October 4: The Floating (Toilet) Ball
On this day in 1946, magic dealer Joe Karson filed a U.S. patent for an “Illusion Apparatus,” marketed under the name of Zombie, the floating ball.
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Breaking updates, announcements, and developments across the magic industry.
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October 1: Clippo
In the October 1937 Linking Ring, William H. Wilson (Will de Seive) advertised his trick, Clippo.
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Chronicling Magicians and Their Audiences
The distinguished historian and author discusses his unique approach to magic's past in The Magic Book Podcast.
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The Rhapsody Theater
Ricardo Rosenkranz’s beautiful, magical theater in Chicago features top-tier talent presented in a lavish theatrical setting
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The 2025 Milbourne Christopher Awards Ceremony
The Milbourne Christopher Awards celebrate excellence, originality, and leadership in the magical arts.
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Penn & Teller Become Magic Circle Members
The Bad Boys of magic make good. During their anniversary tour in London, the magic pair receive high honors!
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October Genii Speak
Celebrities watching Genii contributors; Ask for it at your magic shop!
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October Mailbox
A voice of experience; Gresham corrected; the Die Box celebrated
The Eye
The Greatest Illusion: A Documentary in the Making
Norwegian magician and illusionist Alexx Alexxander is the subject of a new documentary
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The Muppets on Broadway, With Magic!
Magician Rob Lake brings his Broadway debut to the Broadhurst Theatre this holiday season, joined on stage by none other than The Muppets
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Penn & Teller on All the Things
The celebration of Penn & Teller’s 50 years together continues
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The Magicians Table and Breathe
A magical night for a magical cause. Magicians gather in support of a special fundraiser with proceeds benefiting a therapeutic magic program for young people in the UK.