tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85523922548586544352024-02-22T13:27:19.504+00:00Lemezmer's LifeDavid Lemezmer, 'The man Paul Daniels could have been' (Loughborough Times, 2009), takes you behind the scenes of a working professional magician's busy life.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-18500223194303823562013-11-22T20:53:00.002+00:002013-11-22T20:53:50.965+00:00Disappointing Christmas?Well, we're about to enter the season of goodwill to all men; all men except for David Lemezmer it seems.<br />
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I have had little or no interest in my quest to search for a sponsor to enhance my magic act - as if you could really enhance perfection. In fact, none of my potential sponsors replied, with the exception of Duracell, which I regard as rather rude; that is the last time they'll hear from me.<br />
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My yearning to perform once more has gotten stronger as of late. After a really strong 2012, I am somewhat disappointed with how 2013 has gone. I am a natural performer, but have found it difficult to secure a gig since August and even that last performance was only a rather small village hall affair; a fund-raiser for the Dogs Trust. Actually, I am surprised that the Dogs Trust even needs to fund-raise what with all their clever dogs. I was once seriously thinking of sponsoring a dog but re-considered when the advert told me that when I became a sponsor, my new friend would write to me! If the dogs are that good, perhaps they should raise their own funds by writing a few books of their own to sell? At the very least they could help me with writing my autobiography! Perhaps I should write to them and ask them to sponsor me?<br />
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Talking about my autobiography, I'm sure that many people are asking the question, especially within the magic fraternity, "When can we expect David Lemezmer's thrilling book about his very successful life?" Well, there is good news and bad news on that front. The good news is that I'm now halfway through chapter eight. The bad news is that I'm struggling to find a publisher that will take this project on. I must confess that it is quite annoying to see David Jason popping up everywhere on the television boasting about his just released autobiography. What a coincidence that it has been published just in time for Christmas? How lucky was that! We all know that David's just trying to cash-in on the Christmas market; although I can't really blame him. Not everyone can be like me and have a guaranteed bestseller on his hands. I am lucky that I can have my autobiography published at any time of the year and expect to see it shoot up the bestsellers list to a number 1 position. Poor David. Granted the guy's had a couple of successful TV shows in his time, but he's certainly no David Lemezmer when it comes to talent. However, I am perplexed at how on earth he found a publisher for his mediocre book; if I am finding it difficult to get a publisher, one can only assume that David's book was finalised several years ago and it has taken quite a long time to come to fruition. I understand that these things can take some time.<br />
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I'm sure you can look forward to seeing 'Make no Mistake' (the title of my autobiography) at some point next year, so make sure you stay with me for the rollercoaster ride that will be my life in 2014.<br />
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-77208737661578166612013-07-13T09:43:00.002+01:002013-11-22T20:55:25.931+00:00An EXCLUSIVE extract from my forthcoming book, Make No MistakeOn Monday, I sent out all of the letters seeking sponsorship (with the exception of Michelin Tyres, as I couldn't find a sensible address for them). A quick reply was received from Duracell (letter arrived Friday morning). Reading between the lines, it was a polite, "thanks for thinking of us, but no thanks." Quite surprising as I thought my quip about my magic being long-lasting in the minds of spectators was rather witty and clever. I also suggested that they might start an advertising campaign centred around my <i>Britain's Got Talent</i> performance where I lasted 103 seconds, "David Lemezmer is just like a Duracell battery - no other magician looks like him or lasts like him." Perhaps I'll have more interest from McDonalds or Coca-Cola.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">I've had a lot of requests over the last couple of months, six e-mails to be precise, for more news on my forthcoming </span><span style="font-size: small;">autobiography, <i>Make No Mistake</i></span><span style="font-size: small;"> (if I ever get to find a publisher).</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB"> The book is coming along nicely</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">
and five chapters have now been completed. While I'm not expecting it
to win a Booker Prize or anything (I seriously doubt it would win a
Booker Prize as that award is reserved for fiction and this book is
instead undeniable fact, with a capital F)</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">, a nomination would be nice.</span></span><i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></i><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">As an exclusive to this blog, I thought I'd share a small extract from the book<i>.</i></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">"I did not have very many friends at school, or indeed
out of school. Even with the so-called friendship I had with Stan, I often found
myself sitting alone in the classroom while the other children had fun playing
games and enjoying Stan’s impromptu magic shows outside. These days,
psychologists would be quick to bleat on about the supposed psychological
damage this would inflict on a child. Some might agree with them, but not me. I
am made of tougher stuff. I can now look back to that time and apply it, as an analogy,
of what my future magic career was to hold in store for me. That is, I am in a
class of my own. I think the majority of my readers would agree with that
statement. That said, it was quite a depressing place to be in at the time and
I suffered from low self esteem because of it. Children can be cruel.</span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">The first magic trick that I presented in public, for
some friends, was a trick that was known as ‘Monte Simplified’. This was a
simplified version of the three card trick. It was marketed as ‘self-working
and easy to do’, but I found it neither self-working, nor easy to do!
