Passing the Torch: A Rite of Passage
I vividly remember the day I became an adult. It was a hot summer evening in July of 1972. I was twelve years old and my dad handed me a paper bag filled with old newspapers. (No, that’s not it. Wait for it…wait for it!) Then he handed me a pack of matches and told me to go to the “burn barrel” and to burn the trash. I couldn’t believe that my dad actually handed me a pack of matches!
Matches! Real matches! This meant I was not a little kid anymore. This was a symbol of responsibility. This meant I was grown up. I felt like a young warrior being handed a fire torch from the chief of the tribe. It was a mythic, life-changing moment! I spent hours tending that fire. Yes, it was just trash in a burn barrel, but to me, in that moment, it was a fire ritual, a rite of passage from kid to adult.
The Fire of Transformation
Ever since that moment I’ve been fascinated by fire. I’ve explored the art of fire magic, met my wife Abigail at a drum circle fire, and many of my best friendships are forged in fire. Now, let me share the secrets of Fire Magic with you!
FIRE MAGIC SUMMER SUMMIT
Live on Zoom – August 2 & 9
Who is invited? Anyone who is curious about magic–Magicians, performers and flow artists that want to add magic effects, illusions, and dynamic special effects to their existing repertoire, such as: Flashes and Flames; Canes and Candles; Sparks and Smoke; Potions and Powders; and much, much more!
Learn from experts, special guests and pyro-technicians how to handle these substances in a safe and secure way, and discover how to unleash the power and majesty of one of the most spectacular weapons in the modern entertainer’s arsenal!
TAKEAWAYS
Enrich your life and your performance by learning the secrets of the fire shaman, the secrets of sorcery, and the power of FIRE. All classes will be recorded so you can watch anytime you like!
Register here – https://shop.magicalwisdom.com/events
Las Vegas Magic News
Are you coming to MAGIC LIVE? Are you ready for a magical adventure? Now you can have a guided tour and personal visit with all of us at The Magic & Mystery School.
Imagine yourself guided on a mysterious adventure as your host Jeff McBride invites you to join him for an unforgettable experience. Watch Jeff perform some of his NEW and classic pieces, and then embark on a guided tour of the Magic & Mystery School. You’ll visit our incredible magic library and behold the thousand-and-one wonders of Jeff McBride’s extensive magic collection – a treasure trove he has gathered from his many years adventuring around the world.
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD TWO TIMES ONLY!
August 3 and August 8
(The day before and the day after MAGIC LIVE)
Immerse yourself in a five-hour magical journey that will take you through the art and heart of magic, all while discovering the world’s premiere magic learning experience. You’ll get to participate in lectures, hands-on workshops, and of course, lots of magic. To keep you fueled throughout the day, snacks and drinks will be provided.
This is a one-of-a-kind experience that may never happen again. This may be your last chance to make it a day at The Magic & Mystery School.
Register here – https://shop.magicalwisdom.com/events
See you online or in Las Vegas!
Jeff and Abigail
