What are you looking for in a Magic Convention?

If the answer is a very high quality event, professionally produced and presented at a superb and intimate venue, with world class performers, outstanding shows & workshops, unrivalled access to all the star performers and presenters, and with numbers limited to ensure you're guaranteed a good seat for every show and session...
THE INNOVENTION is for you!

THE INNOVENTION
Suncoast Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas
October 4-8, 2010

SCHEDULE

Monday October 4th:

8pm - 11pm - Madrid Room -'Welcome Reception' and 'Comedy on Rye'featuring MAC KING, THE AMAZING JONATHON, JOHNNY THOMPSON, Hosted by ALAN BURSKY.

Tuesday October 5th:

10.15am - Showroom - Official Opening

10.25am - 11.30am - Showroom -THE JOHNNY THOMPSON HOUR - Followed by Q&A.

12 Noon - 1pm - Showroom - Star Lecture - 'MAGIC AL'

DEALERS ROOM - Madrid Room 'A' - OPEN 1pm - 4pm

4pm - 5.30pm - Fairway Rooms 1/2/3 - CLOSE-UP SHOWfeaturing LENNART GREEN, BOB KOHLER, MARK MASON, ERIC JONES. ( Group 'A')

4.30pm - 5.30pm - Madrid Room 'B' - GRAHAM P. JOLLEY, One Man Show ( Group 'B' )

DEALERS ROOM - Madrid Room 'A' - OPEN 5.30pm - 6.30pm

8.30pm - 10pm - Showroom - 'INTERNATIONAL STARS OF MAGIC SHOW' featuringGAETAN BLOOM, KEVIN JAMES, THE GREAT TOMSONI & CO, RICHARD MCDOUGALL, MEL MELLERS, NATHALIE ENTERLINE.

11pm-12Midnight - Sunrise Room - 'LATE NITE LENNART '- Lennart Green Entertains ( Group 'A')

10pm - 2am - 'THE INNOVENTION HANGOUT ' - TGI FRIDAYS

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Wednesday October 6th:

10am - 11.15am - Showroom - Star Lecture - RICHARD MCDOUGALL

DEALERS ROOM - Madrid Room 'A' - OPEN- 11.15am - 2.15pm

12 Noon -1pm -Madrid Room 'B'- 'Special Workshop ' - 'Website Optimisation' - with BRIAN EGERTON - * Sign Up Session *

2.30pm - 3.30pm - Showroom - Star Lecture - TELLER - 'Red Ball Lecture'

4pm - 5.15pm - Fairway 1/2/3 - CLOSE-UP SHOW featuring LENNART GREEN, BOB KOHLER, MARK MASON, ERIC JONES. (Group 'B' )

4.15pm - 5.15pm - Showroom - GRAHAM P. JOLLEY - One Man Show ( Group 'A' )

DEALERS ROOM - Madrid Room 'A' - OPEN 5.15pm - 6.30pm

5.45pm - 6.45pm - Madrid Room 'B' - 'Special Hands-On Workshop' - 'THE NEMO JUMBO RISING CARDS' with PAUL STONE AND GENE ANDERSON - * Sign Up Session *

8.30pm - 10.00pm - Showroom - Star Lecture - JOANIE SPINA - 'Music & Magic'

11pm-12 Midnight - Sunrise Room - 'LATE NITE LENNART '- Lennart Green Entertains (Group 'B' )

10pm - 2am - 'THE INNOVENTION HANGOUT ' - TGI FRIDAY'S

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Thursday October 7th:

10am-11am - Showroom - Star Lecture - SETH KRAMER followed by Q&A

11.30am - 12.30pm - Showroom - Star Lecture - SHEP HYKEN

DEALERS ROOM - Madrid Room 'A' - OPEN 12.30pm - 2.30pm

2.30pm - 3.30pm - Showroom - Special Session with CRISS ANGEL, Hosted by DIANA ZIMMERMAN

4.15pm - 5.15pm - Showroom - Star Lecture - GAETAN BLOOM

DEALERS ROOM - Madrid Room 'A' - OPEN 5.30pm - 6.30pm

8.45pm - 11.45pm - Showroom - 'A Magic &Variety CabaretNightand Farewell Party'benefiting 'MagiCaresTM The Magic Charity' -VIP Guests & Performers including JEFF HOBSON, SONNY FONTANA, MARK RAFFLES, ARRON SPARKS and many other surprises!12 Midnight - 2am - 'THE INNOVENTION HANGOUT ' - TGI FRIDAY'S.* Program subject to change

So what makes THE INNOVENTION so different?

HOW MANY OTHER MAGIC CONVENTIONS
WILL GUARANTEE YOU ALL THIS?

• World Class performers professionally produced
• Sensational Close-up magicians presented the way Close-up should be presented
  
• Unrivalled access and opportunity to meet and talk to all the performers and presenters
• Relevant and entertaining Workshops where you can learn from several of the most successful magicians around
• An exceptional venue with excellent facilities, a superb showroom, and spacious, comfortable & inexpensive sleeping accomodation
• A good seat at every Stage Show, Cabaret, Close-up Show and Workshop
• Top class lighting, sound and technical support

ALL the Events, Shows, and Workshops at THE INNOVENTION are included in the Registration price. There are NO HIDDEN EXTRA COSTS!

