Canada's Magic

Selkirk: Magic Ben and Sitruc James [Aug 27]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:06:00 +0000

For more information and tickets, visit TheMataoEventCentre.ca/ols/products/magicaug2726

From the July 9th Instagram post by Sitruc James:

Experience an evening of world-class magic as Magic Ben, as seen on Canada's Got Talent, joins forces with Sitruc James, one of Canada's premier illusionists, for an incredible live performance filled with mind-blowing illusions, impossible feats, comedy, and audience interaction.
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Markham: Chris Funk -- Redefining Wonder [Oct 24]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:04:00 +0000

From FlatoMarkhamTheatre.ca:

Redefining Wonder is a high-energy multimedia experience featuring live music, mind-bending illusions, and interactive visuals that will leave you scratching your head. From floating instruments to impossible musical feats, his thrilling show is unlike anything you’ve seen before!
Read more and buy tickets.

Found at the July 2nd Facebook post by Flato Markham Theatre.

Toronto and Montreal: Rafael Benatar workshops, lectures, and show [Sep 14 - 16 and Sep 17 & 19]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:09:00 +0000

For more information visit:

Toronto: HatAndRabbitclub.com (new website with details coming soon!)
Montreal: MontrealMagicJam.com/events/benatar/

Toronto:

Workshop - Mon Sep 14th
Show - Tues Sep 15th
Lecture - Wed Sep 16th

For more information visit HatAndRabbitclub.com (new website with details coming soon!)

Montreal:

Lecture - Thu Sep 17
Workshops - Sat Sep 19

For more information visit MontrealMagicJam.com/events/benatar/

ON & SK: Dogs Do Magic [Oct 3 - Mar 15]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:01:00 +0000

For tickets and more information, visit DogsDoMagic.com

From DogsDoMagic.com:

Oct 3, 2026 - Hamilton
Oct 4, 2026 - Port Hope
Oct 24, 2026 - Niagara Falls
Oct 25, 2026 - Vaughan
Dec 3, 2026 - Markham
Dec 4, 2026 - Brantford
Dec 6, 2026 - Owen Sound
Dec 10, 2026 - Penetanguishene
Dec 11, 2026 - Barrie
Dec 12, 2026 - Chatham
Dec 13, 2026 - London
Dec 16, 2026 - Brockville
Dec 18, 2026 - Pembroke
Dec 19, 2026 - Orleans
Dec 20, 2026 - North Bay
Jan 2, 2027 - Guelph
Apr 21, 2027 - Saskatoon, SK
Mar 15, 2027 - Toronto

Check back often at DogsDoMagic.com for the latest information!

Prince George: Clinton W Gray at the BCNE [Aug 13 - 16]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:01:00 +0000

For more information about the BCNE visit BCNE.ca/bcne

From the August 10th Facebook post by the BCNE British Columbia Northern Exhibition:

Clinton W Gray will be at the 114th BCNE for more whimsical and magical fun!
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Thank you to our personal sponsors for August 2026!

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:09:00 +0000

A quick reminder of our earlier Mail as Medicine request for Katie Hunt. If you have the time, Katie and Doug would both benefit from hearing from their friends!

Thank you to John Harrison, Joan Caesar, Ian Crawford, Matt DiSero, Doug Hunt, John Smithman, Peter Mennie, Noah Nogueira, Cam Dix, Ian Batterbury, Eric Bedard, Sonny Patel, and the Toronto Magic Company for being Friends of Canada's Magic!

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Toronto: Parlour Magic at Tranzac [monthly starting Sep 10]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:04:00 +0000

Thursday September 10th marks the grand opening of Toronto's newest magic venue! Shows are scheduled until February and include talent such as Nick Wallace, Bill Abbott, Jeff Hinchliffe, and more!

From MagicParlour.ca:

A new monthly series at Toronto’s Tranzac Club brings together world-class close-up magic, mentalism, and illusion in one of the city’s most intimate performance spaces — with a season lineup that reads like a who’s who of Canadian and international magical talent.
Read more and buy tickets.

From the September 10th event:

Toronto's newest magic series opens September 10.

Nick Wallace. Jeff Hinchliffe. Rob Fishbaum. Hosted by Ian Crawford.

