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Discount Magic · The Weekly DispatchFriday 6 November 2026 The week in magic · 31 October–6 NovemberNew ideas, clever props & a busy November diaryFresh releases and UK dates for magicians, collectors and everyone who enjoys the art of the impossible. Welcome to...

Discount Magic · The Weekly Dispatch Friday 30 October 2026 The week in magic · 24–30 October A little mystery.A lot to discover. Fresh releases, Halloween-weekend performances and a look ahead at the UK magic calendar — all in one quick read. From the Discount Magic...

The week in magic · 17–23 October 2026 Houdini centenary, fresh ideas and a busy run of UK shows Welcome to this week’s round-up of the magic world. A new radio series is revisiting Houdini’s life and legacy, UK stages are full of illusion and theatrical magic, and...

The week in magic · 10–16 October 2026 Big ideas, live magic and a little Houdini history Welcome to this week’s round-up. The UK calendar is gathering pace, new dealer listings are bringing fresh ideas to the table, and the magic world is preparing for a landmark...

The week in magic · 3–9 October 2026 Fresh ideas, clever props and a busy October ahead Welcome to this week’s round-up of magic news, products and events. From a new chapter for UK magic education to live shows and conventions coming up, there’s plenty to keep...

Discount Magic The Magic MarketWeekly New tricks, new arrivals, UK magic news and a look at what’s happening across the industry. Week ending 2 October 2026 The magic world is heading into a busy October, with fresh releases, lectures, conventions and shows arriving...

After being unavailable for several years, one of the most requested tools in children’s entertainment has finally returned. The Magic Line Performance Tape is back — bringing with it the trusted design and practical performance solution that magicians, children’s...

We’re excited to recommend Bookd CRM. An all-in-one CRM, booking, business, and marketing system built specifically for performers and entertainers. It also receives our highest recommendation for magicians and entertainers who want to stay organised, improve...

Thanks again to Chris Cross for a great convention. See below some of the photos from the weekend. This is a boutique convention and if you haven't been you are definitely missing out, small numbers, big acts, 2 gala shows and an intimate atmosphere.

Clearing out my parents house I found this newspaper clipping from around 1979 that my mother had filed away. It features quite a bit of magic. Some of you will recognise Richard Stupple (early in his career) in the centre who later became a prominent member of the...