Manufacturers often give misleading information regarding their respective
effects. I learnt the hard way though, as the trick failed while I was
performing it, making me look a little foolish and causing hilarity amongst my very few
friends. Such was my disgust with the trick and to show my abhorrence of the
manufacturer, I never performed Monte Simplified ever again.</span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">Despite this small embarrassment, it was quite early
on in my venture into magic that I knew I was destined for great things. In May
1974, while on a short break at a holiday camp near Burnham-on-Sea, I entered
myself into the Burnham-on-Sea Young Magician of the Year contest, which just
happened to be taking place during my stay. Due to my age, I was only just
eligible for the event, if it had been the following month I would have been
too old to compete. I remember the morning of the contest; wet and very, very
windy! Although, there were four of us entered into the contest, one did not
show up on the day, already expecting to lose, I suppose. The remaining
entrants each had to perform a fifteen minute act in front of the three judges
(which probably steeled me for my much later Britain’s Got Talent appearance). One of the entrants was overcome
with nerves and had to retire prematurely from the event, which was a shame as
he was expected to perform the classic Cut and Restored Rope routine; a routine
that I’ve always been a fan of, but never been able to perfect (I can cut the
rope, but restoring it is a completely different ball game).</span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">My act went down a storm, quite literally, as my
performance was interrupted by a rumble or two of thunder, which threw me off
my stride a little. I went on stage expecting to finish my act to ‘thunderous’
applause from the crowd (there were at least a dozen people watching the event,
although two left when I was called on for my act). The thunderous applause that I had been expecting never
really happened, due to the unforeseen environmental circumstances; all I got
was a ripple of appreciation.</span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">Sadly, and I do stress that this was probably down to
the unfortunate weather conditions on the day, I didn’t win the contest. The
event was actually won by a nine-year-old girl, who presented a twenty minute
act. I can’t help thinking that she should have been disqualified for
over-running her allocated time allowance, although her performance was, admittedly,
pretty good. Nevertheless, I came away with the accolade of being Runner-up in
the 1974 Burnham-on-Sea Young Magician of the Year. Quite an achievement for
one so young, I’m sure you’ll agree."</span></span></i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">I do hope this has whet your appetite to read more about my immensely fascinating life</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">.</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB"> Once published, it will be available from all good booksellers - indeed, I want this tome to be as widespread as possible, so hopefully you'll be able to find it at all bad booksellers as well.</span></span><i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></span></i></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-66770342476265458932013-07-07T09:03:00.001+01:002013-07-07T09:04:53.998+01:00Looking for sponsorshipLast week, the postman brought me a brand new magic catalogue. Well, when I say that the postman brought it, I don't mean that literally. It wasn't actually from the postman, he just posted it through my door. It was actually from Davenports Magic in London. It is quite a bumper catalogue full of exciting magic props. Unfortunately, work has been a little sparse recently and, to be absolutely frank and honest with you, I don't really have the funds to purchase some of the more exciting effects in that wonderful catalogue ready for my next performance. I hate going over old ground and performing the same tired routines that other magicians tend to do. I like to be fresh in my performances and always include new things that have not been seen before.<br />
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That said, the lack of funds has meant that I have been forced to consider rehashing old effects. However, it dawned on me that I might be able to procure some new funding in the form of sponsorship. Many TV shows are taking advantage of sponsorship these days and I wondered if that could be transferred to my magic show. Given the immense popularity of the David Lemezmer name you might have thought that prospective sponsors would be queuing up for a chance to have their brand associated with me. Apparently, it doesen't really work like that and it is up to me to go out and find those sponsors that would be willing to jump at the opportunity of working with me. I have tried it before and it can be a lot of work. In the past I have approached Universal Studios (granted, it was after the fact), Pearl & Dean and Rug-Doctor. All these have opposed my request, although Rug-Doctor was really nice about it and wanted to hear a bit more about my proposals (I've never got around to replying to them). This week, I am intending to send off letters to McDonalds, Michelin Tyres, Duracell, Coca Cola, Adidas, Lucozade and Costa. I am asking them to pay for my effects in return for some light advertising. Let's see what happens.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-51515876243153565552013-05-09T21:14:00.001+01:002013-07-07T08:20:47.015+01:00My very first interview and book news<div class="uiStreamMessage userContentWrapper" data-ft="{"type":1,"tn":"K"}">
Last week I was contacted by the good folks at Fenlands Church who said that they
wanted to interview me for their interweb site. Naturally I said yes and invited one of them
over to my home (I didn't want too many people muddying the carpet so
one's enough). The interview was arranged for Thursday early morning, as the gentleman said that he had previous appointments Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and said he could possibly squeeze the interview in at that time (I wasn't as fussy as he was and it could have been any one of those days as I was not too busy). <span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><span class="userContent">He promised me that I would feature prominently on their website. I've
heard these sort of promises before, so imagine my surprise when the
interview was posted in its entirety. Of course, I'm a little bit
disappointed that some portions weren't edited before being made public
but not to worry, at least the David Lemezmer name is getting further
