John Calvert - Blindfold DriveJohn Calvert - Blindfold Drive
"A feat not done in years, John Calvert will attempt the famous blindfold drive he has mastered in the past. Requiring skill, dexterity and a unique sixth sense he will drive a brand new convertible from the Convention Hotel through Fort Smith back to the Convention Hotel parking lot without acquiring a dent, scrape or mishap."
Opie Houston - Close Up Workshop
Opie is an ex-Air Force Officer and can put you in a brace before the frost turns warm on a bugle. His compelling style and handling if minor miracles will make all worth while. If you are not interested in getting free drinks, amazing your peers, in meeting women, in complimentary lodging, in meals on the cuff then do not attend Professor Opie Houston's Close-Up 'MAGIC WORKSHOP'. What you miss will be someone else's gain..
Dr. S. Brent Morris - The Faro Shuffle
Dr. S. Brent Morris presents for the first time "MAGIC TRICKS, CARD SHUFFLING, AND DYNAMIC COMPUTER MEMORIES." We like to refer to it as 'All you ever wanted to know about FARO shuffling & more'. Presented at Colleges and Universities and now to be presented for secular magicians in a hitherto unforeseen event at magic circles. There is no doubt you will be the first in your neighborhood for such an opportunity.
Harry Garrison - Linking Smoke Ring King
Harry Garrison is the undisputed ' Linking Smoke Ring King.' He has appeared on the Tonight Show as well as many other venues. When it comes to cigars George Burns has nothing on him. In fact I would think that the magic Harry weaves with his incredible smoke sculptures leaves little to be desired. But he must be seen to be believed. When this man lights up all the World listens.
Tom Crecelius - Medieval Magick
Tom Crecelius brings a class of magic and mystery slightly different than normal. If you want to see Medieval or Renaissance rendition of the ancient art of magick he is the one that will transport you there. Tom besides performing and lecturing is a Dealer in the paraphernalia and will be dealing at the Convention. Thus you can get your questions of interest handled first hand and get the real skinny from one who knows... Besides belonging to several Magical and Fraternal organizations, Tom holds two Bachelors and a Masters from Indiana University. He is a working Renaissance Wizard and in his lecture will give you all you need to be touched by the Wand and become one too...Besides belonging to several Magical and Fraternal organizations, Tom holds two Bachelors and a Masters from Indiana University. He is a working Renaissance Wizard and in his lecture will give you all you need to be touched by the Wand and become one too...
Ari Hoeksema - Ventriloquism
Ari is our Vice President for Canada where he has been active in many of the Organizations including Past Potentate. He also holds membership in the Ventriloquism groups. He has had a great deal of experience in the field and will present a Lecture on the subject. If you feel that you need a dummy to front for your act then this will be for you. Learn what you are doing right or heaven forbid 'wrong'.
Richard Hughes - Feather Flowers
Richard Hughes is a manufacturer, Dealer, Performer and lecturer using the products he turns out. Which he does best may end up in a draw but you can judge for yourself as he will be doing the majority at the KonKlave. Hughes Magic for years has turned out some of the finest feather flower items available in the market place. They offer some of the most colorful magic props that you could put into your act. They are known worldwide and you will be able to find out why when you see them in Fort Smith in August.
Professor J.K. - Mesmerism
Professor J.K.: It has taken an undone amount of effort to obtain the services of Professor J.K.. Whatever he does will surely mesmorize you beyond your wildest. He holds a PhD in 'Thaumaturgical Arts and Sciences. Also a PfD from the 'Magical Kollege of Mystical Knowledge'. His experience extends to the invention, authorship and performance of any number of tomes and related works. Original and in some instances one of a kind revelations will spice up your attendance. "THE TRUTH AS WE SEE IT?"
J. Alexander - Gospel Magic
Jack Alexander has been doing magic longer than some of us have been breathing. But you will find him a breath of sunshine,, wrapped in a First Sergeant's personae. As a Dealer now for some 30 years or better he supplies the things you just might need to shape up your act. As a lecturer he will bring what is new and what is useful. He seems to fit new material in each year so be the 'beneficiary of the best' from a previous Insurance salesman now turned magical provocateur. "For the better of the Regiment"
Fred Baisch - Clown Magic
Fred Baisch is one of the really professionals in the clown and comedy business. He has been at it for years. both in the performing and teaching aspects. He does his bit for Clown Camps and the major Clown organizations over the country. Fred with his partner Jim Berg own and operate one of the biggest magic operations in upper USA in St Paul, Minnesota called Twin Cities Magic.