Up close. Unexplained. Unforgettable.
Read more and buy tickets.

Eric Bedard interviewed in On the Coast with Gloria Macarenko on CBC Radio

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:09:00 +0000

From the August 7th post "David Foster Foundation to celebrate 40th anniversary this weekend in Victoria" at the CBC:

Eric Bedard is the David Foster Foundation's resident magician. He will be working the event this weekend.
Read more and listen to the episode.

Found at the August 8th Facebook post by Eric Bedard.

Watch Kameron Marshall on AGT Judges' Callbacks [Aug 11]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:04:00 +0000

We previously reported that Kameron Marshall was picked by Sofia to appear on the Judges' Callbacks episode of AGT.

We understand from Kameron's August 4th Instagram post, that the episode will air on Tuesday August 11th. Tune in then to see if Kameron makes it to the Quarterfinals!

Broken wand: Tom Ransom

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:21:45 +0000

Our sincere condolences to Tom's family and friends at this difficult time.

From Dignity Memorial:

His many collections included playing cards—also the focus of his magic specialty—dice, magic lanterns, music boxes, puzzle jugs, pop-up books, and Victorian ephemera. He was a founding member and secretary of the Society of Canadian Magicians in Toronto. In 1947, he joined the International Brotherhood of Magicians, Ring 17, as member number 100, and was later awarded a lifetime membership. He contributed to more than a dozen magic magazines and co-authored or contributed to several books on the subject.
Read more.

A celebration of his life will be held at in Toronto, on August 15th.

Found at the August 8th Facebook post by Ben Train.

Vancouver: Felice Ling lecture [Aug 26] and Annual Picnic [Aug 22]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:09:00 +0000

From IBM Ring 92 The Vancouver Magic Circle:

For over a decade, Felice Ling has popped up on streets around the world. This occasionally international street performer has been seen at Faneuil Hall, Harvard Square, and fringe festivals from Edinburgh to Adelaide. She was a finalist at the Inaugural FISM World Championship of Street Magic in 2025.
Read more and buy tickets.

Found at the August 6th Facebook post by the Vancouver Magic Circle.

Toronto: Magic Arts Festival 2026 [Sep 19]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:04:00 +0000

From EventBrite.ca/e/magic-arts-festival-2026-tickets-1994760995836

Last year's Magic Art Festival was a great success! This year we are doing it AGAIN at the Fairview Theatre! If you are in this neighbourhood, don't miss out! Step into a world of wonder at Magic Arts Festival 2026, a family-friendly celebration featuring live magic performances, interactive entertainment, creative activities and memorable experiences for all ages.
Read more and buy tickets.

Found at the August 4th Facebook post by WonderPhil.

We've added this to our list of Canadian Magic Festivals and Conventions.

A Week in the Life of Champions (of Magic) -- part 3 of 3

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:34:59 +0000

Continued from parts one and two, where we learned about Load-In, the Technical Run, The Run, Pre-show, and the show, "Champions of Magic: Holiday Spectacular."

A Week in the Life of Champions (of Magic) -- part 3 of 3

Behind the Scenes (Toronto, Dec 2025)

Every company member maintained hyper-focus during performances. The cast and stagehands, for obvious reasons. Technicians made real-time updates to the video based on volunteer input. In addition to being responsible for the atmosphere of the show, Sound, Lighting, and Automation, were also integral to making the magic happen. Losing focus is not an option. Twice I observed the crews’ hypervigilance come to the rescue.

Continue reading this password protected (clue below*) article.

* Password clue:

Canadian magician who appeared on The Muppet Show

Additional clue for our UK readers, this magician also ran as a candidate for the Natural Law Party in England in the early 90s.

Format: Firstname_Lastname

Need a refresher on the earlier parts? Have a look at part 1 and part 2 (password protected with the same password).

For tickets and more information, visit ChampionsOfMagicTour.com

Keep an eye out for Young & Strange this Fall on the AGT Quarter Finals!

