The 63rd Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held in Llandudno — six days of Star Lectures, the Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield, the Close-Up Competition for the Zina Bennett Trophy, and International Magic.
The 63rd Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held 28th September – 3rd October 1999 at the North Wales Theatre, Llandudno, with further events at the Conference Centre, the Imperial Hotel and the John Bright School. Featuring international performers, Star Lectures, the Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield, the Close-Up Competition for the Zina Bennett Trophy, the Dealers’ Magical Trade Fair, Hospital and Special Venue Shows, the Ladies’ Afternoon, the Convention Banquet, International Close-Up, Welsh Wizardry, The Late Late Gala and International Magic.
Meet the performers, lecturers, hosts and special guests appearing at this convention.
American magician presenting the Wednesday Star Lecture 'Magic of the USA', introduced by John Pye; appears in Friday's International Close-Up and is Master of Ceremonies for Saturday's International Magic gala.
Presents the Wednesday Star Lecture 'Magic for Connoisseurs', introduced by Mike Gancia.
Presents the Thursday Star Lecture 'Silken Wonders', introduced by Peter Scarlett, and returns for Friday's Late Late Gala.
American magician presenting the Friday Star Lecture 'Creative Connivery', introduced by Bob Hayden, and appearing in Friday's International Close-Up.
Presents the Saturday Star Lecture 'Old Ideas, New Twists', introduced by Tom Owen.
English magician presenting the Saturday Star Lecture 'The Enchanter', introduced by Peter Scarlett, and appearing in Friday's International Close-Up.
American magician presenting the Saturday Star Lecture 'Super Close-up', introduced by Mike Gancia, and appearing in Friday's International Close-Up. Also appears in Wednesday's Opening Show.
Present the Saturday Star Lecture at the John Bright School, introduced by John Palfreyman, with Fred Rabbit.
French magician presenting the Sunday Star Lecture detailing his fabulous rope routine, introduced by Peter Scarlett; performs 'Art Magique' in Saturday's International Magic gala (second house) as 'Tabary'.
Presents his Comedy and Illusion Show on Wednesday evening at the North Wales Theatre, following the Welcome to Overseas Visitors.
Special guest artiste for Wayne Dobson's Wednesday Comedy and Illusion Show.
Requests conventioneers' indulgence for a spell of hypnotism and mind magic at the Special Events sessions in Meeting Rooms 3 & 4.
Holds a workshop on puppet animation at the Special Events sessions in Meeting Rooms 3 & 4.
Presents 'The Blackstone Legend', introduced by Jeffery Atkins, on Thursday at the North Wales Theatre. Also a Judge for the Stage Competition.
French magician appearing in Friday's International Close-Up, organised by Mike Gancia.
English magician appearing in Friday's International Close-Up, organised by Mike Gancia.
American magician performing 'After the Show' in Friday's Late Late Gala, and appearing in Saturday's International Magic gala (second house).
Performs a diabolo act in Friday's Late Late Gala.
Perform in Friday's Late Late Gala.
Performs in Friday's Late Late Gala.
Feature in Eddie Dawes' 'Welsh Wizardry' on Friday afternoon.
Features in Eddie Dawes' 'Welsh Wizardry' on Friday afternoon.
Features in Eddie Dawes' 'Welsh Wizardry' on Friday afternoon.
Features in Eddie Dawes' 'Welsh Wizardry' on Friday afternoon.
Feature in Eddie Dawes' 'Welsh Wizardry' on Friday afternoon.
Feature in Eddie Dawes' 'Welsh Wizardry' on Friday afternoon.
Presents 'Magic of Switzerland' in Saturday's International Magic gala (first house).
Presents 'La rue de Magie' in Saturday's International Magic gala (first house).
American illusionist billed as 'The Animated Illusionist', appearing in Saturday's International Magic gala (first house).
German award-winning magician appearing in Saturday's International Magic gala (first house).
French magician presenting 'A Magical Symphony' in Saturday's International Magic gala (second house).
French performer appearing in Saturday's International Magic gala (second house).
International Illusionists appearing in Saturday's International Magic gala (second house).
Presented by Leslie Melville, features in Saturday's Children's Showtime at the John Bright School.
Presents her 'Balloon Parade' in Saturday's Children's Showtime.
Presents 'Juggling Fun' as Winston in Saturday's Children's Showtime, from Scotland.
1998 Children's Entertainer of the Year, appearing in Saturday's Children's Showtime.
Current UK Children's Entertainer of the Year, appearing in Saturday's Children's Showtime.
Present 'Illusions of MYSC' in Saturday's Children's Showtime.
Presents 'Discovering Reginald Scot' in Eddie Dawes' Collectors' (and Others') Seminar.
