A Message from Jolly Roger
I thought you might all like an update.
I have been informed that there is some discussion on certain
forums about an idea I proposed for a magic convention on the
creative art of entertaining children, to be held as an annual
event in January in Phoenix, Arizona. I would like you all to
know that this is at the moment in its early stages, but I am in
the process of putting together a research team to establish
whether it is realistic to go forward with this project. As some
of you will know, I do not and never have taken the traditional
route to any destination. I have always taken the road less
travelled by, and by doing that throughout my life I have
frequently discovered the rewards are even greater.
There are a couple of things I need to make very clear. I am
not embarking on this with the idea of making money...quite the
opposite. I am 58 years old, and have been in the business of
entertaining children for over 40 years. I have made more than
enough money doing this, as well as running the largest
children's entertainment agency in London for a number of years.
I am passionate about my work, and the greatest pleasure I have
in life is putting smiles on the faces of the children of the
world. That is what it is all about for me. Nothing
more....nothing less! I now feel it is time to give back to
others some of the wonderful moments that have been given to me
over the years.
I would be grateful if as many people as possible could put
forward their ideas and suggestions on Danny Hustle's Busker's Cafe. I believe the idea
of using any profits to be given to local children's charities is
a truly wonderful idea. We have a school for the homeless in
Phoenix, The Tom Pappas School, and it would be
wonderful if children caught up in this situation had the
opportunity to see some of the top children's entertainers of the
world performing.
Although this convention, if it happens, may start out in a
small way, it is my dream to one day make it the biggest magic
convention in the world...bigger than Blackpool! I will insist on
only the best. The focus will be on the creative side of
children's entertainment. Thinking out of a box. Going beyond the
standard dealers props with word for word instructions and DVDs
explaining the only way to perform the effect. We are entering a
new and exciting era in the world of children's entertainment. I
have big dreams, big goals. I am aiming for the stars, and even
if I only get as far as the moon, at least I shall have left the
earth.
I would like you to know that I have been in touch with Mark
Daniel, the organizer of Kidabra, and he has been very
supportive, and wished us all luck...as well as making some
suggestions. Thank you Mark Daniel!
I know there are some of you out there who do not fully
understand Jolly Roger. That is ok! I am very British, even
though I live in the US, and I am an aquired sense of humour! If
you were to meet me in person, I think you would understand me
better! However... I believe my proposal for this convention is a
very important one, and I eagerly await your input. This is what
the magic of Cyperspace is all about. Seasons greetings to all my
friends...which includes all of you. I have no enemies!
JR
