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Hi All

I was doing a search of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe site for my own club and though that some of the members here might be interested in some of the shows.

I carried out searches using magic, magician, conjuring and legerdemain. So here is some links along with their descriptions.

If anyone knows of any others please let me know

http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=MAGID
Description
Two of Scotland's best magicians bring new shows to the Fringe. Prepare to be astonished as Steven ('Born entertainer' Evening News) starts the run (6-17 Aug) and Ian ('Excellent' Scotsman) closes (18-29). www.stevendick.co.uk, www.virtualmagicshow.com.


http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=MRBON
Description
A colourful, comedy magic show for the whole family. There's lots of audience participation as Mr Bonkers and his dog Bertie prepare for Mrs Bonker's birthday party. You'll be bonkers to miss it.


http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=JARRE
Description
Classical pianist and Vegas magician clash for an evening that celebrates great music and grand illusion. Can they escape the heat from the Martha Stewart Kitchen of Death? Comical. Harmonious. Discord. 'This is real magic!' New York Times.


http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=HERBI
Description
What's 15 feet tall, 25 feet long and vegetarian? The dinosaurs in Herbie's circus. See them live on stage, supported by a full cast of clowns, acrobats and magicians for the most spectacular show on earth. Family ticket deal available from Pod Box Office.

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Description
An intimate experience of mystery and wonder! International master of magic, Jay Scott Berry, presents an amazing journey into the hidden realm of illusions. Guest starring Edinburgh magician, Mark Fisken, plus the colourful antics of Colombine.


http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=THATO
Description
The one and only socialist magician presents a new show. After which audiences leave the theatre and change the world. Or at least, leave the theatre. 'Astoundingly funny' Time Out. 'Ideologically sound and magnificently bonkers' Independent.


http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=MAGIE
Description
Close-up magic, mind reading, comedy, smoke and mirrors, card cheating… Three of the hottest new magicians Luke Jermay, Jon 'jacky' McClements and Mandy Muden… Unlike any magic show you've ever seen! 'My Pick of the Fringe' - Jerry Sadowitz.


http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=STRAO
Description
Attacked by his own clothes, imprisoned by his own luggage and forsaken by reality, this unique blend of illusion, object manipulation and circus arts is a show for any age, any culture.

Thanks for that, A great set of links. Every year I promise myself I will go to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and sadly I have never made it yet.

There really are some great names there this year too...

And I have just noticed our resident Coin Guru Ian kendall will be there 18-29th August...

That'll be me in the first one...

My thirteenth year (!) I'm doing the second half of the run, and Steven Dick is starting things off. Air conditioned venue, pub prices on drinks etc.

More information when I have it...

Take care, Ian

I'm just trying to raise the finances to go to this, should be great.

My mate and I have promised each other we would go for a couple of years now and this year is the closest we've got to it!!

Thanks for the links, Mr GeoC

Seems with your drove. we will need to add a new area to the forum soon:

"Talk Magic — Scottish Arena"

These links are very helpful but a bit dated at this point. I have two great shows with a lot of magic in them for 2011.

The I Hate Children Children's Show is probably the best children's magic show at the festival.
http://www.ihatechildren.com

Devil in the Deck is wonderful for families and older children. Devil in the Deck is one of the best magic shows at the festival.
http://www.devilinthedeck.com

I also recommend Berry and Stewart, Pete Firman, and Ian Kendal but I don't have those links handy.

There is a big collated list on magicweek.co.uk under 'What's On' and scroll down to 'August 2011' (obviously).

Really looking forward to this years festival, hoping to see as much as I can

I'm doing the Grumpy Magicians with John Hearn at Ryans Cellar Bar Hope Street, (West End of Princes Street) from 6th to 27th August (not Sunday) at 7.30pm. It's a good venue and entry is free. Hope to see you there!