 am on Sat morning at the Zenith Theatre and you need collect your Registration Pack at the front desk. The first event commences at 9.30 sharp. Daytime events finish at 5.30pm to allow us to prepare for the evening show that starts at 7.30pm. Access to the venue will not be allowed between these times. Sunday morning's events commence at 10.30am and end at around 5.30pm. We do reserve the rights to make changes to the above programme.

Registration

Your registration ($270) includes access to all of the weekend’s events. (Except the Friday night show which attracts a separate charge). Workshops will be divided into 3 groups over 2 sessions and you will be able to attend 2 of the 3 workshops. You will make your choice each day and there is plenty of space for each. Tea and coffee will be provided all weekend. A snack bar is located in the theatre foyer. Lunch will be provided on Saturday and Sunday. If you are unable to attend any of the weekend's events we regret that you will still need to pay full registration. No exceptions.

Bookings

You must book and pay in full to confirm your registration.

Travel

Trains run regularly to Chatswood station which is 150m from the Zenith. To travel from the airport by train takes around 45 minutes and costs around $12- $15. A cab would be around $45 - $50.

Accommodation

More on this later... Check this page regularly!

Parking

Parking is available in the Theatre parking station. This is on the right hand side of McIntosh Street. It will cost you $7 for the entire day and you pay in the theatre box office. There is plenty of free street parking and a free parking station behind the RSL on Thomas Street.

Gala Show

By popular demand we will have not one, but two gala show performances again this year. The shows are identical and, as a registrant, you will receive tickets for the Saturday night show. The Friday night show is for the general public and will help to overcome the fact that we never have enough seats. If you would like to attend the Friday performance as well as the Saturday one, you would be most welcome; you will need to buy an extra ticket for that.

If you would prefer to attend the Friday show instead of the Saturday one, you can do that but you must indicate that when you register. Once your seats are allocated, they can’t be changed! There will be $1.00 charge for sending the Friday show tickets out.

Friday and Saturday Gala Show will commence at 7.30 pm. Your guests’ tickets for Sat show will be with your Registration Pack. Your guests should meet you in the theatre foyer at 7.00 pm.

Both nights sold out last year. We strongly recommend you book early to avoid any disappointment!

Thank you so much for your continious support for the last 12 years.

Sean and Diana Taylor