coverage which can't be a bad thing, can it?</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><span class="userContent">A question I have been asked as a result of the interview, from the solitary e-mail I received, </span></span></span><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><span class="userContent">was regarding my autobiography </span></span></span><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><span class="userContent">(on another note, I wonder if my interweb connection to e-mails is playing up, as I expected a lot more feedback from such an in-depth interview). The respondent wanted to know a bit more about it and so I feel compelled to let you have a sneak peek at the cover. Although I have not found a publisher as yet - I really must start approaching potential publishers - I did spend a small sum of money on a mock-up of the book. I really hope this gives you an idea of what's in store.</span></span></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-88592647594450278582013-04-14T14:33:00.000+01:002013-04-14T14:33:00.934+01:00Wedding Day WoesOver recent months I have found myself less busy than expected. This was probably due to the abysmal winter that we have experienced. I have also allowed my blog updating to slip somewhat.<br />
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Last year, just before Christmas, I was booked to perform at a wedding. It was my very first wedding booking and I was really excited about this performance. A wedding booking is definitely an opportunity not to be missed. A successful wedding performance can really open the floodgates to future bookings (the wedding circuit is quite lucrative). However, due to an unfortunate mix up I ended up having to cancel my booking. Allow me to explain.<br />
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A few days before Christmas, tragedy had struck me and, for that matter, my entire family; my Sky+ box failed to record a repeat of <i>Family Fortunes</i> (on Challenge) with classic host Les Dennis. Les has always made me laugh; he's a very underrated comedian. Missing <i>Family Fortunes</i> meant that on this occasion I was unable to laugh along with him. My wife said that I had been in a mood for quite some time after realising this unfortunate incident, although I don't think it put me in that much of a downer. Les has always been one of my comedy heroes and along with Bobby Davro, I consider them to be the inspiration that paved the way for the development of my own cutting-edge 'comedy genius' style. Anyway, I'm getting off the point, so let's get back onto the point. I had been booked to perform at a wedding. However, I was convinced that the guy that booked me said that the wedding would take place at 2, but when he called to check arrangements (on the morning of the wedding) the time for my performance had changed to 5.30!<br />
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As an aside, this guy has serious organisational issues as he had already spoken to me and confirmed the booking several times on the lead up to the wedding; I am astounded that he could not remember the original booking details; after all, he booked me! My advice to him - get a diary. It will save you a lot of unnecessary follow-up calls.<br />
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That said, when I double checked the booking against my organiser, I realised that I had actually been looking at the wrong month! I had a family wedding to attend (as a guest) in November - an easy mistake to make. The problem with this new time was that I could not possibly perform at the wedding and still get home to see <i>Strictly Come Dancing</i> (the special Christmas celebrity edition). The drive from Wigston is long one and it would have been impossible to make it back in time. To compound the problem, with my Sky+ box not working, I could not record the show for later viewing. I knew that I had to make a tough decision there and then, and I believe I made the only decision that could be made under the exceptional circumstances. That decision, and I'm sure you'll all agree with me, was to let the couple down on their special day. The bookings guy was quite irate and rather rude to me - if you're reading this, it came over as quite unprofessional conduct and totally inappropriate. However, I did send them a couple of signed photographs in consolation for my absence which I'm sure would have quelled the waters somewhat.<br />
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The funny thing with all of this is that I actually missed <i>Strictly Come Dancing</i> (the special Christmas celebrity edition) as I was instead engrossed in watching a repeat run of <i>In The Grid</i> (another game show that starred Les Dennis). I didn't worry though as I simply watched <i>Strictly Come Dancing</i> (the special celebrity Christmas edition) on BBC iPlayer. I love TV on demand services!<br />
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Not to worry though, a quick call to Sky television (and a £65 payment) and they sent an engineer around to fix my box. Happy days!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-23710109372887620012012-12-17T13:39:00.000+00:002012-12-19T05:33:42.940+00:00Christmas Greetings and a very Happy New YearTime goes so quickly. I can't believe that Christmas is just around the corner and 2012 will be soon coming to an end. This year has been a roller-coaster ride for me and because of this, the world of magic, I believe, is better for that. I don't want this to come across as a review of my year, which might make me sound as if I'm boasting about my unmatched talent and incredible achievements, but nevertheless, here goes.<br />
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I'll start with Christmas, which was really last year, since Christmas 2012 has not quite arrived yet (for those still not sure, I'm talking about Christmas 2011, although I'm not sure if it counts as part of a review of the year). Not only did I get a chance to perform at my very first Christmas gig, something that has never happened in the 40 years that I've been performing, but, little did I know, that I had just signed my ticket to the big time. This was because that in February I got my first repeat booking at the same venue - more on that later. <br />
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Anyway, in January I was booked to perform at a Rotary Club Variety Night. This was a very special and prestigious 'for one night only' event, and I topped the bill. I won't go in to the details here as that would be in bad taste and not really relevant to this short review, suffice to say that I was on top form that night, although I do apologise to the man who was wearing a toupee - I really didn't know and it was a genuine mistake. Oh, and to the lady with the wristwatch. It was a cheap Sekonda, so it wasn't too bad after all and, if you think about it, I probably did you a favour in the long run.<br />