Presents 'Collecting Puzzles' in Eddie Dawes' Collectors' (and Others') Seminar.
Presents 'Memories of Claude Chandler and Claudine' in Eddie Dawes' Collectors' (and Others') Seminar.
Organising Secretary of the 63rd Convention and arranger of the Opening Show and Gala Shows; presents 'Recollections of Magicians on the Halls' in Eddie Dawes' Collectors' Seminar, and introduces Gay Blackstone's Thursday lecture.
Browse shows, lectures, competitions, workshops and social events day by day.
Explore the lectures and specialist sessions in the programme.
John Pye introduces Rich Bloch (USA).
Mike Gancia introduces Tonny van Rhee.
Peter Scarlett introduces Duane Laflin.
Bob Hayden introduces Dan Garrett.
Tom Owen introduces Pat Fallon.
Peter Scarlett introduces Alistair Cook.
Mike Gancia introduces Gregory Wilson.
John Palfreyman introduces Barbara & Alan Astra.
The Collectors' (and Others') Seminar
Eddie Dawes presents Harry Reeve on 'Discovering Reginald Scot', John Ergatoudis on 'Collecting Puzzles', Michael Bailey on 'Memories of Claude Chandler and Claudine', and Jeffery Atkins on 'Recollections of Magicians on the Halls'.
Peter Scarlett introduces Francis Tabary, who will detail his fabulous rope routine.
Competition information, entry details, rules, timings and locations.
Organised by Mike Gancia. Competitors at time of going to press (alphabetical order): Alan Astra (Stevenage, Herts), Alex Bremner (Salisbury), David Courcelle (St Helens, Merseyside), Trevor Dawson (Whalley, Lancashire), Peter Gardner (Stevenage, Herts), Andi Gladwin (Newent, Glos), Paul Hallas (Huddersfield, Yorks), Etienne Pradier (Wye, Kent), Peter Roberts (Todmorden, Lancs), Trevor Stone (Woodthorpe, Yorks). Chairman of the Judges: Tony Shelley.
Awarded for the Zina Bennett Trophy.
Running order of competitors & names of sponsors: 1. David Prouse (Gloucester) — David Bennett, Graham Gardner. 2. Nick Rushton (Leek) — Derek Lawrence, Richard Owen. 3. Peter Masters (Southampton) — Tony Russell, Ian Maishman. 4. Lido (Grangetown) — Cynthia Neptune, Brian Sefton. 5. Gypsy Kate (Limerick) — Vincent Finucane, Pat Ward. 6. Gingernut the Clown (London) — Dave Andrews, Dez Colona. There will be a 30 minute interval between Acts 6 & 7. 7. Toi and Ota (Derby) — Stuart Clarkson, Stuart Brown. 8. Mike Coyne (Wetherby) — George F M Shepherd, Derek Forbes. 9. Dallas (Wellingborough) — Mark Farrar, Richard Stupple. 10. Mark Shortland (Penrith) — Roger B Heath, Leslie Randall. 11. Mark Taylor (Metheringham) — John Thursby, Alexander Allen. Competition Organiser: John Palfreyman. Assistant Organiser: John Pye. Stage Director: Neil Roberts. On the Keyboard: Dave Cass, D.P.L.M., G.C.L.C.M. Timekeeper: Tony Brooks. Assistant Timekeeper: Les Brooks. Chairman of the Judges: Ali Bongo. Judges: Carol Pye, Anne Shaxon, Bob Hayden, Gay Blackstone, Trevor Lewis, Mike O'Brien, Anthony Owen.
The British Ring Shield + £500 for the most entertaining Magic Act. The Theo Speaker Cup + £200 for the runner up. The Alastair Wand + £100 for third place. The Conventioneers Trophy for originality in effect, method or presentation. The Craig Trophy for the best Lady performer. The Dittia Shield for Manipulation. The Tom Harris Cup for Comedy.
Awarded to the dealer presenting the most attractive stand at the Dealers' Magical Trade Fair. Historically also known as the Craig Trophy / Craig Cup.
Judged during Convention week; awarded for the best-presented dealer stand at the Trade Fair.
Discover the dealers, creators and magical suppliers attending the convention.
Find the buildings, halls, theatres and rooms used throughout the convention.
Oxford Street, Llandudno
Celebrating the performers recognised through the British Ring competition programme.
Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield
Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield
Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield
Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield
Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield
Dealers Trophy
Close-Up Competition for the Zina Bennett Trophy
Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield
Close-Up Competition for the Zina Bennett Trophy
Competition for the New Silver British Ring Shield
Close-Up Competition for the Zina Bennett Trophy
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