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Magic

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 269 Collections and/or Records:

Fiesta of Magic Ken Brooke testimonial Souvenir Programme, Saturday 23 February 1980

 Item
Reference code: 178K27.136
Scope and Contents

Blackpool. Fiesta of Magic Ken Brooke testimonial. Blackpool Magicians’ Club. Contains photographs, 8p.p.

Dates: Saturday 23 February 1980
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Programmes for Circus, Magic and Variety Shows

Films, c1930 - 1990

 Series
Reference code: 178D5
Scope and Contents

Amateur and commercial films on multiple formats, focusing mainly on Circus but also including transport, fairs, fairground rides and other types of travelling entertainments.

Dates: c1930 - 1990
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Noel Drewe Collection

Finsbury Park Empire Programme, Week commencing Monday 31 May 1937

 Item
Reference code: 178K27.119
Scope and Contents

Dante The World’s Master of Mystery Magic. Red and blue print, 4p.p.

Dates: Week commencing Monday 31 May 1937
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Programmes for Circus, Magic and Variety Shows

Fred Holmes Collection

 Fonds
Reference code: NFA0065
Scope and Contents

A collection of material including posters, programmes, handbills, newspaper cuttings and photographs relating to the shows of Jasper Redfern mainly in the Sheffield and surrounding areas. The collection was created by Fred Holmes who was a manager for Jasper Redfern of Sheffield, a pioneer of early film and exhibition. Jasper Redfern was the first man to show films in Sheffield. Also included in the collection is correspondence between Fred Holmes and Jasper Redfern.

Dates: c1895 - 1925
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive

Gamagic Gamages Brouchure, c1930 - 1939

 Item
Reference code: 178Z28.21
Scope and Contents

Holborn London. Includes order form and contains illustration, 28p.p.

Dates: c1930 - 1939
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Various Items Related to Variety

Gandey's Circus Poster, c1970 - 1979

 Item
Reference code: 178R11.29
Scope and Contents

Poster left blank for over-printing location and date. Featuring Chi-Lahn-illusionist, Apache Braves-Red Indian Fire Eating Rituals, Brett Mentona-Knife Throwing, Reyall’s Dogs, Alec Halls and his cavalcade of junk, Commanche Spotted Stallion, Tommy the TV Pony, Dr Sparks-the First ever Tour of the UK. The Electric Man, 3 show in one. Circus, Variety, Wild West.

Dates: c1970 - 1979
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Charles Taylor Collection / Posters / Circus Posters Printed by Taylor's of Wombwell

Grand Opera House Handbill, 21 November 1910

 Item
Reference code: 178T34.1
Scope and Contents Harrogate, Max Mantesole and Angus McLeod present, Rabottini, the world famous conduct and his Italian court band, Ben Jackson, trick soloist and banjo humorist, Minnie D’Aubyn, the local pantomime favourite in chorus songs, Tom Bryce assited by Miss Maynard, musical comedy, The Fosyths (Frank and Millie), musical comedy 'The Doll and the College boy', Tom Garland, mimic and voice Thower, ventriloquist and singer, Bert Anderson, conjuror, Rozel, Speciality artiste. Black type on orange...
Dates: 21 November 1910
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Ben Jackson Collection / Handbills

Grand Theatre Poster, 30 May 1932

 Item
Reference code: 178R38.6
Scope and Contents

Luton. Rupert Ingalese presents, Dr. Raymond and Company hypnotist, magician and mind reader, The Handby Celeine Troupe of tricks and fancy skaters in thrills on wheels, Eastern Miracles, Musical Astleys, G.S. Young comedian, Peacock & Rees singers. Red and blue type on cream background with red border.

Dates: 30 May 1932
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Handby Celeine Collection / Posters

Guide to Examinations, December 1959

 Item
Reference code: 178Z28.70
Scope and Contents

The Magic Circle Guide to Examinations, 12p.p.