From the Welcome Party on the first night through to the Farewell Party on the last night, all the events are included!

We care about giving you value for money, so we are limiting the numbers to just 375 people to ensure that everyone attending will be treated like a VIP!

At THE INNOVENTION we are 'Celebrating Excellence', and that is why we GUARANTEE you the very best Shows, Workshops, Facilities and Technical Support.

PAUL STONE

The Executive Producer, has produced hundreds of major Corporate and Charity Shows and Events over the past 30 years in both UK & USA, including the memorable 'Tribute to Siegfried & Roy at the London Palladium', and Paul produced what were universally acknowledged to be three of the best IBM British Ring Conventions in history between 2006-2008. Paul has also successfully produced over a dozen shows at the Suncoast Hotel & Casino during the last two years including 'World Stars of Magic', so he knows first hand just how good the facilities are there.

TELLER

We are proud to announce that TELLER will present his brilliant and rarely seen Lecture 'THE RED BALL' at THE INNOVENTION. Yet another exciting reason not to miss this unique event!

 

 

 

CRISS ANGEL

Criss is the Star of TV's incredibly successful 'MINDFREAK' and also the Headline Star of 'BELIEVE' with Cirque du Soleil at the Luxor Hotel & Casino on the world famous Las Vegas 'Strip'. You'll be able to hear at first hand how Criss has realised his dream!

 

 

JEFF HOBSON

'The Hilarious Host of Las Vegas', Jeff Hobson has done it all, from Headliner in Las Vegas to feature performer on Network TV including NBC in USA and BBC TV in England. Perfectly described by the Las Vegas Review Journal as 'A whirlwind of fabulousness that simply cannot be contained!' Hobson has appeared in over 10,000 shows on the Las Vegas 'Strip' and has starred in 'Spellbound' at Harrah's and 'Carnival of Wonders' at the Flamingo Hilton and was the Host & Emcee of 'V' The Ultimate Variety Show and 'The World's Greatest Magic Show' for several years. Without doubt the best place to see this sparkling master of entertainment is in his spiritual home of Las Vegas, and the Showroom at the Suncoast Hotel & Casino where Jeff has appeared many times before is made for him! You're in for a real treat!

JOANIE SPINA

Joanie Spina is a highly experienced performer, director and teacher. Lead dancer and choreographer for David Copperfield's first ten TV Specials, Joanie's expertise ranges from staging, performance and costuming to lighting, music and dialogue.

A quote about Joanie from David Hemingway, a respected British magical consultant, says it all. 'In fifty years of attending Conventions, I've never seen any lecturer who came even close to being as aspirational. What Joanie Spina gave us was worth the price of the Convention'.

JOHNNY THOMPSON / THE GREAT TOMSONI & CO 

A true Magic Legend, Johnny Thompson is undeniably one of Magic's greats. A multi-award winning performer, trade show worker, technical advisor, consultant, illusion inventor and coach, the Las Vegas Review said that 'Tomsoni is to magic what Victor Borge is to music!' Johnny has appeared on numerous TV programs including several episodes of 'Mindfreak', Penn & Teller's 'Bullshit', and The Aristocrats. Consultant to Penn & Teller, Lance Burton and Criss Angel, Johhny's experience is second to none. The Great Tomsoni & Co ( the act in which Johnny's Co-Star is his brilliant wife Pam ) is a timeless magic classic and proves that Johnny is still arguably the best 'dove worker' in the business.

JOSEPH GABRIEL

'One of the classiest magic acts you're going to see in a long time!' The words of legendary American late night TV Host Johnny Carson. Star of 'Lido de Paris' at the Stardust, 'City Lites' at the Flamingo Hilton for 10 years, 'Magic on Broadway' in New York City for 18 months and 'The World's Greatest Magic Show', Joseph is a brilliant performer and was recently voted 2009 'Best Stage Magician' at the World Magic Awards in Hollywood.

KEVIN JAMES

Kevin is like a modern day P.T. Barnum. A unique and outstanding performer Kevin has appeared on TV with his incredible illusions in over 60 different countries and probably travels the world more than any other magician. Always in huge demand, Kevin has entertained many of the world's VIP's including Prince Rainier of Monaco, the Prince of Bahrain and President Obama asked him to entertain his family and friends last October at a special Halloween Party at the White House. His unbelievable 'Sawing in Half' illusion is one of the most entertaining and brilliant pieces of magical theatre. Kevin is also a prolific magical inventor.

GAETAN BLOOM

One of the most creative and original performers in magic, Gaetan's off beat humour and clever thinking has taken him literally around the world. A regular performer at the famous 'Crazy Horse' in Paris, he is also a terrific Close-up magician and Lecturer

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RICHARD McDOUGALL 

Richard is one of the brightest magicians on the magical horizon. His Cabaret Act is totally original and combines mime with some terrific manipulation. A FISM prize winner, Richard is also a renowned lecturer and champion of 'being the best you can be' and his knowledge on presentation skills and ability to impart this is both impressive and valuable.