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The repeat booking (spoken of earlier) meant that I had, at long last, turned professional and joined the ranks of the top flight entertainers. I can't tell you how elated I was when the phone call came inviting me for a return visit. My first repeat booking! This meant everything to my already blossoming career. The performance was to take place on Valentine's night no less. What a great night it was too; couples in love, fell in love with David Lemezmer (I mean my magic).<br />
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An Easter performance followed. Tricks with eggs always go down well... although the cost of dry cleaning, after the egg broke and went down my suit, was horrendous. Fortunately, this incident didn't dampen the spirits of those wanting to see more Lemezmer magic, although one or two critics were, shall we say, bad eggs.<br />
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During May, I was booked to perform at <span class="text_exposed_show">Mowsley Village Fête and Craft Fair. It was a disappointing turn out, but this can easily be blamed on bad management - even the car park had not been cleared of dangerous cobbles, causing me to stumble and pull a muscle in my leg. I doubt I'll be performing for them next year until some of my concerns are cleared up (along with the dangerous stones). However, they have yet to respond to my two page letter, detailing the changes that I would expect next time.</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">Next up though was a real opportunity for me to shine - the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebration. I admit that I was caught a little off guard as I was invited to stay over and perform a trick the following day for them, something that I hadn't planned for. However, I cunningly cut the finale from my act and performed it the next day for them. I don't think they noticed. Also, I really should take this opportunity to apologise to those in attendance, especially to parents with children, about the unfortunate incident with my underpants. Once again, it was a genuine mistake.</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">Despite the underpants hiccup, it was a truly great performance and in September I was invited to perform at a special variety show. This went really well, although I admit to being slightly embarrassed when I accidentally knocked over my finale, The Vase of Plenty, but I suppose it was a colourful display! I also remember that the compère for the evening, despite giving me a excellent (and worthy, I might add) introduction, was rather rude at the end. I still haven't been paid for this event.</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">Anyway, that brings me on to the present</span> and the name of David Lemezmer continues to grow stronger every day. I have been booked for a wedding! My very first booking of this type. I know many professional magicians take on wedding bookings because they are very lucrative, but I have never been approached until just a couple of weeks ago. So, next Saturday, at 2pm prompt, just like last Valentine's night, I will be performing my magic for a couple in love (and their guests, who may or may not be in love, I don't know). I'm really looking forward to this particular chapter in my career. Perhaps this is the start of something big. I will be grabbing this amazing opportunity with two big hands - not that my hands are particularly big, but you get the metaphor. I am also quite sure that, as the wedding is on December 22nd, I can chalk this one up to not only being a wedding performance, but also as my second successive year being booked up for Christmas. I'll think that it would be prudent to add this wedding gig as two separate events to my burgeoning résumé.<br />
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Anyway, that's all for now. Thanks for being a very small part of my year and may I take this opportunity to wish all of you a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year, and I'm sure that you wish the same to me too.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-57456180223347472622012-09-16T10:01:00.000+01:002012-09-17T11:57:29.504+01:00Back with a BANG!Last night was my first booking since Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee celebrations back in June, and it went with a bang! Quite literally in fact, as I went and accidentally knocked over my showpiece trick, 'Vase of Plenty'! The bang was the sound it made as it hit the table and I must confess that the colourful cascade of beads, balls and handkerchiefs was a little embarrassing. I had been practising this effect for well over a month (on and off), which, as some know, is quite unlike me, but I really wanted this to be a real highlight of my show and have people of all ages talking the world over about the magic of David Lemezmer. Sadly, I have seen one or two postings on Twitter this morning mentioning this unfortunate incident and thirty-seven retwits of these postings already. Taking consolation from this, I suppose it means that the world is talking about the magic of David Lemezmer, and that can only be a good thing. Anyway, that unfortunate incident aside, I believe that the show went rather well, although I doubt the gentleman with the newspaper will thank me - another story, another time.<br />
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I quite liked the compere, at the beginning anyway, as he gave me a fantastic introduction, quite fitting for a magician of my calibre (although, let me point out that I have never been involved with the X-Factor). Unfortunately, I am sure he got a cheap, below the belt, laugh at my expense at the end, just as I was leaving - completely unprofessional. I was going to stick around and watch the other acts on the card, but after his cruel jibe, I decided to just leave the venue after that - hopefully they'll send me my cheque in the post.<br />
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One of the surprise decisions of the organisers was the fact that I wasn't top-of-the-bill. Being the headline act was something I had assumed would naturally be the case, judging by the wording of an e-mail communication of the booking confirmation that I had received. I can only think that an error with their computer software was to blame. The first I knew of it was a programme being thrust into my hand as I arrived, which I glanced at as I was being hastily led to a sparse, but unusually warm, dressing room. I tried to bring the error to the attention of the organising committee, but alas, there was no time to change the arrangement.<br />
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Anyway, once again, a very successful performance that, despite a couple of glitches, can only reinforce the David Lemezmer name as being synonymous with top-class entertainment.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-240651006261935102012-08-23T11:58:00.000+01:002012-08-26T15:37:43.921+01:00Bronzed off that I didn't take a golden opportunity - and this cloud didn't come with a silver lining eitherI was approached a few weeks before the Olympics by a person claiming to personally know contacts that would help me secure a lucrative position at the Opening Ceremony at the London 2012 Games. I didn't follow this up as, not only was I quite busy (I'd hired a Rug-Doctor to clean my carpets that same week), but the offer sounded too good to be true. It was also at the back of my mind that this might be a repeat of the April Fools Day pranks that I had been subjected to earlier in the year, only on a much grander scale (and not in April, obviously).<br />
