A Day With Joshua Jay

FAB: Can you give us more details about your plans for Magi-Fest, Josh?

Josh:"The Magi-Fest was the first convention I ever attended, and it's not an exaggeration to say that it shaped the course of my life. I know that's also true for many other people. I even had some people share with me that they cried when they heard the news it was over. 83 years is quite a tradition, and I didn't want to see it end."

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FAB: What routine won at WMS, Josh? Do you still perform it?

Josh:"No, I don't perform that act anymore, and we should all be thankful for that. At the end of the act, I would reveal a selected card shaved into the back of my head. It was ... awkward."

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FAB: On a related note, do you think competitions play a role in a magician's life?

Josh:"I'm not sure. I think the positive aspect of competing is to have a forum to try something new, for a performer to set a goal, or to get new feedback. Other than that, competitions for magic seem like a strange concept. For the bulk of attendees, I think the time could be better spent."

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FAB: Is there anyone today, Josh, who can still fool you?

Josh:"I get fooled all the time! And I love that. I'm not particularly difficult to fool because I've trained myself to watch magic as a layperson would. I really, really try to get swept away in every trick and show I see, and NOT focus on the method. It helps me see magic the way a layperson would, and as a result, I think it helps with my material selection."

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FAB: What are your plans, Josh, for your one-man show, Unreal?

Josh:"I may do it again in Ohio next year, in preparation for the next real run, which will be overseas. We'll see if that happens. If it does, I would love for Michigan magicians to make the trek down to see it."

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FAB: Will the focus shift more to close-up for Magi-Fest?

Josh:"Our primary focus is close-up, and the magic world at large is gravitating toward that, so there is an emphasis on close-up and parlor. That said, we have an extraordinary gala show planned, full of stage guys."

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FAB: Can you give us more details about your plans for Magi-Fest, Josh?

Josh:"The Magi-Fest was the first convention I ever attended, and it's not an exaggeration to say that it shaped the course of my life. I know that's also true for many other people. I even had some people share with me that they cried when they heard the news it was over. 83 years is quite a tradition, and I didn't want to see it end."

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FAB: What routine won at WMS, Josh? Do you still perform it?

Josh:"No, I don't perform that act anymore, and we should all be thankful for that. At the end of the act, I would reveal a selected card shaved into the back of my head. It was ... awkward."

Read More ...
FAB: On a related note, do you think competitions play a role in a magician's life?

Josh:"I'm not sure. I think the positive aspect of competing is to have a forum to try something new, for a performer to set a goal, or to get new feedback. Other than that, competitions for magic seem like a strange concept. For the bulk of attendees, I think the time could be better spent."

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FAB: Is there anyone today, Josh, who can still fool you?

Josh:"I get fooled all the time! And I love that. I'm not particularly difficult to fool because I've trained myself to watch magic as a layperson would. I really, really try to get swept away in every trick and show I see, and NOT focus on the method. It helps me see magic the way a layperson would, and as a result, I think it helps with my material selection."

Read More ...
FAB: What are your plans, Josh, for your one-man show, Unreal?

Josh:"I may do it again in Ohio next year, in preparation for the next real run, which will be overseas. We'll see if that happens. If it does, I would love for Michigan magicians to make the trek down to see it."

Read More ...
FAB: Will the focus shift more to close-up for Magi-Fest?

Josh:"Our primary focus is close-up, and the magic world at large is gravitating toward that, so there is an emphasis on close-up and parlor. That said, we have an extraordinary gala show planned, full of stage guys."

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Register Today!A Magical Day with Joshua Jay Saturday October 27, 2012

Two Great Lectures

There will be two lectures on Saturday. The first, at ten o’clock, will be presented by Tom Craven and cover a little bit of everything, including close-up, parlor and stage. The second lecture, of course, will be presented by our Man of the Hour, Joshua Jay. Josh is primarily a close-up performer, though a lot of his material is nonetheless suitable for parlor.

Close-Up Show

Immediately after lunch, Joshua Jay will perform his award winning Close-up Show. Josh performs small, astounding shows, giving everyone a chance to choose cards, have his or her mind read, laugh aloud, and be part of a totally unique form of entertainment. Josh’s magic is set within context, using everyday items and the people surrounding him.

Open Mic

Leading into the big Day with Joshua Jay on Saturday, FAB Magic will host a Night Before Party on Friday so everyone attending can get to know each other a little better. And what better way for magicians than to perform. The stage will be open, the microphone will be turned on, so bring your favorite trick or routine to share.