Blog

Welcome to my journal of magic shows and creativity. I travel around as a magician in Devon and Cornwall. Sometimes other places. I make art and design things for my shows and other people. I hope you find something of interest here.

Tell the best stories

Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins

Annette Simmons

I’ve forever been fascinated with captivating talks, speakers and folk who just have something that charms you.

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This is Kris

The caption of a photo online

“Street magician. Someone told me this is @harriskristien”

It brought a smile to my face and mystery to my evening.

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Mentors 1 of 3

Even professional magicians need lifelong mentors

I’d like to share with 3 mentors who have helped me progress. Here is the first. By way of introducing me to the larger world of magic he’s helped me become a better magician and has been a great friend. Professional, polite and good humored don’t do the man justice. He’s a treasure of Plymouth and here’s why.

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10 reasons to watch magic

Some good and bad reasons to be still and enjoy magic at any time.

  1. You might laugh and laughing makes you live longer. That’s science.
  2. You might learn something about yourself.
  3. You might learn something about someone else.
  4. You might have to get your wallet back.
  5. I heard a magician once gave away a £50 note or was it stolen? I can never remember 😉
  6. Magicians sometimes tell stories. Not lies!
  7. A story might change your life.
  8. To get out of the awkward scenario of having all your family at a dinner table.
  9. Did I say you might enjoy it?
  10. To avoid humiliating yourself dancing?

Plymouth Magical Circle Birthday

What a show. I helped orchestrate the Plymouth Magic Circles 80th Anniversary show. It was a blast. At least 8 performers and over 90 guests and all tickets sold. We made this magic show a success.

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Stand Still

My first ever cinemagraph. No camera tricks just a real moment replayed. I love that technology can crystalize a moment that actually happened and give you the feeling that it’s happening over again on repeat.

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Plymouth Magic Circle

I was a long standing member of the Plymouth Magic Circle (PMC). I served as secretary for several years and helped promote, organise and arrange shows and meetings. The PMC met once a month on the second Thursday of every month.

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