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Article Archive: Magic Sets
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The Controversies Surrounding Ariana Grande's Wicked Movie 2024
The film adaptation of Wicked, featuring Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, has been a focal point of public discourse, not only for its artistic endeavors but also for a series of controversies that have emerged throughout its production and release. Casting Controversy Upon the 2021 announcement of Ariana Grande's casting as Glinda, the decision was met with skepticism from fans of the original Broadway production. Many questioned Grande's suitability for the role, given her prominence in the pop music industry. Addressing these concerns, Grande acknowledged that, from an outsider's perspective familiar only with her pop career, such doubts were understandable. She emphasized her roots in musical theater, including her Broadway debut in 2008's 13: The Musical, and expressed a commitment to authentically portraying Glinda...
12/1/2024
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Why Did Fans React So Negatively To Ariana Grande's Casting As Glinda
When Ariana Grande was cast as Glinda in the upcoming Wicked film adaptation, the announcement was met with mixed reactions from fans. Several factors contributed to the skepticism surrounding her casting: Pop Star Image Many fans primarily associate Grande with her successful pop music career, featuring hits like "7 Rings" and "Side to Side." This association led to doubts about her ability to embody a beloved musical theater character such as Glinda...
12/1/2024
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 Retailer Spotlight: Fantasma
What began as a means to educate retailers on how to display Fantasma Toys magic products has become a retail venture in and of itself...
9/1/2006
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 Magical Therapy
Magic has the power to entertain, the power to amaze and — when used as part of a therapeutic program at hospitals and rehabilitation centers — the power to heal. The tricks are illusions, but the benefits are real...
12/1/2005
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 The Magic Is in the Deck
Magic card manufacturers offer so many varieties of trick decks, it can be difficult to choose which ones to stock...
12/1/2005
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 Magic Set Comparison: The Kids Decide
TDmonthly Magazine handed six kits over to an 11-year-old, Maggie, and a 15-year-old, Nick, to see if they liked them, or wanted to "make them disappear."...
12/1/2005
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 Paul Daniels Magic: Store of Illusions
Paul Daniels is enjoying a long and prominent career as a magician. His international audiences have brought him acclaim few can equal. Known for his sense of humor and polished on stage presence, Daniels is an entertainer to emulate. In October 2003 he opened the Paul Daniels Magic Store. He carries everything from simple card tricks to elaborate instruction materials...
12/1/2004
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 Magic Sets Overview
No matter what the season, the mysteries of magic entice young and old alike from a variety of innovative and classic magic sets...
12/1/2004
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It´s No Trick: The Power of Magic
Who isn’t fascinated by magic? Audiences have been spellbound since Harry Houdini first captivated audiences with his feats of escapism in the 19th century. One hundred years later, another Harry has taken the world by storm. With 80 million books in print and a movie franchise, Harry Potter is a marketing juggernaut. The boy wizard and his cohorts, Ron and Hermione, have captivated global audiences, broken print records, and literally made author J.K. Rowling wealthier than the Queen of England...
12/1/2004
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Magic: These Tricks Are For Kids
Fun, Inc. is a manufacturer and wholesaler of 300-400 products in the Magic category. For beginners, ages 8 and up, company president Graham Putnam suggests Secrets of the Great Magicians for approx. $30.00 retail. This set includes a DVD to train the magician and all the supplies needed to perform...
12/1/2004
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Product Summary: Easy to Learn Magic Sets
Magic kits conjure up fantasies of fooling logic and altering perception. Through routine practice, these tricks can deceive even the cleverest of minds. The following kits, devised for ages seven and up, will fuel the imagination and funnel creativity without breaking the bank. Because demanding tricks can prove to be...
12/1/2004
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Open Sesame! Magic Sets for Budding Magicians
Unlike many other toys, the passage of time (and advances in technology) has not brought obsolescence to children’s magic kits; many sets are receiving timely makeovers.....
12/1/2003
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