Please arrive from 19:30 for a 20:00 start.
…. Please note that all evenings/events are subject to change ….
Act Doctor
31st March
Mark Shortland (with his trusted receptionist Rachel) will be ready to probe & prod those lucky enough to get an appointment.
Yev – Card Techniques Lecture
14th April
In this lecture, Yev will share the card techniques and personal approaches he uses all the time in real performances.
You will learn:
Practical card controls and handling
One-handed techniques
Flourishes used in performance
Yev’s own methods and thinking, developed through years of work
The lecture is suitable for all playing card lovers — from passionate beginners to experienced card workers who want sharper, more practical tools.
Mini Lectures
28th April
A variety bag of mini lectures by our own members.
On a vast array of subjects.
Magical Mentors
12th May
This is a new concept for WAM. We have such a wealth of knowledge within the club, but often members are afraid to ask for help. Well this night is especially for you.
In advance, members are invited to choose a mentor. If the mentor agrees, they meet away from the usual club meetings and hone a specific skill, trick, routine.
On the night, the mentors introduce their pupil, who performs to the club.
Fish & Chip Supper
26th May
Tickets available soon:
Doors open at 7:15pm when the Close-Uppers start performing.
Food served from 7:45pm
Awards at 8:25pm
Cabaret time 8:35pm
AGM
(MEMBERS ONLY)
9th June
Lecture TBC
23rd June
Your committee is working tirelessly to arrange a fabulous lecture for you …
Stage Competition
7th July
The Stage Competition is open to the public to join us for this annual event.
When we find out …
Who will be crowned the WAM Stage Magician Of The Year 2026
Edinburgh Preview
21st July
Many magicians head to Edinburgh for the festival each year.
They need stage time to bed in their new acts and we are eager to see their ‘work in progress’ .
A great night, when you are welcome to invite your friends and family.
Forces Night
4th August
Many (if not all of us) use forces within our routines. Either for a kids trick, close-up or stage.
We ask everyone to get up and show us an effect that uses a force.
I’m sure we could be inundated with card tricks, (which we all love) however if you have something other than cards then do bring it along.
Desert Island Tricks
18th August
Young and Strange, John Lenahan, Noel Britton, Jamie Raven, Marvin Berglas, Johnathan Goodwin, Richard Jones and Fay Presto have all been on our desert Island.
I wonder who it will be tonight?
Zodiac Night
WEDNESDAY
26th August
This years annual jovial battle with our neighbours is an away match.
When eight members of our of club, go head-head with the Zodiac Magical Society.
Whose Line is it Anyway?
1st September
Improvisational fun & games.
Close Up Competition
15th September
Tonight’s the night that we find out who will be crowned the WAM Close-Up Magician of the Year for 2026.
You are very welcome to invite your family and friends.
In fact, the more Muggles the merrier!
Matthew Garrett Lecture
29th September
Matthew Garrett is a renowned close-up magician and member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star, recognized for his expertise in the linking rings.
His lecture, provide practical insights into close-up magic, featuring his award-winning “Ninja+” routines and detailed, high-level sleight-of-hand techniques.
Plus lots of other fun routines.
Prop Swop
13th October
Whether you specialise in Children’s magic, Close-Up or Stage – we ask everyone to bring a couple of tricks. One of which you can teach a fellow member.
As an example: John Duckett could be paired with Mark Chudley. John might be taught the McDonald’s Aces, followed by Mark doing Run Rabbit Run.
We will make random pairings of everyone in the room. Given a few minutes to explain the mechanics, techniques, routine and performance.
Then we show our new found skills (or not) to the whole group.
Magic Flix
27th October
Prier to the evening, members are requested to submit a favorite YouTube clip, lasting approximately 5 minutes.
On the night, each in turn will be asked to explain why they have chosen the clip before we show it to the group.
To Be Confirmed
10th November
Your committee is working tirelessly to arrange a fabulous evening for you ….