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Scamapalooza

Are you a fan of magic and all of its allied arts in the area of deceit, trickery and hustles? Then you need to subscribe to AIM Member Nicholas J Johnson’s fantastic podcast ‘Scamapalooza’ in which he interviews con artists, magicians, scam historians and other...
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Magicians at Work – May Show

On Wednesday 10th, 8 ‘Magicians at work’ were put on display at The Channel, a beautiful little venue at the Arts Centre; the new home of The Australian Institute of Magic. A fantastic audience were treated to some new, never-been-seen-before routines, in this...
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MagicSports preview on March 8

At the next Magicians At Work night we’re in for a real treat as it will include a preview of the upcoming Melbourne International Comedy Festival Show – MAGICSPORTS! At 7.15pm you’ll head into the theatre and take the best seat in the house as you prepare for a 60...
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Magicians At Work – This Tuesday Night!

After a break in January, our MELBOURNE MAGIC NIGHTS are back with a brand new format! MAGICIANS AT WORK takes a peek behind the velvet curtain and allows you to see magicians creating brand new illusions. YOU will be at the cutting edge of magic and discover whether our artists...
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The Piff Podcast

Piff the Magic Dragon appears on Nicholas J Johnson’s latest SCAMAPALOOZA PODCAST and it’s well worth your time! Piff talks about his path to success, how he created his Magic Dragon character, and his journey on America’s Got Talent which lead to his own Vegas...
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MagicSports vs TheatreSports – One Night Only!

Forget the Rumble in the Jungle – the real war to settle the score is happening Sunday night, August 30 at 7.30pm in a small theatre in Prahran. MagicSports vs Theatresports™ ! The last time these two met was over 20 years ago in the now demolished Universal Theatre (some...
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The Melbourne Magic Festival

Tickets on sale by calling 9481 9500 with over 250 shows and free events running from June 29 to July 11. This is the eighth edition of Melbourne’s annual Magic Festival at The Northcote Town Hall and our CELEBRATION OF IMAGINATION literally includes something for everyone:...
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Melbourne Magic Nights – NEW LOCATION!

Mark the date!!! The SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH is Melbourne Magic Night and you can’t afford to miss a trick! The Australian Institute of Magic is proud to present an action packed night of entertainment and information for magicians, variety performers and magic fans...
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Melbourne’s Magic Night previews MMF

The June edition of the Melbourne Magic Night was an EPIC evening with EIGHT Melbourne Magic Festival shows previewed, an hilarious Kids Show Entertainers panel, and lots of surprises! A big crowd had gathered at the fabulous Wesley Anne and excitement was building as we had the...
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The art of the blatant plug

The May edition on Melbourne’s Magic Night started with a chilly atmosphere indeed… but very quickly a horde of magic fans descended on Wesley Anne and warmed up the archaic theatre ready for another big night of magic and mischief. Lee Cohen hosted the night and, in...
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Melbourne Magic Night a huge success!

The very first Melbourne Magic Night was a huge success with over 60 guests in attendance for the main event! Starting off with the AIM Juniors meeting in the theatre at 5.30pm we saw Lee Cohen taking them through their paces including stagecraft and routine development. Gali...
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