The Society of American Magicians
@sammagicians.bsky.social
The oldest and most prestigious magical society in the world.
Attention younger performers aged 7-17!
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin, Houdini’s adopted hometown.
magicSAM.com/appleton
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin, Houdini’s adopted hometown.
magicSAM.com/appleton
January 9, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Attention younger performers aged 7-17!
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin, Houdini’s adopted hometown.
magicSAM.com/appleton
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin, Houdini’s adopted hometown.
magicSAM.com/appleton
We have reached next to last lesson in the Classics of Stand-Up Magic. This month the one and only Dan Harlan will join us to take you though the Bank Night plot. .
Join Dan Harlan and v1.2 as we share this classic of magic Sunday January 11, 2026.4pm Eastern 1pm Pacific
Join Dan Harlan and v1.2 as we share this classic of magic Sunday January 11, 2026.4pm Eastern 1pm Pacific
January 9, 2026 at 5:43 PM
We have reached next to last lesson in the Classics of Stand-Up Magic. This month the one and only Dan Harlan will join us to take you though the Bank Night plot. .
Join Dan Harlan and v1.2 as we share this classic of magic Sunday January 11, 2026.4pm Eastern 1pm Pacific
Join Dan Harlan and v1.2 as we share this classic of magic Sunday January 11, 2026.4pm Eastern 1pm Pacific
The S.A.M is heading to Houdini's adopted hometown of Appleton, WI. This will be a once in a century event as we honor the life and the legacy of Harry Houdini. We have put together an all-star line up of lectures, panels, and workshops, and we told them to hold nothing back.
magicSAM.com/appleton
magicSAM.com/appleton
January 9, 2026 at 5:39 PM
The S.A.M is heading to Houdini's adopted hometown of Appleton, WI. This will be a once in a century event as we honor the life and the legacy of Harry Houdini. We have put together an all-star line up of lectures, panels, and workshops, and we told them to hold nothing back.
magicSAM.com/appleton
magicSAM.com/appleton
Penn & Teller have performed together for 50 years. You would be forgiven to think they are best friends. It is the lack of a strong friendship that is the secret to their longevity as a team.
www.express.co.uk/celebrity-ne...
www.express.co.uk/celebrity-ne...
Penn and Teller’s relationship as magicians ‘not friends’ and ‘never got along'
They've stayed together for decades - but Penn and Teller say friendship was never part of the deal.
www.express.co.uk
January 9, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Penn & Teller have performed together for 50 years. You would be forgiven to think they are best friends. It is the lack of a strong friendship that is the secret to their longevity as a team.
www.express.co.uk/celebrity-ne...
www.express.co.uk/celebrity-ne...
The face of magic is forever changing. With magic on an upswing in popularity. Performers like Magical Katrina, Nathaniel Grandinetti l, David Shao, and others are showing magic is young and hip.
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lataco.com/magicians-lo...
L.A.’s Young Magicians Are Blowing Minds at Clubs, Pop Video Sets, and Taco Stands ~ L.A. TACO
Today's budding magicians are trading college and 9 to 5s to work with Chappell Roan, raise money for cancer patients, and perform at Magic Castle, marking a comeback for magic tricks in 2026.
lataco.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:23 PM
The face of magic is forever changing. With magic on an upswing in popularity. Performers like Magical Katrina, Nathaniel Grandinetti l, David Shao, and others are showing magic is young and hip.
lataco.com/magicians-lo...
lataco.com/magicians-lo...
The stage of the magician. From the streets to courts of royalty, to tents, casinos, night clubs and more, magicians have always adapted to the times. Gabriella Lester talked about being a magician in the digital age.
www.digitaljournal.com/entertainmen...
www.digitaljournal.com/entertainmen...
Gabriella Lester discusses her influences as a magician, being a part of the digital age
Los Angeles-based magician and illusionist Gabriella Lester opened up about her influences in magic, and being a part of the digital age.
www.digitaljournal.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:15 PM
The stage of the magician. From the streets to courts of royalty, to tents, casinos, night clubs and more, magicians have always adapted to the times. Gabriella Lester talked about being a magician in the digital age.
www.digitaljournal.com/entertainmen...
www.digitaljournal.com/entertainmen...
🎩Improve your magic with this performance tip!🎩
To improve your misdirection, look where your want your audience to look, and do it with confidence.
Want to learn more tips and techniques to improve your magic? Join The Society of American Magicians magicSAM.com
To improve your misdirection, look where your want your audience to look, and do it with confidence.
Want to learn more tips and techniques to improve your magic? Join The Society of American Magicians magicSAM.com
November 26, 2025 at 4:16 PM
🎩Improve your magic with this performance tip!🎩
To improve your misdirection, look where your want your audience to look, and do it with confidence.
Want to learn more tips and techniques to improve your magic? Join The Society of American Magicians magicSAM.com
To improve your misdirection, look where your want your audience to look, and do it with confidence.
Want to learn more tips and techniques to improve your magic? Join The Society of American Magicians magicSAM.com
Attention younger performers aged 7-17!