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I am now in a position to say that there was indeed an Olympic job offer on the table, just waiting to be picked up by a talented magician, such as myself, and it looks as if I've missed out once again. It also turns out that the job was something a little more long term, spanning the whole two weeks of the Olympic Games, and not just one paltry night!<br />
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I actually found out completely by accident though. Let me explain, I took a trip to London during the Olympics, just to soak up the atmosphere. I couldn't afford to procure tickets to any of the events - although Synchronised Swimming was on offer at a good price, but I'm not watching that! However, I did get to view some events on large television screens that had been set up in Hyde Park - there was quite a crowd. One of the things that I was keen on doing was seeing the stadium for myself and so I took a trip to view it. I thought that the most convenient way to reach the stadium was to take a train journey. I boarded a train on what they now call the Overground (?). Well, I've heard of the Underground, but the Overground just seems like old rehashed British Rail lines with a fancy name attached (and a similar looking logo - a cheap imitation, you could say). I digress. On this train I saw a magician performing for travelling passengers. I was able to have a brief chat to him. His name was Danny Hall and he told me that he got the joint <i>London 2012</i> and <i>Transport for London</i> job to entertain passengers using the public transport system during the games. It was thought that it was a good way to alleviate the stress usually associated with travelling. He also told me privately that the pay was very, very good - a great deal more than his usual earnings (Danny told me the actual figures, which I won't disclose in public, suffice to say that I was floored; the guy's earning an amazing sum - more that I have earned for the last seven of my gigs put together - and that's per day!). Anyway, he said he was introduced to the job by a guy named Rob Martin, who had some contacts with the Olympic committee. Apparently, Rob had a person lined up for the job, but had been let down; it was at this point the penny dropped...<br />
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I watched his act with interest, which I have to say was not too bad, but I couldn't help thinking that had it been me performing, the passengers would probably have not got off at Stratford station to go to the Games (like they did with Danny), instead preferring to stay and see more of the Lemezmer magic! <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-24044113306797708772012-06-25T09:45:00.004+01:002012-06-25T09:45:45.200+01:00A Happy, Quality Birthday to me.Just a short blog post this morning as today is my birthday and I am due out for a meal at lunchtime. I'm not one for boasting, but I am now in my 60th year! Happy birthday to me! Sixty years old, with forty of those years spent performing QUALITY professional magic! Who would have believed that? I looked up the word 'quality' in my thesaurus and it gave several
synonyms for it, all of which could apply to my magic - here are
just some: advantage; betterment; enhancement; enrichment; excellence; extravagance; genius; luxury; merit; peculiarity;
virtue. That's enough for now, there were plenty more that I could run
off, but you get the general idea. I particularly like the 'genius' one,
which I think sums my magical abilities up rather well.<br />
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My kitchen is almost finished, just in time for my special celebration (I know what the Queen felt like recently when celebrating her Diamond Jubilee). Just need Paul to finish a bit of tiling, and to obtain and fit another drawer handle to one of the cupboards.<br />
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My wife kindly bought me a book from a charity shop that she thought would suit me. The book is called 'Card Tricks without Skill' by a chap called Paul Clive. Not quite sure what he was thinking with the title though, as I have already tried out thirteen of the tricks and found eleven of those just far too difficult to perform.<br />
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That's all for now. I've got to go and prepare for my family meal.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-15352232299844702922012-06-17T19:27:00.000+01:002012-06-23T08:10:54.650+01:00Clean carpets, a new kitchen and golden opportunities<span class="text_exposed_show">It's been a little while
since my last blog post. That's because I have been very busy of late,
so I thought it would be nice to bring you up to speed with what's been
going on in my hectic life.</span><br />
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The last Saturday in May, just before the Diamond Jubilee celebrations were about to take place, I was booked to perform <span class="text_exposed_show">at the Mowsley Village Fête and Craft Fair. Disappointingly, I only had seven people turn up
for the show (and two of those were setting chairs out). I can't blame it on the weather, as it was glorious, so I
can only assume that because of poor management, the word did not get
out, although I was assured that adverts were placed in several
local newspapers and fliers were sent out to neighbouring towns and
villages. I must confess that it did seem to be very well supported, so
I'm not quite sure why I had such a small crowd. Perhaps the location at
