It’s Two Weeks Away: Motor City Close-Up Convention No. 9Inside MagicMagic News Updated Daily for the Professional Magician

studentsatmotorcityconv_1 The 9th Annual Motor City Close-Up Convention takes place two weeks from now.

Those of you who regularly attend the convention know what a great time it is and this year's line-up is awesome!

For the past eight years, the Motor City Close-Up Convention has
featured an outstanding line-up of magicians recognized and respected
for their performing style, creativity, and skill.

This year the tradition will continue with four exceptional performers, Gazzo, Paul Green, Lonnie Chevrie, and Nathan Kranzo.

Be sure to join in on the fun and attend what is turning out to be
the premiere close-up convention in the Midwest. All events take
place at the Ramada Inn of Taylor, Michigan, located four miles east of
the Detroit Metropolitan Airport at I-75 and Eureka Road.

Phone (734) 283-2200 for room reservations and other hotel
information. Register right now. You can find more convention
information by going to the convention web site.

There will be four lectures, two optional workshops and three
close-up shows. Both, Gazzo and Paul will be conducting workshops. The
workshops will fill up quickly. Sign up for the workshop of your choice
as soon as possible.

GAZZO
is one of the world's most entertaining and experienced street workers.
He has performed on stages all over the world including festivals,
nightclubs, and world famous cruise ships — including the QE2.

From cruise ships to Las Vegas showrooms, Gazzo has wowed them all.
His brand of comedy is perfect for almost any situation, and his skills
as a performer of the impossible are beyond even the wildest of
imaginations. Gazzo is a favorite at the Magic Castle in Hollywood.

His rare appearances at magic conventions are always a hit.

This will be a chance for you to experience a performance from a
magician and entertainer who is rightly regarded as one of the best
there is. "When you see Gazzo perform, you're getting 200%. He's
100%magician and 100% comedian.

The two aspects of his character simultaneously feed and devour each
other to produce a riotously entertaining street act that would burst
Merlin of Camelot's eyeballs and the spleen of insult comedian Don
Rickles." — Ed Parrish, Magic Magazine

PAUL GREEN
is a working close-up magician. From private parties for the Hollywood
elite; Beverly Hills restaurants; to Trade Shows for Fortune 500
companies, he has done it all! For over 30 years, Paul has been a
regular performer at the Magic Castle. He has appeared at conventions
from Las Vegas to Australia. He specializes in making magic memorable
for audiences in the real world. Does Paul have the experience? You bet
he does!

Paul Green was awarded the Lecturer of the Year Award from the Academy of Magical Arts at the Magic Castle in 2002.

His DVD on the Classic Force is "the" essential learning tool for
gaining the skill for this devastating sleight-of-hand tool. His DVD,
In the Trenches, has been touted around the world as being filled with
some of the strongest magic available. Paul is one of magic's great
teachers, and you will be adding his material to your own personal
repertoire.

Above all, Paul Green is a friendly and approachable guy. He loves
talking about magic with everyone. This is your chance to meet him and
learn from him.

LONNIE CHEVRIE
can draw a standing ovation from a crowded room with the snap of his
fingers. With a seemingly simple flick of the wrist, he can astonish an
adult or delight a child.

Sound like magic? It is.

A two-time winner of the Texas Association of Magicians Best
Close-up Magic award, Lonnie Chevrie is West Texas foremost magician
and sleight-of-hand artist. Today, Lonnie's talents seem to extend
beyond the conventional boundaries of magic.

His digital dexterity allows him to defy the laws of physics,
whether he's working with coins, a deck of cards, or creating a
sleight-of-hand illusion with ordinary everyday objects. Because of his
magical skill and charismatic personality, neither of which is an
illusion, the award-winning magician enjoys a strong following.

His popularity keeps him busy performing regularly. Watching Lonnie
perform his special brand of close-up magic can be mind-boggling. Now
it's your turn to witness the sleight-of-hand magic of this soft-spoken
gentleman with the engaging smile. Experience the skill and magical
talents of LONNIE CHEVRIE. You will be amazed!

NATHAN KRANZO
is a full time magician from Flushing, Michigan. His main focus is
close up magic. Nathan studied Industrial Design, Special Effects, and
Movie Making at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

Besides performing for real people, Nathan is also highly sought
after by magicians as a lecturer. He has performed and lectured all
over the United States and Europe. His original performance material
has been published in national and worldwide publications, such as
Genii Magazine, Magic Magazine, The Penumbra, Channel One, Half Baked,
and The Linking Ring.

Nate is part of The Next Generation of Magic. He thinks "outside the
box." This is exemplified by his amazing work with everything from
cards and coins to breath mints and tan lines. Let Nathan teach you how
to think "outside the box" and have fun doing it.

Some of the dealers signed up already include: Hank Moorehouse, Mint
Magic, Gordon Miller, The Magic Shop, Uncanny Kevin, John Born, and
more to be announced later.

Check out the Motor City Close-Up Convention Site Here!