 

KRIS KREMO

Undoubtedly the world's best known juggler, Kris Kremo has been at the very top of his profession for over 40 years, and he is still one of the busiest working 'pro's'. Hailing from Switzerland, Kris is a 'living legend' and has appeared at every major Theatre venue and on literally hundreds of TV Shows. Just some of these landmarks include Lido in Paris, Tivoli in Copenhagen, The Stardust Hotel in Las Vegas ( for an amazing 11 years! ) Big Apple Circus in New York and Circus Knie in Switzerland. Kris was awarded the 'Silver Clown' at the International Circus Festival of Monte Carlo by Prince Rainier and he appeared by Royal Command for H.M. Queen Elizabeth at Windsor Castle. He is quite simply 'class personified'.

GRAHAM P. JOLLEY
From UK, Graham P. Jolley is 'the man you can't keep out of your mind!  A Mindreader, Psychologist, Cabaret Artiste and Corporate Speaker, Graham has been at the top of his profession for over 25 years. A master of humour and audience participation, Graham will be making his USA debut at THE INNOVENTION. Prepare to be baffled by this fast talking miracle worker!

 

 

LENNART GREEN

A World Champion Close-up magican, Lennart Green's performance is quite simply 'mind blowing'. From Gothenburg in Sweden, Lennart is a completely original entertainer whose skill is sensational!

 

SHEP HYKEN

An accomplished magician and former Trade Show worker Shep is now a best selling author and motivational speaker. His books include 'Moments of Magic', 'The Loyal Customer', and most recently 'The Cult of the Customer' which has become a Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Seller. Shep is also the recipient of the National Speakers Association Lifetime Achievement Award. Shep who links magic and humour in his business presentations is an extremely successful and highly paid Speaker and Marketeer. Shep's expertise and knowledge of this very important and increasingly available marketplace for Magicians is second to none. Shep will tell you how you can immediately use his methods to become more successful. 

SETH KRAMER 

For over 25 years Seth Kramer has been presenting his special mix of magic and marketing at more than 500 Trade Shows throughout North America and Europe. One of the America's most consistently successful Trade Show performers, Seth has written 'A Modern Trade Show Handbook' which is rightly acknowledged to be the definitive work on this lucrative branch of magic.

MICHAEL CLOSE

Renowned Close-up Magician, pianist, joke teller, and accomplished emcee, Mike Close is a multi-talented performer, writer, and magic consultant.

 

BOB KOHLER

More recently known as a successful Magic Dealer, Bob Kohler is an outstanding magician. An excellent Trade Show worker and Close-up performer, Bob is one of magic's 'best kept secrets' and a magician you don't ever want to follow in any show!

 

AL GARBER ( MAGIC AL )

One of the busiest and 'in demand' Kids Entertainers, Magic Al is the #1 Children's Entertainer on the East Coast. Working mainly in New York, Magic Al proves that there is a great living to be made in this market if you are innovative and professional. His Off Broadway Show 'It's a Magic Al World' took kids magic to a whole new level.

MEL MELLERS

Globe trotting comedian/magician Mel Mellers' unique style has been amusing and amazing audiences all over the world for many years. A mischevious sharp witted character combined with stylised observations with new and orginal plots that bounce of the stage has proven to be a winning formula for Mel. His DVDs "Tickling the Mind" series and "Modern Marvel" have been welcomed with much critical acclaim. THE INNOVENTION will be Mel's Las Vegas debut.

 

SHARE IN THE SECRETS AND INCREASE YOUR EARNINGS!

If you perform magic for money we're confident that after attending THE INNOVENTION, you'll considerably increase your earning potential. We have lined up many of the most sought after performers and presenters in Magic who are going to share with you the secrets of why they are so successful!

The venue for THE INNOVENTION is the Suncoast Hotel & Casino (www.suncoastcasino.com) in Summerlin, one of the nicest areas of Las Vegas, which is about a 20 minute drive from the Las Vegas 'Strip'. The Suncoast offers excellent facilities with attractive meeting rooms, a superb and intimate traditional Las Vegas style Showroom and four dedicated Close-up rooms. There's also a huge choice of restaurants on site to suit all budgets and tastes. The Suncoast has spacious & comfortable sleeping accomodation and we have been able to secure a knockout guaranteed room rate of just $52 ( plus Tax ) per room per night for delegates attending THE INNOVENTION.

October is a great time of year to travel, and if you are thinking of bringing a partner with you, and you want a break from the magic to enjoy the sunshine and the 75 - 80 degree temperatures, the Suncoast has a beautiful Swimming Pool & Hot Tub overlooking an impressive Golf Course. And there's also the obligatory 60 Lane Ten Pin Bowling Alley, a 15 screen Movie Theater and of course 24 hour gambling!

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