the event was poor, or perhaps my show clashed with the gymkhana?</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">I was appalled that the car park wasn't cleared of large rocks, as I stumbled and strained my leg while walking to the car, causing me to drop a box of props on the ground, but fortunately none were broken. I have written to the management stressing my concerns and, to get this problem sorted out a little more quickly than a usual common complaint, I mentioned that I would not perform at any future events of theirs until I am satisfied that the car park has been cleared of dangerous debris. I have yet to hear back from them.</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">I also performed </span><span class="text_exposed_show">the following Saturday </span><span class="text_exposed_show">evening at a very special Diamond Jubilee celebration event, which was held at Fenlands Church. Apparently I was specially requested (I've yet to find out who made the request but, whoever you are, thank you). The 3 trick show (originally planned to be a 4 trick show) went well and without a hitch... well, almost without a hitch, but that's another story! Suffice to say, that my opening card trick was spoilt a little by my card prediction going a little awry, followed by an embarrassing mishap with a 40 foot length of rope (and my underwear), and my final showpiece flag trick (which was meant to be the central highlight and focus of the evening) had incorrect colours showing on the flag on the first attempt - and the second attempt for that matter!</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">As well as this special celebration, I was asked to stay over and perform once more at Fenlands Church at their family service, which of course I was happy to do - I had nothing else in my diary. I actually must confess that this extra booking caught me a little off guard and therefore unprepared, but I cunningly cut one of the tricks from the Saturday evening performance and used that on Sunday morning instead. I don't think they noticed!</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">I have also been approached by a very influential man who has kindly offered to be my manager. This really is something that I am thinking about, as I believe that Paul Daniels has a manager and if it's good enough for Paul, it's good enough for me too. He has already offered me a 10 minute slot at the opening of the 2012 London Olympic Games, so this man has some clout, although I've never heard of him. The Olympic Games opening ceremony is is a golden opportunity for some much deserved exposure, so I am seriously considering this man's offer.</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">I have recently been having a new kitchen fitted in my kitchen by my son, Paul. It was a little treat I gave myself (and my wife) for my birthday, which is fast approaching (25 June). I also hired a Rug-Doctor to spruce up my living room carpet. It's amazing! I couldn't believe how much dirt and grime it got up - and we are already accustomed to using Vanish PowerPowder on our carpets! I can wholeheartedly recommend Rug-Doctor to anyone and everyone (except my brother - he has wooden floors throughout his house so that wouldn't work). If any employees from Rug-Doctor are reading this blog, I'm really impressed. I'd be happy to become the face of Rug-Doctor, for the usual contractual fees. Imagine attaching my face to a Rug-Doctor advertising campaign, perhaps with the slogan, "I use Rug-Doctor and, just like me, it works like magic and performs wonders!" Just an idea for your consideration.</span><br />
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<span class="text_exposed_show">Anyway, that's all for now.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-28821591864625317752012-05-21T13:32:00.002+01:002012-05-21T22:27:12.163+01:00Diamond Jubilee Preparations<br />
Three weeks ago, while I was out walking in Charnwood
Forest, I had an absolutely BRILLIANT idea for a trick that would go down well for the Diamond Jubilee. As soon as I arrived home, I quickly wrote and then mailed off a letter to Buckingham Palace to ask for their help. I've wrote to them before, so at least they already know that my name is synonymous with quality magic.<br />
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This morning, I had a return letter from them denying my request, which, I admit, is a little disheartening, but I do understand the reasons given. However, every cloud has a silver lining, as they let slip a rather intriguing fact that confirmed a secret that I had been told by a friend, many years ago - they didn't really mention anything specifically, but I know that their silence speaks volumes.<br />
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So, I have decided to run with the idea, even though Her Majesty has not
approved of my request (well, I say Her Majesty, but the letter was
signed by an unknown member of the Royal household; I'm not even
completely sure that she even read the letter, otherwise it probably
would've been a different story). This untold secret will form the basis for my <u>brilliant</u> idea and I will reveal all at some point over the Diamond Jubilee weekend. Hopefully this week, I'll be able to get into my workshop, or garden shed as my wife calls it, and make a very special prop. That's if the weather holds off - the roof leaks!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-26400833960545026872012-05-19T18:09:00.003+01:002012-06-23T14:36:57.291+01:00Read all about it! Read all about it!It's been a busy couple of weeks for me. I have been contacted by
some magic publications - well, I contacted them really - and have been
very busy writing an article about my successful life. This article will
encourage bottom-of-the-ladder magicians to make it to the very
top-rung, like me. So far, none of the publications have accepted my
submission. It's early days, though, and I am optimistic that at least
one of the 17 magic magazines and 32 magic clubs that I sent the article
to will accept it, although there was a bit of interest from
the Leicester Magic Circle. They returned a pleasant thank you letter,
together with an application form and a 'with compliments' slip.<br />
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I
have also been interviewed, I believe for an interweb site - can't
remember who it was though so that's a downside. They asked a few
awkward questions, but I am confident that my answers have quelled any
potential issues; if they didn't then I'm sure they'll be edited out
anyway, so no need for me to worry.<br />
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Hopefully, these will help promote the David Lemezmer name.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-50362932761369072212012-05-02T09:34:00.000+01:002012-05-02T09:34:32.876+01:00Video footage of a show unofficially leakedIt has come to my attention that a video recording that I commissioned (on a mobile phone) for private viewing by myself (for general performance notes), has been leaked and banded about the internet via YouTube without my consent. I am a little disappointed by this action because some of the material contained on the video could be stolen by other aspiring magicians to make a name for themselves, when clearly the material is mine. I have contacted YouTube in an attempt to have the video removed, but they have so far refused, mentioning that the person who recorded the footage was the person that actually owned the video and I did not have any rights of ownership. <br />
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That said, I think it is worth posting a link to the video, now that it has already been made public (without my consent, I add once again). As this was recorded on a mobile device, the picture and sound quality is not as good as it should have been.
