MAGICIAN SAN FRANCISCO

1963 - The Magic Castle is formed by Bill, Irene, & Milt Larsen in Hollywood USA by converting a 1908 Victorian mansion to a centre of magical excellence. Many leading magicians have performed there. Dai Vernon was a resident magician in the latter part of his life... 1972 - The Magic Towne House was opened by Ed Davis and is New York's first magic show spot. It featured such notables as Frank Garcia, Jack London, Harry Blackstone, Jr., etc. Performers who got their start there included Johnny Ace Palmer & Michael Chaut. Years later Chaut would organize Monday Night Magic after The Magic Towne House closed in the 1980s.

Also known as: Magic Castle, Magic Towne House