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin.
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin.
November 26, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Attention younger performers aged 7-17!
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin.
The S.A.M. is looking to hire awesome young stage and closeup magicians, plus an emcee, as Stars of Tomorrow performers at the 2026 S.A.M. Annual Convention, July 1-4, in Appleton, Wisconsin.
✨Want to take you magic to the next level?✨
Membership in The Society of American Magicians grants you access to:
🎩 Exclusive lectures
🎩 Mentorship
🎩 Online workshops
🎩 Access to all M-U-M
Start your journey, join the S.A.M. Today! magicSAM.com
Membership in The Society of American Magicians grants you access to:
🎩 Exclusive lectures
🎩 Mentorship
🎩 Online workshops
🎩 Access to all M-U-M
Start your journey, join the S.A.M. Today! magicSAM.com
November 25, 2025 at 10:37 PM
✨Want to take you magic to the next level?✨
Membership in The Society of American Magicians grants you access to:
🎩 Exclusive lectures
🎩 Mentorship
🎩 Online workshops
🎩 Access to all M-U-M
Start your journey, join the S.A.M. Today! magicSAM.com
Membership in The Society of American Magicians grants you access to:
🎩 Exclusive lectures
🎩 Mentorship
🎩 Online workshops
🎩 Access to all M-U-M
Start your journey, join the S.A.M. Today! magicSAM.com
This week for TED Talk Tuesday Robert Strong walks us through the anatomy of a magic effect.
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The anatomy of magic | Robert Strong | TEDxSanFrancisco
YouTube video by TEDx Talks
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November 25, 2025 at 10:32 PM
This week for TED Talk Tuesday Robert Strong walks us through the anatomy of a magic effect.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfIR...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfIR...
Next year The Hand and The Eye will open in Chicago. What will be the world's largest dedicated magic venue is added more to their collection.
www.wosu.org/2025-11-24/c...
www.wosu.org/2025-11-24/c...
Columbus dentist sells massive magic history collection to Chicago magic venue
For 35 years, Dr. Timothy Moore of Grandview Heights amassed a collection of hundreds of items, including tricks and relics from magic greats like Harry Houdini.
www.wosu.org
November 25, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Next year The Hand and The Eye will open in Chicago. What will be the world's largest dedicated magic venue is added more to their collection.
www.wosu.org/2025-11-24/c...
www.wosu.org/2025-11-24/c...
Spoilers for Now You See Me
Director Ruben Fleischer Talks about his favorite part of the film, which also happens to be a surprise reveal.
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Director Ruben Fleischer Talks about his favorite part of the film, which also happens to be a surprise reveal.
bleedingcool.com/movies/now-y...
Now You See Me: Now You Don’t Director on the Film's Surprise Reveal
Now You See Me: Now You Don’t director discusses the surprise Horseman reveal and how it's a pivotal moment in the film.
bleedingcool.com
November 23, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Spoilers for Now You See Me
Director Ruben Fleischer Talks about his favorite part of the film, which also happens to be a surprise reveal.
bleedingcool.com/movies/now-y...
Director Ruben Fleischer Talks about his favorite part of the film, which also happens to be a surprise reveal.
bleedingcool.com/movies/now-y...
Whether you have been coming to conventions for years, or looking to attend for the first time, The Society of American Magicians 2026 Convention in Appleton is where your story continues.
Join the S.A.M. in Appleton, and create moments that you will talk about for years.
magicSAM.com/appleton
Join the S.A.M. in Appleton, and create moments that you will talk about for years.
magicSAM.com/appleton
November 23, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Whether you have been coming to conventions for years, or looking to attend for the first time, The Society of American Magicians 2026 Convention in Appleton is where your story continues.
Join the S.A.M. in Appleton, and create moments that you will talk about for years.
magicSAM.com/appleton
Join the S.A.M. in Appleton, and create moments that you will talk about for years.
magicSAM.com/appleton
1st National VP Marc DeSouza invites you to join him in Appleton, WI July 1-4 2026 magicSAM.com/appleton
November 23, 2025 at 8:49 PM
1st National VP Marc DeSouza invites you to join him in Appleton, WI July 1-4 2026 magicSAM.com/appleton
🪄✨The 2026 S.A.M. Convention in Appleton, WI July 1-4, 2026.✨
This year, we will be honoring the legacy of Harry Houdini 100 years after his passing, and this convention will be like the man himself, legendary.
📅 Save the date & register now magicSAM.com/appleton
This year, we will be honoring the legacy of Harry Houdini 100 years after his passing, and this convention will be like the man himself, legendary.
📅 Save the date & register now magicSAM.com/appleton
November 21, 2025 at 10:51 PM
🪄✨The 2026 S.A.M. Convention in Appleton, WI July 1-4, 2026.✨
This year, we will be honoring the legacy of Harry Houdini 100 years after his passing, and this convention will be like the man himself, legendary.
📅 Save the date & register now magicSAM.com/appleton
This year, we will be honoring the legacy of Harry Houdini 100 years after his passing, and this convention will be like the man himself, legendary.
