magic is about honesty
everything here is true
except for the bits I made up
Last night I was performing as part of ESS Support Services’ Dine for Dignity Gala. I got to appear alongside singer Michael Vanhevel and former Blue Jays Radio Broadcaster Jerry Howarth. Thank you to everyone who attended to help make the evening such a success. We were able to raise money for a great cause and there was definitely magic in the air.
James Alan, Alison Coke (CEO), Jerry Howarth
This week I will be appearing on The Art of Magic, a special magic variety night put on by the Toronto Magic Company. We take over the Super Wonder Gallery (College & Bathurst) and have a blast, bringing together diverse magical talents.
From the TMC:
“The Art of Magic is more than just a show. It’s an entire evening filled with beautiful art and mind blowing illusions that’s taking Toronto by storm!
The fun begins at 730pm inside the Super Wonder Gallery. Enjoy delicious drinks and paintings from some of Toronto’s best local artists while close up magicians dazzle you with sleight of hand.
Then at 8pm SHARP the show begins, and for the next hour and a half you’ll witness professional magicians from around the world performing magic so incredible that you’ll be gasping in disbelief!
In order to ensure every seat in the house is a good one, only 65 tickets are available for this intimate theatre experience. Make sure you order yours before they disappear forever!”
Due to increased demand we are repeating the same show for two nights, Wednesday and Thursday, at 8:00 PM. I’ve been informed that there are a handful of tickets left.
Also appearing are Ryan Brown, an award winning sleight of hand manipulator, and Michael Craig Francis, a multiple Guinness World Record holder.
Ryan Brown
Michael Craig Francis
Last week, I appeared in London at the Marienbad Restaurant in a special monthly show. Also on the show was the great Canadian comic, Glenn Ottaway (now retired, but who occasionally pokes his head out to have some fun and make people laugh.)
Thanks to everyone who attended. Here are some photos of the event courtesy of the Amazing Corbin.
Still getting caught up from a busy summer. Here are a few photos from The Newest Trick In The Book courtesy of David Fulde.
L to R: Dan Stapleton, LEO, James Alan, Ajay Goldin, Rob Testa
Ajay Goldin
Dan Stapleton
Ajay Goldin
Rob “Peace Man” Testa
Rob Testa
Dan Stapleton
LEO
James Alan
Ryan Goldin
This was back on July 30. I was joined by Dan Stapleton, LEO, Ryan Goldin and Rob Testa. The Newest Trick In The Book is a weekly open mic put on by the Toronto Magic Company at See-Scape, a nerd-themed bar in the Junction.
Ordinarily the show is hosted by the lovely and talented Jonah Babins, but he was off on his summer holiday. The show is continuing through the fall on Tuesday nights. It’s free to attend and tickets can be reserved online.
Tuesday night I’ll be appearing on The Newest Trick In The Book. It’s a fun and informal night of magic put on by the Toronto Magic Company. We use the delightfully nerd-themed bar See Scape (Keele & Dundas, Toronto) filled with games both of the video and table-top variety.
This week features guest host Patrick Nemeth, also features Chris Mayhew, Michael Penkul and Jacqueline Swan. This is a free show to attend but you can reserve seats through Eventbrite.
I’ll be appearing on a special variety show at The Peacock Public House later this month:
Chris and Christel are back for another seasonal collection. In the midst of moving from the warm summer heat to the cozy transition of sweater weather, they're bringing some of their favourite autumn acts to join them in this comedy cabaret. An evening of music, comedy, sketch and more.
Join your hosts Christel Bartelse & Christopher Sawchyn alongside: Candice Gregoris (Comedy), SUPERfluous! (Music), James Alan (Magic), Evangeline Demone (Burlesque)
Friday, September 20, 2019
8:30 PM (Doors Open 8:00)
The Peacock Public House
582 College Street Toronto
Tickets $20 online, $25 at the door. $15 for students (door only).