Post-script

In 2026 the Champions team will present their biggest engagement to date, a summer residency at the Studebaker Theatre in Chicago. Alex, their producer, said, "Our run in Toronto was something of a test for this longer engagement. Taking away concerns of trucking and travel allows us to add even more magic and production, to deliver the greatest version of the show possible. The Studebaker is an ideal environment to present what we’ve been honing over the last 13 years, as well as some brand new illusions that we’ve been developing which can’t be done on a touring schedule."

Be sure to check out their show if you’re in the Chicago area this summer!

Champions' Chicago residency was extended (for the second time) and will close September 2nd.

From the July 24th Instagram post by Champions of Magic:

Champions Of Magic now runs through September 2 — but that's it! There just isn't enough confetti left in the Midwest for the show to run any longer than that.

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A post shared by Champions of Magic (@championsofmagic)

An abridged version of this article first appeared in VANISH Magic Magazine. Republished with permission.

Thank you to our August 2026 sponsors!

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:01:00 +0000

Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support.

This site would not be possible without their backing.

We're grateful to have the support of:

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Toronto: The Art of Magic by the Toronto Magic Company at the TD Music Hall [Sep 19]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:06:00 +0000

Tickets to see Ben Train and Jonah Babins at the TD Music Hall.

From the July 7th article "Massey Hall Brings Back 'The Art of Magic' to TD Music Hall After Sold-Out Run" by Sophie Mitchell at Wire Service:

Following a successful series of sold-out performances earlier this year, Massey Hall is set to welcome back "The Art of Magic" for a one-night engagement at TD Music Hall this fall, underscoring continued demand for immersive, live entertainment experiences in Toronto’s cultural sector.

Strong Return After Sold-Out Performances
The show, which previously completed four sold-out performances at Allied Music Centre Theatre, will take the stage again on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at TD Music Hall, located at 178 Victoria Street. The return engagement reflects both the popularity of the production and Massey Hall’s commitment to curating diverse live programming in one of Canada’s premier entertainment venues.
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Found at the July 21st Facebook post by Ben Train.

Vancouver: Science of Sleight [Sep 2]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:09:00 +0000

Tickets at ScienceWorld.ca/visit-us

From the July 30th Instagram post by Science World Canada:

You'll be questioning reality at After Dark: Science of Sleight – Magic Edition on September 2!

Read more.

Kameron Marshall advances to AGT Judges' Callbacks! (and interviewed at CHCH and CHUM-FM)

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:06:00 +0000

On Tuesday July 28th, Kameron Marshall was picked by Sofia to appear on the Judges' Callbacks episode of AGT! Congratulations Kameron!!!

From the July 28th Instagram post by AGT Auditions:

Which one of these acts will make it through to the live rounds? 🤔

Tune in on Tuesday, August 11th to find out ⭐️
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From the July 9th post "AGT magician makes the impossible feel personal" at CHCH:

With a reputation for making the impossible feel personal, it’s great to have magician Kameron Marshall to share his tricks.
Read more and watch video.

From the July 16th Instagram post by CHUM 104.5:

From the first audition, to standing on stage, @KameronMarshall gives us the behind the scenes look into his @AGT Journey! 🤩🪄
Read more and watch video.

Halifax: Actual Wizard Tonight [Sep 5, 6 , 11, & 12]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:03:00 +0000

Tickets at ActualWizard.ca

From the July 23rd Instagram post by Vincenzo Ravina:

ACTUAL WIZARD TONIGHT is a late-night talk show from an alternate dimension, hosted by an actual wizard.
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Billy Hsueh IBM 2026 Close-up winner!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:04:00 +0000

Congratulations Billy on your well-earned recognition at IBM 2026! (Right on the heels of THE SAME ACCOMPLISHMENT at SAM 2026!)

From the July 26th Facebook post by Shawn Farquhar:

Congratulations to Billy Hsueh on winning First Place and People's Choice awards at the IBM Convention in St, Louis!

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Carisa Hendrix interviewed by Gill Deacon on CBC's Q

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:03:00 +0000

ICYMI, Carisa's taping her comedy special in Chicago Sept 23 - 27.

From the July 24th article "Some run away and join the circus. Carisa Hendrix built her own" in CBC Arts:

Guest host Gill Deacon speaks with the multi-talented Hendrix as she prepares for a performance at Just for Laughs Montreal. She talks about finding a community of magicians in Calgary, breaking into the male-dominated field of magic, and the unlikely journey from sideshows and circus stages to the Guinness World Records and the legendary Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Read more and listen to the podcast.

