Neil Roberts’ lecture will be looking at the institution of the traditional pantomime. It includes a mention of the part magic and magicians have played, which is here expanded in a presentation of interest to both non-magicians and their magical partners as Neil reveals “The Magic of Pantomime”.

Andy Greaves has spent 45 years in show business entertaining both adults and children building up a wealth of knowledge and experience. During this lecture Andy will pass on some of the things he has learned in the hope that they may be helpful to you. From setting up the show to props that can be adapted to suit various themes. Andy would also like to share with you some of his favourite tricks that he uses to suit different age groups. Then to finish off the lecture he will spend some time talking about and teaching the art of ventriloquism.

Steve Gore aka 'The Happiest Magician on the Planet' is to present his brand new lecture ‘Lemon Squeezy’ for the Northern Magic Circle.  His previous lecture received excellent reviews at the Magic Castle, the Magic Circle, the IBM British Ring Convention, South Tyneside International Magic Festival and over twenty magic societies. His new lecture includes lots of his original latest effects including 'The GPS Deck', 'The Amnesia Deck', 'The Casino Con', and 'Visions from Vegas'.  All his effects are also easy to master… easy peasy, lemon squeezy, allowing you to focus on the presentation.

Brian Lead will talk in our History of Mystery slot this year.  Brian will be presenting his very popular lecture “A Deadly Way to Make a Living: The Lamentable Fate of Chung Ling Soo, Marvellous Chinese Conjuror”, based upon his researches over many years.

Geoffrey Newton, editor of the I.B.M. British Ring magazine Key Ring, will be presenting his lecture for the Northern Magic Circle called “The Key Ring Lecture”, featuring a selection of effects from that magazine. Some items Geoffrey has created himself whilst others are by members of the regular and occasional columnists all of whom will be fully credited. He will also be presenting a workshop on paper magic, a hands-on session starting with the simple Mobius Loop through to some quite fascinating items you may have never thought you could do.

After winning Opportunity Knocks, the public took to Freddie as ‘Parrot-face’ prompted by one of his jokes. He has led a long and interesting career not only as a professional stand-up comedian but as an actor and more besides. This lecture promises to give you an insight into the man behind the name. Not to be missed!

We are proud to invite magicians from across the UK to represent their local magic society and compete in the 'Northern Magic Close-Up Championships' competition.

The winner will take a cash prize, a trophy and the title of 'Northern Magic Close-Up Champion 2018', for the best close-up magic performance, in a table-hopping environment.

For full details, a list of rules or to apply for the competition, please contact Stuart Clarkson on 07703 783 304 or by e-mail: [email protected].