When I commissioned this video, I explicitly asked that the recording be
of broadcast quality (in case of a television deal), but obviously
promises that were made to me in good faith weren't kept. <br />
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I hope you enjoy my performance and, after viewing the quality of the magic you can expect from a David Lemezmer performance, you will consider making me your magician of choice for your next event.<br />
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Anyway, I'm really feeling good about this booking. It's an opportunity to enlarge and broaden the appeal of my magic. People will know that by attaching my name, David Lemezmer, to an event (preferably top-of-the-bill, please), whether that be a corporate event, charity event or public event (or even a private party for that matter), will guarantee a successful outcome and first class magical entertainment for all. Please consider booking me, please.<br />
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Actually, a little known fact, which I want you all to be made aware of, is that my birthday falls in the same month as the Queen celebrates her Diamond Jubilee. Even more bizarre is that it is my 60th birthday too - I was born in the same year that the Queen acceded to the throne, so it's a double celebration this June! By the way, it is the 25th for those interested in buying me a nice present.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-27925507516597185582012-04-24T10:05:00.000+01:002012-04-24T10:06:05.912+01:00Lemezmer's Got Talent!<span class="hasCaption">Not many people are aware of this, but I had a short appearance on Britain's Got Talent in Birmingham (2010).
Sadly, I was not selected to be televised - even on ITV2 - but I did
last 103 seconds in front of the judges (from my actual entrance onto the stage to my exit - self timed), which I believe is an
achievement. I realise that they are on a tight schedule, but if they
gave me a little longer I might have had a chance to shine. Personally,
I think the show is fixed. Simon Cowell can be quite brutal with his comments (I'm not really keen on him). </span><br />
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<span class="hasCaption"><br /> Ironically, the act that stole my slot at the Rotary Club Variety Nights gig, One Man and His Dog,
appeared on the same stage the day before. Apparently he lasted 5
minutes and 45 seconds - his entire act - and went on to be a
semi-finalist of the series. He was televised both on prime-time ITV and
ITV2 and even met Ant and Dec (which I didn't - actually, I didn't even get to meet Stephen Mulhern). </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-10848227590095115302012-04-13T15:58:00.000+01:002012-05-04T21:08:27.319+01:00Unwelcome commentsRecently I have been subjected to people sending me hurtful comments not only to my e-mail address but also directly through Facebook. Usually, such criticisms do not bother me. However, two particularly upsetting comments that I had to endure were, "you're not a real magician", and, "I have cracker tricks that are bigger than yours." <br />
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I want to deal with these appalling claims individually.<br />
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Claim 1: "You're not a real magician"<br />
An accusation that I strongly deny, because I am.<br />
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Claim 2: "I
have cracker tricks that are bigger than yours"<br />
I can quash this
claim by simply stating that most of my props are much bigger than a standard sized
Christmas cracker and therefore wouldn't even fit inside one, so this claim is
baseless.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-36401480082760839412012-04-07T07:34:00.000+01:002012-04-07T08:10:35.519+01:00New tricks...I need to take a trip out today. I really need some new effects for my performance at Fenlands Church tomorrow morning. This will be my third performance for them and I'm running out of tricks - the price of fame, I guess. A little late you might think, however, I would have purchased the effects yesterday, but I forgot that Good Friday was actually a bank holiday and hadn't realised that the magic shop in Nuneaton would be closed. At least I telephoned first and did not waste a trip. I will go today, have a browse and see what they have. Hopefully they'll have some nice 'self-working' tricks in stock for me to take away!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-84359182070375612802012-04-03T18:03:00.001+01:002012-04-03T18:22:28.741+01:00A genuine booking and a genuine apology<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">It turns out that the
booking for Jimmy Burlesbury’s birthday was a genuine one and I have let a
seven year old down on his special day. I am glad that little Jimmy was looking
forward to seeing my magic act and I commend him for boasting to all his
friends about having a ‘brilliant magician’ (his words) performing at his
party, but I am truly sorry for my unfortunate mistake. I do understand Mrs.
