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January 4, 2009
Stars of Tomorrow Seeks Performers for 2009 Convention in Buffalo, NY
The S.A.M. is seeking young performers for the Stars of Tomorrow Show, a professional stage show that features magicians ages 7through 17.
The show is part of the annual S.A.M. National Convention that will take place July 15-18, 2009, in Buffalo New York.
here for more information and instructions to apply.
December 21, 2008
Broken Wand: Larry White
It is with deep sorrow that we report the passing this morning of Larry White. Click the image or here to view more information and a photo.
December 18, 2008
SAM Contest of Magic looking for more talent
The "Contest of Magic" is always a highlight at our conventions. Share your talent with the many brother and sister
magicians coming to Buffalo this July. Here is how to apply!
November 4, 2008
Council Approves revision of the "Oath"
At the Pittsburgh National Council Meeting, the Council voted
unanimously on the new updated Society of American Magicians Oath. The
new Oath will now appears on our new membership applications. Click here to view the new oath.
November 7, 2008
October Council Meeting Gallery
A gallery of photos from the October National Council Meeting is available by clicking here!
November 1, 2008
October Council Meeting - Great Fun
Click here for full details.
October 24, 2008
First S.A.M. ASSEMBLY in Space
If you are a member in good standing on the S.A.M., you can join the first S.A.M. Assembly in Space!
Click here for the out-of-this-world details!
October 3, 2008
Disaster Relief Fund Needs Help
The Society of American Magicians Magic Endowment Fund has already extended disaster assistance payments to victims of the recent
Ike Hurricane in Texas. Fund payments have already been extended and more money is needed. Please
click here to learn how you can help.
October 1, 2008
National Magic Week Proclaimed
New York- Bruce Kalver, National President of the Society of American Magicians, proclaimed the week of October 25 to October 31
as National Magic Week throughout the United States and Canada. For more than forty years the Society has recognized the anniversary
of the death of Harry Houdini with a special "week" of events to highlight the charitable work of the Society throughout the year.
Governors and Local Mayors throughout the country will be proclaiming this week in their cities and states. Magic displays can be
found at libraries, stores and malls along with special shows throughout the country during National Magic Week.
Click here to learn more, see Magic Week Events planned around the country, and learn how you can
participate!
September 19, 2008
MICHAEL CLOSE BECOMES NEW EDITOR OF M-U-M MAGAZINE
Michael Close been selected as the new Editor of M-U-M- magazine the official organ of the Society of
American Magicians. President Bruce Kalver announced that Mr. Close will succeed John Moehring as
editor beginning in January 2009. Michael Close is a magician, a writer and a fine musician. His books
for magicians have become modern classics. He has performed and lectured around the world. Ms. Mona
Morrison has been selected as the new advertising manager for the magazine effective in 2009.
August 16, 2008
Louisville 2008 - See it here first!
Complete coverage of the 2008 I.B.M./S.A.M. Combined Convention, exactly as it appears in the September issue of M-U-M, in
PDF format. Reports, reviews, and write-ups of all the shows, lectures, and events by John Moehring, Jon Racherbaumer, Richard Hatch,
Steve Marshall, Mike Perovich, and David Michaels. A full 26 pages with 116 photos by Mike Maione.
Click here or on the image above to view or download for
printing.
August 13, 2008
Broken Wand: Christopher Pratt
Click here for details.
July 26, 2008
Two $10,000 Top Prizes Awarded at IBM/SAM 2008 Convention
The very happy recipients of these honors are, for the Close Up category: Marc Oberon from Great Britain, and for the Stage
category: An Ha Lim from South Korea. Each received their prizes awarded by 2000 People's Choice attendees at the convention,
including contracts for themselves and other finalists at the convention.
July 21, 2008
Convention Ceremony
Officers sworn in at IBM/SAM Convention in Louisville, July 2008. Click the image to enlarge.
June 10, 2008
Disaster Relief Fund Available to Magicians
The Society of American Magicians "Disaster Relief Fund" is ready to assist magicians and allied artists who have suffered losses during the recent floods in the Midwest. This emergency fund, is part of the S.A. M. Magic Endowment Fund, and offers financial relief for damage or loss during this catastrophe.
