The 78th Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held in Bournemouth — five days of world-class performance, Star Lectures, the Stage Competition for the British Ring Shield and the International Stars of Magic and Variety Gala Show.
The 78th Annual Convention of I.B.M. British Ring No.25, held 24th–28th September 2014 at the Bournemouth Pavilion, with the Convention Gala Dinner at the Royal Bath Hotel. Featuring international performers, Star Lectures, the Stage Competition for the British Ring Shield, The Sooty & Friends Magic Show, the International Stars of Magic and Variety Gala Show, and the History of Mystery presentation.
President Neil Roberts welcomed I.B.M. International President Shawn Farquhar and International Secretary Don Wiberg to Bournemouth for his 34th consecutive convention. The programme included the Opening Show with The Mind Boggler Pat Fallon and 2 Minds Combined, the Gala of Youth, Star Lectures throughout the week, the Stage Competition for the British Ring Shield, Special Venue Shows visiting local care homes and charities, the Convention Gala Dinner at the Royal Bath Hotel, The Sooty & Friends Magic Show, the International Close-Up Gala and the International Stars of Magic and Variety Gala Show. The convention closed with the installation of incoming President Alan Astra. Convention organisers: Brian Miller & Keith Cooper.
Meet the performers, lecturers, hosts and special guests appearing at this convention.
Browse shows, lectures, competitions, workshops and social events day by day.
Explore the lectures and specialist sessions in the programme.
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Jeffery Atkins Memorial Lecture
Presented annually as a fitting tribute to a long serving and dedicated member of the British Ring. Neil Roberts introduces Paul Stone.
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Star Lecture
Paul Stone introduces Fielding West.
In conversation with Brian Miller
Competition information, entry details, rules, timings and locations.
Emcee Don Greenberg. Running order of competitors: 1. Gary Jones (Kent), 2. Lynn Thomas (Brighton), 3. Matthew Blackwell (Bexhill on Sea), 4. The Great Aziz (Glasgow), 5. Christopher Howell (London), 6. Edward Hilsum (Kent), 7. Dave Andrews (London).
The British Ring Shield may be awarded only to an act achieving outstanding magical excellence. 1st Place — British Ring Trophy plus £500 for the most entertaining magic act. 2nd Place — Theo Speaker Cup plus £250. 3rd Place — Alastair Wand plus £100. Conventioneers Trophy may be awarded for the greatest originality shown in effect, method, or presentation. Dittia Shield awarded for Manipulation. Tom Harris Cup awarded for Comedy. Judges: Shawn Farquhar (International President), Don Wiberg (International Secretary), Donald Bevan, Clive Cullum, Pam Cooper, Peter Pinner, Brian Sefton, Michael Carr (Chairman of Judges). Stage Director: Barry Nowland. Musical Director: Grahame Laurence. Timekeeper: Tony Brooks. 2nd Timekeeper: Chris Poole.
A fun micro-magic competition, with competitors visiting as many tables as possible in around an hour and the winner decided by audience vote.
Awarded for the Ali Bongo Micro Marathon Trophy.
Awarded to the dealer presenting the most attractive stand at the Dealers' Magical Trade Fair. Historically also known as the Craig Trophy / Craig Cup.
Judged during Convention week; awarded for the best-presented dealer stand at the Trade Fair.
Discover the dealers, creators and magical suppliers attending the convention.
Entrance by badge only. Trading Wednesday 12.00–17.45 hours, Thursday 09.30–17.45 hours, Friday 09.30–17.45 hours, Saturday 09.30–16.30 hours, in the Pavilion Ballroom. Arranged by Michael Carr. The Craig Trophy will be awarded to the Dealer presenting the most attractive display, judged on the afternoon of Wednesday 24 September.
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Find the buildings, halls, theatres and rooms used throughout the convention.
Westover Road, Bournemouth
Bath Road, Bournemouth
Photography, performances, venues and moments from the convention.
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Celebrating the performers recognised through the British Ring competition programme.
Stage Competition
Stage Competition
Ali Bongo Micro Marathon
Stage Competition
Dealers Trophy
Stage Competition
Stage Competition
Stage Competition
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