Philadelphia Society of American Magicians
James C. Wobensmith Assembly # 4




In Memory of Professor Rem
(Jerry Remenicky) Click Here

 

Welcome to the Philadelphia S.A.M. #4

Meets 3rd Thursday of the Month at 6:30 PM at Bustleton Memorial American Legion Post 810, Phila, PA from September to June

Mission Statement:

To promote and maintain harmonious fellowship among those interested in magic as an art, to maintain and improve the ethics of the magical profession, and to foster, promote and improve the advancement of magical arts in the field of amusement and entertainment.

Below is the Schedule for the 2011- 2012 Season


 

September 15th, 2011

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Lecture: Steve Marshall
Members: $5.00 - Non-Members: $15.00

Steve Marshall's Website

Steve Marshal Lecture Steve's lecture consists of material from my award winning "Asian Astonishments" column that ran for 3 years in the M-U-M magazine and some of my own material.

It contains something for everyone for close-up, parlor, and stage venues.

Steve has attended many lectures over the years and the goal of my lecture is that everyone leaves with some great tricks that they can perform!

The material in the "Asian Astonishments" portion of the lecture comes from some of the most creative minds in the Asian magic scene today. Steve has added some additional tips and ideas to the effects after actually performing them many times in my own professional shows. Steve also offer advice on performing in other countries and what he has learned from living abroad for many years.

Steve also brings an interesting assortment of magic items and props from Japan to sell after my lecture.

Yearly dues of $30.00 are collected this Month

    Signup for October's Mini-Halloween Convention
    Performers Needed

  • Teach a Trick
  • Round Robin
  • Dealer Demos
  • Stage Performers: Halloween Magic
 

October 20th, 2011

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Mini-Halloween Convention
Non-Members: $5.00

Mini-Convention And Halloween Show
  • 2 Teach a Tricks
  • 3 Round Robins
  • Numerous Dealer Demos
  • 3 Stage Performers: Halloween Magic

Signup for November's Stage Contest
Performers: Minimum: 4 - Maximum: 9
Time Limit: 8 Minutes

 

November 17th, 2011

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Stage Contest
Non-Members: $5.00

Stage Contest

Performers: Minimum: 4 - Maximum: 9
Time Limit: 8 Minutes

Signup for December's Holiday Show
Signup for December's Holiday Party Buffet Table

Members supply food otherwise there is a $5.00 Fee

 

December 15th, 2011

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Holiday Party and Show

SAM 4 Annual Holiday Party

Please Bring something for all to share otherwise there will be a $5.00 Fee

Enjoy a Holiday Performance by the Members

 

January 19th, 2012

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Cocktail Strolling Magic
Non-Members: $5.00

Strolling Stand-Up Magic

Party Type Strolling Magic

  • Stand Up Magic
  • Walk-Around Magic
  • Out of the Pocket
  • Magic in the Hand
 

February 16th, 2012

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Auction Night
Non-Members: $5.00

SAM 4 Auction
Auction Information
Cash Only. No checks, No credit! 15% of sellers fee goes to SAM #4. Please bring items in beginning at 6:30 PM thanks!
All items sold must be in working condition, no items that need repair!
For the auction you may bundle/bag items to count as 1 item. This is important to achieve the $5.00 starting bid required.(Sould be worth at least $10.00)
What kinds of things should I bring to sale?
Valued items over Ten Dollars ($10) bidding starts at $5.00 such as Magic tricks and props. Also, books, original videos, dvd's, collectibles, anything relating to Magic, and Entertaining family audiences. (Inappropriate items, i.e., risque or dangerous props.) Magazines rarely sell for their value if they sell! All items sold must be in working condition, no items that need repair. Buyers, please be aware of what you are bidding on, Caveat Emptor, all sales are final.
How many items can I sell? Up to six (6) at the Auction.
Make Three Forms: One For the Auctioneer, One for the Cashier, and One for you. List six items with their original value, and a description of the items. Yes Put your Name on That Paper

Signup for March's Close-Up Contest
Performers: Minimum: 4 - Maximum: 9
Time Limit: 8 Minutes

 

March 15th, 2012

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Magic History
Non-Members: $5.00/$15.00 if Lecture

Magic History Month

A History Month (A collection of old magic will be shown!)

Signup for April's Close-up Contest
Performers: Minimum: 4 - Maximum: 9
Time Limit: 8 Minutes

 

April 19th, 2012

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Close-Up Contest
Non-Members: $5.00

Close-Up Contest

Close-Up Contest is working with coins, cards, and small props on a table with persons sitting at that table.

Close-Up is very similar to the "Round Robin Performers."

Close-Up Magic is NOT Stage or Strolling Magic.

Signup for May's Children Contest
Performers: Minimum: 4 - Maximum: 9
Time Limit: 8 Minutes

 

May 17th, 2012

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Children's Contest
Non-Members: $5.00

Magic that Focuses on Entertaining the Kids

  • Birthday Party Magic
  • Daycare Magic
  • School Assembly Magic
  • Educational Magic
  • Ballooning & Clowning
 

June 21th, 2012

3rd Thursday at 6:30 PM

Annual Banquet and Stage Show
Tickets: $35.00

Eddington Room
1444 Brown Ave.
Bensalem, Pa.19020
Bucks County(215-244-105)

    This is a Fun Evening for all
    Always a sell-out!

  • Cocktails
  • Awards Ceremony
  • Installation of Officers
  • Fantastic Evening Show