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MILT LARSEN / co-founder of The Magic Castle (http://www.magiccastle.com/), recently
released a new book, entitled “My Magical Journey: The
First 30,000 Day” (ISBN: HB: 978-1-939178-00-8 SB: 978-1¬939178-01-5), in conjunction
with the 50th anniversary of the Iconic
Hollywood landmark—The
Magic Castle. Mr. Larsen is a true
renaissance man whose career encompasses writing, producing and performing.
While still in
High School he worked as a record archivist for Eddie Cantor and veteran stars such
as Milton Berle, Bob
Hope, Buddy Ebsen and Steve Allen often called upon Larsen for his consultation
on songs and variety acts. His
accomplishments have earned him a star on the Hollywood Walk of
Fame. In November of
2009 the historic structure once known as the Lane Mansion celebrated its
centennial. On Jan 2nd, 1963 that same structure became, what is now known as,
the world famous Magic Castle. In January, 2013, fans and fanatics of the
mystical and mysterious world of illusion gathered to celebrate its anniversary.
The Magic Castle has grown over the years from its original design to include 13
performance spaces including close-up magic, the Parlor of Prestidigitation and,
of course, The Palace of Mystery. Practically every great magician of the
modern era has appeared within its walls, as well as a few noted amature
illusionists including Cary Grant, Johnny Carson, Jason Alexander, Dom Deluise,
Tony Curtis, and Neil Patrick Harris, to name a few. The Magic Castle is not
only the showplace for some of the greatest magicians from around the globe, it
also houses one of the largest original collections of Houdini's great tools of
the trade including his personal handcuffs, straight jacket, metamorphosis trunk
and famous milk can escape in the Houdini Séance Room. Houdini himself used
these props to mystify thousands. The Academy of Magical Arts, Inc. is a
non-profit social order of nearly 6000 members worldwide devoted to the
advancement of the art of magic. One of their primary focuses is to promote a
positive image of magic and magicians. The organization promotes the art of
magic, encourages fellowship and maintains the highest ethical standards for the
art. Their "clubhouse," the Magic Castle, is one of the most unique private
clubs in the world. It is a Victorian style mansion turned theatre where
members and their guests enjoy world-class magic and magicians share their trade
secrets with each other. Mr Larsen's Full Bio is available below. Official
Website for Milt
Larsen
Official Website for The
Magic Castle (direct all fan / autograph requests here)
OFFICIAL
BIOGRAPHY
CLIPS/PRESS:
For
interviews, press, high res photos and updated biography
please send an email to harlan@bhbpr.com
or call 626.296.3757
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