Houdini's Death Defying Mystery
June 22, 2026Body
Recently, CBC Radio dedicated a full episode of their program Ideas to the life and career of Harry Houdini.
A Magical Acquisition
April 01, 2026Body
In a landmark moment for the scholarly study of magic, Indiana University’s Lilly Library has announced the acquisition of the David Ben Magic Collection. The Lilly Library is one of the nation’s preeminent rare books, manuscripts, and special collections libraries.
Appointment to the Order of Canada
June 27, 2024Body
The Order of Canada recognizes individuals—trailblazers—who have enriched the lives of others; who have made a difference to Canada.
David Ben is now recognized as one of those special individuals.
Grand Magic
July 28, 2023Body
What is a magic consultant's job? In explaining his role for Stratford's version of Grand Magic, David Ben also shares how a magician thinks and how to create illusions for a playwright’s vision.
Vernon Booklet Now Available!
August 03, 2022Body
A special publication on legendary master, Dai Vernon, is now available for sale! This booklet was created for David Ben’s FISM 2022 historical talk on what made Vernon so special. Discover what makes this legendary magician so influential.
FISM Vernon Booklets
July 21, 2022Body
Heard that, at FISM, we are releasing a new publication on Vernon? But you can't make Quebec, and you're interested in a copy of Dai Vernon: The Spirit of Magic? Maybe we can help.
The Spirit of Magic at FISM
July 20, 2022Body
For David Ben's FISM presentation, Magicana has published a special booklet called Dai Vernon: The Spirit of Magic, written by David Ben, along with other contributors. Find out what makes Vernon so special.
David Ben & Dai Vernon at FISM 2022
February 28, 2022Body
David Ben, Canadian magician, author and historian, will be presenting a one-time only presentation on the most influential magician of the twentieth century.
Golden Age of Magic comes to Toronto
July 31, 2019Body
In February 2020, the Golden Age of Magic will once again emerge—this time in Toronto—in the forthcoming exhibition, Illusions: The Art of Magic at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO).