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2009 Convention
Buffalo, NY
July 15-18, 2009

Posted July 7, 2009
500 MAGICIANS TO APPEAR IN BUFFALO IN JULY!

SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MAGICIANS' CONVENTION TO HOST FOUR PUBLIC SHOWS FOR BUFFALO

The Society of American Magicians Annual Convention is coming to the Adams Mark Hotel in Buffalo, July 15-16-17-18. The 107 year old Society will bring an estimated 500 magicians and their families to the city holding contests, special events and magic shows.

FOUR SHOWS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Wednesday, July 15 at 1:30 pm "JUST FOR KIDS" Magic Show at the Adams Mark Hotel (120 Church Street) featuring four well known kid show performers from around the country, Tickets only $5.00 per person (Special Day Care rates for groups) - Contact Gary Rog at 716-435-8145

Wednesday Evening, July 15 7:00 pm "PRESIDENTS" SHOW" **** An array of seven Past National Presidents of the Society from all parts of the country with illusions comedy ventriloquism, birds, music and colorful magical effects. A wholesome family show- Tickets at the door- $ 25.00 each -Adams Mark Ballroom- Phone :877-856-2442

Thursday Evening, July 16- 8:00 pm- "PEOPLE'S CHOICE" Rockwell Hall- Buffalo State College 1300 Elmwood Avenue- A magic show of competing stars featuring exciting magic and illusions and the audience gets to vote for the winners. Contestants vie for prizes and Gold and Silver medals. Tickets at SAM Convention desk at the Adam's Mark or at the door are $25.00 each or phone 877-856-2442.

Saturday Evening, July 18-8:00 pm - The "STARS OF CANADA" Rockwell Hall - Buffalo State College - 1330 Elmwood Avenue. Exciting magic and illusions performed by six of star magicians from various parts of Canada will appear. Tickets at SAM Convention desk at the Adam's Mark -or at the door-are $25.00 each. Phone 877-856-2442

For press kits, photos and more details contact : George Schindler 917 674 9921, showbiz10@aol.com. Great TV photo ops at the convention dealer trade show demonstrations. More info available here: http://www.magicsam.com/SAM2009/index.asp

**** "Snowstorm on stage" July 15 at the Adams Mark at 8:00 PM! Ask about it. Magic tricks on radio? Yes! we can do it!


June 29, 2009
BILL ANDREWS TO PERFORM IN BUFFALO!
PNP Bill Andrews has been added to the roster of stars for the "Past & Present Presidents" show at the S.A.M convention Buffalo. This will be a history making event with Bill recreating one of Thurston's great effects. We won't tip the surprise... Go through your Thurston Posters! Click the image to enlarge.




June 9, 2009
JUNE 20 DEADLINE!
The Society of American Magicians special convention room rates expire on JUNE 20 -- After that date the Buffalo hotel rates go up. If you are not already registered at the hotel please do so immediately. Niagara Falls is a popular tourist spot and the hotel expects to be sold out for the weekend during our convention. Be sure you have your room booked!

June 15, 2009
BRAD JACOBS TO APPEAR ON STAGE IN BUFFALO
Brad Jacobs has bee added to the roster of the "Past and Present Presidents" show in Buffalo July 15. He was National President in 1970-1971 and while producing many Convention Shows has not performed in one in many years. Brad has been a member for over 56 years, and is our current Ambassador of Magic in addition to being a Life Member, an Honorary Member and is in the SAM Hall of Fame. He was the 2008 Parent Assembly #1 "Magician of the Year"

June 9, 2009
COLLECTIBLE KELLAR PIN IS CONVENTION SOUVENIR
Attendees at the Buffalo Convention will receive a special gift of a collectible Kellar pin, commemorating Harry Kellar, the first Dean of American Magicians, with their badges! Click the image to see a more detailed larger image.

May 27, 2009
"STARS OF TOMORROW SHOW" SET FOR BUFFALO
Producer Marlene Clark announced the lineup of young member performers to appear at the S.A.M; National Convention in Buffalo NY. The "Stars of Tomorrow" Shows have been highlights of many convention s and this year promises to be no exception. From more than thirty applications, Ms. Clark had the task of evaluating acts combining skill, creativity and personality. The young performers ranging from ages 11 to 17 come from all parts of the United States with two from outside the country.

Fifteen year old Trevor Motycka from Illinois, emcees the show. Also on the bill are 11 year old Iosyp Kovkiv from Pennsylvania, David Mlakar (Age 16) of Ohio, assisted by his sister Nicki, Melissa Russo (Age 12) from Connecticut, Long Island youngster T.J Tana (16), plus two youngsters from the UK. Jack Gleadow (age 14) comes from of East Yorkshire and 17 year old Edward Hilsum who hails from Kent.

The show will have everything from birds, manipulations, stage illusion, comedy and silk magic. See it the S.A.M National Convention, July 15-16-17-18.


May 10, 2009
ALTERNATE ACTIVITIES ADDED TO JULY CONVENTION
On Friday July 17 a bus leaves Buffalo for a day in Canada — an offer to see the Greg Frewin Show- Eric Decamps, Pure Magic show and sight seeing (Niagara Falls). Passports are required... but what if you don't have a passport for everyone in your group?

Well, you won't be stranded in Buffalo with nothing do - Bruce Chadwick will perform his fabulous illusion show back at the hotel and there will be a a surprise lecture and plenty of dealers who will keep you company if you want to sleep in!

Loads of magic to see everywhere at the SAM Convention this summer! Anne and Mark are ready to process your applications here. (Click the image to enlarge.)


April 20, 2009
FFFF "STARS" TO APPEAR IN BUFFALO
The FFFF (Fechter's Finger Flicking Frolic) convention is the "Original Close-Up Magic Convention" meeting in April this year. It is the most prestigious gathering of close-up magicians in the world. Since 1971 the By-Invitation-Only gathering featured the best performers, creators and lecturers in the world. By special arrangement, Obie O'Brien brings some of the FFFF stars to appear at the S. A .M .Convention in Buffalo July 15-18.

Meet talented close-up performers such as Garrett Thomas - Vic Trabucco - Dan Block - Shaun Farquhar - Marc Oberon, and more! Don’t miss this event. Here is your "Invitation".


April 10, 2009
IS EIGHT ENOUGH? There are "pieces of eight" for coin magicians in Buffalo, July 2009!
The "Eight Ball" (good load for a chop cup); A figure eight at a skating rink... Or the BIG EIGHT at the S.A.M. Convention in Buffalo, July 15-16-17-18.

That’s right! Eight plus lecturers in 4 days of great magic events. Make it tax deductible - If you’re a pro this is part of your education!

You’ll meet and learn from:

  • GARRETT THOMAS (Excellent Coin Stuff)
  • BRIAN SOUTH (The "Illusion" Guy)
  • ALAIN CHOQUETTE (His own effects plus Gay Oulett material)
  • ERIC DE CAMPS (Classic sleight of hand)
  • SHAWN FARQUHAR (Whatever he likes to do)(You know it’s good)
  • MARC OBERON (Close up award winner)
  • PHIL MORRIS (Ghost Shows and Big Foot)
  • DAN BLOCK AND VIC TRABUCCO (Finger Flingers from FFFF)
  • Plus a few surprises at the Kid Show Session and the opening Buffalo Shuffle Event!

Be there! If you haven’t registered yet, click here!


April 10, 2009
SASQUATCH SIGHTING IN BUFFALO!
Here is a headline you may see in the Buffalo papers on July 18. We will meet the great BIG FOOT live on stage along with Phil Morris during his talk on "Ghost Show in Magic" at the convention Friday night (after we return from a Canadian afternoon.)

The last "Big Foot" hoax was exposed when it was revealed that the con men used a Morris Costume. And if you get to Buffalo early you can register (Tuesday) after 5 PM and catch some early bird "Dealer" demos. More than 25 dealers will be ready and waiting. Don't wait until the last minute. See the act previews!

April 7, 2009
The Next S.A.M. President Performs in Buffalo
Award winning magician, Mike Miller, will be premiering his new act for us at this year's S.A.M. national convention held in Buffalo, New York this July 15, 16, 17 and 18. Mike is known to us as both an accomplished performer and the guy who works and sweeps at our convention shows. He will also be installed as National President for the upcoming 2009-2010 term.join in on the fun we will be having on both sides of the U.S./Canadian border. Don't miss out! You can still register by clicking here. Do it now!

Click here for the S.A.M. 2009 Buffalo Convention Brochure (PDF)

See the latest Convention Flyer/Ad (PDF)


August 1, 2008
Norm Nielsen to be honored at Buffalo Convention July 15-18, 2009
2009 Buffalo Convention dedicated to Norm Nielsen. The Convention, to be held July 15-18, will also feature a special trip to Niagara Falls to see the "Beyond Belief" show at the Greg Frewin Theater. Click the image to enlarge.


 SAM Contest of Magic looking for more talent

Posted December 18, 2008 - The "Contest of Magic" is always a highlight at the S A M conventions. Share your talent with the many brother and sister magicians coming to Buffalo July 15-18! View the letter from Paul Critelli, and learn how to receive an application packet to compete in Buffalo, in July, 2009!


Click here for the S.A.M. 2009 Buffalo Convention Brochure (PDF)


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