Houston Magic

This is not part of the current lecture series!

Sunday May 24, 2026

2 pm

IATSE Hall
3030 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77009

$15 This is not part of the 2026 Lecture series

Giancarlo Scalia is an Italian magician based in Madrid. In addition to studying and practicing magic since he was a child, he develops his interest in the performing arts by learning various circus disciplines and continues his artistic training by studying physical theater and mime in Italy and Spain.

His magic is characterized by transmitting the maximum possible with minimum elements. He stands out for his clean handling, sensitivity and gestural expressiveness. Humor, mystery and the beauty of the impossible are never lacking in his performances.

Tomorrow May the 4th be with you!

🌌 Theme: SCI-FI Magic
Think futuristic. Think impossible. Think “How did that just happen?!”
Bring something inspired by science fiction—whether it’s space, aliens, or tech—and compete for a BLUE RIBBON! 🏆

⚠️ Friendly Reminder
Guests are welcome to attend up to three meetings. After that, membership is required (IBM or SAM).
If dues haven’t been paid, entry will not be permitted.

📅 Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
📍 Location: IATSE Local 51 Meeting Hall
3030 North Freeway, Houston, TX 77009

🍖 5:00 PM – Optional Dinner
Join us at Pappa’s Barbecue (4430 I-45 North) before the meeting. Great food, great company, and maybe a little pre-show magic.

🚪 6:00 PM – Doors Open
(No Pop-Up Magic Shop this month… but you can still grab goodies online at **www.ChoiceMagic.Shop**—magic delivered straight to your door!)

📚 7:00 PM – Book Auction
Featuring selections from the Ron Jernigan Collection

🎩 7:20 PM – Mini Lecture
Eric Falconer presents Cups and Balls (yes… that classic—done right!)

🎂 7:40 PM – Birthday Cake!
Tom Bradley is turning 70 and he will celebrate his birthday with us complete with Birthday CAKE!

📋 7:45 PM – Business Meeting

🛸 8:45 PM – Sci-Fi Magic Performances & Competition
Step up and show us your best sci-fi-inspired effect!
🏅 Ribbons awarded to the top three performers
⏱️ Keep performances under 4 minutes (yes… we have a timer—this is not a time warp).

🎤 9:30 PM – Open Performances + NEW: Feedback Sessions
Working on something new? Try it out and get real, constructive feedback from fellow magicians.
(Just let us know you want feedback when you sign up.)

🎬 10:00 PM – That’s a Wrap!

This is shaping up to be one of our most fun and creative meetings yet. Whether you’re performing, learning, or just enjoying the magic—you’ll want to be there.

See you there… and remember…

The Force is strong with this one.