Genting International Magic Festival 2007
 

Genting Highlands, 4th September - Genting – City Of Entertainment today unveiled another exciting attraction uphill come November which is sure to excite magic & illusion enthusiasts of all ages. It is the Genting International Magic Festival 2007, which will be held on 16th - 25th November 2007.

In a press conference held today at the hill top resort, it was announced that the one-of-a-kind event is a spectacular gathering of top magicians who will be participating in the “Champions of Magic Show” starring top Champion magicians from around the world and “Stars of Magic” Show, featuring invited established or rising stars of the Magic World who will compete for a first prize of USD10,000.

The event is expected to attract not only children but also the young at heart and magic & illusion enthusiasts to Genting Highlands Resorts. It is officially recognised and sanctioned by the International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM).

The IBM is the world's largest organisation for magicians boasting nearly 13,000 members worldwide. With over 300 local groups called Rings, in more than 73 countries, the IBM is considered to be the most respected organisation for amateur and professional magicians in the world!

“Genting – City of Entertainment is excited to bring this unique event for our visitors this November. It will be a congregation of the best international magicians and illusionists that should not be missed by the whole family, the first of its kind in Malaysia” quoted Mr. Ng Kheng Leong – RWB's Vice President of Promotions and Entertainment.

During the press conference, invited guests, media members and visitors of the resort were treated to witness an amazing Blindfold Drive by renown magician David Sandy, who is also the former International President of the IBM, Lifetime Honorary Member and co-Producer of the event. David Sandy’s stunt was showcased in front of Genting Hotel.

During the Genting International Magic Festival in November, apart from the two main events, the event will also feature strolling close-up artistes including Michael Ammar – The World’s Greatest Close-Up Magician and Jon Armstrong - 2007 Close-Up Magician Of The Year (as voted by The Academy Of Magical Arts). There will also be daily magic seminars, competitions and enrichment sessions for both children and adults.

Mr. Ng Kheng Leong further expressed "We are delighted to partner with DiGi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd. We thank DiGi for the support in helping to make the festival a success."

Be on a look out for exciting ticket offers and packages nearing to the festival. Check out www.genting.com.my or call 03-2718 1118 for details and purchases.

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