Ian Adair Part #1

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Family and Children's Entertainers, The Podcast

Gordon Drayson

10 episodes

5 months ago

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Ian Adair Part #1

Family and Children's Entertainers, The Podcast

1 hour 2 minutes 26 seconds

2 years ago

Ian Adair Part #1

The first of a two part interview with Ian Adair.
In this episode of the Face the Podcast, host Gordon Drayson interviews Ian Adair, a renowned children’s magician and author. Ian shares his early beginnings in magic, starting with a Christmas gift from his grandmother that sparked his interest. He delved into magic books and joined the Kilmanok Magic Circle at 13. Ian reflects on his magical journey and the mentors who played a significant role in his development, highlighting the influence of Bill Milligan. The episode also talks about Ian’s passion for the art form that led to his illustrious career in children’s magic.
We talk about Ian’s early experiences with children’s magic shows, the use of rabbits and doves, and his admiration for magician Channing Pollock. He talks about his television career, working as a presenter on Scottish television and the interactive nature of children’s shows. Ian also discusses his experience with writing and publishing books, his long time collaboration with The Supreme Magic Company, and the success of on of his tricks called Dressing Doll. The conversation explores the changes in the world of magic over time, the decline of physical catalogs, and the challenges faced by magicians today. We also discuss the importance of preserving the history of magic while reinventing and modernizing tricks for today’s audiences.
Join Gordon as he talks to Ian Adair in this, the first of his 2 part interview, in FACE, The Podcast
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Chapters
[00:00:00]: Introduction
[00:01:29]: Talking about live animals in the show
[00:02:29]: Ian’s early interest in magic and reading books
[00:06:48]: Ian’s childhood and learning magic
[00:09:13]: Importance of entertainment in magic
[00:11:05]: Joining the Kilmarnock Magic Circle
[00:12:27]: Mentoring by Bill Milligan
[00:13:38]: Ian’s early shows and performing for children
[00:13:38]: Ian’s show at the Kilmarnock Magic Circle
[00:13:44]: First Children’s Show at Age 12
[00:15:11]: Advertising Children’s Parties
[00:15:27]: Length of Performance
[00:16:22]: Importance of Performing for Younger Children
[00:17:04]: Engaging Children in the Magic
[00:17:42]: The Impact of Magical Moments on Children
[00:18:51]: The Use of Rabbits in Magic Shows
[00:19:36]: Introduction to Dove Magic
[00:22:08]: Influence of Channing Pollock on Dove Magic
[00:23:24]: Transition from Magic Circle to TV Presenter
[00:39:21]: Tricks of their time
[00:40:11]: The heyday of children’s magic
[00:41:01]: The changing world of magic
[00:42:45]: The growth of Supreme Magic
[00:44:11]: The origin of the name “Supreme Magic”
[00:45:28]: Ian Adair’s role at Supreme Magic
[00:46:04]: A comparison with modern magic businesses
[00:46:40]: The use of cardboard in props
[00:49:50]: The challenge of replacing cardboard props
[00:51:55]: Storing props carefully
[00:52:13]: Supreme trip and its influence
[00:52:51]: Lack of awareness about Supreme
[00:53:32]: Importance of history in magic
[00:54:28]: Making a roll on box with plans
[00:56:08]: Using the roll on table back to front
[00:57:17]: Covering the roll on box
[00:57:48]: Ian’s rabbit in a basket trick
[01:00:06]: Preview of Part 2 and community involvement