Clayton Rawson was born on this day in 1906 in Elyria, New York. He specialized in the “locked room” format—an impossible crime that couldn’t have happened, with the books featuring his magician/detective character, The Great Merlini.
Adelaide Herrmann was born in London in 1853, to a Belgian family. She was a successful magician who performed spectacular acts of sleight of hand and illusions.
Confronted by our quiz, the magician/author abandons Hot Rod and wonders about Lisa Noonan.
Thoughts on recent features, accidental coincidences, and Genii's new emerging online home.
Meet the owner and operator of this famous magic shop in San Francisco—a friend to many, and a supporter of the art.
Angelo Lewis, a British lawyer, was born on this day in 1839. As an amateur conjurer, he wrote in children’s magazines and magic books using the now-famous nom de plume, Professor Hoffmann.
Billy Kidd regularly tours the globe performing her creative and irreverent style of magic. She takes a break from her busy schedule to answer our questionnaire.
Another round up: a letter from Mom, readers catching up, and a message from our magic editor.
Learn more about this "destination magic shop," located in Santa Paula, California.
John Carney may be the most awarded magician by the Academy of Magical Arts, a masterful sleight-of-hand artist, comedy magician, and author. He’s well-known for his mix of classic magic with innovative handlings and presentations.
This month we have discussions around Genii's white space, and letters complaining about nothing.
Bill Malone is famous for his unique brand of comedy and mystery at corporate events. His most recent project is business seminars for magicians, combining commercial approaches with performance.