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'''Jack Delvin''' (b. 1931) has performed close-up and cabaret in most of London’s leading hotels and has appeared on many television shows. | '''Jack Delvin''' (b.1931-d.2023) has performed close-up and cabaret in most of London’s leading hotels and has appeared on many television shows. | ||
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Latest revision as of 14:39, 13 July 2024
| Jack Delvin | |
| Born | Jack Organ 1931 Bromley, Kent, UK |
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| Died | November 20, 2023 |
| Nationality | British |
| Website | http://jackdelvin.co.uk/ |
Jack Delvin (b.1931-d.2023) has performed close-up and cabaret in most of London’s leading hotels and has appeared on many television shows.
Biography
Delvin first fell in love with magic at the age of five years old, doing his first professional show by 13. By the time he was 18 he had a successful stage act.
Coming from a family of teachers, Delvin found pleasure in teaching magic. He has written books, made videos and provided lessons. He created the London School of Magic. Later he also ran Davenports' School of Magic.
Having recently retired from touring, he is now concentrating on teaching.
Bibliography
- Young Ideas in Magic (1954)
- Magic of the Masters (1977)
- Tric-A-Tape no. 23 VHS Delvin into Magic (1991)
References
- Cover, The Magic Circular, Vol. 79, No. 857, July 1985, This Is Your Life, Jack Delvin, by Peter Blanchard, page 379
- Cover, The Magic Circular, Vol. 104, No. 1122, January 2010, Jack Delvin, President of the Magic Circle, Interviewed by Mattew Field, page 12
- The Magic Circular, Vol. 107, No. 1165, August 2013, President’s View, Jack Delvin MIMC, page 226
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