If you have been directly affected by the floods, or know of other magicians who need financial aid as a result of this emergency you may apply to the M.E.F by contacting S.A.M Midwest Regional Vice President Christopher Bontjes at 217-474-2601 or by e-mail
If you or your magic clubs would like to donate tax deductible funds toward this effort, please make checks payable to the S.A.M. Magic Endowment Fund and send to Bradley Jacobs, Chairman, 234 Towyn Court, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002.
June 10, 2008
Six Magic Campers Win Scholarship
The Society of the American Magicians Magic Endowment Fund is pleased to announce Summer Camp 2008 scholarship awards to six deserving youngsters
for full tuition camp scholarships, plus travel expenses.
Click here for the full story.
April 25, 2008
Magic Camp Scholarship awarded to London youngster
The S.A.M. Magic Endowment Fund, The Magic Circle of London and the Summer Safari Camp of Canada announced joint sponsorship of 15 year old Megan Knowles-Bacon.
Click here for the full story and picture (PDF).
March 29, 2008
Brad Jacobs Accepts 2008 "Magician of the Year" Award
Award presented at the Parent Assembly's 99th Annual Salute to Magic Show. Click here for photo & info.
February 29, 2008
S.A.M. Magic Center Foundation Opens Office in Austin, TX
The Society of American Magicians Magic Center Foundation office will be located at 2705 Bee Caves Road, Suite 230, in Austin. Texas. Click here for full information!
January 27, 2008
IBM/SAM Convention program ads now available
For a limited time assemblies, dealers and friends of magic have the opportunity to advertise in the IBM/SAM Combined Contest of Magic being held in Louisville, KY this July 21-26. Click here for full details and downloadables!
January 26, 2008
Assembly 127 Unveils Tom Prete Scholarship
Tom Prete Assembly #127 is accepting contributions to its newly-formed
Thomas R. Prete Memorial Scholarship for the Arts. Details here.
January 24, 2008
National Council to meet in San Antonio,
Texas, April 26th, 2008
Most Illustrious Maria Ibanez announced that the Spring National Council Meeting
will be held on Saturday morning April 26, 2008 at 9.AM in San Antonio, Texas.
click here for details.
January 20, 2008
Asian Astonishments
Japan RVP Steve Marshall brings his Asian Astonishments column to life with videos on our website. Meet Yosuke Kobayashi!
November 20, 2007
Bradley Jacobs to be Honored as Magician of the Year 2008
Society of American Magicians Ambassador of Magic, Bradley Jacobs, has been named the
"Magician of the Year" 2008 by the Parent Assembly #1 of the Society.
Full details here!
October 23, 2007
Magic Camp Scholarships
Magic Camp Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted for 2008. Details here!
October 1, 2007
"National Magic Week" Proclaimed by Society of American Magicians
The week of October 25 - 31 has been proclaimed National Magic Week. Read all about it, and see the states'
proclamations - click here for more info!
April 7, 2007
S.A.M. Magic Center, Inc.,
Established!
Click the headline for the full story.
March 30, 2007
First SAM Assembly in Macao,
China (#288), hosted their first meeting event..
Click the headline to view the full
story and see photos.
March 10, 2007
Maria Ibanez honored March 7 with
"In the Company of Women" Award.
Click the headline to view the full story and see a photo.
February 20, 2007
SNEAK PEEK of Convention Specials
Many great shows plus Seven Lectures, Two Seminars, Five Shows, Five Close-up performers, Three special events, Contests, and SYM Events. See a complete listing of our performers at the
Who's Who page.
February 3, 2007
"Five-Star Teach-In" Show and
"Magic From The Heart of Texas" Shows added to Convention Opening Day Events...
February 3, 2007
Special Airport to Hotel Rates for
S.A.M. Convention Goers!
Michael Douglass is happy to report that we have an arrangement with Yellow Checker
Shuttle in Dallas to provide special rates to and from the
Adams Mark Hotel and DFW Airport.
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