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Magic

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 199 Collections and/or Records:

Cyril Critchlow Collection

 Fonds
Reference code: NFA0089
Scope and Contents The Cyril Critchlow collection contains programmes, posters, handbills, books and magic journals, many of which relate to shows in Blackpool where Cyril resided and includes material on entertainment venues such as Blackpool’s North Pier, Central Pier, South Pier, Tower Circus and a small collection of programmes from other national venues. Additionally, it contains circus photographs and postcards mainly of the Ohmy Circus and Sanger Circus including individual circus troupes and performers...
Dates: c1837 - 2008
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive

Dan Leano Brouchure, c1910 - 1929

 Item
Reference code: 178I12.8
Scope and Contents

Promotional brochure for Professor Dan Leano Wizard, contains a photograph.

Dates: c1910 - 1929
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Trade and Advertising Material

David Robinson Collection

 Fonds
Reference code: NFA0123
Scope and Contents

This collection contains rare posters, handbills, photographs, postcards, newspaper cuttings, catalogues and books on travelling exhibitions, speciality acts, magic, circus, performing animals and freak shows.

Dates: 1728 - 1997
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive

Diallagic Handbill, c1870 - 1889

 Item — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.209
Scope and Contents

The Wandering Spirits, Madame Zerbina, Chansonette Francais, Fred Hilda, Miss Marion Ritta and Professor Jones with his Pedascope at St. James's Hall, Brighton.

Dates: c1870 - 1889
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / John Bramwell Taylor Collection / Handbills / Handbills for Venues Outside London

Egyptian Hall Poster, c1990 - 1999

 Item
Reference code: 178R27.95
Scope and Contents

Piccadilly. Herrmann The Great Prestidigitateur. Black and white illustration.

Dates: c1990 - 1999
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Posters

Egyptian Hall Poster, c1990 - 1999

 Item
Reference code: 178R27.96
Scope and Contents

Piccadilly. Herrmann The Great Prestidigitateur. Black and white illustration

Dates: c1990 - 1999
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Posters

Empire Theatre, London Programme, 29 January 1900

 Item — Box Fred Holmes Box 2: Series 178K38; Series 178T31; Series 178Z31
Reference code: 178K38.14
Scope and Contents

The Two Freydos-Acrobats. Goleman's Cats and Dogs. The Dainef Troupe - Risley and Ground Acrobats. Carl Hertz in New Illusion entitled 'Iris, The Mystic Chameleon'. Mr Arthur Roberts - Comedian. Les Alex-Valse Tourbillon. A Grand Characteristic Ballet entitled 'Round the Town Again'. The Carangeot Troupe - Acrobats. The Three Gladenbecks, 16pp.

Dates: 29 January 1900
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Fred Holmes Collection / Programmes

Empire Theatre Poster, Week commencing Monday 2 December c1935

 Item
Reference code: 178R38.14
Scope and Contents

Tonbridge. Count Lucifer magic act, Bert Elmore comedy act, Stuart and Leigh, The Handby Celeine Trio skating act, Ramon & Ramona musical act, Al Downes acrobatic act, Mariana musical act, Earle & Ascott musical act. Blue type of off white background and solid red border. Printed by Wilson’s of Leicester.

Dates: Week commencing Monday 2 December c1935
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Handby Celeine Collection / Posters

Exeter Hall Programme, 30 January 1905

 Item
Reference code: 178K53.110
Scope and Contents

Blue type on light pink background with floral illustration on the front cover, inside programme listing Crystalphone solo, special address to the young by the Rev. W.H. Griffith Thomas, Hand-bell ringing and gymnastic display, Dumb bell exercises, Indian Club exercises, Vaulting horse, Flag race, Magic and Mystery by Charles Leslie, Animated Photographs by Messrs. Clarkson, 2p.p.

Dates: 30 January 1905
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Bill Barnes Collection / Programmes

Exhibition and Entertainments Handbills, c1790 - 1939

 Sub-Series — Box John Barmwell Taylor Box 2: Series 178T1
Reference code: 178T1.236-342
Scope and Contents

Handbills for travelling shows, fairs, exhibitions and performances at a wide range of venues.

Dates: c1790 - 1939
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / John Bramwell Taylor Collection / Handbills

Faust, London Great Magic Show Handbill, c1970 - 1979

 Item
Reference code: 178T27.21
Scope and Contents

Japanese poster.

Dates: c1970 - 1979
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Handbills

Faust's Festival of Magic Programme, c1975 - 1979

 Item
Reference code: 178K27.146
Scope and Contents

British Tour. Fold our programme with photographs and biography, 6p.p.

Dates: c1975 - 1979
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Cyril Critchlow Collection / Programmes for Circus, Magic and Variety Shows

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

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

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