Burlesbury’s anger, but surely there is no need to spread the word to all her
friends and acquaintances about this, and taking this story to her local paper
is simply unreasonable and excessive behaviour from a grown woman. I can’t condone Mrs. Burlesbury’s
unprofessional handling of this trivial issue.</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-30012075845636550712012-04-01T08:16:00.003+01:002012-04-02T13:27:19.936+01:00You can't fool me!<h6 class="uiStreamMessage" data-ft="{"type":1}" style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}">This
morning I had a telephone call from someone, booking me for a
children's birthday party on Tuesday; in fact, the phone call woke me
up.</span></span></h6>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"> <i>Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me</i> – this
idiom could have been penned especially for me, although I was fooled
thrice with a birthday booking, not twice. But, it’s not going to happen
again. Sometimes I think that people mistake me for some kind of idiot.</span></span></h6>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}">Alt<span class="text_exposed_show">hough
I agreed to do the ‘party’ for Jimmy Burlesbury’s special day and the
caller, whoever it is (although I do know it’s a ‘she’), might think
that I’ve taken the bait again, the joke’s backfired on her, because I realised
that it’s April Fools Day. So I won’t be travelling to Atherstone,
wasting petrol, like last time, thank you very much!</span></span></span></h6>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-77314999013680092562012-03-29T07:29:00.000+01:002012-03-31T11:25:38.831+01:00Into the valley... and back out again!<span style="font-size: small;">Well, I've begun to explore some of the options
that the interweb offers to a VERY SUCCESSFUL professional magician, like myself, to enhance my profile. My first 'toe in the water' was a Facebook
account - you can follow me by typing my name into Facebook - it's the
top result, naturally!</span><br />
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It
has been a bit of an up and down sort of week for me. For us
professional magicians, the warm weather usually means more bookings, as
impromptu outdoor parties are organised and people want quick-fix
entertainment. Even though my diary has been empty for a few weeks now,
except for some fake bookings (you know who you are), I have been unable
to garner such engagements.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="messageBody"> However, despite that small setback, the legal acti<span class="text_exposed_show">on
against me, by Universal Studios, seems to have been resolved reasonably
amicably. We have come to a mutual agreement that performances in the
near future will be accompanied by a statement of apology for my
unfortunate oversight in using the Universal logo at my recent
engagements.<br /> <br /> Into the valley, and out again… and promptly back in again…<br /> <br />
Sadly, I have had, this morning, at long last (may I remind them that I
sent that letter early February), a response from Pearl and Dean in
relation to my brilliant idea of having paid advertising at performances
for the mutual benefit of us both. This has, unfortunately, been
rejected by the company. Apparently Pearl and Dean want to continue in
cinema advertising, which they say is quite lucrative for them. If they
only knew the sort of revenue a David Lemezmer special would generate,
then they might reconsider! They also say that they are not in
a position to honour my invoice that I forwarded, mentioning that they
had not sanctioned my decision to include such advertising in the first
instance and had no such contract with me. To add the final nail in the
coffin for me to ever work with them again - which I won’t, even if they
begged me to - they asked that I not associate the Pearl and Dean name
to any of my future personal activities – unbelievable! Some people will
not acknowledge that they’re on to a good thing if it comes up and
bites them!<br /> <br /> Out of the valley once more…<br /> <br /> Apparently,
Martin Fissure has requested that I do a short magic act on Easter
Sunday morning for the good folk at Fenlands Church. This will be the
third engagement with them and it truly is an honour for them to have me
perform at their special celebration service. I spoke with Jonathon, a
member of the church, who mentioned that Martin was keen to book a magic
act, but all local magicians that he had tried were fully booked. In
desperation they have turned to me, which I think speaks volumes about
my ability to adapt to situations – when others might let you down, I am
dependable (except on Monday’s – it’s a difficult day for me). Jonathon
said that Martin had missed the Valentine's evening show (his loss),
but he’s in for a real treat – an Easter treat - with my special blend
of egg-citing magic, 'choc' full of mystery into the bargain. I’m
looking forward to seeing the folk once again.
Please make a point of being there… please.</span></span></span></h6>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-84684035797185398992012-03-11T20:30:00.000+00:002012-04-01T16:35:32.908+01:00<span style="font-size: small;">Just got back from a 50 mile round trip from Wigston to Atherstone for a
supposed Dinner and Dance booking - there isn't even an Audley Road in
Atherstone. Two words spring to mind, 'wild goose chase'.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-22808753780750173062012-03-01T17:32:00.000+00:002012-04-01T16:33:53.375+01:00Bogus bookings<span style="font-size: small;">Was booked to perform at a children's birthday party yesterday evening.
When I got to the venue, the doors were closed and locked. This has now
happened 3 times in as many weeks. I'm beginning to suspect that I might
be the subject of a bogus booker.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8552392254858654435.post-25330901921739264182012-02-18T08:00:00.000+00:002012-04-01T16:31:32.032+01:00'Cease and Desist' letter<span style="font-size: small;">Just had a letter delivered from Park and Bowser solicitors in London,
working on behalf of Universal Studios (US). It is a 'cease and desist'
letter. Apparently there is a problem with my introduction. Something to
do with trademark infringement. What's all that about? It seems to be
written in legal jargon, which I don't really understand.</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02478932343407770756noreply@blogger.com0