Kung Fu, the TV series, was all the rage when I was in middle school. Watching that show, I imagined myself studying under the direction of a great master. Little did I know that years later I would actually meet my own Zen master, Eugene Burger, and then create a mystery school!
Seems like the show Kung Fu is playing out in my real everyday life!
We all need someone to help us along the path, who can call us on our procrastination or give us a wake-up call! Good friends and mentors can do that!
Poetry Corner:
Two Mystery School Haikus by D.R.
Arcana and lore
Secrets in a hidden room
Find the sliding door
 ………………………………….
Seekers of knowledge
Magic and mystery school
A goal for many.
Now you have the opportunity to study many of Eugene’s most prized and private performance pieces in the new book, Eugene Burger: From Beyond. In 2010, Eugene asked Dr. Larry Hass to write and oversee two books that would include all of his unpublished material (routines, essays, talks, interviews, and scripts). Working closely with Eugene right up to his death, Eugene Burger: From Beyond is the first of these books, and it includes all of Eugene’s unpublished parlor magic, stage magic, and spirit theater. The book is now available for purchase from Larry at: https://www.TheoryandArtofMagic.com.
Secret Shows
One of the best kept secrets in Vegas is that there are numerous private party shows that the public and magic community never hear about. (OK, on Facebook there were a few mentions.)
Last week I had the pleasure of being on a special show that was the creation of my visionary friend Stephane Vanel.
On the show Stephane performed with Lance Burton, Shin Lim, Amazing Jonathan, Rocco, Will Bradshaw, Kent Axell, and me! The event was hosted by WONDERGROUND’S Tim Wise. Now there’s a cast!
QUIZ: “Can you name all the performers in this photo?â€
I love performing at private events, so if you want to have me at your events in 2020, please contact my friend and manager Tobias Beckwith: tobias@yourmagic.com
McBride’s Magic & Mystery School All-Star Show at Mindvention–This conference is one of the world’s largest gatherings of mind readers and mystery entertainers. Our school rocked the house this night! Thanks to everyone for such a great opening night show. Here’s the cast list:
Lawrence Hass, Jeff McBride, Kabir Khan, Victor Castañeda, Gene Franklin Smith, and Ross Johnson.
If you are planning to attend the
SAM CONVENTION IN VEGAS IN 2020
I’ll be hosting two very special classes just before and after the convention:
http://www.magicalwisdom.com/events
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WONDERGROUND News
You are invited to the biggest magic party in Las Vegas!
3 great DIFFERENT shows…
ONE night only! Never to be repeated!
November 21st, 2019
8pm Comedy Magic Show
Tim Wise is your host
Michael Mirth – Cryptic Conjurations
Louie Foxx – MagiComedy
Professor Phelyx – Enchanting Mind Reading
Derek Selinger – From P&T’s FOOL US
Ryan Brown – Mysterious Manipulations
9pm Close Up, Parlor & Strolling Magic
Will Bradshaw is your host
Michael Mirth Opens his Cabinet of Wonders
Louie Foxx – Funtastic Magi-Comedy
Derek Selinger – Canada’s Famous Mystery Man
Civi Civiac – Continental Conjurations
Professor Phelyx – Enchanting Encounters
Zack Patee at the WONDERBAR
10pm Variety Stage Extravaganza!
Ryan Brown – Rising Star of magic
Louie Foxx – Comedic Deceptions
Civi Civiac – Continental Conjurations
Niels Duinker – Gravity Defying Skills
Derek Selinger – Magic from the Shadows
All the Above Plus:
Photography by Sheryl Garrett. Bar Magic with Scott Steelfyre & Maggie, Corey Rubino, New World Rhythmatism Belly Dancers, Psychic Sideshow with Eliza – and many more surprises and special celebrity guests.
Abigail and I are looking forward to hosting you at the McBride House of Mystery, so when you visit Las Vegas, know that you can always come over for a class or event. There is always something new and amazing happening here! Just drop us an email at Jeff@mcbridemagic.com.
Be inspired!
Jeff and Abigail
P.S. Just one more haiku by D.R.
Behind the white beard
Wisdom, humor, and knowledge
A naughty Santa.
