“People on Zoom want to see your home,” explained Dan Harlan, flanked by interesting magical items as he lectured from his own home to a large online audience of Ring 216 members at their February10, 2021 meeting. “The point is to make it look like you’ve put together items intentionally, not haphazardly, not a fake background.” Thus began a fire hose of professional advice and creative magical ideas from one of magic’s most energetic inventors.
The evening included new effects, starting with a version of the Professor’s Nightmare that fooled the magicians. He performed some favorites that demonstrated essential principles of his entertainment style, such as taking the burden of being fooled on himself rather than placing it on the audience. He gave ample advice on how to be creative, beginning with, “Write everything down.” He spoke of the history of some of his inventions and gave some new tips for their performance: rubber band magic, “Cardtoon” (including the Fool Us version), “Hot Cross Ones”, “Rising Dough” (his favorite trick from a Penguin Lecture), “Starcle”, “What the Hell”. He spoke about making new tricks by changing the presentation - his favorite trick developed from Tarbell was found by using socks instead of silks. He discussed how to make good routines and understand the theater of magic.
Throughout the evening he responded to a barrage of questions from the audience. The members of Ring 216 are grateful to Dan for a very enjoyable evening.
Coming Feb. 10: Magician Dan Harlan!
Continuing Ring 216's commitment to hosting the best magicians on the planet, this month we welcome the legendary Dan Harlan!
- DATE: Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021
- TIME: 7:30 p.m. PST
- HOW: Live online via Zoom
- COST: Free for paid 2021 members of Ring 216; $15 for non-members
- Zoom link will be sent to members and other paid attendees on the day of the event.
World Famous for Unique Magical Creations, Dan Harlan travels the globe performing and teaching incredible magic. One of the most innovative modern magicians, Harlan’s cutting-edge miracles are coveted by discerning connoisseurs of fine magic done well. Performing, writing, teaching, consulting, creating and lecturing, Harlan does it all. While working wonders world-wide, Harlan's wit, wisdom, and whacked-out weirdness always "wows" all wide-eyed witnesses.
At the lecture, Dan will share a variety of effects for all skill levels. Hope you can join us!
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Learn about becoming a Ring 216 member to get access to this lecture and all online lectures this year, plus other benefits. Click here ›
If you don't want to become a member but still want to attend the lecture, please send your $15 payment via PayPal to payment@ring216.org.
Meeting Report: January 2021 - Richard Osterlind Lecture
Ring 216 was
pleased to start the new year with an inspiring lecture by Richard Osterlind.
From his home in front of his bookshelves, before a large Zoom audience, Richard
conversationally taught many of his favorite effects. He delved into the development of many subtle points of their presentation that had been honed over the years to produce the maximum audience impact.
Richard opened with his famous center
tear. Many audience members had questions that he answered with great care and with close-up
demonstrations of the fine points (for which Zoom was well-suited). He then
described his book test and discussed his presentation philosophy for the
revelation of spectator’s thoughts. The great power of the swami gimmick and of
spoon bending became apparent in Richard’s hands. Numerous other mental effects were discussed at the members' suggestion.
Coming Jan. 13: Lecture by master mentalist Richard Osterlind
Our first lecture of the year is from master mentalist Richard Osterlind.
Richard Osterlind is considered by many to be the foremost mentalist performing in the English language today. His unique mix of natural warmth with an almost supernatural ability to read thoughts, bend metal objects with his mind, and scores of other amazing demonstrations, has made him one of the most sought-after corporate entertainers in the world.
DATE: Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021
TIME: 7:30 p.m. PST
HOW: Live online via Zoom
COST: Free for paid 2021 members of Ring 216; $15 for non-members
TIME: 7:30 p.m. PST
HOW: Live online via Zoom
COST: Free for paid 2021 members of Ring 216; $15 for non-members
Lecture details are still in progress. Stay tuned.
The Zoom link will be sent to paid attendees the day of the event.
The Zoom link will be sent to paid attendees the day of the event.
To pay your dues for 2021, visit this page ›
If you don't want to become a member but still want to attend the lecture, please send your payment via this PayPal link ›
Coming Dec. 9, 2020: Ring 216 Virtual Magic Competition
Enjoy a free magic show where members of the International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 216 compete to impress you with their skills!
Every year, the Silicon Valley chapter of the International Brotherhood of Magicians (Ring 216) hosts magic competitions where members compete to impress you — and win the coveted first place trophy!
This year, the competition will be held online via the Zoom platform, which means you can enjoy the show from your own front-row seat at home.
There is absolutely no cost to enjoy the show! Be sure to register here on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link.
This magic for this show is best enjoyed by adults and kids ages 8 and up.
If you're a member of Ring 216 and you're interested in competing, send email to president@ring216.org.
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