📅 Save the date & register now magicSAM.com/appleton
Somehow we missed this. Brad Pitt's character in F1 is sleight of hand artist with playing cards. While not really a plot point of the movie, it was more of a character trait. It was also really Brad performing the moves as he has an onset coach.
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www.bbc.com/news/article...
Brad Pitt 'a natural' with card skills, says Doncaster film coach
Card tricks coach Greg Chipman, from Doncaster, says the actor was a "fast learner".
www.bbc.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Somehow we missed this. Brad Pitt's character in F1 is sleight of hand artist with playing cards. While not really a plot point of the movie, it was more of a character trait. It was also really Brad performing the moves as he has an onset coach.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
It's an all new Penn and Teller: Fool Us on The CW. Tonight Alexander Krist, Jo De Rijck, Gotaishi, and Shock & Bizzare take their shot at fooling Penn & Teller. Check your local listings for times and station.
November 21, 2025 at 2:39 PM
It's an all new Penn and Teller: Fool Us on The CW. Tonight Alexander Krist, Jo De Rijck, Gotaishi, and Shock & Bizzare take their shot at fooling Penn & Teller. Check your local listings for times and station.
Around the world and online, S.A.M. Assemblies are gathering every month to learn, share, and grow together. This could be your magic family.
Find your local assembly today, magicSAM.com
Find your local assembly today, magicSAM.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Around the world and online, S.A.M. Assemblies are gathering every month to learn, share, and grow together. This could be your magic family.
Find your local assembly today, magicSAM.com
Find your local assembly today, magicSAM.com
Now You See Me won the weekend box office. The New York Times takes a look at why the series has endured.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/m...
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/m...
‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ Has Tricks Up Its Sleeve
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November 17, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Now You See Me won the weekend box office. The New York Times takes a look at why the series has endured.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/m...
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/16/m...
Why did you join The Society of American Magicians? We would love to share your story.
November 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Why did you join The Society of American Magicians? We would love to share your story.
🎩Belong to Something Magical!🎩
Magic is powerful, but sharing magic with others can be life changing.
Joining The Society of American Magicians is where your passion for magic becomes life long friendships, mentorships, and a life time of memory and experiences!
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Magic is powerful, but sharing magic with others can be life changing.
Joining The Society of American Magicians is where your passion for magic becomes life long friendships, mentorships, and a life time of memory and experiences!
magicSAM.com
November 15, 2025 at 6:13 PM
🎩Belong to Something Magical!🎩
Magic is powerful, but sharing magic with others can be life changing.
Joining The Society of American Magicians is where your passion for magic becomes life long friendships, mentorships, and a life time of memory and experiences!
magicSAM.com
Magic is powerful, but sharing magic with others can be life changing.
Joining The Society of American Magicians is where your passion for magic becomes life long friendships, mentorships, and a life time of memory and experiences!
magicSAM.com
2025 Houdini Seance October 31 Noon Eastern. S.A.M. Members check your email for Zoom link.
October 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
2025 Houdini Seance October 31 Noon Eastern. S.A.M. Members check your email for Zoom link.
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Well, I guess the rabbit's out of the hat. Honored to be on the cover of M-U-M magazine, the official publication of @sammagicians.bsky.social!
I've looked up to innumerable faces that have been on this cover; finding myself among them now is quite strange.
I've looked up to innumerable faces that have been on this cover; finding myself among them now is quite strange.
October 27, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Well, I guess the rabbit's out of the hat. Honored to be on the cover of M-U-M magazine, the official publication of @sammagicians.bsky.social!
I've looked up to innumerable faces that have been on this cover; finding myself among them now is quite strange.
I've looked up to innumerable faces that have been on this cover; finding myself among them now is quite strange.
This week on The Magic Word, Scott Wells sits down with National 1st Vice President of The Society of American Magicians Marc DeSouza to talk about the new House of Magic.
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www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsma...
938: Marc DeSouza - Man of the House of Magic — The Magic Word
Marc DeSouza is a name that should be familiar to most listeners of The Magic Word Podcast. Marc has provided “color” at the past few FISM conferences as well as a few other subsequent magic conventio...
www.themagicwordpodcast.com
October 16, 2025 at 5:20 PM
This week on The Magic Word, Scott Wells sits down with National 1st Vice President of The Society of American Magicians Marc DeSouza to talk about the new House of Magic.
www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsma...
www.themagicwordpodcast.com/scottwellsma...
After stepping away from the spotlight for a bit, Steven Frayne, the magician formally know as Dynamo, is back with a limited run of live shows.
World-famous magician Steven Frayne bringing new special show to Bradford
WORLD-FAMOUS magician Steven Frayne will return to his home city of Bradford this December for an exclusive UK City of Culture residency.
uk.news.yahoo.com
October 7, 2025 at 4:39 PM
After stepping away from the spotlight for a bit, Steven Frayne, the magician formally know as Dynamo, is back with a limited run of live shows.