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This blog details the "backstage business" of professional illusionist, illusion designer, author & show producer, J C Sum.
It also explores how creative & artistic individuals can position themselves to be commercially successful in their respective fields.
Whether you are an entertainer, film-maker, designer, musician, artist, actor or animator, this blog strives to offer insights based on the art, science and business of one of Asia’s most commercially successful practitioners of the magic arts.
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Official Review of Beyond the Mirror
Thanks to Red Dot Magic for the review of “Beyond the Mirror”! It was a full house so they were squeezed at the back but I’m glad that did not detract from the show. You can read the review HERE. … Continue reading
Posted in Behind The Scenes
Tagged Asia magician, Beyond the Mirror, beyond the mirror review, Close up Magic, Close up Magician, exclusive showcase, Godwin Tan, High End Corporate Entertainment, Illusionists, JC Sum, magic shows in Singapore, Red Dot Magic, Singapore Illusionist, Singapore Magician, theatrical close-up magic show
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Beyond the Mirror Full Show
The first ticketed “Beyond the Mirror” went off beautifully last night. This was the full 60min version of the formal close-up show. It featured many of the acts that I performed for the showcase as well as new ones. “The … Continue reading
Beyond the Mirror Full Show Tonight
We are hours away from the full 60min formal close-up show that I have been literally working on for the past 18 years. This full show includes material never before presented in public and is an extended version of the … Continue reading
Posted in Upcoming Projects
Tagged Absinthe Artisan, Asia magician, ‘Magic Babe’ Ning, Close up Magic, Close up Magician, exclusive showcase, High End Corporate Entertainment, Illusionists, JC Sum, magic shows in Singapore, Singapore Celebrity Magic Duo, Singapore Illusionist, Singapore Magician, theatrical close-up magic show
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One Night Only – “Beyond the Mirror” on 2 Nov 2011
On 2 Nov 2011 (Wed), I will be staging my full one-hour theatrical presentation for “Beyond the Mirror”, my formal close-up show. This will feature acts & routines never seen by the public before in the cozy swank “Absinthe Artisan” … Continue reading
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Tagged Absinthe Artisan, Asia magician, Beyond the Mirror 2 Nov 2011, Close up Magic, Close up Magician, High End Corporate Entertainment, Illusionists, JC Sum, magic shows in Singapore, Singapore Illusionist, Singapore Magician, theatrical close-up magic show, Things to do in Singapore on 2 Nov 2011, Wed
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“Beyond the Mirror” Tools of the Trade
Besides a caseload of custom props I hunted down and had custom made, I also had to design the practical elements of my new “Beyond the Mirror” formal close-up show. I have a unique set of props and “decoration sets” … Continue reading
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Tagged Asia magician, Close up Magic, Close up Magician, exclusive showcase, High End Corporate Entertainment, Illusionists, JC Sum, magic shows in Singapore, Singapore Celebrity Magic Duo, Singapore Illusionist, Singapore Magician, theatrical close-up magic show
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A Fantastic Premiere for “Beyond the Mirror”!
It was an incredible two nights with full houses both nights for the premiere for my new formal close-up show, “Beyond the Mirror”. The venue was the cozy Absinthe Artisan at Boat Quay, overlooking the iconic Singapore River. Billed as … Continue reading
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Tagged Absinthe Artisan, Asia magician, ‘Magic Babe’ Ning, Close up Magic, Close up Magician, exclusive showcase, High End Corporate Entertainment, Illusionists, JC Sum, magic shows in Singapore, Singapore Celebrity Magic Duo, Singapore Illusionist, Singapore Magician, theatrical close-up magic show
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Showcase for “The Most Exclusive Magic Show in Town” at Absinthe Artisan @ Boat Quay
The showcase for my new formal close-up magic show “Beyond the Mirror” will be held on 4 & 5 Oct 2011, Tues & Wed from 730pm – 900pm each day. The venue is a brand new concept bar downtown, the … Continue reading
Posted in Upcoming Projects
Tagged Absinthe Artisan, Asia magician, ‘Magic Babe’ Ning, Close up Magic, Close up Magician, exclusive showcase, High End Corporate Entertainment, Illusionists, JC Sum, magic shows in Singapore, Singapore Celebrity Magic Duo, Singapore Illusionist, Singapore Magician, theatrical close-up magic show
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“Beyond the Mirror” – The Most Exclusive Magic Show in Town
My new formal close-up show has been officially launched and an exclusive showcase is being held next week on the 4 & 5 Oct 2011 at a concept bar in the heart of town, Boat Quay. The by-invitation event only … Continue reading
Posted in Show Production
Tagged 'Magic Babe' Ning, Asia magician, Close up Magic, Close up Magician, exclusive showcase, High End Corporate Entertainment, Illusionists, JC Sum, magic shows in Singapore, Singapore Celebrity Magic Duo, Singapore Illusionist, Singapore Magician, theatrical close-up magic show
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