Dai Vernon
1894 - 1992
The Canadian Conservatory of Magic is proud to present its special section dedicated to the ephemeris of conjuring. This section explores the fascinating history of magic throughout the year, highlighting significant events, iconic artists, and innovations that have shaped this art. We invite enthusiasts and the curious to dive into the captivating world of illusion and magic and celebrate this extraordinary heritage.
Magic in history
02
Août
1902: Leon Herrmann est en spectacle au Great Northern Theatre de Chicago.
1915: Houdini est en spectacle au Palace Theatre de New York.
04
Août
1902: Leon Herrmann est en spectacle au Great Northern Theatre de Chicago.
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
06
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
08
August
2017 : Death of Eugene Burger (aged 78)
Stagebill magazine proclaimed Eugene Burger "universally recognized as perhaps the world's finest close-up magician." Named one of the 100 most influential magicians of the 20th century by Magic Magazine, Eugene was a captivating entertainer, an insightful philosopher, a provocative writer, and an inspiring teacher.
10
Août
1902: Leon Herrmann est en spectacle au Great Northern Theatre de Chicago.
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
12
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
14
August
1873 : Birth of Max Malini
16
August
1926 : Birth of Channing Pollock
Channing Pollock was one of the most influential magicians America has ever known. He practically invented the dove act as we know it. Dressed in an elegant tailcoat, Pollock performed flawless card manipulations, punctuated by the spectacular appearance of magnificent white doves. As a finale, he would magically make an entire cage of doves vanish. But it wasn't just what Channing did; it was the style with which he did it that made him so exceptional.
18
August
2006 : Premiere of the film "The Illusionist" starring Edward Norton and Jessica Biel. The film is distributed by Freestyle Releasing and Odeon Films.
20
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1922: Houdini est en spectacle au Rialto Theatre de Washington.
22
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1919: Harry Blackstone Sr. est en spectacle au Dellinger Theatre de New York.
24
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
26
Août
1902: Houdini est en spectacle au Circus Carre Munchen en Bavière.
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1916: Howard Thurston est en spectacle au Thalia Theatre de New York.
28
Août
1902: Houdini est en spectacle au Circus Carre Munchen en Bavière.
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1906: Adelaïde Herrmann est en spectacle au Columbia Theatre de St. Louis.
1916: Howard Thurston est en spectacle au Thalia Theatre de New York.
30
Août
1902: Houdini est en spectacle au Circus Carre Munchen en Bavière.
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1906: Adelaïde Herrmann est en spectacle au Columbia Theatre de St. Louis.
1909: Howard Thurston est en spectacle au Majestic Theatre de Brooklyn, New York.
1916: Howard Thurston est en spectacle au Thalia Theatre de New York.
03
August
1915 : Houdini's performance at the Palace Theatre in New York.
05
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
07
August
1928 : Birth of James Randi
Visit the James Randi exhibition (exclusive to members)
1942 : Premiere of the film "A Haunting We Will Go" starring Laurel & Hardy and Dante. The film was directed by Alfred Werker and distributed by 20th Century Fox.
09
August
1954 : Premiere of the film "The Mad Magician" starring Vincent Price. The film was directed by John Brahm and distributed by Columbia Pictures.
11
August
1853 : Birth of Adelaide Herrmann
13
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
15
August
1939 : Premiere of the film "The Wizard of Oz" starring Judy Garland and Frank Morgan. The film was directed by Victor Fleming and distributed by Warner Bros.
1990 : "The International Magic Festival" takes place at the Quebec City Coliseum until August 26 as part of the Expo-Quebec event. Produced by Mark Wilson, Quebec City residents can enjoy performances by James Cielen, Peter Moretti, and Mr. Electric.
17
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1912: À Phoenix, en Arizona, un incendie ravage l'hôtel dans lequel réside le magicien Paul Valadon. Celui-ci perd tout son matériel et ses biens personnels.
19
August
1917 : Birth of Paul Curry
23
Août
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
25
August
1919 : Premiere in the United States of the film "The Grim Game" starring Harry Houdini and produced by Paramount Pictures.
27
August
1959 : Premiere of the film "The Magician" starring Max von Sydow. The film was directed by Ingmar Bergman and distributed by Janus Films.
29
Août
1902: Houdini est en spectacle au Circus Carre Munchen en Bavière.
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1906: Adelaïde Herrmann est en spectacle au Columbia Theatre de St. Louis.
1916: Howard Thurston est en spectacle au Thalia Theatre de New York.
31
Août
1902: Houdini est en spectacle au Circus Carre Munchen en Bavière.
1902: Howard Thurston est en spectacle à l'Empire Theatre de Londres.
1903: Buatier de Kolta est en spectacle à l'Avenue Theatre de Detroit.
1906: Adelaïde Herrmann est en spectacle au Columbia Theatre de St. Louis.
1916: Howard Thurston est en spectacle au Thalia Theatre de New York.
August 14, 1873
Born in Austria, Malini emigrated as a boy to the United States in 1887 or 1888, settling in New York City. Working at saloons on the Bowery for tips, he began a new life with nothing but his skill and quick wit. Eventually Malini rose to the pinnacle of show business, making (and spending) several fortunes in his lifetime. During his career, Malini entertained several U.S. Presidents, gave command performances in Buckingham Palace, and received gifts from monarchs in Europe and Asia
Malini made his reputation outside of the theaters, performing close-up tricks in private clubs and lobby lounges. He was always loaded with something to produce, whether a red brick or a head of cabbage. Before a show in someone’s private home, he would stop into the kitchen and load his pockets with various fruits that he would later reveal under cups or inside a lady’s purse.