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Elliot Marx New user Australia 83 Posts |
Hello friends,
I'm new to the forum but not new to the Art... Wondering whether there's a 'brotherhood' of Mentalists in Australia. I'm originally from London but now living in Sydney... Would be keen to connect with any likeminded folk on this side of the Pacific! Thanks, Elliot |
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Mind illusionist Special user Australia 949 Posts |
Hey Elliot,
Im living in Western Australia. There is only 1 magic club I know of and I rarely go, as I think there is only 1 other mentalist there and hes a full time professional. Most laymen in my city and where I live have hardly ever seen live magic, and about 99% don't even know what mentalism is. I think its just because here in Perth there arent many performers of our art to begin with. Hopefully you'll find more fellow mentalists in Sydney and the east side of Aus. All the best man, and keep on sharing the magic of our art. M.I. |
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Brandon Queen Special user Los Angeles, California 527 Posts |
Where in Australia are you? I was in Sydney all of 2011 and was the only mentalist at in the local club. But there are 3 in sydney, none in my opinion are real mentalists.. more like mental magicians. If you're in Melbourne, hook up with Paul Shirley. He's a great guy. For the magic group in Sydney everyone meets at Star-Bar every thursday night.
It occured to me at once that love could be a great illusion, that makes fools of brilliant thinkers everyday
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cpbartak Special user Mooresville, NC 941 Posts |
I seem to think that the guy that wrote MindStorms is an Australian mentalist, but I may be wrong.
Some people hear voices.. Some see invisible people.. Others have no imagination whatsoever.
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eSamuels Inner circle 3085 Posts |
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On 2012-05-03 11:23, cpbartak wrote: Correct - Sean Taylor. Sydney area, if I'm not mistaken. |
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Danny Archer V.I.P. Philly 607 Posts |
You are right Eric... Sean is from Sydney...
I know of several excellent mentalists in Sydney alone... several attend MINDvention and they are all knowledgeable performers and a helluva lotta fun... Elliot; find Sean on the web and he can put you in touch with the boys and give them all my best... |
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Anthony Jacquin Inner circle UK 2220 Posts |
Phoenix Montgomery is in Sydney. When he is not on a cruise that is.
Anthony
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Paul Shirley Inner circle Melbourne, Australia 1206 Posts |
Thank you Brandon. Yes, I am from Melbourne. And, yes... I am a great guy.
I get to Sydney quite often... or if you are ever in town, I would love to catch up. Shoot us P.M with contact deets mate. |
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Ola Loyal user Australia / Sweden 245 Posts |
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On 2012-05-03 03:29, Mind illusionist wrote: Me?
You laugh because I'm different. I laugh because you are all the same...
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Elliot Marx New user Australia 83 Posts |
Guys, thanks very much for making contact with your replies.
Eric/Danny thanks for the heads up on Sean, I have heard of him and will make contact. Paul I'll shoot you a PM shortly... Look forward to keep in touch fellas. Thanks, Elliot |
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Mind illusionist Special user Australia 949 Posts |
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On 2012-05-05 21:36, Ola wrote: possibly lol. I don't believe we have met, as Ive only been to a few of the club meetings. But I heard from a few of my friends there about ya. Hit me with a PM if you got time to chat man. M.I. |
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C.J. Inner circle There's a lotta rambling in my 2366 Posts |
I had trouble with this same question a couple of years ago, when I realised that this was an art that required a mentoring approach. I'm in Brisbane, and only know of one other person up here who is involved in Mentalism, and he is not a full-time performer. I suppose the advantage is that once I get on my feet, I've got the market cornered!
Another Sydney name not yet mentioned is Timothy Hyde. He travels a bit, but you'll see him about here at the Café. His website is http://www.timothyhyde.com At the end of the day, though, I have found it more valuable to seek my "brotherhood" online. It's got a big downside to it (not being able to present to others for feedback), but if you can find the right places you can connect with big (perhaps some of the biggest) names from around the world.
Connor Jacobs - The Thought Sculptor
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quicknotist Special user 888 Posts |
I'm usually based in Christchurch, New Zealand (touring my hypnosis training in the UK at the moment.) Only a hop, step and jump from Australia where I manage to visit a couple of times a year.
I'm planning some visits later this year for training alongside Rick Collingwood, amongst other things. |
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MrHyde Special user 810 Posts |
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On 2012-05-07 04:54, C.J. wrote: Just a bit. : ) Actually, I don't work in Sydney very much at all. In the last few years I've worked more in Queensland, WA and Melbourne than in my home state. In the last 18 months I've done as many engagements overseas than I have in Sydney. Add to those corporate assignments , 6 or so cruise ship contracts a year... So , yeah, I travel a bit. Timothy. (presently performing in Hong Kong) |
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Elliot Marx New user Australia 83 Posts |
Hi CJ - thanks for the reply mate - yep sounds like I'm in a similar boat...
I'm certainly a lot more connected now, just with the replies to this thread! Quicknotist, thanks for the intro. I've got a keen interest in hypnosis/suggestion, we should keep in touch for sure. I'd be keen to meet if/when you're next in Sydney. Timothy, thank you for your reply. Sounds like you're busier than a battery salesman at a sex toy party... E |
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Snidini Special user 776 Posts |
Elliot, you might look for Charles Gauci over there. He is one of Australias leading mentalists and I believe at one time president of the Australian Society of Magicians.
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Elliot Marx New user Australia 83 Posts |
Hi Snidini, thanks for the heads up and getting in touch
Elliot |
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AusMentalist New user 3 Posts |
Hi Elliot,
As Anthony Jacquin mentioned, I am in Sydney. Drop me a line & we can chat & I can introduce you to some of the mentalists here, including one or two you have already chatted to on here: http://www.mentalistphoenix.com.au Brandon: You didn't actually meet us? lol Sometimes the mental magic plays better on the performing platform of which we are on, such as TV, even though underneath, there are purists, Jordan knows this to be the case with me. As does Anthony. |
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Brandon Queen Special user Los Angeles, California 527 Posts |
Unfortunately Phoenix you and I did not get the opportunity to meet. Perhaps next time!
A Clown performing magic, is different than a Magician performing magic, just as a Magician performing Mentalism is different than a Mentalist performing Mentalism. The context should amalgamate with the premise.
It occured to me at once that love could be a great illusion, that makes fools of brilliant thinkers everyday
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A Birthday Magician Regular user 191 Posts |
I live in Brisbane, full time magician...have a mentalism stage show...happy to chat
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