Dates: December 1959
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Various Items Related to Variety

Guild Hall Poster, 12 - 13 May 1902

 Item
Reference code: 178R53.17
Scope and Contents Carnavon. Transalantic Animated Photo Co., animated pictures of Life in Carnarvon during the visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales, Life of the Handy Man & Tommy Atkins Our Navy & Army, English Cup Final played at the Crystal Palace, 1000 humorous, Magical, Trick and Sporting Pictures, vaudeville entertainment by Miss Florence Lorrell, optical effects by the Stereopticians, mucisl recitals by Mr Herbert Barnard, pictorial demonstrator and lecturer Mr Rickaby Scott. Red, green...
Dates: 12 - 13 May 1902
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Bill Barnes Collection / Posters

Hallam Conservative and Liberal Association Annual Fete Handbill, Saturday 9 July 1955

 Item — Box Hamilton Kaye Box 1: Series 178R29; Series 178T9; Series 178K28; Series 178I14; Series 178Z30
Reference code: 178T9.4
Scope and Contents

Handbill for Hallam Conservative and Liberal Association Annual Fete. Text reads, " Madame Rane, Clairvoyant, Hamilton Kaye, Magician, Rides and Shows." Printed by Coates & Wilkinson Limited, Green Lane, Sheffield. Blue print.

Dates: Saturday 9 July 1955
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Hamilton Kaye Collection / Handbills

Hallam Conservative and Liberal Association Annual Fete Handbill, Saturday 9 July 1955

 Item — Box Hamilton Kaye Box 1: Series 178R29; Series 178T9; Series 178K28; Series 178I14; Series 178Z30
Reference code: 178T9.5
Scope and Contents

Handbill for Hallam Conservative and Liberal Association Annual Fete. Madame Rane, Clairvoyant, Hamilton Kaye, Magician, Rides and Shows. Printed by Coates & Wilkinson Limited, Green Lane, Sheffield. Blue print.

Dates: Saturday 9 July 1955
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Hamilton Kaye Collection / Handbills

Hallam Conservative and Liberal Association Annual Fete Handbill, Saturday 7 July 1951

 Item — Box Hamilton Kaye Box 1: Series 178R29; Series 178T9; Series 178K28; Series 178I14; Series 178Z30
Reference code: 178T9.6
Scope and Contents

Handbill for Hallam Conservative and Liberal Association Annual Fete. Madame Rane, Clairvoyant, Hamilton Kaye, Magician, Rides and Shows. Printed by Coates & Wilkinson Limited, Green Lane, Sheffield. Blue and red print.

Dates: Saturday 7 July 1951
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Hamilton Kaye Collection / Handbills

Hamilton Kaye and Susie Press Release, 1965

 Item — Box Hamilton Kaye Box 1: Series 178R29; Series 178T9; Series 178K28; Series 178I14; Series 178Z30
Reference code: 178Z30.4
Scope and Contents

Press release for the appearance of Hamilton Kaye and Susie at Llandudno, 1965.

Dates: 1965
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Hamilton Kaye Collection / Various Material

Hamilton Kaye, Britain's Ace Deceptionist Promotional Leaflet, c1950 - 1959

 Item — Box Hamilton Kaye Box 1: Series 178R29; Series 178T9; Series 178K28; Series 178I14; Series 178Z30
Reference code: 178I14.13
Scope and Contents

Promotional leaflet for magician Hamilton Kaye, "Britain's Ace Deceptionist;" 1950s, photographs, 4pp.

Dates: c1950 - 1959
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Hamilton Kaye Collection / Trade and Advertising Material

Hamilton Kaye Collection

 Fonds
Reference code: NFA0075
Scope and Contents

Programmes, handbills, photographs and a digital copy of Hamilton Kaye's notebook which contained jokes and stories that he kept for using in his act.

Dates: c1940 - 2000
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive

Hamilton Kaye Stationery Header, c1950 - 1959

 Item — Box Hamilton Kaye Box 1: Series 178R29; Series 178T9; Series 178K28; Series 178I14; Series 178Z30
Reference code: 178Z30.1
Scope and Contents

Stationery header for Hamilton Kaye, Sheffield magician, compere and entertainer; black and red print.

Dates: c1950 - 1959
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Hamilton Kaye Collection / Various Material

Handbills, c1910 - 1923

 Series
Reference code: 178T34
Scope and Contents

Music Hall and Variety theatre handbills featuring Ben Jackson among many other acts.

Dates: c1910 - 1923
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Ben Jackson Collection

Handbills, c1900 - 1999

 Series
Reference code: 178T27
Scope and Contents

Hanbills for variety, magic and illusion shows mainly in locations in Blackpool in cluding the North Pier, the Hippodrome and various theatres.

Dates: c1900 - 1999
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection

Handbills, 1947 - 1955

 Series
Reference code: 178T9
Scope and Contents

Handbills for various performances featuring Hamilton Kaye amongst others.

Dates: 1947 - 1955
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Hamilton Kaye Collection

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