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What Book Do You Think You Have Gotten The Most Out Of? 9 Replies

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How Do You Respond to Children Who Shout "I Know How You Did That?" 4 Replies

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Invite to Houston Association of Magicians Banquet

HAOM%20IBM%20SAM%20Banquet%202026.pdf Hi Magic Classroom members. The Houston Association of Magicians (HAOM) is having our annual Installation Banquet on February 15th in Houston. If you live in or near Houston and would like to attend as my guest please contact me at macmagic4u@yahoo.com. Please put Banquet in the Subject line. Click link for the…

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Posted by Johan T. McElroy on January 9, 2026 at 12:00pm — 3 Comments

Memories

A discussion on the Genii forum sparked a memory: I attended the very first lecture Bill Malone ever did. I still have the notes, entitled "Who Is Joe Dudek?". He wasn't sure he was a good enough lecturer to have his real name on the notes.

Spoiler alert: he was far more than good enough.

Posted by James Short on January 8, 2026 at 10:29am — 1 Comment

Looking forward to this Halloween weekend!

Posted by Joan Patterson on October 31, 2025 at 9:41am — 1 Comment

Business Methods for the Aspiring Magician (Segment III), by Anthony R. Kolb

    Business cards are a must.  Ensure these go to existing and potential customers.  Giving existing customers a few extra business cards can pay dividends as they refer you to peers, friends, family, neighbors and other professionals in their industry.  Never leave your home or office without a few business cards.…

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Posted by Anthony Ray Kolb on October 27, 2025 at 11:30am — 5 Comments

Business Methods for the Aspiring Magician (Segment II), by Anthony R. Kolb

     Everyone must find their way of growing a customer base.  Schools, churches, clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, restaurants and organizations are common employers of magicians.  Developing a contact at the local newspaper, television and radio station doesn’t hurt, publicity is your friend.  Cultivate relationships with…

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Posted by Anthony Ray Kolb on October 26, 2025 at 11:00am

Business Methods for the Aspiring Magician By Anthony R. Kolb

     Most amateur magicians begin by doing magic for friends and family.  These typically evolve into free shows, and there is nothing wrong with doing free shows for friends and family. 

     Many amateur and professional magicians will perform on social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok or YouTube to name…

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Posted by Anthony Ray Kolb on October 25, 2025 at 1:02pm — 2 Comments

 

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