Found at the July 24th Instagram post by CBCQ.

Toronto: Buster Canfield & His Industrious Fleas! [Aug 13]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:05:00 +0000

Tickets at TicketCcene.ca/events/64193

From the July 14th Instagram post by Eldritch Theatre:

Eldritch Theatre is proud to present an entire Big Show in Miniature! An evening of circus magic, feats of derring do, and death defying displays of dangerous wonderment, performed entirely by Buster Canfield’s masterful menagerie of highly trained fleas!

Suitable for ages 4 to 444!
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Saint John: Magic at The Fundy Fringe [Aug 17 - 22]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:05:00 +0000

Edited July 25th to add:

Wayne Hansen also has a show, "The Journey," in The Fundy Fringe.

The Fundy Fringe (Aug 17 - 22) is fast approaching!

From the July 20th Facebook post by the Fundy Fringe Festival, here are the magic show listings at this year's Fringe:

Mind Reading, Marriage & Other Milestones
Tabraze & Robin
Postcards From a Magician
Bill Peterson
The Journey
Wayne Hansen

Found at the July 20th Facebook post by Bernard Cormier at the Magic Circle of St. John Facebook group.

What'd we miss?

Saskatoon: Magic at The Saskatoon Fringe [Jul 30 – Aug 8]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:01:00 +0000

The Saksatoon Fringe (Jul 30 – Aug 8) is fast approaching!

Here are the magic show listings at this year's Fringe:

110% Wizard
Keith Brown
Anything Boys Can Do
MagicByLisa

What'd we miss?

Edmonton: Magic at The Edmonton Fringe [Aug 13 – 23]

noreply@blogger.com (Canada's Magic) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:02:00 +0000

The Edmonton Fringe (Aug 13 – 23) is fast approaching!

Here are the magic show listings at this year's Fringe:

110% Wizard
Keith Brown
A Magician
Jordan Rooks
Great & Powerful Tim: Magic Bachelor
Tim Hoffman
Houdini
Brett Oddly
Just Felice Makes Friends
Felice Ling

And not a show, but the Edmonton Fringe Magic Jam [Aug 17] hosted by Jay Flair!

What'd we miss?

Canada's Magic

Selkirk: Magic Ben and Sitruc James [Aug 27]

Markham: Chris Funk -- Redefining Wonder [Oct 24]

Toronto and Montreal: Rafael Benatar workshops, lectures, and show [Sep 14 - 16 and Sep 17 & 19]

ON & SK: Dogs Do Magic [Oct 3 - Mar 15]

Prince George: Clinton W Gray at the BCNE [Aug 13 - 16]

Thank you to our personal sponsors for August 2026!

Toronto: Parlour Magic at Tranzac [monthly starting Sep 10]

Eric Bedard interviewed in On the Coast with Gloria Macarenko on CBC Radio

Watch Kameron Marshall on AGT Judges' Callbacks [Aug 11]

Broken wand: Tom Ransom

Vancouver: Felice Ling lecture [Aug 26] and Annual Picnic [Aug 22]

Toronto: Magic Arts Festival 2026 [Sep 19]

A Week in the Life of Champions (of Magic) -- part 3 of 3

Thank you to our August 2026 sponsors!

Toronto: The Art of Magic by the Toronto Magic Company at the TD Music Hall [Sep 19]

Vancouver: Science of Sleight [Sep 2]

Top 5 posts in July 2026

Kameron Marshall advances to AGT Judges' Callbacks! (and interviewed at CHCH and CHUM-FM)

Halifax: Actual Wizard Tonight [Sep 5, 6 , 11, & 12]

Billy Hsueh IBM 2026 Close-up winner!!!

Carisa Hendrix interviewed by Gill Deacon on CBC's Q

Toronto: Buster Canfield & His Industrious Fleas! [Aug 13]

Saint John: Magic at The Fundy Fringe [Aug 17 - 22]

Saskatoon: Magic at The Saskatoon Fringe [Jul 30 – Aug 8]

Edmonton: Magic at The Edmonton Fringe [Aug 13 – 23]